Experience the ultimate in Bhutan luxury tours with Amankora Bhutan, an exclusive lodge circuit spanning Paro, Thimphu, Punakha, Bumthang, and Gangtey. Each lodge masterfully balances quiet luxury with traditional Bhutanese motifs, offering Himalayan tranquility and unmatched privacy.
Indulge in world-class wellness experiences with personalized spa treatments, holistic yoga sessions, and traditional Bhutanese hot stone baths, complemented by gourmet cuisine that harmoniously fuses local flavors with cosmopolitan tastes. Private guides escort you to Bhutan's cultural treasures, from sacred monasteries and remote communities to famous landmarks like Tiger's Nest Monastery, ensuring a deeply immersive and authentic Bhutan holiday.
Perfect for travelers seeking bespoke Bhutan holidays that combine luxury, wellness, and cultural discovery, the Amankora lodge circuit offers a grand Himalayan experience in distinguished comfort and style.
Countries Visited
Bhutan
Lodges & Locations
Paro, Thimphu, Punakha, Bumthang, Gangtey
Suggested Duration
11 Days
Accommodation
5 Ultra‑Luxury Lodges
Touch down in Paro and be welcomed by your private Amankora guide. Transfer to the Amankora Paro lodge — a series of stone and timber pavilions set amid pine forests at the edge of the Paro Valley. After settling in, take a gentle introductory walk through the valley and enjoy a candlelit dinner of locally inspired cuisine. On your second day, embark on the private ascent to Tiger's Nest Monastery, guided through juniper forests to this legendary clifftop sanctuary perched 900 metres above the valley floor.
Drive to the capital and check into Amankora Thimphu, a lodge perched on a forested hillside above the city. Visit the National Memorial Chorten and the Tashichho Dzong, then browse the lively weekend market laden with dried chilies, local cheeses, and woven textiles. In the afternoon, enjoy a personalized spa treatment at the lodge — a blend of Bhutanese hot stone therapy and holistic bodywork using indigenous botanicals — before a gourmet dinner fusing Bhutanese and cosmopolitan flavors.
Cross the Dochula Pass, dotted with 108 gleaming chortens, and descend into the lush Punakha Valley. Amankora Punakha sits beside the Mo Chhu river surrounded by rice terraces and banana groves. Spend the afternoon exploring the magnificent Punakha Dzong at golden hour — one of the finest examples of Bhutanese architecture. The following morning, walk through rice paddies to Khamsum Yulley Namgyal Chorten, then enjoy a private yoga session on the riverside deck at dusk.
Fly or drive to Bumthang, Bhutan's spiritual heartland. Amankora Bumthang is nestled in an apple orchard with views of the surrounding sacred valleys. Visit Jambay Lhakhang — believed to be over 1,300 years old — and the revered Kurje Lhakhang temple complex. Cycle through the Choskhor Valley past ancient farmhouses and fluttering prayer flags. In the evening, participate in a private butter lamp offering ceremony at the lodge, an intimate ritual for blessings and inner peace.
Travel to Gangtey and check into Amankora Gangtey, commanding sweeping views over the pristine Phobjikha Valley. Explore Gangtey Gompa monastery and walk the valley's Nature Trail through wetlands and forests — home to the rare black-necked cranes in season. On your final evening, a private farewell dinner is served at the lodge under starlit Himalayan skies, celebrating a journey of quiet luxury, cultural depth, and personal renewal.
Transfer to Paro for your onward flight. As Bhutan's peaks recede into the clouds, carry forward the serenity, cultural richness, and distinguished comfort that define the Amankora experience. Your Nirvana Journeys team ensures a seamless and gracious departure from the Kingdom of the Thunder Dragon.
