North East India with Bhutan Tour

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~~$4170~~

$3972

North East India with Bhutan Tour

12 Days Starting in Bagdogra and ending in Paro

Visiting: Bagdogra, Darjeeling, Kalimpong, Gangtok, Phuentsholing, Thimphu, Punakha, Paro, Wangdue Phodrang

Tour operator:

Panda Experiences

Tour code:

12NEIWBT

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

1 - 10

Physical rating:

Easy

Age range:

1-85

Special diets catered:

Meat, Jain, Halal, Vegetarians, Vegans, Kosher

Tour operated in:

English , French , German , Spanish

Private Available:

From: $4170 $3972 Travel Club discount: -$198

NB: Prices correct on 19-Sep-2024 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

Experience the combination of India and Bhutan, your trip staring form Bagdogra continue to the Darjeeling, Tiger Hill, Buddhist monasteries & colorful markets. then proceed for Capital of Sikkim, Buddhist monasteries, Tibetan sites & flower orchards in Gangtok. Next we will take you to the Thimpu, Punakha and Paro amazing land of Bhutan.

Highlights

Capital of Sikkim, Buddhist monasteries, Tibetan sites & flower orchards in Gangtok.
Darjeeling home of the top cuppa, tea plantations, Tiger Hill, Buddhist monasteries & colorful markets and Kalimpong.
Thimphu - Market, Chorten’s memorial, Hand Made Paper Unit, Handicrafts Emporium.
Paro - Paro Rinpung Dzong, Kyichu Lhakhang, The National Museum at Ta Dzong, local farmhouse and Paro market.
Panoramic views of the Bhutanese Himalayas and incredible scenery.

Places You'll See

Darjeeling

Gangtok

Thimphu

Darjeeling

Gangtok

Thimphu

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Arrival At Bagdogra - Darjeeling (65 Kms / 2:30 Hrs)

Location: Bagdogra

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

On the day of arrival at Bagdogra airport, our representative will meet you and later drive to Darjeeling. Upon arrival at Darjeeling check in your hotel for night stay. Relax at hotel or day free to leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 2 : At Darjeeling

Location: Darjeeling

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today early morning visit to Tiger Hills (8364 ft / 2550 Mts at around 04 Am) to view fetching sunrise over Kanchenjunga Peak (subject to clear weather) later drive back to hotel an-route visit to Ghoom Monastery, Batasia Loop. After breakfast at hotel, later proceed for full day guided tour to Darjeeling, visit Japanese Temple, Peace pagoda, Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park & Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (Closed on Thursday), Tenzing & Gombu Rock, Tibetan refugee self help Center (Closed on Sunday) & Tea Estate. Relax at hotel or day free to leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 3 : Darjeeling - Kalimpong (49 Kms / 2 Hrs)

Location: Kalimpong

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out from hotel and drive to Kalimpong. Upon arrival at Kalimpong check in your hotel for night stay. Later proceed for half guided tour to Kalimpong, visit Kalimpong Durpin Dara (view point), Zong Dog Palri Fo-Brong Monastery, Flower & Orchid Nurseries, Dello Hill. Relax at hotel or day free to leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 4 : Kalimpong - Gangtok (74 Kms / 3 Hrs)

Location: Gangtok

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out from hotel and drive to Gangtok, via en-route enjoy river rafting (at your own cost). Upon arrival at Gangtok check in your hotel for night stay. Evening visit to Lal bazzar and local shops.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 5 : At Gangtok

Location: Gangtok

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for full day guided tour to Gangtok, visit Hanuman Talk, Ganesh Talk & Tashi View Point, later drive for rest of the points, that is the seven points - Rumtek Monastery or Jhakri Water Falls, Directorate of Handicrafts and Handlooms (Closed on Sunday), Cable Car (Own Ticket), Research Institute of Tibetology (Closed on Sunday), Do-Dul-Chorten (Stupar), Botanical Garden & flower show. Relax at hotel or day free to leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 6 : Gangtok - Phuentsholing (223 Kms / 5:30 Hrs)

Location: Phuentsholing

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out from hotel and drive to Phuentsholing (Bhutan Border). Upon arrival at Phuentsholing check in your hotel for night stay. Relax at hotel or day free to leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 7 : Phuentsholing - Thimphu (176 Kms / 4:30 Hrs)

Location: Thimphu

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out from hotel and drive to Thimphu. Upon arrival at Thimphu check in your hotel for night stay. Later take gradual walks to the nearby streets. Visit local markets, enjoy street food, and communicate with local people, etc.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 8 : At Thimphu

Location: Thimphu

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for full day guided tour to Thimphu, visit Tashichhodzong, BBS Tower, Government Run Handicraft Emporium, National Memorial Chorten, Buddha View Point, Folk heritage, national textile museums, National Institute of Traditional Medicine (out side view) and Zoo. Relax at hotel or day free to leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 9 : Thimphu - Punakha (75 Kms / 2:30 Hrs)

Location: Punakha

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out from hotel and drive to Punakha, via en-route visit to Dochula Pass (3,050 Mts) that heralds the most enchanting views of Bhutan. Upon arrival at Punakha check in your hotel for night stay. Later proceed for half day guided tour to Punakha, visit Dzong, was strategically built at the confluence of the Pho Chu (male) and Mo Chu (female) rivers by the first Shabdrung of Bhutan, Ngawang Namgyel in 1637. Relax at hotel or day free to leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 10 : Punakha - Wangdue Phodrang - Paro (130 Kms / 4:30 Hrs)

Location: Paro, Wangdue Phodrang

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after at hotel, later check from hotel and drive to Paro, via en-route visit to Wangdue Phodrang visit Wangdue Dzong and the local market. Later continue drive to Paro visit the scenic Dochula Pass and Simtokha Dzong. Upon arrival at Paro check in your hotel for night stay.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 11 : At Paro

Location: Paro

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for full day guided tour to Paro, visit the National Museum (Ta Dzong) followed by a leisurely walk to visit Rinpung Dzong. Later afternoon, visit the Drukgyel Dzong, the ruined fortress where Bhutanese deterred several invasions by Tibetan armies also visit the traditional farm house for a meeting with local people. Evening, pay a visit to the Kyichu Lhakhang, one of the oldest and most sacred shrines in Bhutan.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 12 : Departure From Paro

Location: Paro

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out from hotel and transfer to Paro airport to board the flight to your home.

What's Included

Meals

11 Breakfast at Hotel
11 Nights accommodation based on double / twin sharing basis

3 Star Accommodation.
Assistance during arrival and departure by Panda Experiences
All transfers including airport transfers by an AC vehicle
English speaking guide at Darjeeling, Kalimpong, Gangtok, Phuentsholing, Thimphu, Punakha and Paro

Other languages guides are available on additional charges.
Enjoy a Toy train ride at Darjeeling
Enjoy a day trip to Tsomgo Lake
One mineral water bottle per person per day

What's Not Included

Visas fee (if applicable)
Monument entry fees
Tips (always optional, but some guidance will be given in the pre-departure information pack you’ll receive after booking)
Beverages other than drinking water & any costs of a personal nature
International/Internal flights to/from the start/finish of the trip

Check out our Q&As

Do I need to purchase travel insurance before travelling?

Absolutely. Every traveler is required to purchase travel insurance before the start of their tour. Due to the varying nature, availability and cost of health care around the world, travel insurance is very much an essential and necessary part of every journey.
Company Instant Book

Yes
Is there a supplement for solo travellers?

Yes
What is the maximum group size?

10
Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?

Yes

What happens if a group doesn’t make its minimum required number of passengers?

100% Departure if there is single traveler.
Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?

Yes
Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?

Yes
What currencies are required for this tour?

INR and Bhutanese Ngultrum is local currency.
What is the tipping policy?

Tips always optional.
Are children permitted to take part in the tour?

Yes
What is the fitness level required to do this tour?

Healthy
Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?

Yes
Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?

Yes
Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?

Yes
Are airport transfers included in this tour?

Yes
Is the tour coach air conditioned?

Yes
What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?

3 Star
Do you require a visa for this holiday?

Only for foreign national traveler.
Do I need a visa to travel to India?

Yes. The Government of India grants Tourist Visa to a foreigner who does not have a residence or occupation in India. The only purpose of visiting India should be recreation, sight seeing, casual visit to meet friends and relatives etc. Any activity other than the aforementioned ones is cognizable.
What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

After confirmation of services, if you wish to change your travel arrangements in any way (e.g. 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 must be in writing from the person who made the booking. All cost incurred due to amendment will be borne by you.
How long has the tour company been trading?

Panda Experiences has been in operation since 2008

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