About the Travel
Where is Bhutan?
Located in southern Asia, between China and India, Bhutan is a landlocked country that is mostly mountainous with some valleys and savannas. The name Bhutan originates from the storms that come down the Himalayas, and translates as “Land of the Thunder Dragon”.
Located in southern Asia, between China and India, Bhutan is a landlocked country that is mostly mountainous with some valleys and savannas. The name Bhutan originates from the storms that come down the Himalayas, and translates as “Land of the Thunder Dragon”.
Why Bhutan?
Bhutan is truly a place of incredible beauty, spirituality and joy. Spirituality is a part of the daily lives of the Bhutanese. This spirituality and joy creates an extraordinary atmosphere which will touch you and expand your yoga practice on many levels.
Bhutan is truly a place of incredible beauty, spirituality and joy. Spirituality is a part of the daily lives of the Bhutanese. This spirituality and joy creates an extraordinary atmosphere which will touch you and expand your yoga practice on many levels.
How do I get to Bhutan?
You will fly to Delhi, India and then onto Bhutan on Drukair, Royal Bhutan Airlines.
You will fly to Delhi, India and then onto Bhutan on Drukair, Royal Bhutan Airlines.
Do we get picked up at the airport in Bhutan?
Yes, all travel once you land in Bhutan, until you leave, is included in the price.
Yes, all travel once you land in Bhutan, until you leave, is included in the price.
How many people in the group?
We cater to small groups, minimum 5 people, and never more than 16. These small groups allow you to get to experience Bhutan up close and are easier on the environment. You get to meet your fellow travelers quickly and share this unique experience together.
We cater to small groups, minimum 5 people, and never more than 16. These small groups allow you to get to experience Bhutan up close and are easier on the environment. You get to meet your fellow travelers quickly and share this unique experience together.
What are the accommodations like?
The hotels and guest houses we stay in are clean and comfortable. You can expect a unique combination of traditional Bhutanese style along with modern services. Most of the hotels are equipped with internet, television, telephones, faxes, and long distance services. Accommodations are on a twin shared basis. Single rooms are available at an additional cost of $360.00.
The hotels and guest houses we stay in are clean and comfortable. You can expect a unique combination of traditional Bhutanese style along with modern services. Most of the hotels are equipped with internet, television, telephones, faxes, and long distance services. Accommodations are on a twin shared basis. Single rooms are available at an additional cost of $360.00.
How much money will I need?
Keeping in mind that most costs are included, youʼll need some extra cash for drinks, shopping, souvenirs, and tips for the guide and driver.
Keeping in mind that most costs are included, youʼll need some extra cash for drinks, shopping, souvenirs, and tips for the guide and driver.
The Cost of some Common Souvenirs
$30 - Embroidered Purse
$40 - Jacket for Kira
$15 - Blouse for under Kira jacket
$20 to $80 - Kiras
$7 to $20 - Mala bracelets
$8 - T-shirts
$10 - CDʼs
$8 to $20 - Paper products
$4 for $10 (commercial value for post cards) - Vanity stamps
$8 to $25 - Embroidered material
$10 to $20 - Little buddha statues
$20 - Jewelry (silver earrings)
$30 - Embroidered Purse
$40 - Jacket for Kira
$15 - Blouse for under Kira jacket
$20 to $80 - Kiras
$7 to $20 - Mala bracelets
$8 - T-shirts
$10 - CDʼs
$8 to $20 - Paper products
$4 for $10 (commercial value for post cards) - Vanity stamps
$8 to $25 - Embroidered material
$10 to $20 - Little buddha statues
$20 - Jewelry (silver earrings)
What kind of electrical outlets/system do they use?
The electricity for Bhutan is the same as India at 240 volts. An adaptor to plug into the wall sockets is required. They can be purchased at any travel store.
The electricity for Bhutan is the same as India at 240 volts. An adaptor to plug into the wall sockets is required. They can be purchased at any travel store.
Is there access to the internet?
Most hotels have internet access at a charge. Wifi is often available.
Most hotels have internet access at a charge. Wifi is often available.
What is included in the cost?
Yoga Travels tours include: all yoga classes and meditation with a Yoga Alliance certified yoga teacher, a Bhutanese English speaking cultural guide, a Bhutanese driver, all meals, ground transport, hotel accommodation on twin sharing basis, museum fees, Bhutan Visitor's Visa, and Airport tax.
Yoga Travels tours include: all yoga classes and meditation with a Yoga Alliance certified yoga teacher, a Bhutanese English speaking cultural guide, a Bhutanese driver, all meals, ground transport, hotel accommodation on twin sharing basis, museum fees, Bhutan Visitor's Visa, and Airport tax.
What is not included in the cost?
The flight from your home to Delhi, India, the flight from Delhi to Paro, Bhutan, 2 Indian Visas ( www.in.vfsglobal.ca/) and personal spending money.
The flight from your home to Delhi, India, the flight from Delhi to Paro, Bhutan, 2 Indian Visas ( www.in.vfsglobal.ca/) and personal spending money.
What vaccinations should I have?
This is a discussion which you must have with a Travel Doctor specialist to ensure your health requirements are met.
This is a discussion which you must have with a Travel Doctor specialist to ensure your health requirements are met.
Do I need travel insurance?
Travel Insurance is a compulsory requirement for all bookings with Yoga Travels. Yoga Travels must receive a copy of the insurance at the time of booking. Your insurance policy must show you are the named policy holder, that it is valid for your period of travel and that you are covered for all medical expenses and repatriation. The policy must also have a 24 hour contact telephone number for your insurance company in case of emergency.
Travel Insurance is a compulsory requirement for all bookings with Yoga Travels. Yoga Travels must receive a copy of the insurance at the time of booking. Your insurance policy must show you are the named policy holder, that it is valid for your period of travel and that you are covered for all medical expenses and repatriation. The policy must also have a 24 hour contact telephone number for your insurance company in case of emergency.
What if I am traveling alone?
Traveling alone is a great way to do a yoga tour as you will find friendships are quick to develop in a safe and caring environment of a yoga group.
Traveling alone is a great way to do a yoga tour as you will find friendships are quick to develop in a safe and caring environment of a yoga group.
About the Yoga
What if yoga is new to me?
No worries. Yoga is for everyone, beginners as well as more experienced yogis can participate in the same classes as they are taught with modifications for all levels.
No worries. Yoga is for everyone, beginners as well as more experienced yogis can participate in the same classes as they are taught with modifications for all levels.
What if my traveling companion does not practice yoga, can they come on the tour?
If you practice yoga and your traveling companion doesn't practice yoga - no problem, this is an incredible journey for both yogis and non-yogis.
If you practice yoga and your traveling companion doesn't practice yoga - no problem, this is an incredible journey for both yogis and non-yogis.
What are the benefits of yoga?
The benefits of yoga are vast, touching on all aspects of our body, mind and spirit. Physically yoga helps to relax the body and is extremely effective in increasing flexibility, increasing the lubrication of the joints, ligaments and tendons and massaging all of the body organs to increase digestion and the flow of blood and oxygen to our vital organs.
The benefits of yoga are vast, touching on all aspects of our body, mind and spirit. Physically yoga helps to relax the body and is extremely effective in increasing flexibility, increasing the lubrication of the joints, ligaments and tendons and massaging all of the body organs to increase digestion and the flow of blood and oxygen to our vital organs.
Do I need to bring a yoga mat?
Yes bringing your own mat is necessary as there are no yoga mats for sale in Bhutan.
Yes bringing your own mat is necessary as there are no yoga mats for sale in Bhutan.
What type of yoga will we be practicing?
We will be practicing the following types of yoga; Hatha/Akhanda, Yin, Yoga Nidra and Restorative. Following is a description of each type.
Hatha/Akhanda Yoga, is a non-competitive, integrated and holistic yoga with an emphasis on the balanced sequences of poses, breathing, relaxation, mantra and meditation.
Yin Yoga uses Hatha yoga asanas (poses) to stretch the connective tissues rather than condition the muscles. Working with the bodyʼs energy (qi) the asanas are deep and passive and held for several minutes to allow for the improvement of energy flow and range of motion throughout the body.
Restorative Yoga is a gentle, therapeutic style of Yoga that uses props to support the body to deepen the benefits of the poses. It is a soothing and nurturing practice that promotes the effects of conscious relaxation.
Yoga Nidra is and ancient yogic practice designed to cultivate utter relaxation and meditative awareness. The phrase literally means “yoga sleep.” While it does not involve actually sleeping, the practice emphasizes long periods in Savasana or Corpse Pose. It is a state of conscious Deep Sleep.
We will be practicing the following types of yoga; Hatha/Akhanda, Yin, Yoga Nidra and Restorative. Following is a description of each type.
Hatha/Akhanda Yoga, is a non-competitive, integrated and holistic yoga with an emphasis on the balanced sequences of poses, breathing, relaxation, mantra and meditation.
Yin Yoga uses Hatha yoga asanas (poses) to stretch the connective tissues rather than condition the muscles. Working with the bodyʼs energy (qi) the asanas are deep and passive and held for several minutes to allow for the improvement of energy flow and range of motion throughout the body.
Restorative Yoga is a gentle, therapeutic style of Yoga that uses props to support the body to deepen the benefits of the poses. It is a soothing and nurturing practice that promotes the effects of conscious relaxation.
Yoga Nidra is and ancient yogic practice designed to cultivate utter relaxation and meditative awareness. The phrase literally means “yoga sleep.” While it does not involve actually sleeping, the practice emphasizes long periods in Savasana or Corpse Pose. It is a state of conscious Deep Sleep.
How long are the classes?
Classes will be either one hour or one and a half hours long.
Classes will be either one hour or one and a half hours long.
Where will we be practicing yoga/meditation?
We will have the unique opportunity to practice yoga both in and outdoors, at monasteries, mountain tops (depending on the weather) and other places of exceptional beauty and extraordinary spiritual energy.
We will have the unique opportunity to practice yoga both in and outdoors, at monasteries, mountain tops (depending on the weather) and other places of exceptional beauty and extraordinary spiritual energy.