Tour Operator Spotlight: Toto Tours
Photos courtesy of Toto Tours (1) Nepal, (2) Chile, (3) Mongolia
Story by Olga Bas
Toto Tours
(1-800-565-1241, www.tototours.com, tototours@gmail.com)
About:Toto Tours, created in 1990, provides fully guided tours around the world exclusively for men. Gay-owned and operated, the focus is on smaller groups for a more personal experience while traveling through both the well-known tourist spots as well as more exotic locales. Each guide is knowledgeable about his respective destination and there is room in the itinerary for solo exploration in addition to group adventures.
Clientele: 100% gay; 100% men; 50% singles
Price range: $ 2,995 - $6,595
Upcoming trips: April 5-21st 2009, Toto Tours is running their second trip to Bhutan. A sequestered country, Bhutan only received its first tourists in 1974, allowing the preservation of its distinct culture and traditions. The tour includes a hike to Bhutan's most famous monastery, the Taktsang (Tiger’s Nest) Monastery as well as the famous Druk Path Trek. Departing from and arriving back in Bangkok, this tour will be traveling with a small group of 16 people. Be prepared to climb and camp under the stars.
Deals and steals: Mention Out Traveler when you book any 2009 Toto Tours before March 1st for a $100 price discount. Early booking discounts (at least six months prior to departure) still apply. See here for details.