EXPLORE.
The Final Frontier of Fine Wine
VINEYARDS OF BHUTAN TOUR
Planting & Harvest Celebrations
Collaborate with the Bhutan Wine Company to develop the first vineyards in the Kingdom of Bhutan.
Be among the first to plant & harvest vineyards of Merlot, Malbec, Chardonnay & Cabernet Sauvignon.
Engage in the principles of Gross National Happiness & Compassion in Action.
9-day All-Inclusive 5-Star Package
Wine & Wisdom
Dates: March 31 - April 8, 2020
Assist in vineyard layout. Prep vines for planting.
Plant vineyards and explore the magical countryside
to select sites for future vineyard development.
8 Guest Spots Available
First Harvest & Festivals
Dates: September 21-29, 2020
Assist with the first ever fine wine grape harvest in Bhutan.
Field harvest. Sort grapes for winery. Press down,
pre-fermentation assistance and wine making.
8 Guest Spots Available
On this truly immersive journey, you’ll participate in the founding of the fine wine industry in the Kingdom of Bhutan, collaborating with government officials, wine specialists and rural villagers in the social development of new vineyards.
With its unique intersection of tradition, spirituality and development, the Kingdom of Bhutan is unlike any other place on Earth to experience: where the majestic Himalayas are center-stage and we are small, awed spectators, moved by wonder.
ITINERARIES AT A GLANCE
March 31-April 8, 2019
Day 1 Thimphu
Orientation with Bhutan Wine Company Team
Biodiversity Center
Day 2 Thimphu
Cheri Monastery Hike
Lunch with a Nation builder
City Tour
Day 3 Thimphu
Wang Sisina Vineyard
Planting Malbec and Cabernet Franc
Day 4 Punakha Valley via Dochula Pass
SerBhum Vineyard / Vine Training
Punakha Fortress
Day 5 Punakha
Morning Rafting gentle Mo Chhu River
Afternoon Talo Monastery & Music of Bhutan
Day 6 Punakha
Bajo Vineyard & Research Center
Gaselo Vineyard
Planting Cabernet Sauvignon & Chardonnay
Day 7 Paro
Yusipang Vineyard & Paro Seed Research Center
RinpungDzong& Meditation with Monks
Afternoon Paro Festival
Day 8 Paro
Tiger’s Nest Hike
Spa / Relaxation / Shopping
Day 9 Paro
6:00 a.m. Thongdrel unveiling Paro Festival
11:50 a.m. departure for Bangkok
September 21-29, 2019
Day 1 Paro
Orientation with Bhutan Wine Company Team
Yusipang Vineyard & Paro Seed Research Center
RinpungDzong Fortress
Day 2 Paro – First Ever Fine Wine Harvest in Bhutan!!!
SerBhum Harvest & Winemaking
Field Harvesting & Sorting Grapes
Day 3 Paro
Tiger’s Nest Hike
Spa / Relaxation / Shopping
Day 4 Punakha Valley via Dochula Pass
Punakha Fortress
Small Villages
Day 5 Punakha
Bajo Vineyard Harvest
Gaselo Vineyard Vine Inspection & Training
Day 6 Punakha
Morning Rafting gentle Mo Chhu River
Afternoon Talo Monastery & Music of Bhutan
Day 7 Thimphu
Biodiversity Center
Memorial Chorten / Buddha Dordenma
City Tour
Day 8 Thimphu
Thimphu Festival Day
Spa / Relaxation / Shopping
Optional Visit to Macaque Monkey Center
Day 9 departure for Bangkok
During your 9-day journey, you will be immersed into the unique traditions of Himalayan culture through food, music, dance and agriculture.
This intimate experience combines your participation in the founding of the fine wine industry in Bhutan with authentic local cuisine, spiritual ceremonies and private access to nation builders and unexplored venues in the Last Shangri-La.
