Luxury Lodge Circuit (Amankora-style) 9 Days

A circuit of luxury lodges across five Bhutanese valleys: Paro, Thimphu, Punakha, Gangtey, and Bumthang, with private guides, river picnics, helicopter options, and the Bumthang flight to Paro.

About this trip

For travelers who want Bhutan in its highest comfort tier. Properties throughout are luxury lodges (Amankora-style, with COMO Uma Punakha and Six Senses as alternates depending on availability). Each lodge brings its own kitchen, spa, and curated activities. Activities like the helicopter scenic flight over Gangkar Puensum (7,570 m) and a fly-fishing morning in Bumthang are optional add-ons billed separately. Final price subject to lodge availability; book 9 to 12 months in advance especially for spring and autumn.

Highlights

→Luxury lodges in five valleys (Amankora-style)
→Private guide and vehicle throughout
→Tiger's Nest with packed gourmet lunch from lodge kitchen
→River picnic at Mo Chhu / Pho Chhu confluence
→Bumthang to Paro domestic flight (saves a full driving day)
→Optional helicopter scenic flight (separate booking)

Day by day

Included

✓Licensed English-speaking Bhutanese guide
✓All accommodation (twin-share, tier as noted per day)
✓All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
✓Private transport with experienced driver
✓All monument and museum entry fees
✓Bhutan visa processing
✓Bottled drinking water during transit
✓Luxury accommodation at Amankora-style lodges
✓Lodge dining (all meals at signature restaurants)
✓Spa allowance: 1 signature treatment per traveler
✓Bumthang to Paro domestic flight
✓Private guide-driver dedicated to your group

Not included

✗International flights to/from Paro
✗Sustainable Development Fee (USD 100/person/night, paid separately)
✗5% GST on tour cost (from Jan 1, 2026)
✗Travel insurance
✗Personal expenses, tips, and gratuities
✗Helicopter scenic flight (separate booking, ~USD 1,500 per group hour)
✗Additional spa treatments beyond signature allowance
✗Premium wine cellar selections