Testimonials for Druk Asia

8-Day Magical Bhutan Travel Plan

 

Hi Joni,

We would like to thank you for arranging the tour. It was great and we really enjoyed it although trekking uphill visiting Phajoding Monastery and Tiger’s Nest were the challenge to us.  

We saw the King cycling by with 2 friends but were not able to see him clearly. 

The stay at Metta Resort & Spa was great because the lady boss cooked Bua Kut Teh and fried bee hoon for us.

Please send our thanks to Dorji and the driver.

Wish you A Happy and Prosperous 2012.

God Bless,

 

Ester and friends, December 2011

10-Day Discover Bhutan Travel Plan

 Hi Joni

Attached are some "foggy" photos taken at the Dochula Druk Wangyal Tshechu.

We were told that photos of the King cannot be published without his permission so this is exclusively for Druk Asia Singapore staff only!

 

It was the 2nd day of our trip and we were eagerly anticipating the chance to see how a Bhutanese festival is.

You cannot imagine our delight when we saw His Majesty King Jigme Khesar Wangchuck, his new bride, the Queen and the fourth Druk Gyalpo in attendance.

We sat 4 hours in the cold to watch the whole proceedings and were rewarded with the opportunity of a lifetime to see His Majesty up close (he was less than 5 metres away and even smiled at us!) and dance!

 

The mountain top was surrounded by mystical mist and it was freezingly cold there but the warmth of the Bhutanese people were amazing.

 

We were especially touched when our guide, Kezang, walked to the Dochula break-stop and back (because the parked cars made it impossible for Tenzin, our driver to get around) to borrow some blankets to keep us warm and cardboard carton for us to sit on.

 

There are a lot more wonderful tales to tell but I have to stop here. 

 

Thank you Druk Asia, for this unforgettable Bhutanese sojourn

 

Madeline and Teressa, December 2011

10-Day Discover Bhutan Travel Plan

We are back! Am dropping a short note to say thanks for a very well-organised holiday. The arrangements went without a hitch from check-in at Bangkok airport all the way to the point our flight left Paro.

Hotels were nice - comfortable, lots of hot water, warm rooms, clean beds. As you know, we did have some problems with the food initially, but we got used to the cuisine over the week, and the food at some of the restaurants later in the trip was really good (for example at Meri Puensum and Metta Resort).

Both Kinley and Sangey were wonderful! They were helpful and always cheerful, and very accommodating regardless of how inane/unreasonable some of our requests ("photostop!", "where can we buy this cd?", "can you return this cd for me, cos i found it cheaper somewhere else", etc) must have sounded to them. They made travelling in Bhutan very easy, with all our needs taken care of, and it was a luxury always having someone around to help facilitate things. It was great too that we had a private tour, rather than being part of a group where we have to take into account other people’s wishes.

All in all, this trip was one of the most stress-free holidays I have had. I would definitely be recommending Drukasia to my friends who are planning to visit Bhutan.

Bhutan is beautiful: the rural scenery tranquil and bucolic, the natural landscape breath-taking, and the culture truly unusual. I plan on going back sometime, maybe for a trek or to experience a festival! : )

Dr Wei-Yen Lim and family, Singapore, December 2011

11-Day Cutural Tour Travel Plan

Dear Sonam,

I am back. I am writing this to thank you for the arrangement and the gret trip.

Notwithstanding a highly flexible customized itinerary. My guide Chencho was so flexible and adjusted my itinerary as we went along. We completed our trek in Samteygang a day earlier, we made a trip to Trongsa and stayed at Yangkhil Resort for the night. He made all the changes within the same day including hotel booking, getting permits and all necessary which I was very grateful for.

I hope to return to Bhutan soon, this time for the Central and Eastern part.  

Gilda, Singapore, November 2011

7-Day Essential Bhutan Travel Plan

 I made a last minute decision to visit Bhutan, a long time wish. Thanks to Sonam, who so efficiently and professionally handled my booking at short notice and answering my queries, and for the upgrade to business class - it was a pleasant surprise in the early am check-in :. Drukasia even managed to get me choice accommodations given that it was last minute and peak season. I find that Drukasia places the interest of the customers at heart and does it utmost to make the trip memorable. Indeed, it was.

The long drive, walks after walks (and climbs) in layered clothings were more than made up for by the experience, sceneries, pristine untampered environment and most of all the people. The Bhutanese is one of the most sincere, genuine and friendly people I have met. The country turned up to be more modern that I expect, at the same time, the traditions and culture blended into their daily lives.

I was fortunate to have a peek into the local life - the archery competition, women building the houses in the traditional way, singing and dancing as they thumped the wood on the mud, the villagers on their way to get blessings from Je Khenpo on his annual winter retreat to Punakha. It was a pity that the Zorig Chusum was close to public due to examination; I would also have loved to meet and have more interactions with the locals.

Hope to be back again soon, this time to be able to catch the flowers, festivities and eastern side! And yes, improve my time up Taksang!

Sonia, 2011, November, Singapore, November 2011

 We are on the way back from Bhutan and would like to say that we had a great trip with drukasia and Kinley, this was a fantastic holiday. Everything was well taken care of. We also appreciated the customization of the trip with the walk from the chelela pass and the picnic, that’s a great option for people who like walks.

We’ll be sure to let our friends know about Drukasia if they are planning a holiday to bhutan.

 

Jane and friends, Singapore, November 2011

8-Day Magical Bhutan Travel Plan

 Wanted to thank you all for a great trip in Bhutan! Especially nice for Cipto to make personal time to meet me for tea whilst in Bhutan (!) and special arrangements at Uma!!! (really nice!)

Here’s to I’m sure great continued success for Druk Asia, especially with your very personalized service philosophy!

Bart, 2011, November, Singapore, November 2011

4-Day Uma Paro Himalayan Escape

  Thank you so much for your help in arranging the most magnificent holiday trek and wedding that could have ever been! Our guide and driver were not only great at what they provided but they became good friends as well. Bhutan is absolutely beautiful and the people endearing.

Sherman and wife, 2011, November, United States, November 2011

Private Travel for single or more

 We’re finally back from the long planned Bhutan trip, leaving behind wonderful memories. Would like to take the opportunity herein to thank you & team for the arrangement.

Tshering Penjo has been an excellent trekking guide and a good time keeper. We have been able to enjoy the overall trip at a leisure pace. Pho Chhu Suspension Bridge & Me-Bar Tsho (Burning Lake) are some of the great places we’ve visited. The journey to Bumthang and back to Paro/Thimphu can be tiring. Seemingly, we like Paro best. We are pleased that the weather turns better in the last couple of days in Paro, allowing us to appreciate the awesome scenery.

Besides, we had a fantastic 2D1N Bumdra trek with Tshering who had tried to cater to our needs. The overnight camp was fine except for the bitterly cold night. Nonetheless, the morning view of horses against the snow-capped mountains in the cool & crisp air is breath-taking. A leisure time taken in the trail towards Zuri Dzong is not to be missed in your itinerary for prospective travellers. It has sure left a deep impression on Bhutan then.

Both Yugharling Resort & Uma Paro Resort are highly recommended. Also to note, we thank you for the complimentary Como Shambala Massage in Uma Paro which has been regarded as one of the best we’ve ever had.

Appreciate your assistance & I’ve already referred a couple of colleagues to Druk Asia.

Last but not least, we would like to thank you for making our stay at Uma Paro possible. It is a beautiful hotel with wonderful service staff and facilities (we swamp in the heated indoor pool and used the steam room). 

Jeremy and wife, 2011, November, Singapore, October 2011

8-Day Magical Bhutan Travel Plan

 ” Kuzuzangpo La....

This vacation is a truly memorable one for us.

Tobgay, our guide has very good command of English, speaks clearly and is humorous. He is knowledgeable in the history of Bhutan and this made our visits to the Dzongs and monasteries enjoyable and enlightening. We also discover that he has a heart of gold. He is kind and compassionate -- this can be seen through the little things he did not only for us but for the people of Bhutan we met along the way.

Our driver Dawa is a great guy. He is quiet but friendly -- always have a smile for us. We were very fortunate to have him as our driver. He is very patient, always driving at a safe speed, giving ways to other road users and this made our ride with him super comfortable. Also, he always made sure that the van is sparkling clean both in-side and out.

We find the people of Bhutan very friendly and warm. The couple who prepared the hot stone bath for us at the farmhouse was generous and hospitable, offering to add more and more hot stones for us. The people who queue outside Paro Dzong to get a blessing from the Buddha’s relics have shy yet unreserved smiles for us. The lady who travelled from Punakha to Thimphu to sell her farm-grown guava gave us some fruits for free. On the way to a monastery, a child gave one of us wildflowers when we walked through the tiny but flourishing village bathed in the golden gleam of setting sun and harvested rice spread out to dry in the gentle autumn wind. We have many more wonderful encounters with the beautiful people of Bhutan that we would like to share with you, our families and friends.

Food was delicious. We love the fluffy red rice and the very crunchy-fresh vegetables. Curry eggplant was good, deep fried bitter gourd was good, chilli cheese was good especially the ones with sliced fresh mushrooms in it (one of us like it so much we even joke that she can live in Bhutan), fried noodles was good and baked potatoes was yummy yum yum. I especially enjoyed the picnics.

We enjoyed the hikes very much. We even caught sight of snow capped Himalayan peaks.

Last but not least, we would like to thank you for making our stay at Uma Paro possible. It is a beautiful hotel with wonderful service staff and facilities (we swamp in the heated indoor pool and used the steam room). Please give us a few days to settle down before making the payment for the hotel upgrade.

Once again, a big thank you to you and your team for making our visit to Bhutan a really wonderful and unforgettable one.

Jessica and friends, 2011, October, Singapore, October 2011