Trans Himalayan Self Drive Expedition - Bhutan | www.bookmyevent.com

Trans Himalayan Self Drive Expedition - Bhutan | www.bookmyevent.com

14 Days . 4500 Kms.

New Delhi - Bhutan - New Delhi

Departure New Delhi - 08th December 2017 

Arrival New Delhi - 21st December 2017

What is the itinerary :

08th Dec : Day 1 : New Delhi - Lucknow : 550 Kms / 10 Hrs : Over Night at Lucknow (Luxury Star Hotel)

09th Dec : Day 2 : Lucknow - Forbesganj : 750 Kms / 12 Hrs : Over Night at Forbesganj (Star Hotel)

10th Dec : Day 3 : Forbesganj - Siliguri : 250 Kms : Over Night at Siliguri (Star Resort)

11th Dec : Day 4 : Siliguri - Phuentsholing (Bhutan) : 167 Kms : Over Night at Phuentsholing(Star Hotel)

12th Dec : Day 5 : Phuentsholing to Thimphu : 164 Kms : Over Night at Thimphu (Star Hotel)

13th Dec : Day 6 : Thimphu - Gangtey : 128 Kms : Over Night at Gangtey Valley (Traditional Farmstays)

En-route to Gangtey, we would pass the Dochula Pass and witness the Dochula Festival.

14th Dec : Day 7 : Gangtey - Punakha : 73 Kms : Over Night at Punakha (Camping/Bonfire/Hot Stone Baths)

15th Dec : Day 8 : Punakha - Gasa - Punakha : 200 Kms : Over Night at Punakha (Camping / Hot Water Spring)

16th Dec : Day 9 : Punakha - Paro : 130 Kms : Over Night at Paro ( Star Hotel)

17th Dec : Day 10 : At Paro (Relax) : Tiger’s Nest Trek / Sight Seeing / Farwell Dinner by Bhutan Organisers 

18th Dec : Day 11 : Paro - Phuentsholing - Jaldapara : 194 Kms : Overnight at Jaldapara / Rhino Reserve Tour

19th Dec : Day 12 : Jaldapara - Forbesganj : 381 Kms : Over Night at Forbesganj (Star Hotel)

20th Dec : Day 13 : Forbesganj - Lucknow : 750 Kms / 12 Hrs : Over Night at Lucknow ( Luxury Star Hotel)

21st Dec : Day 14 : Lucknow - New Delhi : 550 Kms / 10 Hrs

*All distances and driving hours are indicative only*

What is Included:

1. Food, snacks, tea/coffee.

2. During Bhutan Only - Alcoholic Drinks (Local Bhutan made).

3. Accommodation (as specified in itinerary).

4. An escort vehicle (4X4) would be provided during entire trip.

5. Onsite mechanic for minor repairs is provided.

6. Professional photographer (For Bhutan only) would be provided.

7. All activities including Camping/Archery/Hot stone baths/Hot Springs/Cultural Festivals.

8. Personal entry permits to Bhutan.

9. Vehicle permits and fees in Bhutan.

10. Rhino nature reserve/Jungle Safari tickets.

11. Mid-day snacks and refreshments.

12. Packaged drinking water would be provided throughout the trip. 

What is Not included:

1. Guests to drive in their own vehicles (SUVs preferred).

2. Fuel costs.

3. Any major repairs.

4. Spare driver can be arranged for at an additional cost and with sufficient notice.

5. Toll Road fees/charges.

6. Entry tickets to any monastery and museums.

7. Alcoholic Drinks during Indian part of itinerary.

What are the highlights of the trip:

1. Drive across the breadth of India into a foreign land.

2. Most magnificent views of the Himalayas.

3. Stay at comfortable hotels at all the sites.

4. Indian food is available at major stop overs.

5. Bhutanese cuisine availability.

6. Availability of Indian bank ATMs all throughout the trip.

7. Free Bhutanese sim-card with INR 200/- talk time and 3G data activated.

8. Be a part of a growing community of explorers.

9. Passports NOT required. Aadhar card and Indian Driving Licence is acceptable.

Rs. 78,400 /- per person.

First 5 early bird bookings shall be given 10% discount on the total amount.

Date : 8th to 21st Dec 2017

Time : 8:00 AM 

Venue : Vijay Chowk, New Delhi