Bhutan And The Brahmaputra
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Highlights
- Visit Khamsum Yulley Namgyel Chorten, a newly built stupa.
- Visit Wangduephodrang famous for its bamboo products, slate and stone carvings.
- Explore to the Simtokha Dzong
- Visit Kaziranga National Park
- Visit to the distinctive Ta Dzong and Rinpung Dzong
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- Cruise Price Includes: 7-night cruise on the MV Mahabaahu including all main meals, excursions as described, port dues,
- Guide services (English language),
- Jugged coffee and selection of teas,
- Mineral water and the services of a cruise director. Land section: 7-nights in hotels as described (or similar),
- 7 breakfasts, 5 lunches & 5 dinners on the land section of the tour,
- Flight Kolkata - Paro - Kolkata - Guwahati,
- All transfers, porterage at hotels,
- Airports and cruise, all taxes, entrance fees,
- All transport in Bhutan,
- Services of an English speaking guide in Bhutan,
- Bhutan Government Royalty, Taxes, Bhutan Visa Fee.
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Itinerary
Transfer to the Taj Bengal Hotel for one-night stay on a room and breakfast basis.
This morning, we take a panoramic flight into the Himalayas to Paro, where we are met by our Bhutanese hosts and transferred by road to Thimphu, the capital city of Bhutan. Early evening visit to Tashichhodzong, the beautiful medieval fortress/monastery housing most o...
Morning exploration of Thimphu, visiting the National Library, art school, traditional Medicine Institute and the fascinating textile and folk Heritage Museum, a fascinating testimony of the Bhutanese culture and living traditions. After lunch we visit the Handicrafts...
Travel through incredibly beautiful scenery to Punakha via the magnificent Dochula pass with its enchanting views. At Punakha we check into the Khuru Resort (or similar) for 1-night stay on full board basis. Later we visit the Punakha Dzong, the 17th century fortress,...
Drive to Paro including a visit to the Simtokha Dzong, the oldest fortress of the Kingdom built in 1627 that now houses the School for religious studies. At Paro, check into the Tashi Namgay Resort (or similar) for 2-night stay on a full board basis. Afternoon visit t...
One of the highlights of this trip is our trip by pony through stunning mountain scenery to Taktsang Monastery, the most famous of Bhutanese monasteries. It is said that Guru Rinpoche arrived here on the back of a tigress and meditated at this monastery, hence it’s na...
Transfer to Paro airport and fly back to Kolkata. Guided tour of Kolkata including a visit to the marble-white Victoria Memorial, St Paul’s Cathedral and Mother Teresa’s House.
Transfer to airport and fly to Guwahati, from where we transfer to the M.V. Mahabaahu on the Brahmaputra River. via a visit to the ‘Kama-khya Temple’, devoted to the goddess of desire. Set sail passing Peacock Island, famous for the endangered Golden Langur. Enjoy an evening welcome dinner and talk.
Spend the day enjoying the stunning natural scenery and wildlife of the Brahmaputra River. Observe river dolphins and birds of prey as we pass uninhabited islands and the fragile communities that live here. After tea enjoy a talk on ‘The River Brahmaputra and the tribal life that exists alongside’.
Pass Tezpur and a gigantic 3 Km long arched bridge arriving at Silghat, where we take an excursion through stunning countryside to a tea estate and factory producing the famous Assam tea.
Our expedition continues with a visit to the UNESCO accredited Kaziranga National Park where we enjoy a safari on elephant searching for the elusive Greater One-Horned Indian Rhinoceros and Indian tiger. We continue to Bagori, where by open jeep we further explore the...
After more dramatic scenic cruising, we take a boat safari on the Eastern range of Kaziranga where River Dhansiri and River Brahmaputra meet. Here, observe wildlife at its most natural including pied kingfishers, eagles, vultures, water buffalos, monitor lizards and otters. Dinner is enjoyed al fresco on a deserted island.
Visit a local village on what is the world’s largest river island and home to the ethnic ‘Mishing’ people. Here, women weave on handlooms to create characterful costumes and we enjoy a demonstration of a Dhoti & Chaddor - traditional dresses for the men and women of the Mishing communities. It is a pleasant place to explore.
Arrive at the ancient town of Majuli, where we explore the impressive Satras dating back to the 15th century. We continue to Sibsagar, capital of the Tai-speaking Ahoms who came from Yunnan and China in the 13th Century AD. Explore the Shiva Dol, built in 1734, the highest Shiva temple in India. Our day is completed with an insight into the making of Assam tea from a tea estate family.
Disembark after breakfast and transfer to the airport.
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Accommodation 2 suites on Deck 1, 9 Superior Cabins with balcony on Deck 1 Superior Cabins without balcony – 11 on Deck 2 and 2 on Deck 1 A very Assamese décor with a silk panel in golden moga silk White Eri silk shears Panoramic glass windows leading to private balconies New bathrooms with showers and branded quality fittings Bathrobes and slippers Spa-branded amenities: shampoo/conditioner/body wash/hand wash/moisturiser Unlimited mineral water Free use of mini DVD player on request and selection of DVDs from our library (subject to availability) Electric mini safe Central AC with individual control Imported quality linens with duvet and two kind of pillows (on demand) Premium mattresses Convertible bed configuration A farewell gift Make-up mirror Multi-configuration plugs Generous closet space and under-bed storage Hair dryer Daily nightly turndown service 24 hour laundry service on charge Complimentary evening chocolates Wining & Dining Local master chef heading an experienced international culinary team Buffet breakfast, buffet lunch, semi-seated dinner and seated theme dinners Daily lean & light menu options Complimentary coffee, water, tea & coffee Extensive wine list with premium wines Series of cultural performances, educational talks, cooking classes, and ship tour Welcome Drink on arrival Welcome cocktail on the Donyi Polo Deck Farewell Reception Sun deck bar from sunrise to sunset Pool table on the Parshuram Deck 24hrs hospitality bar Onboard bakery with daily freshly baked breads and rolls
Built: 2012 in Calcutta Length: 55m / 10m Draft: 1.65m / 1.85m Berths: 46pax
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7 Breakfasts, 5 Lunches & 5 Dinners on the land section of the tour
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