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5-NIGHT IN SIX SENSES BHUTAN & 2-NIGHT IN BANGKOK JOURNEY
5-NIGHT IN SIX SENSES BHUTAN & 2-NIGHT IN BANGKOK JOURNEY
In Bhutan’s serene winter, where snow-capped mountains shimmer under gentle sunlight and time seems to slow,
Six Senses invites you on a sacred journey—a path where nature, culture, and refined simplicity merge in every moment.
Traveling through Paro, Thimphu, and especially Gangtey, this is a winter symphony for souls seeking purity, stillness, and wonder.
+ Six Senses Paro: A serene beginning, where you can explore the mystical Tiger’s Nest bathed in winter light, then retreat to the cozy warmth of a lodge nestled in ancient pine forests.
+ Six Senses Thimphu: A quiet escape above the capital, where you’ll discover Bhutan’s winter traditions—hot butter tea, yak butter candles, and moments of meditation in age-old monasteries.
+ Six Senses Gangtey: The winter jewel of Bhutan—perched above the vast, tranquil Phobjikha Valley, where hundreds of black-necked cranes return each year to escape the cold. This is also where you might spot herds of yak peacefully grazing on mist-covered hillsides—a landscape both majestic and poetic.
Why choose the Six Senses journey in winter?
+ A rare chance to witness the wonders of Bhutan’s cold season:
The black-necked crane—a sacred symbol of Bhutan—only appears in Gangtey from late autumn to early spring. Along with yak herds, you’ll step into a vivid and soulful winter tableau.
+ Warm, meditative spaces at Six Senses:
With traditional fireplaces, minimalist design, and warm earthy tones, each lodge feels like a perfect retreat nestled in the mountains.
+ Deeply personal experiences:
From guided crane walks with conservation experts to intimate private dinners by the fire overlooking snow-dusted valleys—every moment is tailored uniquely for you.
+ Six Senses’ legendary service:
Discreet, intuitive, and deeply attentive—this is a place where nothing is too much, and nothing is ever missing.
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INCLUDE
- 2 nights stay at Courtyard Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport. Daily breakfast for 2 guests
- 5 nights stay at Six Senses Bhutan
- 3 meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner), non-alcoholic drinks in minibar daily at Six Senses Bhutan lodges for 2 guests
- Private car, driver and English speaking tour guide
- Sustainable Development Fee USD 100 / person / day
- Visa fees
- Travel insurance
- All exceptional community and sustainable travel experiences
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NOT INCLUDED
- Flight tickets Vietnam - Thailand - Bhutan
- Personal shopping expenses
- Activities included in the fee list
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POLICY
From VND 131,900,000 / guest (Twin / Double sharing)
PROJECTED ITINERARY
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DAY 1: VIETNAM - BANGKOK
- Flights from Vietnam - Bangkok
- Stay at Courtyard Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport Hotel
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COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT
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DAY 2: BANGKOK - PARO AIRPORT - SIX SENSES GANGTEY
- Transfer from Paro to Gangtey (5 hours)
- Check in at Six Senses Gangtey
- In the afternoon, visit the Black-necked Crane Visitor Center, located just below the resort. The center was established to help protect the rare Thrung Trung Karmo (Black-necked Crane). Every winter, around 400 of these majestic birds migrate from Tibet to spend the season in this valley. Situated at the edge of the forest and wetlands in the Phobjikha Valley, the center features an observation room equipped with professional telescopes, allowing guests to easily view the cranes. Informational displays throughout the center share insights into the natural and cultural history of the area.
- Enjoy a relaxing dinner at Bazaam, the resort’s cozy restaurant, where you can dine beside a traditional wood-burning stove (Bukhari).
- Overnight at Six Senses Gangtey.
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SIX SENSES GANGTEY
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DAY 3: DISCOVER SIX SENSES GANGTEY
- Trek the Loma Longtey Trail
- Visit Sangchhen Dorji Lhuendrup Nunnery
- In the afternoon, explore Gangtey Village – a charming little town with only one main street, where you can browse local shops and visit the Gangtey Goemba Monastery, a golden-roofed monastery built in the 16th century. It stands as the symbol of Phobjikha Valley and serves as a center for Buddhist philosophy and monastic education.
- In the early evening, drive to the ancient Damchen Lhakhang temple just in time for sunset. Join the monks for evening prayers at one of the region’s least-known and most tranquil temples.
- Overnight at Six Senses Gangtey.
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ACTIVITIES IN THIMPHU
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DAY 4: SIX SENSES GANGTEY - SIX SENSES THIMPHU
- Travel from Gangtey to Thimphu (4.5 hours)
- Perched high above the valley floor, surrounded by apple orchards and young pine forests, Six Senses Thimphu feels like a retreat in the clouds, just far enough away to be isolated from the city, yet close enough to easily reach the city's main attractions.
- In the afternoon, you will join a hike to Talakha Goemba monastery, located on a ridge at an altitude of 3,050 meters, above the lodge. This monastery is little known, but has one of the most spectacular views of the entire Thimphu valley below.
- Overnight at Six Senses Thimphu
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DAY 5: SIX SENSES THIMPHU
- Visit Changangkha Pagoda – a sacred pilgrimage site overlooking the Thimphu Valley. This is where new parents come to name their children and seek blessings from the tutelary deity Genyen Domtsangpa, who is considered the guardian of birth and protection of children. Founded in the 13th or 14th century, it is possibly the oldest surviving pagoda in Thimphu, predating the unification of Bhutan in the 17th century.
- From the temple, you can hike for about 90 minutes or drive to visit Buddha Dordenma – a 52-meter-high Buddha statue.
- Overnight at Six Senses Thimphu.
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SIX SENSES PARO
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DAY 6: SIX SENSES THIMPHU - SIX SENSES PARO
- This morning, depart from Thimphu and return to Paro Valley.
- Visit Rinpung Dzong, majestically perched above the Paro Chhu River. Cross Nyamai Zampa, a traditional cantilevered wooden bridge, to enter the dzong. Right next door, the Paro National Museum houses a rich collection of Bhutanese historical and cultural artifacts.
- Suggested Cultural Activity: Prayer Flag Making & Traditional Farmhouse Lunch
- Drive to a local farmhouse where a family has been hand-making prayer flags for generations. Enjoy a hearty lunch and gain insight into rural Bhutanese life as you craft your own prayer flags.
- Depart the farmhouse and visit Kyichu Lhakhang, a sacred 7th-century temple and one of the oldest religious structures in Bhutan. This site is a must-see for history and architecture enthusiasts, and is said to be home to two magical orange trees that bear fruit year-round.
- In the afternoon, challenge your guide and driver to a round of archery, Bhutan’s national sport. Don’t forget to embrace the local tradition of singing and dancing to distract your opponent.
- Later, unwind in the steam room, or take a swim in the heated pool at the lodge.
- Overnight at Six Senses Paro.
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ACTIVITIES IN PARO
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DAY 7: SIX SENSES PARO - PARO AIRPORT - BANGKOK
After breakfast, the car will take you to the airport for the flight back to Bangkok.
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DAY 8: BANGKOK - VIETNAM
Flight from Bangkok - Vietnam. End of journey.
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