Mustang Motorbike Tour - 11 Days

As you land at the Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu, our representative of Himalayan Eco Rides will warmly welcome you on the lap of the Himalayas for an iconic motorbike odyssey.

From here, you will be transferred to the hotel to unwind in the vibrant city of Thamel. You can stroll around it in the leisure period of the evening. Attend the welcome dinner, which we organized, and meet your guide plus fellow riders. Inquiry about the doubt topic and prepare well for the motorcycle tour.

The next day, our guide will come to receive you from the hotel for guided sightseeing in the capital city of Nepal, Kathmandu, which is a historically and naturally significant place. Centuries dating back to religious sites ( temples, monasteries, gompas ) make the city worthwhile. On the other hand, get more knowledge about Nepal’s history from your guide and locals after witnessing historical sculptures, statues, stone inscriptions, and royal palaces of the late kings.

Besides, it’s modern technologies; you get an opportunity to indulge in local culture and traditions, especially in the occasion period. Moreover, it’s a perfect time to encounter some of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Nepal, such as Pashupati Nath, Bouddha Nath, Swayambhu Nath (Monkey Temple), Durbar Squares, etc. All these moments during sightseeing create incredible memories for a lifetime, ensuring that the unique landscape of the city enriches you.

A proficient riding guide will pick you up from the hotel at 8: 00 am after a delicious breakfast and then take you to the Himalayan Eco Ride with more thrilling experiences. The adventurous journey of the high-altitude bike tour begins in Kalanki after accomplishing the essential paperwork and legalities for the drive, leaving the bustling city behind. Riders feel the path tough with its dust from Thankot Check Post since it's more descending and being reconstructed until it reaches Naubeshi.

Riders pause for a while to take a rest as a refreshment phase. From here, the journey proceeds along traditional settlements until Pokhara, the city of lakes,  following the Trishuli River’s course. With your exhausted body, check into a hotel for an overnight stay. In the evening, walk around the lakeside,  where you can enjoy local cuisine in the restaurant around Fewa Lake.

In the morning, wake up being more energized. Then,  have breakfast by enjoying the spectacular vistas of Machhapuchhre with a stunning sunrise in the east. Afterward, travel 90 kilometers on the Baglung Highway to the town of Beni, an ideal spot for a pause to have lunch.

From here, continuously move on rugged terrain on the recently constructed road to Jomsom alongside the deepest gorge, Kali Gandaki, flanked by the highest mountains, Dhaulagiri (8167M, seventh highest) to the West and "Annapurna" (8091M, 10th highest) to the right until Tatopani. Tatopani is one of the most renowned stop areas for a wonderful overnight due to its natural hot springs.

As weather is unpredictable in the Himalayan region, begin the journey early in the morning around 9: 00 am to avoid chilly wind and other obstacles on the path during the Mustang Motor Bike Tour. As you ascend to the higher points, notice changing landmarks, including vegetation and the charm of the environment.

While traversing diverse terrains, you have glimpses of some of the highest mountains, such as Dhaulagiri and Nilgiri, along with a beautiful view of the Kali Gandaki River. Before reaching Kagbeni, the gateway of Upper Mustang, and Muktinath, you pass through some quaint settlements like Ghasa, Lete, and Jomsom. It’s quite challenging walking through rugged trails but rewarding with its allure.

Wonderful overnight stay at Kagbeni, a peaceful village encompassed by gigantic and jaw-dropping mountains.

Today’s riding will be more adventurous as you end it in the ancient walled city of Lo Manthang, a historically significant settlement with hidden gems. It’s the core of Mustang that offers you amazing scenarios, including majestic mountain views and cultural heritages.

This ride goes through desert landmarks, off-the-beaten routes that wind via isolated settlements, barren cliffs, and canyon-like formations. As you ascend to the high-altitude points, the air gets thinner, making it difficult to breathe, but the views are more stunning with snow-clad mountains towering in the distance.

Energize with striking views of the surroundings and begin to explore Lo Manthang, as it’s a perfect opportunity to encounter rich cultural heritages and historical treasures of this ancient city. Ancient monasteries such as Thubchen, Jampa, and Chode Gompas with prayer flags, manuscripts, and sacred relics also show that inhabitants are especially influenced by Tibetan Buddhism. You can get the authenticity of Tibetan Buddhism here after communicating with locals.

All religious sites give you spiritual satisfaction after exploring deeply, offering a serene atmosphere for reflection and exploration. A discoverer of the Lo Manthang royal palace, the former accommodation of the Mustang Raja (Mustang royal family), has a deep history that showcases the city’s legal past and its significance as the core of the Mustang Kingdom. Moreover, you can also visit Choosan Cave and return to Lomanthang for the night.

Today’s riding will be more exciting as you back from the ancient city of Lomanthang to Kagbeni, riding through off-the-beaten trails and rugged terrains but rewarding with the heart-pumping landscapes of Upper Mustang. Descending is also as challenging as ascending, especially on slippery trails during the monsoon season. In a similar vein to previous days, you traverse some remote villages such as Ghami and Charang, following the Kali Gandaki River and barren cliffs that define the Himalayan desert, with towering mountains in the backdrop, providing an extraordinary contrast.

As you approach Kagbeni, barren landscapes change into greenery,  gradually replacing the arid land of Mustang. On the way, you can have a glimpse of the Dhaulagiri ranges. This return leg of the journey is equivalently enriching, offering a unique perspective on the jaw-dropping Mustang terrain.

Waking up in the fresh atmosphere of Kagbeni, you determine your journey to Pokhara with a descent path after having breakfast early in the morning. Today, you gradually climb down from the high elevation of Mustang to the lower altitude of Pokhara, the vibrant city. The riding takes you through demanding landmarks, from the rugged and barren terrains of the Himalayas to the serene green valleys and woodlands as you approach lower regions.

On the way, you pause at a few points and remember the exhilarating driving on the difficult paths of the Mustang region. Today, the journey concludes on the smoother roads of Pokhara, making driving more comfortable after rocky terrain. Then you check into a hotel to unwind for some time and walk around the city for refreshment.

Today is your final ride of the biking adventure that begins from Pokhara and takes 6 to 7 hours. The trail passes through picturesque river valleys, past traditional hillside towns, terraced crops, and verdant woodlands. Enjoying the journey, your ascend from Naubeshi transitions from serene countryside roads to the vibrant atmosphere of Kathmandu. As you approach the capital city, you feel more comfortable riding on a smoother road than on the trails of Mustang.

As you arrive in Kathmandu, our official will drop you off at the hotel, and you conclude your adventure, marking the end of an unforgettable Mustang Motorbike Tour—11 days. Then our team will organize a farewell dinner, where you celebrate it as the accomplishment of your dream ride.