Bhutan Spirit Sanctuary offers Paro Tshechu Festival package
Bhutan Spirit Sanctuary, set high up in the Neyphu Valley, nestled among pine trees and rugged cliffs, is inviting guests to immerse themselves in culture and celebrate the local Paro Tshechu Festival from April 7 – 14.
The sanctuary is the first and only five-star wellness-inclusive luxury resort in Paro.
The Paro festival always falls in the spring, just as the blossoms and magnolias start to bloom and follows the 10th day of the second month of the Bhutanese calendar. Regarded as one of the most famous Bhutanese festivals, with its origins dating back to the mid-17th century, the colourful festivities include dance, folksongs and musical performances by locals and monks alike.
The festival spans five days of vibrant spectacle that unites Bhutanese people from around the globe to honour the enlightened Guru Rinpoche (lotus-born teacher) who established Buddhism in Tantric.
Flights from Dubai
Druk Air Royal Bhutan Airlines has recently launched new flights connecting Dubai and Bhutan, making it easier than ever to experience the Land of the Thunder Dragon.
With flights from Dubai to Bhutan on Thursdays and Saturdays, and return flights on Mondays and Fridays, journeys to this breathtaking destination are now more convenient.
The airline is also offering a 20% discount on all Dubai–Bhutan flights in 2025. Plus, members of their Happiness Miles Program receive an additional 10% off.
Land of Thunder Dragon
Bhutan is known as the Land of the Thunder Dragon and is rich in cultural history, natural surroundings, wellness offerings and spirituality. The destination offers an experience like no other, from ceremonies with monks to hiking high above the clouds to the Tigers' Nest monastery.
Bhutan Spirit Sanctuary offers a unique retreat to discover Bhutan in all its unspoiled glory. Step back in time as you walk through the grand front entrance to a peaceful inner courtyard. Throughout their stay guests are offered a wellness-inclusive journey based on Traditional Bhutanese Medicine and all treatments are 100% herbal based. Each stay includes a complimentary consultation with a TBM doctor and one wellness treatment per paid night.
Dining at Bhutan Spirit Sanctuary literally takes you to another level, as guests dine with spectacular mountain views as your backdrop and farm-to-table concepts using seasonal and local produce served in a variety of Bhutanese, Asian and Western dishes. Included in the stay is a daily four-course lunch and six-course dinner as part of the overall sojourn.
The unique Paro Tshechu Festival experience's 7-day/6-night packages are from $2,800++ per person with wellness inclusions, special culinary surprises and all-inclusive activities.
Bhutan Spirit Sanctuary is also part of the Small Luxury Hotels Collection - Considerate Collection and Mr & Mrs Smith Luxury Hotels. -TradeArabia News Service
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