India & the Himalaya

beyond the beaten path

Discover this captivating region of the world - home to the hot and spicy curries, the stunning mountainous range of the Himalayas, the endangered and majestic Indian Tiger, and a variety of cultures that has shaped to make the subcontinent theenchanting nation it is today.
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Bhutan by Sam Power
Nileshwaram, India by Manyu Varma

Featured Destinations

Bhutan
India
Nepal
Sri Lanka

Featured Journeys

Extraordinary experiences beyond the tourist trails

Bhutan • 4 Days

Phobjikha Valley Wellbeing Escape

Featured Stories

Extraordinary and enlightening stories

Righteous Wrestler KushtiInside one of Mumbai’s oldest ‘akhara’, a young runaway finds his destiny as a Kushti wrestler — an ancient and religious sport passed down from the Mughal conquerors of the 16th Century. 15 years later, on the brink of becoming a champion, he must give up his sport and his life as Kushti to honor a sacred obligation.read more
JYJoni Yokerin Mumbai
Shiva Dhakal"The primary motivation to start leading tours was to enable interactions through which perspectives can be exchanged and ideas can be shared."read more
Annie Yanofskyin Nepal
Offbeat things to Do in BhutanIf you love mist-covered mountains and lush forests, Bhutan probably features high on your bucket list. A kingdom known for its GNH (Gross National Happiness), this slice of paradise is just as famous for its pristine beauty and culture. While you can explore all the popular places in Bhutan during your trip, you can also choose to visit offbeat trails, stores and restaurants for a more eclectic holiday. Here’s a list of lesser-known places in Bhutan that will make your itinerary even more exciting.read more
Sonam Therchenin Bhutan
Paro Tshechu Festival Tour in BhutanThe Paro Tshechu is the one of the biggest festival in the country. On the first day, all mask dances are held inside the courtyard of the Dzong. In the subsequent days, the courtyard outside the Dzong hosts the festival.read more
Sonam Therchenin Rinpung Dzong
A journey through China
Sonam Therchenin Bhutan
Flavours of Bengal“The great Sufis (mystics) have said that there is no value in namaz (prayers) if your soul is not clean, no value of bathing in the Ganga, if your thoughts are impure. God is to be achieved through love. Love is the ultimate reality.” Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan, Legendary Sufi singerread more
Exotic Heritage Groupin Ganges
A walk of discovery with the Chief VeddhaGal Oya Lodge neighbours one of the last remaining communities of the Veddha – the forest-dwelling, indigenous people of Sri Lanka. We can invite the village chief to take you on a walk through the jungles of his ancestors. Discover and learn about local nature as he brings the forest alive, explaining his tribe’s use of medicinal plants, ancient hunting grounds and cave dwellings. It’s a fascinating insight into how the hunter-gatherers lived in the jungles of Gal Oya.read more
Gal Oya Lodgein Gal Oya Lodge
The ABC TrekAnyone can do this stunning 8-day trek to Annapurna Base Camp in the foothills of the Himalaya in Nepal. We hiked it in the depths of winter so you don’t have to.read more
Chris Brinlee Jr.in Nepal

Featured Experts

Remarkable destination specialists with insider access

Owen Gaddis
  • Argentina
  • Belize
We travel, initially, to lose ourselves; and we travel, next to find ourselves. We travel to open our hearts and eyes and learn more about the world than our newspapers will accommodate.We travel to bring what little we can, in our ignorance and knowledge, to those parts of the globe whose riches are differently dispersed. And we travel, in essence, to become young fools again—to slow time down and get taken in, and fall in love once more.
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Earthtones Journeys
  • Chile
  • Colombia
At Earthtones, we believe that tourism — when implemented thoughtfully and intentionally — can be a force for regeneration in the world: regenerative to local economic,social, and ecological systems. Partnering with individuals, guides, and communities rich in natural capital — from farmers to community land trusts and ranches — we're co-creating a network of local-powered, immersive nature experiences.
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RTRaj Tamang
  • India
  • Nepal
Responsible Adventures is a leader in innovative boutique adventure tours that are transformational with unparalleled services.We have pioneered mobile glamping and culinary trekking adventures in the Himalayas. We strive to provide our customers with a successful and adventurous journey. Be assured of an upgraded service with the utmost attention to detail, a step above a traditional adventure holiday. Our team has many years’ experience and has been trained by our founder Raj Tamang. We provide High-Value ‘out of the box’ Experiences. We have reduced the maximum size to 12.
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Td Vishwas
  • India
Concierge service provider for expats visiting india, bengaluru..do ping me on +919739561985 or [email protected]
Exotic Heritage Group
  • Bangladesh
  • Bhutan
The ultimate purpose of a journey is to discover oneself among signboards, cultures and individuals along new destinations and routes.Some realize this consciously while others just make them a part of their memories. We curate luxury experiences across South Asia that take you through ancient river routes, forests in the heart of the subcontinent, and indigenous birds and animals in their natural habitat. Independent owner-managed firm since 1979, our successes directly benefitting local peoples, we have offered you the purpose and also helped you realise it.
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Frank Castro
  • Argentina
  • Bhutan
I grew up in Malibu, California and have spent much of my life traveling in search of perfect waves, beautiful peaks, and inspiring wildlife safaris.I have spent over a decade running lodges & camps and curating adventure programs in Africa. I have spent many years traversing the Himalayas and curating trips in that region. After becoming a father, I have highly focused on Central & South America. My focus is on sustainable and ethical travel, with top notch services and guiding. Adventure travel is vital for local economies and also the greatest connection to nature and the human essence.
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Everest Expeditions Nepal
  • Argentina
  • Austria
Everest Expeditions Nepal is an organization operated by dedicated professionals, properly prepared to meet the expectations of all trekkers, climbers,mountaineers, general visitors and tourists as well as those with special interests, for example geologists, earth scientists and anthropologists. We have great pleasure to be able to tailor make trips to suit your needs best.
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Ashley Blake
  • Ecuador
  • Jordan
Traverse Journeys provides organized travel opportunities powered by social enterprises, community partners and impact-minded venturers.Our mission is to cultivate transformative experiences to unique destinations across the globe, fostering cross-cultural appreciation, environmental awareness and responsible tourism. We offer small group trips to 20+ destinations infusing people, planet and purpose into each experience, ranging from adventure, hiking, yoga, cultural and culinary itineraries 6-12 days in length.
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Kelly Javanmardi
  • Dominican Republic
  • India
Jennifer Spatz
  • India
  • USA
A cultural anthropologist at heart, Jennifer Spatz is Founder and CEO of Seattle-area Global Family Travels, whose mission is to “Learn,Serve and Immerse,” using travel as a means to build cultural bridges and to foster global citizens. Using sustainable tourism principles and many United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, Jennifer develops community-based, family-friendly trips which features a unique mix of cultural and educational activities, as well as community engagement to help make a positive impact on the lives of people and natural habitats where we visit.
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ram gurung
  • Nepal
Born and raised in the Mountains now trying to giving back to the mountains and people. I was born in Annapurna region,Nepal started my guiding career since early 2000 as a porter and guiding and operating awesome adventure in the Himalayas for more than a decade. Me and my team organize awesome guided mountain biking, trekking, adventure, family holidays, and many more epic outdoor activities. Welcome everyone and Join us.
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JPJitka Polaskova
  • Czech Republic
  • Denmark
Adam de Lancey
  • Bhutan
  • Cambodia
For the past 12 years, Indotrek have specialized in adventure tourism throughout Southeast Asia. From humble beginnings, Indotrek now operates and has offices in Vietnam,Cambodia, Thailand, Laos, Myanmar and Indonesia and welcomes people from all over the world. For us, adventure travel is not just about hardcore mountain biking, extreme trekking and white water rapids, but also about unique and hands-on experiences that allow you to engage with local communities and its people. With years of expertise, we believe that we can provide truly different and memorable adventure tours.
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Sonam Therchen
  • Bhutan
Nothing is much more fulfilling than being on tour with guests. I come a long way from a quaint village of Minjey, Lhuntse to the capital city of Thimphu.It wasn’t an easy journey, nothing was served on a platter. I earned every bit of rave review from guests through my hard work and dedication. “Hard works beats talent
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Carrie Back
  • Australia
  • Bahamas
Carrie Ann Back is a part-time travel writer and full-time globetrotter based in Southeast Asia. She’s been to over 30 countries,including living in the Amazon jungle in Bolivia and working for elephant conservation in Thailand. I love anything off-the-beaten path! Carrie continues to be a sought-after travel expert for digital media, print materials & magazines, and conferences all over the world. Carrie is also a digital copywriter for hotels and restaurants worldwide. When not traveling, she can be found sampling new wines, planning her next trip, or trying to perfect her
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CPCasey Price
  • Australia
  • Belize
Gal Oya Lodge
  • Sri Lanka
Gal Oya Lodge is the perfect haven for wildlife enthusiasts and those looking to live in the heart of nature. Set amongst 25 acres of private forest in the East of Sri Lanka,there’s no better place to experience all the amazing wildlife Sri Lanka has to offer. Just 3½ hrs drive from the city of Kandy and 2 hrs drive from Arugam Bay, our high-end eco-lodge is situated on the border of the Gal Oya National Park, one of Sri Lanka’s least explored National Parks. It’s the perfect location to stay and enjoy the island’s only boat safari.
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Friendship World Treks
  • Bhutan
  • China
I am Nima Tamang and I love Trekking, Mountaineering, Volunteering! I am an adventure seeker and outdoor activities are my passion. I am very experienced in Trekking,Climbing, but also in natural good producing. I am passionate about offering knowledge and new experiences with people. I have also been awarded for my activities and gained a prize in some competitions! Trekking & Hiking, Climbing is a hobby that I do almost every weekend. I want to share this experience with you all. Have a nice Journey!!
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Kolena Allen
  • Chile
  • Mongolia
I believe in the power of tourism to be transformational for the traveler and communities that tourism impacts. We create, exciting, fun,and immersive adventures around the world, helping you dive deeper into the places you visit. We are also focused on helping tourism be a positive force within the communities we visit.
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