Bhutan Multisport Tour

Bhutan Multisport

Biking & Hiking the Himalayan Kingdom

You'll never tell anyone about Bhutan. You'll never speak so little while on vacation. It has a purity to it that's indescribable. It's just so perfect the way it is. Let's tread gently and leave it the way we found it. The quiet smiles. The ease of life. The temples that seem to challenge the Himalayas. Homes that match ancient designs. The mystery of Buddhism. The crisp air. The striking mountains always looming, protecting. This hidden jewel of a place, you never forget. And never mention.

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The Day-to-Day Itinerary

Day 1 Namgay, our local guide, longtime friend and former National Assembly member, opens doors normally closed to foreigners  Ride above Paro Dzong, a massive monastic fortress built to commemorate a 1644 victory over the Tibetans, then see what lies within Peruse handicrafts in Paro's tiny mercantile shops.

Days 2-3 Bike through Bhutan's culturally and scenically rich valleys - you'll be one of the few!  Dochu La pass dazzles with panoramas of snowcapped Himalayan peaks  Ethereal villages and rice paddies enliven your ride to Punakha Valley  Engage with monks in between their meditations Hike to Chorten Nebu, a remote 14th-century temple accessible only by foot and seldom visited by international travelers.

Days 4-5 Immersion into an ancient landscape where life's daily rituals remain sacred  After visiting Punakha Dzong, feast your eyes on vibrant Bhutanese painting, sculpture and textile arts in Thimphu, the capital city Curious about Buddhism and how it defines life here? Our historian will enlighten you  Tackle the steep but rewarding walk from Dodina village to Cheri Goemba Monastery.

Days 6-8 Hike to secluded Buddhist monasteries and temples, including the famed Tiger's Nest  Climb an ancient path to the Taktshang teahouse, situated at 9,200 feet and offering superb views of the valley and otherworldly Taktshang Monastery.

Look at what other guests are saying about this trip!

This was a trip of a lifetime; the beautiful country of Bhutan, the hiking/biking adventure, the guides and the group with whom we traveled. I feel so fortunate to have had the opportunity to see Bhutan at this time, while it is unaffected. I was unprepared to fall so in love with the people and the land.
Deborah Graves - Tres Piedras, NM More about this Trip All Guest Reviews

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Bhutan Multisport

Premiere Inns

Uma Paro
Uma Paro

Paro (1 night) An upscale hillside retreat with luxurious guest rooms; the main building was formerly a Bhutanese nobleman's home. (spa)

Meri Puensum Resort

Punahka (2 nights) Traditional lodging with views across the rice fields and orange groves of the Punakha Valley.

Tashi Taj Hotel
Tashi Taj Hotel

Thimphu (2 nights) Designed in Bhutanese dzong architectural style, and just steps away from cultural sites and the market.

Zhiwa Ling
Zhiwa Ling

Upper Paro Valley (2 nights) With impressive masonry and elaborate hand-carved cornices, this hotel is set on a verdant mountainside and combines Bhutanese hospitality with modern conveniences.

Bhutan Multisport

Routes For All Abilities

Every Backroads trip is designed to appeal to a wide variety of interests and fitness levels. We know your pace may vary from one day to the next-and your traveling companion's may differ somewhat from yours. So we present a range of mileage options, and each day you decide exactly what and how much you want to do.

Activity Level Average Time Biking Average Walking Average
1 2-3 hours 10-20 miles 2-5 miles
2 2-4 hours 21-30 miles 5-7 miles
3 3-5 hours 31-40 miles 7-9 miles
4 4-6 hours 41-55 miles 9-11 miles
5 5-7+ hours 56-75+ miles 11-13+ miles

Daily Mileage Options & Cumulative Elevation Gain

Day 1
  • Level 1  2 Route Options Available
  • Biking 10 miles
  • 600 feet elevation gain
  • Walking 1 mile
  • 0 - 500 feet elevation gain
Day 2
  • Level 1  2 Route Options Available
  • Biking 15 miles
  • 450 feet elevation gain
  • Hiking 2.5 miles
  • 400 feet elevation gain
Day 3
  • Levels 1 to 2  3 Route Options Available
  • Hiking 3.3, 4.7 miles
  • 1200 - 1400 feet elevation gain
  • Biking 11 miles
  • 0 - 500 feet elevation gain
Day 4
  • Level 1 to 2 1 Route Option Available
  • Hiking 3.7 miles
  • 0 - 500 feet elevation gain
  • Cultural Walk 1 hour
Day 5
  • Levels 1 to 2 4 Route Options Available
  • Hiking 2 miles
  • 500 - 1000 feet elevation gain
  • Walking 3 miles
  • 0 - 500 feet elevation gain
  • Optional Biking 11, 23 miles
  • 0 - 500 feet elevation gain
Day 6
  • Hiking 3.5 miles
  • 500 feet elevation gain
Day 7
  • Levels 1 to 3  3 Route Options Available
  • Hiking 3.3, 6.1 miles
  • 1700 - 2200 feet elevation gain
  • Biking 8 miles
  • 700 feet elevation gain
Day 8
  • Conclusion of Trip

RESERVE THIS TRIP!

Premiere Inns Trip Price*
  • $5,998 to $6,398 pp dbl. occ.
  • (+$750 to $1,200 for sgl. occ.)
  • Internal Flights:
    $890 to $930
Trip Notes

All meals included except for 1 dinner

Cancellation Policy

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Meet / Depart

Bangkok, Thailand

Special Interest

Culture & History, Exotic Adventure, Geological Wonders, Golf, Mountain Bike, Natural Beauty &/or Wildlife, Spa

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