DISCOVER BHUTAN

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Hidden between India and Tibet lies the enchanting kingdom of Bhutan, the most magical and mysterious of all the Himalayan nations. This pristine land is a tapestry of alpine valleys, dotted with fluttering prayer flags and ancient monasteries shrouded in mist, clinging to steep mountainsides. This itinerary takes you through Bhutan’s most breathtaking highlights, staying in the finest luxury accommodations the country has to offer.

Your journey begins in the vibrant capital of Thimphu, a 45-minute drive from Paro Airport. Thimphu offers a captivating introduction to Bhutan, with visits to the weekend market, Thimphu Dzong, the Textile Museum, and the Folk Heritage Museum. From Thimphu, travel to the tropical Punakha Valley, with its unique microclimate and the magnificent Punakha Dzong, one of Bhutan’s most important monasteries. The Pho Chu and Mo Chu rivers wind through the valley, creating a landscape of lush rice paddies and vibrant orchards.

Next, drive to the scenic Phobjikha Valley, stopping at points of interest along the mountain roads. Gangtey, located in this valley, is the winter haven for the rare black-necked crane, which migrates from the Tibetan Plateau to escape the harsh winter. From Gangtey, continue to the peaceful alpine valley of Bumthang, known for its fertile highlands, sturdy stone homes, and abundance of monasteries. For those interested in light trekking, this region offers excellent opportunities.

Your journey culminates in the serene valley of Paro, a region rich in culture and natural beauty. Home to some of Bhutan’s oldest temples and monasteries, Paro offers the perfect setting to relax and reflect on your travels.

Throughout your adventure, you’ll stay in some of the world’s finest hotels, experiencing Bhutanese hospitality and rural charm, offering an unforgettable glimpse into this magical kingdom. Luxury travel in Bhutan has become a key part of the experience in recent years, with the addition of high-end properties like the Six Senses lodges. However, this level of luxury comes at a premium, reflected in the difference between superior and luxury tour packages.

This itinerary is a suggested journey and can be booked as is or customized to create your ideal tailor-made holiday in Bhutan.

This itinerary offers a unique way to experience the enchanting Himalayan kingdom of Bhutan, focusing on the distinct valleys of Paro and Punakha—one alpine, the other tropical.

Ideal for both family holidays and honeymoons, Bhutan remains an exclusive, romantic, and adventurous destination. The luxurious COMO Hotels, including the beautiful Uma Punakha and the well-loved Uma Paro, serve as perfect havens from which to explore this magical country.

Designed for luxury explorers, this 7-night tailor-made tour immerses you in Bhutanese culture, Himalayan Buddhism, and mountain sports, including Bhutan's national sport, archery. Highly experienced and knowledgeable guides will unveil the hidden wonders of their beautiful country. You'll enjoy attentive and intuitive service, delectable cuisine, and heavenly spa treatments in the world's highest mountain range.

Our Bhutan specialists have traveled extensively throughout the country over the last 16 years, witnessing its evolution. They are eager to discuss your holiday plans and tailor them to your individual interests and requirements.

This luxury holiday is a suggested itinerary, which can be booked as is or customized to create your perfect tailor-made tour of Bhutan.

For many, the Himalayan Kingdom of Bhutan has a pull like few other nations on earth. Tucked away between India and Tibet, this little kingdom remained, until only recently, off limits to visitors, creating a shroud of mystery that has remained to today. It is a land of pristine alpine valleys, dotted with ancient monasteries and woven together with fluttering prayer flags, and this comprehensive itinerary covers the highlights of this breathtaking country. 

Begin your journey in the relaxed town of Punakha, which is home to arguably the most beautiful Dzong in the country. Located at 1,300 metres, Punakha is lower than the other valleys so is a great starting point to acclimatise to the altitude and it also enjoys a temperate climate. Continue on to the wetland valley of Gangtey, winter home of the rare black-necked crane, and where the scenery becomes ever more sparsely populated. Onward winding through ancient cloud forest and rural villages to reach the dramatic hillside town of Trongsa, home to the cliff hanging Dzong, en-route to the small settlement of Bumthang. This is the most eastern point of the trip and which lies in an idyllic U-shaped valley with streams running through it and pine forested slopes on both sides. The final leg, catch a flight westwards and end in the pristine alpine valley of Paro, famed for the Tiger’s Nest monastery. 

Throughout your stay experience gracious hospitality and rural living, and gain an unforgettable insight into this magical kingdom. For those who enjoy light trekking this can easily be included in the itinerary. As ever, this holiday is purely a suggested itinerary: it can be booked as it is, or alternatively used as a starting point for creating your own ideal tailor-made trip to Bhutan and India.