Assemble at Changi Airport for your flight to Paro. Upon arrival, be met and enjoy a local welcome from Bhutanese representatives with Khada. On your way to Six Senses Lodge Thimphu, make a stop at Tachogang Lhakhang Bridge, an iron chain bridge built by Drupthob Thangtong Gyalpo and is the access route to the famous Tachogang Lhakhang Dzong. Arrive at your luxurious stay, brand as a palace in the sky. Nested within apple orchards and pine forests and perched on an auspicious hillside overlooking the shimmering lights of Thimphu. Settle in at the lodge and immerse in the tranquility environment that is situated at 9,040 feet (2,755 meters) for the day as you adjust to the altitude. Wrap up the day with a dress up session in Gho and Kira traditional costume and make a visit Trashi Chho Dzong, an impressive monastery that houses secretariat building, the throne room of His Majesty, the King and various government offices. It is also the summer residence of Chief Abbot and central monk body. Here enjoy capture endless moment cultural perfect-picture you with iconic backdrop. This evening, enjoy alfresco dining at sunken terrace with delectable dishes delicately prepared chefs that is made with organic ingredients fresh picked from gardens.

Freshen up your morning with either a rejuvenating wellness activity at the spa or the energetic ones can go for a short hike at Kuensel Phodrang Nature Trail. Thereafter, enjoy breakfast at Namkha before we proceed to explore Thimphu. Visit National Memorial Chorten, a stupa built to honour the late 3rd king before we stop over at Traditional Handmade Paper Factory, a pilot conservative program to preserve their traditional handmade paper making. You can observe the entire process of producing handmade paper using ancient traditional methods that have been practiced for generations. Next, proceed on to see Simply Bhutan, a living museum whose primary aim is to conserve the culture and customs of traditional Bhutanese life. Taste a local rice wine known as Ara and try out archery, the Bhutanese National Sport. Wrap up the day at an authentic Bhutanese crafts bazaar, where you can purchase handicrafts, garments and accessories at your own expense.

After breakfast, head to Punakha which is the old capital of Bhutan that renowned for its unique techniques for growing rice as well its beautiful architecture Along the way, cross Dochula Pass to a tea house where we can enjoy tea of local while taking in the view of hilly eastern Himalayas. Proceed on to Druk Wangyal Chortens, where the construction of 108 chortens was commissioned by the eldest Queen Mother that reflects Bhutan’s spiritual and artistic traditions. Arrive at Six Senses Lodge Punakha this noon, a flying farmhouse amidst the rice fields offering a rural view of its kind. Enjoy your lunch here at Ari Restaurant that are farmhouse-themed setting decorated. Next, take a light hike through fields of assorted vegetables that will take you to Chimi Lhakhang, a pilgrimage site for childless couples. Here, you will enjoy a river side picnic lunch specially arrange. This evening, indulge and be pampered with the suites of wellness facilities available. You may want to try a nourishing swedana steam ritual designed for rejuvenating and cleansing of body, mind and soul at own expenses.

Your day starts with a gentle hike from the riverbank to Khamsum Yulley Namgyal Chorten, a temple built by Queen Mother Ashi Tshering Yangdon to bring peace to the world. Here, witness the stupa stands majestically on a strategic ridge overlooking the Punakha valley. It was built with a specific function in mind: to ward off evil spirits in Bhutan and across the world, and to bring peace and harmony to all living things. Camera ready as we proceed on to Punakha Dzong, situated at the confluence of the Mo Chhu and Pho Chhu rivers. An iconic and instagrammable site to capture the picture perfect you. This noon, tease your palette and enjoy lunch that were delicious, healthy, fresh and varied. Ingredients are either grown in the lodges’ own gardens, or sourced from local farmers. Spend an idyllic noon to reconnect with nature and yourself at the lodge surrounded with unrivaled natural beauty. Immerse yourself in a princely taste of the high life and being were looked after royally.

Accommodation: Six Senses Punakha “Flying Farmhouse

Start your day with a sacred Bhutanese morning ritual, receiving a religious blessing for happiness and prosperity. Camera in hand, we then visit Punakha Dzong, an iconic and Instagram-worthy site situated at the confluence of Mo Chhu and Pho Chhu rivers. Afterward, embark on a leisurely drive to Paro, savoring a private picnic lunch by the riverside in Punakha. Visit the ancient Kyichu Temple, adorned with magical orange trees bearing fruit all year round. Arrive at Six Senses Paro, a haven perched at 9,415 feet elevation, overlooking the stunning valley and the ruins of a 15th-century fortress. Enjoy a relaxing afternoon with a dip in the pool or treat yourself to a rejuvenating Marma massage session at Six Senses Spa at own expenses.

Accommodation: Six Senses Paro “Stone Ruins”

Take an early breakfast in the comfort of your room before we embark on a hike to Bhutan’s most iconic landmark, Taktsang Lhakhang, also known as Tiger’s Nest Monastery. It clings precariously to a granite cliff 900 metres above Paro Valley. The monastery was first built in 1692 at a cave where legend has it that the great Guru Rimpoche flew to the site atop the back of a tigress and meditated in the cave in order to subdue evil demons residing within. After lunch, spend some cultural time at Paro National Museum, seeing a display a collection of fascinating Bhutanese relics. Make a stop at Paro Dzong and Paro. town’s charming main street that are lined with shops selling handicrafts and local restaurants for some last-minute shopping.

Thereafter, return back to lodge for lunch and a good rest. This evening, dine under a canopy of stars couple with views of Chubjakha Ruins and a surrounding aromatic pine trees backdrop. An awe-inspiring setting for an exclusive dinner with memories that last a lifetime. For some fun time, you may want to visit a Beer Factory and taste some locally brewed beers at own expenses.

Accommodation: Six Senses Paro “Stone Ruins”

Note

Please wear comfortable walking shoes for your hike to Taktsang Lhakhang. The hike is not recommended for pregnant women and travellers with health conditions.