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It has been said that everything was destroyed in Tibet – so what’s left to see?
Much of the cultural heritage was destroyed between 951-1979. Whilst Tibetans in Tibet are making every effort to re-establish...
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Are there any requirements for traveling with children?
As there are discounts for children traveling in Tibet, it needn’t break the bank if you bring kids along....
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Are there any special requirements for senior travelers?
Wind Horse Tours feel honored to operate the trips of senior travelers. Hotels, guides and tour operators are all...
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Are there any special requirements for disabled travelers?
A cultural tour in Tibet is a challenge for a traveler with physical disabilities, but it can be made...
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Are there any precautions for Gay & Lesbian Travelers?
Like most Asians, Tibetans believe that what one does in private is strictly a personal matter, and they would...
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Are there any precautions for women travelers?
Tibet prides itself on its lack of a class system and an absence of sexual discrimination. Tibetan women have...
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Where do I find more information about Tibet?
To enhance your travel experience in Tibet; to learn more, prepare better and enjoy the country better as a...
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How do I exchange my money?
Chinese Currency is called Renmibi or RMB in short or also called Chinese Yuan. While in China-Tibet, it’s always...
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What are common means of transportation to travel within Tibet?
Travel within Tibet is mainly by motor vehicle or trek. The only railway recently started connects Lhasa via Golmud...
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Is there any way we could go the TAR by Train?
Yes, the Qinghai-Tibet (Qingzang) Railway from Golmud to Lhasa started operating in July 2006. The journey all the way...
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What is the Tipping structure in practise in Bhutan? Is it same for trek and tour?
Tipping is optional than mandatory. However, it is expected in our trade and has become a kind of tradition....
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Does the Bhutanese government have any policies concerning the acquisition of handcrafts and other products (such tea) in small quantities?
Generally all the items (Handicrafts) that are displayed in Souvenir shop are endorsed and cleared by Trade and Custom....
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Young women Traveler to Bhutan
Young women Traveler to Bhutan. I am travelling to Bhutan as solo young woman to Bhutan? Is it dangerous...
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When is the Weekend Market in Bhutan and where is it?
Weekend Market in Bhutan or Bazaar. When is this weekend market and where are they held. Are they interesting...
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Do you recommend travelers receive rabies vaccine?
Answer – US CDC (Center for Disease Control and Prevention) recommends Rabies Vaccine for those visiting Bhutan, India, Nepal,...
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Once the Booking is received ?
Once The Booking is received? Once the booking is executed after depositing USD 200 from your end, generally, one...
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Are there availability of hospitals/ health care centers along the way?
Main referral hospital is in Thimphu, but you can find health care center in other towns also equipped enough...