Bhutan is one of the most isolated countries on Earth, both in terms of geography and tourism. Located high up in the Himalayan mountains sandwiched between India and China, it is an overlooked but very friendly nation — just not backpacker-friendly 😉
In order to visit Bhutan, all foreigners (except Indian nationals) must be part of an official tour group and costs start at a minimum of $200-$250 USD per day.
Cost aside, this is a breathtaking country and traveling here is an opportunity not only to experience and learn more about the local culture, but also to learn more about yourself.
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A question I am commonly asked is “what is your favourite country to visit”? Having been to nearly 50 countries makes this a difficult question to answer but there is one country that will always be in my top three: Bhutan. There are so many things you do not know about Bhutan! A peaceful and … Read more
Exploring Bhutan is an opportunity to discover a nation who are proud of and have retained their cultural identity. It is a place like no other and visiting it feels like stepping into a magical vortex frozen in time. Bhutan is a peaceful and spiritual oasis lying in the heart of the Eastern Himalayas, dwarfed … Read more
I am not someone who is on a quest to visit every country in the world, ticking them off a travel ‘to do’ list. I’m someone who is on a quest to explore as much of the world as I can, learn about and appreciate diverse cultures and meet and interact with different people. But … Read more
