The Bhutan Pilgrimage
A 6-day boutique journey for small, intentional groups.
- Duration
- 6 days
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Price
- On request
Built originally for a small group of close friends seeking something quieter and more contemplative, this is our most intimate itinerary — fewer stops, more depth. It is designed for guests who want unhurried time with Bhutan's spiritual life and the people who carry it forward.
Highlights
- Koras around the National Memorial Chorten
- A Heart Circle with students at ELC School
- A hike to the sacred lake of Kabji Hoka Tsho
- Private time with some of Bhutan's most respected cultural figures
- An exhibition visit with the artist at VAST
- The pilgrimage climb to Tiger's Nest Monastery
- A traditional hot stone bath to rest the body afterwards
The route
Where this journey goes
The places this journey moves through, in order. Day-by-day timings are confirmed with you when we build your dates.
- 1
Paro
Arrival, and an unhurried start
- 2
Thimphu
Koras at the Memorial Chorten, a Heart Circle at ELC School, and an exhibition at VAST
- 3
Kabjisa, Punakha
The hike to the sacred lake of Kabji Hoka Tsho
- 4
Taktsang
The pilgrimage climb, then a traditional hot stone bath
Format
How it runs
Fixed 6-day itinerary, designed for small groups — this shape works best under 10 guests.
Best for
Who it suits
Close friend groups, spiritual travelers, and guests who prefer depth over breadth.
Partners
Who you will meet
- ELC School
- Bhutanese scholars
- Volunteer Artists' Studio Thimphu (VAST)
- Local NGOs
- Former ministers of Bhutan
Inquire
Ask about The Bhutan Pilgrimage
Tell us your dates and group size and we will come back with availability and a firm price.
See the other journeys
Five journeys, each one adjustable to your dates and interests.