TID 781 Bhutan Festival & Sikkim Tour (3 to 14 Oct,2014)
Dear Anand:
Thanks for your email looking for comments about my trip recently to Bhutan.
It was a thoroughly enjoyable trip and made doubly so by Sonam’s (Pelden) professional ability to guide us. He paid attention to all members and I was amazed at his knowledge of Buddhism and the life of the Bhutanese. Despite the road conditions as well I had great confidence in Arun’s ability to get us safely through any potential dangerous situations.

Some feedback:
At some point in the tour I, and the other members, felt overwhelmed with visiting monasteries so our request to visit a farmhouse was arranged by Sonam the next day. Speaking for myself, I certainly felt it was a good addition to the tour. While I am travelling I do enjoy visiting local people so often a school or a hospital is on my agenda. Perhaps that could be considered in the future.
As a vegetarian, I was certainly able to find sufficient on the buffet table, although perhaps it was very carbohydrate-laden with rice, potatoes and noodles together. As a rule, western tourists would eat only one of those at a sitting.
In addition, our guide in Sikkim and West Bengal, Nima, was equally knowledgeable and professional in his care of the group. He was able to help me connect with a Darjeeling hospital through his niece so that I could visit the newborns and their mums.
I chose Wind Horse, partly on the recommendation of friends who had previously taken one of your tours, but price was certainly a factor. However, I certainly didn’t feel that, because yours were cheaper than other companies, I received inferior service. So, thanks to all concerned at Wind Horse and I wish you success in the future.
Regards,