Gateway to Bhutan 1 Night / 2 Days

About this tour

Itinerary : Gateway to Bhutan

 DAY 01 : NJP Rly Station / IXB Airport – Phuentsholing Driving Time: 5 hrs. / Altitude of Phuentsholing: 293 mts.

Meet & Greet on arrival at NJP Railway Station / IXB Airport and transfer to Phuentsholing – The Gateway of Bhutan by Road from India. It is a thriving commercial center on the northern edge of the Indian Plains.

A visit to Phuentsholing is a delightful introduction to the wonders of Bhutan. With a hassle-free entry process, you can immerse yourself in the country’s beauty, culture, and warmth. While you might seem short, the memories you’ll create in this charming town will linger long after you’ve returned home. Overnight at Hotel.

Afternoon: Head to Karbandi Monastery for stunning views and moments of tranquility. Enjoy a traditional Bhutanese lunch.

Evening :Zangtopelri

The sightseeing attraction for the day is Zangtopelri, which is a famous Buddhist site in Phuentsholing. This Lhakhang has been made to reflect the virtues of Guru Rinpoche. After witnessing the beautiful murals and paintings, you can spend some quality time in the garden near it.Overnight in Hotel.

Day 02 :  PHUENTSHOLING SIGHTSEEING

Amo Chhu Crocodile Breeding Center – After you have completed exploring the Phuentsholing side of the Bhutan gate, you can visit the Amo Chhu Crocodile Breeding Center. This famous tourist site is ideal for spotting various endangered species of crocodiles such as muggers and gharials. This is a must-visit spot in Phuentsholing for all the wildlife and nature lovers as you can cherish the mesmerizing natural beauty here. The entry fee to enter the breeding center is BNT 100 and it is free for children under the age of 10. 

Phuentsholing Viewpoint

Another places to visit in Phuentsholing, Bhutan is the Peeple Drangra or Phuntsholing viewpoint which lies at an almost same altitude of the Rinchending Goemba. Best visited during the daytime, on clear days, you will get a clear view of the thriving Phuentsholing town as well as the Bengal plains. The hill gradients and the Torsa River flowing beside it creates the perfect setup for photography.

Sangye  Migyur Ling Lhakhang –  A tower for Milarepa in the Land of the Thunder Dragon. Have you been to an iconic structure aka Milarepa Lhakhang in Phuentsholing Most people know the story of the famous Tibetan saint who learned black magic in his early life to take revenge on enemies but later became a disciple of the great translator Marpa, who had brought many sacred texts back from India. Knowing that his new student had accumulated bad karma, Marpa treated him harshly and made him build a nine-storey tower (Sekhar Guthok) with his bare hands. When it was nearly finished, he told him to move it to another location. This happened a few times until Milarepa had removed his bad karma.Later, he went off to meditate in mountain caves and became enlightened in one lifetime. Milarepa is a shining example of the virtues of renunciation, diligent practice and devotion to his guru.

Afternoon : After checking out from Hotel head towards exit terminal with the help of the guide for taking onwards connection.