Overview
- Journey style
- Adventure
- Route
- Bumthang · Gangtey · Paro · Punakha · Thimphu · Trongsa
- Flexibility
- Private and fully customisable
For mountain-biking enthusiasts this is a dream come true! Enjoy the adrenaline rush as you ride along the tarmac roads (the East-West national highway) of Bhutan enjoying the pristine air and aesthetic natural feasts. Considered one of the world’s best cycling holidays, the ride across Bhutan is a challenging experience through some of the highest motorable roads and mountain passes.
Tour Highlight
- Visit some of the important and religious landmarks in Bhutan.
- Immersion in Nature Biodiversity
- Experience Biking in Bhutan
- Day Hike to Tiger’s Nest
Trip Cost
The minimum daily tour package covers the following services.
Highlights
- Seasons: Throughout the year
Price includes
- A minimum of 3-star accommodation (4 & 5 stars can be upgraded at an additional fee)
- All meals / Tea & snacks
- All internal transport (excluding Domestic flights)
- Sightseeing with entrance fees
- An experienced English speaking tour leader
- Bottled water in the vehicle
- Sustainable Development Fee (SDF), government fees & visa fee
- Bike (cycle) & Backup transportation
Price excludes
- Flights
- Travel Insurance
- Additional personal expenses such as souvenirs, meals, snacks, alcohol, laundry, tips, and gratuities for the tour leader and staff.
The Sustainable Development Fee, visa and permits are all included — see how the Bhutan visa & permits process works.
Day by day
Itinerary
Day 01 Arrival: Paro to Thimphu
Driving Duration: 47 km / 1 to 1.5 hrs
Elevation: 2350m / 7710ft
Drive on to Thimphu
Attractions
- Buddha Point
- Authentic Bhutanese Craft Market
- Tashichho Dzong
Overnight at the hotel in Thimphu
Day 02 Thimphu Sightseeing
Elevation: 2350m / 7710ft
Drive on to Thimphu for sightseeing
Attractions:
– Cheri Monastery
– National Textile Museum
– Thirteen Traditional Arts & Crafts: Closed on Weekends and during government holidays
– Takin Preservation Center
Overnight at the hotel in Thimphu
Day 03 Thimphu to Phobjikha
Driving Duration: 130 km / 4 to 5 hrs
Elevation: 2900m / 9510ft
Drive on to Phobjikha via Dochula
Attractions:
- Dochula Pass (3,100m/ 10,170ft)
- Wangdue Phodrang Dzong
- Gangtey Nature Trail
- Gangtey Monastery
- Black Necked Crane Information Center
Overnight at the Hotel in Phobjikha
Day 04 Phobjikha to Punakha
Driving Duration: 85 km / 2.5 to 3 hrs
Elevation: 1,250m / 4,100ft
Drive on to Punakha
Attractions:
- Chimi Lhakhang (Fertility Temple)
- Punakha Dzong
- Punakha Suspension Bridge
Overnight at the hotel in Punakha
Day 05 Punakha to Paro
Driving Duration: 115 km / 3.5 to 4 hrs
Elevation: 2800m / 9185ft
Drive on to Paro recrossing Dochula Pass (3,100m/ 10,170ft)
Attractions:
- Ta Dzong (Paro National Museum)
- Paro/Rinpung Dzong
Overnight at the hotel in Paro
Day 06 Paro to Haa
Driving Duration: 68 km / 1.5 to 2 hrs
Elevation: 3056m/ 10026ft
Drive on to Haa for sightseeing
Attractions:
- Via Chelela Pass (3,988 m/13,083 ft)
- Lhakhang Karpo
- Juneydrak Hermitage
- Drive through Haa Valley
Overnight at the Hotel in Haa
Day 07 Haa to Paro
Driving Duration: 68 km / 1.5 to 2 hrs
Elevation: 2250m / 7382ft
Drive on to Paro
Attractions:
- Paro Airport Bird's Eye Viewpoint
- Paro Ta Dzong (National Museum)
- Paro Dzong
- Drukgyel Dzong
Overnight at the hotel in Paro
Day 08 Paro - Hike to Taktsang, Tiger’s Nest
Hiking Duration: Approx. 5 to 6 hrs roundtrip
Elevation: 3120m / 10236ft
A day hike to the Taktsang Palphug Monastery (5-6hrs/ 11-12km). Take an excursion to Taktsang Monastery, also known as Tiger’s Nest.
Optional: Traditional farmhouse visit (Tentative and subjective to change depending upon the host family.) Experience Hot Stone Bath (Additional Charges per person).
Overnight at the hotel in Paro
Day 09 Departure
After breakfast, time to check out from the hotel. Leave Bhutan behind you carrying only the good memories and experiences as you are accompanied by the representative to the airport for departure.
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