Concept Holidayz offers the best-chosen Bhutan tour packages that will ensure a fun, worthwhile, and hassle-free tour experience in Bhutan. Our team of professionals will be there to guide you at every step of your booking. Not to mention, we also provide an exclusive 6-day Delhi-to-Bhutan package, a Bhutan tour package from Bagdogra, and more.
About Bhutan - Bhutan is known as the “Happiest Place on The Earth," a beautiful destination with lush greenery, raw and natural beauty that sums it up as a paradise. Bhutan is a wonderful holiday destination for families, couples, and friends that offers a number of adventurous activities like hiking, rope climbing, and river rafting. The Bhutan tour packages by Concept Holidayz are a perfect choice for a relaxing and hassle-free getaway.
The best time to visit Bhutan is during the months of March to May whereas June to August is considered as a less advised season to go due to the rains, which makes trekking less of an option.
Do Indian Tourists need a visa to visit Bhutan? No, Indian tourists don’t need a visa to travel to Bhutan but a travel permit is a must. Indian nationals visiting with children who are below 18 years of age should have either passport or the Birth certificate.
What are the documents required to process the permit for Indian citizens? It is mandatory to have a passport to apply for the permit in advance, if a person doesn’t have his/her passport, then the Indian election card can be used to apply for a permit on arrival at the entry port. Guests also need the passport size photograph. Valid travel insurance is mandatory.
How to reach Bhutan? Entry to Bhutan can only be made either through air or by road. Travel by air – There are only two airlines flying out of Bhutan viz Druk Air and Bhutan Airlines. Paro is the only International Airport in Bhutan. From India, there is a direct connectivity to Paro through Kolkata, New Delhi, Guwahati, Gaya and Bagdogra. For travellers of any other cities, they would have to come to any of the above cities and take the flight to Paro. Travel by Road - If you want to travel to Bhutan by road, there are three border points from where you enter viz. (1) Phuentsholing with Jaigaon in the Indian Side in the state of West Bengal. The nearest Indian towns from Phuentsholing are Hasimara, Alipurdwar, Jalpaiguri & Siliguri. The nearest Airport to Phuentsholing is Bagdogra Airport. Once you arrive at the Airport, our representative will pick you up. (2) Gelephu with Dadgiri in the Indian Side in the state of Assam which is about 6 hours drive from Guwahati. (3) Samdrup Jongkhar with Darangamela in Indian Side in state of Assam which is about two and half hours drive from Guwahati.
Best Places to Explore While in Bhutan
- Thimphu is the capital of Bhutan. Thimphu is a cultural place where you get to explore the old historical sights of Bhutan and modernity. The tourists who like to explore the unique treasures will be able to experience Bhutanese culture, cuisine, and lifestyle, which are a must to see here. Monasteries to explore: Monasteries such as Dechen Phodrang, Tango, and Cheri.
- Paro - Surrounded by mountains, serene views around, and more make it a great option for a worthwhile stay. What makes it popular? The lush green areas and historical buildings make Paro a popular destination in Bhutan. The fact that it is near the only international airport, because of which it receives the maximum number of tourists all year round. The famous attractions of Paro and Zuri; monasteries and palaces like Paro Taktsang (Tiger’s Nest Monastery), Pelri Goemba, and Ugyen Pelri Palace. Other attractions you can explore are temples, monuments, and museums such as Bondey Lhakhang, Khangkhu Lhakhang, Tago Lhakhang, Druk Choeding, and the National Museum.
- Punakha - Are you an adventure lover? Punakha is a perfect choice for those who seek water adventures like river rafting in the rivers like the Mo and Pho. People who are curious about the Bhutanese culture and history should definitely visit here.
- Trongsa - Trongsa remains in the heart of Bhutan. This is one of the best Buddhist monasteries, beautifully constructed with red roofs and whitewashed walls set down above a valley. Trongsa is kind of a slow town, and sightseeing here doesn’t come with a lot of options, and the only thing one can do here is take a stroll along the shops.
- Wangdue Phodrang - Wangdue Phodrang is more of a peaceful and relaxing place, located in Central Bhutan, and is widely famous for its bamboo products, slate, and stone carvings. The Wangdue Phodrang dzong here is open for visitors only during the Wangdue Phodrang Tshechu celebration held during autumn.
- Phuentsholing - Phuentsholing is the starting point of Bhutan for the Indian travellers who are travelling via road to utan. Phuentsholing is the only place for Indians where they do not need any travel permit. The place has no Dzong, and so most of the tourists do visit to explore the place and its attractions. Places like Amo Chuu, Bhutan Gate, Karbandi Monastery, and Zangtho Pelri Lhakhang are some of the popular attractions to visit for tourists.
Things to do in Bhutan
- Trongsa Dzong – Dig Into Bhutan’s History -If you are a fan of historical places, then Trongsa Dzong is a perfect place for you. It is known to be home to the royal families. As you wander through Trongsa Dzong, don’t miss out on visiting its 24 chapels and the museum in the watchtower.
- Hike to the Taktsang Monastery or “Tiger’s Nest”- A perfect place for adventure lovers, Bhutan is famous for trekking around its forest areas, and Taktsang Monastery offers hiking and trekking both, more popularly known as “Tiger’s Nest”. The Taktsang Monastery is also known as the Buddhist pilgrimage site which is often visited by tourists.
- Bhutanese Cuisine – Relish The Delicacies - Get to try the authentic taste of bhutanese cuisine, Datshi which is a staple food of the people of Bhutan. Datshi is made in various forms and the most famous is Ema Datshi. Ema means chilli; Ema Datshi, which is made using cheese, chillies, vegetables, and pepper
