Bhutan a land where gross national happiness is more important than the economy. Slowly opening up to the west with a regulated tourist industry Bhutan is a place of wonder for all who visit.

Starting in the textile heartland of eastern this tour will take you through the beautiful valleys of Bumthang and across some of the most spectacular scenery in the world to the western valleys of Paro. 

You  certainly don’t need to be a textiles nut to appreciate beautiful Bhutan with its scenery, history, architecture and its unique culture will amaze anyone with a a sense of adventure and a desire to see this amazing country and its traditions. Textiles have been a form of currency and tax in this remote land for centuries and remain a key feature of daily life where a government declared national dress for men and women still exists and where fabric lengths are given as prized gifts for all occasions.

In a land where women weave and men sew - you will experience the majestic dzongs and history of this remote land and have the opportunity to meet with local artisans. Explore the remote villages of Khoma (famous for the exquisite silk on silk Kushethara's), Radhi (known for its beautiful raw silk weaving), Bumthang valley (known for its unique yathra wools), Beling (a village where ancient nettle weaving is still practiced).   You will have the opportunity to see many of the 13 traditional arts or Zorig Chusum being practiced as we make our way through the mountains and valleys at a leisurely pace, stopping for a couple of nights in most areas so that we can take in the spirit of the places we visit.