GD Holidays

BLACK-NECKED CRANE FESTIVAL

7 Nights / 8 Days · Bhutan

BLACK-NECKED CRANE FESTIVAL

Bhutan · Bhutan · Thimphu 7N / 8D Group Tour

Thimphu : Changangkha / Similar

Punakha : Vara / Similar

Phobjikha : Dewachen / Similar

Paro : Shomo Chuki / Similar

STANDARD

Day-wise Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival at Paro – Thimphu

Arrival at Paro Airport.

Drive to Thimphu.

En route visit:

  • Tamchog Lhakhang
  • Chuzom Confluence

Evening free for leisure.

Overnight Stay: Thimphu

Day 2: Thimphu Sightseeing

Visit:

  • Buddha Dordenma
  • National Memorial Chorten
  • Tashichho Dzong
  • Local Markets
  • Traditional Arts & Crafts

Overnight Stay: Thimphu

Day 3: Thimphu – Punakha

Drive through the scenic Dochula Pass.

Visit:

  • 108 Chortens
  • Punakha Dzong
  • Suspension Bridge
  • Punakha Valley

Overnight Stay: Punakha

Day 4: Punakha – Phobjikha Valley

Drive towards the beautiful Phobjikha Valley.

Visit:

  • Gangtey Monastery
  • Nature Walk
  • Traditional Bhutanese Village Experience

Overnight Stay: Phobjikha Valley

Day 5: Black-Necked Crane Festival

Enjoy the famous Black-Necked Crane Festival.

Highlights include:

  • Traditional Dance Performances
  • Cultural Programmes
  • Observe Black-Necked Cranes
  • Nature Photography
  • Local Festival Celebrations

Overnight Stay: Phobjikha Valley

Day 6: Phobjikha – Paro

Drive back to Paro through beautiful Himalayan landscapes.

Photo stops en route.

Evening free for leisure.

Overnight Stay: Paro

Day 7: Paro Sightseeing

Visit:

  • Tiger's Nest View Point
  • Rinpung Dzong
  • Kyichu Lhakhang
  • Local Markets

Enjoy your final evening in Bhutan.

Overnight Stay: Paro

Day 8: Departure

After breakfast transfer to Paro Airport for your onward journey.

Inclusions

  • Accommodation on Twin Sharing Basis
  • Stay : Thimphu (2 Nights) - Punakha (1 Night) - Phobjikha Valley (2 Nights) - Paro (2 Nights). 
  • Daily Breakfast
  • Daily Dinner
  • Private Vehicle for Entire Tour
  • Sustainable Development Fee (SDF)
  • Bhutan Entry Permits
  • Festival Entry
  • Sightseeing as per Itinerary

Exclusions

  • Anything Not Mentioned in the inclusions part.
  • Any Domestic or International Flight Tickets.
  • Ticket charges and Activity charges are not Included in the Package.
  • All personal expenses, optional tours and extra meals.
  • Camera fees, Any entry fee for Monument , alcoholic/non alcoholic beverages and starters
  • Vehicle service on leisure days for sightseeing not included in the itinerary Medical and travel insurance
  • A/C room will not be provided in hill area.
  • A/C will not work on hills.
  • Entry fee for any monument will pay by client directly.
  • Tempo Traveler and large vehicle will not enter in Nainital. Guest will arrange local Sightseeing by Own.
  • Vehicle is as per itinerary and not on disposal. Additional sightseeing or transfer which are not mentioned in itinerary is payable to the driver directly.
  • Airfare / Train Fare
  • Lunch
  • Adventure Activities
  • Pony Charges / Hiking Expenses
  • Travel Insurance
  • Medical Expenses
  • Tips & Gratuities
  • Anything Not Mentioned Under "Package Inclusions"

Payment Terms

50% Payment will be required at the time of Booking.

50% balance 35 Days before of check in date.

If the travel date is less than 26 days full amount will be required.

Terms & Conditions

Amendments :- Amendment of booked tour will be treated as Cancellation. However, minor amendments can be made to the payment of a communication charge, which will vary on case to case. Vehicle will not go to anywhere on Holi & Eid. Hotel Terms and Conditions: - In Case of non-availability of room in given hotel then a similar category hotel will be provided. Generally, hotel check in time 14:00 hrs. and check out time 11:00 Hrs. Early Check in or late check out will be chargeable as per hotel policies If early Check in or Late Check out not include in Package. Meals are served in the hotel as per their set menu basis. If you ordered something special it will chargeable extra as per hotel policy on direct basis. For extra bed on double sharing rooms many hotels have rollaway bed while rest of the hotels provide extra mattress which is available in hotel. Hot water facilities are also limited in some hotels. If there is electricity problem then hotel will provide hot water will provide with bucket. Vehicle Terms and conditions: - A/C will not work on hill areas, stopped/ parked vehicle. Hills started from Dehradun/Rishikesh. A/C will not work from these points. Toll and parking will be paid once for the same place and after that it will be paid by the you. Pickup & drop point is one only. If multiple pickups and drop required then it will be chargeable and should be informed in advance. Vehicle will not run after 9:00 pm in night due to safety purpose or as per guideline by the government authority. In hill music is not allowed due to risk of life. The maximum time of drive is 12 hrs. in a day. Tour destination / route cannot be changed without prior notice (Amended route and tour Destination rates may be change) Vehicle will not drive in No-entry zones and should not be forced to drive on narrow streets or roads which can create traffic jam. Vehicle will be permitted to use for sightseeing points on the route and inside the city limits or which is mentioned in itinerary. Sightseeing will be allowed only in city limits. Off route sightseeing or beyond city limit will be informed advance and it will be chargeable. Refund is not possible if any particular sightseeing point is not covered. Due to any reason if Vehicle breakdown due to technical reasons we will try our best to arrange another vehicle as soon as possible for the major problems. For minor problems which will not take much time vehicle will be repaired. Kindly cooperate. Company will not responsible for any delay or alterations or any expense incurred due to natural Hazards, breakdown of transport, weather, sickness, landslides, closer/ block due to political unrest or any such incidents. Important Notes: - 1) Rooms are subject to availability at the time of booking. Booking will be made on base room category. 2) The booking will be confirmed only after receiving the advance payment and on availability of hotels mentioned. 3) Room allocation (Twin bed / Double bed) is at the discretion of the hotel. The check in and checkout time of the hotel is 12 to 12 noon. 4) For Any Natural calamities. We will not be liable for the same. 5) No accommodation, meal or cost of transport would be paid or reimbursed or compensated. All buffet meals or Room Service will be provided as per hotel policy. 6) Vehicle rates depend on fuel rates, if fuel rates are high then rates can be changed without any notice. 7)It is presumed that the tourist must have to medically fit to undertake this yatra. If you have certain kind of allergy (especially for food) or any serious health issues kindly consult with your doctor. If advisable by doctor than only travel and travel with all your consulted medicine according to tour days. 8) Driver will not drive on No-entry zones and should not be forced to drive on narrow streets or roads which can create traffic jam. Normal working hours of driver is 12 hrs. in case you want services more than 12 hours in a day kindly inform us in advance. 09) No cancellation or any refund will be made if situation is beyond our control, such as bad weather, landslide, climatic conditions or any other natural disaster, fire, any embargo, acts or decisions of government, political or national crisis, road blocks, heavy snow fall, acts of terrorism or other similar causes, strikes or problems at airlines, rails, buses, hotels or transporters, labor unrest, insolvency, business exigencies, operational and technical issues, route and flight cancellations or due to which the customer could not reach the destination and which is beyond our control. 10) Company Here by expressly disclaims any implied warranties imputed by the laws of any jurisdictions or country other than India Company considers itself and intends to the jurisdictions only of the court of Haridwar Uttarakhand India. 11) Auli: - Auli will be visited by Rope way at your own cost on direct basis and paid by client. The ropeway operates from 9 AM to 4 PM. 12) Vehicle is non ac in hills. 13) Vehicle will not run in night after 9:00 Pm and traffic Rules will be followed. 14) Vehicle rates valid only for city hotel. If hotel is far from city, then charges applicable. 15) If parking will not available in near hotel or any place then it will be parked were place available. In that case you may be walked for some distance as per condition.

Cancellation Policy

  • At GD Holidays, we understand that travel plans may change due to unforeseen circumstances. Our cancellation policy is designed to be fair to both our customers and our resort partners.

    1. Cancellation Request

  • All cancellation requests must be submitted in writing via Email or WhatsApp from the registered contact details used at the time of booking.
  • The date on which GD Holidays receives the written cancellation request will be considered the official cancellation date.

    2. Cancellation Charges

  • The following cancellation charges will apply on the total package cost:
  • Cancellation Before DepartureCancellation Charges
    25 Days or Less100% of Total Package Cost
    26 to 35 Days50% of Total Package Cost
    36 Days or MoreNo Charges
    NOTE : INR 4500/- Per Person GD Holidays Service Charge will be deducted if booking cancelled at any point of time irrespective of above cancellation charges.
  • Note: Some hotels, airlines, cruise companies, visas, permits, event tickets, attractions, and special promotional bookings may have separate cancellation rules. In such cases, the supplier's cancellation policy will apply in addition to the above charges.

    3. Non-Refundable Services

  • The following are generally non-refundable once booked or confirmed:
  • Flight Tickets
  • Visa Fees
  • Travel Insurance
  • Cruise Bookings
  • Train Tickets (as per railway rules)
  • Attraction Tickets
  • Theme Park Tickets
  • Special Event Tickets
  • Peak Season / Festival / Promotional Offers
  • Any service specifically mentioned as Non-Refundable at the time of booking

    4. Amendment / Rescheduling

  • Any request for date change, destination change, hotel change, passenger name correction, or other modifications is subject to availability and approval by the respective service providers.
  • Additional charges and fare differences may apply.

    5. Force Majeure

  • GD Holidays shall not be held responsible for cancellations, delays, changes, or additional expenses caused due to circumstances beyond our control, including but not limited to:
  • Natural disasters
  • Floods
  • Earthquakes
  • Heavy snowfall
  • Political unrest
  • War
  • Government restrictions
  • Pandemic or epidemic
  • Airline operational issues
  • Flight cancellations
  • Strikes
  • Weather conditions
  • Acts of God
  • In such cases, refunds or credits (if any) will depend entirely on the policies of the respective service providers.

    6. Important Note

  • GD Holidays acts as a travel service facilitator and booking partner. Hotels, airlines, transport operators, cruise companies, and other service providers have their own terms and cancellation policies. Customers agree to abide by those policies at the time of booking.
  • By confirming a booking with GD Holidays, the customer acknowledges that they have read, understood, and accepted this Cancellation Policy.

Refund Policy

  • No refund will be provided if No Show in any circumstances.
  • If a tour is cancelled due to operational reasons, low participation, or force majeure, a full refund of the tour cost will be issued.
  • The operator is not responsible for additional expenses such as visas, insurance, or domestic travel incurred in preparation for the tour.

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