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Riding with Dragons – Bhutan Motorcycle Tour

Trip Rating

Review

Days/ Duration

08 nights 09 days

Tour Style

Motorcycle Tour

Group Size

4 to 12 pax people

Season

April to Nov

Location

Bhutan

Meeting Point

Guwahati

Skill Level

Intermediate

Accommodation

Hotels / Homestays / Guesthouse

Weather

weather

Starting From Heart

$4535

Overview

Bhutan is the last of the Buddhist Himalayan kingdoms.  It is situated entirely in the mountains: twenty summits of which are higher than 7000 m. Only 750 thousand people inhabit this country, but almost all of them are reportedly happy: It is no wonder that the idea of Gross National Happiness (GNP) was first invented exactly in this tiny Himalayan Kingdom

 The first motor vehicle arrived in the country in 1961. Towards the end of the 1960s the so-called “ celestial road of a thousand bends” was completed. Till now, it is only a 3.5 meters wide asphalt ribbon. Radio broadcasting started in 1973 only. It is only from 1999 that it became possible to waste one’s life watching TV. The Internet was eventually introduced in 2000. The first tourists only came to Bhutan in 1974.

Undoubtedly, Bhutan is an exclusive destination. A journey to Bhutan is not only about coming from far away, but it is also a time travel experience. In Bhutan there are still over two thousand monasteries and gomps, and every major city has its dzong – a distinctive Bhutanese fortress. Houses in Bhutan are built according to a traditional model. Bhutanese people wear colorful national dress every day. Is Bhutan the last Shangri La – the mythical land of happiness?

Check it out for yourself, join us and pack your bags!

  • 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)

Itinerary


DAY 1 (10.10)
ARRIVAL TO GAUWAHATI. CAR TRANSFER TO SAMDRUP JONGKHAR.

DAY 2 (11.10 / 180 KM)
SAMDRUP JONGKHAR – TRASHINGANG

DAY 3 (12.10 / 92 KM)
TRASHINGANG – MONGAR

DAY 4 (13.10 / 198 KM)
MONGAR – BHUMTANG

DAY 5 (14.10 / 130 KM)
BHUMTANG VALLEY SIGHTSEEING . RIDE TO TRONGSA.

DAY 6 (15.10 / 150 KM)
TRONGSA – DOLINA PHOBIJKA – PUNAKHA

DAY 7 (16.10 / 150 KM)
PUNAKHA – TIMPHU – PARO

DAY 8 (17.10)
VISIT IN TAKTSANG MONASTERY (TIGER’S NEST)

DAY 9 (18.10)
FLY OUT FROM PARO

THE ROUTE MAY CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE DUE TO POLITICAL, SOCIAL OR WEATHER FACTORS.

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. On the Indian side expect much higher temperatures.

For our tours we use Royal Enfield Himalayan bikes.  All bikes are checked and serviced before the start of the tour to make sure that only good bikes are used for the tour.

-Notes
Minor repairs like brake shoe, spark plug, clutch plate, tubes, cable (1 set only), and engine oil are included in the cost. However, if more breakages happen due to rough handling, accidents, theft, etc., the clients will have to bear the cost.

Royal Enfield Himalayan

Food and Meal


During this tour, you will be served all meals in a buffet. Rice forms the main body of most Bhutanese meals. It is accompanied by one or two side dishes consisting of meat or vegetables. Pork, beef, and chicken are the meats that are eaten the most often.

Vegetables that are commonly eaten include spinach, pumpkins, turnips, radishes, tomatoes, river weed, onions, and green beans. Grains such as rice, buckwheat, and barley are also cultivated in various regions of the country depending on the local climate.

Type of stay


Accommodation in 3 * hotels, guesthouses or villas, in twin rooms.

Upon request, subject to availability, it is possible to organize a single room – against an additional fee of EUR 70 / night.

Getting there


Our trip starts in Guwahati. There a number of daily cheap flights to this airport from Delhi operated by different Indian airlines, eg. GoFirst, IndiGo, SpiceJet, AirAsia.

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.

Considering the starting and ending points of the trip and the fact that both of them are well connected by air with Delhi: we suggest you arrange your intercontinental flight to/from Delhi, and from there take the local flights to Guwahati and from Paro. Please remember to arrange your tickets in advance.

Skill level(s) required for this tour

Intermediate:
*can ride for 3-4 hours
*average riding experience
*little assistance required
*comfortable with extreme curves and leans
*average experience with unsurfaced roads
*steep ascents and descents

Including the package cost

  1. 08 nights accommodations
  2. All meals – Breakfast / Lunch & Dinner
  3. Care of a guide and good company
  4. Royal Enfield 500 cc or Himalayan 410cc
  5. Support car in which tools, additional fuel, and your luggage will be carried
  6. Bhutan Visa & SDF is included
  7. Oxygen bottles and basic medication backup for AMS
  8. Experienced mechanic with spare parts
  9. Arrival & departure transfers for the group using common vehicle is included.
  10. Things to carry list
  11. Daily Motorcycle maintenance and periodic service are included in the tour price

Not including the cost


  1. Stay for extra days if any ( we can make bookings for you )
  2. Flights to the destination.
  3. Fuel for the Bike for duration of tour.
  4. Bike Transfer Cost If any
  5. Bike rental deposit – USD 300 per bike
  6. Bike Damage /fine/ Insurance
  7. Extra luggage Jeep ( If any )
  8. Tourist entry visa for India.
  9. Extra food Like Starters /Lunch /Dinner all over Pay & Eat ( if Any outside the venue) .
  10. Any kind of personal expenses or optional tours, extra meals, starters (Alcoholic, Mineral, Soft Drinks, Aerated) etc.
  11. Extra guide fee, Camera & Video fee ,Tips, Insurance, Laundry, Phone
  12. Any activity apart from mentioned ones.
  13. Any cost arising out of unforeseen circumstances like damage accruing from land blocks, bad weather etc.
  14. Any medical expenses incurred during the trip or travel insurance
  15. Any cost arising out of unforeseen circumstances like damage accruing from land blocks, bad weather etc.
  16. Anything not mentioned in inclusions
  17. Use horse or mule during the trekking to the Tiger’s Nest monastery (Taktsang).There is a hike of 800 meters vertical ascent / descent.
PAX COST
01 Pax travelling on Bike USD 4535 per person on twin / double share basis of accommodation
Pillion rider on Bike USD 4150 per person on twin / double share basis of accommodation
Car Passenger USD 4350 per person on twin / double share basis of accommodation
If staying in private single room + 01 pax on bike On Request

Durations

08 Nights / 09 Days

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Tour's Location

Bhutan

FAQs

Can you book a hotel for me?
Yes, sure we can book hotel stay for you for your pre and post tour days.
What is your cancellation policy?
In case of cancellation of tour/travel services due to any avoidable/ unavoidable reasons we must be informed in written. Cancellation charges would be effective from the date we receive mail in written and cancellation charges would be as follows:
• Once the booking is confirmed – 25% of the tour/service cost.
• 15 days prior to arrival – 50% of the tour/service cost.
• 07 days prior to arrival – 75% of the tour/service cost.
• Less than 72 hours or no show – NO REFUNDS
Can you send us the final itinerary before we book the tour?
Yes we always send the tour program before you book.
Note - as we travel in the Himalayas at time if necessary we have to make changes in the itinerary due to snow fall / road closure or any other natural calamity that is beyond our control.
How do we communicate with other team mates when where is no mobile signal en-route
We provide walki-talki sets for communication to all travelling vehicles, so there we can have uninterrupted communication.
Is basis first aid available with the team
The accompanying team carries with it basis first aid, Oxygen for emergency use

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