BHUTAN BECKONS EX-MUMBAI

Theme: Mixed Experience

Experiences you will have: Private luxury, Pure nature, Local food, Visit to monasteries, Mountains

Destination: Bhutan.

Location in brief: Bhutan is a small neighbouring country of India.

Accommodation type: 5 Star

Suitable Group size: Any

Check in 2:00 PM | Check out 11:00 AM

Food: Continental, Ethnic Local, Indian.

Hygiene: Maintained as per the laid down protocol and norms.

Terrain: Hilly.

Vehicle provided: Private. As per the request or pre-determined itinerary.

Climate: In the winter season, the high altitude points are covered with snow. At the foothills the climate is cool and bearable.
Summer (March to June) is the best season to visit as temperature is pleasant. Visiting in monsoon is a treat for eyes because of greenery and misty air and crowd is also very less.

PRG CODE:. INT/P001-24-25

Experience breath-taking natural beauty at diverse places and also rich culture of Bhutan – The Land of Thunder Dragon. SAMSONA GETAWAYS, ensures that you not only see but feel the joy of what this mysterious land offers! Beautiful locales, moderately adventurous trails and a flavor of the local life and tastes. This package offer the best of luxury that is available in this land.

How to reach: Paro is the only International airport in Bhutan. Paro is connected to Kolkata and Delhi very convenienttly. Mumbai-Paro flights are operational for limited period.
Bhutan is accessible by road as well. One can catch a flight to Bagdogra airport and then drive to Jaigaon 2:15 hours away which is a border town. From Jaigaon one can enter Phuensholling which is a border town from Bhutan side. From there one can reach Thimphu – capital of Bhutan – in 5:30 hours by road.
Central Bhutan and other main cities in Bhutan are connected by domestic flights.

What you can do there?: Subject to availability of time and your interest, following activities may be undertaken at respective places, if not already covered. Some of the activities are chargeable:
Visit to -:
1.   Local traditional village – Punakha or Paro
2.   Hot stone bath - Paro
3.   Centenary Farmers’ market - Thimphu
4.   Traditional medicine Institute - Thimphu
5.   Traditional paper making from Daphnia and Edgeworthia - Thimphu
6.   Picnic lunch at river side - Punakha
7.   Simply Bhutan – A museum built in style of traditional farmhouse - Thimphu
8.   Wearing Bhutanese dress for photo – Thimphu or Paro
9.   Bhutan Post – Thimphu
10. Archery

Nearby places of interest: West Bhutan is more frequented by tourists but Central Bhutan is one of the most beautiful places in the world. East Bhutan is untouched but tourists’ infrastructure is less developed there. In South Bhutan, there is sanctuary where one can get to see pure raw nature.

25 Dec Wed Day 01: IXB Airport – Phuentsholing (160 kms / 4 hrs)

Arrive at Bagdogra Airport and be warmly received by our representative.
Assistance provided for your comfortable transition to the awaiting vehicle.
Enjoy the scenic drive through the numerous tea estates of Bengal.
Arrive in Phuentsholing and check-in for a relaxing overnight stay.
Meals: Lunch & Dinner

26 Dec Thurs Day 02: Phuentsholing to Thimphu (165 km / 5 hrs)

Morning drive after breakfast.
Processing of permits before embarking on a scenic journey to Thimphu.
Enroute visit Karbandi Gumpa/Milerapa Lhakhang.
Drive through breathtaking mountain views, peaceful countryside, and a stopover for a photo session at Wankha Waterfalls.
Check-in at your hotel and take a leisurely stroll, visit the local market, or relax.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

27 Dec Fri Day 03: Thimphu Sightseeing

After breakfast proceed for the sightseeing tour covering -
Buddha Dordenma (Kuensel Phodong)
Simtokha Dzong
Folk Heritage Museum
Takin Zoo
Simply Bhutan
Overnight stay in Thimphu
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

28 Dec Sat Day 04: Thimphu to Punakha – Transfer (60 km / 2 hrs) & Sightseeing

Morning drive to Dochula pass (3,150m) for captivating views.
Continue to Punakha, visiting Chimmi Lhakhang, Pho Chu & Mo Chu River, Punakha Dzong, and a picturesque Suspension Bridge.
Enjoy rafting on the way
Overnight stay in Punakha.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

29 Dec Sun Day 05: Punakha to Paro – Transfer (120 km / 03 hrs) & Sightseeing

After breakfast, transfer to Paro
Proceed for the sightseeing tour covering -
Rinpung Dzong
International Airport (Bird’s eye view)
Ta Dzong (Paro Museum)
Tiger Nest View
Overnight stay in Paro
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

30 Dec Mon Day 06: Chelela Excursion

Start for the excursion after your breakfast
Enjoy the picturesque drive, which is one of the highest motorable passes in Bhutan.
Spend some time at Chele La Pass to take in the panoramic views of the surrounding peaks.
Return back to Paro and overnight stay.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

31 Dec Day 07: Paro to Phuentsholing - Return Journey

Check out and drive back to Phuentsholing
Check-in at the hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

01 Jan Wed Day 08: Phuentsholing to Bagdogra Airport (160 kms / 4 hrs)

Check out from the hotel
Departure transfer to Bagdogra Airport
Bid farewell to Bhutan, leaving with cherished memories of its natural beauty and rich culture.
Adhere to Bhutan's "leave no trace" policy - take only memories, leave only footprints.
Meals: Breakfast

ACCOMODATIONS AT BELOW HOTELS

Destination	Luxury
Phuentsholing	Gamega
Thimphu	Tashi Yid-Wong
Punakha	Vara
Paro	Paro Grand

Inclusions

Roundtrip Flight
Accommodation on double / twin sharing basis
Hotel stays as mentioned
Airport Transfers & Sightseeing as mentioned in the itinerary
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Sustainable Development Fee (Bhutan Govt Fee)
Professional Guide accompanying the group
Bottled water

Exclusions
Expenses for personal items such as laundry, telephone usage, tips, gratuity, and purchases of mineral, soft, or hard drinks.
Any sightseeing activities or vehicle usage beyond the specified itinerary.
Costs associated with camera usage, and entrance fees to attractions.
Expenses incurred due to natural calamities like landslides, road blockages, political disturbances, etc.
Insurance.
GST 5% & TCS 5%
Any services, activities, or items not explicitly mentioned in the package in

BOOKING CONDITIONS
At the time of Booking		50% of Holiday Cost
44 - 30 Days before departure		100% of Holiday Cost
Cancellation Policy
45 Days before departure		Rs. 10000/- Per Person
44 - 30 Days before departure		50% of Holiday Cost
29 - 15 Days before departure		100% of Holiday Cost

Kindly Note :
SAMSONA GETAWAYS PVT LTD will require two working days for processing any request. This time needs to be added in the period mentioned in the cancellation policy. The cancellation request must be received by the company in writing preferably by email.