The Grand Luxury Circuit
Five valleys, five exceptional lodges and one seamless private journey through the heart of Bhutan.
Bhutan's finest lodges are spread across five valleys, each with its own character, from the rice fields of Punakha to the forests of Bumthang. This circuit links them into one unhurried journey.
A domestic flight from Bumthang saves the long drive back, so the final days stay relaxed.
Highlights
- Five valleys, five lodges
- A night in a monastery (optional)
- Private cooking with a farming family
- Bumthang's sacred temples
Day by day
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Day 1
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Day 2
Paro
Kyichu Lhakhang, Rinpung Dzong and a spa afternoon.
Rinpung Dzong · Photo: Gerd Eichmann, CC BY-SA 4.0 -
Day 3
The Tiger's Nest
Hike to Paro Taktsang at your own pace.
Paro Taktsang · Photo: Athira.tuttu, CC BY-SA 4.0 -
Day 4
Paro to Thimphu
A full day in the capital: crafts, markets and the Memorial Chorten.
National Memorial Chorten · Photo: Vinayaraj, CC BY-SA 4.0 -
Day 5
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Day 6
Punakha
Punakha Dzong, Chimi Lhakhang and a riverside picnic.
Punakha Dzong · Photo: Göran Höglund (Kartläsarn), CC BY 2.0 -
Day 7
Punakha to Gangtey
Into the glacial Phobjikha valley.
Gangtey Goenpa · Photo: Prof. Mortel, CC BY 2.0 -
Day 8
Gangtey
The Gangtey nature trail and a private cooking session with a farming family.
Gangtey valley · Photo: Prof. Mortel, CC BY 2.0 -
Day 9
Gangtey to Bumthang
Via Trongsa, with lunch overlooking the dzong.
Trongsa Dzong · Photo: Gerd Eichmann, CC BY-SA 4.0 -
Day 10
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Day 11
Bumthang to Paro
Domestic flight back to Paro (schedule permitting), and a farewell dinner.
Bumthang valley · Photo: Gerd Eichmann, CC BY-SA 4.0 -
Day 12
Depart
A private transfer to Paro airport.
Paro International Airport · Photo: Ganesh Dhamodkar, CC BY-SA 4.0
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Make it yours.
Tell us your dates and wishes, and we'll tailor this journey around you.
- Private & tailor-made
- Licensed by Bhutan’s Department of Tourism
- Every enquiry answered personally