Nepal Motorbike Tour with Sightseeing - 12 days

Welcome to the adventurous tour of the land of the Himalayas, Nepal. Upon your arrival at the Tribhuvan International Airport, you will be welcomed by our representatives, who will transfer you to a hotel in Thamel. After taking some rest, you can visit our office nearby to meet your guide and crew.

You can visit Kathmandu Durbar Square and Freak Street, depending on the time. At night enjoy authentic Nepali cuisine.

Overnight stay in Kathmandu.

It is an exciting day as you will see your bikes for the first time and take them for a test ride to nearby tourist attractions. The guide will explain the basics to you, and then you'll follow the crew to Nagarkot, located east of Kathmandu. The road is mostly blacktopped, but some biking trail near the hill station is partially graveled. After exploring the view tower to witness the Langtang range, take your bikes to nearby Changunarayan.

West of Nagarkot, only half an hour away, lies one of the oldest temples in Nepal, Changunarayan. The temple is a two-storied building that has been made in honor of Lord Vishnu. From there, take the dusty road to the Newari city of Bhaktapur. Visit Durbar Square's different temples, statuses, and museums before riding back to Kathmandu.

Overnight stay in Kathmandu.

Today, we officially begin the motorbike tour and experience the challenge and rush of adrenaline. You leave early in the morning with your crew, wearing all the gear and carrying your backpacks to Bandipur. Take the Prithvi Highway passing by Trishuli river on the side.

Riding past verdant hills, you will pass Benighat, and Muglin, and then from Muktinath, take a detour to Gorkha. Pass by the historic landmark of Gorkha Durbar with its magnificent palace on the hilltop. It is known to be the birthplace of the unifier of Nepal, the late King Prithvi Narayan Shah.

Continue to drive further west to Bandipur, an ancient Newari village with brick-laden houses, cobblestone streets, and picturesque vehicle-free streets.

Overnight stay in Bandipur

The bike ride to Pokhara further west is exciting as you will slowly start getting close-up views of the Himalayas like Annapurna and Machhapuchhre. The ride is fairly smooth as you will be following Prithvi Highway. Upon reaching the 'city of lakes, rest in the hotel near the Phewa Lakeside in Baidam.

In the afternoon, you can explore the city by first taking a 1-hour boating spree on Phewa Lake. Also, pay a visit to the island temple of Barahi. Enjoy the authentic Thakali meal at one of the restaurants nearby Baidam.

Overnight stay in Pokhara.

Pokhara, an amazing landscape offers the best experience to riders who want to enjoy the adventure along with natural views. After breakfast, take your bike to ride on the blacktopped road to Gupteshwor and Bat caves as well as the famous Davis falls (waterfall). From there, make a short trip to the Shanti Stupa/ World Peace Pagoda located atop a hill in Pokhara.

If time permits, you can visit the International Mountain Museum later in the afternoon if you wish to see the mountaineering history, tools, garments, and records. If your muscles are sore from riding, you can even enjoy a spa in the evening.

Overnight stay in Pokhara.

You will ride further southwest on this day as your next stop is Tansen. On the way, pass by Waling town and cross the Kali Gandaki River bridge. The road is a little tricky in some areas.

Tansen is a hill town in the Palpa district and has also been added to the UNESCO World Heritage Site Tentative List. Beautiful temples and old brick houses are preserved perfectly in the village. You can interact with the Shahs and Magar communities residing peacefully in the area.

Overnight stay in Tansen.

One of the shortest rides awaits this day as you head further south to the birthplace of Lord Buddha, Lumbini. There is a change in temperature as it starts getting hotter. The trail will take you to the main city area of Butwal, then further down to Tillotamma and then Siddarthanagar. Taking the Taulihawa road, which is fairly smooth, you will reach Lumbini.

Explore the city in the late afternoon to avoid the heat in the peak afternoon time.

Overnight stay in Lumbini.

You can take your motorbikes only to the outside of Lumbini. The entire area of Lumbini is huge, and you will have to walk there.

As you enter, you'll be welcomed by the Lumbini Garden with trees, bushes, and flowers. Make sure you visit the Maya Devi temples containing the archeological remains of Lord Gautam Buddha's birth. Visit the small tortoise pond and Ashoka pillar with ancient inscriptions. Finally, take a scenic boat ride along the canal.

Overnight stay in Lumbini.

Leaving Lumbini, head back east to Chitwan, the grassland of Nepal. The road is mostly blacktopped, but some trails are tricky and unpaved, so the ride might be bumpy. Following the crew, make your way back to Siddharthanagar, pass the Narayani river bridge, follow the river most of the way, and head to Bharatpur. Eventually, rest your bikes in the hotel in Sauraha, the eastern gateway to Chitwan National Park.

After rest, walk on the streets to explore the Tharu community. You can also ride to the Elephant Breeding Center in the late afternoon and then drive to Tharu Cultural Show. The community performs the show with ethnic dramas, cultural stick dances, and more. Enjoy duck meat, snail soup, and local drinks popular in the area.

Overnight stay in Chitwan.

Today, you will have a wild adventure, which will not involve riding on your bike but taking a Jeep to the depths of the Chitwan National Park. You will come across deer, antelopes, pangolins, peacocks, Rhinoceros, Gaur, and more. If luck is on your side, you might also witness the Royal Bengal Tiger.

In the late afternoon, take a canoe ride in the Rapti River to witness Alligators.

Overnight stay in Chitwan.

Bird watching is a popular sport in Chitwan, and you can participate in the adventure too. As this is your final day in Chitwan, you can visit the Chitwan National Park for bird watching. The park is known to hold more than 550 species of birds, including the Kashmir Flycatcher, Kalij Pheasant, and Great White-Fronted Goose, which are rare to find.

Bid farewell to the locals as you take your bikes and ride for about 5 to 6 hours to reach Kathmandu on the northeast.

Upon reaching your hotel, the bikes will be sent back to the rental and you will head to your hotel for much-needed rest. In the evening, enjoy your night in local pubs and clubs in Thamel and also enjoy some souvenir shopping.

Overnight stay in Kathmandu.

Bidding farewell to the entire crew, you will be dropped off at the Tribhuvan International airport for homeward departure. Reminisce the amazing road adventure you had with us and remember us for more trekking, biking, and other adventurous journeys with us.