Key Information
- DestinationBhutan
- Trip GradeEasy
- Trip StyleTour
- TransportationPrivate Transport & Flight
- MealsFull Board Basis
- AccommodationHotel
- Group Size02 - 16
- Single Supplement150
About Short Bhutan Tour
Bhutan is one of the world's smallest nations, yet, the sights and hospitality it offers are unlimited. Labeled as the most joyful nation on the planet, this place is something other than slopes and valleys. The culture and tradition of this kingdom make it an excellent tour site. Short Bhutan Tour brings you the maximum coverage of Bhutan in the shortest amount of time.
Short Bhutan Tour will start off on a high note, visiting the capital city of Thimpu via a flight that offers you some of the most breathtaking scenes of the Himalayas. Once in Thimpu, you will cover most of the scenery points, like Thimpu Kuenselcholing View Point and Buddha Point, from atop hills from where the entire sprawling city is seen in all its glory. Not just that, you will likewise visit the wonderful Buddha Dordenma Statue, thought to be one of the biggest statues of Buddha on the earth.
Other sites of interest will also mark your journey, including the famous Memorial Chorten, built in the memory of the Late King Jigme Dorji Wangchuk, considered to be a must visit place in the country. The fortress of Tashichho Dzong, now the seat of power in the country and also functioning as a monastery, provides a serene aura due to its location at the foot of beautiful green hills.
An optional hike to Taktshang Monastery, also known as the Tiger’s Nest, will offer you an insight into the rich culture of Tibetan Buddhism. The mixture of natural beauty with the warm glow of culture is what makes this tour one of the unique experiences in life.
Index Adventure brings you this tour with a well-planned itinerary and excellent, knowledgeable guides. Although Short Bhutan Tour is set for a short period of time, Index Adventure guarantees you with quality on every step of the way in order to make this tour a memory you will look back with the highest regard and ultimate fondness.
Outline Itinerary
- Day 1:Arrival at Paro Airport after the drive to Thimpu (1hour 30 minutes’ drive). 2320 M.
- Day 2:Drive to Paro.
- Day 3:Departure.
Cost Details
Cost Includes
- Private transportation
- Necessary Bhutan travel permits
- English speaking Bhutanese guide and Driver
- Accommodation on Twin sharing/ Single room basis.
- Sightseeing and monastery entrance fees as per the itinerary
- Meal plan: Full Board Basis
- Bhutan Government Royalty fee ($ 65 per person / per day)
- Bhutan Visa fee
- Flight fare Kathmandu- Paro- Kathmandu.
Cost Excludes:
- Insurance of any kind.
- Additional cost due to natural calamity and unforeseen circumstance
- Personal expenses such as drink, guide tips & etc.
Useful Information
Checklist for Bhutan Tour
Valid passport (valid for six months from the date of your trip)
One other picture ID, such as driver’s license (in case of emergency and for use as a substitute of passport or in case of loss of your passport) Photocopy of passport page to carry in a wallet
Air tickets (Make a copy of flight tickets which may be helpful, in case of loss)
Visa Clearance (Make a copy of visa clearance which may be helpful, in case of emergencies)
MasterCard, Visa Credit, and Debit Cards are accepted in Bhutan. However, travelers’ cheques and some cash are highly recommended.
Mobile (if your cell phone is from CINGULLAR USA or ATNT (USA) operators then your cell phone will work in Bhutan.)
WHAT TO BRING DURING THE TOUR IN BHUTAN
Warm Jackets with waterproof or raincoats
Hiking shorts (for men) or skirt
Winter clothes
Hiking/trekking boots
Socks for hiking boots Sunscreen for lips and face
Sunglasses
Sneakers
Long and short T-shirts or cotton shirts
Sun Hats
Walking Sticks
Backpack or Suitcase
DRESS CODE FOR VISITING FORTRESSES, MONASTERIES, AND TEMPLES IN BHUTAN
Shirt (either half or full sleeve)
Full pants/long skirts
Any type of shoes with socks
No Hats, No Umbrella, No Slippers, No t-shirts, No short skirt and No half-pants
Photographs allowed in the courtyard only.