Six Senses Bhutan

Six Senses Bhutan runs its own circuit of five lodges through Thimphu, Punakha, Gangtey, Bumthang and Paro, 82 keys in all, from 25 suites and villas at Thimphu to just nine each at Gangtey and Bumthang. The lodges share the wellness-led approach Six Senses is known for, while each takes its character from its own valley. Gangtey stands out. Set above the Phobjikha Valley, it overlooks the winter grounds of the black-necked cranes, which arrive from the Tibetan plateau each autumn and are said to circle the Gangtey monastery three times before they leave; crane season runs from mid-November until February or March. At Bumthang, in the spiritual heartland of the country, traditional hot-stone baths are warmed with riverbed stones heated for several hours. Guests can settle into one lodge or ask Six Senses to design a Mindful Journey that links all five valleys into a single route. It suits travellers who want the depth of Bhutan's monasteries, dzongs and festivals alongside a serious wellness programme, and December to February brings sunny days and clear views at the other four lodges. The collection holds One MICHELIN Key.