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Six Senses Khamsa Luxury Journey - 7 nights
Page updated – 10 March 2026
The Ultimate Journey in Bhutan.
This luxury 7 night Six Senses Khamsa includes stays at 4 Six Senses luxury lodges in Thimphu, Punakha, Phobjikha & Paro Valleys.
This tour features the most important sights in Thimphu city; the splendour of the magnificent Punakha Dzong; the remote beauty of the Phobjikha 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 the discerning traveller in the west Bhutan & can be tailored to suit your exact requirements.
Six Senses Khamsa Luxury Journey Itinerary.
Please note this suggested 7 night itinerary (detailed below) is the minimum duration possible and features 4 of the 5 Six Senses lodges. To travel to all five Six Senses lodges we would recommend a 10 night + itinerary. This will allow more time to explore each valley in a relaxed manner.
Departures are daily, all year round, subject to lodge availability. Please note Gangtey lodge, in Phobjikha, offers only 8 suites and is regularly fully booked in peak season months. Booking early is essential.
Six Senses Khamsa 7 Night Itinerary Overview
- 1 night Thimphu with sightseeing, hiking and shopping options.
- 2 nights Phobjikha valley for hiking and exploring.
- 2 nights Punakha valley with monastery & Dzong visits.
- 2 nights Paro valley with Taktsang Monastery hike, shopping & sightseeing.
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- Six Senses rates & govt taxes are subject to change without notice.
02 JAN to 28 FEB 26 & 01 JUN to 31 AUG 26: Six Senses Khamsa 7 nts :
Stay 7 nts from: Pay for 5 nts: US$5791.00 pp Twin/DBL share + 2 nts SDF.
6th night US$100.00 per person SDF only
7th night US$100.00 per person SDF only
SDF = Sustainable Development Fee.
02 JAN to 28 FEB 26 & 01 JUN to 31 AUG 26: Six Senses Khamsa 8 nts
Stay 8 nts from: Pay for 6 nts: US$6942.00 pp Twin/DBL share + 2 nts SDF.
8th night US$100.00 per person SDF only
9th night US$100.00 per person SDF only
SDF = Sustainable Development Fee.
Six Senses 7 Night Khamsa Inclusions.
- 7 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 7 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.
Six Senses Khamsa Exclusions:
- International airfares to/from Bhutan.
- Bhutan & Beyond bank transfers for payments to Bhutan suppliers.
- Alcoholic beverages.
- Personal items souvenirs, telephone calls, tips etc.
- Any food & beverages taken outside of Six Senses lodges.
- Travel Insurance is essential when travelling to Bhutan
Six Senses Khamsa - 7 nt Tour Costs Per Person
03 JANUARY – 28 FEBRUARY & 01 JUNE – 31 AUGUST 2026
Per Person
DOUBLE/TWIN SUITE
Lodge Suite – US$5991
Upper Lodge Suite – US$6713
SINGLE OCCUPANCY SUITE
Lodge Suite: US$9834
Upper Lodge Suite – US$11225
Rates & govt taxes are subject to change without notice.
10th night Khamsa click here for details.
- Please enquire for triple share extra night rates & 1, 2 & 3 bedroom suites at rates at Six Senses Lodges
01 MARCH – 31 MAY & 01 SEPTEMBER TO 30 NOVEMBER 2026
Per Person
DOUBLE/TWIN SUITE
Lodge Suite – US$9305
Upper Lodge Suite – US$10370
SINGLE OCCUPANCY SUITE
Lodge Suite – US$15870
Upper Lodge Suite – US$17870
Rates & govt taxes are subject to change without notice.
10th night Khamsa click here for details
- 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$8653
Upper Lodge Suite – US$9631
SINGLE OCCUPANCY SUITE
Lodge Suite – US$14740
Upper Lodge Suite – US$16566
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.
Day 1:
Paro Airport to Thimphu. (1 hr 30 mins drive, altitude 2350 m)
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 Folk Heritage Museum; Zorig Chusum – the Institute of the 13 Arts & Crafts of Bhutan; 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:
Thimphu to Phobjikha Valley. (5 hrs)
Depart Thimphu and visit the awesome Buddha Dordenma which affords magnificent views across the Thimphu Valley. For those with more energy we recommend the 3 km (1 hour) hike through the adjacent National Park.
Continue eastwards over Dochu La (pass-3116m) viewing the 108 stupas. On clear days witness the magnificent eastern Himalaya vista. Descending into the Punakha valley continue on 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.
Overnight Six Senses Luxury Lodge Gangtey
Day 3:
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 4:
Phobjikha to Punakha. (3hrs)
Today you will have a leisurely start for your drive back westwards to the Punakha Valley. 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.
Day 5:
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 6:
Punakha to Paro Valley. (4 hrs 30 mins)
After a leisurely breakfast the final leg of your ‘khamsa’ takes you westwards to the Paro Valley. After descending from Dochu La (pass) you will follow the dramatic Wang Chhu and Paro Chhu (rivers) valleys. 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.
Day 7.
Paro Valley Experiences & 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 8.
Day of Departure.
Your guide & driver will transfer you to Paro Airport after an early breakfast. The transfer time is approximately 30 minutes and you are advised to arrive at the airport two hours before your international flight departure.
Better still, consider a longer stay of up to 10-11 nights and include the central Bumthang region of Bhutan.
Tashi Delek! You have completed your rewarding “khamsa”.
