Bhutan The Land of Thunder Dragons

Roads to Heaven…!

We at Shikhar Vedh invites you all to Explore Land of Thunder Dragons, most nature friendly, Eco Travel Destination in the world “Bhutan”. The Buddhist kingdom on the Himalayas’ eastern edge, is known for its monasteries, fortresses (or dzongs) and dramatic landscapes that range from subtropical plains to steep mountains and valleys.

Join us to live the moment and make a memory forever with us.

Bhutan officially the Kingdom of Bhutan(Druk Gyal Khap) is a landlocked country in South Asia. Located in the Eastern Himalayas, it is bordered by Tibet Autonomous Region of China in the north, the Sikkim state of India and the Chumbi Valley of Tibet in the west, the Arunachal Pradesh state of India in the east, and the states of Assam and West Bengal in the south. Bhutan is geopolitically in South Asia and is the region’s second least populous nation after the Maldives. Thimphu is its capital and largest city, while Phuntsholing is its financial center.

Cost For the Expedition is as follow:

IMP Note :

* Entry fees EXTRA – Around 3000-4000 Indian Rupees for ALL Monuments

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Day 1: Sunday :- Pick up point @ Bagdogra Airport by 12:30 Hrs

Day 8: Sunday :- Drop point @ Bagdogra Airport by 13:00 Hrs

Kindly get your flight tickets accordingly.

7 Night / 8 Days Itinerary:

Day 01:  Meet @ Bagdogra by 13.30 Hrs

* We shall embark the journey to the land of Dragons –Bhutan sailing and gliding across many meadows and an array of nature’s canvas. The beautiful journey will take 4=5 hours to reach Jaigaon … Take a walk to nearby Zangtong Pelri Lakhang

*  After Reaching our Destination. Check in to Hotel.

*  Roam Around in Phuentsholing Locally.

Day 02: Move towards Thimpu

* En-route we will require to get permit for Bhutan. Keep your Passport / Voter ID ready / Few Photos Ready.

* Phuentsholing. Enjoy some cool snaps at Bhutan Gate. Roam Around in Phuentsholing Locally.

* Breakfast and move towards Thimpu through the picturesque landscape and magnifying aura, making the travel desired and easing the travel. This will take 4-5 hours to reach.

• Explore places en-route to Thimpu

*   Visit to Tashicho Dzong ( fort )

*  Check in to Hotel and Take Rest. Dinner.

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Day 03: Explore Thimpu – Punakha
* Get set to take out the wandering beast and explore the mostly unexplored.

• This is the tinsel capital town of Bhutan stacked with small bubbling markets and the admired monks.

         * In the morning visit to .

         * It nests the world’s biggest Buddha statue for the eyes to enjoy and heart to pray.

• Afternoon Transfer to Punakha /wangdue via Dochu La ( 10,700ft) to view the high himalayas ranges in Bhutan region. Dochu la pass has 108 Chorten ( Stupas ) Druk Wangyal Khangzang Chorten which is believed brings multi fold merit to all sentient beings and which make the pass a must visit place

         * Check in at hotel and REST. Have Dinner and Good Night.

Day 04: Visit to Gangtey ( Phobjikha Valley )

After breakfast will start for full day trip to Gangtey (9840ft ). Gangtey is the home of Black Necked Crane which are migrated birds from Tibet in the north. It is beautiful Valley of Bhutan. You can also visit to Gangtey Gompa ( Monastery). After exploration will travel back to Punakha/wangdue.

* Overnight Stay at Punakha.

Day 05: From Punakha to Paro

*  After breakfast check out and visit to Punakha Dzong built in 1637 by Zhabdrung Nagwang Namgyal. For many years this place acted as the capital of Bhutan also known as Ancient Capital of Bhutan. Punakha is lil warmer that is why its still winter residence for Head of the Monk and King.  After which we will take a short trip to Chhimi Lakhang ( Temple ) which is knows as “Temple of Fertility” was built by Lama Drukpa Kuenley, “The Devine Mad Man”.

       * Will continue to drive toward Paro. Evening will roam around Paro market its a free time.

*  Overnight Stay at Hotel and Rest.

Day 06: Paro – TAKTSANG Monastery – Paro

* Breakfast and start our Journey.

*  Drive / Ride through a beautiful countryside and golden paddy fields. After ascending gradually making twists and turns we see small cottages before the road ends in a breathtaking pine forest.

* We start our trek for the famous Taktsang or Tigers Nest Monastery from here. It seems like it is perched on the vertical rock by magical glue. You will witness steep slopes and dusty paths in the forest as you reach closer, concluding the beautiful trek with 700 steps. The serenity and beauty of the place make one forget all the tiredness.  This will take almost 5 hours of your day.

* we will visit the stunning Kichu Lhakhang, the oldest temple in Bhutan. In the evening we enjoy our euphoric moments in the lap of Paro valley and sleep through the night.

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Day 07:  Paro Sightseeing– Phuentsholing

*  Morning Breakfast and checkout. Explore Ta Dzong Rinpung Dzong and travel back to Phuentsholing

*  Overnight Stay and Dinner.

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Day 08:  Phuentsholing to Bagdogra Airport</p>

* Today we bid adieu to Bhutan and proceed back to Siliguri.

We travel through the breathtaking mountains and captivating scenic beauty towards the India – Bhutan border and reach Siliguri after a lifelong memorable ride.

Terms and Conditions:

1. Participant needs to get the personal medicines if any.
2. All the accommodations will be on sharing basis (3 person) in all the stay locations.
3. Participants needs to take care of belongings and all the electrical devices, cameras and ornaments. Shikhar Vedh will not be responsible for any kind of loss ( accidental / natural ).
4. Since its a group activity, the group leaders decision will be final and we encourage support from all the participant for the same.
5. We are visiting to high territory, so that any change in itinerary due incidents due to natural calamities, bad conditions or other issues which is not in our control will be cost effective to all.
6. In case of sudden Hike in Visa Fee or any unforeseen hike will be applicable to participant fee cost

Contact Details:

Jagdish Patil : 9702121373 / 9869369836

(Team Shikhar Vedh)

We @ Shikhar Vedh has planned to experience the  Agumbe Backpacking Tour 
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Tour Fees would be approximately Rs. 7500/- per Head which includes

1) To & Fro SL Class tickets from Mumbai – Udupi – Mumbai

2) Private Vehicle for 2 days for Sightseeing Udupi – Agumbe – Kundapura

3) Food expenses for 2 days (B, L, D)

4) Accommodation on tripple sharing basis

5) Shikhar Vedh Administrative Charges

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Places to visit

Varanga Lake Jain Temple
Koodluteertha Falls
Sirimane Falls
Sringeri Math
Hanging Bridge
Agumbe
Kundadri Hills
Kavaledurg Fort
Nagara Fort
Marvante Beach
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Itinerary for the trip as below: -

Day 0: Meeting Point:

LTT @ 15:00 Hrs on Friday
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Departure by Train – Matsyagadha Express
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Day1: Saturday
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05:00 Hrs: @ Alight @ Udupi

Freshen up at station

Breakfast time
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07:30 Hrs: 1 Hr drive to Varanga by private vehicle
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08:30 Hrs: Varanga lake Jain Temple – Exploration Time

09:30 Hrs:- Drive to Koodluteerth falls ~ 20 – 30 mins one way trek … Total (~ 2 Hrs Time)
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En-route Have a Lunch

Explore Sirimane Falls
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16:30 Hrs :: Move to Sringeri Math

Visit Hanging Bridge

Return to Agumbe

Overnight Stay at Hotel in Agumbe

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Day 2: Sunday
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Early Wake up , after freshen up

Trail in Agumbe

Break fast – Tea Time

Kavaledurga fort visit

Visit Kundadri Hills

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12:30 Hrs :: Nagara Fort

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Lunch Time
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Visit Maravante Beach
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16:00 Hrs :: @ Kundapura Station
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16:15 Hrs :: Departure by Train – Matsyagandha Express to Mumbai

Day3: Monday

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05:10 Hrs :: @ Panvel

05:55 Hrs :: @ Thane

06:30 Hrs :: @ LTT

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Tour Fees would be approximately Rs. 7500/- per Head which includes

1) To & Fro SL Class tickets from Mumbai – Udupi – Mumbai

2) Private Vehicle for 2 days for Sightseeing Udupi – Agumbe – Kundapura

3) Food expenses for 2 days (B, L, D)

4) Accommodation on tripple sharing basis

5) Shikhar Vedh Administrative Charges

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Deposit Rs. 4500/- per head (Non-refundable) on following A/c for Travel / Tickets Booking / Hotel booking

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Name: JAGADISH GOVIND PATIL
ICICI Bank A/c No.: – 026801521464 
Vartak Nagar Branch, Thane (W)

Ifsc code: ICIC0000268
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Googlepay: 9702121373
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Last date for registration: – Till the train tickets are available to get confirmed seats, OR Till the batch gets full
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Things To Carry:-
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A Water Bottle (~2 Ltrs) (A must)
1 torch (a must) with spare batteries ( a must)
Rain-cheater (a must)
Camera, Cell Phone, Binoculars (Optional)
Pls avoid wearing Gold and other ornaments
Some ready to eat food. Plum cakes, biscuits etc.
Extra Pair of clothes,
Good trekking shoes preferably ACTION,
Personal basic medical kit (Containing an antiseptic, few bandages, personal medications if any, Antibiotics for stomach infection)

A haversack to put all these things
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For confirmation, do call on below no or reply here

Jagdish Patil : 09702121373 / 09869369836
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Join us for a Spiritual backpacking trip :-

Destinations Covered :  Kedarnath – Tungnath – Rudraprayag – Badrinath – Mana – Haridwar
Tour Duration : (07 Nights / 08 Days)

Introduction:
Kedarnath has been a pilgrimage centre since ancient times. It is not certain who constructed the original Kedarnath temple and when. A mythological account ascribes the temple’s construction to the legendary Pandava brothers mentioned in the Mahabharata. However, the Mahabharata does not mention any place called Kedarnath. One of the earliest references to Kedarnath occurs in the Skanda Purana (c. 7th-8th century), which names Kedara (Kedarnath) as the place where Shiva released the holy waters of Ganga from his matted hair, resulting in the formation of the Ganges river.

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Arrival : Day 1 : @ Haridwar Airport / Railway Station – at 14:00 Hrs
Departure : Day 8 : @ Haridwar Airport / Railway Station – at 08:00 Hrs
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Day 01 : Arrival at Haridwar railway station/ Airport

• 14:00 Hrs: Meeting point at Haridwar
• 15:30 Hrs: Haridwar Sightseeing
• Night Stay at Haridwar (Charges to be borne by participants)

Day 02: Haridwar to Guptakashi / Sonprayag (230 km ~ 7 Hrs)

• 05:00 Hrs: Wake up call and get ready for Guptakashi / Sitapur / Sonprayag
• 07:00 Hrs: Breakfast and start our journey
En-route visit Deprayag: Alaknanda – Bhagirathi Sangam
• 20:00 Hrs: @ Check in Hotel & Dinner time

Day 03: Gaurikund to Kedarnath Temple (21km)

• Wake up to beautiful mountain view and sip on some hot coffee or tea
• Drive to Gauri-kund … Post breakfast, its time for Kedarnath Trek
• Visit Kedarnath temple , attain evening aarti and seek blessings of Lord Shiva
• Dinner and night stay at Kedarnath (Only Dormitory / Tent Accommodation here)

Day 04: Kedarnath To Chopta (80 km ~ 2 Hrs )

• Wake up to beautiful sunrise and spiritual view of Kedarnath Temple
• Early Morning Kedarbaba Darshan – Post breakfast, its time for Kedarnath to Sonprayag by trail
• Ready for Chopta by private vehicle
• Dinner and night stay at Chopta

Day 05: Chopta to Tunganath to Joshimath (160 km ~ 5 Hrs )

• Wake up to beautiful sunrise
• Ready for Tunganath Mahadev Trail and Time permits and if interested Chandrashila Peak (~1 hr asend) ..
Evening start Road journey to Joshimath
• Dinner and Night stay at Joshimath

Day 06: Joshimath to Badrinath to Pipalkoti (150 km ~ 3 hr)

• 05:00 Hrs: Wake up call and get ready for Badrinath Temple
• 06:00 Hrs: breakfast and Visit Narsinha Temple en-route
Badrinath Temple Darshan
• Visit the last Indian village Mana
• Night Stay at Pipalkoti

Day 07: Pipalkoti to Rishikesh / Haridwar (260km ~ 7 Hrs)

• After a few farewell speeches, gossips and tons of pictures its time to return home with sweet memories
En-route visit SHaktipeeth Dhari Devi Temple time permits
Interested participants can opt for Ganga Aarti
• Dinner and Night stay at Haridwar (Charges to be borne by participants)

Day 08: Haridwar Hotel check out and return journey starts for Delhi/ Mumbai

Plz book to & fro train/flight tickets accordingly ASAP till seats available.

Day 1 : Arrival @ Haridwar at 2 pm
Day 8 : Departure from Haridwar after 8 am
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Cost of the tour :-
Rs 24500/- + Air / Train Fare

It Includes

• Day 02 to Day 07 :- Haridwar to Haridwar private vehicle
• Day 02 to Day 07 :- Breakfast and Dinner at the time of event
• Day 02 to Day 07 :- Triple sharing accommodation
• Dormitory stay in Tent at Kedarnath
• Tour Leader / Guide and other Professionals
• Shikhar Vedh Administrator Charges

Exclusions:

• Mumbai – Haridwar – Mumbai :- Airfare / Train fare
• Day 1 & Day 7 :- Haridwar Stay
• Any Expenses of Personal nature such as Travel and medical insurance, Additional Porterage or transportation
• Daily Lunch
• Any additional expenses caused by reason beyond our control such as natural calamities (landslides, floods etc.), any accidents, medical evacuations, riots, strikes, evacuation costs etc. Stay charge that could be enforced during this period will be extra and need to be borne by the participant
• Any service not specifically mentioned in the Includes sections.
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For confirmation book with advance Rs 14500/- pp (Non-refundable)

Name: JAGADISH GOVIND PATIL
ICICI Bank A/c No.: – 026801521464 
Vartak Nagar Branch, Thane (W)
Ifsc code: ICIC0000268
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OR
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Googlepay : 9702121373
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If interested do call or ping me on 9702121373 – Jagadish Patil
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Free Time to enjoy Solapur City

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The Expenditure for the Trip is  Rs 5950 /- per Head .
This includes MUMBAI to SOLAPUR & Back SLeeper Coach (SL) class Train Journey ; Solapur to Solapur transport by private vehicle for two days, 4 refreshments, 3 Veg Meals , accommodation in hotel and Entry fees
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Please book in Advance with payment of Rs. 3950/- pp (Non-refundable) … Deposit the amount on following account