Bhutan Cycle Tour Optional E Bikes

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Welcome to Bhutan - Arrival
1 stop
1
Thimphu
Your holiday begins with a panoramic view of the Himalayan range from your Drukair seat as you approach Paro Airport. Upon arrival you’ll be received by our friendly professional guide who will help you settle into your comfortable vehicle, and then proceed to the capital city Thimphu. Enroute stop to visit the Tachogang Lhakang to take a short break and marvel at Bhutan’s fresh air and rich nature. If time permits, we’ll go for a short ride to visit the Memorial Chorten Stupa which is a sacred shrine built in the memory of third king of Bhutan. You will enjoy welcome dinner at the best restaurant where you can enjoy authentic Bhutanese cuisines. Tour briefing over dinner and overnight in the resort.
3 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 2
Explore Bhutan's Capital town
1 stop
2
Thimphu
Let’s get straight into riding. Start riding out of your hotel to get oriented with the capital town and slowly make your way to the Buddha point on a 6 km gentle climb, where the largest Buddha statue (169ft) sits overlooking the Thimphu city. Return to base and ride towards the Takin Reserve centre to see the national animal first. After lunch, we’ll ride towards northern Thimphu past quaint little villages of Begana to reach the base of Cheri monastery, and then return back to town and ride past the Crafts bazaar where you can visit little shops with artisans working on their crfts. Stroll around the city and enjoy a nice dinner at one of the best restaurants in the capital city. Ride time 4-5 hours/ 35-50 km, elevation gain 600m, elevation loss 700m. Note: easy day touring around the valley
5 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 3
Thimphu to Punakha
1 stop
3
Punakha
After breakfast, we start riding to Dochula pass. From the Simtokha junction, you’ll ride on 16 km of road on a gentle climb to reach the pass which is at 3100m elevation. From here, you’ll be able to enjoy panoramic views of the distant Himalayan ranges that border northern Bhutan. From Dochula pass, we’ll start descending to Lamperi botanical park and further down to Lobesa village. Let’s visit the shrine of one of Bhutan’s most charming and eccentric historic figures nicknamed ‘The Divine Madman’ at the Chhimi Lhakhang – also called the fertility monastery - our guide will explain the entire story about it. The visit involves a short nice hike through a beautiful village surrounded by paddy fields. We can take you to a local artist who can do a demonstration of his art. Ride time 5-6 hours, 70 km ride, elevation gain 700m, elevation loss 2000m
6 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 4
Punakha valley exploration on E-bike
1 stop
4
Punakha Dzong
Ride to Kabesa village and park the bikes at the riverside and hike up to Khamsum Yuelley Namgyal stupa, which involves a short scenic hike through paddy fields for about 45 minutes till the hilltop where the temple is located. Return to your bikes and ride to Zomlingthang grounds where we'll serve a picnic lunch on the banks of the Punakha river. Continue to Punakha Dzong – the most beautiful fortress in Bhutan situated at the confluence of two rivers. Our guide who is an expert in iconography will explain all aspects of art, architecture, history, and it's significance. Proceed towards the longest suspension bridge of Bhutan and after crossing it, we'll ride on quieter countryside roads to Samdingkha village and back. The ride takes you to rural villages and we'll make ample stops to take it all in. Ride time 5 hours/ 30-50 km, Elevation Gain 300m, Elevation Loss 400m.
6 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 5
Punakha to Gangtey Valley
1 stop
5
Gangtey Monastery
Back on the bike today for a long ride on tarmac along the Wangdi Trongsa motor road. You can ride as long as you want and when you feel like its enough, just mount the bikes and shuttle to the Lawala pass. From here you can ride down to the popular Gangtey Gonpa for 6km and end the day with a lovely forest track through the pines passing through the black-necked cranes roosting area. Continue to ride to your hotel. Ride 80 km, 6-7 hours riding (distance customizable as we'll always have a back-up vehicle).
5 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 6
Gangtey to Mendeygang
1 stop
6
Wangdue
Wake up to the sounds of rural Bhutan and there is no better way to explore the scenic valley than on your bike. We'll ride down to the southern villages to enjoy some gravel riding and then towards Lawala pass to enjoy a long beautiful descent on winding roads passing through thick jungles to reach Wangdue town. From here we start the gradual climb to Mendeygang village where we'll stay overnight at a manor house owned by a friend. We are the only tour company taking riders here for an exclusive experience into the lives of nobilities. In the afternoon, visit the Cheese factory and the brewery to enjoy the locally made wheat beer - the Red Panda beer. Ride 4-5 hours, distance 35. Elevation Gain 400m, Elevation Loss 900m (easily customizable)
5 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 7
Mendeygang to Haa
1 stop
7
Haa Valley
Wake up to the beautiful sights and sounds of rural Bhutan. Today we'll shuttle the bikes to Chunzom to skip the busy roads and start riding from Tsimakoti village towards Haa valley in one of the most beautiful stretches of Tarmac which sees very less traffic as its a remote valley. When we reach the remote Haa valley, we'll proceed to a beautiful lodge. Ride time 5 hours/ 70-80 km. Elevation Gain 900m, Elevation Loss 400m
6 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 8
Haa to Paro
1 stop
8
Paro
Today is the last day of your E-biking tour and also the most challenging and the most rewarding day at the same time. We'll climb up to Chelela pass which is at 4000m and is the highest motorable road in the country. From here, you are rewarded by some of the most amazing views of the high peaks of Mount Jomolhari as well as distant views of Mt. Kanchenjunga and Mt. Everest. Descend down to Paro on a beautiful stretch of tarmac road and we'll head straight to the brewery to reward ourselves with some local craft beers. Proceed to your resort. Note – riding part is over. Ride time - 6 hours/65 km, Elevation Gain 1000m, Elevation Loss 1200m
5 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 9
Bhutan's Ultimate Highlight
1 stop
9
Today you’ll experience Bhutan’s most valued attractions, and perhaps the biggest highlight for your trip! An excursion to the famous Taktshang monastery -translated as- Tiger’s nest monastery is also a good way to acclimatize before you start trekking. The temple was built in 1692 by a prominent historical figure named Gyaltse Tenzin Rabgye whose reincarnation is now a young teenager and already a prominent figure in the clergy. Your guide will complement the experience with its story. Explore the town in the evening on foot, and visit handicrafts shops along the street to appreciate Bhutanese craftsmanship and Art works.
6 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 10
Goodbye
1 stop
10
Paro District
After breakfast at your hotel, your driver will take you to the airport. for your journey back home.
1 hour • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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