Cultural Tours in Bhutan

Cultural tours present the unique opportunity to become a part of the living Buddhist culture of Bhutan. It also offers an insight into Bhutan’s efforts to preserve its culture against the influence of modernization. A remarkable feature noticeable in urban towns is that despite rapidly transforming trends, the Bhutanese, deep inside, are still friendly, warm and hospitable. They love to interact with foreigners and are most helpful.

Trekking in Bhutan

Tours and treks are very popular in Bhutan because it allows the traveler to get off the beaten track and on to the wondrous Bhutanese landscape. Just imagine wandering through a wilderness with a diversity of flora and fauna that has led to Bhutan being declared one of 10 global hot spots for environmental conservation.

Tours and treks range from short soothing walks through terraced fields and idyllic hamlets to some of the most arduous high altitude treks. The six-day Druk Path treks across coniferous forests abloom with rhododendron flowers and shimmering lakes or the 21-day Snowman alpine quest, there’s one for every one.

Bird Watching Tours in Bhutan

Bird watching, ethno-botany, photography and other academic pursuits are also thriving in Bhutan. There are more than six hundred recorded bird species in Bhutan of which 14 are globally endangered. A record diversity of flora and fauna make Bhutan a literal paradise for those specialized in these fields. Bhutan Travelers customizes such trips so that those keen can get professional packages.

Adventure Tours in Bhutan

Kayaking and rafting are becoming increasingly popular because of the many rivers in Bhutan, ranging from turbulent alpine rivulets to staid wide sub-tropical rivers. These adventures offer splendid views of fortresses and people going about their daily chores as towns and villages are all located alongside rivers. Grades range from the basic to beyond the most dangerous.

Several new routes have been developed on ancient mule tracks that make mountain biking a wonderful experience in Bhutan. Just traversing Bhutan’s lateral highway is an exhilarating adventure in itself. Fresh air, limited traffic and the scenic beauty of the routes make mountain biking a most worthwhile way of enjoying Bhutan.

Festival Tours in Bhutan

Bhutanese culture, as espoused through its festivals, art and architecture, textiles and sport is both vibrant and ancient. It is the propagation of what has been preserved through the centuries. Whether it is a village house or the mighty fortresses housing district administration and the monk body, every structure emanates Bhutan’s unique cultural integrity.

In Bhutan, the biggest draw for travelers is the annual religious festivals held in all districts. What appears as a gala fest of mask dances and people in bright attire is actually one of profound religious significance to the Bhutanese. These festivals are enactments of the teachings of Guru Rimpoche or the second Buddha, devised centuries ago so that the laity would understand. To attend the festival is to be blessed. The timing has also been set ingeniously after the harvest so that people can also celebrate a year of hard work on the farm.

Tour Operators in Bhutan normally infuse tour itineray with Festivals. Please check with the operators for various festival dates as the dates change yearly as it is based on Bhutanese Lunar Calendar.