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Bhutan - The Thunder Dragon Bike Tour

Duration 07 Days

Overview and Itineary

Witness the mystifying landscapes of Bhutan Himalayas as you ride along its magnificent roads. Feel the wind in your face as you immerse yourself in the magic of beautiful temples and intriguing traditions of the country! This Bhutan bike trip proves to be a paradise for bikers with its breathtaking valleys, ridges and quaint villages. The chanting of monks and clinking of chimes in the monasteries will surely put you in a trance like state! Travelling to Bhutan is like travelling back in time. The untouched natural environment and old-worldly way of life is so peaceful that it will leave one with memories of a lifetime. The peaceful surroundings make for a perfect backdrop for exploring this country at a relaxed pace in a 9 days’ period. Since this country is exceptionally rich in nature and culture, it’s only fair that we give it more than a mere glance. Our tour starts from Siliguri and we conclude also in Siliguri, West Bengal. We take the route along Bhutan’s west-east highway which is as challenging as it is thrilling. We come by new passes every day which are over 3000 meters high. The entire road trip is dotted with winding roads that go up and down thousands of feet, keeping one interested, excited and on high adrenaline all the time. Explore other Popular Motor Bike Tours in India

ITINERARY:

Day 1: Arrival in Siliguri and drive to Phuentsholing (By Vehicle)

There will be a meet and greet with your fellow travellers at a common point,then we take a drive to Jaigaon, the last town of India before Bhutan. Then we drive to Phuentsholing,A town close to borders of the Dragon Kingdom.Check into your hotel, freshen up and complete documentation formalities, reserve the evening for self exploration, visit the near by markets. Night stay in Phuentsholing

Day 2: Phuentsholing to Paro (Bike will be allocated today)

Enjoy your breakfast in the hotel and start your drive to Paro, reach Paro and check into your hotel, reserve the day for self exploration and visit the local markets . Night stay in Paro.

Day 3: Paro to Thimphu (after local sightseeing in Paro)

Have your breakfast at the Hotel and gear up because today is the day for adventure lovers as today we'll be doing the Tiger nest trek to get the amazing view of the Tiger nest monastery, it is a 6km long trek and it takes around 2-3 hours to complete the trek back and forth, and if you don’t wish to do the Tiger nest trek you can visit and visit the local markets and self explore paro and after that we will travel to Thimphu. Night stay in Thimphu.

Day 4: Thimpu to Phobjikha to Punakha

Enjoy your breakfast in the hotel and start your drive to Phobjikha,the broad valley with its best-known marshland in Bhutan, is popular for its scenic splendorand cultural uniqueness, after enjoying the scenic viewwe will start our journey to Punakha Night stay in Punakha.

Day 5: Punakha to Thimpu & Local sightseeing

Have your breakfast at the Hotel and pack your bags as today we'll travel back to Thimphu, reach Thimphu and check into your hotel , freshen up and visit the local beauties of Thimphu which will include the Folk heritage museum, buddha Dordenma statue, Thimphu view point and enjoy the amazing night life of Thimphu. Night stay in Thimphu.

Day 6: Thimpu to Phuentsholling to Siliguri

Have your breakfast, and start your journey to Phuentsholling today is the last day in Bhutan, reach Bhutan and drop the bikes after that we will travel to Siliguri and say our goodbyes to Bhutan, reach there by the evening, check into your hotel. Night stay in Siliguri.

Day 7: Siliguri check out and Departure

Today, after breakfast, you will check out of the hotel. Your trip will end here with happy memories.

Package Highlights

Note: Any changes in visa fees or any other charges by Bhutan government will be paid by the customer itself. Currently charges are INR 1200 per person per day for Indians and USD 100 per person per day for foreign nationals. We will run the departures subject to having a minimum group strength of 6 to 8 riders in each batch. If the minimum required Batch size is not met then Adventure Nation has full rights to cancel the departure and we will offer you either reschedule option, ANN credit option or full refund option.

Package Inclusions

• Accommodation – Day 1 to Day 7–Double / Triple Sharing.
• Meals- Dinner from Day 1 to breakfast on Day 7, lunch not included.
• Royal Himalayan 410cc with Helmet from Day 2 to Day 6.
• Day 1 and Day 6 from Phuentsholling transport in SUV/Tempo.
• Fuel Expenses.
• Back-Up vehicle with Mechanic and Spare Parts.
• Service of experienced road captain.
• General first aid.
• Local experienced guide from Bhutan.

Package Exclusions

• GST @ 5.0%
• Lunch
• Visa Fees (Rs 1200 per person per day in Bhutan for Indians and USD 100 per person per day for foreigners)
• Any other monument fees
• Transfers to /from airport/railway stations/bus stop
• Any type of fare
• Any other not mentioned in the inclusions
• Cost escalation due to change in itinerary Natural reason of unforeseen conditions like Landslides, Road Blockage, Bad Weather, Social or Political Unrest, Strikes, sudden shut down of any govt office etc
• Any type of insurance- Medical, Accidental, theft

Payment Policy

46 Days or more before date of departure: 25% of total cost.
31 - 45 Days before date of departure: 50% of total cost.
30 days before date of departure: 100% of total cost.
Important: The booking stands liable to be cancelled if 100% payment is not received less than 30 days before date of departure.

Cancellation Policy

CANCELLATION POLICY
Cancellation charges per person
30 days or more before departure: 25% of total cost
29 - 20 days before departure: 50% of total cost
Less than 20 days before departure: 100% of total cost

IF WE CHANGE OR CANCEL YOUR ADVENTURE HOLIDAY
We do plan the arrangements in advance. It is unlikely that we will have to make any changes to your travel arrangements. Occasionally, we may have to make changes due to Force Majeure Events and we reserve the right to do so at any time before or during the trip.
If there are any changes, we will advise you of them at the earliest possible date before or during the trip based on the Force Majeure Events.
We also reserve the right under Force Majeure Events to cancel your travel arrangements / offer alternative dates / revise the itinerary before or during the trip. Any additional cost incurred due to the abovementioned reasons will have to be borne by the traveller himself. There shall be no refund to the traveller under Force Majeure Events.
Force Majeure Event shall mean and include any circumstance beyond the reasonable control of Adventure Nation, including without limitation, any act of nature or the public enemy, accident, explosion, fire, storm, earthquake, flood, drought, perils of the sea, casualty, strikes, lock-outs, labour troubles, riots, sabotage, terrorists acts, embargo, war (whether or not declared), governmental actions, delay in issuance or processing of Visa/permit, change of laws and regulations, orders, or decrees, or other causes of like or different character beyond the control of Adventure Nation.

IF YOU WANT TO CHANGE YOUR ADVENTURE HOLIDAY PLAN
After you make full or partial payment, if you wish to change your travel arrangements in any way (e.g. your chosen departure date or accommodation), we will do our utmost to make these changes but it may not always be possible. Any request for changes must be in writing from the person who made the booking. All cost incurred due to amendment will be borne by the traveller himself.