Off-road motorcycle tours in Nepal offer you the opportunity to ride through the hills of Nepal. During the trip, experience the feeling of freedom and being close to nature, while heading to that destination. On the off-road motorcycle tours in Nepal, you come across some of the most beautiful places that are of religious and cultural significance and numerous natural attractions.
Muktinath is the main attraction for off-road motorcycle tours in Nepal. It is an important religious site for both Hindus and Buddhists. This motorcycle tour takes you to the Annapurna and Mustang region. It will be quite adventurous for you to take an off-road motorcycle ride to this place. Just before Muktinath, you will come across Jomsom, which is the capital of Mustang. All of these features work together to provide you with a motorcycle riding experience that is quite enjoyable.
About Muktinath:
Muktinath is a Vishnu temple, sacred to both Hindus and Buddhists. It is located in Muktinath Valley at the foot of the Thorong La mountain pass in Mustang, Nepal. It is one of the world’s highest temples (altitude 3,800 m). Within Hinduism, it is known as Mukti Kshetra, which literally means the ‘place of liberation’ (moksh) and is one of the Char Dham in Nepal.
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Buddhists call it Chumig Gyatsa, which in Tibetan means “Hundred Waters”. For Tibetan Buddhists, Muktinath is an important place of dakinis, goddesses known as Sky Dancers, and one of the 24 Tantric places. They understand the murti to be a manifestation of Avalokiteśvara, who embodies the compassion of all Buddhas. The site is close to the village of Ranipauwa, which is sometimes mistakenly called Muktinath.
Outline Itinerary:
Day 01: Arrive at Kathmandu (1,370 m)
Day 02: Ride from Kathmandu to Pokhara (1,310 m) (approx. 147 km)
Day 03: Ride from Pokhara to Tatopani (1,190 m) (approx. 105 km)
Day 04: Ride from Tatopani to Muktinath (3,750 m) (approx. 71 km)
Day 05: Ride from Muktinath to Kalopani (approx. 52 km)
Day 06: Ride from Kalopani to Pokhara (approx. 105 km)
Day 07: Ride from Pokhara to Kathmandu (approx. 210 km)
Day 08: Final Departure.
Upon arrival, you will meet our representative & transfer to the hotel. At around 3:00 pm, you will meet the Road Captain, who will introduce you to the Royal Enfield Motorcycles. Then, you’ll be briefed about Off-road motorcycle tours in Nepal and riding safely in Nepal. After the briefing ride around the city to get familiar with the motorcycles. At around 6:00 pm, you’ll be taken to Bhojan Griha, a typical Nepali Restaurant. It is in a historical building, which was built around 100 years ago. At the eatery, you’ll have the option to either sit at the tables or to go for Nepali style floor sitting, and have your meal. Folk dance program is arranged. After the dinner, you’ll be driven to the hotel.
After breakfast, start our Off-road motorcycle tours in Nepal. You will dodge the traffic out of the valley, just past Thankot. From here, the road twists and turns as you descend to Naubise. Then, the road becomes much wider. You will continue the ride till Mugling, the junction where the highway bifurcates Chitwan and Pokhara. Head west crossing the bridge, and follow the Marshyangdi River riding 2 hours to reach the wonderful city of Pokhara. Pokhara is an ideal vacationer’s paradise. Upon arrival at Pokhara, you will check in to the hotel, and after resting for a while, you will proceed for a sightseeing tour.
On this day you will leave Pokhara and ride towards Beni (70 km). This section of the ride provides fantastic vistas of amazing mountains, picturesque terraced farmlands, and an opportunity to walk on one of Nepal’s famous suspension bridges. From here it is really off-road motorcycle tours, the road is unpaved and dusty with potholes in several places. Unpaved, graveled rough road poses a real challenge for riders, and more difficult are the occasional river crossings. Off-road motorcycle tours in Nepal arrival at Tatopani, Tato’ means ‘hot’ and ‘Pani’ means ‘water’. you will check in to the Lodge. The rest of the day is free for you to relax or explore around the village. You could also take a relaxing dip in the hot water springs.
After an early breakfast, Off-road motorcycle tours in Nepal will set out on the trail by following the Kali Gandaki River and passing through villages such as Dana, Ghasa, Tukuche and Kalopani. En route, you will get to enjoy fantastic views of the Mt. Dhaulagiri (8167 m), Tukuche (6920 m), and Nilgiri (7061 m). As you pass from green forests to dry arid desert. You will need to acclimatize gradually with the surrounding. Continue the ride towards Jomsom through the dusty graveled off-road with the scenic views of the rugged landscape, beautiful cascading waterfalls, orange and apple orchards, scattered roadside villages and ancient Buddhist monasteries will make it ‘One Hell of a Ride’. Off-road motorcycle tours reach Muktinath, which roughly translates to ‘Place of Salvation’. Check in to the guest house and visit to Muktinath Temple. A sacred place both for Hindus and Buddhists. It is located at the foot of Thorong-La (5416 m) which is one of the highest altitude mountain passes in the country.
After leisurely breakfast, Off-road motorcycle tours in Nepal ride down to Kagbeni, the gateway to Upper Mustang. It a fascinating medieval village with closely packed mud brick houses, dark alleys and imposing chortens and a monastery. Continue your ride to Jomsom, almost 11 km and around one and a half hours of slow ride to Kalopani. On the route, we will stop at Marpha Village for lunch. It is famous for its apple orchards and apple products. This large Thakali village exhibits the typical Thak Khola architecture of flat roofs and narrow paved alleys and passageways. Leisurely, Off-road motorcycle ride to Muktinath arrive at Kalopani, check in to a hotel. The rest of the day is free to relax or explore around the village.
After the breakfast at the hotel we will start our journey from breathtaking views of Mountains and Himalayas to Beni via Tatopani resting on Pokhara. After the check in at the hotel you are free to relax.
This day is last day ride of Off-road motorcycle tours in Nepal. From Pokhara in a few hours, you will arrive at Mugling, continue riding on the same highway back to Kathmandu. Check in to the hotel, and free to relax and explore around the city. To share your experiences of Off-road motorcycle tours in Nepal and comment on our service. In the evening, at around 6:30 pm, you will join the farewell dinner at a lovely restaurant, where you’ll get to experience relaxing atmosphere, peace of mind and enjoy the diverse and delicious cuisine. You meal will consist of extensive choices on side and main dishes, and as well as non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages.
On this day, you will finish all your final hour shopping and packing. You will, then, be transferred to the airport for final departure.
