10 Days- Himalaya Downhill Mountain Biking & Homestay

Arrived in Kathmandu

You could be already in Kathmandu or you may be arriving on this very day, anyway, we welcome you to Nepal! On this first day we transfer you to your hotel and brief you about the trek if the time permits. You will not do much except observing the ambiance around you and get acquainted with the country.

Overnight at boutique hotel in Kathmandu.

Pre-trip meeting and Biking in Kathmandu Valley

At around 8:00 am, we host a pre-trip meeting at your hotel in Kathmandu and introduce your leader/guide. After the pre-trip meeting, your biking trip will start at around 8:45 am. You will have a support vehicle and a professional Biking guide at your disposal. We will then assemble our bikes and head toward the northern side of the valley for our adventurous bike ride. We ride through the lush green valley via Balaju – Mudkhu – Chaurgoan – Jhor – Tokha – Budhanilkhanta (47kms) that will take around 4 to 5 hrs.
This is the best single track in the northern side of the valley. The Zigzag way through the rice paddies and semi-rural local villages and you can test your skill on some fine sections of single track. The ride combines sharp, steep climbs, sweet downhills. There are many variations on this route so you can choose and take assistance from your guide depending on your fitness and skill. Lunch can be done on the way at various restaurants available.

Hotel included buffet style breakfast.

Overnight at boutique hotel in Kathmandu.

Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara - approx 7 hours

Our staff will pick you up at the hotel at 6:30 am and escort you to the bus station. The bus to Pokhara leaves at around 7:30 am, and the drive is 6 hours including lunch on the way. A beautiful valley set on the banks of the Phewa Lake, Pokhara is also known for its panoramic views of Annapurna, Machapuchare (shape of fish tail) in the north, Dhaulagiri in the west, Lamjung Himal and Manaslu in the east. It is smaller and much less hectic than Kathmandu, hence providing the perfect place to relax in the evening.

Hotel included buffet style breakfast.

Overnight at boutique hotel in Pokhara.

Fly to Jomsom (2700m) assemble the bikes then ride to Muktinath (3800m) via Kagbeni (2900m)

There are numerous flights that service the Jomsom airstrip early each day before the Kali Gandaki wind picks up by mid-morning. To get used to the altitude and the weather condition, we assemble the bikes as soon as we land in Jomsom and ride the relatively flat river trail to Kagbeni, the border-town of the recently forbidden Kingdom, Mustang.

This is the highest point of this trip. The landscape is extremely dry and desert-like. You may come across a handful of trekkers and pilgrims, mainly from India, on their way to the holy temple with the eternal flame in Muktinath that burns from a natural gas source. Reaching the culturally and religiously site with stunning mountain views is quite an achievement.

Hotel included buffet style breakfast.

Traditional Dhal Bhat will be prepared by your host family. Choice of Vegetarian and non-vegetarian.

Overnight at homestay in a local villager's house.

Ride from Muktinath to Marpha (2670m)

With thrilling views of the Dhaulagiri and several other 8,000m peaks on our sight we begin our descent. On the way, we pass yak herds and experience the centuries-old lifestyle of the local people. We ride through Lupra where black magic and human sacrifices (on dead bodies) are a part of the community rituals. We call it a day in Marpha – a picturesque community known for its apple orchards. The flagstone-lined village of Marpha is popular for apple farming. Don’t forget to try some local apple wine and brandy.

Your host family will make you a simple and healthy breakfast before the biking journey starts.

Lunch pack will be prepared by the villager. Choice of Vegetarian and non-vegetarian.

Traditional Dhal Bhat will be prepared by your host family. Choice of Vegetarian and non-vegetarian.

Overnight at homestay in a local villager's house.

Ride form Marpha to Tatopani (1190m)

With a fantastic downhill ahead of us, we begin our descent towards Tato Pani (hot water), which in the local language means hot water. At the end of the ride, you can pamper yourself in the natural hot spring, which is located besides the Kali Gandaki River, hence giving you the time and space to loosen up your muscles and chill to the natural sound of the wilderness.

Your host family will make you a simple and healthy breakfast before the biking journey starts.

Lunch pack will be prepared by the villager. Choice of Vegetarian and non-vegetarian.

Traditional Dhal Bhat will be prepared by your host family. Choice of Vegetarian and non-vegetarian.

Overnight at homestay in a local villager's house.

Ride from Tatopani to Beni and drive from Beni to Pokhara - approx 5 hours

We carry on descending further down towards Beni following the Kali Gandaki River. We take a drive from Beni to Pokhara in a tourist vehicle which takes around 5 hours. We can enjoy and explore the beautiful view of Pokhara and its surrounding lakes while on drive.

Your host family will make you a simple and healthy breakfast before the biking journey starts.

Lunch pack will be prepared by the villager. Choice of Vegetarian and non-vegetarian.

Overnight at boutique hotel in Pokhara.

Free Day at Pokhara

Today you have a free day at Pokhara city for resting your tired legs.You can simply stay by the lake enjoying the views or go for a brief sightseeing adventure.

Hotel included buffet style breakfast.

Overnight at boutique hotel in Pokhara.

Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu (1345m) - approx 7 hours

We return back to Kathmandu on a tourist bus on a 6-hour drive. A pleasant stroll and a last-minute shopping spree in Thamel and Basantapur in Kathmandu. We host a farewell dinner in a typical Nepali-style restaurant with cultural performances (dancing and singing with costumes) tonight to celebrate our hard work and achievement in the biking trip.

Hotel included buffet style breakfast.

Farewell dinner in a typical Nepali-style restaurant with cultural performances

Overnight at boutique hotel in Kathmandu.