Bhutan Tour Package
Bhutan is an incredible travel destination known for its stunning natural beauty, rich cultural heritage, and emphasis on sustainable tourism. Bhutan truly is a land of breath-taking, far-reaching, mountain views, terraced farmland, dramatic river valleys and glittering streams, of people who are never in a hurry but are full of life, of unique architecture and impressive and colourful dzongs
Best time to Visit
Spring (March-May) and autumn (September-November) are ideal for clear skies and festivals.
Place to visit in Bhutan -There are many beautiful and scenic places to visit in Bhutan, some of the major ones are: Paro Valley, Tiger Nest Monastery, Punakha Dzong, Thimpu Valley, Bumthang Valley and Gangtey Monastery
Paro Valley: This valley is famous for its spectacular landscape and ancient monasteries.
Tiger’s Nest Monastery: This monastery is situated on a rock and one has to trek to reach here.
Punakha Dzong: It is the former capital of Bhutan and is famous for its impressive Punakha Dzong and Chimi Lhakhang Temple.
Thimphu Valley: It is the capital and largest city of Bhutan, home to one of the most impressive valleys in the country.
Bumthang Valley: This valley is famous for ancient monasteries, temples and burning lake.
Gangtey Monastery: It is situated in a picturesque valley which is famous for the Black Necked Crane Sanctuary and Gangtey Monastery.
Simtokha Dzong: It is situated on a small hill 8 kilometers below Thimpu valley.
Amu Chu Crocodile Breeding Centre: It is located in the town of Phuentsholing.
Royal Botanical Garden: It is located in Lamperi, 30 kilometers from Thimphu.
Tango Gompa: It is an ancient Buddhist monastery located in Thimpu.
Phobjikha Valley: This valley is no less than a paradise for nature lovers.
Zakar Dzong: It is located near the city of Jakar and the fort offers stunning views of the city.
Changangkha Lakhang Temple: This is the oldest temple in Bhutan.
Dochula Pass: It is 25 km from Thimphu on the way to Punakha.
Luxury Bhutan Tour Package
Luxury Bhutan tour packages provide an exceptional way to experience the Kingdom’s unique charm and beauty with the highest levels of comfort, convenience, and personalized attention. They are ideal for travelers seeking an unforgettable and enriching journey through this remarkable destination.
Shiven Holidays designed customized itinerary and chosen selected hotels as per the comfort and convenience of the guest to make the tour memorable and comfortable
Itinerary
Day - 01 - Arrival and Pick Up from New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP) / Bagdogra Airport (IXB) and Transfer to Phuentsholing
On arrival at NJP Station or Bagdogra airport the driver will assist you for pick up in transfer to Jaigon or Phuentsholing - It is approximately 175 kilometers and is nearly 04 hours drive through Dooars - Phuentsholing / Phuentsholing, the second largest town in Bhutan is on the Indian border, next to the town of Jaigaon - Phuentsholing is the point of entry for travelers to Bhutan - Processing of Paper work for Tourist Permit on arrival at Phuentsholing - Check into Hotel - Evening free to stroll around the area or market at Phuentsholing - Night Stay at Phuentsholing / Jaigaon
Day - 02- Processing of Tourist Permit & Transfer to Thimphu
After Breakfast: Complete the Immigration formalities & Transfer to Thimphu - It is approximately 176 kilometers from Phuentsholing town and is 06 Hours' drive by road - Thimphu formerly spelled as Thimbu or Thimphu is the capital and largest city of the Kingdom of Bhutan - It is situated in the western central part of Bhutan, and the surrounding valley is one of Bhutan's dzongkhags, the Thimphu District - On Road Water Falls & Natural Sightseeing, Chukha Dam (Top View) En-route - Reach Thimphu and check-In at Hotel - Evening free to stroll around the area - Overnight Stay in hotel at Thimphu
Day - 03 - Thimphu Sightseeing
Morning after breakfast will go for Major Sightseeing Covering 1) Buddha Point, 2) BBS Tower, 3) Tashicchhoe Dzong, 4)The Memorial Chorten, 5) National Library, 6) The Institute of Traditional Medicine, 7) Centenary Farmer Market, 8) Changlimithang Stadium, 9) School of Arts & Crafts, 10) Handicraft Institute, 11) Zangthopelri Lhakhang, 12) Motithang Takin Reserve (Takin Zoo), 13) Semtokha Dzong - In the evening stroll through the market of Thimphu - Overnight Stay at Thimphu
Day - 04 - Punakha Transfer & Sightseeing
After obtaining Punakha Permit transfer to Punakha & Sightseeing on t e way - Punakha is a town in the Himalayas of Bhutan known for the Punakha Dzong, a 17th-century fortress at the juncture of the Pho and Mo Chhu rivers - The fortress hosts the Punakha Tshechu, a religious festival featuring masked dances and music - In the surrounding Punakha Valley, temples include the fertility-focused Chimi Lhakhang and the hilltop Khamsum Yulley Namgyal Chorten, which has river and mountain views- Processing Tourist Permit & Transfer to Punakha - It is approximately 90 kilometers and is nearly 03 hours from Thimphu - Enroute Visit 1) Semtokha Dzong, 1) Dochu la Pass, 2) Chimmi Lhakhang, 3) Punakha Dzong, 4) Suspension Bridge (Longest Bridge in Bhutan), On arrival check in at the hotel- Rest of the day at leisure- Overnight Stay in Hotel at Punakha
Day - 05 - Punakha to Paro
Early morning drive back to Paro - Passing by Tamchog Lhakhang Iron Bridge En Route, distancing approximately 143 kilometers and is nearly 05 hours drive by road Paro - Paro is a valley town in Bhutan, west of the capital, Thimphu - It is the site of the country's only international airport and is also known for the many sacred sites in the area, It has a population of 39, 800- On arrival check in at the hotel - Rest of the day at leisure - Overnight Stay in Hotel at Paro[Sightseeing at Paro 1) Rinpung Dzong (Paro Dzong), 2] Kyichu Lhakhang Monastery, 3] Drukgyal Dzong, 4] Tiger Nest Monasteries [View Point], 5] Ta Dzong (Paro Museum) - On arrival check in at the hotel- Rest of the day at leisure- Overnight Stay in Hotel at Paro]
Day - 06 - Excursion to Chele-La Pass & Haa Valley View Point Only
After Breakfast: En-route visit: Chele La (Pass) & Haa Valley View Point, the only border of Bhutan and China situated at an elevation 3988 meters is considered to be one of the highest motorable passes in Bhutan - It is about an hour's drive along a densely-populated forest road - This Pass is also known to be a 'botanical paradise' - The top of the pass bloom with rhododendrons in a variety of colors-pale pink, deep pink, burnt orange, mauve, white and scarlet - Overnight Stay at Paro
Day - 07 - Transfer to Phuentsholing / Jaigaon
After Breakfast - Check-Out from Hotel - Proceed for Paro International Airport Sightseeing - The Only International Airport of Bhutan in Paro - One can also visit some sightseeing places at supplement cost - Next drive & drop to Phuentsholing - It is Approximately 175 kilometers and is nearly 05 hours' drive by road - One can stop at the University gate for some refreshment and Tea - Reach Phuentsholing and Check into hotel - Evening free to Stroll around the area - Overnight Stay at Phuentsholing
Day - 08 - Departure Transfer to New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP) / Bagdogra Airport (IXB) / Siliguri
After Breakfast: Check-Out from Hotel Transfer to New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP) / Bagdogra Airport (IXB) / Siliguri - The distance is 170 kilometers and is approximately 04 - 05 hours - The drive is through Dooars i.e. the foothills of Himalaya it is plain forested area and number of Tea estate - One of the most beautiful and green belt of the region - Stop at Coronation bridge at Sevoke for photography if time permits - Forwarding Journey
Includes & Excludes
Welcome by our representative
Accommodation at destination with choice of meal plan
SDF (Sustainable Development Fee)
Guide from Phuentsholing to Phuentsholing for complete Bhutan Tour
All transfer by Exclusive vehicle
Sightseeing by Exclusive Vehicle on contract basis
Complete tour services
Vehicle as mutually agreed (Not at Disposal)
Road taxes / Toll taxes
Driver's allowances
Parking etc
GST 5%
Charges outside the Itinerary
Elephant / Jeep safaris
Guide charges
Entry fees / Entry Tickets
Travel Insurance
Packaged Drinking Water
Personal expenses (Laundry, Telephone, Liquor, etc)
Anything not mentioned specifically in the 'inclusions'
Train Ticket, Air Ticket, etc