Bhutan Moutain Biking
Description
Activities:
Hiking, boat ride, market tours, mountain biking
Who is it for?
Travellers who prefer itineraries that combine active experiences with cultural discovery.
What is it?
A Bolivian exploration that mixes easygoing hikes and cycling with unforgettable landscapes, historic and cultural experiences, sacred archaeological sites and ruins, vibrant markets and even boat rides. It includes time spent on the Inca Trail and visits to Isla del Sol, Pilkokaina ruins, the Garden of the Incas, Chiarkota Lagoon, Lake Titicaca, La Paz, and a stay at Ecolodge La Estancia.
Highlights:
Lake Titicaca, Condoriri hike, tours of La Paz
Season:
All year
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Arrive at Paro Airport and then drive to the capital city Thimphu. The flight into the Himalayas reveals scenic and breathtaking views of Himalayan Mountains of the world. If weather permits you will be able to see Mt Everest (8848m, 29,198ft) and other Himalayan mountain ranges.
Today you will cycle for about 2.5 hours (32 km total) and on the to Thimpu.
On the way to Thimpu visit the Tachhog Lhakhang temple. Later visit visit the textile museum, the Memorial Chorten, and the Tashichho Dzong. The Bhutanese Dzongs are huge architectural structures constructed for a variety of functions throughout the country, from administrative buildings to monasteries and temples, yet they are carefully and thoughtfully designed and are strikingly beautiful. Then we will stop at the Sangaygang viewpoint for some breathtaking views.
Overnight in Thimphu. (D)
Bike along the Pangrizampa – Hongtsho trail which starts from the Thimphu Town Square (known locally as the Clock Tower) and continues along the Thimphu – Dechencholing highway until reaching the junction at Dechencholing – Pangrizampa and Dechencholing – Tango/Cheri road. From here we follow the dirt motor vehicle road until Pangri- zampa (the bridge of Pangri).
From Pangrizampa the biking ascends along the logging road until Taba Top. The logging road ends here. We continue biking until we reach Thimphu City, making a loop.
The trail is at an altitude between 2,300 and 3,700m above sea level. The total length of trail loop is 46 km.
After the ride visit the Simtokha Dzong, the Zorig Chusum Institute (the 13 Arts and Crafts Institute) and in the evening attend a Bhutanese cultural show. After the show we will take you to a Bhutanese restaurant to eat the Bhutanese food and later to a nice cozy pub for a drink so that you can mingle with the local Bhutanese people.
Overnight in Thimphu (B/L/D)
In the morning visit the weekend market – held every Friday, Saturday and Sunday, the people crowd the stalls every day, dressed in full colour and gathered to meet and to barter.
Later ride towards Punakha/Wangdue. Cross the Dochula pass (3140m, 10362ft) from where a beautiful panoramic view of the Himalayan mountain range can be seen, especially on clear winter days. The beauty of this place is further enhanced by the Druk Wangyal Chortens- 108 stupas built by the eldest Queen, Her Majesty Ashi Dorji Wangmo Wangchuck.
Todays biking distance is 89 km, about 6 hours of riding.
Overnight in Punakha/Wangdue. (B/L/D)
Bike from Khurunthang to Samadingkha, to Punakha. The total ride is about 17 km along both roads and footpaths. While bking you visit the Punakha Dzong (fortress), built in 1637 and is located between the rivers of Mo (Female) Chu (river) and Pho (Male) Chu. Until the time of second king it served as a seat of the king.
Finally, hike to Chimi Lhakhang (Temple of fertility), which was built in 1499. Wooden phalluses are often found hanging in the four corners of the houses and painted on the walls of houses. It is the common belief that this helps in driving away evil spirits.
Overnight in Punakha/Wangdue. (B/L/D)
Morning ride and then drive back to Thimphu. Later stroll around the city.
Overnight in Thimphu. (B/L/D)
Ride from Thimphu to Paro along the Jemina – Ta Dzong mountain biking trail, which lies at an altitude between 2280 – 3600m above sea level. The trail starts from the Paro Town Square and continue bike along the Paro – Thimphu Highway until Khasadrap- chhu. From here, you bike across the bridge at Khasadrapchhu and follow the asphalt road through the narrow Jemina valley. Then follow a logging road to Jedekha. From Jedekha follow the trail until we reach the Jele Dzong Pass. From the pass the trail descends until it meets the farm road. The farm road ends near the Ta Dzong gate. You follow the asphalt road to get back to the starting point.
Overnight in Paro. (B/L/D)
Morning hike to Taktshang Monastery (Tiger’s nest). This is Bhutan’s most recognizable cultural icon perched 800m/2640ft up a seemingly sheer cliff. Although it was tragically and mysteriously consumed by fire in April 1998 it has now been restored to its former glory. It is believed that in the 8th century, the great tantric master Guru Rimopche/ Padmasambhava (2nd Buddha) flew on the back of a tigress to the site where the monastery now stands. It is a three-hour hike to and from. There is also the option to ride a horse upward for an extra cost of US$25 per person.
Then visit a local Farmhouse. Picturesque farmhouses dot the valley amongst fields and hillsides. We welcome you to enjoy the hospitality of the Paro farmers. The two to three-storied Bhutanese farmhouses are handsome in appearance, with colorfully decorated outer walls and lintels, and are traditionally built. A visit to a farmhouse gives an interesting glimpse into the lifestyle of a farming family. (If you take a hot stone bath in the farmhouse it will cost extra US$25 per person.)
Later stroll around the town and see how locals live. Overnight in Paro. (B/L/D)
Early breakfast at the hotel and then drive to the airport for your flight. (B)
Explore Tours
Activities:
Hiking, boat ride, market tours, mountain biking
Who is it for?
Travellers who prefer itineraries that combine active experiences with cultural discovery.
What is it?
A Bolivian exploration that mixes easygoing hikes and cycling with unforgettable landscapes, historic and cultural experiences, sacred archaeological sites and ruins, vibrant markets and even boat rides. It includes time spent on the Inca Trail and visits to Isla del Sol, Pilkokaina ruins, the Garden of the Incas, Chiarkota Lagoon, Lake Titicaca, La Paz, and a stay at Ecolodge La Estancia.
Highlights:
Lake Titicaca, Condoriri hike, tours of La Paz
Season:
All year
Included/Exclude
Tour Amenities
Tour Plan
Arrive at Paro Airport and then drive to the capital city Thimphu. The flight into the Himalayas reveals scenic and breathtaking views of Himalayan Mountains of the world. If weather permits you will be able to see Mt Everest (8848m, 29,198ft) and other Himalayan mountain ranges.
Today you will cycle for about 2.5 hours (32 km total) and on the to Thimpu.
On the way to Thimpu visit the Tachhog Lhakhang temple. Later visit visit the textile museum, the Memorial Chorten, and the Tashichho Dzong. The Bhutanese Dzongs are huge architectural structures constructed for a variety of functions throughout the country, from administrative buildings to monasteries and temples, yet they are carefully and thoughtfully designed and are strikingly beautiful. Then we will stop at the Sangaygang viewpoint for some breathtaking views.
Overnight in Thimphu. (D)
Bike along the Pangrizampa – Hongtsho trail which starts from the Thimphu Town Square (known locally as the Clock Tower) and continues along the Thimphu – Dechencholing highway until reaching the junction at Dechencholing – Pangrizampa and Dechencholing – Tango/Cheri road. From here we follow the dirt motor vehicle road until Pangri- zampa (the bridge of Pangri).
From Pangrizampa the biking ascends along the logging road until Taba Top. The logging road ends here. We continue biking until we reach Thimphu City, making a loop.
The trail is at an altitude between 2,300 and 3,700m above sea level. The total length of trail loop is 46 km.
After the ride visit the Simtokha Dzong, the Zorig Chusum Institute (the 13 Arts and Crafts Institute) and in the evening attend a Bhutanese cultural show. After the show we will take you to a Bhutanese restaurant to eat the Bhutanese food and later to a nice cozy pub for a drink so that you can mingle with the local Bhutanese people.
Overnight in Thimphu (B/L/D)
In the morning visit the weekend market – held every Friday, Saturday and Sunday, the people crowd the stalls every day, dressed in full colour and gathered to meet and to barter.
Later ride towards Punakha/Wangdue. Cross the Dochula pass (3140m, 10362ft) from where a beautiful panoramic view of the Himalayan mountain range can be seen, especially on clear winter days. The beauty of this place is further enhanced by the Druk Wangyal Chortens- 108 stupas built by the eldest Queen, Her Majesty Ashi Dorji Wangmo Wangchuck.
Todays biking distance is 89 km, about 6 hours of riding.
Overnight in Punakha/Wangdue. (B/L/D)
Bike from Khurunthang to Samadingkha, to Punakha. The total ride is about 17 km along both roads and footpaths. While bking you visit the Punakha Dzong (fortress), built in 1637 and is located between the rivers of Mo (Female) Chu (river) and Pho (Male) Chu. Until the time of second king it served as a seat of the king.
Finally, hike to Chimi Lhakhang (Temple of fertility), which was built in 1499. Wooden phalluses are often found hanging in the four corners of the houses and painted on the walls of houses. It is the common belief that this helps in driving away evil spirits.
Overnight in Punakha/Wangdue. (B/L/D)
Morning ride and then drive back to Thimphu. Later stroll around the city.
Overnight in Thimphu. (B/L/D)
Ride from Thimphu to Paro along the Jemina – Ta Dzong mountain biking trail, which lies at an altitude between 2280 – 3600m above sea level. The trail starts from the Paro Town Square and continue bike along the Paro – Thimphu Highway until Khasadrap- chhu. From here, you bike across the bridge at Khasadrapchhu and follow the asphalt road through the narrow Jemina valley. Then follow a logging road to Jedekha. From Jedekha follow the trail until we reach the Jele Dzong Pass. From the pass the trail descends until it meets the farm road. The farm road ends near the Ta Dzong gate. You follow the asphalt road to get back to the starting point.
Overnight in Paro. (B/L/D)
Morning hike to Taktshang Monastery (Tiger’s nest). This is Bhutan’s most recognizable cultural icon perched 800m/2640ft up a seemingly sheer cliff. Although it was tragically and mysteriously consumed by fire in April 1998 it has now been restored to its former glory. It is believed that in the 8th century, the great tantric master Guru Rimopche/ Padmasambhava (2nd Buddha) flew on the back of a tigress to the site where the monastery now stands. It is a three-hour hike to and from. There is also the option to ride a horse upward for an extra cost of US$25 per person.
Then visit a local Farmhouse. Picturesque farmhouses dot the valley amongst fields and hillsides. We welcome you to enjoy the hospitality of the Paro farmers. The two to three-storied Bhutanese farmhouses are handsome in appearance, with colorfully decorated outer walls and lintels, and are traditionally built. A visit to a farmhouse gives an interesting glimpse into the lifestyle of a farming family. (If you take a hot stone bath in the farmhouse it will cost extra US$25 per person.)
Later stroll around the town and see how locals live. Overnight in Paro. (B/L/D)
Early breakfast at the hotel and then drive to the airport for your flight. (B)
