Bhutan

The most popular destination today beckons! On the roof of the world, nestled on the lap of the Eastern Himalayas, is Bhutan, or the Kingdom of the Thunder Dragon. Here, centuries old ways of life, culture and tradition blend harmoniously with modern times of create a fairytale realm like no other.

Bhutan has never been colonialised and the Bhutanese are fiercely protective about their independence. After centuries of self-imposed isolation, Bhutan has emerged strongly from the shrouds of myth as a nation exemplified for choosing all the right paths. Bhutan is perhaps the only nation in the world where billboards and tobacco are banned. Their absence further heightens the nations intact forest cover of more than 70 percent of its entire land and its prestigious standing among the 10 global hotspots for environmental conservation. Bhutan is also the recipient of the Champions of The Earth Award 2005 from the United Nations Environment Program.

Trek type : Hotel/Camping
Trek Grade : Moderate (because of altitudes visited)
Duration : 4 days - ex-Kathmandu
Activities : Culture Tour
Best Time to go : April (last week), May, June, July, August, September
Departure dates : Every Sunday, Monday & Thursday round the year. Read more details.

Experience Druk Yul, the mystical, magical, medieval, Kingdom of Bhutan, last bastion of Mahayana Buddhism. Attend tscheus; religious Bhutanese spiritual festivals invoking blessing on all whom attend. Tour ancient Dzongs and watchtowers and converse with monks and lamas. Search for the blue poppy and snow leopard and trek amongst yak herds on high Himalayan altitude treks in the Land of the Thunder Dragon. Cultural festival tours can be styled around bicycle travel, bird watching, architectural wonders, traditional weaving and textiles, orchids and tropical flora, archery, and eco-tours. Trek the High Himalayan Mountains to remote villages. Experience serenity in the least deforested country in the world. Immerse yourself in this peaceful Kingdom where happiness is the lifestyle.. Read more details

This is a superb 8-day trek for strong walkers. Starting from Paro it goes into northern Bhutan to the land of yak-herders and to the base of Mount Cholomhari (7,316 meters / 24,000 feet), which is the most holy mountain for the Bhutanese. From there the trek goes on to remote Lingshi Dzong which once guarded the frontier with Tibet . This trek offers fabulous views of the mountains including Chomolhari, Jitchu Draake and Tsheringkhang mountains besides stunning Himalayan scenery and exceptional flora. You will encounter many yak-herders with their hairy wards and their camps but few villages. The maximum altitude gained is 4,900 meters (16,000 feet).. Read more details

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