7N 8D: Drive-In & Drive-Out Itinerary
1N Phuentsoling, 2N Thimpu,1N Punakha, 2N Paro, 1N Phuentsoling
Day 1 :NJP Train Station / IXB Airport – Phuentsholing
(Distance: 170 kms. / Driving Time: 5 hrs. / Altitude of Phuentsholing: 293 mts.)
Meet and Greet on arrival at NJP Train Station / IXB Airport and transfer to Phuentsholing. It is a thriving commercial centre on the northern edge of the Indian Plains. On arrival check in at the hotel.Overnight stay at Phuentsholing.
Day 2 :Phuentsholing – Thimphu
(Distance: 176 kms. / Driving Time: 6 hrs. / Altitude of Thimphu: 2248 mts.)
After breakfast complete the immigration formalities and transfer to Thimphu, the capital city of Bhutan. On arrival check in at the hotel. In the evening the Tashichhoe Dzong Outer view (Fortress of the Glorious Religion). Overnight stay at Thimphu.
Day 3 :Thimphu Sightseeing
After breakfast visit outer view Kuensel Phodrang (Buddha Statue) , Hindu Tempel ,Outer view of National Memorial Chorten (Monument) and Wagdi tse Lhakhanag ( short hike of 40 mins ) . Afternoon visit Nunnery , BBS Tower , National Library , Centenary Farmer Market ( Handicraft product and Local product can be Found here . Craft Bazar for shopping can be seen here. Overnight stay at Thimphu
Day 4: Thimphu – Punakha/Wangdue Sightseeing
(Distance: 77 kms. / Driving Time: 3 hrs. / Altitude of Punakha: 1200 mts.)
After breakfast drive to Punakha / Wangdue, on the way Stop at Dochu-La-Pass (3150 mts.), during clear days you will get a chance to see Himalayan mountain ranges of Bhutan. After noon visit Punakha Dzong ( entry fee 1000 ) built in 1637 by Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyal. For many years until the time of the second king, it served as the seat of the Government. The Dzong was named PungthangDechenPhodrang (Palace of Great Happiness). Punakha is still the winter residence of monastic body. After that take a short hike to visit the Khamsum yulley Namgyal Chorten - The Temple, also known as replica of National Memorial chorten was built by HM The queen Mother Ashi Tshering Yangdon ( short hike of uphill 30 mins ) and on way back vist Suspension bridge , Evening free for leisure. Over night stay at Punakha .
Day 5: Paro Sightseeing
After breakfast drive to Paro and on the way visit near river side and drive Bonday Zangthophelri , Airport View , Ta Dzong – National Museum with an excellent collection of arts, relics, religious thangka. RinpungDzong ( outer view ) - Meaning "fortress of the heap of jewels" Evening Leisure .Overnight stay at Paro.
Day 6: Paro Sightseeing
Excursion to Chele-La-Pass
(Distance: 35 kms. One way / Driving Time: 2 hrs. / Altitude of Chele-La-Pass: 3988mts.)
After breakfast excursion trip to Chele-La-Pass – the highest motorable road in Bhutan. Enjoy the scenic beauty and memorable landscapes from Chele-La-Pass. Back to Paro. And Evening Try Bhutanese Traditional Dress and Shopping at Town. Overnight stay at Paro
OR
Paro Sightseeing
After breakfast visit Taktsang Monastery - called “Tiger's Nest” and later if time permits visit Drukgyel Dzong. Overnight stay will be at Paro.
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Day 07: Paro – Phuentsholing
(Distance: 141 kms. / Driving Time: 5 hrs. / Altitude of Phuentsholing: 293 mts.)
After breakfast check out from hotel and transfer to Phuentsholing. On arrival check in at the hotel. Overnight stay at Phuentsholing.
Day 8: Phuentsholing – NJP Train Station / IXB Airport
(Distance: 170 kms. / Driving Time: 5 hrs. / Altitude of NJP/IXB: 89 mts.)
After breakfast check out from the hotel and transfer to NJP Train Station / IXBAirport for departure
NJP Train Station / IXB Airport – Phuentsholing
(Distance: 170 kms. / Driving Time: 5 hrs. / Altitude of Phuentsholing: 293 mts.)
Meet and Greet on arrival at NJP Train Station / IXB Airport and transfer to Phuentsholing. It is a thriving commercial centre on the northern edge of the Indian Plains. On arrival check in at the hotel. Overnight stay at Phuentsholing.
Activities : Adventure , Sightseeing
Accommodation : Hotel Palm or similar [ 3 Star ]
Phuentsholing – Thimphu
(Distance: 176 kms. / Driving Time: 6 hrs. / Altitude of Thimphu: 2248 mts.)
After breakfast complete the immigration formalities and transfer to Thimphu, the capital city of Bhutan. On arrival check in at the hotel. In the evening the Tashichhoe Dzong Outer view (Fortress of the Glorious Religion). Overnight stay at Thimphu.
Activities : Museums
Accommodation : Hotel park [ 3 Star ]
Thimphu Sightseeing
After breakfast visit outer view Kuensel Phodrang (Buddha Statue) , Hindu Tempel ,Outer view of National Memorial Chorten (Monument) and Wagdi tse Lhakhanag ( short hike of 40 mins ) . Afternoon visit Nunnery , BBS Tower , National Library , Centenary Farmer Market ( Handicraft product and Local product can be Found here . Craft Bazar for shopping can be seen here. Overnight stay at Thimphu
Activities : Museums , Sightseeing
Accommodation : Hotel park [ 3 Star ]
Thimphu – Punakha/Wangdue Sightseeing
(Distance: 77 kms. / Driving Time: 3 hrs. / Altitude of Punakha: 1200 mts.)
After breakfast drive to Punakha / Wangdue, on the way Stop at Dochu-La-Pass (3150 mts.), during clear days you will get a chance to see Himalayan mountain ranges of Bhutan. After noon visit Punakha Dzong ( entry fee 1000 ) built in 1637 by Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyal. For many years until the time of the second king, it served as the seat of the Government. The Dzong was named PungthangDechenPhodrang (Palace of Great Happiness). Punakha is still the winter residence of monastic body. After that take a short hike to visit the Khamsum yulley Namgyal Chorten - The Temple, also known as replica of National Memorial chorten was built by HM The queen Mother Ashi Tshering Yangdon ( short hike of uphill 30 mins ) and on way back vist Suspension bridge , Evening free for leisure. Over night stay at Punakha .
Activities : Museums , Sightseeing
Accommodation : Punakha residency or similar [ 3 Star ]
Paro Sightseeing
After breakfast drive to Paro and on the way visit near river side and drive Bonday Zangthophelri , Airport View , Ta Dzong – National Museum with an excellent collection of arts, relics, religious thangka. Rinpung Dzong ( outer view ) - Meaning "fortress of the heap of jewels" Evening Leisure .Overnight stay at Paro.
Activities : Museums
Accommodation : Tshang Tshang villa [ 3 Star ]
Paro Sightseeing
Excursion to Chele-La-Pass
(Distance: 35 kms. One way / Driving Time: 2 hrs. / Altitude of Chele-La-Pass: 3988mts.)
After breakfast excursion trip to Chele-La-Pass – the highest motorable road in Bhutan. Enjoy the scenic beauty and memorable landscapes from Chele-La-Pass. Back to Paro. And Evening Try Bhutanese Traditional Dress and Shopping at Town. Overnight stay at Paro
OR
Paro Sightseeing
After breakfast visit Taktsang Monastery - called “Tiger's Nest” and later if time permits visit Drukgyel Dzong. Overnight stay will be at Paro.
Activities : Hiking , Sightseeing
Accommodation : Tshang Tshang villa [ 3 Star ]
Paro – Phuentsholing
(Distance: 141 kms. / Driving Time: 5 hrs. / Altitude of Phuentsholing: 293 mts.)
After breakfast check out from hotel and transfer to Phuentsholing. On arrival check in at the hotel. Overnight stay at Phuentsholing.
Activities : Sightseeing
Accommodation : Hotel Palm or similar [ 3 Star ]
Phuentsholing – NJP Train Station / IXB Airport
(Distance: 170 kms. / Driving Time: 5 hrs. / Altitude of NJP/IXB: 89 mts.)
After breakfast check out from the hotel and transfer to NJP Train Station / IXBAirport for departure
Activities : Sightseeing
Accommodation : departure [ 1 Star ]
| No of pax | Age Limit | Price per pax (Rs) |
|---|---|---|
| Adult | Above 12 years | $ 650 / Adult( With Tax ) |
| City | Hotel Name | Star Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Phuentsholing | Hotel Palm or similar | |
| Thimphu | Hotel park | |
| Punakha | Punakha residency or similar | |
| Paro | Tshang Tshang villa | |
| depature | departure |
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* Upon cancellation, refund will be made after deducting the Retention Amount.
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