Travel Expert and Author Leads Culture and Buddhism-Focused Tour to Bhutan

Aug. 23, 2009 - PRLog -- Experience Bhutan with travel expert and author, Beth Whitman. This exclusive small-group tour focuses on Buddhism as a Way of Life and dives into the culture of the Bhutanese people and the significance of their religion in making Gross National Happiness the cornerstone of the country’s philosophy.

Participants have the opportunity to take a meditation class, meet a reincarnated Lama and experience the sacred midnight fire dance. The tour also includes light trekking in the pristine Himalayas, tours of ancient temples and dzongs, a hike to the iconic Tiger’s Nest Monastery and ample opportunity to learn about the culture and history of this democratic Kingdom.  

Bhutan is a magical and remote destination nestled between Northeast India and Tibet. Few travelers have yet discovered this gem that had only about 25,000 visitors in 2008. This is a unique chance to explore village life, attend religious festivals and experience the spectacular landscape and architecture of this little-known country in the Himalayas.

This co-ed tour is open to just 15 people and is an opportunity to enjoy an intimate and inside look at this remote region. Highlights include: visiting the most famous Buddhist temples, sacred sites, and museums; attending festivals with elaborately costumed monks; trekking through the stunning mountains; and meeting the local people.

Beth Whitman, author of the Wanderlust and Lipstick guides for women travelers, is leading this thirteen-day tour. This all-inclusive adventure includes airfare from Delhi, India and all costs within Bhutan including domestic travel, food, lodging, guides and interpreters.   

Dates: October 30 – November 11, 2009. Cost: $5,245 from Delhi, India. For more information and itinerary details contact: beth@WanderlustAndLipstick.com or visit www.WanderlustAndLipstick.com