Bhutan Motorbiking Trip (8 Day)

Today, you'll arrive at Bagdogra and meet your team and road captain, after which your bike will be allotted to you. You'll then begin your ride to Phuntsholing. The ride along the NH 31 from Siliguri to Sevoke is scenic and a treat to the eyes. The road cuts through thick forests and various tea plantations. After crossing Jaigaon, you cross into Phuntsholing, which is a different world from the buzz of Indian bazaars. In the evening, you can go explore the place on your own. Overnight in hotel at Phuntsholing.

Overnight in hotel at Phuntsholing.

You'll meet your team and road captain by noon and begin your ride to Phuntsholing. No breakfast or lunch is provided, so do pick something from a local jount. At night, you'll be served dinner at the hotel before you retire into your twin sharing room.

Today's ride to Thimphu goes through an exciting route with narrow roads and a steep ascent. The ride through the tropical jungle takes you through a few hamlets and the Richending monastery. After crossing the Chapchala ridge, the road descends to the gorge and follows the river upstream until you reach the river confluence. After crossing Chunzom, you enter into Thimphu. In the evening, you can go explore the city and its colorful markets. Overnight in hotel at Thimphu.

Overnight in hotel at Thimphu.

Today's meal package includes breakfast and dinner. No lunch is provided but en route your journey you can stop to pick something up along the way. You'll be spending the night in a hotel room on a twin sharing basis.

Today is a sightseeing day at Thimphu where you'll indulge in the lifestyle of Bhutanese people and explore its culture. If you wish to, you may even dress up in a gho, traditional Bhutanese dress. You'll also get to indulge in some local cuisine, and you'll visit the Buddha point in the afternoon which overlooks the Thimphu Valley. You'll then get to offer your prayers to the world's largest Buddha statue at Kuensel Phodrang. Overnight in hotel at Thimphu.

Overnight in hotel at Thimphu.

Today's meal package includes breakfast and dinner. No lunch is provided but en route your journey you can stop to pick something up along the way. You'll be spending the night in a hotel room on a twin sharing basis.

Today, you'll start your ride early and head towards Punakha. Today's ride is thrilling as it takes you across Dochala Pass. Depending on weather conditions, the road might be flanked by snow on both sides. Remember to explore the Druk Wangyal Chortens, a 108 memorial chortens/stupas that stand at the pass. You will reach Punakha by afternoon and have lunch at the Punakha Dzong (at your own expense). You'll then go for a cultural tour of the place and learn about the heritage and culture of Buddhism. Overnight in hotel at Punakha.

Overnight in hotel at Punakha.

Today's meal package includes breakfast and dinner. No lunch is provided but en route your journey you can stop to pick something up along the way. You'll be spending the night in a hotel room on a twin sharing basis.

Today is the most exciting day of the trip as you will ride across Bhutan's highest motorable road at Chele La to reach Paro. The high altitude pass lies at an altitude of 13000 feet, where your riding skills will be tested. The pass offers breathtaking views of the surrounding valleys and mountains. You'll then descend to Paro through thick vegetation, along a river. In the evening, you'll explore the culture of Paro. Overnight in hotel at Paro.

Overnight in hotel at Paro.

Today's meal package includes breakfast and dinner. No lunch is provided but en route your journey you can stop to pick something up along the way. You'll be spending the night in a hotel room on a twin sharing basis.

Today, you'll begin your day with a short drive to the base of the Tiger's Nest. The short route goes through gorgeous countryside and paddy fields. From the base, you'll begin your trek to the famous Tiger's Nest. It is a 10 km trek with an easy gradient. You may even hire a pony to get to the monastery. The trail goes through beautiful alpine forests with few waterfalls along the way. You'll explore the monastery and visit Bhutan's oldest temple, Kichu Lhakhung. You'll then descend to your bikes and ride back to Paro. Overnight in hotel at Paro.

Overnight in hotel at Paro.

Today's meal package includes breakfast and dinner. No lunch is provided but en route your journey you can stop to pick something up along the way. You'll be spending the night in a hotel room on a twin sharing basis.

Today will be the longest ride of the day and the route consists of both good and bad roads. However, your efforts will be rewarded with the mesmerizing view of Bhutan. You'll bid farewell to the gorgeous kingdom of Bhutan and enter India. You'll reach Siliguri by evening and check-in at the hotel for one last night with your fellow travellers. Overnight in hotel at Siliguri.

Overnight in hotel at Siliguri.

Today's meal package includes breakfast and dinner. No lunch is provided but en route your journey you can stop to pick something up along the way. You'll be spending the night in a hotel room on a twin sharing basis.

In the morning, you'll have breakfast and bid farewell to your fellow travellers, exchange photographs and numbers, and check-out of the hotel. Embark on your next adventure or fly to your home city with lifelong memories of Bhutan. Your trip ends here.

Your trip ends by noon.

Today's meal package only includes breakfast. You'll check out of the hotel after breakfast. Your trip ends here.