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Black Necked-Crane festival /Fixed Departure

Duration : 6 Nights / 7 Days

Destination Covered : Thimphu, Paro, Punakha, Gangtey

Tour Activities : Adventure, Bird Watching, Forts and Palaces, Hiking, Entertaining Live Shows, Monuments & Historical Places, Museums, Sightseeing

Tour Themes : Culture & Heritage

USD 433

Per Person

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* Mentioned prices may vary depending upon date of travel, hotel availability, surge pricing and seasonal rush.

Thimphu, Paro and Punakha Tour Overview

DESTINATION: Gangtey (128km from Thimphu / 4hr drive)
DATE: November 11, 2023
TOUR: Fixed Departure

It is a day celebration, celebrated at the courtyard of Gangtey Gompa in Phobjikha valley, Wangdue Phodrang district. The festival is an occasion for the locals to rejoice and celebrate the arrival of the majestic bird, Black Necked Cranes. This festival is partly to create awareness, in protecting and preserving this endangered bird which has become inseparable and a part of people’s daily winter lives. The program is highlighted by the crane dance and other cultural shows performed by the students. The festival is also graced by people from locals, far and nearby districts and at large the enthusiastic visitors from around the globe. It is performed every year on 11th November co-in siding with the birth day of our fourth King Jigme Singye Wangchuck.

Thimphu, Paro and Punakha Tour Itinerary

Day 1

Arrival in Paro- Thimphu / ALT 2320M

Black Necked-Crane festival /Fixed Departure

Program & Highlight
• Entering the Gross National Happiness Country, Thimphu City, nestled in the broad Himalayas gives the tranquility and harmony with nature.
• Visit cultural events, monuments, textile, museums and handicrafts in Thimphu City.
Overnight in Thimphu

Day 2

Thimphu to Gangtey / Alt 2800M

Program & Highlight.
• Stopping for cup of coffee at Dochu la is worth seeing Bhutan with beautiful stupas built on foreground and the staggering views of Himalayas at a distance. Overnight in Gangtey.

Day 3

Gangtey, Crane festival / ALT 2800M

Highlight.
• Rejoice the celebration with locals and colorful dances.
Overnight in Gangtey

Day 4

Gangtey to Punakha / ALT 1200 / 4 hrs drive

Highlight:
• Visit the newly renovated Wangdue Dzong on the way.
• Magnificent Punakha Dzong adorned with Pho Chu and Mo Chu rivers.
• Chimi Lhakhang and discover the magic of the Devine mad man, Lama Drukpa Kuenlay.
• And many more.
Overnight in Punakha

Day 5

Punakha to Paro / ALT 2200M

Highlight.
• Paro valley, the home to Buddhist monasteries and mysteries.
• Dzongs and Museums
• Medicinal Hot stone baths
• Many more.
Overnight in Paro

Day 6

Paro, Hike to Taktsang. / ALT 3120M

Highlight.
• Taking a hike to Taktsang monastery is the most rewarding. It is solely because of its unique location of the monastery that is unbelievably perched on the sheer cliff, with a height of 900m above the ground level. It is wonder to be there.
Overnight in Paro

Day 7

Departure from Paro:

You will drive to Paro International airport and bid farewell by our representatives

More Details about Thimphu, Paro and Punakha Tour

Inclusions

MAP (Room + Breakfast + Lunch/Dinner)
Hotel
Sightseeing
Transfers
Pickup-Drop
Private Cab
Private Guide
Welcome Drink
Accommodation
Mineral Water
Visa Services
Non Veg Meals
Veg Meals
Veg & Non Veg Meals
Government Royalty SDF and Tax

Exclusions

1. Fight to and from Bhutan
2. Alcoholic beverage
3. Travel Insurance.
4. Entry fee to Parks & Monuments.
5. 4 & 5 Star Accommodation (Extra charge will apply)
6. Personal expenses
7. Tips for guide & driver.
8. Domestic flight ( Available on request)

Payments Terms

* 20% Advance Percentage of total booking amount
* Airfare/Transport fare to be paid full at one time in advance.

Price & Rates

No of pax	Age Limit	Price per pax (Rs)
No of pax Adult	Age Limit Above 12 years	Price per pax (Rs) $ 433 / Adult ( With Tax )

Accommodation

City	Hotel Name	Star Rating
City Thimphu	Hotel Name Bhutan Boutique Residency	Star Rating 3
City Gangtey	Hotel Name Hotel Yue Loki / Home Stay	Star Rating 3
City Punakha	Hotel Name Hotel Kingaling / Punakha Residency	Star Rating 3
City Paro	Hotel Name Hotel Ratna Vara	Star Rating 3

DISCOUNTS.

• INDIVISUAL DISCOUNT: 50% on minimum daily package shall be given to one person in a group of 11 people. 100% discount shall be given to one member in a group exceeding 16 persons.
• GROUP DISCOUNT: More people, More discount in PACKAGES.
• Balance payment: The remaining payment or 100% payment must be made one week prior to the arrival date or can be done on the arrival day in Bhutan.

Cancellation & Refund Policy

* Upon cancellation, refund will be made after deducting the Retention Amount.
* Retention Amount varies as per the number of days left before your package start date.
* Refund will be made within 15 working days from the date of receipt of the cancellation.

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