Choosing between tour operators

I%26#39;m talking with several operators right now for a 12-day trip this October. We%26#39;re a group of three women who want to trek (probably Druk Path and Bumthang cultural - or part of it) and also fit in some of the usual cultural activities (unfortunately, we won%26#39;t be there during a festival).

Has anyone had any experience with these agencies? Are there any questions that we should be asking these agencies (other than confirming the itinerary)? (e.g. questions about their fleet of cars, how many treks/year they guide, how we%26#39;d arrange payment, quality of their tents and other camping equipment) or are all of the agencies pretty much the same (give or take a little)?

Lhomen Tours and Trekking

Namsey Adventure

Tashi Tours and Travels

Yahngphel Adventure Travel

YuDruk Tours %26amp; Treks

We%26#39;re very grateful for any help!

Choosing between tour operators

Thanks so much!

Choosing between tour operators

Hello there

We also went (hubbie %26amp; I) at end of Dec, beginning of Jan. We didn%26#39;t trek, but did more sightseeing, cultural tour. We were in the same position ie all tour operators seem to be of same high standards and same price, so we sent an e-mail to 4 agencies saying the same thing, and that we wanted to do something special on 1st Jan for my 40th birthday. Only one company came back and said that they had noted that it was my birthday and that we would do something special - the rest sent normal tours through but did not acknowledge the birthday. (its a tough call but thats what worked for us)

We went with Bhutan Scenic Tours - www.bhutanscenictours.com and we had the most fantastic time and the best birthday I%26#39;ve ever had!

Would thoroughly recommend.

Thanks very much - that%26#39;s a great idea.