Embark on an 11-day, 10-night journey through the enchanting landscapes and rich culture of Bhutan with “Bhutanese Bliss.” Begin in Paro, marveling at the Himalayan views, before exploring Punakha’s majestic dzong. Journey through Gelephu and Zhemgang, experiencing the serene countryside, before reaching Bumthang, the spiritual heartland, with its ancient temples and monasteries.
Explore Bumthang’s cultural gems before continuing to the picturesque Phobjikha Valley and then to Thimphu, Bhutan’s capital, for a taste of city life. Finally, hike to the iconic Tiger’s Nest monastery in Paro before departing, ending your journey with unforgettable memories of Bhutanese beauty and charm.
Arriving in Paro, rev up your adventure by exploring the town’s narrow streets,
On arrival to the airport, our representatives from Knight Motors Tours will greet us and drive us to the hotel. After a quick rest at the hotel, we will conduct a familiarization session with the local crew and the guests. Through this, we can answer any itinerary queries and chalk out travel times as per the guests preferences and conveniences. Then we can plan for short ride to the Northside of Paro and then ride towards the town and stroll around.
Overnight stay at Paro
Gear up for an exhilarating motor biking journey from Paro to Punakha,which is approximately 115 kilometers journey and on the way we will come across Tachog Lhakhang where we will stop and visit the historic Temple and Traditional Bridge.
Then we will ride towards Dochula Pass via Thimphu city relishing breathtaking Himalayan vistas, and then we will arrive at Punakha, and on our way we will come across punakha dzong a majestic fortress set at the confluence of two rivers.
Overnight stay at Punakha
Taking the scenic route today we ride from Punakha to Gelephu via Tsirang,which is approximately 191 kilometers journey, before we start our long journey we will visit Punakha Dzong and then we will start unveiling Bhutan’s diverse landscapes and cultural gems.
On our Journey we will explore Tsirang’s serene villages, encountering traditional markets, locals and immersing in the Bhutanese rural life, and finally reaching Gelephu,
Overnight stay at Gelephu
Embark on a thrilling motorbiking route from Gelephu to Zhemgang whixh is approximately 91 kilometers.
We will Ride through the sub-alpine regions, home to many species of flora and fauna and spotting a Golden Languor is possible.
After reaching Zhemgang, we will visit historic sites like Trong village and relish the local markets.
Overnight stay at Zhemgang
Today we will ride through pristine valleys of Zhemgang to Bumthang via Trongsa which is approximately 168 kilometers, and we will visit Ta dzong when we arrive at Trongsa and then we will continue our ride to bumthang
Overnight stay at Bumthang
Ride to Tang Valley and visit Ogyen Choling Palace and Museum and then we will return for a leisurely stroll in Bumthang town and visit Jampa Lhakhang which is one of the oldest temples in Bhutan.
Then we will have an open evening, guests can do as they like.
Overnight stay at Bumthang
Departing from Bumthang to Phobjikha which is approximately 161 kilometers, we will traverse picturesque valleys and winding roads via Trongsa, and we will visit Trongsa Dzong which is one of important dzong located in middle of the country and it happens to be the longest dzong in Bhutan.
Now we will descend into Phobjikha Valley, immersed in its tranquility, highlighted by lush expanses and, if in season, the graceful presence of the rare, black-necked cranes. This route promises a blend of adventure and natural beauty.
Overnight stay at Phobjikha
Morning we would visit the Black Neked crane centre which showcases facts about black crane in form of videos, brochures and presentations.after this we will ride through some beautiful and varied terrain from Phobjikha to Thimphu which covers approximately 130 kilometers. We will be passing through Dochula Pass, with its panoramic views of the Himalayas.
As we continue towards Thimphu, the capital city,this journey presents a transition from serene nature to the energetic heartbeat of the capital. During the night we can explore the night life of Thimphu as for the next day ride would be easy morning.
Overnight stay at Thimphu
After breakfast we will explore cultural sites like Buddha Dordhenma statue and then visit Royal Takin Preserve, and then we will ride from Thimphu to Paro which covers approximately 55 kilometers, showcasing Bhutan’s scenic beauty and cultural allure.
Departing from Thimphu, riders navigate through winding mountain roads, experiencing a mix of serene landscapes and urban glimpses and before reaching the historic town of Paro which is Surrounded by lush greenery and dotted with traditional Bhutanese houses.
Overnight stay at Paro
Today we will hike towards Tiger’s Nest (Paro Taktsang) which is one of the most famous legendary pilgrimage sites in Bhutan, brimming with natural beauty and spiritual significance. Tiger’s Nest, or The Paro Taktsang, is an iconic monastery perched on a Cliffside in the Paro Valley of Bhutan. It is believed in the 8th century the great tantric master Guru Rinpoche (2nd Buddha) Flew on the back of a tigress to the site where the monastery now stands.
Tiger’s Nest remains an enduring symbol of Bhutanese spirituality and a pilgrimage site attracting visitors from across the globe, offering a tangible connection to Bhutan’s rich religious and cultural heritage. The hike will take approximately 5 hours (to and fro).
Overnight stay at Paro
Depart from the Paro Airport
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