THIMPHU - White Tara / Amodhara
PUNAKHA - Kingaling / Pema Karpo
PARO - Namsay Cholling / Drukchen / Gawaling
Day 1: ARRIVAL AT PARO AIRPORT AND THIMPHU TRANSFER
Welcome to Bhutan, the Land of Thunder Dragon. Bhutan is like a painter's dream, a colorful country surrounded by the Himalayas, a small dreamy paradise with vast green valleys, beautiful landscapes, rugged terrain, crystalline rivers, and happy people. Once the aircraft enters the Paro valley, look down to see the first glimpse of the Paro Dzong on the hillside overlooking Paro Chu (river) with Ta Dzong. Our representative will welcome you in a Bhutanese style with Tashi Khada (white scarf) and guide you at the airport, which marks the beginning of your Bhutan Tour Package from Mumbai with transfer to Thimphu (2334 m).
Overnight stay in Thimphu.
Day 2: THIMPHU LOCAL SIGHTSEEINGS
As the sun spreads its warm rays across the beautiful Thimphu valley, begin your day with a hot cup of Suja (Butter Tea) and move towards the breakfast table to enjoy their delicious spread before leaving for Thimphu local sightseeing.
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The National Memorial Chorten - Also known as Thimphu Chorten is a site for evening prayer. The chorten was built in the third King's memory, and it was continuously circumambulated by people, murmuring mantras and spinning their prayer wheels. The idea to construct this landmark was proposed by Bhutan third King, His Majesty Jigme Dorji Wangchuk ("the father of modern Bhutan"), who wished to erect a monument to the World for peace and prosperity. Completed in 1974 after Majesty's untimely death, it served as a memorial to the late King and a monument of peace.
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Shakyamuni Buddha - On the top of Kuensel Phodrang hill sits the statue of Great Buddha Dordenma. The 51.5-meter long gilded bronze statue would surely attract you, and the uninterrupted view of the valley would leave you spellbound. This site is also known as Buddha Viewpoint.
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Changangkha Lhakhang - At Thimphu, you will come across several monasteries and temples, but Changangkha Lhakhang is the most important religious structure amongst all. The fabric is dedicated to Avalokiteshvara, a sign of compassion dating back to the 15th century, the oldest in the region, and from here, enjoy the grand view of Thimphu valley.
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Takin Zoo – In here, you will find the National animal of Bhutan, "Takin". Takin is one of the most endangered species of the World, and it is available only in Bhutan, preserved in open habitat.
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Trashi Chhoe Dzong - or the Fortress of the Glorious Region is another 'must visit' site on a Bhutan Package Tour. Situated on the west bank of Wang Chhu river, the Trashi Chhoe Dzong is the formal coronation site of the fifth King that hosts the annual Tsechu festival. This Dzong was built in the year 1641 by the political and religious unifier of Bhutan, Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal, later it was reconstructed in the 1960s in a traditional Bhutanese manner, without the use of nails or architectural plans.
Day 3: THIMPHU TO PUNAKHA TRANSFER SIGHTSEEINGS
As your Hot Ngaja (a Sweet Bhutanese milk tea) arrives sip into it while enjoying the beautiful valley from the room. Post breakfast heads towards Punakha, the former capital of Bhutan. Punakha is much backward from the chaotic city life at an elevation of 1200 m, which makes this place quite warm in winter and hot during summer. The valley is famous for Red and white rice farming along the Pho and Mo Chu river's stretch.
En-route visit
- Punakha Dzong: Also known as "the palace of great happiness", Punakha Dzong is located at the confluence of the Pho Chhu (father) and Mo Chhu (mother) rivers in the Punakha–Wangdue valley. This Dzong is the most picturesque of all Bhutan ancient fortresses and it joins the mainland by an arched wooden bridge that contains many precious relics from the days when successive kings reigned the Kingdom from this Punakha valley.
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Chimi Lhakhang - Stationed at the top of a hillock, the Chimi Lhakhang is a site dedicated to Lama Drukpa Kuenley. Known as the 'Divine Madman,' Lama Drukpa Kuenley is said to use songs, humor, and outrageous behavior to preach his teachings. Chimi Lhakhang temple is believed to be the temple of fertility, and the Bhutanese hold a strong belief that childless couples are blessed by Lama Drukpa Kuenley if they visit the temple and pray for a child. The road to the temple follows a picturesque rural trail through the paddy field that takes visitors to the temple from the road, and after crossing the paddy field, you will find a tiny stream from where Chimi Lhakhang is just a short climb away.
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Suspension Bridge - This hidden treasure in the Punakha Valley connects the rest of the valley to the old administrative center of Punakha Dzongkhag. The whole deck is covered with prayer flags and provides a perfect spot for bird watching and photography. Overnight stay in Punakha.
Day 04: PUNAKHA TO PARO TRANSFER AND SIGHTSEEINGS
From the beautiful valley, the next destination is the picturesque Paro town, located at an elevation of 2200 m. Paro valley is the most extensive valley in entire Bhutan and is blessed with mesmerizing nature, fertile rice fields, deep valleys, and a crystalline river. The beautiful view of the mountains, clear sky, and dense coniferous forest with chirping birds can make you fall in love with its first glimpse. En-route enjoy Paro sightseeing
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National Museum of Bhutan: In 1968, The National Museum of Bhutan was built, which stands inside the ancient Ta-dzong building that showcases Bhutan culture and is stationed right above Rinpung Dzong in Paro. This museum is the house of beautiful specimens from Bhutanese art and culture, with main highlights are the paintings and bronze statues, which are placed in extensive galleries, from where you can get to know a lot about Bhutan art and culture.
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Rinpung Dzong - Built by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal in 1646, the first spiritual and temporal ruler of Bhutan, the Dzong houses the monastic body of Paro, the office of the Dzongda (district administrative head) and Thrimpon (judge) of Paro district. The approach to the Dzong is through a traditional covered bridge called Nemi Zam
The Paro town is full of Dzongs (monasteries), where you can join the monks for prayers as they wrap themselves in red robes with priceless smiles or walk down to the bed of Paro Chu and dip your feet in the cold crystalline water.
Overnight stay in Paro.
Day 5: P ARO TO CHELE-LA-PASS DAY TRIP or VISIT TAKTSANG MONASTERY
From the beautiful valley, let’s move towards the Chela-La-Pass (3,998m). So, post breakfast let & 39;s proceed towards the gateway to mini heaven aka the spectacular Chela – La- Pass, which is barely a few hours from the Paro town and is well known for being the highest motorable pass in Bhutan, that offers a panoramic view of Bhutan’s second-highest sacred peak, Mt. Jomolhari(7314m) and other snow-clad ranges on a clear day. The journey through the winding roads is very charming as the green valleys, chirping birds, snowy mountains, and the fantastic view on both sides are sure to keep everyone glued, and the breathtaking scenery keeps you going.
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As the sun rays touch the beautiful Paro valley, wake up in the middle of Mother Nature and relish the beautiful view of the river and mountains in a single frame. Enjoy the gala spread but make sure to add some protein to it, as climbing to the top of the Taksang Monastery and back will require a good boost.
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Taktsang Monastery: After covering 1200 meters on a fierce cliff, you will reach this sacred site known as the Tiger Nest. Once you climb to the top, take a deep breath of the fresh air and soothe the eyes and soul with the stunning view of the scenic surroundings and the valley lying underneath the Taktsang Monastery, established by Sain Guru Rinpoche in 747 CE. Construction of the complex was completed in 1694. After 3 hours of some adventurous trek, discover the Tiger Nest monastery, and if you wish, opt for a horse ride from the parking lot to reach the top. While trekking, witness the glorious view of the Paro town, with its lush green valleys, sparkling river, clear blue sky, and moving clouds, in-short, enjoy nature at its best.
Overnight stay in Paro.
Day 6: DEPARTURE
Post breakfast bid farewell to the Last Buddhist Kingdom and start towards Paro Airport with long-lasting sweet Bhutan Holiday memories, while chanting one mantra, "Life is short, and the World is wide".
Package Inclusion
- Accommodation on double/twin sharing room
- All transfers and sightseeing by 01 Non-Ac Vehicle (private basis)
- Meal Plan on MAP (Room with breakfast & dinner)
- SDF Charges (Sustainable Development Fund)
- 01 English/Hindi Speaking Tour Guide (Only in Bhutan Part)
- 01 Bottle packaged drinking water(500ml) per day on vehicle
- Bhutan Local SIM Card
Package Exclude
- Air Fare / Train Fare
- Monuments Entrance Fees
- Any item which is not mentioned in the "Inclusion" section
- Laundry, Tips, phone call or any such personal expenses
- Snacks, Lunch or any other meals
- Travel Insurance with Covid Coverage (Mandatory)
- Applicable 5% GST
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Documents Required: Adult P assport (at least valid for 06 months) or V oter ID Card & Child Birth Certificate (below 18 years) along with 02 Copies Passport Size Photographs.
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Travel Insurance with Covid Coverage along with stamp and Signature of the issuing company mandatory for travelling to Bhutan (Mandatory).
- Rate might be changed during Bhutan Tsechu , X-Mas , New-year, surcharges might be applicable based on travel dates .
This is quote only and we are not holding any confirmed reservation either in the airline or in hotel. The booking is processed after receiving the Advance amount along with Government issued ID’s. If we fail to give you confirmation on your requested date than entire Advance amount is refundable to you.
Kindly reconfirm the departure terminal and the flight schedule from the airline before leaving for the airport.
Please reach the airport 3 hours hours prior to the scheduled departure time.
Web check-in is mandatory for all passengers. You will have to show your boarding pass / e-boarding pass along with your Identity card to the CISF staff at the Entry Gate. (Please Note: Airlines may charge for Web check-in Service. Applicable charges are not included in Package & need to be Paid by the Passengers only)
A self-declaration will be taken during the process of web check-in. Boarding pass will be issued only once the passenger gives this self-declaration.
Passenger will be checked for temperature and asked to display the status of Aarogya Setu app by the staff at entry gate of the airport. In case of non-availability of Aarogya Setu, passenger will be directed to a counter provided by the airport where Aarogya Setu app can be downloaded. A green status on your ‘Aarogya Setu’ App is mandatory to enter the terminal.
If you are not able to print the baggage tag, then you should mention the PNR number and your name as registered in your booking on a thick piece of paper and affix it / tag it with a strong string to your check-in baggage at a prominent place for identification.
If you are denied travel due to high temperature then a change in date of travel might be offered. The change fee might not be applied and you may change your flight for a later date by paying the difference in fare. This process is entirely at the discretion of the respective airlines.
As an extra precaution, Airline are temporarily suspending Food and Beverage services on board. F&B consumption on board is not permitted. We recommend that they may be consumed at home or at the airport premises.
During boarding and travel all passengers shall use face cover/mask. They will also follow hand hygiene, respiratory hygiene and environmental hygiene.
During the flight if you feel unwell, having breathing difficulty or any other health related problems than such situation should be brought to the immediate notice of Airline cabin crew on board. Airline cabin crew will assist in handling the situation.
Vulnerable persons such as very elderly, expectant mothers, passengers with ailments are advised to avoid air travel.
In airline no seat is provided to Infant.
Complimentary Arrival / Departure transfers are provided as per schedule fixed by the hotel. However this may require you to wait at the airport for short duration (1 to 2 hour). Guests are requested to remain patient in their sitting area until all the booked passengers have boarded the vehicle.
Unless otherwise specified, all Complimentary transfers are provided by Non air condition vehicle only. Private transfers in air condition vehicle can be arranged at an Extra cost (Please check the cost at the time of making reservation).
To avail the arrival transfers please check the hotel representative holding the placard of your name / hotel name.
Transfers and Sightseeing tours (if included) are on SIC i.e. Seat in coach / shared basis.
If the return Flight is late in evening, the guest has to Check out from the hotel at 11 AM or at the time specified by the Hotel.
The guest must carry confirmed hotel voucher at the time of Check in at hotel.
At hotel entrance guest will be checked for temperature and asked to display the status of Aarogya setu app. Normal body temperature and a green status on your Aarogya setu app is mandatory to enter in the hotel.
Guests showing any Covid symptoms will be denied entry inside the hotel. In such cases applied cancellation charges will be at the discretion of the booked hotel.
All the guests are requested to follow hand hygiene, respiratory hygiene and environmental hygiene.
Room allocation (Twin bed / Double bed) is at the discretion of the hotel.
The request for an adjacent or an adjoining room will be on subject to availability.
In hotels for an extra Adult / Child either Rollaway bed or mattress shall be provided.
The Standard check in time of the hotel is 2 PM & check out time of the hotel is 11 AM (exact timings may be reconfirmed with the hotel directly).
For early check in and late check out the payment is to be settled directly by the guest.
Buffet services are unavailable in the hotel restaurants.
Fixed / chef choice meals will be provided to the staying guests as per booked meal plans.
Numbers of meals are always corresponding to the number of nights booked. Breakfast is not provided on the day of arrival.
Hotel has the right to claim the damages incurred by any of the guest.
The guests are requested to take care of their personal belongings carefully and avoid leaving them unattended.
Due to Covid Guidelines few of the Services like- Swimming pool, Spa & Gymnasium, etc. are not operational in the Hotel.
It is mandatory to carry the age proof of children (02 to 11 yrs) and infant (below 02yrs) along with other travel documents. Child above 11 years shall be considered for an adult cost.
This hotel is suggested on the basis of the feedback taken from our customers. Still we request you that before finalizing the tour with us kindly go through the website of the hotels and read the reviews.
We shall not be bound to refund the amount held up with the service providers like Airlines, Hotels, etc. unless they refund us in our Bank account.
We have made all possible efforts to make Hotel related information as authentic as possible. We hold no responsibility if any of the information is found to be incorrect / changed. We solicit discretion of the customer before finalizing the Hotel.
All the documents will be delivered over the emails and through WhatsApp only.
Per person cost is calculated on the basis of Minimum 02 adults travelling together and sharing one double room.
Extra adult is the 3rd person who shares the same double room and is provided with an extra bed or roll away mattress.
Mostly the hotels allow 03 adults in one double room with an extra bed or 02 adults and 02 children below 12 years of age with one extra bed.
All the guests are requested to carry their photo identity proof in original & a photocopy to be produced & handed over at the time of Check in at the Hotel / Resort. This is mandatory.
Cancellation Policy:
Advance booking amount to confirm the reservation: 100% of the package amount.
If cancellation is made any time not less than 45 days prior to departure: 10% of total package cost + cancellation charges of issued Flight tickets & Hotel shall be deducted.
If cancellation is made 45 to 30 days prior to departure: 15% of total package cost + cancellation charges of issued Flight tickets & Hotel shall be deducted.
If cancellation is made 30 to 15 days prior to departure: 20% of total package cost + cancellation charges of issued Flight tickets & Hotel shall be deducted.
If cancellation is made 15 to 10 days prior to departure: 30% of total package cost + cancellation charges of issued Flight tickets & Hotel shall be deducted.
If cancellation is made within 10 days prior to departure, 100% of the tour cost shall be deducted.
In case passenger is denied entry to board the flight due to health condition than entire package amount shall be forfeited. Request to change the date will be considered as new booking only.
Online Booking Procedure
To book online, you need to make payment as per the minimum booking amount specified in “Book Online” section of this package OR Rs. 10,000/- per person.
As soon as you make an online booking, you will receive a booking voucher in your email.
You will receive a call from our support staff about your booking status.
We will start the process at our end while you sit back at home and dream about your holiday.
The balance payment would be collected as per the case mentioned below:
If you are booking within 10 days of date of travel,
You will need to make payment of 100% of the tour package cost/ tour components costs at time of booking process is undertaken.
Any amendment or cancelation made by traveler would be chargeable as per cancellation policy.
If you are booking within 10 – 20 days of date of travel,
You will need to make payment of 75% of the tour package cost / tour components costs at the time of booking process is undertaken.
Any amendment or cancelation made by traveler would be chargeable as per cancellation policy.
Balance payment will be required to be paid at the time of confirmation of booking.
If you are booking within more than 20 days of date of travel,
You will need to make payment of booking amount of Rs. 20,000/- per pax at the time of booking process is undertaken.
Any amendment or cancelation made by traveler would be chargeable as per cancellation policy.
Balance payment will be required to be paid at the time of confirmation of booking.
If your booking is having tour components which needs guaranteed booking as per stipulated condition,
You will need to make payment of 100% of the tour package cost/ tour components costs at time of booking process is undertaken.
No cancellation will be allowed once booking is made even if by some reason short payment has been made. The tourist will have to make entire payment whether he or she travels or not.
Once the entire package formalities are completed at our end, our representative will share package to you.
Standard Booking Procedure (in case of Offline Bookings)
If you are booking within 10 days of date of travel,
You will need to make payment of 100% of the tour package cost/ tour components costs at time of booking process is undertaken.
Any amendment or cancelation made by traveler would be chargeable as per cancellation policy.
If you are booking within 10 – 20 days of date of travel,
You will need to make payment of 75% of the tour package cost / tour components costs at the time of booking process is undertaken.
Any amendment or cancelation made by traveler would be chargeable as per cancellation policy.
Balance payment will be required to be paid at the time of confirmation of booking.
If you are booking within more than 20 days of date of travel,
You will need to make payment of booking amount of Rs. 20,000/- per pax at the time of booking process is undertaken.
Any amendment or cancelation made by traveler would be chargeable as per cancellation policy.
Balance payment will be required to be paid at the time of confirmation of booking.
If your booking is having tour components which needs guaranteed booking as per stipulated condition,
You will need to make payment of 100% of the tour package cost/ tour components costs at time of booking process is undertaken.
No cancellation will be allowed once booking is made even if by some reason short payment has been made. The tourist will have to make entire payment whether he or she travels or not.
Please prefer payment through a cash deposit at our office/to our representative; cheque (delivery of documents will be subject to clearance of cheques and cheque will be accepted if the travel date is more than 1 week later. For closer dates, a cheque will not be acceptable); PO/DD;
Bank transfer. EMI payment option also available online presently. For any other payment mode, the same could be subject to transaction charges. For specific guidance/clarification you may contact our executive dealing with you, beforehand.
Cash deposit in our office, our staff & direct cash deposit in any of Company Bank Account must be less than Rs. 1,99,000/-. For any clarification, you must call the undersigned before depositing in our Bank Account as there is penalty u/s 271DA of IT Act.
Entire tour cost must be paid on demand and in any case before date of travel;
Advance amount (part of tour cost) is taken to process the booking and to secure part cancellation charges applicable in case of tour is canceled for whatsoever reason;
Balance tour cost is demanded once the package is ready before the delivery of tour package/ tour component(s);
If balance tour cost is not made as demanded in writing/ sms / phone call, tour package/ tour component(s) shall be liable to be released and the package will be treated as canceled for want of balance amount. Such cancellation shall be subject to applicable cancellation charges and advance amount collected will be adjusted towards cancellation charges. If advance amount falls short to recover entire cancellation charges the remaining cancellation charges shall be recovered as per the cancellation terms/policy applicable to the booking;
You can make NEFT, RTGS, IMPS to our bank account mentioned below.
You can deposit the payment in any of the below mentioned banks: - (You must send us the receipt of payment deposit through mail on and in my mail id.)
If payment is by cheque, payment should be made at least 01 week before the delivery of documents.
Payment can be done by DD in favoring .
Account Name - Igniter Vacations India Pvt Ltd
Bank - ICICI Bank
Account No - 034305004770
IFSC code: - ICIC0000343
Branch: - Naurang House, KG Marg
Extra 01% charge on cash deposit in our account.
You can make payment by your credit card /debit card by clicking on the link (Chargeable): https://ignitersindia.com/payment . make online booking.
No booking is undertaken without cancellation charges. If there is any doubt about cancellation terms or policy applicable to your booking please get it clarified before the advance payment is made for processing the cancellation charges; and
Initiation of the booking process should not be viewed as confirmation of booking. We reserve our right to call off the booking if unable to process and in that case we will only be liable to make a refund of the advance amount collected if any.
