Regional visitors do not have to pay the international tourist tariff to visit Bhutan. Goods and travel services are consumed on their own discretion.Regional tourist are Indian, Bangladesh and Maldivian national. So Indians, Bangladeshis and Maldivian nationals can obtain a visa at the port of entry on producing a valid passport with a minimum of 6 month validity (Indian nationals may also use their Voters Identity Card (VIC)
However our company has seen that it was difficult to provide quality services and security in Bhutan, when they travel on their own. We also found out that our regional tourist were not able to experience and explore our unique culture, age-old customs and traditions besides the attractions and offerings that Bhutan has.
Our Labor Minister Ngeema Sangay Tshempo said tourists are encouraged to hire guides and come through local tour agents. “We treat tourists as our guests and they should not be left on their own,” he said, adding that the government encourages guided tourists.
Therefore, Authentic Bhutan Tours would like to take opportunity in catering to the various needs of the regional visitors. We specialized in Regional Tourist with competitive price that will make our regional tourist to travel with us. We have every necessary provisions and knowledge to ensure and look after the visitors with great care and guidance. The company would provide all the necessities with trust and taste.
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Day 01. Arrive to Paro – Transfer to Thimphu
The flight into Paro on our national carrier, Druk Air, is a befitting introduction to the spectacular beauty of our country. In clear weather, magnificent views of the world’s highest peaks like Gangkar Puensum, give way to the lush green Paro valley as you land.
Your Bhutanese escort from Authentic Bhutan Tours- For Your Bhutan Experience! will warmly welcome & greet you on arrival, and then drive you to Thimphu, the capital city of Bhutan.
The drive will take about 1 hour and 30 minutes along a river valley, past small villages and traditional farmhouses, through peaceful countryside. It’s a small & charming capital city located in the heart of the Himalayas.
On reaching Thimphu, we will do a short hike, (Sangaygang Cross Country) Wangditse Hike. The hike starts from BBS tower till Dechenphodrang, through pine forest.
Evening visit Tashi Chho Dzong, seat of the national government and the Central Monastic Body, including the summer residence of the Je Khenpo (Chief Abbot of Bhutan) and stroll around Thimphu town.
Meal Plan: Welcome Dinner Accommodation: Thimphu Hotel
Day 02. Thimphu – Punakha (Day Excursion)
After our breakfast, we will drive to Punakha/Wangdi. The road climbs steeply through forests of pine, hemlock spruce and rhododendrons. At Dochula Pass (3150m) you will have a breathtaking panoramic view of the Eastern Himalayan Mountain ranges. The pass is adorned with 108 small stupas and many kinds of prayer flags.
Then the road descends through lush forests to the fertile valley of Punakha & Wangdi Pghodrang. On reaching Lobesa, we will visit Chhimi Lhakhang, which is located at a hilltop. The temple is known as ‘the temple of fertility’.
At Punakha, visit the most beautiful dzongs in Bhutan, Punakha Dzong. Then we will have lunch at Punakha. After lunch we will drive back to Thimphu and stroll around Thimphu. Dinner and hotel Thimphu. After dinner we will go and take the night photography of Trashichho Dzong and Memorial Chhorten. After this we will go to some night entertainment clubs (Drayangs) and enjoy with the locals. Over night stay at hotel
Accommodation: Thimphu Hotel
Day 03. Thimphu – Paro
After our breakfast, we will do sightseeing in Thimphu like visit to Memorial Chhorten, built in 1974 in the memory of third king late Jigme Dorji Wangchuk, and the temple inside gives good examples of tantric Buddhist and its philosophy.
Buddha Point, to see and pray in front of tallest Shakyamuni Buddha statue in the world. Changgangkha Lhakhang, founded in 12th century by great Lama Phajo Drukgom Zhipo. Mothithang mini-zoo to see the National Animal of Bhutan (Takin). The Takin (BudorcasTaxicolor) as a National Animal of Bhutan is attributed to a legend of the animal’s creation in Bhutan in the 15th century by Lama Drukpa Kuenley. Lunch at Thimphu.
After lunch drive to Paro and stop at Tachhogang Lhakhang and then continue the drive to Paro. Stroll around Paro town. Dinner and over night stay.
Accommodation: Paro Hotel
Day 04. Paro Stay
Today after breakfast at hotel, we will hike to Paro Taktshanf Monastery , the most famous and scared monastery in Buddhism world. Taksang means “TigerNest” named after Guru Rinpoche reportedly flew to this site riding on the back of a flying tigress late in the 9th century. We have to walk about 2 hours up steep from the road end. The trail climbs through beautiful pine forest, many of the trees festooned with Spanish moss, and an occasional grove of fluttering prayer flags. Lunch will be served at Taktshang cafeteria.
On our way back, drive to the village of Drukgyel and visit the ruins of Drukgyel Dzong, built in 1649 to commemorate the victory over Tibetan invasion and Kyichu Lhakhang, it is one of the two most sacred and the oldest temples in Bhutan, built in 7th century by Tibetan king Songtsen Gampo (the 33rd Tibetan king, who is also the manifestation of avoloketeshivara, commonly known to Bhutanese as Chenrize).
Evening stroll around the Paro vally town, the valley of surpassing Beauty.Dinner and over night stay at Paro hotel.
Accommodation: Paro Hotel
Day 05. Paro - Airport
After our breakfast, we will drive to Paro International Airport for your onward flight. Our guide and driver will bid you farewell here at the airport. We wish you a very safe and pleasant flight for your onward destinations.
explore the legendary ‘Land of the Thunder Dragon’, by our Regional Tourist at Le Meridian Hotel (Luxury hotel) at Thimphu and Paro with Special Price by Le Meridian to our Regional Tourist.
Unlocking the kingdom of Bhutan with Le meridian Hotel (Luxury Hotel) at Thimphu and Paro with Special Price by Le Meridian to our Regional Tourist.
Start planning your tailor-made Dream Holiday to Bhutan – The Land of happiness!
In order to experience the best and rewarding fulfillment clients must plan in advance the different logistics that you have in your minds before actually venturing into the world of trips. You might have wishes and hopes for which you need to plan.
The following information will help you to plan your dream trip to Bhutan.
1. When and how to visit Bhutan?
Choose your traveling date like Arrival/Departure date. You also need to choose entry/depart Bhutan via AIR or LAND.
By Air: Druk Air, the national carriers is the only service operator in the kingdom and operates several flights per week from Bangkok (Thailand), Delhi & Kolkata (India) and Kathmandu (Nepal) to Paro (Bhutan). The Paro International Airport is located about an hour and a half drive from Thimphu, the capital city of Bhutan.
Paro airport is daylight restricted, and the flights are totally dependent on the weather. As a result, sometimes flights are delayed. It is therefore a good idea to keep at least 24 hours of transit time for connecting flights out of Paro. You might also want to consider traveling on a non-restricted ticket so that if you miss a connecting flight, you can be rerouted or seated on the first available carrier.
Sometimes flights into Paro are disrupted because of unfavorable weather conditions. If this occurs, the flight will stop for the night at the transit airport. To be prepared, you may want to carry your essential personal items in your carry-on luggage.
By Land: Phuentsholing, a Bhutanese town in the southwest has road access to India. It is located about 170 km from the Indian domestic airport at Bagdogra, West Bengal. Phuentsholing is about 172 km from Thimphu the capital city of Bhutan and is about 6hours drive distance. And S/
2. What are your itineraries?
All the tours can be customized and extended as per our valued client’s requirements. There are sample itineraries for your kind reference and it will give you some general idea of the likely trip scheduled.
Complete the tour request form and submit it to us. Send us correct name list. We will send you the flight reservation status via email.
After confirming your reservation, we need the scanned copy of member’s passport.
Please remit us full payments and send us the copy of remittance paper via email. Visa will not be accepted without full payment.
We will send you the flight ticket copy and Visa Clearance Copy prior to your departure to Bhutan via email. You need to print out and carry along with you.
Start packing and looking forward to have a memorable trip in the LandThunder Dragon, DrukYul.
| Pax | PACKAGES AP (Per Person) | PACKAGES MAP (Per Person) | PACKAGES CP (Per Person) | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rs. 7500/night | Rs. 7050/night | Rs. 6500/night | MAKE AN ENQUIRY |
| 2 – 4 | Rs. 5500/night | Rs. 5050/night | Rs. 4995/night | MAKE AN ENQUIRY |
| 5 – 10 | Rs. 5000/night | Rs. 4550/night | Rs. 4000/night | MAKE AN ENQUIRY |
| 11+ | Rs. 4500/night | Rs. 4050/night | Rs. 3500/night | MAKE AN ENQUIRY |
The above price is inclusive of the following as per the packages.
| AP (American Plan) | MAP (Modified American Plan) |
|---|---|
| 1. Accommodation on twin sharing basis (3*hotels) 2. Land Transportation within Bhutan. 3. All Meals – Three meals a day including evening tea. 4. Guide services (English Speaking Guide) 5. Sightseeing as per the itinerary. 6. Entrance Fees 7. Mineral Water (1 liter a day) | 1. Accommodation on twin sharing basis (3*hotels) 2. Land Transportation within Bhutan. 3. Meals – (breakfast, Evening Tea & Dinner) – No Lunch 4. Guide services (English Speaking Guide) 5. Sightseeing as per the itinerary. 6. Entrance Fees 7. Mineral Water (1 liter a day) |
| CP (Continental Plan) | The above price is exclusive of the following: |
|---|---|
| 1. Accommodation on twin sharing basis (3*hotels) 2. Land Transportation within Bhutan. 3. Meals – (Breakfast & Evening Tea) – No Lunch & Dinner. 4. Guide services (English Speaking Guide) 5. Sightseeing as per the itinerary. 6. Entrance Fees 7. Mineral Water (1 liter a day) | 1. Travel Insurance 2. Medical Expenses 3. Drinks 4. Sleeping Bags on treks 5. Tips to guide and driver 6. Other Personal bills 7. Airfare. |
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