Bhutan known as "The Land of the Thunder Dragon" is situated between India and Tibet and for centuries forbidden to westerners. Bhutan has preserved its timeless traditions and ancestral way of life. Apart from the rich cultural heritage, it is a land of soaring scenery of paramount peaks. Sacred mountains often unnamed & unclimbed, soar above tropical forests & richly cultivated valleys. Ancient legends are preserved in spectacular
Cliffside monasteries and colorful festivals echo the unwavering Buddhist beliefs of the local people.
To give more insight knowledge on Bhutan, we have prepared some interesting cultural programs that will, we believe, definitely attract you to be in this particular part of the globe.
Besides these cultural tours, SSA also organizes trekking to the base camp of Mount Chomolhari, soil, Lingshi, gusa, Laya and the isolated wilderness of lunana.
Should you require any further information on Bhutan, please do not hesitate to write or fax us, as we shall be happy to assist you in planning your Bhutan trips.

GETTING THERE
Druk Air flies every Monday and Thursday between Kathmandu and Paro. The national Airline of Bhutan (Druk Air) operates with connection form Calcutta, Delhi, Dhaka and Bangkok.
It is also possible to enter / exit Bhutan by overland transportation, stopping enroute at Sikkim and Darjeeling.

ACCOMMODATION:
Best hotel in PARO & THIMPU and in other places Guest house/Lodge in modest heated rooms with attached bath.

TRAVEL TIPS
OCTOBER-MARCH:     Warm clothing,
APRIL-SEPTEMBER: Light cotton clothing. However, a warm sweater and a jacket are always advised.

CLIMATE:
Best season:    March ,April,May,September October and November
Monsoon:     June, July and August.
Winter:    December, January and Febuary.

PHOTOGRAPHY:
16mm film camera are prohibited in Bhutan. Also Photography in some of the Monasteries and the Djongs are not allowed.

BOOKING CONDITIONS:

It would help to book at least 90 days in advance, as the infrastructure in Bhutan can handle only a limited number of tourists. The month of April, May, October and November normally have many festivals being celebrated at that time, and tourism is at its height during period.
However, at least two week prior to your tour, a booking with full passport details and payment of tour should reach us.
There will be a cancellation charge of 50% for confirmed booking up to 7 days prior to departure whereas, no refund thereafter. No refund for no shows and delay arrivals of the clients whatsoever reason.