Bhutan

Spiritual Kingdom of Happiness

Majestic mountains and monasteries

Enigmatic, unspoilt and deeply spiritual, the Kingdom of Bhutan is regarded as one of the world’s last ‘Shangri‐La’s’. It measures its wealth not by GDP but by ‘Gross National Happiness’, is carbon negative by absorbing more carbon than it emits and has environmental legislation which stipulates that least 60% of the country must remain forested for all future generations; it currently stands above 70%. For a limited number of visitors, this means peaceful forests, authentic cultural heritage and a sense of spiritual purity.

Visiting Bhutan you can spend your time hiking among the pristine Himalayas, admiring fortress-like dzongs, attending cultural festivals and visiting teetering monasteries such as the famous ‘Tigers Nest’, perched on a rocky ledge 900m above the Paro Valley floor. Nature lovers will delight in spotting 700 species of birds, over 50 species of rhododendron, and plenty of wildlife including golden langur, blue sheep and even snow leopards. Browsing and shopping for textiles and handicrafts you’ll find artisanal craftsmanship is proudly preserved along with age‐old social customs and traditions. If you are jaded by having ‘done and seen it all’, a visit to this beautiful and unique pocket of Asia is a must for you.

You Will Love

• A slice of Himalayan heaven
• Fascinating cultural heritage
• Ancient monasteries clinging to cliffs
• High value, low volume tourism
• A spiritual haven

Unforgettable experiences in Bhutan

A selection of our favourite places to stay in Bhutan

A collection of journeys in Bhutan

An absolutely fantastic travel company - every one of the many trips they have organised for us over 22 years have been faultless and fabulous.

Judith & Roger Williams

Thank you for putting together the ancestral adventure of a lifetime. I cannot speak highly enough of the trip. The transfers went smoothly, the accommodation was excellent, the drivers were amazing as they manoeuvred through the traffic and every tour guide had a great deal of knowledge and information. Nothing was too much trouble for them. The contrast of poverty and riches of the country was striking, from the beggars in the street and struggles of the poor to the spectacular, impressive sights of the forts and monuments. There were so many highlights. A moment in time that will never happen again.

Jenny Kidd

Exellent and wonderful, reaching way above expectations.

Elizabeth Mackintosh

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