Feel the joy of soul expansion at the rooftop of the world!
Our Journey incorporates many of the major attractions of these ancient Buddhist and Hindu Kingdoms. Beginning in Kathmandu, the capital of Nepal, we are surrounded by Himalayan peaks as we take a glimpse of medieval times revealed in Kathmandu's fascinating wooden buildings and temples, narrow streets, and palaces. Included is a stay in the famous Chitwan National Wildlife Park to enjoy elephant-back pursuits and the wonderful wildlife, including the elusive tiger.
 Seven days in Bhutan - Land of the Thunder Dragon
Thought by many to be the world's last true 'Shangri-La', our journey to Bhutan is a very exciting one. This beautiful country is much as Tibet once was – and still free from the commercialism now seen in most places around the world, increasingly so even in Tibet.
• Experience the deep spiritual significance of this precious country.
• Visit Tatsang Monastery, Paro
• also Thimpu’s sacred sites, Punakha and Babesa
PLEASE NOTE: The following itinerary is subject to change as everything has had to be rescheduled focusing more on Bhutan and Nepal due to Tibet being closed to us for the time being. Please request a full itinerary if required.
Proposed itinerary for Nepal (subject to local conditions):
Day 1: Mon Depart UK for Kathmandu
Day 2: Tues Arrive Kathmandu and transfer to Hotel
Day 3: Wed Kathmandu sightseeing and cultural evening
Day 4: Thur Fly to Paro (Bhutan) for 8 nights. Drive to Thimpu
Proposed itinerary for Bhutan:
Day 5: Fri Thimpu sightseeing
Day 6: Sat Thimphu-Wangdu-Bumthang
Day 7: Sun Bumthang, Hotel
Day 8: Mon Bumthang, Guru Pinoche Festival
Day 9: Tue Bumthang - Punaka, Hotel
Day 10: Wed Punakha-Thimpu-Paro
Day 11: Thu Optional hike to Takstang monastery (Tiger's Nest)
Day 12: Fri Morning flight to Kathmandu, Nepal, sightseeing
Optional Extension 1 to TIBET:
Day 13: Sat Fly Lhasa Tibet for 3 nights/4 days
Day 16: Tue Fly Lhasa-Kathmandu, Nepal
Optional Extension 2 in NEPAL:
To Chitwan for safari and visit Buddha's birthplace
OR a week/two weeks trek
Optonal Extension 3 to TIBET:
Two weeks Dharamsala home to the Dalai Lama
Price per person: £ tba (not including UK return airfare - £695 approx.)
PLEASE NOTE: Circle of Light/spiritualholidays.com reserves the right to change itineraries and prices if local and/or world conditions change.
Cost includes:
1. Accompanied by Sandra Straw as group leader
2. Accommodation in 3 or 4-star Nepal style shared twin-bedded rooms with private facilities
3. Single supplement charged, where available - please enquire
4. Meal Plan: Nepal + Bhutan: bed plus most breakfasts
5. Full-board at Chitwan and all activities at Chitwan
6. All transfers between airports and hotels, and rail and road journeys with sightseeing as specified, outside of UK.
Cost does not include:
International airfare, visas, vaccinations and meals not specified.
Visa for Nepal approx. £65. Please enquire for Bhutan.
Airport taxes about £50 in total.
Full Travel Insurance.
Tips - allow about £40.
Also extra: items of a personal nature, such as drinks, laundry, etc.
PLEASE NOTE: CIRCLE OF LIGHT/SPIRITUALHOLIDAYS.COM reserves the right to change itineraries and prices if local and/or world conditions change.
Updated: 28/05/2009
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