Bhutan, a Buddhist kingdom on the Himalayas’ eastern edge, is known for its monasteries, fortresses (or Dzong) and dramatic landscapes that range from subtropical plains to steep mountains and valleys.
Banglore International Airport (Google Map)
3 Hours Before Flight Time
Here is a list of essential things one should carry for a trip to Bhutan, while we can tell you the essential but kindly think of your requirements also. Families coming with kids should carry stuff you kids need. We feel a cross-check of luggage with this list before leaving, would be helpful to many of us in reducing the chances of forgetting some small things while we go on a trip. This way we can enjoy the trip without worrying over the availability of some item.
Best way to choose clothes is – Spread all your clothes you wanted to carry for trip on bed. Now remove 50% out as per priority. Now you got the best clothes. Avoid too much of clothes you will end up wearing half of it. But you will end up wasting lots of time in packing and unpacking while others will be enjoying outside
Bhutan, a Buddhist kingdom on the Himalayas’ eastern edge, is known for its religious communities, strongholds (or dzongs) and landscapes that extend from subtropical fields to soak mountains and valleys. In the High Himalayas, pinnacles, for example, 7,326m Jomolhari is well-known trekking goals. Paro Taktsang cloister (otherwise called Tiger’s Home) sticks to bluffs over the forested Paro Valley.
Remote Bhutan previously permitted the world a look inside in 1974. With four centuries of home, the Himalayan realm offers a trove of archeological fortunes, including numerous elaborate sanctuaries and dzong strongholds. Segregation has safeguarded the intensely Buddhist-impacted culture of the last Shangri-La.
Airport pickup and Drop to Hotel.
(You can relax/sleep and we will catch up for Coffee)
Afternoon lunch at Local Restaurant in Siliguri.
Afternoon Check-in In Siliguri Relax for the Day.
You’ll have free time to wander back before dinner together.
Evening Relax and get acquainted with one another over dinner together.
Rest for the Night.
Good Morning Siliguri its Breakfast Time.
After Breakfast Get ready for Day 01 Ride.
The first Ride to Bhutan is always Awesome.
Siliguri To Phuentsholing-154 km 3:25m.
Sightseeing, coffee break on the way to Phuentsholing.
Drive along The DOORS-A Paradise on Earth.
Reach Phuentsholing, Bhutan Check-in, and Relax.
Stay at Phuentsholing with a Peaceful Location.
Dinner and Rest for the Night.
Phuentsholing Sun Rise is up to shin It’s Breakfast time.
Check-Out at 8 am.
Phuentsholing To Thimpu 146.8 km 3:57 min
You’ll embark on the journey – through the misty and winding roads.
could rain through some or more parts of your ride.
That adds to the mystical and nature-filled destination you are now entering.
1. Visite Dantak canteen.
Coffee Break, Sightseeing, & Lunch at Thimpu.
There are a few places your permits will be stamped.
late afternoon check-in at Thimpu Hotel.
There are no traffic lights in Bhutan and hence some circuitous routes to your hotel would be evident.
After Wonderfull Ride, we Reach Bhutan capital.
Stretch Your Leg and Relax Dinner & Rest for the Night.
Good Morning Thimpu its Breakfast Time.
After Breakfast Get ready to explore Bhutan.
Coffee Break, Sightseeing, & Lunch at Local Restaurant.
1. Visit Memorial Chorten (built-in memory of the third King of Bhutan who reigned from 1952-1972)
2. Nunnery temple
3. Mini Zoo to see Takin (The national animal of Bhutan.)
4. The National Institute of Traditional Medicine.
5. Bhutanese traditional painting school.
6. Folk heritage museum
7. The majestic Tashichho Dzong.
8. The Traditional Paper Factory.
However, some of the landmarks are closed on the weekends (Saturdays and Sundays).
Therefore, if we are in Thimphu during the weekends, we explore the Weekend Market instead.
Stretch Your Leg and Relax Dinner & Rest for the Night.
“Knock Knock” Good Morning Thimpu.
You’ are Breakfast is waiting for you.
Say By By to Thimpu it’s time for your Ride.
Sightseeing, coffee break on the way to Punakha.
Thimpu To Punakha. 84.6 km 02:25m
1. Dzong – the most photogenic Dzong in Bhutan.
2. Temple of the Mad Lama – Chimi Lakhang.
3. listen to the story of flying phalluses.
Reach the Punakha Dzong Check-In
Time permitting we would see the Dzong this evening. Or else would postpone to next morning
Relax Dinner & Rest for the Night.
Punakha Sun is up to the shin.
It’s Breakfast time.it’s time for your Most Amazing Ride.
Punakha To Phobjikha To Punakha 163 km 05:20m.
It stands at an altitude of about 3000 m above sea level
on the western end of the Black Mountain range in Bhutan.
Sightseeing, coffee break on the way to Phobjikha.
1. Phobjikha Valley
2. Black Mountain
The early morning walk through the wetland nature trail
gives a breathtaking view of the valley, surrounded by the mountain ranges.
It attracts the highest number of winter visiting Black Necked Cranes in Bhutan.
After Wonderfull Ride, we back to Punakha hotel.
Stretch Your Leg and Relax Dinner & Rest for the Night.
Good Morning Hope you sleep well.
Coffee & Breakfast at the hotel.
Check-Out at 8 am.
Punakha To Paro 125.8 km 03:20m
Sightseeing, coffee break & Lunch on the way to Paro.
1. We drive to Paro via Dochu La pass.
2. New Druk Wangyal Monastery. ( elaborate paintings depicting the lineage of the present monarchy and their visionary works,
The Druk Wangyal Monastery is the only one of its kind in the country.)
Lunch at Thimphu.
Ride to Paro Check-in Evening.
Stretch Your Back and Relax Dinner & Rest for the Night.
Good Morning Riders
its Time for some Healthy Breakfast Time.
After Breakfast Get ready for Tiger’s Nest.
Hiking to the Tiger’s Nest Monastery
(Due to its location, the only way to get to the monastery is by hiking. There are no vehicles that make the drive up to the monastery.)
1. Distance: 4 miles round trip
2. Elevation Gain: 1,700 feet
3. Highest Elevation: 10,232 feet
4. Time: Allow 5 to 7 hours for the entire visit.
Sightseeing, Lunch on the way to Paro.
Hike back to Paro.
Stretch Your Legs and Relax.
Dinner & Rest for the Night
Good Morning Paro.
You’ are Breakfast is waiting for you.
Say By By to Paro it’s time for your Ride.
Sightseeing, coffee break on the way to Phuentsholing.
Paro To Phuentsholing. 155 km 04:25m
1. Visit the border or the Chukha Hydrothermal Project.
2. Amo Chuu, the Crocodile Breeding Centre.
Phuentsholing to Siliguri 153.7km 03:19m
Rev up your bikes back to Siliguri.
Check-In Hotel.
Dinner & Rest for the Night.
Good Morning Siliguri its Breakfast Time.
After Breakfast Get ready for checkout.
You are free to explore local on your own.
Siliguri will be the end of our journey.
Airpot Vai Local Transport.
Lunch will be provided on the way to Airpot.
Siliguri to Banglore Flight. 3 h 00m.
It was a wonderful time with you all.
See you next time travel safe.
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