Bhutan Biking Tour Package (5 Nights / 6 Days)

86km / 1,823m Elevation Gain

Depart from your hotel through Paro town, as riders pass through farmland and scattered hamlets to reach the start of our climb to Chelela Pass. The first big climb of the trip (Bhutan’s highest trafficable pass at 4,000m), we gain height gradually and at some of the turns have glimpses to the north of the snow-capped peaks of Bhutan’s Himalayas. Some 36 kilometres later, we reach the prayer flagged summit of the pass at a lofty altitude of 3989 meters.

At the pass, riders can enjoy snacks and refreshments before tackling the 20-kilometre descent towards Haa. Just prior to the final section of descent, lunch will be served overlooking the township of Haa and the army camp below.

On arrival at the Haa township, enjoy the local architecture and history, after which there is a final 14 kilometre climb on gradual, undulating roads to our accommodation for the night. Guests will enjoy the beautiful country side that surrounds the hotel. You may explore the small farm side roads and bridges on foot if you would like to after your day's biking.

Overnight : 3* hotel in Haa

125km / 1,157m Elevation Gain

Your destination today is Bhutan's capital, Thimphu, at a distance of 126 kilometers from Haa. The first 65km will see riders follow the Haa Chu river gently downhill and in places there will be opportunities to spot wild monkeys and mountainside Yak. The scenery today is like no other in the world and as you traverse your way slowly downhill through the small villages, locals will hoot and wave in excitement.

Lunch will be served in a secret picnic location at the 95km mark at which point guests can rest their legs and enjoy the local cuisine.

The final 35km will be following roads perched high along the banks of Wang Chhu River towards Thimphu through a mixture of rice fields and coniferous forest. As the quaint city of Thimphu begins to appear, we will see the impressive statue of 4 friends in the middle of the road and the tranquillity of the Bhutanese countryside will turn into excitement through the hustle and bustle of city life.

With a population of 150,000 including Bhutan's King, Thimphu has a special charm and riders will find it fascinating to sit and watch the local people in the town square, wearing their traditional dress and going about their business in a typically, unhurried Bhutanese manner. Our hotel is located in the heart of the city and here, riders can enjoy a well-earned beer at the bar.

Overnight: 3*hotel in Thimphu

115km / 1,541m Elevation Gain

Our stay in Thimphu is only a short one and after breakfast and the anticipation of the bike ride that lies ahead, we will set off to the peak of the Dochula pass (3,050m). After a gentle 5km to warm the legs, the 22km (700m elevation gain) climb to Dochula begins. The hillsides on either side of road are covered in a luxuriant temperate forest, with abundance of plant and animal wildlife. The lower slopes are lush with orange trees, banana plantations and bamboo. Several species of Deer and Monkeys make their home in the forest so riders will need to keep their eyes out for wild animals laying causally on the quiet roads. The support car will be waiting at the top of the pass with snacks and refreshments. The peak is marked by 108 stunning Buddhist stupa and offers magnificent views of the Eastern Himalaya.

From Dochu La return to Thimphu and head towards Paro.

Overnight: 3* hotel in Paro

From here, bikes packed away and walking shoes fastened, we will be transported to the base of 'The Tigers Nest,' the most iconic temple of Bhutan perched high on a cliff face at 2,800m overlooking Paro below.

Tigers Nest is one of the Buddhist world’s most venerated pilgrimage sites and it is often referred to as 'The Tiger’s Lair'. It is said that Guru Rimpoche came to Taktsang on the back of a Tigress and, whilst meditating in a cave, converted the Paro valley to Buddhism. A number of temples have now been built on the site, and these occupy precarious position clinging to a cliff face high above the Paro valley. The visit involves a 2 hour climb on a steep footpath through beautiful Pine forest, clad with Spanish moss and fluttering prayer flags. At the 'Nest' itself, we will spend some time exploring the monastery before descending back to the base below. Half way down the climb we will stop for lunch at the oldest cafe in Bhutan with spectacular views of the Monastery itself above. The views are well worth the hike and following this, we'll have earn our final calories for the trip, with dinner at out accommodation for the night.

Overnight: 3* hotel in Paro

Following 8 days of incredible adventure around one of the most picturesque places on earth, riders will say their goodbyes and depart from Paro International airport for home.