Discover the magic of Nepal
Ancient temples, vibrant festivals, and warm, welcoming people make Nepal a unique blend of adventure, exploration, and serenity.
Nepal is a land of unparalleled natural beauty and rich cultural heritage. Ride through charming villages, cross ancient suspension bridges, and embrace the culture of the local communities along the way. Whether you're seeking the adrenaline of the high-altitude routes or the serenity of the peaceful valleys, Nepal's diverse terrain offers something for every rider.
Ready to ride the adventure of a lifetime? Nepal is waiting!
Popular flights from the United States are Singapore Airlines or Qatar Airways (short layover).
Our advice:
Try to arrive on the arrival day. Flights are occasionally disrupted and we have time built into our schedule in case of missed connections, or if your luggage doesn't arrive with you.
Your Nepal adventure begins with a smooth pickup from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM). The hotel shuttle driver will be holding a sign outside with your name. Relax as you wind through increasingly narrow roads on a scenic journey to historic Patan.
Your room will be booked for the night of November 2nd. You are responsible for booking any additional nights prior to this date.
This is your rest day for adjusting to the new time zone as you explore your surroundings. This area is very rich in history. Located only a short walk down ancient narrow roads are the Taleju Temple (a magnificent Hindu temple), the Sundari Chowk (a water tank built in 1647 for the king), the Patan museum and hundreds of small shrines that feel like discoveries. Local shops with traditional religious paintings and artwork are worth exploring as well.
Patan is located away from the busy tourist areas of Kathmandu, offering you an immediate immersive experience into Nepal. Enjoy local foods (the only place to try Newari cuisine!), hang out at our quaint hotel with an adjoining coffee bar, or play soccer with the local kids. It is also important for your safety that you are well rested.
We will likely all meet up for dinner if you are interested.
It doesn't make sense to travel halfway around the world and not see everything you can. It's not mandatory, but we have arranged for a private tour to visit the most interesting sites in Kathmandu.
We will also start discussing traffic patterns and local "rules" that will be critical to your safety once you enter traffic on your motorcycles.
The oldest Hindu temple in Nepal and devoted to the Hindu god Shiva, Pashupatinath is a World Heritage Site that's considered one of the holiest pilgrimage sites for Hindus.
Hindu cremation ceremonies also take place here, and though it might seem strange to us, death is an important part of the journey of life and it is an honor to be able to watch the ceremonies.
Built in AD 600, this stupa is one of the oldest and definitely the largest stupa in the world. We will be having lunch here and enjoying the view.
Also known as the Monkey Temple, this is an ancient complex on top of a hill and one of the most important religious sites in Kathmandu. You will quickly discover why it's nicknamed the Monkey Temple. The views from the top are also not to be missed!
It's supposed to be a short, easy flight but this is Nepal. Expect to have a delay in Kathmandu that will turn a routine commuter flight into an all-day adventure.
(Your flight has been booked for you)
Relax by Phewa Lake in the most westernized town in Nepal, and meet your guides and support crew. You'll also meet your motorcycle and have an opportunity to get it set up. A mandatory ride briefing will be held in the evening.
This will be the last day you travel without your motorcycle until we return to Pokhara.
Trial by fire is the theme for the day. All your observations of traffic are now going to be put to use. We will ride out of Pokhara through "chaotic" traffic as we work our way west, towards the winding rivers and quaint villages ahead.
Today's route is the perfect training ground to build confidence in your riding as you bond with your motorcycle. You will stay in a unique hotel overlooking the Kali Gandaki River, which we will be following north for the next few days.
As we ride towards Jomsom, the gateway to the Upper Mustang, we will cross multiple suspension bridges enroute and will traverse along many high cliff roads, shared with buses and Jeeps. This will test the resolve of even the most fearless rider. If you don't feel safe riding, you can walk the suspension bridges and one of your guides will take your bike across for you. However you must get to the other side!
Climb to the famous Vishnu temple of Muktinath, perched at 12,000' (3,700m) in the Annapurna. The thin air will keep your bike gasping as the road slowly climbs its way up the mountain. At the top, you will need to park the bike and finish the journey on foot as you climb hundreds of stone steps to the temple (also gasping for air).
After a bite to eat, we will drop back to a lower altitude where we will rest for the night and allow our bodies to adjust to lower oxygen levels.
We ride through the barren landscape to the very end of the road - any farther and we'll end up in China. Lo Manthang is an ancient Tibetan city, built in the 15th century and restricted from visitors until 1992. It has preserved its remote Tibetan culture and language. Along the way, we will pass along the world's deepest gorge (Kali Gandaki Gorge), an alpine forest, and into the high-altitude deserts that lead us into the ancient, walled, forbidden city of Lo Manthang.
This is a free day and you get to choose how to spend it. Explore the authentically-preserved medieval city by getting some Tibetan yak butter tea and spending time with the local residents and their livestock.
If you still feel like riding your bike, there will be a short expedition to Chhosur Cave. You can enjoy a day of rest or a day of exploration - it's your choice.
These sky caves are five stories tall with 40 rooms hand-carved out of the rock. Various "windows" offer an unparalleled view of the valley as you contemplate what it must have been like to live here.
Today we start our trek back towards Pokhara as we follow the trail of the mythical demons and dragons towards the natural red cliffs of Dhakmar. Ancient and functioning monasteries dot the region and you will ride along the longest Mani, or prayer wall in the Mustang region before arriving to our accommodations in Ghami.
Pokhara is a modern expat city with a huge variety of restaurants that are the perfect end to one of the best adventures money can buy. Celebrate your accomplishments, laugh over the challenges, and get a massage to finish the trip of a lifetime.
Though Pokhara is nothing like the local towns you have been immersed in, it is a place to find beautiful souvenirs to share your memories with friends and family. Freshen up in a hot, modern shower and get your mind ready to return home.
We will head to the airport in the afternoon as a group to fly back to Kathmandu. Once again, enjoy the delays and uncertainty of transportation in Nepal, but now you will be well-versed in hurry up and wait.
(Your flight has already been booked for you)
A van has been reserved to bring us to a different hotel in Kathmandu. Enjoy the new feeling of traversing traffic off the bikes.
We will be staying at a different hotel for our final night. This hotel is in the middle of the tourist district so you can get all the souvenirs you need! There are also a lot of interesting restaurants within short walking distance.
Settle into your hotel, take a hot shower and we will have one final dinner together as we say our goodbyes. We will have a special thank you that you won't forget.
Your room will be booked for the night of November 14th. You are responsible for booking any additional nights after this date.
We will make sure you have a ride to the airport a few hours before your plane departs.
We will book your flights, hotels, taxis, and entrance fees beginning November 2 and going through November 14. Please do not book anything between these dates.
Travel Tips
Most toilets will be squat toilets. To prepare for this trip, practice squatting on your heels without touching the ground.
You will be encountering temperatures that range from 40°F to 80°F. Make sure you bring layers.
Expect to eat a lot of the same food. Rice and lentils are a major staple and will be at every meal.
Keep an open mind. The Nepali people do not do things the same way you're accustomed to doing things. Embrace this new way of approaching the world and expect to learn a few things along the way!
Pronunciation: Na-mas-tay
This is the most common greeting and is accompanied by a slight bow and joining the palms of your hands together.
Pronunciation: Hah-joor
This word can be used as "excuse me" or "sorry" and is a polite way to address someone.
Pronunciation: Dan-yah-bad
Learning these basic phrases can make your interactions with locals much smoother and more enjoyable.
For any questions, please reach out to us:
Phone or WhatsApp: +1 208-614-0314
Email: [email protected]
We are available to assist with any questions you may have. Let us make your trip to Nepal a reality!
