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The Bike Advanture Itinerary
of the Mountain Tribes
Day 1: Arrival
in Kathmandu
The Biker will welcome in Kathmandu with a fresh flower Mala(Necklace).
It will take 40min drive to reach our Park Village (4*) hotel, located
in the Northern region of Kathmandu, which is close to a magnificent
lying statue of Lord Bishnu, and a very natural and quite place
as it is out of main town. The day will finish with a welcome dinner
featuring Nepalese specialties.
O/N: 4* Hotel Driving: 40min
Day 2: Sightseen
in Kathmandu
After a leisurely breakfast, it’s free time to move around. In afternoon,
After a leisurely breakfast, we will visit to Kathmandu Durbar Square.
Kathmandu durbar square situated the center of Kathmandu where you
can see the House of Living Goddess”KUMARI” Kasthamandup temple”
Said that was built from single tree in 16th century, big bell-big
drams, erotic carving in old temple, old palace etc which ends with
the Lunch in roof top restaurant of Durbar Square, After that we
will drive like 30minutes back to Hotel.
Now it’s time to collect our Enfield’s, We’ll take another couple
of hours to get to know the bikes and practice on the parking lot
in front of the Hotel. A bit of training in a quiet area is time
well-spent for our safety in light of the chaotic traffic on Nepal’s
main roads, especially in the highway. After all, driving on the
left and shifting on the right takes a bit of getting used to. And
we will ride to Lying Bishnu Temple from watch it from outside as
Non-Hindus are not allowed to go inside.
O/N: 4* Hotel Driving:1hrs
Day 3: From
Kathmandu to Gorkha Lunch at Riverside.
After breakfast, The Journey begins. During the ride, we’ll be getting
our first impressions of what to expect in the next two weeks. These
views will defiantly leave no doubt that we’ve arrived in a completely
new world. We’ll have a time to relax in the Riverside Spring Resort
on the Way for the lunch.
Our first taste of the open countryside will be on a quiet little
road that winds its way through the Himalayan foothills. The tiny
mountain town of Gorkha is virtually untouched by tourism, located
amid terraced hill slopes at an altitude of around 1,200 meters.
It’s famous for its Shah Dynasty palaces and temples dating back
to the 17th century.
O/N: Guest House Riding:5-6hrs Distance: Approx.
185km
Day 4: From
Gorkha to Pokhara
Before breakfast, we’ll be hiking the 250-meter ascent to the old
royal palace on a mountain ridge overlooking Gorkha. From there,
we’ll have a breathtaking view of the Ganesh Himal Massif with the
Yangra (7,429 m) and Manaslu (8,163 m) peaks. After our descent,
we’ll be taking things much easier for the rest of the day on the
saddles of our bikes. We’ll be passing through lush valleys to Lake
Phewa and Pokhara. There we’ll be spending the night at a simple
but centrally-located lodge on Lakeside Road.
O/N: Lodge Riding:5-6hrs Distance: Approx.
150km
Day 5: Rest
Day in Pokhara A Late Breakfast, After that:
relax at Lake Phewa, or enjoy an outing on a rented rowboat with
a spectacular view of the Annapurna Massif
take a trip to a Tibetan refugee camp and visit its Buddhist monastery
and sightseeing around Pokhara by deciding a night Before with Guide.
O/N: Lodge Distance: Approx. 10 to 150km(Depends
on Activity as you like)
Day 6: Pokhara
– Siddharta Highway – Thansen
130 km of endlessly winding, lonely mountain roads on the Siddharta
Highway, named after the historical Buddha, Siddharta Gautama. Bikers
will certainly feel a step closer to enlightenment on this road.
We’ll be reaching Thansen (1,500 m) in the afternoon. The ancient
market town is located on the former Silk Road. Time seems to have
stood still in the old town with its many merchants and artisans.
For dinner, we’ll be sampling Nepalese specialties in the historical
atmosphere of the Naglo West beer garden. We’ll be staying in the
best place in town as there are only two places to choose.
O/N: Hotel Riding:4-5hrs Distance: Approx.
130km
Day 7: Thansen
- Mahendra Highway - Royal Chitwan National Park
From Thansen, we’ll be descending through rocky gorges to the tropical
Therai plain. Things seem very Indian down there on the plain, which
does indeed extend from the slopes of the Himalayan foothills to
the coast of the Indian ocean. Even the towns seem to exude the
unmistakable flair of India – not surprising, since Butwal, one
of the two towns we will be passing through, is only 20 km from
the Indian border.
We’ll be spending the night in Sauhara, just outside the Royal Chitwan
National Park, in the stylish Royal Park Hotel, the best jungle
lodge in Sauhara. Dinner will be followed by a slide show about
Nepal’s wildlife. We’ll round the evening out with a nightcap at
the campfire, watching the sun set over the river.
O/N: Jungle Lodge Riding:5-6hrs Distance:
Approx. 180km
Day 8: Chitwan
National Park
No riding today. We’ll be getting up very early and taking an elephant
safari into the national park to see wild rhinos – and leopards,
if we’re lucky. After breakfast, we’ll take dugout canoes to visit
the residents of Crocodile Creek. Participants wanting to see tigers
can join the trekking tour into the jungle. With a bit of luck,
you may briefly see one of these lone predators from a few hundred
meters away. (It can’t hurt to have a bit of space between yourself
and the tiger when you’re on foot.)Second overnight stay in the
Royal Park Hotel, the finest safari lodge in the vicinity.
O/N: Jungle Lodge Riding: 0 hrs Distance:
Approx. 0km
Day 9: On the
Rajpath Mountain Road to Daman
We can look forward to an exciting day in the saddle today. We’ll
be taking one of Nepal’s most beautiful mountain roads, the Rajpath
highway, across Kulekhani Pass (2,600 m).
We’ll be spending the night in the very comfortable Everest Panorama
Resort just behind the pass.
O/N: Resort Riding: 4-5 hrs Distance: Approx.
140km
Day 10: Daman
- Kathmandu ring road – Nagarkote hill station
At sunrise, we’ll enjoy a fantastic view of the Himalayas, from
the Annapurna Massif west of us, to the Mt. Everest range in the
distance in the east.
From the top of Kulekhani Pass, we’ll descend into the Trisuli Valley.
From Naubise, we’ll take the Prithvi Rajmarg highway to Kathmandu
Valley and plunge into the chaotic traffic of the Kathmandu Ring
Road. We’ll be taking this highway for a short distance – extreme
caution and defensive riding is absolutely essential here – to our
turnoff for Nagarkote hill station. Nagarkote (2,100 m) will give
us an excellent view of the snowcapped Langtang Lirung Massif with
its 7,000-meter peaks. We’ll be spending the night in the Farmhouse
Resort, a beautifully situated, quiet and very comfortable lodge.
O/N: Lodge Riding: 4-5 hrs Distance: Approx.
140km
Day 11: From
Nagarkote to Borderland Adventure Resort
An early start is essential today to experience the Mt. Everest
Massif at sunrise, a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
After a hearty breakfast, we’ll be starting our descent to the Arniko
highway, heading toward the Tibetan border. But first, we’ll visit
Bhaktapur, one of the three historical royal cities of Kathmandu
Valley, with its beautiful old city and temples at Durbar Square.
We’ll be reaching our day’s destination, the Last Resort at the
Bothe Kosi River in the afternoon. Time to relax. We’ll be spending
the evening together with other adventurers in the resort’s open
club tent, and the night in safari tents set up under wooden roofs.
O/N: Resort Riding: 3-4 hrs Distance: Approx.
100km
Day 12: The
Last Resort – the adventure resort at the Bothe Kosi River
Today we’ll have the opportunity to enjoy some spectacular whitewater
river rafting. You shouldn’t miss it, this is truly an untamed river.Afterward,
there will still be time to take your Enfield around 20 km up a
dusty trail to the Tibetan border checkpoint at Kodari Bridge.
And anyone in need of a serious adrenaline rush can go for a bungee
jump into the 160-meter deep gorge at the Last Resort (approx. USD
80.00, Not included).
O/N: Resort Riding: 30min Distance: Approx.
20km
Day 13: Last
Resort – Charikote
In the morning, before breakfast, we’ll be riding around 20 km up
the track to the Tibetan checkpoint at Kodari (Friendship) Bridge.
The Arniko Highway – little more than a broad, dusty gravel road
in the ravine of the Bothe Kosi Rivers – is currently being financed
and built by the Chinese to improve connections to Nepal and India.
We’re allowed to go as far as the middle of the Friendship Bridge
at the Nepalese-Chinese border. Go a couple of steps further and
you’ll be able to truly say that you’ve set foot in Tibet – and
a boot on the bridge is always better than a finger on the map.
We’ll take the Arniko Highway back, have breakfast in the Borderland
Resort, and continue to the turnoff for Jiri Road. This wild, scenic
mountain road, which was built with Swiss development aid, twists
its way up evergreen slopes from 800 to around 2,700 meters. The
deep forest opens up time and again, giving us spectacular views
of lush valleys and soaring, snowcapped mountain peaks. Your camera
is sure to get a workout here.
In the late afternoon, we’ll reach our day’s destination, the small
mountain town of Charikote (2,000 m), and stop at the cozy, traditionally
styled Charikote Panorama Resort for the night.
O/N: Resort Riding: 3-4 hrs Distance: Approx.
100km
Day 14: Charikote
– Kathmandu
After around 100 km on a winding road, we’ll reach Kathmandu in
the afternoon.
Time permitting, we’ll visit the Pashupatinath Hindu temple and
the Stupa of Bodnath, the largest and best-known Buddhist temple
in Nepal. From here, it’s just a couple of kilometers to our very
comfortable, quiet and central Nirvana Garden hotel, where we’ll
be spending the last two nights.
O/N: Hotel Riding: 3-4 hrs Distance: Approx.
120km
Day 15: Kathmandu
– Pattan
We’ll start the day with a visit to Kathmandu’s old city bazaar,
taking in a fascinating mix of Asian markets, quaint temples and
narrow alleyways. We can also visit Kathmandu’s sister city of Lalitpur
(also known as Patan), which is famous for its temple district and
a very impressive museum.
A trip to Swayambhunath, the renowned Monkey Temple on a hill overlooking
the capital, is also very worthwhile. That evening we’ll be getting
together for our farewell dinner – one last opportunity to savor
the true flavors of Nepal before returning home.
O/N: Hotel Riding: 4-5 hrs Distance: Approx.
100km(approx. 100 km)
Day 16: In
Kathmandu – Mount Everest sightseeing flight, Monkey Temple and
shopping
Early in the morning – before breakfast – we’ll have the opportunity
to take a one-hour sightseeing Mountain flight taking in Mount Everest
and the vast panoramas of the Himalayas and the Tibetan plateau
(approx. US$170.00, payable on the day).
Afterwards there will still be plenty of time in Kathmandu for shopping
and sightseeing before our final departure.
O/N: XX Riding: 0 hrs Distance: Approx. 0km
The itinerary may be subject to change incase of the natural calamities and Political reasons
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Nepal
is occupied with fertile green hills, vast snowcapped mountain ranges,
rivers with raging whitewater, deep jungle and rainforests, spectacular
mountain roads, ancient cities with bazaars and palaces, remote villages,
and a unique biosphere. We’ve taken the scenic and cultural highlights
of this dream destination and put them together for you in a unique
tour program on two wheels.
Important information
Equipment: Please bring your own protective clothing and helmet. Also be sure to bring your wet-weather gear to remain dry in rain.
Other helpful items:
A flashlight – ideally a headband-mounted one. A Leatherman tool or
Swiss army knife can be useful. Sunglasses are absolutely essential.
A personal drinking bottle is also very convenient.
The Enfields are equipped with sturdy leather saddlebags. We nevertheless
recommend a waterproof daypack for your most essential items, or a
tail bag with mounting straps that will let you easily remove everything
from the bike and take it with you anytime.
You should keep drugs (diarrhea and cold medication, vitamins, etc.)
and other personal items (sun blocker, insect repellant) within convenient
reach.
Currency: You are not allowed to bring
Nepalese currency into the country or take it out. You may bring unlimited
amounts of foreign currency into the country. We recommend euro banknotes
in €50.00 and €100.00 denominations. Our guide will assist you in
changing money. US dollars are not required. American Express Traveler’s
Cheques (€100.00 or US dollar denominations) are accepted in Kathmandu
and Pokhara, but are not essential. Credit cards (Maestro, Visa and
MasterCard) can be used in Kathmandu, but not in the rest of the country.
Cash advances are very easy to obtain at the new ATMs in Kathmandu
and Pokhara, provided you know your card’s PIN.
You will need the equivalent of around €200.00 to €300.00 for drinks,
lunch and tips for the duration of your stay.
Documents: Please be sure to carry photocopies
of all of your important travel documents such as your passport, driving
license and flight ticket for emergencies and don’t forgot to leave
one copy of those documents in our office..
Arrival: A tourist visa is required for
Nepal. Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond
the period of your stay.
The visa can be obtained in advance at any Nepalese embassy or consulate,
or at the airport on arrival ( 25 days Multi-visa currently costs
USD 40.00; two passport-size photos are required).
We will send you a visa application and further information together
with your booking confirmation.
Import regulations: Up to 20 films, 200
cigarettes and 1 liter of alcohol may be imported duty-free. All international
film and battery types are available in Nepal. Customs checks of arriving
tourists have become considerably less strict in recent years.
Food: Western food is not generally available,
so we’ll be eating simple vegetarian meals and regional specialties
throughout the tour. Breakfast and dinner are included in the price
of the tour and will be served to the group. Hearty breakfasts will
not always be available.
We can, however, promise you a wide range of cuisine, with a special
emphasis on local specialties. In general, less meat is served in
Nepal – chicken being the most common non-vegetarian food –, but therefore
plenty of vegetables, legumes and rice. Nepalese cuisine is generally
well-spiced and not overly hot.
Mineral water or purified water can be served during the trip.
Riding skills: You should be confident
in handling a motorcycle on paved roads. Unpaved sections or rough
gravelly trails should not be a problem for you. Roughly 90% of the
roads we will be taking are paved.
Driving license: All riders must have
a valid motorcycle driving license issued in their home country. An
international driving license is also required. Be sure to contact
the relevant authorities in your home country well in advance for
more information on obtaining an international driving license.
Baggage: Your baggage will be transported
in the support vehicle. Don’t pack too much – remember: less is more.
From time to time, we’ll have to carry our own baggage over short
distances to the hotel.
Health: Tropical diseases do not occur
in the Himalayas. A bit of prevention will ensure that plague, hepatitis
and amoebic dysentery are not an issue. Malaria is only relevant in
Terrai. Except for Kathmandu and the Terrai, the air and water in
Nepal is clean, and our food and its preparation is completely hygienic.
You should always use purified water – or better yet, mineral water
– for drinking and brushing your teeth. The most frequent health disorders
on our past tours were hangovers after long evenings around the campfire
and mild cases of diarrhea that usually last a day or two and disappear
without complications.
Altitude sickness is hardly a problem on our tours in Nepal, as we
rarely stay at altitudes greater than 2,000 meters for extended periods.
Our tour dispensary is a small treasure chest for emergencies. We’re
prepared to deal with almost any problem. In cases where we cannot
provide adequate help on the spot, we will organize the appropriate
measures quickly, conscientiously and in a professional manner. We
do expect participants to be in good health and physically fit, however.
Vaccinations are currently not required for northern India and Nepal,
but most physicians recommend immunization against hepatitis A and
B. This is now available as a combined vaccine that is generally advisable
for serious travelers.
Immunization against tetanus and polio is essential in any case. In
addition to any personal prescription medicines you may need, we recommend
carrying medication against diarrhea, insect bites, fever and colds.
With regard to malaria, please contact your physician or an institute
for tropical diseases to discuss whether prophylaxis or the subsequent
treatment of an actual infection would be more appropriate for you.
That also applies to the vaccinations recommended above.
It is important to clarify all medical matters well in advance so
that you do not have to receive multiple immunizations at the same
time.
Deposit: Motorcyclists must make a deposit
of €500.00 in traveler’s cheques or cash for their bikes.
The deposit will be returned when the bike is returned in good condition.
The deposit also corresponds to the comprehensive insurance deductible
for damage to the rented bike and damage or injuries to third parties.
Clothing: Whatever you need for riding
and leisure at temperatures between 5° and 35°C, including swimwear.
You should also be prepared for cold nights at higher elevations in
the Himalayas, with temperatures that may drop below freezing. Rugged
clothing is advisable. Formal evening attire will definitely not be
required.
Cell phones: Your GSM phones may work
in Nepal, if there is roaming facilities exchange between you cell
phone company and Nepal Telecom or Spice Nepal.
Total distance: Approx. 1,250 to 1,500
km (depending on your activities on the days off)
Group strength: The minimum number of
participants is 6, the maximum is 10 riders plus a tour guide. A maximum
of 5 persons can ride in the support jeep or van.
Hotels: Our hotels have been selected
with care and vary from basic to upper midrange standards. Some are
especially comfortable or well-situated, others have excellent cuisine
or atmosphere, but they all have in common that they warmly welcome
motorcyclists. All rooms have en-suite bathrooms (except for the Last
Resort).
Single rooms: Many of the locations we
cover do not have a highly developed tourist infrastructure, so requests
for single rooms can only be accommodated where the local hotel situation
permits. We cannot guarantee the availability of single rooms at all
times.
We’re confident that our tour guide will be able find a mutually acceptable
solution wherever necessary, however.
Climate: Expect sunny weather with daytime
highs of 15° to 30°C, with night-time temperatures ranging from below
freezing to 20°C, depending on the altitude and weather conditions.
Chances of rain in February, March, October and November are around
5%, with good to excellent visibility. There are no guarantees against
freak weather conditions, of course.
UV radiation is extremely high due to the clear air. Be sure to take
plenty of sunscreen.
Motorcycles: Royal Enfield Bullet 500
The Royal Enfield Bullet 500 stands out from the current crop of retro
styled bikes like the Kawasaki W 650 in one important respect – the
fact that its 1950s design is genuine. The Bullet is manufactured
in India and features a torquey long-stroke single-cylinder 500cc
engine that delivers 24 bhp at 4,600 rpm. The bike, which weighs in
at 168 kg, has a four-speed gearbox and a top speed of just over 120
kph.
New: All bikes now feature a dual-piston front disk brake.
The original front drum brakes and their marginal performance are
now history. The drum brake has been retained in the rear, where it’s
perfectly adequate
Technical specifications: Single-cylinder
four-stroke, 499cc, 16 kW (24 bhp) at 4,600 rpm, 168 kg, seat height
75 cm, 123 kph
Our Enfields were manufactured between 2004 to 2008 and are well-maintained
and all electric Start. Naturally, some of them bear the minor battle
scars typical of rental motorcycles. Technically, they are all in
top shape and perfectly suited to the planned tours.
They’re tremendous fun to ride, and their handling is safe and predictable
after a brief familiarization period. Our average speeds on the tour
range from 40 to 60 kph, depending on the road conditions and traffic.
Road conditions: We will mainly be taking
quiet country roads and narrow, often dizzying mountain passes. Over
90% of the roads are paved, and are mostly in surprisingly good condition.
We will occasionally encounter badly deteriorated paved roads, potholed
gravel roads and unpaved mountain tracks.
You should, however, always be alert to occasional potholes, rough
surfaces, and loose gravel in curves, even on well-paved roads.
The flexible, considerate driving style of the locals makes it easy
to adjust to driving on the left and coping with the seemingly chaotic
traffic conditions. The behavior of pedestrians and cyclists, and
the frequent presence of animals on the road call for considerably
more attention, however. Extreme caution is required around children.
Day schedule: A travel day normally begins
at 8:00 am with breakfast. This is followed by a short briefing by
the guide at around 9:00 am, and the day’s riding, the mileage of
which can vary considerably. Plenty of time will be available for
lunch and coffee breaks, of course. A times, it can be a good idea
to get up very early to enjoy the view of the surrounding snow-capped
mountains in the clear morning air. The humidity tends to rise over
the course of the day, with haze reducing the visibility.
Daily distances: Between 30 and 180 km
Insurance: We have already mentioned
our recommendations regarding useful insurance policies at the appropriate
places in the tour description. However, travel health insurance and
travel accident insurance is mandatory for taking part in this tour.
You must carry appropriate proof of insurance during the tour.
We also recommend taking out baggage insurance for the duration of
the trip. Please contact your insurance agent to take out the necessary
policies.
Time: Nepalese time is 5¾ hours ahead
of GMT.
