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Best time
Mar-May, Sep-Nov
Ideal length
8-12 days
Flight time
20hrs
Currency
Ngultrum
Language
Dzongkha
Happiness is a place. A luxury holiday in Bhutan will reveal the secrets of the contentment that radiates from its people and mesmerises with its Shangri-la characteristics.
Nestled in the Himalayas, the mysterious kingdom of Bhutan remains unspoiled and one of the most isolated places on Earth; where oxen still plough the rice paddies and Buddhism shapes its unique culture and traditions.
The views are breathtaking: mist-enshrouded monasteries perch precariously on cliffs, emerald valleys are pierced by magnificent rivers and rugged mountains lined with colourful prayer flags that dance in the wind. One of a kind, luxury travel to Bhutan is spiritually invigorating and endlessly enthralling.
Despite its timeless appeal, few actually experience the magic of a luxury holiday to Bhutan as the government closely manages tourism numbers and enforces a daily visitor tariff as part of its commitment to the environment and cultural preservation.
However this unwavering devotion has led to Bhutan being the only carbon-negative country in the world, which you’ll quickly see once you arrive as you breathe in the pure pine air. Our Travel Designers can help you discover one of the most unique countries with a tailor-made holiday to Bhutan that has everything from bloody-pumping treks to deep relaxation in luxurious lodges and boutique retreats.
Luxury Bhutan holidays & honeymoons
Let us inspire you with our luxury Bhutan holidays & honeymoons. All our holidays are tailor-made, this means you can completely customise your itinerary to suit your interests and preferences. If you have a specific idea in mind or just want to chat through your options, we’d love to hear from you so please get in touch.
Uncloak Bhutan’s mysteries
The last great Himalayan kingdom, Bhutan is shrouded in secrecy. This eleven-day journey will unlock the door to this devoutly Buddhist land, one of the world’s most mysterious countries.
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Unique experiences in Bhutan
A private meeting with Mynak Tulku, a spiritual Buddhist leader
Get a fascinating private introduction to Buddhism with renowned spiritual leader Mynak Tulku Rinpoche.
Farm-to-fork cuisine, at the Happiness Fields farmhouse
Spend time at the Happiness Fields farmhouse, where you can help milk a cow and see how cheese is traditionally made. You’ll get to try some authentic Bhutanese food, too, grown right there on the farm.
Bhutan hotel recommendations
Amankora Thimphu, Thimphu
If you want a luxury snapshot of how a monk lives, Amankora Thimphu comes pretty close. Serenely situated on the outskirts of Bhutan’s capital amid sweet-smelling pines, the hotel is built in the image of a traditional dzong. Even the simple designed rooms and bukhari wood-burning stoves, resemble monks’ quarters. Tap into Bhutanese life here, from half-day hikes to a nearby monastery to archery classes and downtime in its cedar-scented spa.
COMO Uma Punakha, Punakha
Resembling a Buddhist fortress, COMO Uma Punakha effortlessly blends in with the wild Himalayan landscape of the Punakha Valley. And what a location it is: floor-to-ceiling windows in every room give you a front-row seat presiding over tiered paddy fields and jade-hued hills tumbling into the Mo Chu river. This is Mother Nature at the top of her game. Hikes, rafting trips and local market visits are available but if you’re having trouble peeling yourself way from that view, the hotel’s spa has a Bhutanese hot stone bath overlooking the valley.
Gangtey Lodge, Gangtey
There’s nowhere better suited to help you slide into the zen-like slipstream of Bhutanese life than Gangtey Lodge. A remote outpost nestled in the pristine Phobjikha Valley, this decadent take on a traditional farmhouse feels permanently set to a meditative tempo. There aren’t any TVs here but you won’t need them – the view from your room is like the Discovery Channel in high definition. Watch to your heart’s content as black-necked cranes soar silently overhead in a valley that is quite possibly the most tranquil place on Earth.
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