Sandwiched between mighty neighbours - China to the north and India to the south, Bhutan is a tiny independent country about the same size and shape as Switzerland. Himalayan peaks line the northern edge of the territory and these include Chomolhari (7313m / 23,993ft) and the unclimbed Gangkar Puensum (7540m / 24,737ft). This fairytale kingdom, ruled by the youngest monarch in the world, Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck, has few towns and a population estimated to be under one million people, almost all of whom are dependent on growing their own food. Mountains, forest, deep valleys, traditional costume and white-painted fortress-monasteries known as 'dzongs' are characteristic of the country, as are the outrageous Buddhist festivals or 'tsechus' which are held at each of the dzongs throughout the year. Amongst the superb trekking holidays that make the most of Bhutan's spectacular landscape are the short and sweet Druk Path trek, from Paro to Thimpu, and the breathless High Passes of Lunana itinerary, a 4-week adventure on scant trails that ranks amongst the world's toughest treks. Bhutan's single road, cutting across the grain of the country from west to east, provides one of the world's great mountain bike journeys.
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Trip summary
- Sakteng secrets and the highlights of Bhutan with acclaimed photographer Colin Prior
- From east to west - see the very best of Bhutan
- A superb trekking circuit in the unknown eastern region of Sakteng
- Visit the Jambay and Prakar festivals
- Capture Bhutan now, before it changes
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- A complete bike traverse of Bhutan the land of the Thunder Dragon
- Challenging climbs and endless descents make the perfect cycling holiday
- Taktsang Monastery, the `Tiger`s Lair`
- Meeting Bhutan`s colourful people by bike
- One of the best cycle touring holidays in the world
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- Trekking in the Land of the Thunder Dragon
- The picturesque Tsho Phu lakes
- Chomolhari and Jitchu Drake
- Taktsang Monastery - the Tigers Nest
- The spectacular Thimpu Festival
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- Inspirational trekking in the Eastern Himalaya
- Cross the 4900 metre Shinge La
- The charming people of Laya
- Descent of the Punakha Gorge
- The hot springs at Gasa
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- The complete Bhutan holiday experience
- Excellent and easy-paced 3-day trek in the Bumthang Valley
- The spectacular festival at Ngang Lakhang
- View the rare Black-Necked Cranes in the tranquil Phobjikha Valley
- A journey to the heart of the Bhutanese Kingdom
