Overview
Trip Highlights
- City: (2N) Thimphu, (1N) Punakha & (2N) Paro.
- Visit to Centenary Farmers Market, Tashichho Dzong & more in Thimphu.
- Hop on to Buddha Point for panoramic views of the town.
- Stop by Changangkha Monastery, Takin Zoo & More.
- Navigate through Dochula Pass to witness the highest peaks of Bhutan.
- Trek to Taktsang Monastery leading to Tiger’s Nest.
- Accommodation: 2N Thimphu & 2N Paro.
- Breakfast.
- Vehicle Type: Mini Car – Non AC (Upto 3 passengers).
- All transfers and sightseeing in a Non AC vehicle.
Optional:
- Flights: Mumbai/Pune/New Delhi/Ahmedabad To Paro
- Flight: Paro To Mumbai/Pune/New Delhi/Ahmedabad.
Day 1 - Paro - Thimphu: Arrival & Local Sightseeing (51 Km./ Approx. 1.5 Hrs.)
Welcome to Thimphu & spend a perfect holiday in Bhutan which commences upon arrival at the Paro airport.
Arrive in Bhutan with your family where an EWS Holidays representative will meet & greet you at the Paro airport. Proceed for your hotel transfer & register yourself at the reception. The first day of your Bhutan tour package lets you explore at leisure. You can either spend the afternoon relaxing or go out to visit the interesting Centenary Farmers Market (only open on weekends). Fill your evening with a relaxing visit to the Tashichho Dzong or The Monk Body’s block (between 5:30- 6:00 PM) as you stroll around the town.
Come back to the hotel in Thimphu after a mesmerizing day of sightseeing for a comfortable overnight stay.
Day 2 - Thimphu: Sightseeing
Begin your day in the comfortable room & embark on a sightseeing tour of Thimphu. Visit enchanting local sites as part of your romantic Bhutan tour package. Take a closer look at Bhutan’s tourist attractions!
Wake up to a delicious breakfast and get prepared for a sightseeing tour of Thimphu on the second day of your 5 nights 6 days Bhutan tour package. Start by visiting the National Memorial Chorten, followed by a visit to the popular Buddha Point known as Kuensel Phodrang for panoramic views of Thimphu valley. Your next stop will be the Changangkha Monastery, the oldest temple in the valley and then a visit to the Takin Zoo.
In the afternoon, the sightseeing tour of the town will include visiting Changlimithang Stadium, Archery Ground, The Jungshi Paper Handmade Paper Factory & finally the National Institute for Zorig Chusum also known as the 13 arts and crafts School. Afterwards, return to your hotel for a comfortable overnight stay in Thimphu hotel.
Day 3 - Thimphu - Punakha: Transfer & Sightseeing (86 Km./ Approx 3 Hrs)
Romantic drive to Punakha on Day 3 of your romantic Bhutan tour package. Get acquainted with the oldest monasteries in Bhutan!
Relish a hearty breakfast at the hotel in Thimphu & leave for Punakha after obtaining a permit. Stop at the Dochula Pass en route from where highest peaks of Bhutan are visible. Continue your drive and reach the Valley of Punakha. Visit the Punakha Dzong, built in the 17th century at the confluence of Po and Mo Chu Rivers. Afterwards, Visit Chhimi Lhakhang in Punakha. Head to your hotel, check in and an overnight stay in Punakha hotel.
Day 4 - Punakha - Paro: Transfer & Sightseeing (130 Km./ Approx. 3.5 Hrs. Drive)
Begin your day in the comfortable room & embark on a sightseeing tour of Paro. Witness the great Paro Dzong on this day of your Bhutan Tour!
Right after a delicious breakfast, check out & begin your drive to Paro as per your 6 days Bhutan Tour package. Enjoy the magical views of Shaba River Point & Paro Airport on your way. Arrive in Paro & check in at your hotel. After relaxing for some time, visit the great Paro Dzong, beautifully built with a long fascinating history. Return to your hotel for a relaxing overnight stay.
Day 5 - Paro - Tiger's Nest: Adventurous Trek (14.5 Km./ Approx. 5 Hrs.)
Get prepared for an adventurous day of trekking!
After a wholesome breakfast at the hotel, your Bhutan Trip Itinerary will take you for an adventurous trek to the popular Taktsang Monastery. A 5 hour trek amidst the picturesque landscapes of Bhutan will lead you to the Tiger’s Nest, located on top of a cliff with a sheer drop in front. After a rewarding time at the Taktsang Monastery, return to your hotel from this tiring day for an unwinding overnight stay in Paro hotel.
Day 6 - Paro - Paro Airport: Departure (10 Km. in Approx 30 Minutes Drive)
Since today is going to be last day of the romantic Bhutan tour, bid farewell to the incredible Bhutan!
After a delicious breakfast, it is time to check-out from the hotel in Paro and get transferred to Paro Airport to board a flight for onward journey. Head back home with a treasure of memories of this beautiful and serene land.
Accommodation
City | Hotel | Room | Category | Option |
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Thimphu | Hotel Bhutan | Deluxe | Or Similar Hotels | |
Punakha | Zhingkham Resort | Deluxe | Or Similar Hotels | |
Paro | Namsey Chholing Resort | Deluxe | Or Similar Hotels |
Inclusions
- City: (2N) Thimphu, (1N) Punakha & (2N) Paro.
- Sightseeing.
- Accommodation for 2 nights in Thimphu.
- Accommodation for 1 night in Punakha.
- Accommodation for 2 nights in Paro.
- Breakfast.
- Vehicle Type: Mini – Non AC (Upto 3 passengers).
- All transfers and sightseeing in a Non AC vehicle.
Exclusions
- GST:5%
- Air/ Train fare.
- Any expenses for optional activities.
- Items of personal nature like porterage, tips, laundry.
- Any expenses arising out of unforeseen circumstances like flight delay / cancellation / hike in fare, strike or any other natural calamities or any emergency evacuation expenses.
- Early check-in & late check-out charges, if any.
- Tips, Insurance, Laundry, & other such expenses.
- All kinds of drink (Alcoholic, Mineral, Aerated).
- Cost incidental to any change in the itinerary.
- Additional costs due to flight cancellation.
- Medical & travel insurance.
- Optional tours.
- Any additional meals.
- Anything not mentioned in Inclusions.
Things To Carry
- Hats.
- Sunscreen.
- Sunglasses.
- Comfortable footwear.
- Comfortable clothes.
- Camera.
- It is mandatory to carry a valid photo identity card (Passport / Driving License / Voter ID card).
Payment Policy
- 30 days or more before date of departure: 25% of total cost.
- 29 – 20 days before date of departure: 50% of total cost.
- 19 – 16 days before date of departure: 100% of total cost
Cancellation Policy
If you Cancel your Holiday
You, or any member of your party, may cancel their travel arrangements at any time. Written notification or an e-mail to that effect from the person who made the booking must be received at our offices. The applicable cancellation charges are as per the published cancellation policy below.
Cancellation Charges Per Person
- Prior to 30 days or more: Booking Fee.
- Between 30-20 days ahead of departure: 50 Percent of tour cost.
- Between 20-15 days of departure: 75 Percent of tour cost.
- 15 days to date of departure: 100 Percent.
- In case of no show: 100 Percent.
If We Change or Cancel Your Holiday
We do plan the arrangements in advance. It is unlikely that we will have to make any changes to your travel arrangements. Occasionally, we may have to make changes and we reserve the right to do so at any time. If there are any changes, we will advise you of them at the earliest possible date. We also reserve the right in any circumstances to cancel your travel arrangements by assigning reasons to you.
If we are unable to provide the booked travel arrangements due to reasons beyond our control (for instance, bad weather): We shall first try to offer you alternative dates for the tour if the tour has not already commenced;
If the tour has already commenced, then we shall refund the booking price/fee charged from you on a pro-rata basis depending on portion of the tour standing utilized by you
In all circumstances, however, our liability shall be limited refunding to you the price we charged as the tour fees.
Change Your Holiday Plan
After confirmation of services, if you wish to change your travel arrangements in any way, for example your chosen departure date or accommodation, we will do our utmost to make these changes but it may not always be possible. Any request for changes to be made must be in writing from the person who made the booking. All cost incurred due to amendment will be borne by yourself.
If You Have a Complaint
If you have a problem during your holiday, PLEASE INFORM THE RELEVANT SUPPLIER, (e.g. your hotelier, transporter etc.) and/or our representative IMMEDIATELY who will endeavour to put things right. If your complaint is not resolved locally, please follow this up within 28 days of your return home by writing to us, giving your booking reference and all other relevant information. However, please be advised that while we are happy to assist you in the redressal of your complaint, if any, we will be able to extend only our best efforts in managing/coordinating your complaint with the respective service provider. All third party service providers are independent contractors who at no time are under our control or supervision.
All the booking voucher and tickets will be provided 3 days prior to departure.
Terms & Conditions
- Per person prices are quoted on twin-share basis (2 persons sharing a room).
- A maximum of 3 adults are allowed in one room.
- The third occupant of the room shall be provided a mattress/rollaway bed.
- The price does not include –
Expenses of personal nature, such as laundry, telephone calls, room service, alcoholic beverages, mini bar charges, tips, portage, camera fees etc.
Any meals and services not specifically mentioned in the inclusions. - Airline seats and hotel rooms are subject to availability at the time of booking.
- In case of unavailability in the listed hotels, arrangement for an alternate accommodation will be made in a hotel of similar standard.
- Check-in and check-out times at hotels would be as per hotel policies. These are generally pre-decided as per ferry operation schedules.
- Transportation shall be provided as per the itinerary and will not be at disposal.
- City museums and monuments remain closed on Mondays while Ross Island remains closed on Wednesdays. If any visit is missed due to closure or maintenance issues, all efforts will be made to cover the sightseeing after returning to Port Blair from Havelock/Neil, time permitting.
- Guests who have pre-booked Scuba or Sea walk shall be provided the activity in Havelock as per time slot availability.
- Snorkelling is a complementary activity and in case this is missed due to any reason, there would be no refund/compensation for the same.
- It is advisable to seek your doctor’s advice before undertaking activities like Scuba or Sea walk, especially in case of any pre-existing medical issues.
- EWSH reserves the right to modify the itinerary at any point, due to reasons including but not limited to: Force Majeure events, strikes, fairs, festivals, weather conditions, traffic problems, overbooking of hotels / flights, cancellation / rerouting of flights, closure of / entry restrictions at a place of visit, etc. While we will do our best to make suitable alternate arrangements, we would not be held liable for any refunds/compensation claims arising out of this.
- It is mandatory for all guests to carry valid photo ID’s (Passport/Driving License/Voter ID Card). PAN Card is not accepted at many places as a valid photo ID.
- Foreign Nationals need to clear immigration at Port Blair, where they are issued with a RAP (Restricted Area Permit) free of cost. This permit is to be carried by the foreign national at all times and would be required at the time of check-in at the hotel, during security checks before boarding vessels, landing on every island etc. It is mandatory to carry valid original passport and visa in order to obtain the RAP. Photocopies/scan copies are not accepted.
- In case Makruzz/Coastal Cruise are not operational due to weather, technical or other unavoidable reasons, EWS Holidays shall make the best possible alternate arrangements. However, EWS Holidays will not be liable for any refund claims arising from this.
- If your flights involve a combination of different airlines, you may have to collect your luggage on arrival at the connecting hub and register it again while checking in for the return journey to your origin.
- Service Tax shall be applicable over and above the mentioned prices.
- For queries regarding cancellations and refunds, please refer to our Cancellation Policy.
- Disputes, if any, shall be subject to to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in New Delhi.