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Motorcycle Tour in Bhutan, The Dragon Kingdom
Motorcycle trip Bhutan

The Dragon Kingdom

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Motorcycle Ramble
Duration
12 D
Tour Type
Tour Leader
Accomodation
Standard
Level
Intermediate
Meal Plan
Full-Board
Vintage Rides → Destinations → Asia → Bhutan → The Dragon Kingdom
Alex
Your motorcycle expert
Alex
In 2006, after travelling 20,000 km by motorbike in India, Alex founded Vintage Rides. Since then, he has been developing our concept in more than 20 countries.
On the agenda

Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime motorbike tour in Bhutan, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of the Himalayas. Ride through breathtaking mountain landscapes, winding roads, and ancient monasteries perched on dramatic cliffs. Discover the unique culture of the Land of the Thunder Dragon, where tradition and spirituality shape daily life. This journey promises adventure, serenity, and unforgettable encounters, taking you through remote valleys, lush forests, and sacred sites in one of the world’s most mystical destinations.

The Dragon Kingdom

Motorcycle Tour in Bhutan

12 stages - 668 miles
Arrive in Delhi Étape 1/12
Arrive in Delhi
Namaste and welcome to India! You will be met at the airport by our local representative, who will hand over your schedule and flight details for the following day, followed by a transfer to your hotel. For this first step, you are free to explore the city as you wish. We recommend visiting the Jama Masjid mosque and the picturesque Chandni Chowk bazaar. (Note: Your tour guide will meet you directly in Sandrup Jongkhar, Bhutan.)
Delhi - Samdrup Jonghkar Étape 2/12 62 miles
Delhi - Samdrup Jonghkar
We take an early morning flight from Delhi to Guwahati in Assam, a small state in east India. From there, we’re taken to the Bhutanese border in a private vehicle. After administrative paperwork, we head to Samdrup Jongkhar, where your Himalayan adventure begins.
Samdrup Jonghkar - Trashigang Étape 3/12 112 miles
Samdrup Jonghkar - Trashigang
Today’s the big day! After just a few miles, you will have already fallen in love with how easy it is to ride the Royal Enfield, which is perfect for the curved roads of the Himalayan foothills. We ride from one peak to the next, taking in the surrounding countryside: bamboo forests and traditional stilt houses. We stop to visit some sites en route to Trashigang.
Trashigang - Mongar Étape 4/12 59 miles
Trashigang - Mongar
We leave for a short leg to Mongar. En route, we make a small detour to the Drametse Dzong. This sixteenth-century monastery is the largest and most important in east Bhutan. We head through dense blue pine forests, where woody plants, ferns and wild orchids make up the undergrowth.
Mongar - Bumthang Étape 5/12 118 miles
Mongar - Bumthang
We drive through the thick jungle, where we can make out Zhongar Dzong. We then leave this semi-tropical area, surrounded by bamboos and creepers, behind us and arrive on a vast plateau. We push on through another coniferous forest and start our way up to the highest pass in Bhutan: Thrumshingla Pass (3,800 m). We arrive in Jakar in the Bumthang Valley (2,600 m), famous for its monasteries.
Bumthang - Gangtey Étape 6/12 93 miles
Bumthang - Gangtey
We head towards the west through Chume valley among vast farmlands dotted with temples. Surrounded by oak trees, woody plants and magnolias, we make our ascent to Pele La (3,300 m). We ride back down and head to Gangtey and its superb monastery. Perched on the mountainside and set on several levels, Trongsa Dzong is neatly nestled on a spur that drops into the Mangde river gorge.
Gangtey - Punakha Étape 7/12 50 miles
Gangtey - Punakha
We start the day on a beautiful mountain road, through dense black forest, worthy of a sci-fi film. The road then slots into a narrow, sparsely-populated valley before heading up to the Black Mountains. The ride down takes us to Tikke bridge and then to a hamlet called Chuzomsa (confluence).
Punakha - Thimphu Étape 8/12 43 miles
Punakha - Thimphu
We continue to Thimphu via the Dochula Pass, at an elevation of over 3,100 m. We quickly reach the capital and make the most of the afternoon to visit Memorial Chorten, built in 1974 in honour of Bhutan’s third king. You can also take a walk around the mini zoo to see some takin, the country’s mascot.
Timphu - Paro Étape 9/12 115 miles
Timphu - Paro
Our penultimate day on the bikes, and one of the best! We drive back down from the capital to Paro via Dobji Dzong, where we can take in the views of Mount Jomolhari, standing proud at 7,314 m. A beautiful road takes us to Haa before we tackle Chele La pass (3,800 m). We finally ride down towards Paro, the final stop on this tour of the Dragon Kingdom.
Paro Étape 10/12 12 miles
Paro
Today, we can go to the Tiger’s Nest monastery, perched on a cliff at 3,120 metres altitude, approximately 700 metres above the Paro Valley. We have lunch at a restaurant on our way back before heading back to Paro. You can spend the rest of the afternoon at your leisure in Paro.
Paro - Delhi Étape 11/12 Flight
Paro - Delhi
You are transferred to Paro international airport, where you take your flight back to Delhi. Overnight stay at hotel.
Delhi Étape 12/12
Delhi
Your room is available until 10 am. You are transferred to Delhi international airport according to your flight schedule, where our services end.
Price
From £4990,00 / rider
The price includes The price does not include

  • A Royal Enfield motorcycle is provided with full mechanical assistance and all spare parts

  • Domestic transfers as appearing in the program, by private vehicle

  • Domestic flights Delhi-Guwahati and Paro-Delhi (15 kgs maximum for checked baggages)

  • International flights

  • A refundable security deposit of €600 per pilot

  • Lunches and dinners during non riding days (day 1,11, 12)

Important
Documents requested :
International motorcycle license if necessary
Motorcycle Driving License
Currently valid passport for the Motorcycle Trip
Valid Visa, if required
This trip includes passes over 4,500 meters, often far from immediate medical assistance. Primary aid in reaching the nearest medical center is provided by our support vehicle, as helicopters and ambulances are rarely available. Limited phone coverage and restrictions on satellite phones can make contacting emergency services challenging. Additionally, as with any mountain route, road quality and difficulty are heavily influenced by current and prior weather conditions
Reviews on this trip
4.0/5 · 24 review
It was my first VR trip…

It was my first VR trip and the destination of Bhutan was exceptional. It was...

Eddie
14 May 2026

The Dragon Kingdom
The Dragon Kingdom

Michael
04 Dec. 2025

The Dragon Kingdom
Bhutan, Sacred Land

Françoise
16 Nov. 2024

The Dragon Kingdom
Bhutan, Sacred Land

Françoise
16 Nov. 2024

The Dragon Kingdom
Bhutan, Sacred Land

DIDIER
11 Nov. 2024

The Dragon Kingdom
Bhutan, Sacred Land

DIDIER
11 Nov. 2024

The Dragon Kingdom
Great trip to Bhutan;

A very high quality trip to Bhutan. It’s a magnificent country that the proposed route...

Guillaume
08 Nov. 2024

The Dragon Kingdom
Great trip to Bhutan;

A very high quality trip to Bhutan. It’s a magnificent country that the proposed route...

Guillaume
08 Nov. 2024

The Dragon Kingdom
Bhutan is a truely fantastic trip…

Bhutan is a truely fantastic trip – I’m sure it will be one of your...

Philip
06 Nov. 2024

The Dragon Kingdom
Overall, I’m satisfied with my…

Overall, I’m satisfied with my trip. I was able to travel with some very pleasant...

Flavio
06 Nov. 2024

The Dragon Kingdom
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From
£4990 / rider
£4490 / pillion
From 16 Apr. 2027 to 27 Apr. 2027
0 registered • 10 motorcycles available
OPTION
From 04 Oct. 2027 to 15 Oct. 2027
0 registered • 10 motorcycles available
OPTION
50% deposit
Cancellation and postponement with conditions
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