Western Valleys by Bike
Paro · Thimphu · Punakha
Ride Bhutan's classic western loop with a support vehicle: the long climb to Dochula and a glorious descent to Punakha.
Best seasonMar–May & Sep–Nov
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Biking & Cycling Journeys
Winding mountain roads from valley to valley.
Sample Itineraries
Four journeys to begin with
Bhutan's mountain roads were made for cycling: long climbs to prayer-flag passes, endless descents, and villages where children run out to wave you on.
Every ride is supported by a vehicle carrying water, spares and snacks, so you can ride every kilometre or hop in whenever you like.
The Dragon Route: Bumthang to Thimphu
Paro · Bumthang · Trongsa · Gangtey · Punakha · Thimphu
Ride the route of the Tour of the Dragon, one of the world's toughest one-day bike races, over four high passes spread across five unforgettable days.
Best seasonMar–May & Sep–Nov
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Chele La & the Haa Valley
Paro · Chele La · Haa
A short, sharp adventure: climb to Chele La, the great prayer-flag pass, and freewheel into the hidden Haa valley.
Best seasonApr–Oct
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Wild East by Bike
Paro · Bumthang · Ura · Mongar · Trashigang · Samdrup Jongkhar
For riders who want the road less travelled: Thrumshing La, cloud forest and the villages of Bhutan's far east.
Best seasonOct–Nov & Mar–Apr
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Make it yours
Every journey is private and tailor-made. Change the dates, the pace, the lodges or the whole route, and we'll shape it around you.
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Cultural Journeys
Dzongs, temples and living traditions across the valleys.
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Festival Journeys
Masked dances and tshechus in full colour and sound.
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Trekking & Expedition Journeys
High passes, alpine lakes and Himalayan wilderness.
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Photography Journeys
Chase the light with time built in for every frame.
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Luxury Journeys
Bhutan's finest lodges, private and unhurried.
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Special Journeys
Tailor-made themes for the truly particular traveller.
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Marriage Journeys
Say yes with a Buddhist blessing in the Himalaya.
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Honeymoon Journeys
Slow, romantic escapes for two.
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Buddhism Journeys
Pilgrimage, meditation and the path of the Dharma.
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Begin your journey
Design your Bhutan.
Weave this into a private journey shaped entirely around you.
- Private & tailor-made
- Licensed by Bhutan’s Department of Tourism
- Every enquiry answered personally