Bhutan‘s unspoiled wilderness harbours a sanctuary for nature enthusiasts, with its snow-capped peaks and lush valleys. Wildlife enthusiasts and bird watchers will delight in Bhutan’s biodiversity hotspot, while cultural richness and spiritual essence permeate through festivals, arts, and crafts. Bhutan’s stronghold of Vajrayana Buddhism reflects in every aspect of life, emphasising Gross National Happiness as a unique measure of development.
Embark on a journey of self-discovery amidst the idyllic stays offered by distinguished 5-star hotels, each embodying Bhutanese hospitality and unparalleled luxury. Start experiencing Bhutan, you will find its more than a destination, an enriching experience of peace, enlightenment, and timeless beauty.
Amankora’s unique selling points:
- Amankora has 20 years of destination expertise and was the first international hotel to be granted permission to operate in the Kingdom. (opened in 2004 )
- The Amankora Journey offers seamless experience, fully guided journey, fluent English, knowledgeable about the country
- Five unique lodges, operating as one, yet independent in terms of the experiences around them
- Customized activities by valley mostly being copied by other hotels bust we still maintain the originality – based on research and surveys done
- Locations of lodges, exclusive natural settings
- Lodge designs, traditional yet modern
Highlights
- Stay 7, Pay 5 Offer
- Accommodation in all or a choice of Amankora Thimphu, Punakha, Gangtey, Bumthang and Paro lodges.
- From 7 nights and above
- 2 complimentary extra room nights for booking 5 paid nights and above. Offer is cumulative.
- If stay is 14 nights and above, 4 complimentary nights will be applicable
- All meals and picnics enroute to Amankora lodges
- House Beverages including selection of wines and spirits
- All special sustainable travel and community experiences
- Activities, hikes, and visits as stated in the programme
- Private English-speaking guide, driver, and vehicle for the entire journey
- Roundtrip airport transfers, laundry and wifi
- Monument passes and long road permits
Itinerary
Sample Itineraries
7-night Journey: Paro, Thimphu and Punakha
8-night Journey: Paro, Thimphu, Punakha and Gangtey
13-night The Ultimate Journey: All five lodges
14-night Journey: All five lodges
Departures & Rates
01- 31 April 2024/ 01 September – 30 November 2024 / 01-31 March 2025
Luxury Suite: 3 nights rates
From: US$1,730++ per Suite per night based on single occupancy
From: US$1,930++ per Suite per night based on double occupancy
Luxury Suite: 7 nights rates
From: 5x US$1,730++ per Suite per Suite for 7nights based on single occupancy.
From: 5 x US$1,930++ per Suite for 7nights based on double occupancy.
Luxury Suite: 14 night rates
From: 2x5x From: US$1,730++ per room per night based on single occupancy
From: 2x5x From: US$1,930++ per room per night based on double occupancy
01 May – 31 August 2024 / 01-31 December 2024 / 01 January – 28 February 2025
Luxury Suite : 3 nights rates
From: US$1,660++ per Suite per night based on single occupancy
From: US$1,840++ per Suite per night based on double occupancy
Luxury Suite : 7 nights rates
From: 5 x US$1,600++ per Suite for 7nights based on single occupancy
From: 5 x US$1,840++ per Suite for 7nights based on double occupancy
Luxury Suite : 14 night rates
From: 2x5x From: US$1,660++ based on single occupancy
From: 2x5x From: US$1,840++ based on double occupancy
Other Suites available upon request.
Important Terms
- Validity: 01 May – 31 August 2024, 01 – 31 December 2024
- (Excluding peak/festival periods however if ample availability permits during peak periods, to be reviewed on case-by-case basis)
*Rates are subject to availability and seasonality and may change without notice. Rates are based on two adults sharing. For solo travellers or single person occupancy rates or further information on terms and conditions, please contact our Travel Specialists at time of booking.
Accommodation
Amankora Thimphu Lodge
Amankora Thimphu is situated in the forested Thimphu Valley, ideally placed for exploring the capital’s museums, traditional shops and cultural sites.
Set in the upper reaches of the Motithang area, the 16-suite Lodge of Amankora Thimphu is built in the style of a traditional dzong fortress. Within reach of the capital’s shops and sights, the lodge remains a secluded retreat from which to explore both all the city has to offer and the wild Himalayan landscape. Amenities include king-size beds, traditional wood-burning stoves and banquette window-seats, while bathrooms feature terrazzo-clad bathtubs, twin vanities, a separate shower and toilet. Hiking and cycling are arguably the best ways to explore the incredible landscape, and every lodge offers an exhaustive list of options and routes. In addition, guests will be given a ‘top ten’ list of experiences to try in each locality.
Amankora Paro Lodge
Close to the famous cliffside Tiger’s Nest Monastery, Amankora Paro shelters within a blue-pine forest with dramatic views of the snow-capped peak of Jhomolhari, a 20-minute drive from Bhutan’s international airport.
At an elevation of 2,250 metres (7382 feet), Paro Valley makes a beguiling start or an atmospheric end to an Amankora journey. Hidden in thick pine the 24-suites, with walls clad in wood and black steel panelling, contrast rustic elements with contemporary design. Amenities include king-size beds, traditional wood-burning stoves and banquette window-seats, while bathrooms featured terrazzo-clad bathtubs, twin vanities, a separate shower and toilet. Hiking and cycling are arguably the best ways to explore the incredible landscape, and every lodge offers an exhaustive list of options and routes. In addition, guests will be given a ‘top ten’ list of experiences to try in each locality.
Amankora Punakha Lodge
Overlooking rice paddies and orchards from its infinity swimming pool, AmankoraPunakha lies east of the DochulaPass and just north of the resplendent Punakha Dzong.
Reached by crossing a suspension bridge over the Mo Chhu River covered in prayer flags, Punakha Lodge incorporates a traditional Bhutanese farmhouse built by a former Je Khenpo (chief abbot of Bhutan). Located in a subtropical valley that produces most of the nation’s vegetables, the area is where the Bhutanese royals spend their winters. Eight of the suites are identical in design to those of Amankora Paro, with views across an orange orchard and rice terraces. The four Mo Chhu Suites are situated in a new building, and two feature separate spacious living areas. The suites can be combined to offer two two-bedroom units. All accommodations offer king-size beds, traditional wood-burning stoves and banquette window-seats, while bathrooms feature terrazzo-clad bathtubs, twin vanities and a separate shower and toilet.
Amankora Gangtey Lodge
Amankora Gangtey is located in the spacious, seldom-visited valley of Phobjikha and claims panoramic views of the magnificent GangteyGoemba, a 16th-century monastery.
In the little-visited Phobjikha Valley near the village of Gangtey, the eight-suite Amankora Gangtey Lodge is set on a forested knoll with scenic views of the valley floor and the 16th-century Gangtey Goemba monastery. Part of the Black Mountains National Park wildlife reserve, the valley is home each winter to a flock of 300 endangered black-neck cranes. Suite interiors are identical to those of Amankora Thimphu, each enjoying a view across the valley. Amenities include king-size beds, traditional wood-burning stoves and banquette window-seats, while bathrooms feature terrazzo-clad bathtubs, twin vanities, a separate shower and toilet.
Amankora Bumthang Lodge
AmankoraBumthang is set adjacent to the King of Bhutan’s Palace in a region of sloping pine forests and fertile farmland known for its cottage industries.
Bumthang, directly translating as ‘beautiful field’, is home to 29 temples and monasteries, including the ancient Jambay Lhakhang, and is a treasure-trove of Bhutan’s art and painting traditions. The 16-suite Amankora Bumthang Lodge rests adjacent to the Wandichholing Palace, within the town of Jakar in the Choekhor Valley. From here, guests can embark on a multitude of cultural and spiritual experiences, including the unforgettable experience of the 108-butter lamp offering at Jambay Lhakhang. Amenities include king-size beds, traditional wood-burning stoves and banquette window-seats, while bathrooms feature terrazzo-clad bathtubs, twin vanities, a separate shower and toilet.
