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| The Crown Jewels of India |
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 The Kingdom of Bhutan
5 Nights Pre-trip from only 2199
Be among the first to discover a remote, ancient land insulated from
the modern world. On this unique extension, you’ll delve into Bhutan’s
unique Buddhist culture and experience its natural grandeur.
Your Price Includes: - Roundtrip airfare between Delhi and Bhutan
- 5 nights accommodations: 1 night in Delhi at the Deluxe Taj Mahal Hotel; 3 nights in Thimphu at the New Bhutan Suite Hotel; 1 night in Paro at the new First-Class Tenzinling Resort
- 12 meals: 5 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 4 dinners
- 3 sightseeing tours and 2 Cultural Connections
- Transportation by private motorcoach
- All transfers & baggage handling (where permitted)
- A Vantage Program Manager from Bhutan
Please Note: On the March 18 departure, passengers will enjoy an afternoon Thimphu city tour after checking in to the hotel on Day 3. Then enjoy a full-day Excursion to Punakha on Day 4, transfer to Paro on Day 5 with an included tour of the Botanical Garden and National Museum en route. Then after noon tour of Paro, transfer to Delhi and visit the Birla Temple on Day 6, then visit the Akashardham Temple and National Railway Museum on Day 7, before joining the base program.
* Prices are per person, double occupancy based on April - September dates. Add $100 per person for all other dates. For single accommodations, add $259 for all dates. This extension is not available on all departure dates.
Please Note: Due to the special reservation policies of Bhutan’s official Druk Air,
reservations can only be ensured for bookings 120 days prior to the
arrival date. Any new bookings within 120 days are subject to
confirmation. Passport details are requested at time of reservation.
Special cancellation terms apply to this extension.
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| Your Trip Extension Itinerary |
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| Day | Schedule and Accommodations |
| 1-2 |
Depart Home / Overnight Flight to Delhi, India
Fly U.S. to Delhi, India. Overnight in Delhi hotel
Taj Mahal Delhi Hotel  |
| 3 |
Delhi / Flight to Paro, Bhutan / Transfer to Thimphu, Bhutan
Fly to Paro, Bhutan, and transfer to Thimphu. Evening cultural show with dinner.
Bhutan Suites (B,D) |
| 4 |
Thimphu
Full-day Bhutan Cultural Tour with visits to a traditional painting school, the Folk Museum, a local hospital, the Textile Museum, the Archery Ground, the Takin Preserve Zoo, and the National Library.
Bhutan Suites (B,L,D) |
| 5 |
Thimphu / Excursion to Punakha, Bhutan
Full-day excursion to Punakha, Bhutan’s spiritual capital. Excursion includes drive over Dochu La Pass with views of the Himalayas (weather permitting), and visit to zongs (Buddhist temples) in Punakha, including a scenic walk to the Divine Madman’s Temple, a visit to Wangdue Phodrang Zong, and a visit to a local market.
Bhutan Suites (B,L,D) |
| 6 |
Thimphu / Paro, Bhutan
Motorcoach to Paro. Afternoon tour of Paro, including a visit to the National Museum, the Paro Dzong, Old Town, and a local school. Also, views of the dramatic Tiger’s Nest Dzong, which clings to a cliff side. Kyich temple butter lamp offering and short prayer ceremony.
Tenzinling Resort  (B,L,D) |
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Paro / Delhi
Fly to Delhi. Join Day 2 of base tour.
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Vantage's ratings come from Travel Weekly's
Hotel & Travel Index, the industry's standard.
Deluxe / Moderate Deluxe 
Outstandng accommodations, offering superior service,
facilities, and location.
Superior First-Class 
Above average, with many special amenities, including
more restaurants, shops, and often a fitness center.
First Class / Moderate First-Class 
Comfortable, well-equipped standard rooms with private
bath and attractive public areas and amenities.
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