Bhutan is snugly lodged between Tibet and India, protected and isolated for centuries by the Himalayas on its northern border, malaria-infested jungles to the south and lines of impenetrable valleys to the east and west, Bhutan is an untouched gem of a destination even for the most jaded of world travelers. Independent since the eighth scentury, and only recently opening its borders to a limited number of guests, it is unique example of a Himalayan Kingdom where Tibetan Buddhism thrives and an environment and a culture have been deliberately and painstakingly preserved.

The Bhutanese exhibit a wonderful sense of dignity and great pride in their heritage. Their spiritual wealth is manifested in the importance of their high lamas and red-robed monks, and the numerous dzongs, gompas, chortens, mani walls prayer flags, prayer wheels and monasteries filling their landscape. The Bhutanese have a richness and purity of language, culture, architecture, music and dance, dress and sports that we in the West
can only have envy.

Bhutan CULTURAL TOUR PROGRAMS

Opening for tourism only in 1974, Bhutan is one of world's most exclusive tourist destinations. Those few travelers who journey to this magical kingdom will find themselves in a land of pure and exotic mysticism. Our various Cultural Tours introduce visitors to unique aspects of Mahayana Bhutanese culture, including visits to religious festivals and pilgrimage sites and on whichever tour you go, there are fascinating excursions to villages, temples and scenic spots for a closer look at a culture and a land which remain the most unspoiled and beautiful example of the traditional Himalayan way of life in existence today. The sample Cultural Tour Programs given below can be modified to meet travelers' individual preferences.
Suggested Tours in Bhutan.