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About This Tour
An active 11-day loop through western and central Bhutan, mixing cultural sightseeing in Paro, Thimphu, and Punakha with mountain biking on the famous 'Divine Madman' trail. This tour is entirely within Bhutan. It's a supported ride, not a self-guided one: a 4x4 SUV, driver, and dedicated bike technician travel with the group throughout, and only one day (Day 4, the Punakha 'Divine Madman' trail) is spent actually cycling — the rest of the tour is a standard private vehicle itinerary.
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Day-by-Day Itinerary
A private guide, driver, and vehicle for the entire trip, with hotels pre-arranged at every overnight stop — the pace and any optional stops can still be shaped around your group.
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Arrival
Arrival pickup at Paro International Airport.
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Day 1 — Arrive in Paro
Airport arrival, then visit Paro Rinpung Dzong and Kichu Lhakhang.
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Day 2 — Thimphu
Explore the capital, including Buddha Point (Dordenma) and Sangaygang viewpoint.
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Day 3 — Punakha
Drive via Dochula Pass, visit Chimmi Lhakhang, and arrive at Punakha Dzong.
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Day 4 — Punakha Valley by bike
Mountain bike the 'Divine Madman' trail through rice fields and forest to Limbukha, with SUV and technician support.
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Day 5 — On to Bumthang
Drive from Punakha via Trongsa, visiting the Yatra textile center in Chumey valley.
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Day 6 — Bumthang hike
Day hike to Changbi village, Petseling Monastery, and Babzur meadow.
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Day 7 — Bumthang free day
A free day to explore the Bumthang valley at your own pace.
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Day 8 — Back to Punakha
Drive through forests and mountain passes, descending via rhododendron valleys.
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Day 9 — On to Paro
Drive from Punakha via Simtokha, exploring the Paro valley on arrival.
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Day 10 — Tiger's Nest hike
Hike to Taktsang (Tiger's Nest) Monastery at roughly 3,000m elevation.
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Day 11 — Departure
Breakfast, then airport transfer in Paro.
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Departure
The trip ends in Paro with a transfer to Paro International Airport (PBH) for your onward flight.
What's Included
A private vehicle and driver, just for your group
A professional, knowledgeable local guide
Hotels and transport arranged for every day of the trip
Pacing and optional stops shaped around your group
All tolls, parking, and fuel
What's Not Included
Attraction admission tickets, unless noted as included
Meals and snacks
Gratuities for your guide or driver
Personal expenses
Why Book a Private Tour With Voyzo?
Your group only — never combined with strangers
Crowded 50+ seat group buses
Fully custom stops, built around you
A fixed script with no flexibility
Door-to-door pickup, wherever you're staying
Meeting at a fixed public meeting point
Direct, transparent pricing — no marketplace markup
Third-party booking fees
Important Information
Know Before You Book
Group size can range from 1 to 25 guests — we match the vehicle to your party.
Pricing depends on group size, vehicle, and tour length, and is confirmed after your quote request.
Tour duration is flexible — the times shown are a typical starting point.
Know Before You Go
We'll confirm your exact pickup time and vehicle details after booking.
Bring a camera, comfortable shoes, and weather-appropriate layers.
Your arrival flight details are required to confirm the itinerary.
Special Requests
Mobility needs, dietary notes, or accessibility requirements? Let us know when requesting your quote and we'll arrange accordingly.
Traveling with young children or larger groups — just tell us, and we'll recommend the right vehicle.
Frequently Asked Questions
One dedicated riding day — the Punakha 'Divine Madman' trail on Day 4. The rest of the tour is standard private-vehicle sightseeing, so you don't need to be an expert cyclist to enjoy this itinerary.
Yes — mountain bikes and a dedicated bike technician travel with the group, along with a 4x4 SUV and driver for support and transport.
No, the entire tour stays within Bhutan's borders.
Moderate fitness is enough for the one riding day and the Tiger's Nest hike; this isn't an endurance mountain-biking expedition.
Once your quote is accepted, we'll confirm your exact pickup time, vehicle, and driver details by email ahead of your tour date.
Yes — reach out to our team any time before your tour and we'll do our best to accommodate itinerary or schedule changes.
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