27 Jun 2025
I booked my trip with Bhutan Acorn Tours & Travel. Both Karma and Sonam Choden were very professional with their communication and quick to respond to my many questions. They provided me with a detailed and flexible itinerary for 7 days. With their assistance, they made my travel plans seamless.
A shout out to my driver, Zhangpo. His calm demeanor and skillful ability to maneuver those hairpin turns up and down the mountains and avoiding the multitude of animals on the road, made me felt safe and comfortable. My guide, Sonam, was a wealth of information. His love for history and enthusiastic penchant for story telling made my visits to the monasteries, temples and local sites so encaptivating, educational and informative. He was able to transform historic artwork into a language that I can understand and appreciate. He is also a great hiker, entertaining and pacing me every step of the way. I had such a wonderful and unforgettable experience traveling with Sonam and Zhangpo. I'm so grateful for the opportunity to have had them as my travel mates. It felt like three friends going on a week-long road trip.
The itinerary gave me a wonderful overview of Bhutan, showing me their natural beauty of the country, tasting their delicious meals and experiencing their rich history, culture and traditions. The hikes allowed me to enjoy the great scenery, fresh air and tranquility. I also had the opportunity to witness their devotion to Buddhism unfold in front of me whenever we visited the temples. It was very beautiful, spiritual and touching. Bhutanese people are very mindful, thoughtful, respectful and genuine. Hospitality is in their blood. Everything they say and do is straight from their heart.
I unexpectedly fell madly in love with Bhutan. The beauty of the people and country captivated my heart. I would not hesitate to return and book through Bhutan Acorn Tours & Travel again.