Majestic mountains and deep valleys scattered with dzongs (fortresses), Buddhist chortens (shrines) and rural villages provide a wonderful playground for anyone visiting Bhutan. This enigmatic country remains largely unexplored and has a strong emphasis on low-impact tourism, meaning that it has maintained its charming cultures and traditions.
While in Bhutan, you will no doubt come across one of its many colorful festivals or ‘tsechus’, which often involve masked dancing, bright costumes and folk songs. Our travel guide highlights those worth experiencing, allowing you to gain an insight into the unique customs that make this Himalayan Kingdom such a special place.
Start planning your tailor-made trip by contacting one of our Bhutan specialists
Our travel guides share our specialists' passion and knowledge for Bhutan. We travel here regularly to discover new experiences, explore untried areas and dig deeper into the better-known places and attractions. At the same time, we gather advice and up-to-date information on the best-quality guides, new hotels and restaurants, and the most memorable forms of transportation.
A guide to hiking to the Tiger’s Nest Monastery
What’s the best time to visit the Tiger’s Nest Monastery? How hard is the hike? Is it worth it? Our Bhutan specialists have created an FAQ guide to answer all your questions about Bhutan’s best-known sight.
India to Nepal: where to go in the Himalaya
Spanning six countries and the world’s highest mountain range, the Himalaya isn’t a region you usually tackle in one go. We compare and contrast the best Himalayan journeys, which include seeking out rhinos in Nepal, visiting remote dzongs in Bhutan and riding railways in India.
Festivals of Bhutan
Festivals are very important to Bhutanese people, they're a great excuse to celebrate and socialize. We can highly recommend incorporating a festival into your tailor-made trip to Bhutan, as an ideal way of immersing yourself in the country's culture.
