The Kingdom of Bhutan is a destination known to few, distant from the western world both geographically and in culture. Less than 6,000 foreigners traveled here last year, an amazingly low figure when you consider that this amount can easily turn the styles into the Grand Canyon National Park in less than two hours! Bhutan sounds like the perfect place for MotoDiscovery.
Nestled in the eastern Himalayas, Bhutan is about half the size of Indiana sandwiched between Tibet, and India. For the touring enthusiast, this tiny land offers the qualities we all seek when traveling by motorcycle; a diversity of stunning scenery, an inviting population, political tranquility and exotic culture found within a small geographical package. Quality riding that stimulates the senses every kilometer of the way.
Highlights
- The highlights of this event are not marked by the usual "tourist" sights found on souvenir post cards. It is the beauty of Bhutan's nature, ancient traditions, gracious peoples and the joy of sharing this extremely special experience with others that make this MotoDiscovery event so desirable.
- Your journey begins with your domestic flight Delhi to Bagdogra (included) where you will be met by the MotoDiscovery staff, and the bikes will be waiting.
- The 17th century Drukyel Dzong (Monastery fortress), is one of many such religious edifices to be encountered in your travels famous Taktsang (Tiger's Nest) Hermitage on the face of a sheer 3,000 ft. cliff will be forever etched in your mind...an incredible photo opportunity.
- You will be riding into thin air as you cross a number of high passes offering magnificent views the eastern Himalayas.
- Take the Nikka Shu road carved out of the side of a cliff overlooking the Mangde Chu River.
- There will be time to purchase colorful artisans goods, hike the mountains, and engage the gracious locals.
- The Enfield will be right at home as we take the road into the interior of Bhutan on a fantastic cliff hanging, mostly paved, single-track road with thousands of turns through the Great Himalayan mountain range.
Tour Includes
- Rental of late model Royal Enfield Bullet motorcycle, unlimited miles, insurance
- 13 nights accommodations
- All dinners and breakfasts and most lunches
- Entrances to numerous parks and cultural/historical highlights
- Riding staff
- Luggage/support vehicle with multilingual staff
- Maps, road log and tour preparation literature
- Assistance with travel and vehicle permits
- Delhi airport greet and transfer (conditions apply)
- Domestic Delhi to Bagdogra flight
- Bagdogra Airport greet and transfer
- MotoDiscovery apparel gift
Itinerary
Arrive Delhi, INDIA
Fly to Bagdogra West Bengal-Kalimpong, pick up bikes
Rumtek Monastery- Gangtok Sikkim
Darjeeling
Phuntsholing, Bhutan
Paro Valley
Thimpu
Trongsa
Bumthang
Mongar
Tashigang
Jongkar Border, India Guwahatei Assam
Fly Guwahati to Calcutta
Depart Calcutta, INDIA
Mileage (approx)
Longest day: 190
Shortest day: 70
Total miles: 1,300
Dates
April 19 - May 2, 2008
October 8-21, 2008
Price
$5,495 US per rider (double occupancy)
$4,895 US per passenger (double occupancy)
Single occupancy supplement is $695
If you desire a single room or for any reason we are unable to obtain a room mate for you, the single occupancy supplement will apply.
Non riding guests may participate at the price of passenger, traveling in the support vehicle on space available basis.
Motorcycles reserved on first come basis. Motorcycle security deposit is $2,000 per motorcycle. This is a credit card function processed only at time of damages to the motorcycle.
Deposit $400 US per person deposit.
Cancellation & Refund Policy
