Upper Mustang Motorcycle Tour | Adventure Ride in nomadic Lo Manthang along the Himalayas Nepal

Trip Introduction

Difficulty

Easy

Destination

Nepal

Maximum Altitude

4,660 m

Trip Duration

12 Days

Overview

Upper Mustang on Motorcycle Nepal's highest motorable road is an adventure of the Himalaya Moto ride to Tiji Festival Upper Mustang Motorcycle tour. Upper Mustang is an unexplored habitat of the Himalayan Motorbike tour. Nepal Himalayan Motorcycle adventure is something very few have dared to undertake. This ride takes us to the last Tibetan remaining forbidden kingdom of Nepal. Untouched by the outside world, it lies between giants peaks of above 8000 m.

Upper Mustang Motorcycle Tour will push your riding skills and exceed your endurance. You will also enjoy your tea with nomadic yak herders. This dream Ride adventure lets you enjoy in the deepest George of the World “Kaligandaki.” Riding to the edge of Nepal and Tibet will give one with the mystic experience. You will see chortens, monasteries, people inhabitation in caves. Also, Upper Mustang Motorcycle tour during Tiji Festival at Lo-Manthang is another life experience. You can explore it during May in Upper mustang.

We start this ride form Kathmandu with a visit to the city of Lake Pokhara. After this, we will start our real experience of off-road riding in Nepal. We will ride to Nepal's highest motorable road of Nepal and Tibet border. Later we will also visit Muktinath temple before returning back to Kathmandu.

Highlights of Upper Mustang lo-Manthang Motorcycle Tour

Highest motorable road of Nepal
Panorama View of the highest mountain-Dhaulagiri and Annapurna, Tukuche, Manaslu, Thorang
Muktinath Temple has high value for Buddhists and Hindus
Traditional Palaces, Monasteries, and caves formed in high cliffs
Ghar Gumba- oldest active monasteries from 8th century
Hills with vibrant shades pink, brown, grey, and glaciers
Ride through the desert landscape with spikes and cliffs as well as dense green hills and woods
Ride through Holy Kaligandaki river valley
World Deepest George “kali Gandaki George

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Detailed Itinerary

Day 01: Arrive Kathmandu

Upon arrival meet and assist by Himalayan Motorbike Tours representatives. Transfer to the hotel. We will provide a short briefing about the Upper Mustang Motorcycle Tour.

Day 02: Ride Kathmandu to Pokhara (210 Km)

After breakfast, we negotiate the traffic out of Kathmandu city and ride out of the valley. While on the ride we will also catch the glimpse of the Annapurna Mountain range if the weather is clear.

Day 03: Ride Pokhara to Kalopani (130 Km)

Today we will enter the valley of Mustang and get the first experiencing off-road track to Kalopani. Unpaved, graveled rough roads and posses a real challenge for riders but will be easy for your level of riding experience.

Day 04: Ride Kalopani to Muktinath (46 Km)

After breakfast, we ride towards Jomsom where we have our permit checked. One can also enjoy the excellent views of Mt. Nilgiri and the Kali Gandaki River along with Jomsom airport.

Day 05: Ride Muktinath to Ghami via Jhong (74 Km)

After breakfast, we will start the bike for another adventurous ride. Today we will take a ride through a new road to Chhuksang via Jhong.

Day 06: Ride Ghami to Lo Manthang (26 Km)

After breakfast ride to Lo Manthang via. Tsarang. The population includes ethnic Lhobas. The (Attend the First day observe of Tiji Festival in Lo-Manthang).

Day 07: Excursion day in Lo-Manthang. Second day of Tiji Festival Lo-Manthang with Mask Dance

On the second day of the festival, you enjoy the dances of the Tibetan Lamas. The purpose of this dance is to chase away the hunger and evil spirits in the region. A combination of costumes, masks, 12-foot horns, butter cakes, yaks, pigeons, dogs, and several other native aspects makes this festival a treat to watch. Overnight at lodge in Lo-Manthang.

Day 08: Observe final day of Tiji Festival and ride 5/6 hours to visit following places.

After breakfast ride to Karola Border (Nepal – Tibet Border) approx. 21 Km. Later return to on the same trail and visit Chosar Ghumba & Shinja Cave. Choser Ghumba. Afternoon ride back to Kagbeni (2,840 m) (approx. 84 Km).

Day 09: Ride to Tatopani via Marpha Village (75 km)

Today we will ride all the way to the hot spring destination to relax our body after a hard ride. We will have a small celebration with the crew.

Day 10: Ride to Pokhara (105 Km)

After breakfast retrace the route till Pokhara.

Day 11: Ride Pokhara to Kathmandu

Today we will ride along the edge of Gandaki, and Trishuli River.

Day 12: Departure

Upper Mustang Motorcycle Tour Journey ends.

What's Included

Arrival and Departure Airport transfer in a private car, accompanied by an English-speaking representative.
04 nights accommodation on twin/triple sharing basis at 3* hotel OR Similar in Kathmandu, Pokhara on the bed and breakfast basis. Inclusive of all the government taxes. (Currently 24.3 %).
Motorbike rental: 500 CC Classic Royal Enfield Motorcycles.
Normal maintenance charge and spare parts of bikes and Fuel as engine oil top-up(Whichever applicable) for the entire trip.
Services of an experienced Mechanic including the cost for their meals, accommodations, daily allowances, and insurance.
Back-up support of 01 vehicles throughout the trip inclusive of fuel and 01 driver; his daily allowance/accommodation and all meals.
Guesthouse throughout the ride on twin/triple sharing room on full board (breakfast, lunch, and Dinner) basis and inclusive of all applicable govt. taxes.
Insurance of all Nepalese Staff.
TIMS permit, ACAP permit, Restricted Areas Permit - $500+ per person value.
Comprehensive Medical Kit.
All toll taxes for the bikes and the backup vehicle and also the government taxes.

What's Not Included

Nepal entry visa fee.
International & Domestic air tickets.
Meals, as not indicated in Cost, include SECTION (Approx 10-18 US$ per meal).
Emergency and Evacuation costs travel / medical insurance / Personal insurance of the riders, accidents, loss of
life, loss of goods including riding a motorbike, etc.
Personal nature such as bar bills, alcoholic beverages, bottled drinks, extra mileage.
Any extra cost in the event of landslides, strikes, breakdowns, and activities beyond the control.
Personal biking clothing including Helmets.
Coverage of any damage incurred to bikes due to accident (motorcycle insurance available for $400/ per bike).
All other expenses which are not mentioned in Cost Includes Section.* Tips for Mechanic and driver (Tipping is expected).

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Adventure Ride of Nomadic Lo-Manthang in Upper Mustang Motorcycle Tour along the Himalayas

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