The tiny kingdom of Bhutan opened up to tourism in 1974. A devoutly Buddhist kingdom and also called "Druk-yul" or the land of the thunder dragon, it is a land steeped in religion. Ancient Dzongs (fortresses) stand sentinel in clam valleys through which flow serene Himalayan rivers. Take part in cultural tour and witness tsechus (festivals) giving you a chance to take in the Buddhist rituals in Bhutan. Trekking is the best way to see Bhutan. High passes which once carried traders between Tibet and Bhutan cut through the mountain ranges, glaciers tumble down slopes creating mountain top lakes and fast flowing rivers that rush through narrow gorges and wind through lush valleys.

Itineraries offered are:

• Cultural tours (5 to 15 days)

• Moderate treks (7 to 10 days)

• High altitude trekking and mountaineering

Best season: April to May and September to December

Accessibility:
Druk air files scheduled flights to and from Paro to Delhi & Calcutta (India.
Kathmandu (Nepal), Dhaka (Bangladesh) & Bangkok (Thailand).
It is obligatory to either enter or exit Bhutan by air. The nearest airports in India are Bagdogra and Guwahati.

By Road: Phuntsoling and Shandrup Jonkhar bordering the Indian states of West Bengal and Assam are entry and exit points.

Visa: Bhutan visa is granted on arrival at Paro airport or at surface entry points. Passport details and two copies of photographs are required in advance to complete the formalities.

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