At Knutson Travels, we believe the most powerful journeys don’t just cross borders—they change people.
We design deeply immersive, small-group travel experiences across Asia that connect you with culture, heritage, and the human spirit.

Rooted in authenticity, elegance, and personal transformation, our tours go far beyond the typical itinerary. Whether you’re walking through ancient temples in Kyoto, learning handloom weaving in rural India, or sipping tea with elders in Chiang Mai, you’re stepping into a story—and becoming part of it.

Our Tour Experiences

Indulgence – for those groups/families wanting an exceptional tour experience.
Escorted – a cultural experience tour with 16 – 26 like minded travelers.
Group – tours for friends & families, with the itineraries of Escorted Tours (minimum of 4 travelers). Prices may vary based on tour selected vs Escorted.

Our Mission

To foster meaningful connections across cultures by curating soulful travel experiences that awaken wonder, deepen understanding, and honor the beauty of our world.

What Makes Us Different

Curated Cultural Immersion

We go beyond tourist spots to introduce you to artisans, historians, healers, and everyday locals who shape the cultural heartbeat of their communities.

Boutique & Intentional

Each journey is designed for intimacy—with small groups, slow-paced exploration, and intentional storytelling.

Spiritually Rooted

Influenced by sacred timing and planetary energy, our trips are designed to resonate not just with your mind, but with your spirit.

Ethical & Respectful

We partner directly with local guides, families, and businesses to ensure tourism uplifts—not extracts—from the places we visit.

Where We Travel

We currently offer immersive journeys in:

China
India
Japan
Malaysia
Singapore
Thailand

Each destination is chosen for its cultural richness, spiritual depth, and storytelling potential.

Let’s Journey Together

If you’re ready to travel deeper—into landscapes, into culture, and into yourself—Knutson Travels is your invitation.

Discover the world with presence, purpose, and beauty.

Our Founders

Josh & Natasha Knutson are lifelong travelers, storytellers, and seekers of meaningful connection.
Together, they created Knutson Travels to offer immersive experiences that blend heritage, heart, and healing. Inspired by their journeys across Asia and their belief in travel as a spiritual and cultural bridge, they design each itinerary with care, curiosity, and intention.

Golden Temple – Amritsar, Punjab, India

Experiences – The Blog

09

Aug

2021

Open Minds

Posted by: Josh Knutson /1880

“We welcome the open-minded traveler to join our tours!” It may be funny to see a tour company state such a thing, but it has a lot to do with how we tour. Our tours are designed to get you out of your comfort zone and to become a “local”. I think back to the […]

27

Jan

2021

Visakha Walking Ceremony

Posted by: Josh Knutson /2140

Early in our stay in Chiang Mai was an auspicious event, Visakha (Vesak, Vesakha) Bucha day. The day is celebrated as the birth, enlightenment, & death of Gautama Buddha. On the eve of Visakha Bucha, the Buddhist pilgrims hike to Wat Phra That Doi Suthep for special activities to show respect to Buddha. Our hike […]

02

Oct

2020

Life in Chiang Mai

Posted by: Josh Knutson /1930

Adjusting to life in Chiang Mai was helped by our group of 24 students from Washington State University We had been meeting for months discussing everything from culture to the Thai language and camaraderie. While in Chiang Mai we had to attend class in the morning and most afternoons were spent touring around the area […]