Bhutan by Way of Dubai: A Journey with andBeyond
With new direct flights from Dubai to Paro, this kingdom of mountains and prayer flags is closer than ever. And with &Beyond — the name long synonymous with journeys that move deeper than the surface — the path into Bhutan feels guided, thoughtful, and exacting in all the ways that matter.
Where the River Slows You Down
The first chapter unfolds at Punakha River Lodge. Days here are shaped by the water: rafting, or simply sitting by the Mo Chhu’s edge, learning to let time drift. A blessing at a nearby nunnery or a hike to the Khamsum Yuelley Namgyal Chorten is more than an itinerary item — it’s a gentle reminder that pace can be chosen, and that stillness can be as powerful as motion.
The Valley of the Cranes
From Punakha, andBeyond leads you to Gangtey Lodge in Phobjikha. This valley is a sanctuary, both for the black-necked cranes who return each year and for travelers who arrive seeking something quieter within themselves. Walking the Gangtey Nature Trail or sitting in on an evening prayer, you feel the kind of peace that doesn’t shout but settles — the kind that stays long after you leave.
Sanctuary at the Journey’s End
The final days take shape at Bhutan Spirit Sanctuary in Paro, where wellness is not indulgence but a way of life. Here, traditional medicine and mountain air prepare you for the pilgrimage to Taktsang Monastery — Tiger’s Nest. The climb tests body and breath, but the reward is more than a view. Standing on that cliffside, gazing out over the valley, you understand why this place has drawn seekers for centuries.
Why andBeyond
Bhutan has always been a destination where the journey is as important as the arrival. But it takes an expert to reveal it fully, to balance luxury with authenticity, and to create moments that feel both carefully designed and quietly personal. This is what they do best. Their lodges, their guides, their ability to connect traveler to place — it’s not just seamless; it’s transformative.
With them, Bhutan is not another stamp in a passport. It is a pause, a perspective, a memory that endures. The valleys, the monasteries, the rivers — they will change you. And andBeyond ensures the change is felt not only in where you go, but in how you experience it.
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