9-day Bhutan motorbiking tour

Arrive at Siliguri in the morning and begin the Bhutan motorbiking trip with an extensive 160-km ride on NH-31. You'll ride through acres and acres of thick forests and tea plantations as you proceed towards Phuentsholing. After the paperwork to enter Bhutan, you'll feel the ambiance change from the chaos of Indian cities to the quiet and orderly kingdom of Bhutan. You'll arrive at Phuentsholing and spend the evening getting acquainted with your fellow bikers and road captain. Overnight in a hotel at Phuentsholing.

Overnight at a hotel in Phuentsholing.

Arrive at Siliguri. Today, you'll ride across the border and reach Phuentsholing. You'll have to buy breakfast and meals at your own expense at restaurants and eateries along the wa. Please make sure to carry a govt-issued photo ID, a passport and a valid driver's license.

Early in the morning, you'll embark on an uphill ride to ascend more than 6,000 feet in a series of twisting roads. Before reaching Thimphu, you'll stop by local tea houses and canteens to take a break, admire the scenic views and have some snacks. With gentle weather in the sky, you'll reach the capital city of Bhutan by late afternoon. Overnight in a hotel at Thimphu.

Overnight at a hotel in Thimphu.

Ride from Phuentsholing to Thimphu. You'll be accommodated at a hotel in Thimphu. Phuentsholing is the border town on the Indo-Bhutanese national border. Indian citizens do not require a visa to visit Bhutan but are required to carry a valid passport. Today's meal package includes breakfast only.

Today, you'll explore Thimphu, a bustling town that is the center of commerce, religion, and government. You'll begin at the Memorial Chorten, a stupa built in the honor of the third king of Bhutan. You'll visit the local mini-zoo to see a Takin, the country's national animal. You'll visit the Tashichho Dzong, a Buddhist house of worship and a fortress. You'll also visit a folk heritage museum, a traditional paper factory and the local marketplace. Overnight in a hotel at Thimphu.

Overnight at a hotel in Thimphu.

Spend the day at Thimphu. You'll be accommodated at the same hotel in Thimphu. Today's meal package includes breakfast only. Every day, you'll stop by a restaurant or eatery to have lunch. You can buy dinner from the hotel where you'll spend your night.

Today, you'll ride from Thimphu to Punakha, a pleasant journey though dense woods and views of towering Himalayan mountains. Travelling over rural roads and highways, you'll advance towards the Punakha Dzong. En route, take a detour to visit the Chimi Lhakhang, also known as the fertility temple of Bhutan. Overnight in a hotel at Punakha.

Overnight at a hotel in Punakha.

Ride from Thimphu to Punakha. Your entourage will be led by an experienced road captain who will assist you throughout the trip. You'll be accommodated at a hotel in Punakha. Today's meal package includes breakfast only.

You'll ride toward Phobjikha, a U-shaped glacial valley resting at an altitude of more than 9,800 feet against the backdrop of the Black Mountains range. You'll often spot flocks of black-necked cranes, along with wild boars, sambars, serows and other local wildlife on the route. After exploring the valley, you'll ride back through the woods to Punakha. Overnight in a hotel at Punakha.

Overnight at a hotel in Punakha.

Go on a day trip to visit the Phobjikha Valley. You'll spend the night in the same hotel in Punakha as yesterday. All accommodation will be in twin or triple sharing rooms. Couples will be given twin sharing accommodation, only subject to availability. Today's meal package includes breakfast only.

Begin your journey to Paro via the Dochu-La pass. En route, you'll stop to visit the Druk Wangyal monastery, where you can explore the culture through beautiful artwork and paintaings. After a tour of the monastery, you'll stop for lunch at Thimphu and continue your journey towards Paro. Overnight in a hotel at Paro.

Overnight at a hotel in Paro.

Ride from Punakha to Paro. Your entourage will be followed by a support vehicle that will ensure that you're never the last rider in line. You'll be accommodated in a hotel at Paro. Today's meal package includes breakfast only.

Taking a break from motorbiking, you'll undertake a 5-hr hike to the Taktsang Monastery, also famously known as the Tiger's Nest. Perched at an altitude of 10,240 feet, it is one of the most sought-after places by Buddhist pilgrims in Bhutan. After visiting the monastery and clicking amazing pictures of the valley from the top, you'll hike down the valley floor and head back to Paro. Overnight in a hotel at Paro.

Overnight at a hotel in Paro.

Trek to the Tiger's Nest Monastery at Paro. This is an easy trek that can be attempted by anyone with a basic level of health and fitness. You'll be accommodated in the same hotel at Paro as yesterday. Today's meal package includes breakfast only.

Rev up your bikes for an 8-hr ride to reach Phuentsholing. You may choose to visit a few attractions in town such as the Chukha Hydrothermal project or a crocodile breeding centre. You'll continue riding toward Siliguri, cross the national border back to re-enter India and return your bikes back to the tour operator upon reaching Siliguri. Overnight at a hotel in Siliguri.

Overnight at a hotel in Siliguri.

Ride from Paro to Siliguri. Your motorbiking adventure ends here as you return the motorbikes to the operator at Siliguri. You'll be accommodated in a hotel at Siliguri. Today's meal package includes breakfast only.

You'll check-out from the hotel by early morning. Your Bhutan motorbiking trip ends here.

Your trip ends in the morning.

Today's meal pacakge includes breakfast only. Your Bhutan motorbiking trip ends here.