Bhutan with Sikkim/Darjeeling Tour
Overview
Bhutan is not only very friendly country with Nepal, but also is quite similar to the topographical views as both countries enjoy majority of the Himalayan climatic conditions and are brilliantly touched by the great teaching of Buddhism. From Kathmandu the capital city of Bhutan
Trip type: cross country tour, exploration, hiking,
Activities: Cross country tour,
Group size: 2 above, 16 below,
Locations: Nepal, Bhutan & Sikkim/Darjeeling,
Trip duration – 13 day (tailored itinerary is provided upon request).
Altitude: 4000m
Season: Autumn, Spring
Difficulty level: easy, suitable for all active travelers.
Bhutan is not only very friendly country with Nepal, but also is quite similar to the topographical views as both countries enjoy majority of the Himalayan climatic conditions and are brilliantly touched by the great teaching of Buddhism. From Kathmandu the capital city of Bhutan; Thimpo – is connected by Druk Air flight for an hour and quarter. From a longtime back, Kathmandu has been one of the major gateway points for the travelers to visit Bhutan. Alpine Exodus organizes numerous exciting trips that are just tours with luxury vehicle drive to trek trips that involve adventurous walking on the hills, from three-four day long to one week to 10 days. The tours or treks are to be matched with the flight schedule leaving from Kathmandu and return and for the interested parties having the entry visa to India we also provide optional circular route to Kathmandu via Gangtok – Sikkim – Darjeeling of India. Phuentsholing is the entry point to India from Bhutan and Kakarvitta is to Nepal. The return home flight is even can be connected from Paro, Bhutan to Bangkok of Thailand or to Delhi, India if one of those is in your flight route. But Paro ex flight are very limited so it is to be checked in detail before making the final decision. Bhutan has controlled tourism policy; therefore the daily tour price is quite expensive comparing to Nepal. But, if the price is not a bar for you, then this is the exact place where you have to be for culture, nature and adventure!
Itinerary
Your journey to Bhutan begins flying on DrukAir/Bhutan airline arriving to Paro Valley before noon. The remarkable and steep descent into the Paro valley is an awe-inspiring beginning to an adventure of a lifetime with its transparent purity of the air and its absorbing serenity. Paro retains its bucolic nature in spite of the existence of development projects. Fields of brown or green depending on the season covers most of the valley floor while hamlets and isolated farms dot the landscape. After visa formalities and collection of baggage, you will meet the representative, who will take a 1-hour leisurely drive towards the Capital of Bhutan, Thimphu. Passing through hills and some astounding countryside. Thimphu is situated in a large valley traversed by the Wangchu River and overshadowed by high peaks. Enroute you will view Tachogang monastery, “the temple of excellent horse” built by Thangthong Gyalpo (Iron chain builder in Bhutan) before reaching to Chunzom (confluence). At the confluence of Paro – Thimphu River, stop for vehicle registration, you will see three forms of Chortens in different styles i.e. Nepalese, Tibetan and Bhutanese. We drive following the Thimphu River upwards passing through several villages. Upon reaching Thimphu, check in the hotel and after settling down lunch will be served. Visit the weekend market (ONLY ON Friday, Saturday & Sunday), a colourful open-air bazaar where everything from yaks to chillies to textiles are traded, and providing you an opportunity to mingle with local people. Nearby you may see an archery competition taking place, the country’s national sport. Town excursion. Overnight Hotel
Inclusions & Exclusions
What's Included
- Air port pick up and transfers as program,
- Flight ticket to Paro/Bhutan from KTM & return via Bhadruapur/NP,
- Round the trip(Kathmandu, Bhutan, Sikkim/Darjeeling); comfortable drive with air conditioned (with jeep or van).
- Hotel with full board (daily 3 meals – Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner with hotdrinks & drinking water),
- Experienced staff comprising of 1 Tour Guide (English speaking), Driver etc.
- Entry Permits for Sikkim/Darjeeling as well as to all the tour places in Bhutan,
- The SDF, Bhutan Visa fee,
What's Not Included
- Cold drinks, bar bills, personal expenses,
- India visa fee, Nepal visa fee; flight to Kathmandu and return (except domestic and flight to Paro Bhutan),
- There will be extra cost if repeated entry or anything altering the program,
- Any cost incurred because of landslide or similar kind of unforeseeable disturbances,
- Single supplement will cost extra,
- Any tipping or loyalties to your guide or driver etc.