ABOVE TOUR COSTS INCLUDE :

• Airport transfers and surface transport as per itinerary;
• Hotel accommodation (in twin share rooms) for duration of tour;
• All meals (fixed breakfast, lunch & dinner) while in Bhutan;
• Services of English speaking guide;
• All sightseeing tours, including entrance fees as per itinerary;
• Trekking arrangements with guide, porters, camping and permits;
• Airfares are extra as shown separately.

DOES NOT INCLUDE :

• Airport tax (in Kathmandu Rs 600 & Paro N600),
• Bhutan visa cost (US$20) payable at the entrance point to Bhutan,
• Tips to guides, restaurants, hotel lobby porters, trek staff, etc.;
• Bottled/alcoholic drinks, room service, al a cart meals, etc.;
• Any services in Nepal/India and other expenses of a personal nature.
• Photography charges (if and when applicable);

BOOKING CONDITIONS for Bhutan Tours/Treks :

In order to confirm a tour to Bhutan the following conditions apply:

• 50% of tour cost to be sent by a bank transfer at the time of booking of tour.
• Balance 50% at least 30 days prior to arrival in Bhutan.
• Passport details are required at least 30 days in advance to apply for Bhutan visa well in time.

Once we have your agreements for the tour and cost we will send you instructions for sending the advance payment by bank transfer.

PRE DEPARTURE INFORMATION
Once your trek / tour / raft trip is confirmed we will send you our detailed Pre Departure Information which includes a list of recommended clothing and personal equipment along with many other relevant information to help you prepare for your trip. Later after your arrival we will conduct a detailed briefing to make sure that you are well prepared for your trek, raft trip or other adventures that you will embark on.

PAYMENT SCHEDULE for Bhutan Treks/Tours:
We require a 50% advance payment by bank transfer in order to confirm a trek/tour. Balance 50% to be paid 30 days in advance of arrival in Bhutan also by a bank transfer. We do not accept credit cards or personal checks for the balance payment. Once we have your agreements for the tour and cost we will send you instructions for sending the advance payment by bank transfer.

AIR SEATS TO BHUTAN
Please note that space on flights in an out of Bhutan is very tight, specially during the tourist seasons, therefore we would like to suggest that you work on your dates for your flights AS SOON AS POSSIBLE and send request for air seats. FYI: Last fall many potential travelers had to cancel/postpone their trips to Bhutan because they could not secure air seats in time.

INFORMATION & SUPPORT :
If you have any comments, questions or want more information please let us know. We are here to support you with all information to help you prepare for your travels to the Himalayas.