Home to serenity and natural resplendence, Bhutan is one of the most breathtaking destinations in Asia. The beautiful country opens its doors to calmness, spirituality, picturesque surroundings, and the most wonderful travel experiences. Have you been to the Land of Thunder Dragon yet? If not, it’s time for you to check out IRCTC’s recently announced package for Bhutan.
IRCTC Announced A Travel Package For Bhutan
- Named “Royal Bhutan International Rail Package”, this travel package by IRCTC will be a ten-day holiday to Thimphu, Punakha, Paro, and Phuentsholing.
- The journey will commence every Saturday from January 25 to March 22, 2025.
- The mode of travel will be by train and the holiday will begin from Sealdah railway station with boarding at Bardhaman, Dakshineswar, Bolpur Shantiniketan, Rampurhat, Pakur, and Malda Town railway stations.
- The package will offer breakfast and dinner.
Cost Of The Package
IRCTC offers standard and comfort categories for this travel package for Bhutan.
Here’s about the Standard Category:
IRCTC’s Royal Bhutan International Rail Package costs ₹63,900 per tourist for triple sharing. The charge increases to ₹64,650 for each traveller booking double sharing. The highest package in the standard category costs ₹75,900 per person choosing single sharing.
Here’s about the Comfort Category:
Royal Bhutan International Rail Package starts at ₹68,800 for each tourist selecting triple sharing. For travellers choosing double sharing, the package charges ₹69,500. And for single sharing, each trip package costs ₹83,600.
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About The Trip’s Itinerary
IRCTC prepared a wonderful itinerary including must-visit destinations to explore on this trip to Bhutan. From offbeat local places to famous tourist attractions, explore the picturesque country beautifully. Here’s a look at the pre-planning itinerary.
- En route to Thimphu, tourists will travel to the highest point at about 2,800 metres.
- Tashichho Dzong Fortress
- Buddha Point
- Motithang Zoo and Painting School
- National Library
- Buddha Standing Statue
- Thimphu Handicraft Market
- Dochula Pass
- Punakha Dzong
- Lamperi Royal Botanical Park
- Tachogang Lhakhang Bridge
- National Museum in Ta Dzong
- Paro Dzong
- Tiger Nest Base Camp Point
- Chele La Pass
- Local market in Paro
- Zangto Pelri Monastery
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