Description
The Choekhor Valley where Amankora Bumthang is located is the site of some of Bhutan’s most auspicious monasteries and temples and easy day walks can take you to these beautiful sites. Many of these ancient buildings such as the 7th century Jampa Lhakhang are decorated with vibrant wall paintings and richly adorned altars that all have fascinating stories behind them. The surrounding area is also famed for its cottage industries including Bumthang butter, Emmenthal cheese, honey and the locally brewed Red Panda beer.
Amankora Bumthang is located adjacent to the Wangdichholing Palace, built in 1857 as the Kingdom’s first palace that served as the royal residence until this was moved to Thimphu in the 1950s. This is now the residence of a small monk body and you will often catch glimpses of them walking across the gardens from your bedroom.
The 16 suites are located in one building and are identical in design to those of the Aman properties in Punakha and Paro. There is also a library, well-appointed living room and impressive dining room. Located in the courtyard between the lodge and Wangdichholing Palace is an informal bonfire area for pre-dinner drinks. The spa offers three treatment rooms and a steam room.
Accommodation
Amankora Bumthang offers 16 guest suites in four separate buildings, each containing two suites on the ground floor and two on the upper floor. Each suite features wood-panelled interiors, a traditional bukhari, king size bed, terrazzo-clad bath, shower, twin vanities and daybed overlooking the courtyard and nearby Wangdicholing Palace and monastery.
Childcare
Children are welcome but there are no specific facilities. Kids will love the visits to organic farms and local cottage industries. They will also enjoy the varied flora, fauna and spectacular mountain terrain Bhutan has to offer. Some of the trekking however will only be suitable for older children.
Facilities
Facilities at Amankora Bumthang include a spa offering a range of holistic treatments, signature oil massages and complimentary steam facilities, a restaurant serving Western and Bhutanese cuisines, and an internet station in the library.
Activities
Bumthang is home to 29 temples and monasteries including the adjacent Wangdichholing Palace, a museum and many more attractions. In addition to treks and excursions to the city, Amankora Bumthang can also arrange visits to organic farms and local cottage industries, which produce the infamous Bumthang butter, Gouda and Emmenthal cheese, honey and a variety of intriguing fruit spirits and brandies.
Services
Book seven nights in Amankora properties throughout Bhutan and receive a complimentary car, driver and guide and one spa wellness treatment per journey.
When to travel
In the western, central and eastern Bhutan (Bumthang) you will mostly experience cold European-like weather. Winter lasts here from November to March. Spring and autumn are the best season to visit Bhutan.
There are four distinct seasons similar in their divisions to those of Western Europe. The Monsoon occurs between June and August when the temperature is normally between 8° and 21°C (46°-70°F).
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Location and directions
Bumthang, Bhutan
Amankora Bumthang is located in The Choekhor Valley known as the spiritual hub of the country.
How to get there
11.5hr flight (1 change) then 10hr drive (as part of an itinerary)
