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 Bangkok Bhutan Sikkim &
Darjeeling
15
Days tour
 Starting in Bangkok explore the radiantly gilded temples and
visit Grand palace, Wat Phara Dhat on Doi Suthep, which majestically overlooks
the city. Travel to Bhutan, best known to the world today as the last
Shangri-La. The Bhutanese people protected this sacred heritage and unique
identity for centuries, by choosing to remain shrouded deep in a jealously
guarded isolation. The rich Himalayan flora and fauna, dazzling white peaks,
and lush valleys provide Bhutan stunning beauty and aesthetic grandeur. Its
terrain ranges from tropical southern foothills near the sea level to heights
of over 24,000 ft. You'll encounter the full glory of an ancient land through
its strategic monastic fortresses known as Dzongs, numerous ancient temples and
monasteries which dot the countryside. Then we travel to Sikkim the other less
travelled Himalayan paradise and Darjeeling, which was discovered by British
residents during the days of Raj to cool off from the punishing heat of the
plains. Darjeeling offers spectacular vistas and tea plantations famous for the
world over.
Day 1
USA/BANGKOK:
 Welcome aboard your flight to Bangkok. Enjoy onboard
hospitality.
Day 2 BANGKOK:
Welcome
to Bangkok. Airport meet and transfer to Amari Hotel.
DAY 3 BANGKOK:
Breakfast
at the hotel. Visit to the Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, observe the farmers
in their flat bottomed boats market their produce, visit the magnificent tom
pies along the waterways.
DAY 4 BANGKOK:
American breakfast at the
hotel, enjoy a tour of the Grand Palace and Emerald Buddha. The Grand Palace is
one of the most beautiful samples of an ancient Siamese court and the former
residence of the Kings of Bangkok. Here you will see palaces which were used
for different occasions: the Funeral Palace, the Reception Palace, the Throne
Hall, the Coronation Hall, the Royal Guest House, and the beautiful Emerald
Buddha Temple
Day 5
BANGKOK/PARO/THIMPU:
Flight to Paro Bhutan, our starting point of Bhutan Travel. As
we drive spectacular waterfalls and mountain peaks rise higher and higher on
our way to Thimpu. The modern capital of Bhutan, built on lands dominated by
the 400 yr. old Tashicko Dzong, Taktsang Monastery. It is also known as Tiger's
Nest at 9000ft. At the edge of a precipice. Sightseeing of Thimphu valley:
Memorial Chorten, Textile Museum, Folk Heritage Museum, Handmade Paper Factory
and Handicrafts Emporium. Overnight Thimphu hotel.
Day 6 THIMPU/
PUNAKHA:
After
breakfast, attend the great Thimphu festival, "Tsechu", in the
courtyard of Tashichhodzong, the fortress palace that houses the central
monastic body and the government. After lunch proceed for Punakha across Dochu
La pass (3,050 m) with stunning scenery of the Himalayan ranges. Overnight
Punakha.
Day 7 PUNAKHA - WANGDUE -
GANGTEY / PHOBJIKA:
After breakfast, visit Punakha Dzong and
Wangdue Phodrang
 Dzong. After lunch proceed for Gangtey. Evening free or explore the
valley of Phobjikha. Overnight Gantey.
Day 8 THIMPU - PARO :
Morning visit the weekend farmers' market before proceeding for
Paro, enroute visit Simtokha Dzong, excursion to visit the Taktsang Monastery
also known as Tiger's Nest at 9,000 ft. at the edge of a precipice and can be
reached by horse. After lunch visit Kyichu Lhakhang, Ta-Dzong (National
Museum), Rinpung Dzong and Paro's market. Overnight in Paro.
DAY 9 PARO/KOLKATTA
After
breakfast transfer to the airport for your flight to Kolkatta, arrive and
transfer to Hotel Grand/Hyatt. Afternoon visit Victoria Memorial planned by
Lord Curzon and opened by
 the Prince of Wales in 1921,
dedicated to Queen Victoria. Raj Bhavan Built in 1803, modeled on Lord Curzon's
home. Located on Chowringhee Road is the Indian Museum built in 1877 in Italian
style of architecture. The Howrah Bridge and the Vidyasagar Setu frame the
skyline of the riverfront.
DAY 10 KOLKATTA-BAGDOGRA-DARJEELING:Arrive
Bagdogra Airport, meet at the airport and transfer to Hotel in Darjeeling. Time
to acclimatize and take in the breath-taking himalayan
views.
Day 11 DARJEELING::
Early morning excursion to
Tiger hill, on the way back visit Ghoom Monastery. Return to hotel for
Breakfast. After Breakfast visit Tibetan Refugee Center, Himalayan
Mountaineering Institute & the zoo. Late Afternoon visit Tea Garden within
20 Km radius. 
Day 12 DARJEELING-GANTOK(Sikkim):
After
breakfast, drive to Gangtok. Arrive and check in at hotel. Late afternoon visit
Enchey Monastery & Cottage Industry
Day 13 GANTOK:
After breakfast visit Tashi
view Point. Afternoon excursion to Rumtek Monastery, Tibetology and Do Drul
Chorten.
Day 14 GANTOK-BAGDOGRA/KOLKATTA:
After breakfast drive to
Bagdogra airport and fly to Kolkatta, arrive and transfer to check in for
homeward flight.
Day 15
KOLKATTA/USA:
Departure for USA and
arrive home sameday.
Departure Dates:
2012: Apr 11, 25 May 16, 30 Jun 13, 27 Jul 11, 25
Aug 8, 29, Sep 12, 26 Oct 10, 24 Nov 7 |
Tour Cost:
$6381.00** per person
twin Sharing
Single supplement
$2774.00
Taxes
and Fees extra**
High
Season air surcharge:
$550.00
Jun 1- Aug 31, Dec 1-31 |
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TOUR COST
INCLUDES:
+ Round
trip coach airfare from New York/Los Angeles
+ All airfares between
Ban gkokBhutan and Sikkim
+ Hotels with all meals
in Bhutan, Sikkim and Darjeeling
+ Bangkok and Kolkatta
breakfast only
+ Transfers to and from
airports to hotels
+ Baggage handling,
sightseeing tours
+ English speaking guide,
cultural events
+ All entrance fees for
monuments and museums
+ Services of our tour
managers. |
You can add
KASHMIR
Extension 
Optional but recommended Kashmir tour
combines novelty accommodations on houseboat, where the accomodations are basic
and pristine lakes combined make it a great adventure to experience. Your
sightseeing tours will include journey to Himalayan resort of Pahalgam, cruise
by Gondolas in Srinagar lakes and magnificent historical Mogul
Gardens.
Day 1
DELHI/SRINAGAR: Mogul Gardens:
Airport meet and transfer to houseboat.
After a traditional welcome tea and biscuits, this afternoon you will
visit enchanted Mogul gardens of Nishat
 'garden of bliss' situated on the banks of the Dal Lake,
 with the Zabarwan Mountains as its backdrop, commands a
magnificent view of the lake and the snow capped Pir Panjal mountain range
which stands far away to the west of the valley was built by Mogul Emperor
Jahangir, who was the father of the builder of Taj Mahal and Shalimar “
the garden of pleasure built by Emperor Jehangir for his wife Nur Jehan, is
a beautiful garden with sweeping vistas, lakes, and shallow terraces. The
garden has four terraces, rising one above the other. A canal lined with
polished
 marble and supplied with water from Harwan runs through the middle
of the garden. The fourth terrace, by far the best, was once reserved for royal
ladies. Dinner at your houseboat.
Day 2
PAHALGAM:
After breakfast, we'll
depart for a full day tour of Pahalagam, an other premier mountain resort in
Kashmir, with its pointed peaks and green pastures. En-route stops will include
a visit to 11th. Century Temple and Palace of ancient capital of Kashmir at
AWANTI PURA, MATAN a temple town with ponds of holly fish
 which are fed by visitors and worshipers. These holy
fish are not for consumption. As you approach Pahalgam, you are greeted by lush
valleys and rolling meadows cascading streams offering panoramic views.
Pahalgam is a base for variousHimalayan trekking routes for beginners and for
experienced trekkers to many Trans-Himalayan expeditions. Within a close
proximity by horseback ride or walking are the meadow of Baisaran, surrounded
by thickly wooded forests of pine. Hajan, on the way to Chandanwari, is an idyllic spot for a picnic.
This evening Return to your cozy houseboat.
Day 3 Srinagar lakes and
City Tour:
Today you will board small boats which
resemble Italian
 Gondolas with canopies and spring seats to cruise through Dal and
Nagin Lakes. Float through a network of canals to the holy shrine of Hazratbal
and visit floating gardens and small villages along the route.
Day 4
SRINAGAR/DELHI:
Breakfast at
your houseboat. Fly to Delhi/, arrival transfer to
hotel. Time free for last minute shopping
etc.
Tour
Cost:
$796 Per person sharing
Single Supplement $396.00
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Tour cost
includes:
Airfares from Delhi, houseboat accomodations, daily
breakfast and dinner, all transfers, sightseeing tours and local English guide
escort. |
Add-on
Airfares with economy coach class flights
We have add-on fare from your home city to add to above tour
cost. Please call (212) 564-5164 Mon-Fri 9.30AM-6.00 PM. ET, if you have
questions. |
