Cycling Route
6-Day Western Bhutan Cycling Journey
A fuller cycling journey through Thimphu, Dochula, Punakha, and Paro with support-vehicle flexibility and time for Tiger's Nest.
Duration6 Days / 5 Nights
RouteParo - Thimphu - Punakha - Paro
Best ForRiders wanting more valley time
Support vehicleDochula downhillPunakha villagesTiger's Nest
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
- En-route stop at Tachogang Lhakhang & suspension bridge
- Bike fitting & cycling safety briefing
- Leisure walk in Thimphu city & local markets
- Overnight stay in Thimphu (2,400 m)
Day 02: Thimphu Cycling & Sightseeing
- Guided cycling ride around Thimphu Valley (support vehicle available)
- Cycle to Buddha Dordenma viewpoint
- Visit National Memorial Chorten
- Visit Folk Heritage Museum
- Visit National Textile Museum
- Visit Centenary Farmers' Market (Wed-Mon, closed Tuesday)
- Visit Tashichho Dzong (evening visit)
- Overnight stay in Thimphu (2,400 m)
Day 03: Thimphu - Dochula Pass - Punakha
- Mountain cycling route towards Dochula Pass (support vehicle available)
- Stop at Dochula Pass (108 chortens & Himalayan views)
- Scenic downhill cycling section towards Punakha Valley
- Visit Chimi Lhakhang (Fertility Temple)
- Village walk through Sopsokha / Metshina village
- Overnight stay in Punakha (1,350 m)
Day 04: Punakha Cycling - Drive to Paro
- Guided cycling ride through Punakha Valley & riverside villages
- Visit Punakha Dzong
- Walk across Punakha Suspension Bridge
- Optional farmhouse lunch & rural activities
- Drive back to Paro via Dochula Pass & Chuzom
- Guided cycling ride along Paro Valley (if time permits)
- Overnight stay in Paro (2,200 m)
Day 05: Paro Sightseeing & Tiger's Nest Hike
- Hike to Taktsang Monastery (Tiger's Nest)
- Visit Kyichu Lhakhang
- Short recovery cycling ride around Paro Valley (if time permits)
- Outdoor cultural activities (traditional dress, archery, darts)
- Optional hot stone bath & farmhouse dinner (additional cost)
- Overnight stay in Paro (2,200 m)
Day 06: Departure
- Breakfast at hotel
- Transfer to Paro International Airport
- Departure from Bhutan with memories of the Himalayas