About Bhutan

Nestled in the Eastern region of the Himalayas, Bhutan is a small country, roughly the size of Switzerland and fondly referred to as Druk Yul (Land of the Thunder Dragon) by the Bhutanese. Bhutan has remained a country where age old customs and traditions are still part of everyday lives of the people, even while modernization, development and the strains of global influence are felt more and more. Bhutan is also known as Menjong; the land of medicinal plants. The people of Bhutan are very peaceful, religious and they live in great harmony with the nature. Several mountains, rivers and trees are considered as holy so, the people respect and love their environment.

Itinerary

SILIGURI TO PHUENTSHOLING [157 KM]

We will welcome you to the cozy airport in Bagdogra and shall transfer you to the tinsel town Siliguri to collect our bikes from there. Here onwards we shall embark the journey to the land of Dragons –Bhutan sailing and gliding across many meadows and an array of nature’s canvas. On reaching the town of Jaigaon, complete the document related migration formalities and then cross the border to reach Phuentsholing for an overnight stay at the hotel.

PHUENTSHOLING TO THIMPHU [147 KM]

We shall now enter the beautiful city of Phuentsholing, which is a stone throw away from Jaigaon. On entering through the gate, one can categorically distinguish the difference between the two states in terms of scenic beauty. The day begins with sumptuous breakfast and kicking for Thimphu, riding through the picturesque landscape and magnifying aura, making the travel desired and easing the travel. The time taken on the road will oscillate between 4-5 hours. We halt at Thimpu at a hotel for an overnight here.

EXPLORE THIMPHU

Get set to take out the wandering beast and explore the mostly unexplored. This is the tinsel capital town of Bhutan stacked with small bubbling markets and the admired monks. The visits will be encompassing the monasteries like Changangkha Lhakhang and Zangthoperi Lhakhang which is full of the Buddhist hymns and vibrations, it also offers an undisturbed view of Thimphu valley. The colorful Thimphu shall offer you with lots of shopping paradise option with its rich textile culture and a historical museum to understand the culture better. It nests the world’s biggest Buddha statue for the eyes to enjoy and heart to pray. After the heartwarming exploration, we shall rest in the Hotel for an overnight.

THIMPHU TO PUNAKHA [85 KM]

The riders shall be moving to Punakaha over a period of 2-3 hours enjoying the journey and making it more memorable for a lifetime. The mesmerizing beauty shall captivate your mind. We shall be crossing the world famous Dochula Pass which has the 108 memorial stupas for their martyred soldiers. It is highly revered by the locals. Next, we shall adorn the Punakha Dzong famous for the special Bhutanese architecture. We halt in Punakha for an overnight stay.

PUNAKHA TO PARO [126 KM]

Resuming the adventure kick soaked with the positive energy we are moving to place called Paro. The serene but tough and rugged fort Paro Dzong is a joy for the eyes laced with mountains. Later we shall visit the ancient TaZing which houses the National Museum to understand the culture and past of Bhutan. Once done here we pay homage to one of the oldest temples in Bhutan- Kyichu Lhakhang. We get to our hotels for an overnight stay post all the visits.

PARO – TAKTSANG MONASTERY – PARO

We start our day post breakfast and ride through a beautiful countryside and golden paddy fields. After ascending gradually making twists and turns we see small cottages before the road ends in a breathtaking pine forest. We start our trek for the famous Taktsang or Tigers Nest Monastery from here. It seems like it is perched on the vertical rock by magical glue. You will witness steep slopes and dusty paths in the forest as you reach closer, concluding the beautiful trek with 700 steps. The serenity and beauty of the place make one forget all the tiredness. Post our 5 hours long trek we will visit the stunning Kichu Lhakhang, the oldest temple in Bhutan. In the evening we enjoy

our euphoric moments in the lap of Paro valley and sleep through the night.

PARO TO SILIGURI [300 KM]

Today we bid adieu to Bhutan and proceed back to Siliguri. We ride through the breathtaking mountains and captivating scenic beauty towards the India – Bhutan border and reach Siliguri after a lifelong memorable ride. We spend the night at the hotel and revamp our energy levels.

Departure: Bye -bye from an adrenalin rush holiday are never easy but on the positive note, we can always hope for a revisit. Let’s be

optimistic!

Inclusion

-Accommodation on Twin/Triple sharing basis as per itinerary in hotels/Home Stay mentioned or similar. (Twin sharing rooms only for couple)

-Daily Breakfast and Dinner.

-Dedicated tour Guide and Group leader.

-Back up vehicle and mechanic support.

-Bagdogra to Siliguri transfer by Tempo Traveler/Sharing

-Cab.An Oxygen Cylinder 24X7 in the Backup Vehicle in case of emergency.

-All sightseeing and excursions as per the itinerary.

Exclusion

-Meals which are not mentioned in inclusions.

-Any Travel expense to Bagdogra and Back.

-Any personal expenses like laundry, telephone bills, and tips. Etc.

-Any expenses arising due to natural calamities like landslides, roadblocks, route changes Etc. (to be borne by the client directly on the spot.)

-Tip to driver and tour escort person.

-Any other item which is not specified under cost inclusions.

-All applicable taxes.

-Any kind of expenses, arising due to accident, physical damage to the bike, or forfeiting the ride at any point in time, the transportation charge or expanse will be borne by the client.

-Any entrance fee to the monastery and monuments.

-Travel Insurance.

-Permit charge in Bhutan per day 100 ` per bike as of now it may increase.

Things to carry

-ID Proof.

-Good U/V Protected Sun Glasses.

-Sun Cap.

-Riding Gears

-Sun Creams Lotion.

-Personal Flash Torch.

-Comfortable warm Clothing / No Formals.

-Personal Medicines.