The word Bhutan evokes a far reaching reactions to the minds to the outside world. Mostly swinging to the extremes - it is generally perceived as paradise on earth or country isolated and trapped on time wrapped. This 7 days tour widely opens the window that can lay rest to these reactions.. As this tour provide a close encounter with living and unique culture, tradition and religions values along with its spectacular natural beauty, pristine environment ,fabulous architecture. All along the beautiful valley of Thimphu, Punakha and Paro that forms the major portion of western Bhutan.
Starting from capital, Thimphu, which houses some major contemporary attractions as well historical, After visiting Thimphu valley, we drive east, you will cross Docula pass on the crest of a ridge at 3050 m. On clear day, astounding view of snow covered peaks of the eastern Himalayas is conspicuous.Passing through the magnificent group of 108 chortensat Docula then the road descend steeply to bring to fertile Punakha valley, continuing a little further will reach under renovation Wangdi Dzong, dramatically straddling the ridge. After stopping here for a few night, we retrace our step back via Docula pass into Paro valley, one of most beautiful valley in the country, after visiting major religiousand cultural attractions, we bring the curtain down to the odyssey with hike to famous Tiger’s nest (Taktsang) monastery.
Outline Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive in Paro – Thimphu Upon arrival in Paro, you are met by Wind Horse Guide & driver and transferred to Thimphu, which takes around 1hr from the airport.This afternoon visit attractions of Thimphu according to your interests and available time. This may include Tashicho Dzong, which is the main Govt. center with kings’ throne room. Visit Farmer’s market, which is more vibrant during the weekends. Overnight in the hotel in Thimphu.
Day 2: Thimphu Valley Tour The capital of Bhutan also has most things to see for visitors. A full day tour of Thimphu’s cultural sites and monuments may include Memorial Chorten, traditional Art school or Painting school, Indigenous Hospital, Nunnery at Zilukha, a short drive up to a view point for aerial view of the capital and its suburbs. Along the way, visit Takin Sanctuary, the national animal of Bhutan. Also visit giant Buddha statue. There are others like Zangdopelri temple, Changangkha monastery, Simtokha Dzong, Crafts workshop, Textile museum which can be visited as per available time or based on your interests. Overnight in hotel in Thimphu.
Day 3: Thimphu – Punakha/Wangdue The drive from Thimphu to Punakha across spectacular Dochula takes about 3hrs. From Thimphu, road climbs up to Dochula pass (3,050m),where you have opportunity to view the peaks of the eastern Himalayas. Descend into Wangdue/Punakha valley. Punakha-Wangdue valley is lower (about 1450m above sea leel) and it enjoys sub-tropical climate. In the afternoon, visit impressive Punakha Dzong at the confluence of the two rivers. Later drive short distance north through the idyllic countryside and walk short distance uphill to Khamsum Chorten on Nyenzangang hill. The views from here of the terraced rice fields, dotted with traditional houses, the river and the valley surrounded by mountains is amazing ! On the way to the hotel, stop to visit the township of Punakha at Khuruthang. Overnight in hotel.
Day 4: Wangdue /Punakha - Paro Check-out of the hotel. Take a short walk into the village and visit Chimi Lhakhang temple, dedicated to Lam Drukpa Kuenley, affectionately known as “Divine Madman,” for his unconventional ways of teaching using dirty jokes.He is a folk hero and a cultural icon around whom countless yarns of facts and fiction, stories and legends have been spun. Make a brief tour of Wangdue Phodrang; view the ruins of its Dzong, drive through the town area, and return drove to Thimphu recrossing magnificent Dochula pass, with one more opportunity to see the panoramic views of the Eastern Himalayan peaks. (If you are interested in walking, you can skip Chimi Lakhang & Wangdue this morning and instead take a beautiful hike for about 3hrs from Dochula to Trashigang monastery via Lungchuzekha monastery. The hike is quite easy or moderate. From Trashigang meet the vehicle and drive to Thimphu).After Thimphu, continue 1hr drive to Paro. Along the way, there is a nice small nunnery at Sitsina that you can visit. Upon arrival in Paro, stroll around the town and the check-into you hotel for dinner and overnight. Overnight in hotel in Paro.
Day 5: Paro Valley Tour Paro valley is one of the loveliest in Bhutan. The willow trees and apple or chards line many of the roads. Large whitewashed farmhouses and temples complement the terraced fields with forested hills rising on either side to create a beautiful, organic and peaceful whole. Paro is also excellent agricultural land and the people here are better off than many elsewhere in Bhutan.We’ll tour by short drives and walks to see its many attractions such the Drugyal Dzong ruins, Ta Dzong (watchtower) which houses the museum, Rinphung Dzong fortress, the beautiful 7th century Kichu Lhakhang temple, local farm house, and also cover Dumtse Lhakhang temple, known to hold some of the finest murals in the kingdom. Overnight in Paro.
Day 6: Paro Valley (Takstang) Our journey in Kingdom culminates with a hike to the most famous pilgrimage site in Bhutan: Taktsang Goempa (tiger’s nest) monastery (at about 3100m/10,100ft). Visible from afar, this magical monastery clings to a vertical granite cliff 1,000 feet above the valley floor, defying logic, gravity, and reason in the quest for spiritual enlightenment. It is one of the most amazing and important pieces of architecture in Bhutan. (If for some reason, some of the members wish to skip hike to Taktsang, our Guide and driver can arrange other interesting alternatives for them.)You can also hire pony for the uphill part, till the first view point & cafeteria but you must be able to walk back downhill on return. The steep hike to the first view point or cafeteria (at 2940m/9,650ft) takes between 1-2hrs (ascending about 300m/1,000ft) from the starting point. From here it is another half hour or so to higher spectacular lookout point after ascending another 200m/650ft that puts you eyeball to eyeball with the monastery. From this vantage point, Takstang seems close enough to touch but it is on the far side of deep chasm and takes a knee breaking descent and ascending of another 40 minutes or so to the monastery. While some will probably not make it all the way to the monastery, but even to get to the first view point is really worth all the effort. Upon return from the hike, we may have time to visit the ruins of Drugyal Dzong. Farewell dinner. Overnight in the hotel, in Paro valley.
Day 7: Departure After breakfast, transfer to Paro airport in time for your departure flight.
Group SizeDepending on Group size
MealsAll meals
Trip AccommodationBest Tourist Hotels
RouteThimphu-Punakha-Paro
Trip Type
Cultural Tour
Trip SeasonsSuitable for all seaseon
Best MonthsJanuary, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December
Prices & Dates
Cost Information
Cost is based on the number of participants. For details contact us.
Trip Dates:
Private Journeys for independent travel with your own dates.
Included
Bhutan Royalties, tourists fees, Visa fees and taxes.
Accommodations in listed or similar hotels (pleasant hotels 3-4 star type)
All meals,including evening tea/coffee etc through-out the tour in Bhutan.
All land transfers, sightseeing with entrance fees.
Experienced English Speaking Bhutanese Tour Guide.
Bottled water in the vehicle and other comp. services.
Not included
Flights into and out of Bhutan
Optional Travel/Medical Insurance
Personal expenses such as bars, beverages in the hotel, telephone, laundry, trips, and others.
Hotel Druk a luxury four-star hotel is a part of the Tashi Group and has been in operation since 1985. Over the years, it has been renovated to give it a chic and modern edge that is powerfully felt in uncluttered spaces. Each floor, differently insp...
Namgay Heritage Hotel is one of the finest luxuries that Bhutan has to offer to its tourists. Located just a walking distance from the heart of Thimphu city. The property houses 4 different structures which are the main building, the Conference hall,...
This 19th century Bhutanese courtyard styled building was once the residence of Paro Penlop (Governor), who also was one of the prince. The building has historical charm. The rooms are varying in sizes and views. The central building is converted int...
The resort is a 5 acre property,located conveniently in the heart of Paro but away from the distractions of the main town, Tashi Namgay Resort offers you a calm and peaceful environment within a five-acre compound. A unique blend of traditional Bhuta...
Meri Puensum, established in 1999, is one of the first resorts to come up in the serene and culture-rich valley of Punakha. Run by a family, the resort takes special care to attend to the needs of its guests in the true tradition of Bhutanese hospita...
Zhingkham Resort in Punakha is the newest unit of Bhutan Hotels & Restaurants.
With one of the most beautiful breathtaking scenic views of the Punakha valley, the resort is located on a mountain high above the valley. Wellbeing at the resort is enha...
Sonam Palden is smitten by games most notably national sports of Bhutan- Archery.While growing up in beautiful Ura valley in Bumthang, unlike other kid, he played with traditional traditional bows and arrows. He completed his class 12 from Punakha in 2003. Subsequently he pursued his passion for five years that took him to national limelight. But he missed by whisker to qualify for international.
Slightly disheartened, he refocussed with same intensity and passion to make a mark as a travel guide. In 2008, brandishing his guide license and dream in his eyes he joined Wind Horse , the rest as they is history…
One of the guest said, ” If not a travel guide, Sonam could be Buddhist scholar and his command over english concedes to be an Oxford educated”.
There is hardly any prize for guessing for what he does during his free time, 145 m (476 ft) between 2 wooden targets in archery ground still rules his passion with frenzy.
Love for sport is inherent in him, when Wind Horse started specialised tour like mountain Biking, he jumped into bandwagon happily, although he was doing mountain biking before but in bits and pieces, an opportunity was served on platter, it largely assisted him to hone his skill as well to live to his sporting adrenaline rushes. Whenever free he does a recce of region lying in Thimphu and leads the tour across country. The most audacious biking trip till date along with Sonam Loday, Sonam Palden was from Haa to Phuentsholing via narrow trail, through untamed vegetation and uncharted territory.
In Haa
On Right – Sonam carring the Bike
Sonam Palden on Haa trip, carring Bike due to no roads
Chencho Dem is a mother, doting wife and a travel guide. Its a conventional wisdom that a person should keep home front in harmony to achieve a better result at work, she manage all with perfection, no wonder its clearly reflects on the way she conduct the tours with smile and cheerfulness at large.
After finishing her class 12 from Thimphu in 2010, though there were varied options but she chose to pursue Hotel Management and tourism programme for 2 years. Rather than being behind the desk, she felt she could expressed better being in field. She led many tours as freelance guide for Aman Kora and finally joined Wind Horse Tours in 2014. She is also among the few lady guides in the country who has treaded upon most of the trekking routes in Bhutan.
Tashi Gyeltshen is like any boy next door. He hails from quaint village in Paro. His initialing school was in and around Paro districts. His love for nature was imbibed while growing up in the beautiful Paro valley and stayed strong till date
His passion for studies took him to Shillong, a hill station in North East India to do degree course in management in 2010. After completing, he felt he could contribute and express himself well by being part of Tourism Industry. Subsequently, he completed his guiding course in 2012. He is as well versed in cultural aspects as in trek. He is more than useful, when it comes to understand flora as well as untying the knot of intricate Buddhists iconography for he did refresher course in 2013.
Well equipped, he joined Wind Horse Tour in October 2013. He has led countless cultural Tours and trek with flair and diligent.
One of the guest fondly remarked ” Yeshey Penjor may be short in stature but he walks real tall in term of dedication, knowledge and the way he carries and does his work” Except perhaps during the nightmare at night, he wear his smile almost all the time. His soft spokenness and demeanour make him most sought after guide for guests travelling with kids. He gel with kids like as any good adhesive and impress the adults with his profound knowledge on subjects and his conduct.
For over 5 years he has been leading guests with panache and authority both culture and trekking. But he jumped gleefully into when he is assigned to do the trek. For his love for lush natural amphitheatre of vegetation and wildlife date back to growing days in far flung village in Mongar ( Eastern Bhutan).
He make up his lack of interest for sport with serious hiking. The best place to find him over weekend or free time is at camping hotspot within the vicinity of Thimphu.
5 "" Dear Anand,
We greatly enjoyed our trip. Please find our review below:
Bhutan has achieved the perfect balance between cultural preservation and modernization. We felt as though we had a genuine experience yet at the same time we were not lacking for comfort in the hotels or with our guide Pema and
Window to Bhutan Tour for Shantelle & Friend Dear Anand,
We greatly enjoyed our trip. Please find our review below:
Bhutan has achieved the perfect balance between cultural preservation and
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Shantelle
Dear Anand,
We greatly enjoyed our trip. Please find our review below:
Bhutan has achieved the perfect balance between cultural preservation and modernization. We felt as though we had a genuine experience yet at the same time we were not lacking for comfort in the hotels or with our guide Pema and driver Dowa. I am not generally a fan of guided tours and was wary of a mandatory guide but I can say without hesitation that these were the best guides I’ve ever had. Attentive and friendly, but not overbearing. Pema took us on some awesome hikes that were wild and challenging but wound up being our favorite part of the trip. For anyone who is active we highly recommend the country walking tour: it was the perfect blend between cultural sightseeing and trekking in a compressed amount of time. Haa Valley was beautiful; don’t miss the hot stone bath. Pack for a variety of weather, and bring long pants and sleeves for modesty at the temples. The food in Bhutan is healthy and tasty (watch out for the spicy!) but there is not much variety from rice, meat, and veggies. Our guides did their best to provide the best food, including Homestay cooked meals but be aware that most meals in Bhutan are set-menu or buffet. Come if you can during the cultural festivals. We happened to be here for the one in Paro and while there were crowds, it was not unreasonable and it was interesting to pop in for a couple hours at a time to see the dances. Our guide did a great job tweaking our itinerary to achieve a harmony between seeing many temples and getting outdoors, as well as accommodating our requests to attend the festival and do some shopping. Do know that touristy souvenirs, especially when bought in Paro or Thimphu are ludicrously expensive - think hundreds of dollars for the same painting, statue, scarf, etc. that would costs 10 times less in Nepal. If you buy more locally you can get nice things for a reasonable price. The locals here are generally lovely, and overall we had a fantastic time that was worth every penny.
Best,
Bindu Chhachhi
Perth, Australia
20 - 26 March,2019
5 "" Our guide Sonam and Driver Guddu are your assets. Both demonstrated true Bhutanese spirit by their humble, caring, polite nature. Both are well informed, knowledgeable, hospitable, gentle and friendly.
We were very fortunate to have them as our crew in this tour.
Tashi Delek,
Bindu and Aussie group from Perth , WA.
Bindu & Group Bhutan Tour Our guide Sonam and Driver Guddu are your assets. Both demonstrated true Bhutanese spirit by their humble, caring, polite nature.
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Bindu Chhachhi
Our guide Sonam and Driver Guddu are your assets. Both demonstrated true Bhutanese spirit by their humble, caring, polite nature. Both are well informed, knowledgeable, hospitable, gentle and friendly.
We were very fortunate to have them as our crew in this tour.
5 "" Hello there,
This is to let you know that we arrived home safely on 27th March.
The essence of a holiday, be it a trek or tour is to return home safe and sound.
Our group enjoyed immensely our 6 nights in Bhutan.
The highlight,of course, is the Taksang Monastery in Paro.
Our activities were
Bindu & Group Bhutan Tour Hello there,
This is to let you know that we arrived home safely on 27th March.
The essence of a holiday, be
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Bindu Chhachhi
Hello there,
This is to let you know that we arrived home safely on 27th March.
The essence of a holiday, be it a trek or tour is to return home safe and sound.
Our group enjoyed immensely our 6 nights in Bhutan.
The highlight,of course, is the Taksang Monastery in Paro.
Our activities were just enough to remember in each individual's Memory Lane.
Dressing up in Kira and Gho was enjoyed tremendously by the group.
Thank you very much on behalf of the group and myself fro making our tour very memorable,enjoyable and safe.
5 "" Dear Anand,
I just wanted to let you know my clients are now home from their travels.
They had a wonderful time in Bhutan and thought the services you provided were excellent.
They even managed to climb the whole way up to Tiger's Nest and they were not sure if they would be
Dear Anand,
I just wanted to let you know my clients are now home from their travels.
They had a wonderful time in Bhutan and thought the services you provided were excellent.
They even managed to climb the whole way up to Tiger's Nest and they were not sure if they would be able to.
Thank you for making it a holiday of a life time for them!
Hannah
British Indian Ocean Territory
Sept - 28 - 04 Oct, 2018
5 "" We had a wonderful time in Bhutan, and thank you to you and all the Windhorse team for making our holiday so enjoyable. Sonam was a fantastic guide, very knowledgeable and great fun. Please pass on our special thanks to him as I was quite tired throughout the holiday and
We had a wonderful time in Bhutan, and thank you to you and all the Windhorse team for making our holiday so enjoyable. Sonam was a fantastic guide, very knowledgeable and great fun. Please pass on our special thanks to him as I was quite tired throughout the holiday and had a couple of dizzy spells and Sonam was very kind. Just before leaving the UK we found out we were expecting a baby in April next year, which was wonderful news but I was just starting to experience the sickness and fatigue that often accompanies early pregnancy. Sonam was great and was very relaxed about the schedule which allowed me to have some extra time at the hotels to rest. We have promised him that we will visit Bhutan again with our children so he can take us horse riding! We have been talking to our friends and family about how wonderful Bhutan was, and recommending the great service we received from Windhorse.
5 "" OUR PACKAGE FROM 15TH APRIL 2018 TO 21ST APRIL 2018 WAS ASSISTED BY MR. RAJAT GUPTA, NEW DELHI. HE WAS EXTREMELY HELPFUL AND TOOK GOOD CARE IN SELECTION OF HOTELS AND ITINERARY. THANK YOU SO MUCH MR. RAJAT GUPTA.
OUR SPECIAL THANKS TO TASHI, GUIDE AND THE VAN DRIVER WHOSE NAME
FABULOUS BHUTAN TRIP OUR PACKAGE FROM 15TH APRIL 2018 TO 21ST APRIL 2018 WAS ASSISTED BY MR. RAJAT GUPTA, NEW DELHI. HE WAS
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OUR PACKAGE FROM 15TH APRIL 2018 TO 21ST APRIL 2018 WAS ASSISTED BY MR. RAJAT GUPTA, NEW DELHI. HE WAS EXTREMELY HELPFUL AND TOOK GOOD CARE IN SELECTION OF HOTELS AND ITINERARY. THANK YOU SO MUCH MR. RAJAT GUPTA.
OUR SPECIAL THANKS TO TASHI, GUIDE AND THE VAN DRIVER WHOSE NAME WE HAD FORGOTTEN. TASHI WAS MORE LIKE OUR FAMILY MEMBER, VERY WARM AND FRIENDLY. HE WAS WITH US ALL THROUGH OUR TRIP FROM START TO FINISH. HE MADE THE TRIP EXTREMELY MEMORABLE. HE ALSO SHARED HIS LUNCH WITH US WHEN WE WERE TREKKING TIGER NEST. WE ENJOYED HIS COMPANY AND MISSED HIM WHEN WE RETURNED TO INDIA. OUR HEART FELT GRATITUDE TO HIM. GOD BLESS.
OVERALL EXPERIENCE IS 10 ON 10.
5 "" The mountains, rivers, forests and rice fields are beautiful and all considered to be alive and intelligent in Bhutan culture. The monasteries, Dzongs and markets are fascinating. But is the kindness and generous hearts of the Bhutanese people that made my trip so pleasant. In particular, the patience and kindness
A Peaceable Kingdom The mountains, rivers, forests and rice fields are beautiful and all considered to be alive and intelligent in Bhutan culture.
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Terry
The mountains, rivers, forests and rice fields are beautiful and all considered to be alive and intelligent in Bhutan culture. The monasteries, Dzongs and markets are fascinating. But is the kindness and generous hearts of the Bhutanese people that made my trip so pleasant. In particular, the patience and kindness of Yeshi and Chimi, my guide and driver, that make the experience more wonderful than I could expect from any tour company.
5 "" Hi Anand,
Thank you for reaching out. My daughter and I would like you to know that we had an absolutely fantastic time in Bhutan. The country is beautiful, the people are friendly, and there were many truly amazing sites to see. Our guide Yentin and driver, Mister Jetney, were both
Window to Bhutan (Sept, 2018) Hi Anand,
Thank you for reaching out. My daughter and I would like you to know that we had an absolutely
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Pat
Hi Anand,
Thank you for reaching out. My daughter and I would like you to know that we had an absolutely fantastic time in Bhutan. The country is beautiful, the people are friendly, and there were many truly amazing sites to see. Our guide Yentin and driver, Mister Jetney, were both wonderful and very accommodating. We enjoyed our time with them, and were sorry to say goodbye at the end of the trip. The high point for us was of course the hike to Tiger's Nest. What an awesome experience. We have no low points on this trip.
Thank you again for being so well organized and taking such good care of us. We will definitely recommend Wind Horse Tours.
Zuzanna Katarzyna Flokiewicz
Poland
14 -20, April, 2018
4 "" Thank you for your email and apologies for the late reply. I am traveling and I am not checking my emails very often.
The trip was very interesting. Buthan is a beautiful country. My guide was very knowledgeable and also a nice person to talk to. Also the driver was really
Window to Bhutan – April 2018 Thank you for your email and apologies for the late reply. I am traveling and I am not checking my
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Zuzanna Katarzyna Flokiewicz
Thank you for your email and apologies for the late reply. I am traveling and I am not checking my emails very often.
The trip was very interesting. Buthan is a beautiful country. My guide was very knowledgeable and also a nice person to talk to. Also the driver was really good. I was surprised that I was not feeling bad even once, considering how curvy roads are.
I must admit though that I was a bit disappointed and at times frustrated with the program. I think that 0.5 day in Thimphu and 1 day in Paro would be enough (I spent there 1.5 and 2 days respectively). The remaining time could have been spent on visiting another site.
Apart from the above, I was very happy with the tour.
4 "" Steve and I really enjoyed our trip to Bhutan.
Highlights for us was visiting the art school, textile museum and paper making factory in Thimphu. The hotel was lovely but the downside was not being able to sleep because of the many dogs barking in the square.
The fort at Punakha was
Steve and I really enjoyed our trip to Bhutan.
Highlights for us was visiting the art school, textile museum and paper making factory in Thimphu. The hotel was lovely but the downside was not being able to sleep because of the many dogs barking in the square.
The fort at Punakha was amazing. The four of us were all surprised when Pema explained that we would have a 6 hour car drive the following day to the Ha Valley - as it was stated in the itinerary it was 3 hours. However, Pema did explain that was the distance from the temple at the pass. We decided to give this a miss as we didn't want to extend our travel time any extra longer.
We really enjoyed the Ha Valley experience - of particular note was the lovely lunch we had in a private home. I also enjoyed the walk with school children up the village path to our lovely Hotel / Home Stay. An upsetting incident happened as we were about to depart the Ha Hotel - Delna was bitten by dog and we had to go immediately to the local hospital. The doctors told us they had treated 2 Australian tourists the day before and it seems quite a common event. Some travel warning about this would have been appreciated.
The four of us all made it to the Tiger's Nest !
Hermance Maria Puench
Australia
08 - 14,March, 2018
5 "" First of all I apologise for the delay in my review. I got back to Australia a few days ago.
I am very pleased with my trip to Bhutan.
First of all your reactiveness was great, every time I had a request or a question you would reply to me in a
First of all I apologise for the delay in my review. I got back to Australia a few days ago.
I am very pleased with my trip to Bhutan.
First of all your reactiveness was great, every time I had a request or a question you would reply to me in a few hours, it was great tot know that you were onto it.
I did find it a bit difficult to use the kimkim platform, maybe because I only had phone. I did not receive the attachments you send on kimkim and I was unable to upload documents (I had to get my partner to do it for me from Australia).
The flights were good. Landing in Paro I was struck by how fresh and crips the air was (compared to polluted Kathmandu!), it was the best feeling.
My guide Tashi was very nice, knowledgeable, and friendly. I learned a lot, about Bhutan and Buddhism. Every request I had he would try his best to fulfil it. He organised a Hot Stone bath at his family's house. It was great to meet his family and enjoy a traditional Hot Stone Bath, especially after hiking the Tiger's nest that morning.
The first day did feel a little rushed, but the rest of the time the schedule was well paced. I wish I had time to go a bit further than Punakha. It was very convenient to have the car and drive (I am sorry I forgot his name), to stop where ever I wanted to, giving us flexibility.
The accommodation was great. The Bhutan Suites in Thimphu was very comfortable and helpful staff.
I really enjoyed the homestay at Chimi Lhakhang. My hosts were very friendly, they spoke perfect english, let me cook with them. I felt welcome and it gave me a deeper understanding of the culture. I am glad I stayed there two nights. Gangtey Palace in Paro was amazing. The building is quite impressive, beautiful views on the Dzong and mountains, the room big and comfortable. The only disappointing part was the weak wifi connection from my room (but hey, that's ok). I was lucky though, as on my last night there, they hosted a special event and I could see traditional dancing (which I wouldn't have seen otherwise).
The food was tasty and fresh, especially at the homestay as I got to cook with my hosts and witness how meals are shared. After the second day, lunches were disappointing as I realised it was always the same buffet (veggie noodles, rice, veggies, spinach...). I wish I could have ordered different options.
In a way it was good to be one on one with the guide but I do wish the tour included other people. It is always nice to discover new places with people to share your impressions with and I was a bit lonely in the evening as the tour finishes quite early in the day (4/5pm).
I enjoyed the hikes and visiting temples (even though it did feel like a lot of temples by the end of the week). I am glad I got to see the archery competition. The Hot Stone bath and the Tiger's nest hike (great to do early in the morning) as well as the home stay were the highlights of my trip. I feel like Bhutan is a country like no other. I am delighted I got to experience it. The tour was great. I understand and appreciate the bhutanese approach to tourism. I had a great time. Than you very much for your help and organising it all for me. I would love to go back one day and visit the East, I will let you know when ;)
5 "" Our group of 4 just returned from a 7 day tour of Bhutan. From the beginning of my contact with Bas, to touring the amazing countryside of Bhutan with Sonam and Tawa (guides from Bhutan). My experience was phenomenal, two thumbs up for the curtosy, kindness and professionalism of all
Window to Bhutan -April, 2018 Our group of 4 just returned from a 7 day tour of Bhutan. From the beginning of my contact with
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Richard Masla
Our group of 4 just returned from a 7 day tour of Bhutan. From the beginning of my contact with Bas, to touring the amazing countryside of Bhutan with Sonam and Tawa (guides from Bhutan). My experience was phenomenal, two thumbs up for the curtosy, kindness and professionalism of all the staff.
5 "" This is long overdue. My partner & I have planned our Bhutan trip since last year. We were working with another tour company when we came upon Wind Horse. Just our first phone conversation with Ugen, we knew we had to switch to Wind Horse and have not regretted our
Memorable Trip This is long overdue. My partner & I have planned our Bhutan trip since last year. We were working with
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Rowena
This is long overdue. My partner & I have planned our Bhutan trip since last year. We were working with another tour company when we came upon Wind Horse. Just our first phone conversation with Ugen, we knew we had to switch to Wind Horse and have not regretted our decision.
I had mixed emotions about this trip. I was excited to see this picturesque country but terrified about the trek to Tiger's Nest. Thanks to our wonderful guide, Kinley, and our quiet driver, Yamraj, (Raj, as we called him), they put my mind at ease. Kinley, who was very knowledgeable and attentive, kept us entertained with his antics and rendition of 'Desposito'. Raj, on the other hand, managed the winding roads of Bhutan like a pro and always made us feel safe as we drove from one site to the next.
The highlight of the trip, the trek to Tiger's Nest, had me on pins and needles but with Raj's help (I now call him 'my Savior'), I made it! He patiently helped me maneuver the uphill climb and those 800 steep steps. This trip was definitely a very memorable one, not only because Bhutan is such a beautiful country...Kinley & my Savior, Raj, played a big part, as well.
I highly recommend Wind Horse and the Kinley/Raj team.
5 "" We highly recommend Windhorse, our wonderful guide Tshering and our driver Subba.
We spent a week in Bhutan and it was absolutely wonderful. We visited the cultural highlights of Paro, Thimphu and Punakha. Tshering was very considerate about making the trip a special holiday for us. He tailored the trip to
Highly recommended We highly recommend Windhorse, our wonderful guide Tshering and our driver Subba.
We spent a week in Bhutan and it was
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Rose
We highly recommend Windhorse, our wonderful guide Tshering and our driver Subba.
We spent a week in Bhutan and it was absolutely wonderful. We visited the cultural highlights of Paro, Thimphu and Punakha. Tshering was very considerate about making the trip a special holiday for us. He tailored the trip to our wishes, even showed us his home. At the end of the trip, they even organized a surprise dinner for our 10 year anniversary! During the trip we had a lot of fun, both Tshering and Subba have a great sense of humor. Thank you for making this an unforgettable holiday.
4 "" Hi Anand
Sorry for the late report. I had a good time in Bhutan. I was able to have so many questions answered by my tour guide. I did the cultural tour. I was expecting fast pace tour but I guess I will need to schedule trek tour next time.I am vegan
Hi Anand
Sorry for the late report. I had a good time in Bhutan. I was able to have so many questions answered by my tour guide. I did the cultural tour. I was expecting fast pace tour but I guess I will need to schedule trek tour next time.I am vegan and I mentioned this to my tour guide. Some hotels did not have breakfast or any meal for vegans.The quality of transportation provided was great. My driver Guddu was awesome!Unfortunately, I suffered an accident coming down of Tiger’s Nest. I twisted my ankle and one of your tour guides Tashis carried me on his back all the way to the bottom of the hike.
After Bhutan I went to Kathmandu. Went to the hospital and turn out I fractured my ankle. I needed to cut short the remaining of my holiday.
1 "" We traveled to several different festivals in numerous cities, mixed with a few short hikes in between. A once in a lifetime experience. We loved the dances, the colourful costumes, and the journey through Bhutan. Thanks to our marvellous guide Tshering with the support of driver Kencho, the visits to
Bhutan Cultural Tour We traveled to several different festivals in numerous cities, mixed with a few short hikes in between. A once in
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Elinor and Sam
We traveled to several different festivals in numerous cities, mixed with a few short hikes in between. A once in a lifetime experience. We loved the dances, the colourful costumes, and the journey through Bhutan. Thanks to our marvellous guide Tshering with the support of driver Kencho, the visits to all the monasteries and castles were a great cultural inspiration. Teaching us Dzongkha expressions and songs made the long drives through the impressive mountains a very entertaining trip. We would highly recommend it. Thank you!
4 "" Dear Anand;
Both Bhutan and Sikkim trip went well. If I were to mention some specifics, services in Darjeeling Hotel (Little Tibet) was little less than expected. (This could have been due to the demand of several guests who were attending wedding of the owner's son). Wi-fi everywhere is an area
Bhutan Tour for Anil Shelat and Group Dear Anand;
Both Bhutan and Sikkim trip went well. If I were to mention some specifics, services in Darjeeling Hotel (Little
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Anil
Dear Anand;
Both Bhutan and Sikkim trip went well. If I were to mention some specifics, services in Darjeeling Hotel (Little Tibet) was little less than expected. (This could have been due to the demand of several guests who were attending wedding of the owner's son). Wi-fi everywhere is an area of improvement; but this is not specific to any hotel; it is probably due to heavy demand on the services.
Transportation in Bhutan was excellent and so was the guide.
On the whole the trip turned out well and we enjoyed it.
5 "" Hi there!
Celia and I had taken part in the “Window to Bhutan Tour” from 8/30 – 9/5 and we would like to share some positive feedback with you regarding our tour guide (Kinley) and driver (Jigme). Both have taken care of us so well during our trip. Kinley was knowledgeable,
Hi there!
Celia and I had taken part in the “Window to Bhutan Tour” from 8/30 – 9/5 and we would like to share some positive feedback with you regarding our tour guide (Kinley) and driver (Jigme). Both have taken care of us so well during our trip. Kinley was knowledgeable, attentive and definitely had a great sense of humour. Jigme was also friendly, conversational and attentive. More importantly, he was such a great driver that he transported us from point A to point B safely, despite some treacherous road conditions in your country! Both individuals have given us such a wonderful experience on our trip. We will definitely hire them as well as Wind horse again if we ever decide to return to your magical kingdom for a second visit. They have no doubt represented your company well.
5 "" Dear Mr. Sirs, I really want to thank you again for the most wonderful trip I have made in your beautiful country last April 17th. Asspecially our wonderful guide Duba and driver Dawa. Duba is so kind, attent, helpful, well informed about everything. As I arrange guided nature tours in
Dear Mr. Sirs, I really want to thank you again for the most wonderful trip I have made in your beautiful country last April 17th. Asspecially our wonderful guide Duba and driver Dawa. Duba is so kind, attent, helpful, well informed about everything. As I arrange guided nature tours in my country we bought Duba books about birds and flowers which he want himself to improve his knowledge. Even when I arrived at Delhi airport my driver and agent were waiting for me and dropped me off at the guide who showed me Delhi and dropped me at my hotel everything was well arranged. When you talk/call Duba pls. say hello to him from me. kind regards
5 "" Dear Anand and Ugyen,
Dear Laki,
What a phenomenal holiday! You have a lovely country and very nice fellow citizens.
Though there was a 6 hours delay at the day of arrival - rain in Paro obstructed the sight - we were still able to see a bit of the town. Mr. Yonten
Dear Anand and Ugyen,
Dear Laki,
What a phenomenal holiday! You have a lovely country and very nice fellow citizens.
Though there was a 6 hours delay at the day of arrival - rain in Paro obstructed the sight - we were still able to see a bit of the town. Mr. Yonten took us to a temple and gave a good first impression. As for the itinerary, the trip was and adventure in itself with all the road works. The flight to Bumthang was perfect, but 2 nights in the village might just seem a bit too long. We could have condensed it a bit more at that stage. Also, the hotel in Bumthang was not exactly the best value for money I believe. Though the rooms were brand new, they were not finished and had some child diseases. The food at the hotel can be improved.
As for the rest, great trip, great views, nice people… Bumthang, Trongsan and Punakha were very nice experiences. The last-day climb to the Tiger's nest unbelievable! By the way the hotels in Punakha, Timphu and Paro were very good. The trip has given us the real feeling of Bhutan, I believe. We enjoyed very much the company of our travel guide - who turned out to be an expert carpenter as well. Just ask Leki about Bhutanese windows - he has turned into an expert after our trip J And although we were faced with 2 car accidents - both not the driver's fault! - we took the situation at "zen". Our driver was responsible and had perfect grip on those narrow winding high-altitude mountain trails…
So all in all very positive and I thank you again for the assistance. Worth a strong recommendation!
All the best
TID 8753 Guide Lheki
Ian , Patricia & Lawrence Party
Keswick Road, Leatherhead Surrey, UK.
March 9 - 15, 2015
5 "" Dear Anand, On behalf of myself and my parents Trish and Ian, I would like to thank Windhorse for such an amazing experience. Our guide Sonam and driver Hemrag went far beyond the call of duty. My mum was sick to start with, not from Bhutan but from India, and
Dear Anand, On behalf of myself and my parents Trish and Ian, I would like to thank Windhorse for such an amazing experience. Our guide Sonam and driver Hemrag went far beyond the call of duty. My mum was sick to start with, not from Bhutan but from India, and then my father was also sick, again from food poisoning in India. Sonam organised antibiotics for my mum, and then my dad ended up in hospital on a drip. Sonam organised everything, quickly and professionally. We cannot praise him highly enough.
The main reason that I was in Bhutan was to bring some of my uncle's ashes to the country, as I am trying to take a small part of him to all the countries that he did not visit before he died. Sonam organised having his ashes made in to a Tsa Tsa stupa at a nun's monastery, and then he hiked with me for 8 hours above the Tigers Nest, so we could put the stupa as close to God as possible at the top of the mountain. He climbed trees to hang prayer flags and generally worked as hard as he could to make my wish a reality. All during the trip he was happy to change direction when I saw something that took my eye, and without him and the great team at Windhorse our Bhutan experience would not have been such a life changing one.
When I was refused exit from India, the Windhorse team passed messages on to my parents, and also helped me with information at very unfriendly hours of the night so that I could make another plan and as a result I only missed one day of the trip. It could have been a lot worse, and it was great to know that my parents were in such capable hands. Hemrag was a very safe driver, who kept his vehicle immaculate at all times. Never once did we feel unsafe in his hands. Best wishes.
TID - 8724 Window to Bhutan (Customised) 9 March to 15 March, 2015. Sonam Loday - guide.
Jummi T. R.
JL. KH Makassar Sulsel Indonesia
Feb 23 - March 01, 2015
5 "" TID 8737 (23 feb - 1 March) 2015 Guide - Pema Dhendup.
Dear Windhorse Travel.
I wrote this on behalf of my family Jummi Tandung Raya :
"Your service is very nice and kind. Your tour provide me any equipment and tools needed, including instant noodle, drink and some medicine when I am
TID 8737 (23 feb - 1 March) 2015 Guide - Pema Dhendup.
Dear Windhorse Travel.
I wrote this on behalf of my family Jummi Tandung Raya :
"Your service is very nice and kind. Your tour provide me any equipment and tools needed, including instant noodle, drink and some medicine when I am sick. They also want me to speak with the owner, Mr.Tsering but because my english is not very good so I refuse it. haha
We will see you soon in our travel to Bhutan."
Thank you sir
Angus M & Kelly M.C.
Suite Street, Edmonton Alberta,Canadian
Feb 06 - 12, 2015
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TID - 8708 ( 06.02.15 - 12.02.15) Window to Bhutan (Guide - Kezang Norbu)
Dear Anand,
Sorry for the delayed reply.
Overall, we had a fabulous time! Our guide Kezang and driver Chimi provided lots of insight, guidance, and knowledge to us (and kept us safe on the roads in Bhutan). And we
TID - 8708 ( 06.02.15 - 12.02.15) Window to Bhutan (Guide - Kezang Norbu)
Dear Anand,
Sorry for the delayed reply.
Overall, we had a fabulous time! Our guide Kezang and driver Chimi provided lots of insight, guidance, and knowledge to us (and kept us safe on the roads in Bhutan). And we really appreciated the photo stops!
Our guide Kezang is one amazing individual. We are very happy to have met him and his knowledge of the area and specific sites are phenomenal. (His devotion to Buddhism is very beneficial for tourism in Bhutan.) This was especially evidenced to us when another guide (from a different group) was asking questions in the temple that Kezang easily provided answers. In addition, Kezang and Chimi brought us around with a smile and left us with a truly positive lasting impression of the people of Bhutan – one that we believe to be wholeheartedly embracing the concept of happiness.
We will be more than happy to provide more information if you need! In addition, I haven’t yet had a chance to go through my photos for color correction, but will likely be sending some over (if you still wanted some…)
Kind regards,
Nerissa and Kellie
Gordon Avenue, Victoria, Australia
17 - 23 Oct,2014
5 "" Window to Bhutan TID 8541 ( 17 to 23 Oct,2014)
Hi Jambay
Hope you are well.We just wanted to touch base to say how delighted we were with our tour of Bhutan through Windhorse.Sonam was the ultimate professional: well organised, a great communicator, flexible, very knowledgeable. And most importantly to us, fun!
Window to Bhutan TID 8541 ( 17 to 23 Oct,2014)
Hi Jambay
Hope you are well.We just wanted to touch base to say how delighted we were with our tour of Bhutan through Windhorse.Sonam was the ultimate professional: well organised, a great communicator, flexible, very knowledgeable. And most importantly to us, fun! We have traveled extensively over the years, and he was by far, the most impressiveGuide we have ever had the pleasure of touring with. Sanger was also to be commended for his excellent driving skills. His car was always neat and tidy and both Sonam and Sangar were always well presented.
We were sad to leave magical Bhutan - an amazing country with wonderful people. Thanks for all of your help organising the initial stages of our trip.We will certainly be recommending Windhorse to all of our friends and family.
Warmest regards
Bridget L & Melanie G
Baltimore, Maryland,21223 USA
Oct 7 – 13, 2014
5 "" Window to Bhutan, TID 8605, (7 Oct – 13 Oct, 2014)
Hello Anand,
Yes, we did indeed complete our trip, the last part being a visit to Bhutan and what a trip is was, absolutely fabulous. From the moment we stepped off the plane in Paro and got greeted by our guide
Window to Bhutan, TID 8605, (7 Oct – 13 Oct, 2014)
Hello Anand,
Yes, we did indeed complete our trip, the last part being a visit to Bhutan and what a trip is was, absolutely fabulous. From the moment we stepped off the plane in Paro and got greeted by our guide Kencho and our driver Pema the trip was wondrous. You have a beautiful country in Bhutan and both Kencho and Pema were excellent in their guidance of showing us a small part of it. Please tell them we arrived home safely after a very long journey, still full of memories of the beautiful site they showed us and guided us thru and still fighting jetlag,
Kadrinchey to you all for making this a trip of a lifetime
5 "" Dear Anand,
I think the trip exceeded my expectations, but it may have been more the case because of the beauty of Bhutan. Actually, Yeshi and the driver were great traveling companions and were able to accommodate my requests. I did not get a chance to go to Punakha as the
Dear Anand,
I think the trip exceeded my expectations, but it may have been more the case because of the beauty of Bhutan. Actually, Yeshi and the driver were great traveling companions and were able to accommodate my requests. I did not get a chance to go to Punakha as the road was blocked but we came up with a good alternative. The level of the hotels varied from 3 to 5 star. The Paro hotel Tamsay was of inferior quality compared to the others Druk and Zhiwa Ling. Probably more consistency in the hotel quality (excluding the premium hotels) would improve the experience. As a note, the food at Zhiwa Ling was way overpriced for the quality. Otherwise, I enjoyed the food elsewhere.
I had no issues with the trip and have no complaints and thoroughly enjoyed the trip and hope to return to Bhutan again.
5 "" Window to Bhutan Tour for Furkan TID: 8508
Hi Anand
The trip was amazing....there was the right balance of standard itinerary and free time....the guide Pema was excellent. Everything was organised professionally! If I could do my own itinerary, I would have squeezed the two days in Thimphu into one long day....it
Window to Bhutan Tour for Furkan TID: 8508
Hi Anand
The trip was amazing....there was the right balance of standard itinerary and free time....the guide Pema was excellent. Everything was organised professionally! If I could do my own itinerary, I would have squeezed the two days in Thimphu into one long day....it would have allowed an extra day to see another part of the country.
that's the only thing I would change
There really were no complaints...very happy with everything.
5 "" TID 732: Megan Byers Family Bhutan Tour(TID 732) Apr. 08 - 14, 2014
Hi Anand, Thank you for your email. There isn't much to improve on- the trip was wonderful.
Jambay may have told you I found the wait for confirmations of hotels and visas stressful. I am not used to travelling
TID 732: Megan Byers Family Bhutan Tour(TID 732) Apr. 08 - 14, 2014
Hi Anand, Thank you for your email. There isn't much to improve on- the trip was wonderful.
Jambay may have told you I found the wait for confirmations of hotels and visas stressful. I am not used to travelling in packages, and more regular communication would have alleviated some of my stress, along with an initial email explaining the process and usual timelines.
As you know, we were travelling with three children, and our guide was really great. If Windhorse has experience in dealing with families, I think you could capitalize on this more when advertising and when communicating with the families - kids don't like to do the same things as adults, and parents will be happy to know your company has this experience and can make itinerary suggestions based on this experience. Like taking horses up the mountain, going fishing or rafting - things that are available that will be of more interest to children.
Vasanthi & Subramany B
United State of America
Nov 3 - 7, 2015
5 "" We returned home on November 7th after a wonderful trip to Nepal and Bhutan. We enjoyed everything we saw in Bhutan - the country, culture, people and food. We must thank you and your team that planned our visit so well. You have excellent staff. Pema and Cheemi, our guide
We returned home on November 7th after a wonderful trip to Nepal and Bhutan. We enjoyed everything we saw in Bhutan - the country, culture, people and food. We must thank you and your team that planned our visit so well. You have excellent staff. Pema and Cheemi, our guide and driver are very nice persons and kept us in good spirits all the way. Please convey our personal thanks to them. Our stay at Gayul Home Stay was indeed unique and memorable. I would not hesitate to recommend Windhorse Tours to my friends.Hope to see you next time when we visit Bhutan.
5 "" Sonam Pelden, our guide, felt like a member of the family within the first couple of days. His nuanced English was invaluable in helping us understand the complexities of Bhutanese Buddhism and culture -we also laughed a lot! He gave us good suggestions and guidance. It was clear that he
Sonam Pelden, our guide, felt like a member of the family within the first couple of days. His nuanced English was invaluable in helping us understand the complexities of Bhutanese Buddhism and culture -we also laughed a lot! He gave us good suggestions and guidance. It was clear that he was respected by the hotel and restaurant personnel where we stayed. He was a delight.
Chimi Rinzin, our driver, had a smile that light up the car and our lives. He is a careful and experienced driver who actually made the rough Bhutanese roads seem less arduous. We felt completely safe with him at the wheel
Andrea P.J
6 Rope WalkMount Hawke
April 19-25, 2013
5 ""
TID 612 Jones Family tour of Bhutan (19.04.13-25.04.13)
Wow! Thanks for an amazing trip. As a family we are still buzzing about it and are keen to come back to Bhutan for a longer stay! I've got to say that as a company, you have been fab from the start. You
TID 612 Jones Family tour of Bhutan (19.04.13-25.04.13)
Wow! Thanks for an amazing trip. As a family we are still buzzing about it and are keen to come back to Bhutan for a longer stay! I've got to say that as a company, you have been fab from the start. You made it easy to book, put up with all my neurotic questions via email and gave us an amazing guide and driver whilst we were over there.
If anyone is looking at this page wondering whether to book or not, I can really recommend this company, Wind Horse Tour, especially if you are travelling with children as we did (5yo and 10yo). Yeshi, our guide was amazing with our son, as hopefully the photo shows
5 "" Bhutan Private Tour (March 18-24,2012)
Dear Ugen,
I tried to enter my comments into your website but couldn't figure out how to do so. So, I send you the following paragraph that you may quote.
"My husband and I visited Bhutan for a week in March 2012. I knew ahead of time that
Bhutan Private Tour (March 18-24,2012)
Dear Ugen,
I tried to enter my comments into your website but couldn't figure out how to do so. So, I send you the following paragraph that you may quote.
"My husband and I visited Bhutan for a week in March 2012. I knew ahead of time that as a physically handicapped person I may have some problems climbing up and down the high steps that lead to the dzongs. What I didn't expect was that we had to climb steps even up to the front door of hotels and up one or even two flights of stairs to restaurants. After seeing my difficulty on the day we arrived, our guide, Sonam, told me when he picked us up the next morning that he had thought of a "way" to carry me. He and our driver, Cham, gallantly picked up my entire wheelchair with me sitting in it and carried me everywhere we went. Fortunately, I weigh only 92 lbs. but since there were steps everywhere, Sonam and Cham had quite a workout every day. Certainly this was service above and beyond the call of duty. Without their willingness to do such heavy work, I definitely could not have seen the interiors of the beautiful dzongs and temples we visited. I love the architectural decorative styles that adorn almost all buildings. Bhutanese are very friendly people and made us feel most welcome."
Ugen, thanks for arranging this wonderful trip! We were delighted we could meet you in person.
5 "" Ayesha Bhutan Tour (13 - 19 Jan,2012)
Hi Ugen and Jambay,
Thanks for the followup, and also for the very prompt and responsive manner in which you guys set up my tour at such short notice. My experience was very positive, and I would definitely recommend your services to others. I really
Ayesha Bhutan Tour (13 - 19 Jan,2012)
Hi Ugen and Jambay,
Thanks for the followup, and also for the very prompt and responsive manner in which you guys set up my tour at such short notice. My experience was very positive, and I would definitely recommend your services to others. I really had a great time during my weeklong exploration of Bhutan, and both the tour guide and driver were great the whole time. I remember writing on a trip advisor forum about various tour companies in Bhutan about the trip a while back, but will be happy to add more at the link you provided - I am not active in the other forums.
5 "" Bhutan Tour December 8-12, 2008
Dear Fellow Travelers,
I just came back from a five days tour through Bhutan, organised by Wind Horse Tours. It was one of the best experiences I’ve made in the past twenty years of traveling in Asia which I have mostly done alone without any organised tours
Bhutan is worth every penny. Bhutan Tour December 8-12, 2008
Dear Fellow Travelers,
I just came back from a five days tour through Bhutan, organised by Wind
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Frank M
Bhutan Tour December 8-12, 2008
Dear Fellow Travelers,
I just came back from a five days tour through Bhutan, organised by Wind Horse Tours. It was one of the best experiences I’ve made in the past twenty years of traveling in Asia which I have mostly done alone without any organised tours or guides. I can only recommend Bhutan as a destination and Wind Horse Tours as operator. The company provided me a guide who was so well informed about virtually every instance in Bhutan’s history and each feature of Buddhism and at the same time well accustomed to the needs of Western travelers. Even the exhausting five hour hike to the Tiger’s Nest in Paro was always interesting and entertaining. For my taste less important aspects of the tour like accommodation and food were also perfect. The hotels were very comfortable and the three daily meals a delight.
Many travelers argue that Bhutan’s daily fees are too expensive for a visit. I think they are certainly a good instrument to keep the country protected from tourism as you find it for example in Bangkok’s Khao San Road. Bhutan is worth every penny.
Colin and Marie Ward
Sydney, Australia
November,22, 2012
5 "" Dear Anand, Marie and I greatly enjoyed our trip to the Kingdom of Bhutan, it was a special trip as the country was in transition from an ancient one to a modern one. We savoured the ancient Buddhist traditions and the most magnificent scenery plus the honesty of the people
Dear Anand, Marie and I greatly enjoyed our trip to the Kingdom of Bhutan, it was a special trip as the country was in transition from an ancient one to a modern one. We savoured the ancient Buddhist traditions and the most magnificent scenery plus the honesty of the people to their traditions. It was a cameo trip, a once of trip of special significance but as the Kingdom becomes western it may lose some of the attraction that we found so special. Time will tell. You and our able and safe driver were the epitome of care and service which we appreciated. We still play the tape we brought back with us and remember our trip to Bhutan with many fond memories.
5 "" 25 - 29 April 2002
I traveled alone as a visitor to Bhutan in 2002 with Wind Horse.
Upon my arrival, I was greeted by a warm and friendly guide and driver with a nice car to travel in. For the next four days, every wish that I had was fulfilled. I
25 - 29 April 2002
I traveled alone as a visitor to Bhutan in 2002 with Wind Horse.
Upon my arrival, I was greeted by a warm and friendly guide and driver with a nice car to travel in. For the next four days, every wish that I had was fulfilled. I enjoy photography and at my request, my driver would stop to allow my taking of pictures. The people I met along the way greeted me in friendship and provided warm hospitality.
My lodging was first rate and the meals served to me were delicious and beautifully presented.
I always felt that my happiness and enjoyment were the number one priority of my personal guide and driver.
We saw many interesting sights and also had the opportunity to spend time in Buddhist monasteries and given the opportunity to visit with the Monks and young people studying for monkhood, and to take photographs.
I continue to communicate via the Internet with friends I made when I visited Paro.
I will want to visit Bhutan again soon.
Thank you for your kindness to me during my visit.
Trip Photos
Taktsang
Paro weekend market
Khamsum Yurley chorten
Tallest Budda statue Thimphu
Punakha Dzong
Monks in Rinpung Dzong
Festival in Bumthang
Mandala Painting in Temple
Farmer sowing rice
Chimi Lhakhang Punakha
Khamsum monastery in Punakha
Bhutanese women in villages
People circumambulating the giant wheel in Bhutan
Mask dance festival in Bhutan
Art school Thimphu
Guest with traditional dress
Dawn view of Paro town
Catherine & family with giant Buddha statue at backdrop in Thimphu
Blessing from Head Monks
A roadside stall selling ware at festival venue
Family in action making it ready to make staple food
