Mystical Bhutan
Mystical Bhutan
Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable adventure through the mystical landscapes of Bhutan with our "Mystical Bhutan" tour. This journey begins in Paro, where you'll explore the National Museum and the Rinpung Dzong. Experience the breathtaking hike to the iconic Tiger's Nest Monastery and feel the spiritual energy at Dochula Pass with its 108 Chortens. Cycle through the scenic Yontong La pass to Jakar, and ride to the remote Tang Valley. Descend from Bhutan's highest pass, Thrumshing La, to Sengor, and conclude your journey at the border town of Samdrup Jongkhar. Along the way, visit Punakha Dzong, Chhimi Lhakhang, and other cultural landmarks. This tour offers a perfect blend of adventure, culture, and stunning natural beauty, making it an ideal choice for cycling enthusiasts and cultural explorers alike. Please note that bike hire is not included in the tour price. ...more ...less
Highlights
What's Included
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Visit to Paro Museum
The tour includes a visit to Paro Museum on the first day.
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Visit to Tiger's Nest Monastery
The tour includes a hike to the famous Tiger's Nest Monastery.
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Visit to Dochula Pass
The tour includes a visit to Dochula Pass, known for its spiritual energy and 108 Chortens.
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Visit to Punakha Dzong and Chhimi Lhakhang
The tour includes visits to Punakha Dzong and Chhimi Lhakhang.
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Visit to Dzongs and Goembas
The tour includes visits to dzongs and Goembas scattered around the valley.
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Ride to Tang Valley
The tour includes a ride to the remote Tang Valley.
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Visit to Yongphu La
The tour includes a ride up to Yongphu La.
What's Not Included
Bike HireBike hire is not included in the tour price. Mountain Bike: US$ 350, E-Bike: US$ 630.
Single Supplement
US$ 495
Bike Hire
Mountain Bike: US$ 350, E-Bike*: US$ 630
Mode of Transport
The tour includes a mix of cycling and vehicle transfers, allowing participants to explore Bhutan's breathtaking landscapes. Guests will cycle through scenic passes and valleys, with vehicle support available for longer distances or challenging sections, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable journey.
Accommodation
Throughout the Mystical Bhutan tour, guests will stay in comfortable hotels and guesthouses, providing a cozy retreat after each day's adventure. The accommodations offer a blend of traditional Bhutanese charm and modern amenities, ensuring a restful experience in the heart of Bhutan's stunning landscapes.
Check out our Q&As
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What is the starting point of the Mystical Bhutan tour?
The tour starts in Paro, Bhutan, where participants are picked up from the airport.
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What is the final destination of the Mystical Bhutan tour?
The tour concludes in Guwahati, India, where participants are transferred to the airport or a hotel.
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Is bike hire included in the Mystical Bhutan tour price?
No, bike hire is not included in the tour price. Mountain bikes can be hired for US$ 350 and E-bikes for US$ 630.
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What kind of activities can participants expect during the Mystical Bhutan tour?
Participants can expect a mix of cultural sightseeing, hiking, and cycling through scenic mountain passes and valleys.
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What is the highlight of the second day of the tour?
The highlight of the second day is a hike to the iconic Tiger's Nest Monastery, followed by a transfer to Thimphu, Bhutan's capital.
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What is the significance of Dochula Pass on the tour?
Dochula Pass is known for its spiritual energy and offers views of sacred Buddhist structures and the eastern Himalayas. It is visited on the third day of the tour.
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What can participants expect on the final day of the tour?
On the final day, participants will cross into India and be transferred to Guwahati, where they will be dropped off at the airport or a hotel, depending on their post-tour plans.
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Do I need to have travel insurance?
Yes! SpiceRoads insists that all clients must take out good travel insurance before joining one of our tours. There are inherent risks involved in cycling and mountain biking and we will not be liable for your medical expenses or evacuation in case of an accident. This insurance must include adequate coverage for any personal accident, medical expenses, injury, death and repatriation. Insurance should also provide coverage for cancellations or curtailment of the holiday. Clients should also ensure that there are no exclusion clauses limiting protection for any dangerous or unusual activities that might be included in their tour. If you join the tour without adequate insurance you may be disallowed from continuing on the tour without the right of refund. Clients are solely responsible for arranging their insurance and they should ensure that they are covered for the full duration of their tour. Your tour leader will ask for copies of your insurance before allowing you to join the tour. This protects both you and us.
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Is the trip guaranteed to depart and does it require a minimum number of people?
There is a minimum number of participants (usually 2) required to enable the trip to go ahead. Once the minimum number is reached, the trip status will change from 'Available' to 'Guaranteed to Depart'. Once a trip is guaranteed to depart you are free to book your flights and make other travel arrangements. If the trip status is ‘Limited’ will mean we have only a small number of spaces available for booking. If you are unsure about the trip status, please contact us.
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Why hire a bike from SpiceRoads?
SpiceRoads bikes are never just "fit for duty" but a key component of our riders’ tour experience and satisfaction. For tours with bike hire option, renting one of our bikes saves hassle, not to mention precious luggage allowance. All SpiceRoads tours use well-known makes of mountain, hybrid or road bikes (depending on the tour) with lightweight alloy frames, 24- to 27-speed gearing, v-brakes or disc brakes and Shimano components. Mountain bikes all have front suspension. We renew bikes in our fleet every two seasons. When in use, our bikes are well-cared for, including full service before each trip and daily cleaning while on tour. SpiceRoads tour support vehicles carry plenty of spares and extra tubes for every emergency.
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Do you have E-Bikes?
Electric "pedal assist" e-bikes are available on select tours. E-bikes can help manage long distances and climbing terrain through the use of a pedal-activated electric motor. Unlike other e-bikes, "pedal assistedr" e-bikes feel more natural to the rider. We recommend e-bikes for riders interested in tours that might normally be too challenging for them, or for groups of riders with mixed ability. E-bikes provide assistance for long distance or more challenging terrain, but they can’t do all the work for you! Always chose a tour within the range of your own abilities to ensure your own enjoyment when exploring a new destination. Contact us for a complete list of e-bike available tours.
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What do I need to bring if I rent a SpiceRoads bike?
Bikes rented for tours always come with a helmet, a single water bottle cage, and a standard saddle. If you prefer to bring your own saddle (just the saddle, not the seat post), additional water bottle cage, or SPD pedals, we will fit them to your bike for the tour. Don’t forgot to bring your shoes and cleats if you bring SPD pedals! Women specific seats are recommended for longer tours. We have a limited supply of gel seat covers to soften the ride, and of strap-on toe cages. Please enquire about adding these during your booking.
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Do you have details of the SpiceRoads fleet?
In Thailand we have a fleet of Verve city bikes, TREK 4300 and X-Caliber 7 mountain bikes, TREK 7.2 X, FX 3 and 7200 hybrid bikes and Trek 2.1 C, Domane 2.0, Lexa SL and carbon Émonda S5 road bikes. We also carry Giant 2019 Explore E+ 3 e-bikes. Our bicycles are available in sizes ranging from 13 inches to 22 1/2 inches or 47 cm to 62 cm. Please note that a certain frame model is not guaranteed. In Bangkok and Chiang Mai, baby seats, tag-alongs, and child bikes for children are available. In Bangkok the single-wheeled tag-along bike attach to the seat-post of an adult bike, allowing a child to pedal along behind the adult. There's no age limit to the tag-along bike, but there is a 36 kg weight limit. Bike hire is include in the tour price for short tours, while longer tours offer bike hire as a supplement, as many riders opt to bring their own bike for our cycling tours. Depending on the destination, length of tour, and type of bike, hire costs vary.
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Transfer as credit to Future Tours
SpiceRoads Cycling allows you to transfer existing payments to a future tour to avoid cancellation fees if you can't travel and inform spiceroads cycling, 40 days before departure.
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Low Deposit
SpiceRoads Cycling requires a minimum deposit of 10% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 60 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of spiceroads cycling charges.
At 61 days before tour starts: Forfeit 0% of booking price.
At 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 70% of booking price.
At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
Mystical Bhutan
15 Days Starting in Paro, Bhutan and ending in Guwahati, India
Visiting: Paro, Punakha, Punakha Valley, Trongsa, Bumthang Valley, Tang Valley, Ura Valley, Thrumshing La Pass, Mongar, Trashigang, Wamrong, Samdrup Jongkhar, Guwahati ...more ...less
Tour operator:
Tour code:
BTN-BMB
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 16
Age range:
Min age:18