BOULDER, CO, June 2008 – It’s not all oxygen masks and two-man tents: Asia Transpacific Journeys is once again on the forefront of unique, fresh offerings for travel to Asia this fall, with cultural tours focused in the Himalayan region.
“Asia’s Himalayan region—from Bhutan to Ladahk—is jammed packed with cultural treasures that don’t require an ice ax to uncover,” says Marilyn Downing-Staff, CEO of Asia Transpacific Journeys, which has specialized in Asia and Pacific Rim destinations for 21 years. “The foothills are bursting with monasteries, temples, traditional villages and Raj-era hill stations. People tend to think frozen peak, when in reality a great deal of the region’s landscape is spectacularly lush.”
There is also a general misconception that you’ll be staking down a tent each night, notes Downing-Staff. “People think they’ll need to rough it, but are delighted to learn of the luxurious accommodations in the area.” Asia Transpacific Journeys’ suggestions include:
• Splurge on the spa menu at Ananda in the Himalayas, voted World’s Best by
Conde Nast Traveler
• Dip in the infinity-edge pool at Wildflower Hall, a former British aristocrat’s retreat near Simla
• Glimpse the Dalai Lama (luck permitting) from a cozy, family-run cottage in Dharamsala
• Play lawn croquet at a Heritage Hotel restored to Raj-era splendor
Fall travel options include, joining a superbly crafted Small Group Trip such as:
Bhutan—Inside the Dragon Kingdom
Largely isolated from the outside world for centuries, Bhutan is anachronistic yet visionary. Travel to Bhutan now, a land on the brink of transformation. Departs: October 3, 2008 11 Days, $4,595
India—In the Realm of the Spirit: Temples and Monasteries of the Indian Himalaya
This exceptional Small Group Trip to India explores the spectacular monasteries, temples, diverse religious traditions, ancient cultures, UNESCO World Heritage sites, and remote villages. Departs: September 16, 2008 16 days, $6,195
"Alternatively, all of our group departures can also be customized for a family or group of friends,” she adds. “We specialize in creating trips crafted around an individual’s interests and timeframe.” Custom Journeys feature expert guides, and typically beautiful boutique hotels in authentic style. For more information please visit www.AsiaTranspacific.com | 800.642.2742
About Asia Transpacific Journeys
Asia Transpacific Journeys is a Boulder, Colorado based Asia travel company and Asia tour operator specializing in Custom Journeys and Small Group Trips to Asia and the Pacific region since 1987. Outstanding service, long-standing connections in Asia and deeply insightful cultural interpretation make them the operator of choice for discerning individuals, their families and friends. Asia Transpacific Journeys is the recipient of three “Top Travel Specialists” awards for 2007 from
Condé Nast Traveler magazine. In November 2007 Asia Transpacific Journeys was also honored as a “World’s Best Tour Operator” by
National Geographic Adventure. For more information, visit
http://www.asiatranspacific.com
Press contact: Sara Widness | sara[at]widnesspr[dot]com | 802 234 6704
