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Bhutan Tour — The Last Himalayan Kingdom
Step into Bhutan, the Buddhist kingdom where mountains meet meaning. Cradled between China and India, Bhutan guards a living culture of dzongs, monasteries, and a national compass set to Gross National Happiness—not GDP. With 20+ peaks over 7,000 m, winding roads, and quiet towns, this journey offers perspective as much as place.
Highlights
- Gross National Happiness: Bhutan’s unique, 40+ year well-being philosophy
- Living heritage: 2,000+ monasteries/gompas and majestic dzongs anchoring each region
- Grand scenery: sacred lakes near 4,500 m, Himalayan horizons, valleys carved by time
- Slow to open, rich in ritual: TV (1999), internet (2000), tourism since 1974
Iconic road: the “celestial highway of a thousand bends” — narrow, scenic, unforgettable - Small nation, big spirit: ~750,000 residents; fiercely independent and deeply spiritual
Tucked between two giants, Bhutan has chosen its own rhythm. Here, the measure of progress is happiness: a royal vision that surveys national well-being and shapes daily life. The result is palpable—pride in tradition, quiet confidence, and a landscape of dzongs and monasteries that still define the skyline.
Your route moves from valley towns to high country, from sacred lakes glowing blue at altitude to Himalayan walls that punch through the sky. Roads curl like ribbons—sometimes just 3.5 m wide—past prayer flags and hillside hamlets that feel paused in time. Along the way, you’ll encounter the country’s layered story: a late arrival of cars, TV, and internet; a deliberate opening to the world; and a culture that wears its national dress with everyday pride.
This isn’t a checklist tour. It’s an immersion. Potala-style fortresses (dzongs), Jokhang-centered devotion in the capital’s spiritual heart, and remote villages where the air is thin and the welcome warm. Bhutan is often called the last Shangri-La—and while the legend is literary, the feeling here is real.
Ready to see whether the myth holds up? Join this Bhutan cultural journey and trade ordinary travel for insight, serenity, and the rare joy of a country designed for well-being.
DETAILS OF THE TOUR
HIGHLIGHTS:
- Paro and the world heritage site of Drukgyel Dzong
- Tiger’s Nest buddhist monastery
- Changangkha Lhakhang
- Punakha Dzong
- Chendebji Chorten
- Trongsa Dzong, Bhutan’s largest fortress
- Bumthang valley, including Tamshing Monastery
- Trashigang
- Chorten Kora Monastery
Passes:
- Dochula Pass (3100 m)
- Pelela Pass (3423 m)
- Yutongla Pass (3425 m)
- Thrumshingla Pass (3780 m)
WEATHER:
The weather at this time of year is generally sunny, but as always in high mountains things can change quickly. It is much cooler at night. During the day, the temperature varies between 15C and 20C.
MOTORCYCLE GEAR:
Wearing adequate riding gear is an individual responsibility. We strongly recommend “adventure” type gear. Bring your own riding gear.
LUGGAGE:
We will be traveling light. Try not to take more than one 20kg luggage piece. It should be dust & water proof. For riding days take with you a small backpack or waterproof bag, with straps, to enable you to attach it to your motorbike.
IMPORTANT, REMEMBER:
Our trip starts and ends in Paro. Flights to/from Bhutan are operated by Druk Air, Bhutan’s national airline. Departure times vary between 05:00 and 12:30
Our trip end in Paro. Paro Airport is Bhutan’s only international airport. Bhutan’s two national carriers are Drukair and Bhutan Airlines. There are several cities to fly from, but the most common flights depart from Bangkok, Delhi, Singapore and Kathmandu.
We suggest you arrange your intercontinental flight to/from Delhi. Please remember to arrange your tickets to Bhutan in advance as Druk Air is often fully booked weeks ahead.
In most hotels in Bhutan you can pay with a credit card. However we suggest changing some cash in the airport, for souvenirs and personal expenses.
MotoBirds will arrange the Bhutanese tourist visa for you. However, each participant is responsible for arranging his tourist visa for India. For most nationalities it can be done online – we will provide you with the guidelines.
MAXIMUM ALTITUDE:
3780
meters above seal levelDAY BY DAY TOUR PROGRAM
6.11. Arrive Paro → Transfer to Thimphu (≈1 hr)
Meet & greet at PBH, transfer to Thimphu. Bike allocation, tour briefing, gentle acclimatization. Optional short city walk if time permits.
Overnight: Thimphu
Day 2 — 7.11 — 125 km
Thimphu → Gangtey (Phobjikha Valley)
Ride via Dochula Pass for Himalayan panoramas and the 108 chortens. Descend to the broad, glacial Phobjikha Valley. Visit the Crane Information Centre (seasonal).
Overnight: Gangtey / Phobjikha
Day 3 — 8.11 — 155 km
Gangtey → Bumthang
Scenic run east into the spiritual heartland of Bhutan. Explore Bumthang Valley and visit a local monastery in the afternoon.
Overnight: Bumthang
Day 4 — 9.11 — 80 km
Bumthang → Trongsa (morning sightseeing in Bumthang)
Wrap up remaining Bumthang sights, then a short, beautiful hop to Trongsa. Visit Trongsa Dzong and the adjacent museum.
Overnight: Trongsa
Day 5 — 10.11 — 190 km
Trongsa → Gelephu
Longer riding day through changing climates and lush foothills to the southern border town of Gelephu.
Overnight: Gelephu
Day 6 — 11.11 — 200 km
Gelephu → Punakha
Climb back into the mountains. On arrival, visit the stunning riverside Punakha Dzong and explore the valley.
Overnight: Punakha
Day 7 — 12.11 — 125 km
Punakha → (weather permitting) Haa Valley → Paro
Stop at Chimi Lhakhang (Fertility Temple). Lunch in Thimphu, then continue to Paro. If conditions are excellent, detour via Haa Valley.
Overnight: Paro — Olathang (Paro)
Day 8 — Wed, 13 Nov
Paro: Tiger’s Nest hike
Hike to Taktsang Monastery (Tiger’s Nest)—the icon of Bhutan.
Non-hiker alternatives: ride to Chele La Pass or visit Dzongdrakha Monastery.
Overnight: Paro — Olathang (Paro)
Day 9 — 14.11 Nov
Fly out from Paro (PBH)
Airport transfer and departure.
The route and daily program may change without notice due to weather, road conditions, or local regulations. Safety-first adaptations keep the experience smooth and enjoyable.
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PRICE INCLUDES:
MOTORCYCLE
4X4 CAR
GUIDE
SUPPORT CAR
MOTORBIKE MAINTENANCE
ACCOMMODATION & FOOD
TRANSPORT TO/FROM THE HOTEL
PERMITS
ACTIVITIES
Entry fees to the touristic attractions en route, including buddhist monasteries and dzongs en route.
INSURANCE
- Basic travel insurance.
- Tourist Guarantee Fund fee.
- Tourist Support Fund fee.
IMPORTANT: For an additional fee, there is an option to independently extend the insurance within the Signal Iduna Safe Travels and/or Global Rescue partner offer. The price of the tour includes basic travel insurance.
PICTURES & GPX TRACKS FROM THE TOUR
WELCOME PACK
PRICE NOT INCLUDES:
- Airline tickets (tickets should not be bought until the organizer confirms the completion of the minimum group size).
- Tourist entry visa, if required.
- Tests and / or vaccinations, if required.
- Medical expenses not covered by the standard MotoBirds insurance.
- Costs related to the transport of a participant to the nearest medical center, in case of injury, illness, inability or unwillingness to continue the tour, if those costs are not covered by the insurance.
- Additional, recommended Global Rescue coverage.
- Motorcycle refundable security deposit: US$300 payable at the start of the tour in cash./ US$600 car refundable security deposit payable at the start of the tour in cash.
- Drinks
- Tips.
- Entrance tickets to optional tourist attractions: use of a horse or a mule during the trekking to the Tiger’s Nest monastery (Taktsang).There is a hike of 800 meters vertical ascent / descent.
DEPOSIT FOR THE MOTORCYCLE:
US$300 motorbike refundable deposit, to be paid in cash on site. If damages to the motorbike exceed the deposit amount, the driver has to pay the difference.
US$600Car refundable security deposit payable at the start of the tour in cash.
