DAY 01 BANGALORE – Arrive in Paro
Upon arrival in Paro today you are welcomed by your guide and transferred to Thimphu (1.5 hours) at 7600 ft
(2320 m). Depending on your arrival time, you'll have the opportunity to visit the great Tashichho Dzong,
Memorial Chorten, and the Giant Buddha statue, from where you'll enjoy stunning valley views as the sun sets
in the valley. If your flight arrives later in the day, there will be plenty of time to see these sights
tomorrow instead.
Meals: Dinner Only.
Overnight in Thimpu.
DAY 02 – Thimphu sightseeing
Heritage Museum-
Dedicated to connecting people to the Bhutanese rural past though exhibition of artefacts used in rural
households.
Textile Museum-
Witnesses the art of traditional weaving.
Thimphu Dzong-
The largest Dzong, is also the seat of the office of the King of Bhutan.
Paper making factory -
Witnesses the art of paper making.
Simtokha Dzong -
Five miles from Thimphu, on a lofty ridge, stands Semtokha Dzong the oldest fortress in the Kingdom.
Centenary Farmers’ Market -
Every Saturday and Sunday most of the Thimphu population congregate on the banks of the river where the
weekend market is held. Here villagers from the valley and other nearby places come to sell their
agriculture products.
Meals: Breakfast &Dinner Only.
Overnight in Thimpu.
DAY 03 –Thimpu - Punakha: Transfer, Sightseeing
Dochula Pass- the 108 chortens was built by the present Queen Mother of Bhutan AshiDorjiWangmoWangchuck to
commemorate Bhutan’s victory over indian militants and to liberate the souls of the souls lost.
Punakha Dzong- Built in 1637, the dzong continues to be the winter home for the clergy, headed by the Chief
Abbott, the Je Khenpo. It is a stunning example of Bhutanese architecture, sitting at the fork of two
rivers, portraying the image of a medieval city from a distance. The dzong was destroyed by fire and glacial
floods over the years but has been carefully restored and is, today, a fine example of Bhutanese
craftsmanship.
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner Only.
Overnight in Punakha.
DAY 04 –Punakha: Sightseeing
Morning we will visit beautiful nunnery built on the hilltop of Walakha, join the nuns for morning prayer
and later on drive further north of Punakha to visit one of the beautiful Stupa or Temple built on ridge
near the Punakha River known as KhamsumYuelleyNamgyel Chorten which will take around 30 minutes to reach
from the town. It was built in honor for then Crown Prince Jigme KheserNamgyel Wangchuk which was built in
the 1990s and took a period of nearly 10 years.
From the parking, it will take another 45 minutes uphill hike to reach crossing through the rice suspension
bridge and rice field and the return portion downhill takes around 30 minutes.
Then drive to Wangdiphodrang visiting Dzong and local market. The district of Wangdiphodrang is also famous
for its bamboo products, slate and stone carvings.
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner Only.
Overnight in Punakha.
DAY 05 – Punakha - Paro: Transfer, Sightseeing
After breakfast drive to Paro. En-route visit Simtokha Dzong, the oldest fortress of the Kingdom built in
1627, it now houses the School for Buddhist studies.
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner Only.
Overnight in Paro.
DAY 06 – Paro: Trekking to Tiger's Nest
Taktshang (Tiger’s Nest) falls in the top 20 places to visit in the world. Paro is a valley of religion and
myth. The most famous landmark, Taktsang Monastery (Tiger’s Nest), stands on a granite cliff about 1000 m
above the valley.
It is believed that Guru Rinpoche, a famous Buddhist saint, flew to Paro on a tigress and meditated at
Taktsang. The monastery is considered a national treasure of Bhutan.
The hike to Taktsang would take us around 2 ½ hrs to reach a cafeteria, a point from where one can enjoy a
great view of the monastery. Those interested can walk further 45 minutes uphill to get a closer view of the
monastery. Walk down back to the road. The journey downward to the road would take us less 1 ½ hrs. Have
lunch in the Hotel. After lunch takes a walk in Paro Bazar for shopping.
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner Only.
Overnight in Paro.
DAY 06 – Paro: Trekking to Tiger's Nest
Taktshang (Tiger’s Nest) falls in the top 20 places to visit in the world. Paro is a valley of religion and
myth. The most famous landmark, Taktsang Monastery (Tiger’s Nest), stands on a granite cliff about 1000 m
above the valley.
It is believed that Guru Rinpoche, a famous Buddhist saint, flew to Paro on a tigress and meditated at
Taktsang. The monastery is considered a national treasure of Bhutan.
The hike to Taktsang would take us around 2 ½ hrs to reach a cafeteria, a point from where one can enjoy a
great view of the monastery. Those interested can walk further 45 minutes uphill to get a closer view of the
monastery. Walk down back to the road. The journey downward to the road would take us less 1 ½ hrs. Have
lunch in the Hotel. After lunch takes a walk in Paro Bazar for shopping.
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner Only.
Overnight in Paro.
DAY 06 – Paro: Trekking to Tiger's Nest
Taktshang (Tiger’s Nest) falls in the top 20 places to visit in the world. Paro is a valley of religion and
myth. The most famous landmark, Taktsang Monastery (Tiger’s Nest), stands on a granite cliff about 1000 m
above the valley.
It is believed that Guru Rinpoche, a famous Buddhist saint, flew to Paro on a tigress and meditated at
Taktsang. The monastery is considered a national treasure of Bhutan.
The hike to Taktsang would take us around 2 ½ hrs to reach a cafeteria, a point from where one can enjoy a
great view of the monastery. Those interested can walk further 45 minutes uphill to get a closer view of the
monastery. Walk down back to the road. The journey downward to the road would take us less 1 ½ hrs. Have
lunch in the Hotel. After lunch takes a walk in Paro Bazar for shopping.
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner Only.
Overnight in Paro.
DAY 07 – Paro: Sightseeing
Paro Weekend Market
The weekend market is one of the major Paro tourist attractions because of the colourful sights and sounds
and smells that you encounter when you are there. It is a hub for tourists and locals alike and is a place
where you can find anything imaginable- from fruits and vegetables to religious artefacts and Bhutanese
stamps.
Zuri Dzong Fort
The Zuri Dzong in Paro is the oldest in Bhutan and is, therefore, one of the most important places to see in
Paro. Built in the early 14th century, it is not only a testament to the rich cultural heritage of Bhutan
and Paro but also the art, architecture and lifestyle of the people back then.
Rinpung Dzong Monastery
If you are on a mission to go sightseeing in Paro, you must check out the Rinpung Dzong monastery, another
ancient monastery you can find in Paro. It is located on the face of a hill and overlooks the gorgeous
valley surrounded by sprawling green hills on all sides, allowing you to take some breathtaking pictures.
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner Only.
Overnight in Paro
DAY 08 – Departure from Paro to BANGALORE
Taktshang (Tiger’s Nest) falls in the top 20 places to visit in the world. Paro is a valley of religion and
myth. The most famous landmark, Taktsang Monastery (Tiger’s Nest), stands on a granite cliff about 1000 m
above the valley.
It is believed that Guru Rinpoche, a famous Buddhist saint, flew to Paro on a tigress and meditated at
Taktsang. The monastery is considered a national treasure of Bhutan.
The hike to Taktsang would take us around 2 ½ hrs to reach a cafeteria, a point from where one can enjoy a
great view of the monastery. Those interested can walk further 45 minutes uphill to get a closer view of the
monastery. Walk down back to the road. The journey downward to the road would take us less 1 ½ hrs. Have
lunch in the Hotel. After lunch takes a walk in Paro Bazar for shopping.
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner Only.
Overnight in Paro.
Thimphu- Thimpu Deluxe Hotel / Osel
Punakha- Zhingkham Resort
Paro- Tashi Namgay Resort/Himalayan Keys Forest Resort
Vehicle: Private Hyundai H1/Toyota Hiace - For all sightseeing and transfers
Tour Cost 34,000/- per person on twin sharing basis
Package Includes :
►Accommodation on double/triple sharing basis at above-mentioned hotels / similar in base category rooms.
►Exclusive a/c vehicle sanitized every time before boarding for pick up and drop as per the itinerary (not
at disposal).
►Daily breakfast & dinner at the hotel.
►Airport pick up and drop by a/c vehicle.
►Nautika / Makruzz / Green Ocean Cruise / Sea Link / Aashi1 (base category) for Neil & Havelock as per the
availability.
►Assistance at all arrival and departure points.
►Entry permits | Entry tickets | Parking charges | Boat/ferry tickets wherever applicable.
Package Excludes :
►GST (5%)
►Airfare / Ship's fare.
►All kinds of personal expenses such as tips, laundry, telephone bills and beverages.
►It does not include any meals unless and otherwise specifically mentioned.
►Guide, Jolly ride & snorkeling charges.
►Optional, suggested or unspecified activities.
►Guide at Cellular jail will cost extra.
►Camera fee (still or movie)
►Additional usage of vehicles.
►Any dispute regarding the child age to be settled directly with the hotels.
Water Sports Activities (if pre-booked)
►Scuba Diving : Rs.3500/- per head with photo & video.
►Boat Diving : Rs.5000/- per head with photo & video.
►Sea Walk : Rs.3500/- per head with photo.
►Snorkeling : Rs.1000/- per head
►Andaman Dolphin : Rs.2100/- per head
►Semi Submarine Coral Safari : Rs.2100/- per head
►Glass Bottom Ride: Rs.1000/- per head
►Jet Ski : Rs.1000/- per head
►Banana Ride / Sofa Ride / Speed Boat / Disco Ride : Rs.1000/- per head
►ParaSailing : Rs.3500/- per head @ Havelock and Rs.3000/- per head @ Port Blair.
►Seakart Adventure : Rs.3500/- per head
Note :
►Above is just a quote, no rooms have been blocked. Rooms are subject to availability at the time of
confirmation.
►Since Union Territory of Andaman and Nicobar is under restricted area category, please carry a valid photo
identity
proof for all the travelers issued from competent authorities.
►Our representative will hold the placard outside the exit gate of the Airport.
►Check out time at most of the hotels in Port Blair / Havelock / Neil Island is 0900 hrs. Late check out as
per availability only, although guaranteed check out is possible paying 50% of the room charges.
►Issues regarding child age to be settled with hotels directly.
►We do not book any of our guests to Havelock / Neil in govt. ferry, until and unless there is an emergency
or disruption, we may shift the guest to govt. ferry to Havelock & Neil Island.
Important Travel Tips to protect yourself and others during Covid-19:
►Use of facemask is mandatory.
►Maintain a distance of 6 feet (2 metres) between you and others as much as possible.
►Keep hand sanitiser and use it on a regular basis.
►Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth.
►All guests must mandatorily have Aarogya Setu Mobile application installed and used frequently.
►Use hand gloves whenever travelling by ferry / cruise or any crowded area.
►Maintain the hygiene standards.