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Six Senses Luxury Journey - 10 Nights
Page updated – 10 April 2026
The Ultimate Journey in Bhutan.
This sensational 10-night luxury adventure through the Kingdom of Bhutan. This exclusive journey is designed for discerning travellers seeking both comfort and immersion in Bhutan’s unique culture and breathtaking landscapes. Guests will enjoy stays at all five Six Senses Lodges located in Thimphu, Punakha, Phobjikha, Bumthang, and Paro valleys. To further enhance the experience, the package includes a complimentary domestic flight between central Bumthang and Paro (or vice versa), reducing travel times and maximising your holiday enjoyment. Additionally, indulge in a complimentary 60-minute massage of your choice at any Six Senses Lodge.
This tour features the most important sights in Thimphu city; the splendour of the magnificent Punakha Dzong; the remote beauty of the Phobjikha & Bumthang valleys & finally a special pilgrimage hike to Taktsang Monastery (Tigers Nest) in Paro.
This luxury tour combines the very best the Kingdom of Bhutan has to offer in the west & central regions & can be tailored to suit your exact requirements.
Six Senses is the pinnacle Bhutan has to offer the discerning traveller.
Six Senses Khamsa 10 night Itinerary Overview:
- 2 nights Thimphu with sightseeing, hiking and shopping options.
- 2 nights Punakha valley with monastery & Dzong visits.
- 2 nights Phobjikha valley for hiking and exploring.
- 2 nights Bumthang with sightseeing, hiking & exploring
- 2 nights Paro valley with Taktsang Monastery hike, shopping & sightseeing.
OR CALL THE BHUTAN TRAVEL EXPERTS ON
James – 0412 416 111, Nicola – 0413 598 669
- Six Senses Khamsa Promotion:
- Six Senses rates & govt taxes are subject to change without notice.
01JAN – 28FEB & 01JUN – 31AUG 26: Six Senses Khamsa 7nts
Stay 7 nts: Pay for 5 nts: From US$5791.00 pp Twin/DBL share + 2 nts SDF
6th night US$100.00 pp (SDF only)
7th night US$100.00 pp (SDF only)
SDF = Sustainable Development Fee
01JAN – 28 FEB & 01 JUN- 31AUG 26: Six Senses Khamsa 8nts
Stay 8 nts: Pay for 6 nts: From US$6942.00 pp Twin/DBL share + 2 nts SDF.
7th night US$100.00 pp (SDF only)
8th night US$100.00 pp (SDF only)
SDF = Sustainable Development Fee
01JAN – 28FEB & 01JUN – 31AUG 26: Six Senses Khamsa 7nts
Stay 9 nts: Pay for 7 nts: From US$.00 pp Twin/DBL share + 2 nts SDF
8th night US$100.00 pp (SDF only)
9th night US$100.00 pp (SDF only)
SDF = Sustainable Development Fee
01JAN – 28 FEB & 01 JUN- 31AUG 26: Six Senses Khamsa 8nts
Stay 10 nts: Pay for 8 nts: From US$.00 pp Twin/DBL share + 2 nts SDF.
9th night US$100.00 pp (SDF only)
10th night US$100.00 pp (SDF only)
SDF = Sustainable Development Fee
Six Senses 10 night Khamsa Inclusions:
- 10 nights lodge suite accommodation.
- Breakfast, lunch & dinner daily & non-alcoholic beverages.
- Non-alcoholic items in mini bar.
- All transfers, extensive sightseeing, hiking (optional) & touring.
- Bhutan visa fee, processing & road permits.
- Private SUV with personal English-speaking guide & driver.
- Complimentary laundry. (averaging up to 3 pieces per person per day)
- One complimentary 60-minute choice of massage per person availed at any Six Senses Lodge
- Bhutan Sustainable Development Fee (SDF) & local taxes for 10 nights.
- Bhutan & Beyond bank transfers for payments to Bhutan suppliers.
- A comprehensive Bhutan visitor guide (regularly updated).
- Access to our exclusive travel app COMPANION.
- ATIA (formerly ATAS) Accredited via our parent company MTA Travel.
Special Complimentary Inclusions:
- One-way complimentary domestic flight Bumthang/Paro vv
OR CALL THE BHUTAN TRAVEL EXPERTS ON
James – 0412 416 111, Nicola – 0413 598 669
Your Six Senses Khamsa Exclusions:
- International airfares to/from Bhutan.
- Personal items –souvenirs, telephone calls, tips etc.
- Any food and beverages taken outside of Six Senses lodges.
- Travel Insurance is essential when travelling to Bhutan.
- Any COVID-19 RAT or PCR tests if still required
Six Senses Khamsa - 10 Night Tour Costs Per Person
01 MARCH – 31 MAY 2026 & 01 SEPTEMBER – 30 NOVEMBER 2026
PER PERSON
DOUBLE/TWIN SUITE
Lodge Suite – US$13276
Upper Lodge Suite – US$14798
SINGLE OCCUPANCY SUITE
Lodge Suite – US$22655
Upper Lodge Suite – US$25512
Rates & govt taxes are subject to change without notice.
- Please enquire for triple share extra night rates & 1, 2 & 3 bedroom suites at rates at Six Senses Lodges
01 JANUARY – 28 FEBRUARY & 01 JUNE – 31 AUGUST 2026
PER PERSON
DOUBLE/TWIN SUITE
Lodge Suite – USD POA
Upper Lodge Suite – USD POA
SINGLE OCCUPANY SUITE
Lodge Suite – USD POA
Upper Lodge Suite – USD POA
Rates & govt taxes are subject to change without notice.
- Please enquire for triple share extra night rates & 1, 2 & 3 bedroom suites at rates at Six Senses Lodges
23 DECEMBER 2026 – 02 JANUARY 2027
PER PERSON
DOUBLE/TWIN SUITE
Lodge Suite – US$12344
Upper Lodge Suite – US$13742
SINGLE OCCUPANCY SUITE
Lower Lodge Suite – US$21040
Upper Lodge Suite – US$23649
Rates & govt taxes are subject to change without notice.
- Please enquire for triple share extra night rates & 1, 2 & 3 bedroom suites at rates at Six Senses Lodges
Cancellation Conditions:
- 20% deposit payment due, on written confirmation of your Six Senses booking.
- Deposit date until 60 days prior arrival in Bhutan – Land tour deposit is refundable less B&B service fees.
- 60 days prior to arrival in Bhutan – your final payment is due & immediately becomes non-refundable.
These conditions cover land travel arrangements only, not airfares, which are subject to their own cancellation conditions.
Six Senses Khamsa 10 Night Itinerary
- Departures are daily, subject to lodge and domestic flight availability.
Day 1:
Paro Airport to Thimphu city. (1 hr 30 mins drive, altitude 2350m)
Your flight to Bhutan offers a wonderful introduction as it weaves through the valley before landing at Paro Airport. After clearing customs & immigration meet your private Six Senses professional guide & driver for a 1.5 hour SUV transfer to Six Senses Thimphu, a 20-suite lodge, strategically perched on a hillside south of the town at an elevation of 8,695 feet (2,650 meters). Spectacular views overlook the 170 foot (52 meters) tall Buddha Dordenma.
Take an afternoon orientation tour of Thimphu city. Options include the celebrated Royal Textiles Academy; the a “kora” at the National Memorial Chorten and the Takin Preserve. This is home to Bhutan’s most unusual national mammal. Alternatively relax and sample the delights of the lodge and its spa.
Overnight Six Senses Luxury Lodge Thimphu
Day 2:
Experiences in Thimphu.
This morning visit the awesome Buddha Dordenma statue located at Kuenselphodrang. The statue is made of bronze and gilded in gold. It is considered the largest Buddha Dordenma statue in the world. There is also an excellent 3 km hike option through Kuenselphodrang Nature Park which offers sensational valley views. Next head north up the valley to view Drive by to view the majestic Trashichhoe Dzong, Houses of Parliament, Royal Residences & Supreme Court building continue up the valley & visit Dodena Monastery which houses a university of Buddhism for monks, here you can witness their daily lifestyle & practices. From Dodena Monastery you have the option of hiking to Tango Monastery which is used for the advanced/ research practice for senior monks.
This afternoon other places of interest to visit are; the Folk Heritage Museum.; visit Kaja Throm the daily produce market & take a wander along Thimphu’s main street Norzin Lam which offers good shopping & visit the Craft Bazaar which focuses on Bhutanese produced handicrafts.
Overnight Six Senses Luxury Lodge Thimphu.
Day 3:
Thimphu to Punakha Valley. (3+ hrs drive)
This morning you will be transferred by road eastwards to the Punakha Valley. En-route pass the Semtokha Dzong. This was built in 1629 & is the oldest fortress of its kind that guarded the Thimphu valley. Today it is a monastery.
Continue ascending to Dochu La (pass) to view the 108 Stupas, commissioned by a former Queen as a memorial to those who lost their lives during the low intensity conflict in late 2003. This was when Bhutan evicted militant insurgents camped in the jungle on the Bhutan – Indian border. On a clear day you will witness a breathtaking view of the eastern Himalaya. (named the Jigme Singye Wangchuck Himalayan range) Depending on the time of the year the vista can vary from alpine snow (November – February) to a profusion of blossoms (March – May).
On arrival stop for a stroll up to the Chimi Lhakhang, also known as the ‘monastery of the Mad Monk’. This auspicious fertility monastery built in 1499 enjoys a very colourful history which your guide will explain to you. It is still a place of important cultural significance today where females come to receive a ‘wang’, a fertility blessing to aid pregnancy.
At an altitude of 1,200 metres (3,937 feet), Punakha Valley is one of the lowest lying valleys in Bhutan and enjoys a warmer climate. Just a 15-minute drive north of Punakha’s grand Dzong, along the Mo Chhu River and nestled several hundred meters above the valley floor at an elevation of 4,595 feet (1,400 meters) sits Six Senses Punakha. Referred to as “The Flying Farmhouse Amidst the Rice Fields”, this charming lodge offers a more rustic chic feel in keeping with the warmer climate of its rural surroundings.
This afternoon enjoy a short hike or enjoy the delights of the lodge and spa.
Overnight - Six Senses Luxury Lodge Punakha
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Day 4:
Punakha Valley Experiences.
The day in Punakha Valley begins with a hike through terraces of rice, chillies and cabbage along the banks of the Mo Chhu (river) to the upper end of the valley. Here you will find the Khamsum Yuelley Namgyal Chorten. This is a stunning monument built by a former Queen of Bhutan to protect the current 5th King from perceived misfortunes.
After lunch visit the very impressive Punakha Dzong, Bhutan’s best, and home to the remains of Bhutan’s first ruler, Shabdrung Narwang Namgyal. It is also the winter residence of the Monk Body of Bhutan. If time permits drive to the nearby village of Talo, via a stop at the local nunnery, and wander through the beautiful grounds of the village temple.
Overnight Six Senses Luxury Lodge Punakha
Day 5:
Punakha Valley to Phobjikha Valley. (3+ hrs drive)
This morning continue eastwards to the Phobjikha Valley via Wangdue Phodrang Dzong. The road follows the scenic Dang Chhu (river) before climbing through forests of bamboo and oak.
Finally a small side road splinters off into the very beautiful hidden Phobjikha Valley. At an altitude of 3,000 metres (9,842 feet), this glacial valley is home of the rural settlement of Gangtey. Driving south through Phobjikha Valley past fields dotted with prayer flags and farms, guests arrive to the western slopes of this expansive, bowl-shaped valley where Six Senses Gangtey is strategically positioned to showcase a 180 degree view of its pristine landscape. The lodge is situated directly above the Crane Conservation Centre, and its main building, the “Traditional Bird Watching Bridge” provides the perfect place for crane spotting in season.
After late lunch visit the striking Gangtey Goempa sitting at the head of the valley. After that take a stroll through the quaint Gangtey village.
Day 6:
Phobjikha Valley Experiences
This morning will start with a visit to the Black Neck Crane Centre. Depending on the season, time spent in the centre’s nearby hide is a must to view the breeding cranes. The cranes are an endangered species who arrive from Tibet in late October and depart again in early March. After lunch hike the valley Nature Trail, a 1.5-2 hour easy walk along the valley floor.
Alternatively, we can start the day with a moderate grade hike across meadows and fields that ascend to the Tselela pass through mixed forest of Juniper, Bamboo, Magnolia and Rhododendron. Meet the people of Gogona who speak a language called Bjopkha – the language of nomads. Their life in this isolated valley has encouraged them to continue using their ancient dialect. Visit the Gogona Goempa and after a picnic lunch, walk back the same route to Gangtey. Note – guests can shorten treks after a certain point and travel back by SUV to take late lunch at the lodge.
Overnight Six Senses Luxury Lodge Gangtey
Day 7:
Phobjikha Valley to Choekhor Valley (5 + hrs, alt 2800 m)
This morning depart Phobjikha to the central Bumthang region comprising the 4 valleys Choekhor, Tang, Ura and Chhume. Traverse the Pele La (Pass) which crosses through the Black Mountains National Park and divides western and central Bhutan. Keep a watchful eye out for Rhesus Macaques (Brown Monkeys) on the side of the road.
Stop en-route at Trongsa and visit the excellent Tower of Trongsa Museum. The Trongsa Dzong is perched at the end of a ridge and seems to hang in space at the head of the valley. The Dzongs location afforded it great power over this part of the country as the only foot and mule trail between east and western Bhutan leads straight through Trongsa and through the Dzong itself.
On arrival in the Bumthang region notice the large fields of buckwheat that cover the valleys…..buckwheat noodles and pancakes are a Bumthang speciality.
Enjoy a picnic lunch and stop at the excellent weaving & textiles centre at Chhume valley. Here you can interact with the weavers and shop for a wide range of handicrafts for which this region is renowned for.
Take the remainder of the afternoon at leisure to enjoy the wonderful Six Senses facilities & spa .
Overnight Six Senses Luxury Lodge Bumthang
Day 8:
Bumthang Region Experiences
Today your sightseeing includes visits to the Wangdicholing Palace (exterior access only) and one or both of the Jambay & Kurjey Lhakhangs. These are the oldest two monasteries in the kingdom and all the former Kings of Bhutan are cremated at Kurjey Lhakhang.
Other options include the Tamshing Monastery where about 25 Monks reside – most are under 15 and from poorer families who cannot afford to send their children to state school; then make a visit to the nearby ‘Burning Lake’ and learn its dark legend.
While in Bumthang visit the Wangdicholing Palace Museum. Time permitting, drop in at the Swiss Farm to taste local produce including sweet cheese, apple brandy and locally brewed wine and beer. Alternatively enjoy one of the other hikes available in this region or enjoy a more relaxed afternoon at lesiure at the lodge.
Overnight Six Senses Luxury Lodge Bumthang
Day 9:
Choekhor Valley to Paro Valley. (35 mins flying time)
This morning Drukair will fly you on the final leg of your ‘khamsa’ back to Paro Valley. The flight is usually mid-morning and you will be in Paro before lunch time.
On arrival in the Paro valley perched directly above Paro National Museum at an elevation of 9,412 feet (2,869 meters), Six Senses Paro enjoys views of the valley and the Himalayan range in the distance. Built on the site of an abandoned 16th century stone fortress that inspired the name of the lodge “Stone Ruins” and its design which incorporates locally cut stone throughout. With stunning views and an expansive outdoor terrace,
In the afternoon, there is an opportunity to visit to the National Museum (closed PH) to view the fine collection of ancient Thangkha paintings, textiles, weapons and other artefacts & Paro Dzong with it’s cantilever bridge.
Overnight Six Senses Luxury Lodge Paro
Day 10:
Taktsang Monastery Hike.
Start the day with a pilgrimage hike to view one of Bhutan’s most revered monuments, the Taktsang Monastery. More commonly referred to as the“Tigers Nest “, Taktsang is a most revered place and all Bhutanese Buddhists try to take the pilgrimage to this monastery at least once in their lives. Each step taken on the path counts as merit points for their future.
For those with limited time, or fitness, a 1.5 hour round trip hike to the monastery viewpoint is an excellent compromise. The full 4-hour round trip hike into the monastery itself, perched on a cliff face 800 m above the valley floor, is very rewarding. However a good standard of fitness and ability to handle plenty of steep steps is essential. This hike will be one of your trip highlights and is a fitting end to your Bhutan experience.
Other options today include a visit to Kyichu Lhakhang, a revered temple with historic & cultural significance & features an orange tree that perpetually bears fruit; view the recently restored Drugyel Dzong. This is the historical site of the Fort of Drukpa Victory, from which the Bhutanese used to repel the Tibetan invaders again and again. Wander along Paro main street which offers good shopping for handicrafts and jewellery or simply relax and enjoy your afternoon at the lodge and spa.
Overnight Six Senses Luxury Lodge Paro
Day 11:
Depart Paro.
Your guide & driver will transfer you to Paro Airport after breakfast. The transfer time is approximately 30 minutes and you are advised to arrive at the airport two hours before your international flight departure.
Tashi Delek! You have completed your rewarding “khamsa”.
