After Breakfast we leave the hotel and drive to the airport, where we catch a 25 min flight to Pokhara. Pokhara is a chilled-out lakeside town at the base of the Annapurna Himalaya.

Wake up for sunrise and hopefully catch a glimpse of the mountains before we head to the airport. It’s about a 22 min flight to Jomsom, above the Pokhara valley and deep into the heart of the Himalaya, take a peek out of the window for fantastic views of Dhaulagiri and beyond. The flight is simply breathtaking as the plane’s wing tips almost touch the snowcapped peaks, fly right between the Himalayan giants and you feel your adventure has really begun as the small plane banks left and touches down in Jomsom. In Jomsom, we have breakfast and spend some time getting the bikes ready for the journey. Enjoy an easy acclimatization ride of 14 km to the beautiful Tibetan village of Kagbeni. The road is mostly flat and traces the Kaligandaki River right up to the boundary of Upper Mustang.

Riding distance 12 km

Mostly today we ride uphill to Muktinath and Leave behind the beautiful village of Kagbeni, warm up your legs and start to climb. We follow the trail on the north side of the gorge and climb up on a dusty jeep track towards Throng La Pass. We stop and explore the ancient monastery at Jhong and have some lunch basking in the sunshine and enjoying the mountain, Views. The final push after lunch is short and we should arrive in Muktinath mid-afternoon. Spend some time here exploring the Monastery and Temples.

We have to start early as the wind gets up after 11 am, making riding a bit more challenging. For an hour we ascend slowly to Lupra pass (Breathtaking view of the Dhaulagiri and Annapurna Range). After pass we ride downhill till to dirt road of Jomsom. For experienced riders there are single track options. Savor the moment as you whizz past trekkers, the Himalayan wind in your face and miles of downhill before your wheels. Once in the river Valley it’s a 6km flat stretch to Jomsom followed by undulating trails along the river to Marpha. In the wind this can be a bit tough riding but stop and enjoy the views along the way. Take lunch in Jomsom. Overnight in the beautiful and ancient town of Marpha is famous for growing apples and making apple brandy.

Today’s trail is mostly downwards to Tatopani. The trail starts out gently and flat through pine forests and small villages. Following the river, there are good views of the snowcapped peaks. We will stop at the lush waterfalls at Rukse Chaahara for lunch. After that we continue our ride and the trail drops some 1000 meters with sweeping curves and plunges, rocky sections and bumps that you will love. Tatopani, the cobble lined village famous for its rejuvenating Hot Springs. Once in Tatopani you can enjoy a bath in the Hot Springs.

Riding distance 42 km mostly descent

A ride around 23 km on an open jeep track, flat for the most part but a few up and down hills. From Beni we transferred by jeep back to Pokhara for a well-earned rest and perhaps a beer! We have the option to ride down to Pokhara from Naudhada.

Riding distance 23 km

Today we pack all the gears and drive or flight back to Kathmandu (7-8 hrs. drive) (30min flight)
It's a long drive but it will be a good opportunity to see the countryside if you guys don't fall asleep. Lunch stops on the way.

Farewell dinner at Kathmandu

Departure Day