Blissful Getaway - Bhutan with Phobjika Valley Group Tour 2026
| Departure Dates | |
|---|---|
| September | 06 Sep – 13 Sep |
| September | 19 Sep – 26 Sep |
| October | 02 Oct – 09 Oct |
| October | 24 Oct – 31 Oct |
| November | 04 Nov – 11 Nov |
| November | 13 Nov – 20 Nov |
| December | 05 Dec – 12 Dec |
| December | 24 Dec – 31 Dec |
Highlights
Bhutan – A peaceful Himalayan kingdom known for breathtaking landscapes, rich Buddhist heritage, and its unique philosophy of Gross National Happiness.
Phuentsholing in Bhutan is famous for its vibrant culture, bustling markets, gateway status between Bhutan and India, and scenic natural surroundings.
Thimphu is renowned for its cultural sites, scenic beauty, & unique local markets, offering visitors an unforgettable experience.
Paro, a picturesque valley in Bhutan, is known for its stunning landscapes, rich cultural heritage & the iconic Taktsang Monastery perched on a cliff.
- Chuzom Confluence (meeting point of Paro & Thimphu Rivers)
- Gedu Town & scenic roadside waterfalls
- Tashichho Dzong (outer view)
- Clock Tower Square & local shopping
- Simply Bhutan – Living Museum
- Buddha Dordenma (Buddha Point)
- Handicrafts Market
- Dochula Pass with 108 Chortens & Himalayan views
- Punakha Dzong – Bhutan’s most beautiful fortress
- Punakha Suspension Bridge
- Dochula Pass scenic drive
- Optional River Rafting experience
- Winter home of the Black-Necked Cranes
- Black-Necked Crane Information Centre
- Gangtey Monastery (Gangtey Goempa)
- Tiger’s Nest Monastery (Taktsang) Trek
- Paro Airport View Point
- National Museum (Ta Dzong)
- Rinpung Dzong
- Nyamai Zam Traditional Wooden Bridge
- Paro Local Market
- Optional Chele La Pass Excursion
- Optional Namgay Artisanal Brewery (Beer Tasting)
Itinerary
* Arrive at Bagdogra airport; met by chauffeur and transferred to Phuentsholing; evening at leisure
* Overnight stay at Phuentsholing
* Meals: Dinner
* Transport: Bus
* Breakfast, transfer to Thimphu; check into hotel
* Enroute: Gedu Town & roadside waterfalls; stopover at Chuzom (meeting point of Pachu/Paro and Wangchu/Thimphu rivers, with four types of stupas built in the 1960s)
* Evening: Tashichho Dzong (outer view; entry fee 500/- per person to enter inside)
* Optional walk to Clock Tower Square for shopping
* Overnight stay at Thimphu
* Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
* Transport: Bus
* Simply Bhutan – A Living Museum (entry fee 1000/- per person)
* Kuensel Phodrang – Buddha Point (entry fee 500/- per person)
* Handicrafts Market
* Drive to Punakha via Dochula; en-route Dochula Pass (360-degree Himalayan panorama, 108 chortens)
* Overnight stay at Punakha
* Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
* Transport: Bus
* Drive to Phobjikha valley — winter home of the Black-Necked Crane (observable early November to end of March)
* Black neck crane conservation centre, Phobjikha (entry fee 400/- per person)
* Gangtey Goempa monastery in Phobjikha (entry fee 500/- per person)
* Overnight stay at Punakha
* Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
* Transport: Bus
* Punakha Dzong ("palace of great happiness", at the confluence of Pho Chhu and Mo Chhu rivers)
* Punakha Suspension Bridge
* Optional river rafting (approx. INR 10,000–12,000 per boat, capacity 6 pax per boat)
* Drive to Paro via the Wang Chhu and Paro Chhu river valleys; optional Paro Market visit
* Overnight stay at Paro
* Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
* Transport: Bus
* Tiger nest hiking (entry fee 1000/- per person): Taktsang Monastery, a World Heritage site — 3-hour hike up, 2-hour descent; ponies available for hire
* Note: guests may substitute Chelela Pass instead, at additional vehicle cost (SUV 3000/-, Ertiga 4000/-, Hiace 5000/-, Coaster 6500/- per vehicle)
* Overnight stay at Paro
* Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
* Transport: Bus
* Paro Airport View — one of the world's most stunning airports
* Ta Dzong / National Museum (entry fee 500/- per person)
* Rinpung Dzong ("fortress of the heap of jewels")
* Nyamai Zam Footbridge; optional photo session in Bhutanese traditional attire at additional cost
* Optional Namgay Artisanal Brewery visit (entry fee INR 500/- per person) for beer tasting
* Transfer to Phuentsholing; check-in and evening at leisure
* Overnight stay at Phuentsholing
* Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
* Transport: Bus
* Transfer to the airport for onward flight
* Meals: Breakfast
* Transport: Bus
Tour Details
Accommodation
| City | Nights | Star | Hotel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phuentsholing | 1 | 4 | Ga Me Ga / Lotus Villa or Similar |
| Thimphu | 1 | 4 | Pelyang Boutique / Tashi Yoedling or similar |
| Punakha | 2 | 3 | Hotel Vara / Hotel Pema Karpo / Punatsangchhu Cottage or similar |
| Paro | 2 | 4 | Udumwara Resort / Paro Grand Resort / Rema Resort or similar |
| Phuentsholing | 1 | 4 | Ga Me Ga / Lotus Villa or Similar |
Flight
Vehicle for the Journey: Toyota Coaster Bus (1 vehicle) — Phuentsholing Hotel to Phuentsholing Hotel, time TBA
Tempo Traveller (1 vehicle) — Bagdogra Airport to Bagdogra Airport, time TBA
Inclusions
- Traditional Khadar welcome
- Accommodation on Double/Triple/Single sharing basis as per the mentioned hotel
- Meals as specified above at the hotels (07 Breakfasts + 07 Dinners)
- Mineral water — 1 bottle of 500ml during sightseeing (for 07 days)
- All transfers & sightseeing (Phuentsholing to Phuentsholing) as per itinerary by Non-AC Private vehicle
- All transfers (IXB/NJP to Phuentsholing + Phuentsholing to IXB/NJP) as per itinerary by AC Private vehicle
- English-speaking guides (02) for the Bhutan tour as per new Govt rules (1 guide can accommodate a maximum of 12 pax group)
- All parking fees included for mentioned sightseeing points
- SDF Charges of INR 1,200 per person per night for Adults & INR 600 per person per night for Children
- Visa on Arrival
- GST
- Thimphu: Chuzom Confluence; Tashichho Dzong (outer view); Simply Bhutan Living Museum; Buddha Dordenma; Handicrafts Market
- Punakha: Punakha Dzong; Punakha Suspension Bridge; Dochula Pass
- Phobjikha Valley: Black-Necked Crane Conservation Centre; Gangtey Goempa Monastery
- Paro: Taktsang (Tiger’s Nest) hike; Paro Airport View; Ta Dzong/National Museum; Rinpung Dzong; Nyamai Zam Footbridge
Exclusions
- 2% TCS (this can be claimed as a rebate against PAN Card)
- International flights
- Monument entrances, camera charges, etc.
- Travel insurance
- Anything not part of the tour plan
- Driver and guide tips
- Lunches
- Expenses of personal nature — laundry, telephone calls, mini-bar bills, etc.
- Convention/conference/peak season surcharge, if any
- Early check-in / late check-out is subject to availability upon arrival and solely depends on hotel discretion
- Bedding is subject to availability at the time of check-in; requests can only be passed on as remarks to the hotel
- No honeymoon freebies provided unless confirmed by the hotel in writing
Policy
| Payment Dates | Payment Percentage |
|---|---|
| At the time of booking (Booking Amount) | Rs 20000/ pp |
| 45 Days prior to the Departure Date | 50% of the full land tour cost (non-refundable and non-transferable) |
| 30 Days prior to the Departure Date | 100% of the Full land Tour Cost (non-refundable and non-transferable) |
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Deposit % / Balance Timing | Not explicitly specified in source document |
| Account Name | Northern Wheatear Holidays |
| Account Number | 201003123271 |
| Branch Name | Hiranandani Gardens |
| Bank | IndusInd Bank |
| IFSC | INDB0000497 |
| Account Type | Current |
| Timing Before Travel | Cancellation Charge |
|---|---|
| Date of booking to 30 days before travel | 25% of tour cost |
| 30 to 15 days before travel | 50% of tour cost |
| 15 to 7 days before travel | 75% of tour cost |
| 0 to 7 days before travel | 100% of tour cost — No refund shall be given |
Additional Cancellation Notes
* Cancellation policy is subject to change; it depends on the hotel policy
* In peak season (long weekends, festival season, summer vacation, etc.) most hotels charge 100% cancellation
* Tour cost does not include International or Domestic Flight expenses
* Airline Cancellation Policy: Flights are non-refundable — no refund for flights in the event of cancellation
