

Bhutan Spirit Sanctuary Invites Guests to Celebrate the Festive Season with Wellness and Wonder in the Himalayas
Paro, Bhutan – 9th October 2025 – This festive season, Bhutan Spirit Sanctuary, the world's only wellness-inclusive luxury sanctuary with traditional Bhutanese medicine at its heart, invites discerning travellers to embrace the holidays in the pristine Himalayas. With crisp mountain air, serene valley views, and a focus on holistic wellbeing, the Sanctuary offers the perfect setting to end the year in peace and begin 2026 with renewed balance.
Christmas Eve – Wednesday, 24 December 2025
On Christmas Eve, guests are welcomed into an atmosphere of warmth and elegance. Before dinner, the celebrations begin with eggnog and canapés, setting a festive tone by the fire.
The Sanctuary's culinary team presents an 8-course degustation set menu, carefully crafted to bring together Bhutanese inspiration and Western festive flavours. Red and white house wines, mulled wine, and local beers are served as a courtesy of the house. Bhutanese cultural entertainment accompanies the evening, blending traditions from East and West.
To close the night, guests are treated to homemade Christmas cookies and locally made presents, creating a heartfelt, festive moment of sharing and joy.
New Year's Eve – Wednesday, 31 December 2025
As the year draws to a close, Bhutan Spirit Sanctuary creates an unforgettable evening of culture, cuisine, and contemplation:
- Afternoon Celebration:Movie screening of A Yak in the Classroom, a beloved Bhutanese film, accompanied by drinks and snacks.
- Pre-Dinner Cocktails:A festive gathering around the fire pit on the restaurant terrace with cocktails.
- Gourmet Indulgence: An exquisite 8-course degustation menu showcasing the artistry of the culinary team, paired with complimentary house wines and local beers.
- Cultural Touches:Bhutanese cultural entertainment enriches the evening, while a Bhutanese fortune teller offers insights and blessings for the year ahead.
- Midnight Moment:Guests may join the Sanctuary team for a celebratory New Year's toast under the Himalayan stars or retreat to the quiet luxury of their suite to welcome 2026 in private serenity.
Beyond the festivities, every stay at Bhutan Spirit Sanctuary includes daily wellness treatments rooted in traditional Bhutanese medicine, guided meditations, yoga, and nourishing cuisine – offering a rare chance to align body, mind, and spirit.
As 2026 begins, guests are invited to start the year with clarity and purpose in the world's last great Himalayan kingdom – a land where happiness is measured and wellbeing is a way of life.
About Bhutan Spirit Sanctuary
Nestled in the Neyphu Valley near Paro, Bhutan Spirit Sanctuary is a pioneering luxury retreat dedicated to holistic wellbeing. The all-inclusive sanctuary offers personalized wellness programs guided by Bhutanese traditional medicine doctors, rejuvenating wellness treatments, and culinary experiences crafted with seasonal, locally sourced ingredients. With just 24 rooms, each overlooking the breathtaking valley, the Sanctuary offers guests an intimate, transformative escape in the spiritual heart of Bhutan.
Bhutan Spirit Sanctuary is also part of the Small Luxury Hotels Collection - Considerate Collection and Mr & Mrs Smith Luxury Hotels
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To make a reservation to celebrate the festive season at Bhutan Spirit Sanctuary, contact the Reservation team at sales@bhutanspiritsanctuary.com
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