Redefining Legacy: Bhutan With Purpose
Punakha Valley | Bhutan
Bhutan, the world’s only carbon-negative nation, offers a rare glimpse into a society where progress is measured not by GDP, but by Gross National Happiness, a holistic framework rooted in well-being, environmental balance, and cultural preservation.
This journey is designed for rising leaders, purpose-driven families, and stewards of multi-generational legacy who seek to lead with clarity and intention. Set in the heart of the Himalayas, it invites deep exploration of values-driven leadership, systems thinking, and intergenerational impact.
Facilitated by the Center for Family Enterprise at the Stockholm School of Economics and hosted by Journeys With Purpose, you’ll gain privileged access to Bhutanese changemakers, sacred monasteries, and community-led models of stewardship. Through immersive cultural encounters, private spiritual moments, and guided reflection on legacy and purpose, this experience becomes more than a journey, it becomes a catalyst for regeneration, both personal and collective.
7th-14th
March 2026
€26,065 per person
based on shared
Double Bed or Twin Bed
HIGHLIGHTS
- Connect with Bhutan’s spiritual heritage through a blessing from a high lama and a transformative hike to the sacred Tiger’s Nest Monastery
- Explore Bhutan’s unique model of wellbeing in a private session on Gross National Happiness and its impact on governance and society
- Participate in intimate, facilitated workshops on legacy, systems thinking, and purposeful leadership with faculty from the Stockholm School of Economics
- Engage in fireside dialogues with Bhutanese changemakers across conservation, entrepreneurship, and cultural stewardship
- Visit the Punakha Dzong and the Black Necked Crane Centre for insider perspectives on Bhutan’s governance and biodiversity conservation
INCLUDED
Pre-trip advice and briefing
Expert guiding and personal hosting throughout
Full board accommodation
Road journeys and airport transfers
Curated workshops on legacy, systems thinking, and purposeful leadership
Interactive sessions tailored for NextGen participants exploring identity, influence, and long-term impact
Traditional Bhutanese Cooking Lesson
Sunrise yoga, forest bathing, and holistic wellness with ancient Bhutanese practitioners
Expert-guided visits to monasteries, cultural institutions and conservation sites
DETAILS
7th-14th MARCH 2026
7 NIGHTS
€26,065 per person
based on shared Double Bed or Twin Bed
Arrive to PARO
DETAILS
7th-14th MARCH 2026
7 NIGHTS
€26,065 per person
based on shared Double Bed or Twin Bed
Arrive to PARO
WHAT TO EXPECT
Step into the heart of Bhutan – a Himalayan kingdom forests flourish, rivers run free and national policy is measured by happiness, not GDP.
This immersive journey for rising leaders, changemakers and stewards of family legacies seeking depth, connection and clarity. Guided by Bhutanese cultural custodians and global facilitators, you’ll explore profound themes of identity, impact and inheritance through intimate dialogues with visionary thinkers and community leaders.
From private rituals in sacred monasteries to breathtaking Himalayan landscapes, every moment invites reflection – on self, on legacy, and on how to lead with intention in a rapidly changing world.
CONSERVATION IMPACT
Bhutan’s conservation model is globally unique – rooted in its constitutional mandate to protect nature and guided by the principle of Gross National Happiness.
On this journey, you’ll meet the guardians of that vision. At the Black-Necked Crane Centre, Dr. Kinley shares efforts to protect this endangered species and its fragile habitat. In Punakha Dzong, Dasho Tshering Dorji offers insights on the integration of environmental stewardship with governance and spiritual heritage.
You’ll take part in reforestation efforts with Green Bhutan, share a hillside lunch with Dasho Benji, Bhutan’s revered ‘Godfather of Conservation’, and gather around the table for a private dinner with the country’s top environmental leaders. This is an invitation to step into Bhutan’s living model of balance and to carry its lessons forward.
Meet your hosts:
Mattias Nordqvist and Nick Andersson
Mattias Nordqvist, SEB Chair and Professor at the Stockholm School of Economics is one of Sweden’s most respected social science researchers. His global work on entrepreneurship, governance and family business offers a deep perspective on legacy, succession and long-term impact.
Nick Andersson, Senior Advisor to the President’s Office at SSE, specialises in strategic partnerships, internationalisation and systems leadership. Together, they offer a unique perspective on how values-driven families and institutions can shape a more purposeful future.
Frequently Asked Questions: Journey to Bhutan
What is the altitude like in Bhutan?
On average, it’s about 2300m (8000 feet) high in altitude.
Can you organise an extension to this hosted journey?
Of course, we can absolutely organise an extension. Whether you're looking to deepen your time in nature, visit nearby regions or meet with local experts and officials, we’ll tailor the experience to your interests and intentions.
What kind of activities will we be doing?
This journey blends spiritual depth, cultural immersion and thought-provoking dialogue. You’ll receive blessings from high lamas, hike to Tiger’s Nest Monastery and engage in meaningful conversations with Bhutanese leaders on sustainability, governance and Gross National Happiness.
At Sangwa Camp, you will start your day with sunrise yoga and forest bathing, followed by astrology readings, traditional games and riverside hot stone baths. Other activities include planting a tree with Green Bhutan, exploring Bhutan’s tech and innovation hub, joining workshops with global facilitators and sharing meals with conservation pioneers.
Where will we be staying?
You will be staying at Six Senses in Thimphu, Sangwa Cano in the Haa Valley, Gangtey Lodge in the Gangtey (Phobjikha) Valley and Bhutan Spirit Sanctuary in the Paro Valley.
What happens after I book?
Once you've booked, your journey begins! Ahead of departure, you’ll receive your personalised itinerary via the Safari Portal App, which contains all the key details for your trip. We’ll also share curated reading and viewing recommendations, as well as field updates, to help you begin your learning journey from home.
In the days leading up to your trip, we will welcome you into a private WhatsApp group to connect with your hosts and fellow guests. The JWP team will be on hand in the lead-up to and during your journey to assist with any questions.
What is the best international airport to arrive at and depart from?
You will arrive and depart from Paro Airport.
Who looks after us during our journey?
Venetia Martin, our Managing Director, and Sophie Gandet, our Head of Community, will be the Journeys With Purpose hosts. Venetia brings decades of experience designing and hosting transformative conservation journeys, While Sophie draws on her background in rewilding, education, and global travel - as well as her own journey as a NextGen navigating purpose within a multigenerational legacy - she fosters meaningful connections grounded in experience and empathy.
Together, they’ll guide you with warmth, insight, and deep care every step of the way.
Can this journey be organised for a private group?
We designed this journey to Bhutan from 7th-14th March 2026 to bring together a small group of curious, values-led individuals who want to explore leadership, legacy and environmental conservation in one of the world’s most remarkable countries.
However, if you are unable to join the journey on the set dates or would like us to organise this experience for a private group, our Journey Planners would be delighted to tailor it for you. Please reach out to the JWP team at sophie.gandet@journeyswithpurpose.org to begin creating your private journey.
