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Wheels of Freedom – Bhutan’s Big Dragon Trails Loop on Royal Enfields
11 Days / 10 Nights
Bhutan by Motorbike: An Epic Himalayan Adventure
This is no ordinary ride — it’s a once-in-a-lifetime motorcycle journey through the soul of the Himalayas. Over 1,600 km on a Royal Enfield, across six high mountain passes, into hidden valleys and nomadic villages, and to sacred sites like the Tiger’s Nest. Ride through Bhutan — the world’s only carbon-negative country — where Gross National Happiness guides the way. A true adventure for passionate riders who want more than just roads: culture, nature, freedom.
Tour Highlights & Overview
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Ride over 6 majestic mountain passes including Chelela, Dochula, Yutong La & Thrumshing La
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Experience Bhutanese culture, spirituality, cuisine, and nature firsthand
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Visit iconic sites like Tiger’s Nest, Punakha Dzong, Gangtey Monastery, Trongsa Dzong, and Chorten Kora
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Enjoy scenic off-road detours, forest trails, and the nomadic village of Merak
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Evening bonfires, local brews, archery tryouts, and cultural dinners included
Total Distance: ~1,600 km
Ride Difficulty: Intermediate to Advanced
Best Season: March–May or September–November
Bike: Royal Enfield Classic / Himalayan
Day 1 - Arrival in Paro – Acclimatization & Test Ride
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Distance: ~40 km (local test ride)
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Activities:
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Airport pickup, traditional welcome
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Bike allocation & safety briefing
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Light ride to nearby Dzongs, Paro town
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Evening bonfire & welcome dinner
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Stay: Tashi Namgay Resort or Metta Resort, Paro
Included: Airport welcome and transfer to the hotel, Motorbikes, fuel, guide, hotel and lunch and dinner. Drinking water along the way.
Day 2 - Paro ➝ Chelela Pass ➝ Thimphu
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Distance: ~130 km | 5 hours
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Ride Highlights:
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Ride over Bhutan’s highest motorable road (Chelela Pass – 3,988m)
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Scenic route via Haa Valley and old Thimphu highway
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Activities:
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Visit Buddha Dordenma in Thimphu
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Stay: Osal Hotel or Tashi Yodelling, Thimphu
Included: Breakfast, Motorbike, Fuel, Guide, Water along the way, Pic Nic Lunch and Dinner, Hotel,
Day 3 - Thimphu ➝ Dochula Pass ➝ Punakha ➝ Phobjikha Valley
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Distance: ~150 km | 5–6 hours
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Ride Highlights:
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108 chortens at Dochula Pass
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Winding roads to warm Punakha Valley and cool Phobjikha
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Activities:
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Visit Punakha Dzong
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Cross Bhutan’s longest suspension bridge
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Stay: Gakiling Guest House or ABC Lodge, Gangtey
Included: Breakfast, Motorbikes, Fuel and Guide, Water along the way, Lunch and Dinner Overnight at the Hotel.
Day 4 - Phobjikha – Leisure & Off-road Exploration
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Distance: ~60 km local exploration
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Activities:
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Gangtey Nature Trail hike
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Visit Black-Necked Crane Center
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Optional off-road ride to Gogona Valley
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Try Bhutanese archery & Optional hot stone bath in the evening
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Stay: Gakiling Guest House or ABC Lodge, Gangtey
Included: Breakfast, Motorbikes and fuel, Guide, Water along the Way, Lunch and Dinner and overnight at the hotel
Enjoy freedom, boundless skies, majestic mountains and empty roads . . .
A motorbike adventure in the land of the dragon, where pure happiness, heartfelt hospitality and fascinating people will make your tour unforgettable.
Day 5 - Phobjikha ➝ Trongsa ➝ Bumthang
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Distance: ~180 km | 6–7 hours
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Ride Highlights:
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Cross Pele La & Yutong La Pass
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Diverse forested terrain, alpine landscapes
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Activities:
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Stop at Trongsa Dzong
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Visit weaving villages along the w
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Stay Swiss Guest House Bhumtan
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Included: Breakfast, Motorbike and Fuel, Guide, Drinking Water on the way, Lunch, Dinner and overnight at the hotel
Day 6 - Bumthang ➝ Mongar ➝ Trashigang
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Distance: ~290 km | 8–9 hours
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Ride Highlights:
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Cross Thrumshing La & Kori La (both over 3,700m)
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Longest and most thrilling day
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Activities:
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Scenic breaks, highland villages, local picnic lunch
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Stay: Druk Deothjung Hotel or Lingkhar Lodge, Trashigang
Included: Breakfast, Motorbike and Fuel, Guide, Water along the Way, Lunch and Dinner, overnight at Hotel.
Day 7 - Trashigang ➝ Merak ➝ Trashigang (Loop Ride)
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Distance: ~110 km round trip | 3–4 hours
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Ride Highlights:
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Ride to Merak, a remote nomadic village
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Activities:
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Interact with Brokpa community
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Visit Chorten Kora, Traditional Arts School
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Stay: Druk Deothjung Hotel or Lingkhar Lodge, Trashigang
Included: Breakfast, Motorbike and Fuel,Guide, Lunch, Drinking Water underway, Dinner and Overnight at Hotel.
Day 8 - Trashigang ➝ Mongar ➝ Bumthang
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Distance: ~290 km | 8–9 hours
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Ride Info:
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Return journey through the spectacular valleys
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Stay: Swiss Guest House, Bumthang
Included: Breakfast, Motorbike and Fuel, Guide, Water along the Way, Lunch and Dinner, overnight at Hotel.
Impressions that touch your soul. Moments you’ll never forget. This is your Bhutan motorbike tour.
Venture off the beaten path, connect with people few have ever encountered, and pause in places of undeniable beauty.
Day 9 - Bumthang ➝ Trongsa ➝ Wangdue ➝ Thimphu
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Distance: ~270 km | 7–8 hours
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Ride Highlights:
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Cross Chendebji Chorten, scenic breaks
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Activities:
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Local market stops, Bhutanese BBQ dinner
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Stay: Osal Hotel or Tashi Yodelling, Thimphu
Included: Breakfast, Motorbike and Fuel, Guide, Drinking Water along the way, Lunch and Dinner, Overnight at Hotel.
Day 10 - Thimphu ➝ Paro – Hike to Tiger’s Nest
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Distance: ~70 km drive
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Activities:
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Early morning drive to Paro
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Hike to Taktsang Monastery (Tiger’s Nest) – 5 hrs round trip
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Cultural souvenir shopping, farewell cultural dinner
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Return to Bikes
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Stay: Tashi Namgay Resort or Metta Resort, Paro
Included: Breakfast, Motorbike and Fuel, Drinking Water along the way, Lunch and Dinner, overnight at hotel.
Day 11 - Departure from Paro
After breakfast transfer to Paro International Airport and a hearty farewell from your tour team.
Tour Plan & Important Notice
TOUR PLAN
May change subject to weather and road conditions, at the discretion of the tour guide. Suitable alternatives will be provided.
IMPORTANT :
While travelling to offbeat & remote areas, there are many variables beyond our control like weather conditions, landslides, road situations and any other force majeure conditions.
Circumstances amounting to "force majeure" include any event which we or the supplier of the service(s) in question could not even with all due care, foresee or forestall such as (by way of example and not by way of limitation) natural disasters, fire and health risks, acts of God, unavoidable and unforeseeable technical problems with transport / flight for reasons beyond our control or that of our suppliers, closed or congested airports and other actual or potential adverse weather conditions, and any other similar events. In such situations we might be forced to change the itinerary.
Photo Credits: Bhutan Department of Tourism and Studio Khonsu @Adam Slama and Matt Dutile
Inclusions
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Royal Enfield 350 or 450cc Motorbike Rental fee
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Fuel
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Guide
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Hotels and Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner as outlines in the Itinerary
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Drinking Water for along the way
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Entry to Museums
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Visa Fee US 40.-
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Dailly Sustainability Fee of US 100.- per person
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Support Vehicle with Service Technician as a precaution
Exclusions
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Single room supplement of USD 290.-(optional)
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Airfare to and from Bhutan
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Travel insurance (required)
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Other personal expenses like overseas calls, laundry, alcoholic beverages, souvenirs
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Tips for the driver and tour guide
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Anything not listed in the Tour Program
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Pony to the Halfway Rest Stop at the Tigers Nest US 30 per Pony
