A spectacular private journey that begins in the historic and cultural heart of West Bengal, taking you from the old colonial capital of Kolkata (Calcutta) and deep into the mystical ‘Land of the Thunder Dragon’, one of the most unusual and spectacular destinations anywhere on Earth.
16 Days & 14 Nights
Day 1: Fly to Kolkata (N)
Day 2: Kolkata
On arrival transfer to the LaLiT Great Eastern for an overnight stay. (N)
Day 3: Kaziranga National Park
Fly to Guwahati and transfer to the Diphlu River Lodge for 2 nights. (B, L, D)
Days 4: Kaziranga National Park
Explore the park, in search of one-horned rhino, by 4×4 and on elephant-back. (B, L, D)
Day 5: Darjeeling
Fly to Badogra and travel to Darjeeling for 3 nights at the Elgin. (B, D)
Day 6: Darjeeling
Witness the sunrise over the mighty peaks of Mount Everest and Kanchenjunga. Take the historic toy train ride to Ghoom and enjoy a half day city tour of this sparkling hill resort. (B, D)
Day 7: Darjeeling
Spend the day learning all about tea, visiting tea plantations and enjoying a tea tasting. Afternoon at leisure. (B, D)
Day 8: Phuntsholing
After breakfast, take a scenic drive to Phuntsholing crossing the Coronation Bridge. Spend the night att he Hotel Druk. (B, D)
Day 9: Thimphu
Travel to Thimphu, visiting Simtokha dzong en route, the oldest fortress in the kingdom built in 1629. Spend 2 nights at the Hotel Kisa. (B, L, D)
Day 10: Thimphu
Explore Thimphu including the Tashichho dzong, School of Arts and Crafts, Simply Bhutan project and a local bazaar. (B, L, D)
Day 11: Punakha
Drive across the stunning Dochu La Pass to Punakha. En route enjoy a short walk to Khamsum Yueling temple which provides an idyllic spot for a picnic lunch. Spend 2 nights at the Meri Puensum. (B, L, D)
Day 12: Punakha
Visit the beautiful Punakha dzong, the largest in the country. Later take a short excursion to Chimi Lhakhang also known as ‘Fertility Temple’. (B, L, D)
Day 13: Paro
Drive to Paro for 2 nights at the The Village Lodge. Experience a local hot stone bath. (B, L, D)
Day 14: Paro
Enjoy the spectacular walk to the 300-year-old Tiger’s Nest Monastery. At leisure or cycle through the Haa valley, try your hand at archery or enjoy a lesson creating spicy Bhutanese cuisine. (B, L, D)
Day 15: Fly to Delhi
Fly to Delhi. Overnight at the LaLiT New Delhi. (B)
Day 16: Fly home (B)
July 26, 2025