Mythical Nation
Paros, Bhutan
October 19th - October 26th
An immersive adventure to explore a vision for a thriving future.
Experience Bhutan like never before — from the iconic Tiger’s Nest to the Royal Highland Festival at 4,000m. Discover a nation where Gross National Happiness leads the way, and mindfulness is a way of life.
Apply to join us and develop the best version of yourself.
Our goal is to create a collaborative experience to each others visions and solutions from the future. We will have so many experiences that will be nothing short of spectacular.
Most of the magic of the UP Game will remain a mystery until you experience it… But to give you a taste for what is in store…
Time Day
Sunday, 19th October
We step outside of linear time and into our best selves.
2pm Welcome lunch and opening circle
4pm Hot Stone Baths, massages and Forest bathing at Taktsangri la hotel
6pm Opening ceremony
7pm Inheritance Dinner - come in the year 2180 as your 7th Generation grandchildren
Water Day
Monday, 20th October
Water Day is a celebration of the rise of communities and the commons. Anticipate feeling a new sense of community, belonging and shared purpose.
8am Breakfast
8.30am Depart on hike to Tiger’s Nest Monastery
11am Private tour of Tiger’s Nest Monastery followed by community picnic lunch
1pm Water Team immersion in Tigers Nest Monastery
2pm Tiger’s Nest tour
3pm Start mindful guided descent
6pm Water Day Evening circle to share insights and deepen connections
7pm Community Abundance Banquet Dinner
Fire Day
Tuesday, 21st October
Fire Day is a celebration of the transformation conscious culture on society and the economy. Anticipate a powerful journey of reflection and integration into the new.
Air Day
Wednesday, 22nd October
Air Day is a celebration of all life unleashing our fullest potential.
9am Air Day movement activities
10am breakfast
11am Morning hike and river rafting experience in Punakha
1pm Lunch at Six Senses Punakha
3pm Six Senses spa and Air team circle
6pm Return to Zen Punakha
7pm Unleashing Potential Dinner in Zen Punakha
Earth Day
Thursday, 23rd October
Earth day celebrates Planetary Thriving and our relationship and union with Gaia. Anticipate a variety of activations and ceremonies that will leave us inspired, hopeful and deeply connected with nature.
7am breakfast and departure
10am Transfer from bus to horses to journey to the highlands of Laya
1pm Settle into a homestay in the village
Attend the Royal Highland Festival with cultural exchange and immersion in local traditions
2pm Lunch
4pm Earth team immersion
7pm Earth Day Dinner in Laya Homestay
Aether Day
Friday, 24th October
Aether Day is the grand crescendo. We bring all our stories together into a unifying narrative that only we can tell - Our Gaian Tradition.
8am Breakfast
9am Aether Day Circle
11am Day 2 at the Royal Highland Festival
2pm Lunch at Festival
5pm Group ceremony at Highland Festival
7pm Closing Dinner
9pm closing party
Night at Laya Homestay
Mythical Nation Day
Saturday, 25th October
8am Yoga & Movement
9am Breakfast
Closing circle
11am Return to to Gasa
1pm Hot springs in Gasa
3pm Bus to Paro
7pm Closing dinner in Taktsangrila hotel
9pm Closing party in Paro
Accommodations
During this UP Game, we will journey across Bhutan, immersing ourselves in its breathtaking landscapes and cultural richness. Our travels will take us from world-class luxury resorts to authentic traditional homestays, offering a full spectrum of experiences that connect comfort with cultural depth.
Taktsangri-La
Our opening hotel has 18 stunning bedrooms that we have booked exclusively for the UP Game.
Nestled at the base of Bhutan’s legendary Tiger’s Nest Monastery, Taktsangri-La is a serene retreat lovingly known as “Faraway Heaven.” Overlooking the Paro Valley, mountains, and the sacred cliffside temple itself, our boutique hotel offers 18 beautifully appointed rooms surrounded by lush gardens and panoramic views.
We are a 15-minute walk from the start of the Tiger’s Nest trail. As a once-in-a-lifetime experience, our group will receive private access to the monastery above Tiger’s Nest for a sacred Water Day lunch, a space normally closed to tourists, reserved especially for us.
Whether you're seeking peace, purpose, or inspiration, Taktsangri-La will be the perfect place for you to reconnect with nature, spirit, and community.
Zen Punakha
Zen Punakha is a stunning hotel with 23 bedrooms that we’ve booked out exclusively. Our tranquil retreat is nestled in Woolakha, just 2 km from Khuruthang town in the heart of the Punakha Valley.
Overlooking the river, town, and surrounding hills it offers a peaceful atmosphere with minimalist interiors designed for rest and reflection. Simplicity, comfort, and serenity — all in one place.
Laya Homestay
Laya Homes Stay sits nestled in the remote highlands of Laya, offering an authentic, traditional Bhutanese homestay experience.
As our base for the Royal Highland Festival, it provides a gateway for up to 40 guests to journey with local horses up to 4,000m in elevation, immersed in culture, community, and mountain serenity.
From here, 30–40 of us will ride horses up to 4,000 m elevation to attend the Royal Highland Festival, immersing ourselves in cultural celebration, mountain landscapes, and local community life.
Learn more about the festival here.
Costs
Participation is €3700 ($4000) per person which covers all meals, experiences, accommodation at all locations.
Solo rooms and suites are €5550 ($6000).
UP Game participation fees are designed to only cover the costs of the creation of the experience. The amount invested is rewarded in Stars in the United Planet DAO.
There are up to 12 Academy scholarship positions available in the UP Game for a cost of €1850 ($2000).
We have 12 local participation places without accommodation which range from €500-€1850.
Apply for a scholarship here or register below.
Choose your Participation
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Private Room / Suite
Immersive 7-day experience
Private room or suite during your entire stay -
Shared Room
Immersive 7-day experience
shared room during your entire stay -
Artist Scholarship
Academy Scholarship as part of an Exchange Program for the experience
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Local Participation (No Accommodation)
6 Day Full Participation with no accommodation included
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Local Scholarship (Scholarship)
Option for Local low-income participants to contribute to the experience through the Academy Scholarship
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One Day Participation
Immersive One-Day experience. Accommodation included.
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One Day Participation (Scholarship)
One-Day experience for low-income Gaians.