Bhutan is a unique country both culturally and environmentally. Perched high in the Himalayas, it is a Buddhist kingdom. It has developed the philosophy of Gross National Happiness, whereby development is measured using a holistic approach of well-being, not just based on gross domestic product. It is still termed as a third world country with subsistence farming practiced in much of the country. In broad terms the land is fertile and the population small. In addition, the current generation receives free education, and all citizens have access to free, though rudimentary, medical care. The sale of tobacco products is banned and smoking in public areas is a fineable offense.
Dzongkhag dancers during a tshechu (religious festival) in Jakar. Major sources of income for the kingdom are tourism, hydroelectric power and agriculture.Culturally, Bhutan is predominantly Buddhist with Dzongkha as a national language (although there are regional variations – such as Sharchopkha, the predominant language in Eastern Bhutan), and a common dress code and architectural style. Bhutanese people primarily consist of the Ngalops and Sharchops, called the Western Bhutanese and Eastern Bhutanese, and Lhotshamphas (Southern Bhutanese), a people of Nepalese Gurkha origin, respectively. The Ngalops primarily consist of Bhutanese living in the western part of the country. Their culture is closely related to that of their neighbor to the north, Tibet.
In this quick pace road trip we are going to explore the best of Bhutan and it’s happiness!
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SILIGURI BHUTAN ROAD TRIP | 8N9D | JANUARY 2020 | FIXED DEPARTURE
January 26, 2020 - February 3, 2020
BHUTAN, a quaint little country nestled in the Himalayas, surrounded by India, Nepal, and China, is every travellers’ favourite destination. From a rich culture to a clean, green environment and the disciplined, generous people- everything about Bhutan is extremely fascinating!
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DAY BY DAY PLAN
Day By Day Plan
?DAY 1 | SILIGURI-PHUENTSHOLING | 123 – 293 MTS ASL | 156 KMS
Reach Siliguri as per your comfort
Start from Siliguri after Flag Off
Reach Phuentsholing via Hasimara and Jaigaon
Overnight stay in Phuentsholing after dinner
? DAY 2 | PHUENTSHOLING-THIMPU | 293 – 2334 MTS ASL | 148 KMS
Have lavish breakfast at the stay Start from Phuentsholing after getting entry permits Reach Thimpu via Rinchending, Kharbandi Gompa, Kamji, Gedu, Wang chu, Chimkothi and Chunzom Overnight stay in Thimpu after dinner? DAY 3 | THIMPU | 2334 MTS ASL | 50 KMS
Have lavish breakfast at the stay Explore Thimpu local tourism sites Overnight stay in Thimpu after dinner?DAY 4 | THIMPU-PUNAKHA | 2334 – 1242 MTS ASL | 216 KMS
Start after lavish breakfast at the stay Reach Punakha after visiting Phobjikha Valley Overnight stay in Punakha after dinner?DAY 5 | PUNAKHA – PARO | 1242 – 2200 MTS ASL | 130 KMS
Start after lavish breakfast at the stay Reach Paro, explore Paro local tourism sites Overnight stay in Paro after dinner?DAY 6 | PARO-TIGER’S NEST – PARO | 2200 – 3120 MTS ASL | 40 KMS
Have lavish breakfast at the stay Trek to Tiger’s Nest Monastery and get back to Paro Overnight stay in Paro after dinner?DAY 7 | PARO-HAA-CHUKHA | 2200 – 3056 – 4480 MTS ASL | 100 KMS
Start after lavish breakfast at the stay Reach Haa via Chelela, travel ahead to reach Chukha Overnight stay in Chukha after dinner?DAY 8 | CHUKHA – SILIGURI | 4480 – 123 MTS ASL | 240 KMS
Start after lavish breakfast at the stay Reach Siliguri via Phuentsholing and Hasimara Overnight stay in Siliguri after dinner?DAY 9 | RETURN/FORWARD JOURNEY
Have lavish breakfast at the stay Start your return journey. Our services end herePACKAGE COSTS & INCLUSIONS APPLICABLE FOR ALL GENDERS AND INDIAN, BANGLADESHI AND MALDIVES NATIONALS
'If you are not from above mentioned countries then contact us for package cost'
BEST PER PERSON PACKAGE COST
ONE PERSON ON ONE MOTORCYCLE
FOR THOSE WHO WANT TO TAKE THIS TRIP ON MOTORCYCLE ALONE
OWN MOTORCYCLE
₹ 26,000
HMRA MOTORCYCLE
₹ 40,000
BEST PER PERSON PACKAGE COST
TWO PERSONS ON ONE MOTORCYCLE
FOR THOSE WHO WANT TO TAKE THIS TRIP ON MOTORCYCLE WITH PILLION
OWN MOTORCYCLE
₹ 23,000
HMRA MOTORCYCLE
₹ 34,000
✔️INCLUSIONS
Twin sharing stay in premium Hotel/Resort/Swiss Tent/Guesthouse for the trip Unlimited Tea/Coffee, Breakfast and Veg Dinner at all night stay during the tripA vastly experienced English/Hindi speaking Road Captain cum manager for the tripA vastly experienced mechanic for the trip for puncture and other on road mechanical assistanceA 4X4 backup vehicle to carry extra luggage & emergencies for the trip along with crewA Royal Enfield Standard 500 motorcycle with mechanical guarantee from Siliguri to Siliguri for HMRA motorcycle packageAll fuel and oil for the trip for all motorcycle packages (30 kms/ltr or actual whichever is higher)A comfortable seat in SUV from Siliguri to Siliguri for HMRA four wheeler packageOxygen, basic medicines kit, first aid kitAll required entry and tourist permits/visaPreparation assistance, exclusive checklists, specific adventure consultant till the end of tripExclusive HMRA jersey and stickersEmergency assistancePhotography and videography of the trip by professional, trip completion certificate, memories for lifetimeGST/Taxes❌EXCLUSIONS
Anything not mentioned in the inclusions above
