Bhutan Multi-Adventure Tour
8 days
7 nights
Activity Levels 1-3
Premiere Hotels
Bhutan Multi-Adventure Tour
8 days
7 nights
Activity Levels 1-3
Premiere Hotels
2025: Mar-Apr, Sep-Oct2026: Mar-May, Sep-Oct
Rich Buddhist Culture & Sacred Himalayan Peaks
Nothing can prepare you for Bhutan. It possesses an indescribable magic. Temples built at the impossible heights of the Himalayas. A culture rooted in history and yet changing with the times. It's not Shangri-La—it's more real than that, balancing the modern with the ancient. It's what you've pictured and what you couldn't have imagined.
Highlights
- Fly with us to an ancient landscape that's often been inaccessible to foreign travelers, where life's daily rituals remain sacred
- Connect with Buddhist monks between their meditations to have a chat, exchange ideas and even receive a blessing
- Bike through Bhutan's culturally and scenically rich valleys—an off-the-beaten-path adventure travel experience
- Hike to secluded Buddhist temples and atmospheric monasteries high above the valley, including the legendary Tiger's Nest
Start/EndBangkok, Thailand
* Start/End locations may vary. Do not book flights until your trip details are confirmed.
Itinerary
Day 1
Our Bhutanese guides open doors normally closed to foreigners • Hike above Paro to a seldom-visited temple • Visit Dzongdrakha Monastery and learn about the depth and importance of Bhutanese folklore in daily life.
Night 1
This upscale resort is nestled between the Himalayan foothills and Paro Chhu River. (pool, spa)
Days 2-3
Bike amid breathtaking valleys brimming with history and culture • Dochula 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 • Cross a scenic suspension bridge over the Mo Chhu river to Queen's Temple.
Nights 2-3
Surrounded by thick pine forests in the heart of the Punakha Valley, this secluded contemporary hotel is perched above lush rice fields and the Punakha River. (spa)
Days 4-5
Immerse yourself in an ancient landscape with daily rituals steeped in spirituality • Raft down Punakha's Po Chhu to exquisite riverside Punakha Dzong, Bhutan's 300-year-old lofty winter capital • Feast your eyes on vibrant Bhutanese painting, sculpture and textile arts in Thimphu, the capital city • Hike to the Buddha Dordenma, a giant golden statue towering above the Wang Chhu.
Nights 4-5
Designed in Bhutanese dzong architectural style, and just steps away from Thimphu's lively central square. (pool, spa)
Days 6-8
Trek beneath a rainbow of prayer flags to otherworldly Taktsang Monastery, or Tiger's Nest, the holiest site in Bhutan • Climb an ancient path to the Taktsang teahouse, situated at 9,200 feet and offering superb views of the valley and cliff-hanging monastery • Practice your aim as you learn archery, Bhutan's national sport.
Nights 6-7
With impressive masonry and elaborate hand-carved cornices, this hotel is set on a verdant mountainside and combines Bhutanese hospitality with modern conveniences. (spa)
What's Included
See moreStraight Talk
We want to make sure you're on the trip that's right for you. Every Backroads trip is unique and this one is no exception.
Some hotels and restaurants we visit see few Western travelers and therefore lack many Western-style services. The leisurely service found in neighborhood restaurants and the limited supply of beer can all be appreciated as part of the journey.
Bhutan is a remote corner of the world where ancient culture, traditions and religion are still the deep-rooted cornerstones of everyday life. That said, modern Bhutan is not always the Shangri-La depicted in glossy travel magazines. Rather, it's a developing country, where the scenes of poverty, trash and pollution can be jarring. And yet, the beauty of the people, the culture and the landscape shine through. Our itineraries and Trip Leaders remove as many obstacles and inconveniences as possible, but we can't remove haze and noise from the air, or replace a poorly maintained road or trail—it's all part of the experience here!
This trip includes travel on a commercial flight so that we can explore the best of your destination. Please note that flight schedules can change with little advance warning, which may require us to adjust our activities on a travel day. Your Trip Leaders will provide more details on any changes should this occur.
Hotels
World-Class Hotels
Our hand-selected Premiere hotels offer exceptional hospitality and experiences as special as the regions we explore.
Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.
Night 1
Premiere Hotel
This upscale resort is nestled between the Himalayan foothills and Paro Chhu River. (pool, spa)
Nights 2-3
*Deluxe Hotel
Surrounded by thick pine forests in the heart of the Punakha Valley, this secluded contemporary hotel is perched above lush rice fields and the Punakha River. (spa)
Nights 4-5
Premiere Hotel
Designed in Bhutanese dzong architectural style, and just steps away from Thimphu's lively central square. (pool, spa)
Nights 6-7
Premiere Hotel
With impressive masonry and elaborate hand-carved cornices, this hotel is set on a verdant mountainside and combines Bhutanese hospitality with modern conveniences. (spa)
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Bikes
Choose Your Perfect Bike
Our bikes are designed and built with specific cyclists and riding styles in mind, so we can always offer you a perfect ride. Please note that bike requests are subject to availability and prioritized based on the date they're submitted.
Included in your trip price
- Suited for a wide range of cyclists
- Comfortable ergonomic seat
- Long wheel base adds to the bike's control and stability
- Upright handlebars only
Dates & Prices
Dates & Prices
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