BHUTAN - 10 Days 9 Nights

Welcome on arrival at IXB/NJP meet our representative and transfer to Garumara National Park – Lataguri/Murti (100Kms / 3 Hrs). Situated in the Dooars region of the sub Himalayan part of West Bengal, Gorumara National Parkis a magnificent forest of Himalayan trees, mammals, birds, twenty and amphibians.Afternoon visits the Local Villages and Tea Gardens. Overnight at Hotel.

Morning Jungle safari at Gorumara.. Guest has to book the ticket with the help of resort person – Early morning Breakfast - Drive to visit to Jhalong / Bindu / Chapramari in the lap of Himalaya – This is an excursion involving drive and sightseeing - The area is known for its diversified flora, fauna and the scenic beauty of Bhutan Hills - It provides habitat for the Royal Bengal Tiger, Gaur, Leopard, Sambar, Chital, Hog Deer, Barking deer etc – Back to resort - Early evening (4 P M to 6 P M) Jungle safari subjected to availability of ticket (Optional) – As per the norms of the Government Guest has to book the ticket (He will be assisted by a guide from the Resort - Excursion to Medhla / Chukchuki / Jatraprasad Watch Tower - In the late evening campfire & tribal dance at the resort can be arranged (Optional) – Night Stay at Resort in Lataguri/Murti (Duars / Dooars). Overnight at hotel.

After morning breakfast transfer to Jaldapara/Hollong (85kms / 2hrs). Overnight stay at hotel

Morning after breakfast go for immigration process which may take around 3-4 hrs & transfer to Thimpu (175 kms/7 hrs/ 7800 ft). Evening free for Leisure.Night stay at Thimpu.

Morning after breakfast starts for Thimpu local Sightseeing covering Memorial Chorten, Emporium House, National Library, Handicraft Centre, Cherry Monastery, BBC Tower, SAARC Building & Bhutan’s Secretariat – The famous Dzong. Night stay at Thimpu

After breakfast drive through Dochula pass (3100mts) making the most beautiful pass in Bhutan. 108 Druk Wangyel Chortens, built over the pass by queen mother in 2003 marks the pass more important than another passes. When the weather permits one can enjoy a spectacular view of the highest mountains of Bhutan at a sight that stretches almost 180 degrees. After a photo break, we will continue our drive to warm valley of Punakha. On arrival, check into the hotel. Overnight at the hotel in Punakha.

After breakfast drive back to Paro descending back down from Dochu La, follow the way back up the dramatic Wang Chhu and Paro Chhu river valleys, before crossing through Paro Town towards the north end of the valley. En route visit Simtokha Dzong, the place of profound tantric teaching, this dzong now houses a school for the study of the Dzongkha language. Overnight at the hotel in Paro.

After breakfast excursion to Taktshang Monastery (approx 5 hours walk): It is one of the most famous of Bhutan’s monasteries, perched on the side of a cliff 900m above the Paro valley floor. It is said that Guru Rinpoche arrived here on the back of a tigress and meditated at this monastery and hence it is called ‘Tiger’s Nest’. Afternoon drive to Drukgyel Dzong, a ruined fortress where Bhutanese warriors fought Tibetan invaders centuries ago. The snowy dome of sacred Chomolhari, "mountain of goddess'' can be seen in all her glory from the approach road to the Dzong. On the way, visit the 7th century Kyichu Lhakhang, one of the 108 temples built in the Himalayas by Tibetan King, Songtsen Gampo. The building of this temple marks the introduction of Buddhism in Bhutan. Evening an exploratory walk around Main Street and market area. Overnight at the hotel in Paro.

Morning after breakfast transfer to Phuentsholling (170 kms/7 hrs). Night stay at Phuentsholling.

Morning departure transfer to New Jalpaiguri Rly. Station (NJP) / Bagdogra (IXB). Tour Ends.