Overview
01N Phuetsheling / 02N Thimpu / 02N Paro / 01N Gorumara
Tour Highlights
- Beautiful souvenirs, Gift Items , Handicrafts items
- View Point
- Dochu-La-Pass
- Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyal
- Druk Pungthang Dechen Phodrang
- Chhimi Lhakhang
- The Motithang Takin Preserve
- Bhutan Textile Museum
- Buddha Dordenma Statue
- The National Library
- Painting School
- The Clock Tower National Museum of Bhutan
- Ta Dzong
- Rinpung Dzong
- The Ruin of Drukgyel Dzong
- Kyichu Lhakhang (Monastery)
- Paro Airport View
- Jeep Safari or Elephant Safari
Itinerary
Arrive at Bagdogra Airport. You will be met with your chauffeur at the parking and you will be transferred to Phuentsholing. Evening at leisure or you can roam around the market. You will get beautiful souvenirs, Gift Items , Handicrafts items from Bhutan. Rest of the day in leisure.
Overnight stay in Phuentsholing.
After breakfast at the hotel, your Tour Guide will come to your hotel to receive you & take you to immigration office at Phuentsholing to complete your immigration facilities. Then transfer to Thimphu enroute visit the View Point..Check in to your hotel & proceed for the sightseeing.
After breakfast drive to Punakha , On the way Stop at Dochu-La-Pass (3150 mts.). to view the higher Himalayas. Arrival at Punakha check in at hotel. After noon visit Punakha Dzong - 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 Druk Pungthang Dechen Phodrang (Palace of Great Happiness). Punakha is still the winter residence of Je-Khenpo and King Jigme Dorji Wangchuck convened the first National Assembly here in 1952. After that take a short excursion trip to visit the Chhimi Lhakhang - The Temple, also known as “The Temple of Fertility” was built by Lama Drukpa Kuenley, “The Devine Mad Man”. Evening transfer Thimphu. Overnight stay at Thimphu.
After breakfast proceed for the below sightseeing:
1)The Motithang Takin Preserve – For animal lovers, Motithang Takin Preserve is one of the best places to visit in Thimphu. This attractive preserved area was built as a small zoo but later it was converted into an animal preserve center. Takin -The national animal of Bhutan, lives in the Motithang Takin Preserve in Thimphu
2 )Bhutan Textile Museum – Bhutan Textile Museum offers an amazing display of Bhutanese dresses and textiles ,It gives a clear picture of Bhutan history in terms of textile and traditional clothing…
3) Buddha Dordenma Statue - Atop a hill in Thimphu, is a massive, golden Buddha sitting atop a gilded meditation hall. Hidden inside it has 125,000 smaller Buddhas. This means that in Thimphu, there are more Buddha statues than this city’s population(100000) ,It is also known as Budda point.
4) The National Library- It was established in 1967 and has a famous collection of historic manuscripts ,photos and books …
5) Painting School – It is also known as Institute for ZorigChusum where students are taught courses like traditional drawing,painting,carving and to develop skills in arts and crafts.
6) The Clock Tower - Clock Tower Square is an example of a great architectural marvel. It is a tower with four clock faces, which makes it different from any other building or structure in Bhutan. One of the most popular places among visitors, people usually visit here in the evening to enjoy the beautiful paintings and carvings. There are many restaurants and souvenir shops near this tower, making it one of the most visited sites in the town.
Later Transfer From Thimpu To Paro ..Overnight stay at Paro.
After breakfast Proceed for Paro Local Sightseeing..
1)National Museum of Bhutan: An ancient watchtower that now displays hundreds of ancient Bhutanese artifacts and artwork including traditional costumes, armor, weaponry, and handcrafted implements for daily life. The collections represent the rich cultural traditions of the country.
2) Ta Dzong - Ta Dzong, once upon a time was a watchtower, built to protect Rinpung Dzong in war times ,it was built in 1649 ,In the year 1968 it was inaugurated as Bhutan’s National Museum
3) Rinpung Dzong – Rinpung Dzong is also known as Paro Dzong and it was Built in 1644 by Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyal , it is one of the best architecture.Rinpung Dzong has traditional Bhutanese architecture and it is the best tourist attraction point in Paro.
The Ruin of Drukgyel Dzong: The Dzong was built in 1646 by Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyal to commemorate the victory over the Tibetan Invaders. This fort is fifteen minutes’ drive from Zhiwaling and set on a hill with a spectacular view of the valley. It provides a wonderful architectural insight to the structure of forts in Bhutan. The Dzong was destroyed by fire in 1951 and is now preserved as a heritage site. The Dzong is situated in Drukgyel, overlooking the beautiful village with Mountain Jomolhari in the background. Drukgyel is also the starting point of Bhutan’s most famous trekking routes.
Kyichu Lhakhang (Monastery): It is one of the oldest monasteries in the country built in the 7th century by the Tibetan King SongstenGampo. The story goes that a giant demoness lay across the whole area of Tibet and the Himalayas and was preventing the spread of Buddhism. To overcome her, King SongtsenGampo decided to build 108 temples, which would be placed on all the points of her body. According to the legend, he established a temple here on the left knee of an ogress in order to subdue her. This is one of the oldest monasteries in Paro district. There's a belief that the two orange trees here in Kyichu Lhakhang miraculously bears fruits throughout the year.
5) Paro Airport View: This is one of the most stunning airports in the World and also the country’s first and only international airport. With a breathtaking view, this airport became a must-visit place in Paro. Overnight stay hotel in Paro.
Overnight Stay at Paro…
After breakfast check out from hotel and transfer Phuentsheling And after reaching Phuentsheling transfer to Gorumara. On arrival check in at the hotel. Overnight stay at Gorumara.
You can enjoy the early morning Jeep Safari or Elephant Safari at your own cost. Return to the hotel. After breakfast transfer to the airport. Our escort will bid you farewell.
Package Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusion
- Accommodation on twin/dbl Sharing Basis
- Meal Plan (Breakfast & Dinner)
- Exclusive Non-a/c vehicle for transfers & sightseeing in Bhutan.
- All permit fees & hotel taxes (as per itinerary).
- Accommodation on Double sharing basis as per the mentioned hotel
- Meals as specified above at the Hotels
- All transfers & sightseeing as per the itinerary by Non AC Private vehicle for Bhutan
- English speaking 01 Guide for the entire Bhutan tour (at Lataguri there will not be any tour guide)
- All parking fees are included for mentioned sightseeing points
- SDF of INR 1300 per person per night for tour to Bhutan
- Visa on arrival of tourists
- Travel Insurance per person upto
- the age of 50yrs (above 50yrs supplement charges will be applicable
Exclusion
- Air Fare / Train fare.
- Personal Expenses such as Laundry, telephone calls, tips & gratuity, mineral water, soft & hard drinks, rafting, rock climbing, paragliding, joy ride (Toy Train), Ropeway, porterage.
- Additional sightseeing or extra usage of vehicle, other than mentioned in the itinerary.
- Elephant and Jeep safari cost is not included in Lataguri.
- Forest entrance fees & guide charges.
- Any cost arising due to natural calamities like, landslides, road blockage, political disturbances (strikes), etc (to be borne by the client, which is directly payable on the spot).
- Any increase in taxes or fuel price, leading to increase in cost on surface transportation & land arrangements, which may come into effect prior to departure.
- Room Heater Charges.
- Anything which is not included in the inclusion.
- GST not included
- Rates are valid for INDIAN NATIONALS only.
Terms & Conditions
Please Note:
- Rates will be Valid Till 10 Oct, 2021.
- This is just a Quotation. No Booking has made yet. Hotels/ Flights are subject to Availability at the Time of Booking.
- Confirmation of Hotel Rooms is subject to the Availability or else we will suggest you to similar option before Confirmation.
- Please Note Standard Check-In Time is 13:00Hrs and Check-Out is 10:00Hrs. Early Check-In will be as per Hotel Policy which may Cost Extra Amount at the Time of Arrival.
- Validity of the passport should be more than 6 months from the date of departure from Bhutan
- Must get the entry permit/visa prior to arrival in Bhutan
- Permit from Phuentsholing is issued only after the guests entered Bhutan
- Permits are not issued on Saturdays, Sundays and on Bhutan Govt. holidays
- Internal route permits for visiting municipal areas other than (phuentsholing, thimphu, paro) is processed from Thimphu after your arrival
- To make advance E Permit, guide is mandatory throughout the tour.
- Some of the sightseeing points might get closed on particular days therefore we reserve right to change the itinerary, however we will make sure everything is covered in best possible way
- Vehicle will be given Point to Point as per itinerary & not on Disposal Basis
- It is not advisable to travel during night, if necessary it will be charged extra.
- Any cause arising due to natural calamities like landslides, road blockage, political disturbances, strikes, etc. to be borne by client which is directly payable on the spot.
- All sightseeing is subject to weather conditions, political conditions in the destination.
- Any sightseeing missed due to natural calamities/ weather condition is Non-Refundable.
- Meals provided at the hotel (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) are based on a set menu and are on a buffet system basis. Anything other than the set menu will be charged extra. In room dining will be at an additional cost and has a different menu altogether. For any food related service issue we will not be responsible
- All Activities can be booked directly at different prices by guest in the destination point. Company & Drivers will not be responsible for any cost fluctuations.
- New GST with effect from July, 2017 is 5% applicable in all Packages (Please Check Inclusions in the Package.)
- Confirmation/ Voucher of the Final Packages are Subject to Receipt of 100% Payment.
Payment Policy:
- Receipt of 30% of the Package Value in Advance.
- Full Payment must be done before 10 Days of Travelling.
- For Booking of Tents in Statue of Unity Tent City / White Rann Resort & Rann Utsav-The Tent City at Kutch, 100% Payment is to be paid on the Time of Confirmation.
- During Festive Season, if the travel dates are falling under Diwali/Christmas/New Year or any other festival Dates then 100% Payment is required at the Time of Confirmation.
- If Air Ticket is included in the Package, then Full Cost of Air Ticket to be paid at the Time of Booking.
- All the Payment procedures has to be cleared atleast 02 Day Prior to Guest Arrival. NO CASH Payment will be accepted on Arrival as per our company’s policy.
- The Payment can be made by NEFT, IMPS, Net Banking, Google Pay, Cheque or Cash Only.
- The Payment can also be made by Debit/Credit Cards with Extra Cost of 2.5% applicable on Total Payment Price.
- Once the Invoice is generated, No further Discounts will be entertained.
- If the Agent/Guest requires GST Input Invoice, in that case Agent/Guest have to provide their GST Certificate at the time of Confirmation. No Amendment will be entertained after the completion of Tour.
- In case of any Cancellations, please refer to Cancellation Policy below and Refund will be processed within 07 working days as per the terms in Bank Account only.
Reservation Policy:
- Confirmation of Hotel Rooms is subject to the Availability. If the suggested Hotels are NOT available at the Time of Confirmation, then we will provide you the similar option for the same before confirming any hotel.
- For above mentioned, the Package Cost may vary based on the Hotels options selected or based on the Room Category available.
- Confirmation of the Package is subject to Receipt of 100% Payment i.e., 50% of the Payment as Advance and Balance to be Paid before 10 Days of your Tour starts.
- Once the Tour Starts, NO CHANGES / AMENDMENTS are possible which will affect the tour i.e Change of Hotels or Vehicles (without a genuine reason) or Change of Destinations / Sightseeings or Adding of Destinations / Sightseeings.
- All the agents/guests are strongly recommended to check and verify their booking thoroughly once they receive the e-mail confirmation from Lapwing Vacations Pvt. Ltd. Please contact our travel experts if there is any incorrect or incomplete information, which needs to be altered or changed. In case of any changes or amendments, certain elements of the holiday package are non-refundable. We cannot be held responsible if inaccuracies are not notified by the passenger within 1 day of sending out the booking confirmation.
Cancellation Policy:
- Cancellation within 30 Days prior to the Arrival Date of the Land Packages/ Hotel Booking/ Transportation: No Retention Charges.
- Cancellation within 15 Days prior to the Arrival Date of the Land Packages/ Hotel Booking/ Transportation: 50% Retention.
- Cancellation within 10 Days prior to the Arrival Date of the Land Packages/ Hotel Booking/ Transportation or Non-Utilization of the same: 100% Retention.
- With regards to Booking of Tents at Statue of Unity & Kutch Rann Utsav, Cancellation formalities will be applicable as per their policy. We will not be liable for the same.
- For Diwali/Christmas/New Year or any other Festive Months, Cancellation of the booking will not be entertained and if done then the payment is non-refundable i.e. Cancellation during Festive Season will be 100% Retention.
- Due to COVID-19, Any Cancellation due to these reasons, will be liable for refund as per Hotel Policy only. In that case, if the Hotel offers us the Credit Note, then we are bound to provide you with the same.
- Please Note: If in case of Air Ticket Cancellation – Charges will be as per Airline Company Policy (Please Check before booking the Tickets) Lapwing Vacations are not liable for any charges taken by Airlines for any cancellations or changes. If Airline Reschedule the Time or Date of any flight due to which if further tour gets effected, we will not be liable to make any changes in the Land Package and there will not be any reimbursement for the same.
Terms & Conditions:
- The above Itinerary is suggested Tour Plan. The company is responsible for only those services which are charged from the Agent/Guest. All other services which are not Paid by the Agent/Guest to the Company are suggested services and Company is nowhere bound to provide that services or Pay the Cost for the same.
- Check-In and Check-Out Timing of the Hotel will be according to the Timing of the respective Hotels.
- Company is not responsible for compensating any Loss or Additional Cost incurred by the Guest while taking the Tour.
- Company is not responsible, nor liable for any damage, loss or injury caused to any passenger while taking the Tour.
- All itineraries are sample itineraries, intended to give you a general idea of the likely trip schedule. Numerous factors such as weather, road conditions, the physical ability of the participants etc. may dictate itinerary changes either before the tour or while on the trail. We reserve the right to change any schedule in the interest of the trip participants’ safety, comfort & general well-being.
- Preponing or postponing a confirmed tour may result in supplement cost depending on individual Hotel & Transport Policies.
- It is not advisable to travel during night, if necessary, it will be charged extra.
- Any cause arising due to natural calamities like landslides, road blockage, political disturbances, strikes, etc. to be borne by client which is directly payable on the spot.
- All sightseeing is subject to weather conditions, political conditions in the destination.
- Any sightseeing missed due to natural calamities/ weather condition is Non-Refundable.
- Meals provided at the hotel (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) are based on a set menu and are on a buffet system basis. Anything other than the set menu will be charged extra. In room dining will be at an additional cost and has a different menu altogether. For any food related service issue we will not be responsible.
- Any Entrance Tickets / Activities can be booked directly at different prices by guest in the destination point. Company & Drivers will not be responsible for any cost fluctuations.
- The holiday package cost might fluctuate during peak dates, due to festivals or holidays or other high occupancy dates.
- If some of the sightseeing/attractions stated in the first day of the itinerary remains unvisited due to lack of time, then we will try to cover those in the next day. But if due to lack of time or Public / Sightseeing holiday, if again that sightseeing remains unvisited even after the changes made, then there will not be any reimbursement.
- On Monday almost all the major Sightseeings are closed. If your arrival is on Monday, we will try to modify the itinerary within the allotted days, but still some places may remain unvisited and we won’t take responsibility of the same.
- All services will be as per those specified / confirmed and paid for as per Service Vouchers. If you avail any service which is not included in the Holiday package or get yourself upgraded, then the payment for the same will have to be cleared by Agent/Guest directly.
- In case of holiday packages where a minimum number of passengers have been indicated by the passenger, any increase or decrease in the number of passengers may result in change of the total holiday package cost.
- No refunds will be provided for unused transportation mentioned in the itinerary for voluntary modifications made by the traveller or Missed by them. No partial refunds or credits will be provided for any unused services on the tour.
- The KMs mentioned are blocked on basis of the Days of Travel and if travel done by guest is within or lesser than the Blocked KMs or Passengers not using all the KMs as mentioned in the package, then in that case it will not be given a cash equivalent or reduction/ concession in their tour package.
- Please note that you are visiting a place which has limited facilities and therefore you may have some inconvenience although we would try our best to make your tour hassle free.
