Honeymoon Tour to Bhutan

The Kingdom of BHUTAN is a landlocked nation nestled in the eastern Himalayas. A country with a mosaic of cultures, lifestyles, languages and belief systems, Bhutan\'s rich and unique cultural heritage has largely remained intact. Unlike many countries, traditional arts, age-old ceremonies, festivals, social conduct and structures are not remnants of a bygone age but are practiced as they were done hundred of yeas ago. With a unique development philosophy based on the principles of Gross National Happiness, Bhutan is a paradise of unparalleled scenic beauty with majestic virgin peaks, lush valleys, unspoiled countryside and terraced rice fields. SOME BASIC FACTS ABOUT BHUTAN:

• Location: Landlocked between India and China
• Capital City: Thimphu
• Population (2007): 658,888: Male 345,298: Female 313,590
• Politics System: Democratic Constitutional Monarchy
• Religion: Buddhism and Hinduism
• Languages: Dzongkha is the national language but English is widely spoken
• Time Zone: GMT/UTC + 6
• Currency: Ngultrum (Nu)
• Country Dialing Code: 975

YOUR BHUTAN PRE-TRAVEL ADVISOR In place of a dedicated concierge for this, \"Once in a lifetime experience\", we have a pre-travel advisor available. The advisor can work with you to determine your best options for excursions, transportation to and from the experience destination, and other information to make your planning easier. SNAPSHOT OF BHUTAN: 65% of Bhutanese live on farms, in remote hamlets, amidst sylvan settings. The fast life that is both the badge and bane of modern living is alien to the season-paced lifestyle of these agrarian folk. The national dress is a distinctive one, finely woven from multicolored, vibrant-hued wool, cotton or silk. The male attire is called a \"gho\" and the female, the \"kira\". Jewellery is primarily coral, turquoise, pearls and agate set in exquisitely crafted gold and silver. The cuisine of the country is robust with lots of meat, cereals and vegetables, liberally spiced with chillies. Salted butter tea, called \"suja\", which may sit strangely on occidental tongues, is customarily and frequently served along with puffed or pounded rice and maize. Potent rice, wheat and barley wines are brewed locally. Bhutanese religious dances are called \"CHAM\" and there are a large number of them. Dancers wear spectacular costumes made of yellow silk or rich brocade often decorated with ornaments of carved bone. For certain dances, they wear masks, which may represent animals, fearsome deities, skulls, manifestation of Guru Rimpoche or just the simple human beings. Archery is the popular and perennial national sport played usually with bamboo bows and arrows. An integral part of most festivities, archery matches are gala affairs with music, dances, drinks and fun. Jumolhari (7,314 meters (23,997 feet)) sometimes known also as \"the bride of Kanchenjungja\". Gangkar Puensum is the highest mountain in Bhutan and the highest unclimbed mountain in the world with an elevation of 7570 meters and a prominence of over 2990 meters. After Bhutan was opened for mountaineering in 1983, there were four expeditions that made failed summit attempts in 1985 and 1986. Kula Gangri (7,554 meters /24,784 feet) is claimed by many authorities to be the highest mountain in Bhutan but this is disputed by others, who claim that Kula Kangri is wholly in Tibet. The first ascent was in 1937 by Chapman and Dawa Lama. Takin: The \'Dong Gyem Tsey\'s Bhutan\'s national animal for its uniqueness and strong association with the country\'s religious history and mythology. Bhutan is the land where people believe that fluttering prayer flag, hoisted on mountain passes, carry messages and prayers for peace and happiness of all sentient beings in the valley. Bhutan is the last surviving bastion of Tantric Mahayana Buddhism maintained in the form and practiced since the 8th Century AD. Charging up battery: Plugs: 230V 50Hz electricity and we recommend that you bring outlet converters. Where you will dine? Most restaurants serve assortment of Chinese, Indian and Continental cuisine, as well as spicy Bhutanese dishes. List of restaurant for your meal choice will be available with our Guide. ACCOMMODATION We select the finest hotels that we consider to be the most comfortable for our clients. TRANSPORT We use SUVs and 4WD vehicles which includes Santa Fe, Toyota Prado and Land Cruisers. We also provide Toyota Hiace Bus and Coaster Bus for bigger sized groups. TERMS AND CONDITIONS:-

• No refund will be entertained for services whether availed or partially availed.
• Extension odd tour in Bhutan can be arranged on additional payment.
• Additional charges will apply for extra facilities.
• All payments must be sent in advance by wire transfer at \"Bhutan National Bank\" in favour of \"Absolute Bhutan Travel\", upon confirmation of the tour.