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​​Immerse yourself in stunningly scenic Bhutan, experiencing its deeply spiritual culture alongside friendly locals for whom happiness is a national priority, as you share the magnificent nature beauty, learn about traditional medicines and ascend to the soaring “Tiger’s Nest” Monastery. Follow Alma Burton’s journey, you will enjoy seven nights stay in authentically designed Gangtey Lodge and wellness retreat at Six Senses Paro with its stunning Valley View.
  • Gangtey Gompa
    The Gangteng Monastery, generally known as Gangtey Gonpa or Gangtey Monastery, is an important monastery of Nyingmapa school of Buddhism, the main seat of the Pema Lingpa tradition. It is located on a hillock amidst the Gangtey village with a striking view of the Phobjika valley.
  • Khamsum Yulley Namgyal Choeten
    Khamsum Yulley Namgyal Chorten sits high above Punakha Valley, affording panoramic views of the verdant hillsides below. The four-storey temple remains a worthy example of the country's traditional architecture and artistic techniques.
  • Tiger’s Nest
    The Iconic sacred monastery on a cliff , 3120 meters above the sea level on the side of the upper Paro valley in Bhutan where the 'Second Buddha' is said to have meditated. The remote location of the monastery makes it amazingly beautiful and unique!
  • Phobjikha Valley
    Phobjikha Valley is a vast U-shaped glacial valley, also known as Gangteng Valley named after the impressive Gangteng Monastery of the Nyingma sect in central Bhutan, where the graceful black-necked cranes in Bhutan from the Tibetan Plateau visit the valley during the winter season to roost. The colourful Mask Dance Festival of Bhutan and the Crane Festival welcoming the black-neck cranes in winter months are held every year in the precincts of the Phobjikha Valley.
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​​Itinerary Overview
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Accommodations
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Six Senses Thimphu
 
Situated within apple orchards and pine forests, yet still within reach of the capital’s attractions, Six Senses Thimphu is perched on an auspicious hillside overlooking the shimmering lights of Thimphu. The resort offers 25 spacious villas and suites, starting from 721 square feet for the Lodge Suites and up to 3,358 square feet for the Three-Bedroom Villa. The lodge’s facilities include an 25-metre heated indoor pool, the signature Six Senses Spa for a spot of post-hike indulgence, a fitness room, and an impressive outdoor sunken deck for cultural performances. The prayer pavilion, surrounded by reflecting ponds, offers stunning 180-degree views of the valley, the nearby monasteries and the 52-metre-high Buddha Dordenma, one of the tallest Buddha statues in the world.
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Six Senses Punakha
 
Senses Punakha is perched at 1400 feet, has a rustic feel and is blessed with awe-inspiring 180 degre views of terraced rice fields. Six Senses Punakha offers 19 spacious villas and suites, starting from 721 square feet for the Lodge Suites and up to 2,949 square feet for the Three-Bedroom Villa. Offer pool, library, yoga and meditation huts, and from here you can visit one of the highlights: the majestic Punakha Dzong. Excellent starting point for hikes in gorgeous mountain landscape and to Chorten Ningpo temple.
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Amankora Gangtey
 
Gangtey Lodge is one of Alma Burton’s favourite accommodation in Bhutan! Gangtey Lodge is a boutique luxury hotel perched high above the mystical Gangtey Valley, rewarded with spectacular views of the valley. Striking the perfect balance of modern luxury with the real Bhutan, the 12 stellar suites all have under floor heating and WiFi alongside handcrafted wood burners and free-standing baths. Offer spacious lounge and dining space is at the heart of the Lodge where plush leather sofas invite guests to share tales of their adventures beside two impressive log- burning stoves, separate Hot Stone Bath House and complimentary use of mountain bike. Whether finding spirituality, participating in morning prayers at the 17th Century Gangtey Monastry or venturing further into the valley on foot or mountain bike, adventure beckons at the doorstep.

​Six Senses Paro
 
Six Senses Paro is situated on the grounds of a 15th century ruined fortress, directly above the National Museum of Bhutan, and its floor to ceiling windows look out onto incredible views of the Paro valley on all sides. All 20 spacious villas and suites, starting from 646 square feet for the Lodge Suites and up to 3,681 square feet for the Three-Bedroom Villa. A signature Six Senses Spa offering a full range of treatments, a well-equipped gym, and an outdoor sauna and cool dip - the perfect place to fill your lungs with clean mountain air. Bhutan’s spiritual side informs the private meditation and yoga room, and a stone away to the Tiger’s Nest.
 
​​Day 1
• Arrival into Bangkok (BKK) Airport
• Stay 1 night at Novotel Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport


Day 2
• Fly to Paro. Upon arrival, warm meet and greet by personal guide.
• Private transfer to Thimphu, enroute visit Iron Bridge and Simtokha Dzong
• Exclusive Blessing Ceremony by Rinpoche,
• Visit Buddha Dordenma Statue and Tashichodzong 
• Stay 2 nights at Six Senses Thimphu


Day 3
• Visit Bhutan Post to personalized own stamp,
• National Library of Bhutan to view fascinating collection of sacred manuscripts,
• Visit Traditional Medicine, where you enjoy a talk of Tibetan medicine and learn how the rich herbal remedies made from plants in Bhutan
• Learning traditional astrology from monks at Pangri Zampa
• Leisure shopping time for Bhutanese textiles, liquors, organic honey and many more.


Day 4
• Private touring to Punakha, enroute Dochula Pass set at 10,000 feet above sea level and famous for 108 chortens and panoramic view of Bhutan Himalayas
• Lunch at local restaurant
• Visit Chimi Lhakhang and Punakha Dzong
• Stay 2 Nights at Six Senses Punakha​


Day 5
• Private touring to Khotakha Valley, home to several sacred monasteries and hermitage.
• Visit farmhouse to observe the lifestyle of Bhutanese people, enjoy lunch with local host.
• Enjoy the opportunity to wear traditional Bhutanese garments – Kira and Gho and take part in a friendly archery match with villagers
• Private Outdoor dinner setting at Hotel with stunning view.


Day 6
• Private touring to Phobjikha Valley,  stroll through Gangtey Village and visit the striking Gangtey Monastery,
• Lunch at local restaurant and Dinner at hotel
• Stay 2 nights at Gangtey Lodge


Day 7 
• Visit Black Necked Crane centre and take on 4km Gangtey Nature trail, where you will see flower meadows to Semchubara Village and  beautiful forest. 
• Enjoy picnic lunch with an open valley view
• Experience traditional Hot Stone Bath 
• Dinner at Hotel


Day 8
• Private scenic drive to Paro
• Enjoy hotel’s integrated wellness – Private Yoga class 
• Stay 2 nights at Six Senses Paro
• Dinner at Hotel


Day 9
• Morning hikes to Taktsang Monastery (Tiger’s Nest), enjoy a tented picnic lunch company with local musicians
• Visit Paro Town and Paro Dzong if time permit
• Dinner at hotel


Day 10
• Private transfer to Paro airport for onwards flight home


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