Beautiful Bhutan & Green Dooars 08 Nights & 09 Days

Day- 01

On arrival transfer to Phuentsholling - On arrival, our representative will be there to receive guests and assist them to get transferred to Phuentsholling - The drive is approximately 170 kilometers i.e. 04 to 04½ hours - 58 kilometres to Alipurduar and nearly 75 kilometres to Cooch Behar Railway Station (NCB) and is nearly 02 hours drive - Hashimara is 18 kilometres through the lush green Tea Estate and Forested National Park - Phuntsholing, also spelt as Phuentsholing, is a border town in southern Bhutan serving as the corridor to West Bengal - The gateway of the land of thunder dragons, Phuentsholing is often regarded as the abode of kings and queens of the Himalayan Kingdom - At an altitude of only 300 meters, this commercial center lies adjacent to Indian town Jaigaon on the Himalayan foothills -  On arrival at Phuentsholling - Check into hotel - [With guidance from our representative one can fill the permit and pass on the ID and Photos for next day immigration office] - Evening free to stroll around the local market or visit the local pub - Night stay at Hotel at either Phuentsholling or Jaigaon

Day- 02

After the permit is issued transfer to Thimpu - Thimphu is approximately 175 kilometers and is nearly 06  - 06½ hours drive via Chukha and Rinchendling village along Thimphu Highway - Thimphu formerly spelt as Thimbu or Thimpu is the capital and largest city of Bhutan - It is situated in the western central part of Bhutan, and the surrounding valley is one of Bhutan's Dzongkhags, the Thimphu District - Thimphu is the fifth highest capital in the world by altitude and ranges in altitude from 2,248 meters i.e. 7,375 feet) to 2,648 meters i.e. 8,688 feet - Thimphu is a historic town with many sacred sites and historical buildings scattered throughout the area & Thimphu is one of the few capitals in the world that does not have a single traffic light - The culture of Bhutan is fully reflected in Thimphu in literature, religion, customs, and national dress code, the monastic practices of the monasteries, music, and dance -  On arrival at Thimpu transfer to the hotel - Evening take a stroll around town, Pub or local market or even the main street - Overnight at the hotel, resort or homestay in Thimphu

Day- 03

Thimpu Local Sightseeing - Early morning breakfast - Visit the National Memorial Chorten built in honour of our late King Jigme Dorji Wangchuk and the Dupthop Lhakhang - One can visit the National Library, stocked with ancient Buddhist manuscripts, and the Painting School where traditional art is still kept alive through instructions in the art of painting Thangkas -  Next visit Buddha Point,  Tashicchhoe Dzong, The Memorial Chorten, The Institute of Traditional Medicine, Coronation Park, School of Arts & Crafts, Handicraft Institute & Motithang Takin Reserve (Takin Zoo) & Simply Bhutan Museum -  The Tashichho Dzong is open to visitors only in winter when the Je Khenpo and the monks move to Punakha the ancient winter capital of Bhutan -  Drive to Simtokha Dzong and visit the Handicrafts Emporium followed by shopping for souvenirs - Evening free to stroll around the hotel or visit local club or Pub - Overnight stay in hotel/resort or homestay Thimphu

Day- 04

Dochula sightseeing & Transfer to Wangdue Phodrang / Punakha - After Breakfast transfer to Punakha - Morning drive to Dochula pass (3080 meters) that heralds the most enchanting views of Bhutan - Later drive to Punakha, Wangdue visit Punakha dzong built strategically at the junction of pho chu & mo chu river in 1963 - Excursion to Punakha - It is approximately 90 kilometers and is nearly 03 hours from Thimphu - Punakha is the administrative center of Punakha dzongkhag, districts of Bhutan - Punakha was the capital of Bhutan - Wangdue Phodrang is a town and capital (dzongkhag thromde) of Wangdue Phodrang District in central Bhutan - Enroute Visit Dochu la Pass, Druk Wangyal Lhakhang, Punakha Dzong,- Reach  Punakha or Wangdue Phodrang - Reach Punakha - Visit to Punakha Dzong, built strategically at the junction of Pho Chhu and Mo Chhu rivers in 1637 - Evening free to stroll around the place - Overnight at the hotel in Punakha

Day- 05

Transfer to Paro - Early morning breakfast - Next visit Ta Dzong, once a watchtower, built to defend Rinpung Dzong during inter-valley wars of the 17th century - Next walk down a hillside trail to visit Rinpung Dzong - Built-in 1646 by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal - It is the office of the Dzongda (district administrative head) and Thrimpon (judge) of Paro district - Transfer to Paro passing by Tamchog Lhakhang Iron Bridge - It is approximately 135 kilometres and is nearly 04 hours from Punakha & Wangdue - The charming town of Paro lies on the banks of the Paro (or Pa) Chhu, just a short distance northwest of the imposing Paro Dzong - Paro is a historic town with many sacred sites and historical buildings scattered through the area - Paro remains one of the best Bhutanese towns to explore on foot and is worth an hour or two's stroll at the end of a day of sightseeing - Check in to hotel/resort or homestay at Paro - Evening free to stroll around the market or local pub - Overnight Stay at Paro

Day- 06

Paro local sightseeing - Early morning breakfast - Paro has many sites for tourist to roam around - The main street, only built-in 1985, is lined with colourfully painted wooden shop fronts and restaurants - Minimum three-night stay is worth in Paro - The main tourist attractions in Paro are Nya-Mey Zam or “the bridge with no fish” - Ta Dzong, “Ta” means to see/watch and “dzong” means fortress - Dungtse Lhankhang - Drukgyel Dzong or “fortress of the victorious Drukpas” -  Kyichu Lhakhang - Kila Gompa - Druk Choeding - Next Rinpung Dzong or “the fortress of the heap of jewels” & Simply Bhutan Museum - Then walk down the trail to visit Rinpung Dzong situated at commanding height, overlooking Paro valley - This Dzong is symbolic as the religious and secular center of all affairs of the valley - Late afternoon back to the hotel/resort or homestay - Evening free to stroll around the local market - Night stay in hotel/resort in Paro

Day- 07

Transfer to  Lataguri (Gorumara National Park) via Phuentsholling & Jaigaon - After Breakfast Check-Out from Hotel - Proceed for Paro International Airport Sightseeing - The Only International Airport of Bhutan in Paro - Nest drive to Phuentsholling have refreshment break - It is Approximately 175 kilometers and is nearly 05 - 05½ hours drive - Further drive to Lataguri - The distance is approximately 85 kilometers and is nearly 03 - 03½ hours - The drive is through the most beautiful and green belts of the region - Its rich tropical forests, innumerable hill streams cutting across the green carpet, undulating plains makes this a tourist hotspot - Gorumara National Park ensures a pleasant climate round the year so it isn’t a problem even if you’ve set your visit any time of the year - (The forest Safari closes on June 15 and reopens on September 15 each year hence Safari / Elephant ride not possible during the period) - Check into the resort - In the late evening campfire & tribal dance at the resort can be arranged (Optional) - Night halt at Resort at Lataguri , Gorumara Or Murti

Day- 08

Gorumara Forest Activities & Excursion to Bindu & Jhalong - At around 05 AM one can start for Forest Safari after booking the ticket from forest office with proper ID card - After the safari one has to come back to Hotel, Resort or homestay for Breakfast - Early morning Breakfast - Post breakfast its visit to Jhalong, Bindu in the lap of Himalaya - The area is known for its diversified flora and fauna - Jhalong is on the bank of the river Jaldhaka on the Indo-Bhutan border in the foothills of the Himalayas, on the way to Bindu - Major attraction are scenic beauty, birds and the Water body - Bindu is the last village of West Bengal before one enters Bhutan on the bank of  river Jaladhaka a natural physical boundary separating West Bengal and Bhutan - Thew place is also known for Ginger & cardamom plantations - Back to resort by 02 PM and have Lunch - Next to prepare for booking of Safari Tickets - Early evening (04 PM to 06 PM) Jungle safari subjected to availability of tickets – In the late evening one can stroll around the market area - Guest are advised not to stroll away from the crowd towards the forest - Back to resort - In the late evening campfire & tribal dance at the resort can be arranged (Optional) - Night Stay at Resort in Lataguri / Gorumara National Park / Murti i.e.Duars / Dooars

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Gorumara Forest Activities & Excursion to Samsing & Suntaleykhola - Morning around 05 AM one can enjoy the Jeep Safari which is held for Gorumara National Park [ID card is required for guests while tickets are being issued] - After Safari back to Hotel / resort or Homestay - Complete morning breakfast - Next one has to leave for Excursion to visit Samsing & Suntaleykhola in the lap of Himalaya - The area is known for its diversified flora and fauna - Samsing is a village at around 3000 feet known for its landscape, tea gardens and the forest. It is also a gateway to Neora Valley National Park - Aivel estate is a treat to watch & Suntaley Khola is named from a stream named Suntaley - One can spot exotic species of birds and butterflies - Visitors can cherish the natural natures beauty of this hamlet - Back to resort by 2 PM and have Lunch - Next to prepare for booking of Safari Tickets - Early evening (4 PM to 6 PM) Jungle safari subjected to availability of tickets - In the late evening one can stroll around the market area - Guest are advised not to stroll away from the crowd towards the forest - Back to resort  - Night Stay at Resort in Gorumara National Park, Lataguri or Murty

Day- 09

Departure transfer to Malbazar, Siliguri or Gangtok - Optional is Jeep Safari - Around 05 AM one can enjoy the Jeep Safari which is held for Gorumara National Park [ID card is required for guests while tickets are being issued] - After Safari back to Hotel / resort or Homestay - Early morning breakfast - Check-Out Time 10:30 AM - Next one has to drive to Malbazar, Siliguri Or Gangtok -  Pakyong Airport is approximately 130 kilometers and is nearly 04 - 05 hours drive - Malbazar is  to only 25 kilometers and is nearly 01 hour drive - Bagdogra is approximately 90 kilometers drive and is nearly 02½ - 03 hours via Sevoke Coronation Bridge / Sevoke Kali Mandir - New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP) is 80 kilometers via Gajoldoba & is nearly 02½ - 03 hours drive with a stop at Gajoldoba - One can stop will be provided at Coronation Bridge for photography and scenic beauty if time permits - One can also have some refreshment if time permits - Traffic will be more hence one has to start early -  Drop at Bagdogra Airport (IXB) / New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP) / New Mal Junction (NMZ) /Tenzing Norgay Bus Terminus (Junction) / Siliguri / Pakyong Airport (PYG) -  Forwarding Journey