English Heritage Travel Collection: In Search of Shangri-La |
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17 days
From £3885
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This is a guided tour for 2+ persons
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Tours for two or more people
We offer frequent departure tours, which are guaranteed to run on a minimum of two passengers. The transport and guides are exclusive to Bales unless otherwise stated and you may be travelling with other frequent departure guests if your booking is for the same date.
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 English Heritage Travel Collection: In Search of Shangri-La
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Delhi (2 nights), Darjeeling (2 nights), Pelling (2 nights), Gangtok (2 nights), Phuntsholing (1 night), Thimpu (2 nights), Punakha (1 night), Paro (3 nights) and Delhi (transit)
‘In Search of Shangri-La’ itinerary combines the Dragon Kingdom of Bhutan with the remote and spectacular Himalayan state of Sikkim, which was for many years regarded as one of the last Shangri-La’s. Also spend time in Darjeeling and Pemayangtse in north-east India. Read more |
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Himalayan Journey |
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14 days
From £2203
Frequent Departures
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This is a guided tour for 2+ persons
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Tours for two or more people
We offer frequent departure tours, which are guaranteed to run on a minimum of two passengers. The transport and guides are exclusive to Bales unless otherwise stated and you may be travelling with other frequent departure guests if your booking is for the same date.
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 Himalayan Journey
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Kathmandu (3 nights), Darjeeling (3 nights), Pemayangste (1 night), Gangtok (2 nights),
Kalimpong (1 night) and Kolkata (Calcutta) (2 nights)
Revealing an enthralling array
of Buddhist, Hindu and colonial heritage, the cities, temples and hill
stations of the Kathmandu Valley and north eastern India present a breathtaking fusion of natural splendour and cultural spectacle.
This remarkable journey, set before the imposing majesty of the Himalayas, opens up the heart of this magnificent region. Read more |
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The Amankora |
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13 days
From £4955
Frequent Departures
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This is a guided tour for 2+ persons
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Tours for two or more people
We offer frequent departure tours, which are guaranteed to run on a minimum of two passengers. The transport and guides are exclusive to Bales unless otherwise stated and you may be travelling with other frequent departure guests if your booking is for the same date.
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 The Amankora
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Kathmandu (2 nights), Thimphu (2 nights), Gangtey (2 nights), Punakha (2 nights), Paro (2 nights) and Kathmandu (1 night)
The tiny Buddhist Kingdom of
Bhutan awaits, nestled high
in the Himalayas its isolation
from the world has cultivated a culture rich in traditions, religion and a benevolent monarchy.
The dramatic landscapes, from
snow capped peaks and deeply
forested slopes to raging, boulder strewn rivers, sit undisturbed as endeared environmental initiatives
and religious beliefs leave the Kingdom pristine and a jewel of nature. The programme takes you into this ancient Kingdom for an adventure into the hearts and
lands of farmers, weavers and
enchanting monks. Read more |
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The Dragon Kingdom |
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15 days
From £3265
Group Departures
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This is a guided tour for groups
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Tours for Groups
Either escorted by a Tour Manager from and back to the UK, or alternatively, on arrival at your destination by a local guide who will accompany you throughout your group itinerary. Our average group sizes are between 12 and 18 people (can be smaller or larger).
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 The Dragon Kingdom
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Kathmandu (2 nights), Thimpu (2 nights), Trongsa (1 night), Bumthang (3 nights), Punakha
(1 night), Paro (2 nights) and Kathmandu (2 nights)
Hidden deep within the Himalayas, between India and Tibet, lies the remote and isolated Kingdom of Bhutan, lost to the world for centuries. A journey to this Shangri-La affords us a unique insight into a world long past, where traditions and beliefs remain untainted by outside influences. Read more |
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The Dragon Kingdom: Paro Festival 26th March 2009 |
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17 days
From £3525
Group Departures
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This is a guided tour for groups
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Tours for Groups
Either escorted by a Tour Manager from and back to the UK, or alternatively, on arrival at your destination by a local guide who will accompany you throughout your group itinerary. Our average group sizes are between 12 and 18 people (can be smaller or larger).
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 The Dragon Kingdom: Paro Festival 26th March 2009
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Kathmandu (2 nights), Thimpu (2 nights), Tongsa (1 night), Bumthang (3 nights), Punakha (1 night), Paro (4 nights), Dhulikhel (1 night) and Kathmandu (1 night
The remote and isolated Kingdom of Bhutan was lost to the world for centuries. Hidden deep within the Himalayas it lay undiscovered until the 1970s. A journey to this Shangri-La affords us a unique insight into a world long past, where traditions and beliefs remain untainted by outside influences. We have planned this special departure to coincide with the Paro Festival, one of the most colourful events in the Himalayan region, where monks perform ritual dances dressed in brightly coloured robes, and a general carnival atmosphere prevails Read more |
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The Dragon Kingdom: Thimpu Festival 25th September 2009 |
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16 days
From £3375
Group Departures
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This is a guided tour for groups
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Tours for Groups
Either escorted by a Tour Manager from and back to the UK, or alternatively, on arrival at your destination by a local guide who will accompany you throughout your group itinerary. Our average group sizes are between 12 and 18 people (can be smaller or larger).
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 The Dragon Kingdom: Thimpu Festival 25th September 2009
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Kathmandu (2 nights), Thimpu (3 nights), Tongsa (1 night), Bumthang (3 nights), Punakha (1 night), Paro (2 nights), Dhulikhel (1 night) and Kathmandu (1 night)
The remote and isolated Kingdom of Bhutan was lost to the world for centuries. Hidden deep within the Himalayas it lay undiscovered until the 1970s. A journey to this Shangri-La affords us a unique insight into a world long past, where traditions and beliefs remain untainted by outside influences. We have planned this special departure to coincide with the Thimpu Festival, one of the most colourful events in the Himalayan region, where monks perform ritual dances dressed in brightly coloured robes, and a general carnival atmosphere prevails. Read more |
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