Tour Overview
Experience the combination of India and Bhutan, your trip staring form Bagdogra continue to the Darjeeling, Tiger Hill, Buddhist monasteries & colorful markets. then proceed for Capital of Sikkim, Buddhist monasteries, Tibetan sites & flower orchards in Gangtok. Next we will take you to the Thimpu, Punakha and Paro amazing land of Bhutan. ...more ...less
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrival At Bagdogra - Darjeeling (65 Kms / 2:30 Hrs)
Location: Darjeeling
Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe
On the day of arrival at Bagdogra airport, our Holidays At representative will meet you and later drive to Darjeeling. Upon arrival at Darjeeling check in your hotel for night stay. Relax at hotel or day free to leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 2 : At Darjeeling
Location: Darjeeling
Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today early morning visit to Tiger Hills (8364 ft / 2550 Mts at around 04 Am) to view fetching sunrise over Kanchenjunga Peak (subject to clear weather) later drive back to hotel an-route visit to Ghoom Monastery, Batasia Loop. After breakfast at hotel, later proceed for full day guided tour to Darjeeling, visit Japanese Temple, Peace pagoda, Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park & Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (Closed on Thursday), Tenzing & Gombu Rock, Tibetan refugee self help Center (Closed on Sunday) & Tea Estate. Relax at hotel or day free to leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 3 : Darjeeling - Kalimpong (49 Kms / 2 Hrs)
Location: Kalimpong
Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out from hotel and drive to Kalimpong. Upon arrival at Kalimpong check in your hotel for night stay. Later proceed for half guided tour to Kalimpong, visit Kalimpong Durpin Dara (view point), Zong Dog Palri Fo-Brong Monastery, Flower & Orchid Nurseries, Dello Hill. Relax at hotel or day free to leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 4 : Kalimpong - Gangtok (74 Kms / 3 Hrs)
Location: Gangtok
Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out from hotel and drive to Gangtok, via en-route enjoy river rafting (at your own cost). Upon arrival at Gangtok check in your hotel for night stay. Evening visit to Lal bazzar and local shops.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 5 : At Gangtok
Location: Gangtok
Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for full day guided tour to Gangtok, visit Hanuman Talk, Ganesh Talk & Tashi View Point, later drive for rest of the points, that is the seven points - Rumtek Monastery or Jhakri Water Falls, Directorate of Handicrafts and Handlooms (Closed on Sunday), Cable Car (Own Ticket), Research Institute of Tibetology (Closed on Sunday), Do-Dul-Chorten (Stupar), Botanical Garden & flower show. Relax at hotel or day free to leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 6 : Gangtok - Phuentsholing (223 Kms / 5:30 Hrs)
Location: Phuentsholing
Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out from hotel and drive to Phuentsholing (Bhutan Border). Upon arrival at Phuentsholing check in your hotel for night stay. Relax at hotel or day free to leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 7 : Phuentsholing - Thimphu (176 Kms / 4:30 Hrs)
Location: Thimphu
Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out from hotel and drive to Thimphu. Upon arrival at Thimphu check in your hotel for night stay. Later take gradual walks to the nearby streets. Visit local markets, enjoy street food, and communicate with local people, etc.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 8 : At Thimphu
Location: Thimphu
Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for full day guided tour to Thimphu, visit Tashichhodzong, BBS Tower, Government Run Handicraft Emporium, National Memorial Chorten, Buddha View Point, Folk heritage, national textile museums, National Institute of Traditional Medicine (out side view) and Zoo. Relax at hotel or day free to leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 9 : Thimphu - Punakha (75 Kms / 2:30 Hrs)
Location: Punakha
Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out from hotel and drive to Punakha, via en-route visit to Dochula Pass (3,050 Mts) that heralds the most enchanting views of Bhutan. Upon arrival at Punakha check in your hotel for night stay.
Later proceed for half day guided tour to Punakha, visit Dzong, was strategically built at the confluence of the Pho Chu (male) and Mo Chu (female) rivers by the first Shabdrung of Bhutan, Ngawang Namgyel in 1637. Relax at hotel or day free to leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 10 : Punakha - Wangdue Phodrang - Paro (130 Kms / 4:30 Hrs)
Location: Wangdue Phodrang, Paro
Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today morning after at hotel, later check from hotel and drive to Paro, via en-route visit to Wangdue Phodrang visit Wangdue Dzong and the local market.
Later continue drive to Paro visit the scenic Dochula Pass and Simtokha Dzong. Upon arrival at Paro check in your hotel for night stay.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 11 : At Paro
Location: Paro
Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for full day guided tour to Paro, visit the National Museum (Ta Dzong) followed by a leisurely walk to visit Rinpung Dzong.
Later afternoon, visit the Drukgyel Dzong, the ruined fortress where Bhutanese deterred several invasions by Tibetan armies also visit the traditional farm house for a meeting with local people. Evening, pay a visit to the Kyichu Lhakhang, one of the oldest and most sacred shrines in Bhutan.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 12 : Departure from Paro
Location: Paro
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out from hotel and transfer to Paro airport to board the flight to your home.
What's Included
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11 Nights accommodation based on double / twin sharing basis
11 Overnight at Hotel
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Assistance during arrival and departure by Holidays At
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All transfers including airport transfers by an AC vehicle
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Local English speaking guide at Darjeeling, Kalimpong, Gangtok, Phuentsholing, Thimphu, Punakha and Paro
Other languages guides are available on additional charges.
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Enjoy a Toy train ride at Darjeeling
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Enjoy a day trip to Tsomgo Lake
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One mineral water bottle per person per day
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All currently applicable taxes including GST
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Meals
11 Breakfast at Hotel
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Accommodation Type.
3 Star Accommodation.
What's Not Included
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Visas Fee (if applicable)
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Monument entry fees
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Tips (always optional, but some guidance will be given in the pre-departure information pack you’ll receive after booking)
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Beverages other than drinking water & any costs of a personal nature
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International/Internal flights to/from the start/finish of the trip
Check out our Q&As
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Yes
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Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?
Yes
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What is the maximum group size?
10
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Do I need to purchase travel insurance before travelling?
Absolutely. Every traveler is required to purchase travel insurance before the start of their tour. Due to the varying nature, availability and cost of health care around the world, travel insurance is very much an essential and necessary part of every journey.
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What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?
3 Star
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
Yes
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What currencies are required for this tour?
INR is local currency.
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
Yes
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What is the tipping policy?
Tips always optional.
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Is the tour coach air conditioned?
Yes
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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Is there a supplement for solo travellers?
Yes
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What happens if a group doesn’t make its minimum required number of passengers?
100% departure if there is single traveler.
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Do you require a visa for this holiday?
Only for foreign national travelers.
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Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?
Yes
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Company Instant Book
Yes
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Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?
Yes
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
Yes
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What is the fitness level required to do this tour?
Healthy
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
Please speak to our sales team as soon as possible to see how we can help.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
Yes, although you will have to make your own way to where the group is heading to out of your own expense.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
HOLIDAYSAT has been trading since 2008.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
You will receive all the booking pack with all the pick up times.
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Free Date Changes
Holidays At allows you to make 2 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 60 days before the start of the tour.
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Transfer as credit to Future Tours
Holidays At allows you to transfer existing payments to a future tour to avoid cancellation fees if you can't travel and inform holidays at, 60 days before departure.
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Low Deposit
Holidays At requires a minimum deposit of 25% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 60 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of holidays at charges.
Up to 80 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 40 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
Himalayan Odyssey Tour
12 Days Starting in Bagdogra and ending in Paro
Visiting: Darjeeling, Kalimpong, Gangtok, Phuentsholing, Thimphu, Punakha, Wangdue Phodrang, Paro
Tour operator:
Tour code:
12HOT
Recommended For:
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 10
Age range:
1-90
Special diets catered:
Meat, Jain, Halal, Vegetarians, Vegans, Kosher
Tour operated in:
English , French , German , SpanishTrip Styles:
Adventure Tours, Budget, Small Group, Walking Hiking and Trekking
