About Us

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

Our Pledge: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

At Knutson Travels, we believe that travel should be as diverse as the world we explore. We are committed to fostering a culture of inclusion where every traveler, partner, and team member feels valued, respected, and empowered. Our tours are designed to celebrate global cultures, amplify underrepresented voices, and ensure equitable access to transformative travel experiences for all.

Experiences – The Blog

Reclining Buddha Wat Pho Bangkok, Thailand

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Mar
2020
Bangkok
Posted by: Josh Knutson /2640
After a short 4 hour flight from Taipei, we had touchdown in BKK (Don Mueang) around noon local time. This first thing that struck me was the golf course between the runways followed by the ease of getting through immigration. The process was simplified by the fact I was entering the country on a 3-month […]
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Feb
2020
SEA to BKK
Posted by: Josh Knutson /2620
What choosing an airline now versus back in the early 2000s is very different for me. As a poor college student, my decision to pick an airline to get to me Thailand was solely based on price. For this epic journey, I chose EVA airlines based on the low price of $900 round trip from […]
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Elephant Peek earthtravels

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Feb
2020
The Birth of Knutson Travels…
Posted by: Josh Knutson /3140
When you have profound things happen in your life, it tends to stick with you!  One of those profound experiences was my first trip to Thailand.  Even though my first time to Thailand was in the early 2000s, it still feels like yesterday! My opportunity came while sitting in a Business class my junior year […]
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