We recently traveled to Bhutan, fulfilling my wife's bucket list dream. As the saying goes, "Happy wife, happy life," and this trip certainly made her (and me) very happy.
Our journey started with a flight from Kolkata and ended with a flight to Nepal. Thanks to Bhutan Travel Club's thoughtful arrangements, we had seats with spectacular views of Mount Everest—on the left side when arriving in Bhutan and the right side when leaving. These breathtaking views were a highlight of our flights and would have been missed without their attention to detail.
The local food was another highlight, offering delicious and unique flavors that we thoroughly enjoyed. During our stay, we visited Thimphu, Paro, and Punakha, and our accommodations were excellent. The hotel was very nice, and the bed was incredibly comfortable, providing a perfect rest after our daily adventures.
Bhutan was incredibly delightful. The tour was well-prepared to accommodate older adults who might struggle with hiking. Wearing traditional Bhutanese attire, provided by the tour, was a wonderful experience and made us feel more connected to Bhutanese culture.
Two experiences stood out for me: the scenic river rafting along the Mo Chhu (female river), romantic picnic by the river and the pony ride up to the Tiger's Nest Cafe. Special thanks to Subba, our driver and my hiking buddy, who went above and beyond to ensure my sister (both of us are above 70) and I were safe and comfortable every step of the way. His care and attention truly enhanced our experience. The driving was excellent, ensuring our comfort throughout the trip.
Bijay, our guide, was equally outstanding and brought 15 years of experience to his role. His knowledge of Bhutan was commendable. We were fortunate to encounter the Je Khenpo entourage on our way from Dochula Pass to Punakha, and although I stayed in the van and missed the full experience, Bijay kindly gave me his blessed protection cord. He also patiently searched through numerous shops to find the Bhutan T-shirt I wanted. His patience, attentiveness, and dedication were greatly appreciated.
Bijay and Subba were exceptionally helpful, especially in looking after older travelers like me. They were polite, punctual, respectful and very supportive.
Thank you, Bhutan Travel Club, for organizing such a memorable trip. We couldn't have asked for a better experience. I highly recommend Bhutan Travel Club for everyone who wants to travel to Bhutan.