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Bhutan Expeditions

Post Box: 598, Thimphu, Bhutan
+975 2 326 266
Ranked #1 of 3 tours in Thimphu
5.0 of 5 stars 13 Reviews
Type: Tours
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Austin, TX
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
23 helpful votes 23 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2012
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Things you should know but probably don't in Bhutan: 1) Shopping - Guides get a 15% commission on souvenirs, so make sure to tell the shop owner that you're travelling alone. Otherwise, he will NOT negotiate with you al all. Without a guide, expect 20-25% bargaining room. And smile a lot...you're buying part of Bhutan! 2) Drinks - Diet Coke... More

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jamestown,
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 April 2012

I just came back from traveling western and central bhutan.Although my main interest was bird watching I also soaked in the history and culture of bhutan.The overall experience was ever fulfilling. My guide Karma Letho (dhenzang travel and tours,www.trekbhutantour.com) I found to be very experienced guide well versed in the history and the religious tradition of his country. He made... More

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bhutan
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3 reviews 3 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 April 2012

We have just returned from our cultural trip to Bhutan 12days. Our guide Mr Tashi Tshering and driver Mr joker of Drukasia were wonderful, caring and attentive of our wellness throughout our trip. Metta Resort & Spa, Ms Sharine and team were wonderful. The accomodation was comfortable,clean and food excellent. The lodge Rinchenling was a wonderful experience. We used firewood... More

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Mansfield, Massachusetts
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 March 2012
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This was my third trip to Bhutan and I once again visited Tsewang, Uygen, and their family, What a wonderful experience. I can't recommend Bhutan Expeditions enough. Tsewang is very knowledgeable. I have travelled with him throughout various parts of Bhutan. No mere tour guide, he is a natural teacher who provides deep insight into the history, culture and religion... More

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Calgary, AB
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 November 2011
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We used the local family-run company (Tsewang and Ughen Nidup of Bhutan-Expeditions.com). Highly recommend. They made our cultural, spiritual and trekking experiences very unique and rewarding -- way beyond what can be articulated here. In summary, the kindness, warm welcome and attention to detail given to us by this family during every moment of our time in Bhutan (husband, wife,... More

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San Francisco, California
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13 reviews 13 reviews
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11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 October 2011
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We spent 13 days traveling through Bhutan with Bhutan Expeditions. Tsewang provided us with a wonderful cultural experience. This was a truly memorable trip. Bhutan is inviting, friendly and beautiful. Don't miss the festivals- they are a spectacle to behold! Tsewang and his family made us feel that we were a part of their family. Ugyen's cooking was wonderful and... More

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Aberdeen Scotland
1 review
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 October 2011
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This is the best way to see Bhutan--with someone who knows the country and is proud of it! Tsewang and his wife provide each of their visitors with a lovely suited room, excellent meals, fun conversations both with Tsewang and with other guests, a chance to see a "working farm" (with a chance to milk a cow if you have... More

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Luxembourg City, Luxembourg
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10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 October 2011
10
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I just came back from a long trip to Bhutan (23 days) and I'm still savouring the after-taste of my stay there. Tsewang organised the trip perfectly, from finding me a lama with whom to learn about Buddhism and meditation, to organising guided tours of the wonderful Dzongs (fortresses) and temples in Western and Central Bhutan, to making me get... More

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dhaka
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 September 2011
14
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We visited Bhutan on September 2011. It was a 4nights 5 days couple tour. Reached Paro by Druk air, a really professional air service. Too good comfortable seats with perfect timing and hospitality. Bhutan was looking like a canvas from up air. it is really a big surprise for all the passengers that how a pilot can manage a bus... More

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Copenhagen
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5 reviews 5 reviews
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18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 April 2011
15
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I just went to Bhutan (April 8th to 18th 2011) and traveled the country with "Bhutan Expeditions". We started in Paro and traveled eastward. We visited Tigers Nest, Thimphu, Punaka, Wangdue, Tongsa, Mongar, Trashigang, and left for India at Samdrup Jongkar. The price of the tour was US$ 200 a day, but that included transport, food, entrance fees, and lodging.... More

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