Bhutan – Summer- Romantic Getaway  for 06 Days / 05 Nights at INR 23,720 from cox and kings

Ex – Paro
Valid From – 01, April 2012    Valid To – 30, September 2012
Price: INR 23,720 Per Person
Duration: 06 Days / 05 Nights
Inclusions:

  • Accommodation On twin share basis in above mentioned or similar hotels.
  • Meals. Daily buffet breakfast at all places.
  • Transfers / Sightseeing: by Toyota car similar as per the itinerary.
  • Please Note – AC will work only in the plains and will be switched-off during hill drives.
  • The vehicle is not at disposal.
  • 01 Candle lit dinner and small cake once during the stay.
  • All inner line permits.
  • An escort cum Guide as per the itinerary for Bhutan portion only.

Itinerary:

Day 1 : Arrive Paro * Transfer to Thimphu ( approx 65 kms / approx 1 and half hours drive )
Welcome to your ‘Romantic Getaway – Bhutan‘ tour, On arrival at Paro International Airport you will be met and transferred to Thimpu,the capital city of Bhutan (65 KMS / 02 HRS, 2134Mts / 7000Fts)visitors can enjoy relaxing walk in the valley at evening. Rest of the day is at leisure for independent activities.
Overnight in hotel.

Day 2 : On to Wangdi
After breakfast go for half day Thimphu sightseeing – visit Memorial Chorten – the Stupa built in 1974 in the memory of late King Jigme Dorji Wangchuk.
Also visit Mothinthang zoo and Viewpoint. Afternoon drive to Wangdiphodrang (70 KMS /03 HRS, 1350Mts / 4430Fts) the last town on the highway before entering central Bhutan. The drive over Dochu La pass is very scenic with fascinating view of mountains of Bhutan.
Rest of the evening is free to enjoy exploring markets on own.
Overnight in hotel.

Dochu La pass

Day 3 : In Wangdi *Excursion to Gangtey Gompa
After breakfast go for Full day Gangtey excursion. Gangtey Gompa in the Phobjikha Valley is a 16th century monastery.
It is the only monastery in Bhutan, which follows the Nyingmapa sect of Buddhism. The Phobjikha valley is home to rare Black Necked Crane, an endangered species, which migrate from the Tibetan plateau in winters. About 250-300 of these reside in this beautiful valley. Return to Wangdiphodrang in the evening. Rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight in hotel.

Day 4 : On to Paro ( approx 135 kms / approx 5 hours drive )
After breakfast leave for Punakha, the valley which lies amidst snow-capped mountain peaks.
Visit Punakha Dzong (The Punakha Dzong is closed in winter months when the monk body is in Punakha. All visit to Dzong and Monasteries limited till courtyard only) built at the confluence of the Po and Mo Chu Rivers in the 17th Century by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyel served as capital of Bhutan until 1955. The Dzong houses sacred artifacts and the embalmed body of Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyel. Drive to Paro (135 KMS / 05 HRS, 2134Mts / 7000Fts). Rest of the day is at leisure for independent activities.
Overnight in hotel.

Phobjikha Valley

Day 5 : In Paro
After breakfast go for Paro sightseeing – visit Drukyel Dzong, the historical fortress built in 1647 by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyel to commemorate his victory over Tibetan invaders.
Also visit Ta Dzong (National Museum) Opening Hours – Tuesday to Saturday – 0900HRS TO 1600HRS & Closed On Sunday,Monday & National Holidays, which was built in 1651 as a watchtower. Since 1951 the Dzong has been re-established as the National Museum and holds fascinating collections of art and religious Thankha paintings. Visitors can enjoy relaxing walk in the valley at evening.
Overnight in hotel.

Day 6 : Depart Paro * Return home with happy memories
Today bid farewell to your ‘Romantic Getaway- Bhutan’ tour, as you are transferred to Paro Airport for your onward journey.

Exclusions:

  • Airfare / Airport taxes.
  • Any meals / en-route meals unless specified.
  • Any rides, safaris, additional sightseeing tours other than those mentioned in the inclusions / itinerary.
  • Permits, Entrance fees, Camera fees, Guide charges, unless specified in the inclusions.
  • Personal expenses like phone calls, laundry, room heater, alcoholic and non alcoholic beverages, mineral water, room service, tea / coffee etc unless specified.
  • Any hike in fuel charges, tax structure (luxury tax, transport tax or service tax).
  • Any other expenses / service not mentioned in the inclusions.

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