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IMPORTANT NEWS REGARDING TIBET:
Due to the present crisis in Tibet, and Lhasa in particular, we are having to change the itinerary of this year's Northern Asia tour to focus more on Bhutan, the Land of the Thunder Dragon.
Bhutan is a fascinating and extraordinarily beautiful country, in many ways very much like the Tibet of old, and free of Chinese occupation.
Please see below a new, brief itinerary – please contact us for more details of this unique forthcoming tour.

Spiritual Highlights of Northern Asia: Bhutan, Kathmandu & Nepal

3-17th October 2008

Cultural holiday to Tibet and Nepal

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.

Six 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 (3-5th October):
Day 1: Depart UK for Kathmandu
Day 2: Arrive Kathmandu and stay overnight
Day 3: Kathmandu sightseeing plus cultural evening

Proposed itinerary for Bhutan (6-11th October):
Day 4: Fly KTM to Paro, sightseeing and transfer to hotel
Day 5: Paro excursion, trip to Takstang Monastery
Day 6: Thimphu Drupschen Festival
Day 7: Excursion
Day 8: Excursion
Day 9: Back to Thimpu

Back to Nepal (12-17th October):
Day 10: Fly back to Katmandhu
Day 11: Drive to Chitwan National Park for jungle excursion
Day 12: Full day jungle excursion at resort
Day 13: a.m. activities, drive to Lumbini, p.m. visit to Buddha's birthplace
Day 14: a.m. sightseeing, p.m. travel back to Kathmandu
Day 15: Depart KTM to UK or take the optional break

Price per person: £1895 approx (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 shared twin-bedded rooms with private facilities
3. Single supplement, where available (approx £395) - please enquire
4. Meal Plan: generally bed plus most breakfasts, with full-board at Chitwan
5. 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.


Excellent – enough time in both meditation and activity. Excellent opportunity to reconnect with certain energies. A joyous experience with plenty of ‘added extras’.
I’ve awakened to a greater part of myself – everything truly is within.
– Emma C
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