BHUTAN: CLASSIC BHUTAN The moth of the thunder dragon has given the name to the tiny Himalayan country where it is said that the old traditions are best preserved up to today by its inhabitants. Deeply rooted in the tantric Buddhism of the Kagyu and the Drupka lineage, the country has its own great religious leader, the Jo Khenpo, similar to the Tibetan Dalai Lamas. After visiting briefly the busy Nepalese capital valley of Kathmandu with its marvelous cities and squares a quite spectacular flight along the great Himalayan range, passing Everest, Makalu and Kanchenjunga among others, land in the fabled land of Dzongs and traditions alive more than anywhere else till today in the Himalayas. This tour brings you beside the main attractions in Paro and Thimpu to the cultural heartland of Bhutan to the valley of Bhumanthang. This central valley is full of monasteries, Chorten and Dzong and reached passing through picturesque landscapes. Also you visit Trongsa, the old capital of the ruling monarchial dynasty and other wonderful sites where you truly and seemingly return to middle age like places.With enough time at disposition, this tour lets you immerge in the culture and landscapes of still a wonderful land. End your journey again in Kathmandu (or other destination).   TYPE OF TRAVEL: Cultural and Natural/ small trek in himalaya HIGHLIGHTS: Himalayan country ,Kathmandu city , tantric Buddhism DURATION :14 days from / to Kathmandu GUIDE: cultural guide in the valley of Kathmandu, cultural guide in Bhutan SUITABLE FOR : All TYPE OF SERVICES: Standard (medium high). Low cost services on demand or more glitzy. SUGGESTED PERIOD : all year possible PERSONALIZATION: Customizable  on request FIXED DEPARTURES: none   ITINERARY IN BRIEF   DAY 01 Arrival in Kathmandu DAY 02 Kathmandu valley. DAY 03 Kathmandu - Flight to Paro. DAY 04 Paro - Thimpu. DAY 05 Thimpu. DAY 06 Thimpu – Punakha. DAY 07 Punakha - Trongsa. DAY 08 Trongsa – Jakar (Bumanthang). DAY 09 Jakar (Bumanthang). DAY 10 Bhumanthang – Wangdue Prodhang. DAY 11 Wangdue – Thimpu. DAY 12 Thimpu - Paro. DAY 13 Paro – Flight to Kathmandu. DAY 14 Departure from Kathmandu.        QUOTES OF PARTICIPATION Currency: US Dollar, exchange rates based in 30 November 2011* Same tour-same service: best price guarantee! ** With participants 01 02 03 04 05-07 08-10 Price per person ----- 3573 3425 3411 3397 3381 *Quote based on rates prevailing at the date indicated and subject to confirmation. **We guarantee with same services / duration best price obtainable on the market. Book directly with us or your nearest travel agent.   SERVICES INCLUDED TRANSFERS - With All necessary airport and land transfers   according to itinerary with private vehicles FLIGHT - - Flight  Kathmandu-Paro-Kathmandu inclusive 20 kg luggage allowance NIGHTS (see table for details) - Hotel ***/**** in Kathmandu  in double room accommodation - Hotel and Resorts***/**** in Bhutan  in double room accommodation and HB MEALS - Meals as indicated in the detailed itinerary Guides - English speaking guide for the visits shown in the Kathmandu Valley VISAS, PERMITS AND REVENUE - Entrance fees for the main entrances for the described sightseeing’s - Entrance fees for the national parks,protected areas and TIMS GENERALLY - 1 bag to your luggage during the trek - Luggage suitcases at the hotel during the trek - Travel Assistance of qualified personnel - Meals, transfers, insurance for the staff accompanying - Carrying out all necessary paperwork on the spot - Taxes local government - Telephone support 24 to 24 hours during the trip - Quote practical management SERVICES NOT INCLUDED - International flights to get to the place of beginning your journey - Entry visa for Nepal (see download) - Insurance for yourself - Personal equipment and medicines - Insurens for yourself for your travels and tour - Any expences of resque and helicopter  - Single room and other mentioned supplements, - Sleeping bag for overnight stays in hiking (hire on request) - Extra in lodge (shower, telephone calls, drinks etc.) - Personal transport on horseback etc. - Whatever not explicitly mentioned in "Included Services" ACCOMMODATIONS PROVIDED OR SIMILAR Kathmandu       Grand / Vaishali                                3*S/4* Paro Tashi Namgay Resort 3*/4* Thimpu Migmar Hotel 3*/4* Punakha Meripuensum Resort 3*/4* Wangdi Dragon Nest/Hotel YT 2/3* Bumthang Peling Lodge 3*/4* Changes of program, service quality, single services upon request possible.     If the present tour itinerary or tour style does not reflect what you actually expected, please consult us for a customized solution in accordance with your needs like for example with more moderate or more luxorious accomodations, extentions, other activities and so forth.