15 Days / 14 Nights | From the Valley to the Himalaya’s Edge
By Riders, For Riders. For the Love of Gravel and Altitude.
Trip Overview
A gentle yet rewarding journey that links two of Nepal’s most iconic destinations, Kathmandu and Pokhara. This ride flows through quiet gravel backroads, hilltop villages and spectacular Himalayan views. It’s designed for riders who want real adventure without racing the clock, who value good riding, cultural depth and comfortable nights.
Difficulty Rating
Fitness: Intermediate
Technical: Easy Peasy to Sweaty Palms
Style: Classic Adventure
Terrain & Conditions
This ride combines smooth gravel and rural backroads with occasional paved climbs, river crossings and farm tracks. Riders will experience Nepal’s mid-hill country at a steady rhythm, with changing terrain as the journey approaches the trans-Himalayan landscapes of Mustang. Expect warm weather in the lower hills and cooler alpine air in the north.
What’s Included
Airport transfers, domestic flight, professional guides, accommodation, meals as noted, vehicle support, luggage transfers, permits and all local logistics. Optional add-ons such as single supplements, extra nights and bike rental can be arranged.
Itinerary
Day 01 – Arrival in Kathmandu
Welcome to Nepal. Our team will meet you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel in the heart of Thamel. Depending on arrival time, we’ll have a relaxed trip briefing and bike fitting in the evening.
Accommodation: Kathmandu Guest House
Meals: Dinner
Day 02 – Kathmandu to Nuwakot
Distance: ~47 km | Elevation Gain: 1,100 m
We leave the bustle of Kathmandu behind, pedalling uphill on peaceful roads through pine forest and small farming villages to the hill station of Kakani. The climb is steady, not steep, and rewarded by sweeping views of Ganesh Himal and Langtang peaks. From there, it’s mostly downhill to the historic town of Trisuli, our base for the night beside the river.
Accommodation: Local hotel
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Day 03 – Nuwakot to Dhading Besi
Distance: ~45 km | Elevation Gain: 1,600 m
A day of rolling hills and authentic countryside riding. We climb gently to Samari Bhanjyang, a lively ridge-top village with tea houses and smiling locals, then traverse jeep tracks and quiet roads across terraced fields. Expect a mix of climbs and descents before reaching Dhading Besi, a small market town nestled in the middle hills.
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 04 – Dhading to Gorkha Bazaar
Distance: ~39 km | Elevation Gain: ~1,500 m
We start with a scenic climb on smooth tarmac, winding along a ridge lined with rice terraces and mango trees. After a long descent to the river valley, we climb again toward Gorkha, the ancient seat of Nepal’s royal family. The ride is gradual but steady, with plenty of rest points and local snack stops along the way.
Accommodation: Gorkha Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 05 – Gorkha to Sundar Bazaar
Distance: ~51 km | Elevation Gain: ~1,200 m
A mellow day following rural lanes and broad valleys. We pass quiet villages, cross small bridges, and roll along the Marsyangdi River, surrounded by green hills and distant snow peaks. The terrain is undulating and perfect for settling into a comfortable rhythm.
Accommodation: Local hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 06 – Sundar Bazaar to Begnas Lake
Distance: ~42 km | Elevation Gain: ~1,600 m
One of the most scenic days. The route weaves through peaceful farmland and climbs through forests before descending to Begnas Lake, a beautiful freshwater lake just outside Pokhara. We’ll also pass Rupa Tal, its smaller sister lake, before reaching our lakeside lodge in time for sunset.
Accommodation: Rupakot Resort
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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