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Tibet Overland Tour

11 days | Departs Kathmandu/Beijing

Tibet Autonomous Region has long been known as the "Roof of the world" and is no idle statement. The land veiled in secrecy, closed to the outside world for centuries. 'The Roof of the World" is now open to you. The valley bottom ...read more

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Visit Lumbini 2012 Announced by Prime Minister Dr. Bhattarai
Lumbini Development Trust 28.Dec.2011 Visit Lumbini 2012 Announced by Prime Minister Dr. Bhattarai Visit Lumbini 2012 Announced by the Prime Minister Bhattarai Right Honorable Prime Minister Dr. Babu Ram Bhattarai formally announced Visit Lumbini 2012 on December 1, 2011 in Lumbini, the holy birthplace of Sakyamuni Buddha and world heritage site. The event organized by Nepal Government at the request of Lumbini Development Trust will be inaugurated on 14th January 2012 and will be celebrated with various kinds of programmes throughout the year round. The Prime Minister Bhattarai was welcomed by Culture Minister Honorable Gopal Kiraty, Vice Chairman Acharya Karma Sangbo Sherpa, Project Chief Er. Temba Sherpa and staff of Lumbini Development Trust. Office Chiefs of different districts also warmly welcomed the arrival of the Prime Minister. Nepal Tourism Year 2011 Uniquely Promoted In London Buses
Embassy of Nepal, in cooperation with Nepal Tourism Board (NTB), has promoted Nepal Tourism Year 2011 to allure maximum number of tourists into Nepal in London by advertising its major promotional theme, “Naturally Nepal” through double-decker London Buses. This is the first time such type of module has been taken into account to marketing Nepal’s tourism in the United Kingdom Nepal Tourism Year (NTY) 2011 in metro buses Washington DC
WASHINGTON DC, JUL 26 - The Nepali Embassy in Washington has placed promotional posters of Nepal Tourism Year (NTY) 2011 in metro buses Washington DC targeting summer tourists. Nepali ambassador to US Dr Shankar Sharma formally launched the program by visiting metro-bus station at 44th Street, the embassy said in a press statement received on Tuesday. Around 15 million domestic and international tourists visit Washington DC every year. “The poster displays cultural and natural diversity of Nepal. We are hopeful that it will be effective for tourism promotion,” the statement from the embassy said. 15 percent discount to the employee
Nepal Airlines Corporation is offering 15 % discount on available cheapest market fares on its International Sectors to the employee and the family members ( employee/spouse, father/mother and sons/daughters) which can be obtained from the Distrcit Sales Office International, New Road, Kantipath; airline office at the Tribhuwan International Airport, Kathmandu; Pokhara Sales Office and Sales Offices at the International Stations. China plans to help Nepal develop Buddha’s birthplace at Lumbini
China plans to help Nepal develop Buddha’s birthplace at Lumbini Reuters, Jun 16, 2011 Kathmandu, Nepal -- A Chinese-backed foundation and Nepal’s government plan to transform Lord Buddha’s birthplace in southern Nepal into a magnet for Buddhists in the same way as Mecca is to Muslims and the Vatican for Catholics. The Asia Pacific Exchange and Cooperation Foundation plans to raise $3 billion at home and abroad to build temples, an airport, a highway, hotels, convention centres and a Buddhist university in the town of Lumbini, about 171 km (107 miles) southwest of Nepal’s capital Kathmandu. The foundation, blessed by the Chinese government, signed a memorandum China rolls out discounts for 1st National Tourism Day (May19)
BEIJING -- From offering ticket discounts to organizing activities, China's cities and provinces are gearing up for the country's first national tourism day. On National Tourism Day, which falls on Thursday this year, tourists will get half-price tickets for all scenic spots in north China's Shanxi province, according to the provincial tourism bureau. In the island province of Hainan, free tickets and discount coupons will be distributed around the island's west coast, and all tourists taking public transportation from Thursday to Saturday will get half-price tickets for the Li and Miao ethnic groups' cultural tourism zone. Libraries, museums and stadiums in the county of Qionghai will be open to local residents free of charge for one week. Buddha Int'l Peace Award to Japanese mayors
President Dr Ram Baran Yadav conferred the 1st Gautam Buddha International Peace Award to incumbent Mayor of Japanese city Nagasaki Tomihisa Taue and former Mayor of another Japanese city Hiroshima Tadatoshi Akiba on Tuesday. Best adventure trip: Everest base camp
Best adventure trip: Everest base camp The Himalayas' "rock stars" are more accessible than you think. The thrill of high-altitude trekking in Nepal was once available only to a gung-ho few. Recently, the journey has become more accessible. In April 2011, co-host of international television show Word Travels and travel writer Robin Esrock will lead a trek to the Everest Base Camp with World Expeditions. Air India Flights resumed
NEW DELHI: Air India pilots on Friday night called off their 10-day-old strike after the government agreed to reinstate sacked and suspended pilots. It also agreed to restore the recognition of the pilots' union - Indian Commercial Pilots Association (ICPA). Notice of Mountaineering Royalty Waived and Free Visa
Notice of Mountaineering Royalty Waived and Free Visa •The mountaineering royalty has 50% waived to Dhaulagiri peak from May 7, 2010 to 31st December 2011 and for this period free visa is provided for Mt. Everest and Mt. Dhaulagiri summiteers (Cabinet Decision- May 7, 2010). •The mountaineering royalty has totally waived to Waden Pawel Scout Peak (5891m.) from 31th March, 2010 to 30th March 2012 (Cabinet Decision- May 7, 2010). •The mountaineering royalty has totally waived to those mountains situated on mid western and Far western development regions of Nepal for coming five years. (2065/04/01-2070/03/32 i.e. 16 July 2008- 15 July 2013).

Frequently Asked Questions about Bhutan country_image

1.Why is there a fixed cost to travel to Bhutan? And why is the tariff relatively more expensive than the other neighboring countries?

All the tourists visiting Bhutan should come through package inclusive tours. The tariff you pay is not just a fee for entering Bhutan. The tariff covers the cost of 35% of royalty and taxes to the government, hotels, inland transportation, services of guide, meals (breakfast+lunch+dinner), and entrance fees to temple and monuments. For trekkers, it covers the cost of riding ponies and pack animals such as yaks/horses, knowledgeable guides, camping equipment, meals, cooks and transportation. Also the volume of tourists visiting Bhutan is regulated to a manageable level because of the constraints of the tourism infrastructure.

2. Could you explain what the royalty and taxes to the government are used for?

The Royal Government of Bhutan uses the royalty and taxes for the socio-economic development of the country, sustainability of public services such as free education and heath care services, rendering employment opportunities for the youth as guides, cooks and transport operators, and the development of other service sectors such as hotels, restaurants, transportations and communications. Tourism has also contributed significantly to rural incomes through earnings from tourist transport and portage. Thus, the royalty and taxes collected from tourism have largely benefited the people of Bhutan by improving their quality of life.

3. How do I book the package tour to Bhutan?
If the tour itinerary given in the website suits you, you can send booking by e-mail or call . Also if you want to customize your trip, we can start the dialogue and together we can develop an itinerary that really suit your utmost interests and travel dates. To help you in customizing the trip, decide the duration that you wish to spend in Bhutan, destinations and check the Druk Air flight/Buddha Air schedules to make your entry and departure dates. The duration of stay in Bhutan will determine your package costs.

4. How can I obtain a visa to travel to Bhutan? Is there any country or embassy that issues visas on behalf of Bhutan?
Until now tour operator like us are arranging visa approval letter before you arrive Bhutan. And upon showing this letter, you will get visa stamp on your passport at Paro airport or any from any entry point. For this we need passport and picture copy well in advance. The visas can be extended, if required, upon the additional payment.

5. When is the best season to travel to Bhutan?
The best season to visit Bhutan is from March to May and September to November. However, some tourists prefer to visit Bhutan in the lean season too because there are abundant choices in terms of accommodation and flight bookings can be done very easily.

6. Do we need to cover travel insurance?
Yes, we advise you to get your insurance cover from your respective country.

7. What kind of hotels do you use?
We use the A class ( 3 star standard) best available hotels in each tourist destination, which are approved by the Royal Government of Bhutan for the tourist. Luxury hotel also available in some city in additional price.

8. What kind of tour guide do you use for the trip?
We use knowledgeable, experienced and English speaking guides. French, German and Japanese speaking guides can also be arranged for a group of three or more persons upon the additional fees.

9. What kind of transport vehicles are used for the trips?
We use Toyota car for 1-2 persons, Hiace bus for a group of 3- 7 persons and Deluxe Coaster bus for group 8 – 20 persons. All these vehicles are periodically checked and maintained, and will be at your disposal at all times, with the drivers.

10. Is it possible to travel as an individual with a guide?
Yes, individual traveler can also be arranged but there is a government surcharge of US$ 40 per night halt for the individual traveler and US$30 per night halt for the group of two persons. The surcharge is not applicable for a group of three or more persons. And single suppliment cost is Usd 35 per night.