The surpassingly lovely, friendly, and tranquil kingdom of Bhutan is one of the world’s most entrancing travel destinations. Getting to know it has been a balm and a revelation to our many travelers through the years. This is a country that seems to have gotten it right, and is determined to keep it that way.
Geographic Expeditions sends more travelers to Bhutan than any other American company. Why do so many choose us? With a bow toward modesty, may we say that, by dint of our long experience in Bhutan, our deep affection for it, and the matchless know-how we bring to it, no other company can showcase Bhutan like GeoEx. Bhutan is one of our predilected places on the planet.
Our staff are regular commuters to the Dragon Kingdom, and our social and business relationships link us solidly with Thimphu’s movers and shakers, with craftspeople and yak herders in the country’s farthest corners, and with just about everybody in between.
Our staff are regular commuters to the Dragon Kingdom, and our social and business relationships link us solidly with Thimphu’s movers and shakers, with craftspeople and yak herders in the country’s farthest corners, and with just about everybody in between.
Bhutan: A Hiker's Paradise
Highlights: Paro, Thimphu, Phunakha, Phobjikha, Wangdiphodrang, Paro festival
Hidden Highlands of Bhutan
Highlights: Gangkhar Puensuum Base Camp (highest unclimbed peak in the world), Dhuur and Chamkhar rivers, Thole La
Hidden Treasures of Bhutan
Highlights: Paro, Thimphu, Punaka for village to village trek, Phobjika, rare black-necked cranes
Himalayan Kingdoms
Highlights: Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, Barkhor, Shigatse, Gyantse, Kathmandu, Bhutanese handicrafts, Taktsang
Sacred Festivals of Bhutan - Thimphu and Wangdiphodrang Festivals
Highlights: Thimphu and Wangdiphodrang festivals, Paro Valley
Sacred Summits of Bhutan - To Chomolhari and Jitchu Drake Base Camps
Highlights: Paro, Chomolhari, Jitchu Drake, Thimphu, Punakha
The Essence of Bhutan
Highlights: Vibrant culture, colorful festivals, Taktsang, traditional arts, day hikes to remote villages and valleys
The Living Edens Trek
Highlights: Nabji Trail, Jigme Singye Wangchuk National Park, Paro, Thimphu, Phobjikha, Punakha or Trongsa festivals
The Sacred Valleys Trek
Highlights: Bumthang, Paro, Punakha, dzong visit, Khamsum chorten, Ura festival, Wangdiphodrang festival, Thimphu and Tangbi Mani festivals, Jambay and Prakar festivals, King’s birthday celebration
Winter and Summer in Bhutan
Highlights: Punakha Valley, visit dzongs and Crane Center, Thimphu, dine with local Bhutanese, Tiger's Nest monastery
Custom Journeys in Bhutan
Highlights: Punakha’s Golden Procession (February); Receptions with local dignitaries; Private camps for day hiking; Private audiences with Buddhist lamas; Helicopter charters
