COMO Hotels and Resorts Total Escape: Bhutan Like Never Before

Discover Bhutan's culture like never before on the six-night Historical Odysseys itinerary, which immerses guests in the country's Buddhist culture. The tour includes four days of guided walks around the Paro Valley, two days in the less-visited Punakha Valley, which contains some of Bhutan's most iconic temples, and a traditional butter lamp ceremony, a spiritual blessing that symbolises the eradication of darkness and ignorance with wisdom and light.

During the trip, experience spectacular drives, unique nature walks, and fascinating monastery visits, including a hike through the verdant Paro Valley to the Taktsang 'Tiger's Nest' Monastery, one of Bhutan's most important pieces of architecture. Guests will have the opportunity to interact with young monks at Chorten Ningpo, a 17th-century educational institution; walk through farmhouses to reach Chimmi Lhakhang, an ancient fertility temple; and enjoy spectacular Himalayan views from the Dochu La mountain pass.

The first night is spent at COMO Uma Paro, which is perched above the emerald Paro Valley and overlooks rice paddies and ancient monasteries. Rooms combine traditional Bhutanese craftsmanship with modern amenities. The hotel's COMO Shambhala Retreat, which features two bathhouses and a large indoor pool with views of the mountains across the valley, includes a signature treatment. Following three nights at COMO Uma Punakha, the property offers intimate lodge-style accommodation with views of the Mo Chu River, local, seasonally led dining experiences at Bukhari restaurant, and unrivalled access to the best of the Himalayan Kingdom, followed by three nights at Paro.

The itinerary includes the following items:

Full board accommodation for four nights at COMO Uma Paro and two nights at COMO Uma Punakha, including picnic lunches on excursion days (excluding beverages)

Private services of an experienced English-speaking Bhutanese guide for five and a half days of privately guided excursions in the Paro, Thimphu, and Punakha valleys

One COMO Shambhala body treatment lasting 60 minutes Use of the library, swimming pool, steam room, and gym at COMO Uma Paro is complimentary.

Private airport transfers and transportation throughout Bhutan

All Bhutanese government visa and royalty fees, service charge and sales tax

All museum and visitor centre entry fees and road permit

While staying at COMO Uma Paro, you will receive a complimentary one-hour yoga class each day. (With the exception of Sundays)

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