Pick up from NJP/ Bagdogra & proceed to Lataguri. After reaching check in at resort & having lunch. Evening for leisure. Night stay.

Overnight at the hotel in Lataguri 
 Distance from NJP to Lataguri : 49 km 
 Travel time: 1 hour 20 minutes (approximately)

 

Early morning jungle safari at Gorumara national park. Back to hotel for breakfast. Half day sightseeing at Sultanekhola, Samsing, Rockey Island. Evening back to hotel. Night stay at Lataguri.

 

After breakfast, check out from hotel and drive to Phuentsholing on your days 3 in Bhutan 
 Went to Immigration office after obtaining permit proceeded to Thimpu.

 Phuentsholing (alt. 300m / 985 ft.) - The frontier town, it is a thriving commercial centre, situated directly at the base of Himalayan foothills. It is a fascinating place where different ethnic groups mingle prominently Indian, Bhutanese and Nepalese. Being the border town, Phuentsholing serves as the convenient entry/exit point for Bhutan and also the important link to visit the Indian state of West Bengal, Sikkim and Assam. later visit;

Arrive to Thimpu and check in to your hotels.

Overnight at the hotel in Thimphu. (Altitude 2,320m) 
 Distance from Phuentsholing to Thimphu : 165 km 
 Travel time: 4 hour 45 minutes (approximately)

 

 

Visit enchanting local sites as part of your Bhutan tour itinerary

Savor a delectable breakfast and gear up for local sightseeing in Thimphu.

Memorial Chorten: Also known as Thimphu Chorten, this stupa located on Doe Boom Lam is unlike most stupas in the world. The Memorial Chorten does not enshrine human remains but instead represents the mind of the Buddha. Teach your kids about the culture and tradition of Bhutan as you revel in these architectural marvels. 
 
 National Library: Your final stop for the day is the National Library and Archives of Bhutan. The library was established in 1967 and has been used to promote and preserve regional culture, ever since. Go through old sacred texts and know more about the rich history of Bhutan.

Tashichhoedzong - The seat of the government since 1952 and presently houses the throne room and offices of the king, the secretariat and the ministries of home affairs and finance

Buddha Point: The Buddha Dordenma statue in Thimphu at 51.5 metres is among the largest Buddha statues in the world. Located atop a hill in Kuensel Phodrang Nature Park, the statue is gilded in bronze and gold. Seek peace in this scenic haven and cherish the wonderful time with your kids.

Bhutan Textile Museum: Visit the textile museum located near the National Library as your second sightseeing spot for the day. Established in 2001, the museum sustains and promotes the art of weaving. One can also buy books and textiles from the museum shop. 
 Visit Folk Heritage Museum, Visit Bhutan Takin Zoo, Visit Changangkha. 
 Come back to the hotel for a peaceful night’s sleep. 
 Optional: Shopping (charges extra)

 

Get transferred to Punakha on Day 5 of your Bhutan tour itinerary

This morning drive to low lands of Punakha valley touching Dochula Pass 10,000 ft and on the way stop at Hongtsho village. Stop at the immigration check point to stamp in your permit. You will be driving through the first mountain pass in the western part of Bhutan. 
 
 You will find the 108 Druk Wangyal chortens on the top of the pass where the ridges are draped in colorful prayer flags greet you.

Stop at Lamperi and visit the Royal Botanical Park for 30 minutes. Proceed down towards Punakha. On the way stop and take a short walk through the villages to Chimmi Lhakhang - The divine madman also known, as Drukpa Kinley is a famous teacher with whom the phallic symbol is associated. Tales told by your guide would have excited you to visit Chimmi Lhakhang. Japanese and several American couples visited this temple and were blessed miraculously with children.

Afternoon visit majestic Punakha Dzong placed strategically at the junction of the Pho Chu and Mo Chu rivers, the dzong was built in 1637 by Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyal to serve as the religious and administrative seat of the region. It was here that the dual system of government was introduced in the 17th century and in 1907, enthroned the first King Gongsar Ugyen Wangchuk

Shop for souvenirs and come back to the hotel in Paro for a good night’s sleep.

Optional: Shopping (charges extra) 
 Distance from Thimphu to Punakha: 75 km 
 Travel time: 3 hour 15 minutes (approximately)

 

Get transferred to Paro on Day 6 of your Bhutan tour itinerary

After a piping hot breakfast, Paro en route visit Simtokha Dzong. This dzong, built in 1627 is the oldest in Bhutan. It now houses the Institute for Language and Culture Studies.

Afternoon in Paro, visit Ta Dzong, once a watchtower, built to defend Rinpung Dzong during inter-valley wars of the 17th century, Ta Dzong was inaugurated as Bhutan’s National Museum in 1968. 
 
 Afterwards, walk down a hillside trail to visit Rinpung Dzong. Built in 1646 by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal , the first spiritual and temporal ruler of Bhutan, the Dzong houses the monastic body of Paro, the office of the Dzongda (district administrative head) and Thrimpon (judge) of Paro district. The approach to the Dzong is through a traditional covered bridge called Nemi Zam

Return to your hotel for a comfortable overnight stay.

Optional: Shopping (charges extra) 
 Distance from Punakha to Paro: 125 km 
 Travel time: 4 hour 15 minutes (approximately)

 

After breakfast, driving excursion to Chelela pass.

Chele la (pass), at an elevation 3,988 meters is considered to be one of the highest motorable passes in Bhutan. About an hour's drive along a thickly-forested road, is this Pass-a botanical paradise. The pass provides stunning views of the sacred mountain Jomolhari and Jichu Drake.

 

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.

                                                                                                                                             

Along 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. (Altitude 2,280m)

 

Optional: Haa Valley; if you visit Haa Valley you have to pay 3000/- extra to the driver on the same day. Not included in the package

 

 

After Breakfast drive to Phuentsholing on Day 8 of your Bhutan tour itinerary 
 check in into hotel in phuentsholing and take rest. Go for shopping. If you get time visit Kharpandi temple (Founded in 1967 by Royal Grand Mother, Ashi Phuntsho Choedron and situated at the altitude of 400 m), and visit Phuentsholing market.

 
 Overnight at the hotel in Phuentsholing

Optional: Shopping (charges extra) 
 Distance from Paro to Phuentsholing : 160 km 
 Travel time: 4 hour 30 minutes (approximately)

After a hearty breakfast, check-out from the hotel and head to New Jalpaiguri Railway Station /Bagdogra Airport