Cycling Route
5-Day Bhutan Scenic Cycling Tour
A balanced western Bhutan cycling route with Dochula, Punakha Valley, Paro sightseeing, and Tiger's Nest built into a five-day program.
Duration5 Days / 4 Nights
RouteParo - Thimphu - Punakha - Paro
Best ForActive cultural travelers
Dochula PassPunakha ValleyTiger's NestRecovery ride
Day 01: Arrival in Paro - Transfer to Thimphu
- Arrival at Paro International Airport
- Traditional welcome with khaddar
- Scenic drive to Thimphu (approx. 1.5 hrs)
- Drive along Paro River via Chuzom
- Bike fitting & cycling safety briefing
- Visit Tashichho Dzong (evening visit)
- Leisure walk in Thimphu city & local markets
- Overnight stay in Thimphu (2,400 m)
Day 02: Thimphu Cycling - Drive to Punakha
- Visit Buddha Dordenma viewpoint
- Drive past National Memorial Chorten
- Cycle selected sections towards Dochula Pass (support vehicle available)
- Stop at Dochula Pass (108 chortens & Himalayan views)
- Downhill cycling section towards Punakha Valley (fitness-based route)
- Visit Punakha Dzong
- Walk across Punakha Suspension Bridge
- Overnight stay in Punakha (1,350 m)
Day 03: Punakha Valley Cycling - Drive to Paro
- Gentle cycling ride through Punakha Valley & village landscapes
- Visit Chimi Lhakhang (Fertility Temple)
- Village walk through Sopsokha / Metshina village
- Drive back to Paro via Dochula Pass & Chuzom
- Visit Rinpung Dzong (Paro Dzong)
- Visit Ta Dzong - National Museum
- Overnight stay in Paro (2,200 m)
Day 04: Paro Sightseeing & Recovery Ride
- Hike to Taktsang Monastery (Tiger's Nest)
- Visit Kyichu Lhakhang
- Short recovery cycling ride around Paro Valley (if time permits)
- Free time in Paro town & shopping
- Optional hot stone bath & farmhouse dinner (additional cost)
- Overnight stay in Paro (2,200 m)
Day 05: Departure
- Breakfast at hotel
- Transfer to Paro International Airport
- Departure from the Kingdom of Bhutan