BhutanThe Land of Gross National Happiness

BhutanThe Land of Gross National Happiness

• Bhutan is still regarded as one of the last "Shangri-La" in the Himalayan region owing to its remoteness, spectacular mountain terrain, and varied flora and fauna.

• Stepping into Bhutan is like stepping back in time into a mysterious, extremely beautiful and completely unspoilt destination.

• The ‘Land of Thunder Dragon’ as Bhutan is also referred to, ranges from the quaint farming villages to magical forests and mountains.

• Buddhism is the main religion of Bhutan and Buddhists compromise majority of the population.

• You witness unique ancient Buddhist monasteries as pastures to the resilient timeless images history.

• The architecture of Bhutan characterizes style and color in every building and house in this kingdom that makes it a distinct source of an aesthetic pleasure to reckon with.

BhutanThe Land of Gross National Happiness

Necessary Information

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Climate & Dressing

Weather in Bhutan depends upon the altitude. In the northern parts of the country where mountains rise up to 7,000m, weather conditions are similar to arctic. Southwards, closer to India, the weather is hot and humid in the summer and cool in winter.

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Necessary Information

Language

The official language of Bhutan is Dzongkha, while English is widely spoken.

Visiting Bhutan | VISA

Tourist visas are required and must be obtained prior to arriving in the country. A visa fee of US$40 will be charged at time of booking.

Currency

Bhutanese currency is Ngultrum (Nu.) and is officially pegged to the Indian Rupee. Also Indian Rupee is acceptable all over Bhutan except Rs 500 and Rs 1000 currency notes.

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Touristic Season

Airline Partners

Drukair Bhutan Airlines

Bangkok, Delhi, Kathmandu, Kolkata, ParoBagdogra, Bangkok, Paro, Kolkata, Dhaka, Delhi, Kathmandu, Gaya, Guwahati, Singapore, Mumbai

The flight to Paro is one of the most spectacular in entire Himalayas. The journey offers fascinating views and an exciting descent into the Kingdom.

Touristic Destinations

1. Paro

2. Thimphu

3. Punakha

4. Gangtey

5. Trongsa

6. Bumthang

Paro

Tigers Nest

Rinpung Dzong

Ta Dzong

Ruins of Drukgyel Dzong

Kyichu Lhakhang

Sightseeing Options

Thimphu

Simtokha Dzong

Changangkha Lhakhang

Takin Preserve

Buddha Point

National Library

Zorig Chusum

Textile & Folk Heritage Museum

Kings Memorial Chorten

Trashichhoe Dzong

Sightseeing Options

Punakha

Chimi Lhakhang

Punakha Dzong

Sightseeing Options

Gangtey

Gangtey Gompa

Phobjikha Valley

Black Necked Crain Information Centre

Sightseeing Options

Trongsa

Chendbji Chorten

Trongsa Dzong

Ta Dzong

Sightseeing Options

Bumthang

Chumey Valley

Kurje Lhakhang

Tamshing Lhakhang

Jhakar Dzong

Lhodrak Kharchhu Monastery

Sightseeing Options

Major Festivals

1. Paro Tsechu, Paro

31 March ~ 03 April 2015

2. Thimphu Tsechu, Thimphu

23 Sept ~ 25 Sept 2015

3. Jambay Lakhang Drup, Bumthang

27 Oct ~ 31 Oct 2015

4. Punakha Tsechu, Punakha

28 Feb ~ 02 Mar 2015

5. Black Necked Crane Festival, Gangtey

11 November 2015

Preferred Hotels

Paro Thimphu Punakha Gangtey Bumthang

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1 Aman Kora Luxury 1 Aman Kora Luxury 1 Aman Kora Luxury 1 Aman Kora Luxury 1 Aman Kora Luxury

2 Uma by COMO 5 Star 2 Taj Tashi 5 Star 2 Uma by COMO 5 Star 2 Gangtey Gompa Lodge 5 Star 2 Yugharling 3 Star

3 Zhiwa Ling 5 Star 3 Hotel Druk 4 Star Deluxe 3 Dhensa 4 Star Deluxe 3 Dewachen 3 Star 3 Wangdichholing 3 Star

4 Naksel 4 Star Deluxe 4 Hotel Kisa 3 Star 7 Kunzang Zhing Resort 4 Star Deluxe 4 Gakiling 3 Star 4 Mountain Lodge 3 Star

5 Trashi Namgay 3 Star 5 Pedling 3 Star 5 Damchen Resort 3 Star 5 Jakar View 3 Star

6 Revens Nest 3 Star 6 Dorji Elements 3 Star 6 Meri Puensum 3 Star

7 Kyichu Resort 3 Star 7 Drupchu Hotel 3 Star

8 Hotel Drukchen 3 Star

• In depth knowledge of the sights

• Have licences issued by the government

• Outstanding linguistic skills

• Understandable & punctual

• Friendliness is imbibed in their character

• Curious to meet new people

• Our guides are calm, composed & confident

Travel guides

Strengths

• Team of over 10 travel professionals all set to delight you all @ 24 x 7.

• Quality Control and Product Development team.

• We have preferential tariff and allocation across major hotels in India.

• Tailored services to gratify your desires.

• Our excellent associations with government bodies & hospitality partners across Bhutan offer you noteworthy experience.

• Our office is centrally located in Capital City of Thimphu.

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