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Motorcycling in Bhutan


Bhutan promises to be a paradise for bikers with it's pristine and beautiful environment boasting of breathtaking landscapes, majestic mountains and an incredible wealth of flora and fauna.

Experience the fascinating journey on two wheels through the mystical Dragon Kingdom of Bhutan. Bhutan with it's culture and tradition still intact and vibrant, a country where man and nature live together in close harmony and a kingdom filled with discoveries still to be found.

                            

        Royal Enfield "Bullet" Motorcycles
 

Royal Enfield initially started out as an English engineering company manufacturing bicycles, stationary engines and rifle parts.  Hence the adage for their motorcycles "built like a gun goes like a bullet'.

Royal Enfield manufactured it's first motorcycle in 1901 and it was essentially a 150cc bicycle with a 1.5 bhp engine mounted over the front wheel. Royal Enfield merged with Alldays & onions in 1907 and made cars called Enfield Alldays till 1925. Royal Enfield first started production of the 500cc Bullet motorcycle in 1932. Royal Enfield also made various models like the WD/C 350cc side valve, WD/C 350cc OH, WD/G 350cc OHV, WD/L 570cc SV and, the famous 125cc "flying flea" during world war II in an effort to help in the war. Royal Enfields have been made and sold in India since 1949.Royal Enfields were painted red and marketed in the U.S.A as 'Indian motorcycles' by the Brock house corporation in between 1955 - 1960.

Royal Enfield produced their last motorcycles in England during the late 1960s and closed down all British factories by 1970 due to fierce competition from the Japanese. Enfield of India bought the rights to the name 'Royal Enfield' in 1995 and continues to make and sell motorcycles under the same name till date. Royal Enfield is the only motorcycle brand to have survived through three centuries of wars, natural calamities and financial upheavals'.

 

Options Available

  • Engine either 350cc or 500cc
  • Right hand side gear shifter (four speed gearbox)
  • Left hand side gear shifter (five speed gearbox)
  • Electric starter or without electric starter
  • Single spring type seat or twin seat with back rest.
  • Saddlebags
  • Windshield
  • Latest model or older model classic type with bull handlebars.
     

The Package Price Below is Inclusive of:

  • Motorcycle Hire
  • Services of trained mechanics
  • Rental charges of service vehicle/truck
  • Comprehensive insurance on motorcycle
  • Spare parts for normal wear & tear.
  • Accommodation with private facilities
  • All Meals
  • Entrance Fees                   
  • Sightseeing
  • Airport Transfers
  • Guide and back-up vehicle
  • Complimentary cocktail party.

   
      
*IMPORTANT NOTE RE OUR PRICING POLICY.*
Our Bhutan packages costs are quoted in US dollars. On the final date of payment your Bhutan travel costs are converted into Australian dollars using the current daily rate of exchange.

 

Motorcycle Tour Departure Dates 2008:
Minimum party 6 riders hiring 6 motorcycles to qualify for these package costs.    

Motorcycle Journey, Born to Ride   26 November - 04 December 2008  9 days/ 8 nights  Departing

*Parties of less than 6 or individuals requests are subject to additional surcharges depending on availability.*
 

 


Motorcycle Tour Departure Dates 2009: [new Bhutan tariff costs effective 01 January 2009]

Minimum party 4 riders hiring 4 motorcycles to qualify for these package costs.
 

Motorcycle Journey, Bhutan Bikers    11 April - 22 April 2009      12 days/ 11 nights  book now !

Motorcycle Journey, Riding High   26 June - 04 July 2009     9 days/ 8 nights

Motorcycle Journey, Himalayan Highway  04 October - 15 October 2009  12 days/ 11 nights

Motorcycle Journey, Free Wheeling  08 November - 16 November 2009  9 days/ 8 nights

*Parties of less than 4 or individuals requests are subject to additional surcharges depending on availability.*
 

 

Conditions of Hire:
1.    Security deposit of US$500.00 (this is the passengers maximum liability) is to be paid directly before commencement of the tour in case of damages which will be refunded on completion of the tour.

2.    A personal liability form is required to be filled in before commencement of the tour in case of injury, disability or death.

3.    International drivers permit with a motorcycle endorsement. This is available from your local state motoring authority & should be prearranged at least two weeks before departure.
 

Independent Private Tours Suggested Itinerary Options.

 Options 1 : More time allocated for short treks & sightseeing.

 12 days/11nights  &   9days/8nights  

    Options 2 : More time dedicated to riding limited trek component.

12 days/11nights   &   9days/8nights

                                               

Motorcycle tours registration form 2009

Motorcycle data base registration form -
Please download, complete and return to us to join our Bhutan motorcycling tour data base where we connect motorcycle enthusiasts who wish to travel to Bhutan into small group departures.

Bhutan Visa application form

Download & print this page

 

 


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onsumer Enquiries Worldwide [exc NZ]: Contact: James Irving
or Nicola Irving

Email: jirving@mtatravel.com.au or nirving@mtatravel.com.au Web: www.bhutan.com.au.   
Mobile Travel Agents - MTA Travel.
Licensed Office TAG 903.
Suite 208 "Eastside", 232 Robina Town Centre Dr, Robina, QLD 4226 Australia. 
Tel: 1300 365 688 x 176, Fax: 1300 556 786, Mob: 0412 416111, A/hrs: (07)5525 2845.

Trade Enquiries [Australia]: Contact: Nicola Irving
Email: nicola@elementholidays.com.au

Element Holidays, Licensed Office TAG 903.
Suite 208 "Eastside" 232 Robina Town Centre Dr, Robina, QLD 4226 Australia.
Tel: 1300 365 688 ext 176, Fax: 07 5522 9734, Mob: 0413 598 669.

Trade & Consumer Enquiries [NZ]: Contact: Paul Bartlett
 Email: pbartlett@cavaliertravel.co.nz Web: www.bhutan.co.nz.
Cavalier Travel, Auckland, New Zealand. Tel: 0800 248 856, Fax: (09) 529 0892,  

MICE Enquires Worldwide [exc NZ]:Contact: Tess Tapper
Email: tess@mtatravel.com.au Tel: 1300 367 875, Fax: 1300 556 786
Licensed Office TAG 903.
Suite 208 "Eastside", 232 Robina Town Centre Dr, Robina, QLD 4226 Australia.

Last Updated 19/11/2008.