MOUNTAIN BIKING

ACTIVITIES

Mountain Biking/Rafting

DURATION

8N9D

BEST TIME

Mar/Apr/May/Sep/Oct/Nov

PLACES

4

If you enjoy the mountains and fitness, you’ll surely love our active bike tour that takes you on easy to moderate rides in between a cultural itinerary. For those who are looking for a more daring adventure, we have the option to tailor make your itinerary to bike off road on our dirt trails around Thimphu and Punakha.

Day 1: Thimphu

Highlight

 

AM/PM: Arrive Paro airport, transfer to Thimphu
Sighsteeing subject to flight arrival time

Day 2: Thimphu

Highlights

 

AM: Tango/Cheri Bebena Cycling (uphill and downhill on road) & Picnic Lunch
PM: Traditional Arts & Craft School, Craft Bazaar, free time, After 5pm Tashichhodzong

34kms | 2-3hrs ride time | Moderate

Day 3: Punakha

Highlights

 

AM: Kuenselphodrang (Largest Buddha Statue), Dochula Pass, Chimmi Lhakhang (Temple of Fertility)
PM: Bicycle ride from Dochula to Punakha (downhill on road) Thimphu - Punakha: 74km (2hrs)
51kms |3-4hrs ride time | Moderate

Day 4: Punakha

Highlights

 

AM: Short 30min hike to Khamsum Yulley Chorten & white water river rafting, picnic lunch
PM: Farm house visit, Punakha Fortress, & Longest Suspension Bridge, Free time to relax in the evening

Day 5: Phobjikha

Highlights

 

AM:Chimmi Lhakhang (temple of Fertility), Drive to Phobjikha Valley, Cycle down into Gangtey & Phobjikha Valley
PM: Visit Gangtey Monestery, Black Necked Crane Center Punakha - Phobjikha:

78km (2.5hrs)
15kms | 1hr | Easy

Day 6: Phobjikha

Highlights

 

AM: Cycling through multiple nature trails and dirt road within Phobjikha
PM: Free time to enjoy the tranquility of Phobjikha valley (spa/hot stone bath)

25kms |3-4hrs ride time | Easy

Day 7: Paro

Highlights

 

AM: Drive back to Paro
PM: Cycle through Paro town and to hotel

Phobjikha - Paro: 212km (5hrs)
15kms |30mins-1hr | Easy

Day 8: Paro

Highlights

 

Full Day: Tigers Nest Hike

Day 9: Departure

Highlights

 

Hotel checkout and departure

Starting from $1030 per person

INCLUDED :

  • Accommodation at 3*/3* Superior Hotels
  • All meals (Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner)
  • English Speaking Tour Guide
  • Private vehicle transfers
  • Bike rental charges for duration of tour
  • Entrance Fees to attractions

EXCLUDED :

  • Flights
  • Insurance
  • Optional activities
  • Anything not mentioned in inclusions
  • SDF payable to the government 
  • Visa fee $40 per person

*** Disclaimer:                       

  • For Indian Nationals, SDF fees are INR.1200/person/night. Please contact us for applicable price.
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