The magic loop
On this motorcycle trip you will discover architecture, winding mountain roads, jungles, plains with views of the Anapurna, animal national parks and a host of sports activities. Nepal is full of fine Newari architecture that blends with Hindu temples and traditional Buddhist stupas in astonishing harmony. You will be amazed at the imposing views of the immense Himalayan chain that we will see on our motorcycles. Few countries in Asia offer as much nature to the motorcycle traveler as this magical country located between India and Tibet.
Its people, very influenced by the Buddhist tradition, are of an astonishing serenity. Our tour is carried out almost entirely on asphalt roads and in general with little traffic outside the urban areas.
Tour of approximately 1000 km in Royal Enfield motorcyles.
Day 1 Arrival of the different flights to Kathmandu. Afternoon meeting with the group at the hotel and introductory briefing about Nepal, driving rules and introduction to the country and the travel program. Dinner and hotel in Kathmandu.
Day 2 Kathmandu - Bandipur. 5 hours. Departure from Kathmandu, with the team that will help us all along our tour. First contact with the motorcycles. We practice for a while to get used to them. Then departure to Bandipur. The route is surrounded by mountains, and the 110kms road is easy to reach this quiet village with typical Newari wooden architecture of the region. The views of Annapurna from our hotel are breathtaking. Hotel at Bandipur.
Day 3 Bandipur - Dhampus. 5 hours. Departure to Dhampus village perched at the top of the valley in the foothills of the Himalayas and from where the treks to Anapurna start. Short stop to eat and visit Begnas Lake 30 km from Pokhara. The views of Annapurna coming to Pokhara are breathtaking on clear days. We circle Pokhara, leaving it behind to continue north. The road we're on is the one that leads, after two days of travel, to Johnson, Anapurna Base Camp. In Dhampus we will enjoy rural life in the mountain areas of Nepal like nowhere else. Night in Dhampus.
Day 4 Dhampus - Hanging bridges - Pokhara. 6 hours. After breakfast we go to the highest and longest suspension bridges in Nepal that, if you dare, you can cross on your motorcycle! After lunch and this unique experience, we return to Pokhara. On a secondary road we find ourselves at the top of the Sarangkot Mountain. Rest on the edge of the hill admiring the acrobatic flights of dozens of paraglidings that fly over Pokhara Lake. Spectacular view from the top of Pokhara Lake with the snowy peaks of Anapurna and Mount Fish Tail in the background. We arrived at our favorite restaurant overlooking the lake for a beer before dinner. Night in Pokhara.
Day 5 Free day in Pokhara. You can choose to go paragliding from Sarangkot, relax by the lake, do some hiking nearby, or simply get lost in the streets of the city. Another great option that we propose is a helicopter tour to the Anapurna base camp. Night in Pokhara.
Day 6 Pokhara - Tansen. 5 hours. Departure for one of the most impressive roads of our trip. Little traffic and views behind us of the Annapurnas. Tansen is a rarely visited destination and the city has very interesting Newari architecture. From our hotel we will see from another angle the snow-capped peaks of the Himalayan Mountains. Night in Tansen.
Day 7 Tansen - Chitwan Park Nature Reserve. 7 hours. We return to the main road to ride onto a secondary road that leads to Chitwan National Park. Today we will have landscape with rivers encased in gorges and mountainous landscape until we reach the main road towards Chitwan. After leaving our suitcases at the hotel we will relax at the entrance of the park sitting on a terrace in front of the river. Elephants bathe in front of us. Night at Chitwan.
Day 8 Free day in Chitwan, a day to discover this incredible natural park. One of the few in the world where you can opt for a ride in jeeps, on elephants or, if you dare, do it on foot with a guide! Rhinos, tigers, bears, crocodiles and wild elephants are some of the main animals that can be seen within the park. Night in Chitwan.
Day 9 Chitwan - Daman. 4 hours. After seeing the morning elephant bath in the river near our hotel, we left the Chitwan plain behind. Today we will make the highest road of the trip along an unbeatable route both in layout and in its views. We reached Daman at an altitude of 2700m. Food and refreshments in the Tower Restaurant from where there is a unique 360* panorama of the entire Himalayan chain. From Anapurna to Everest all are there in front of our eyes almost touching them from our terrace. Check-in in the afternoon at our hotel located in the middle of a forest. Night in Daman.
Day 10 Daman - Bhaktapur. 6 hours. Crossing the mountain on its north side, we reached the main road of our first journey. Approaching Kathmandu the traffic is chaotic and we make our last stop for lunch in the magical city of Patan, already in the Kathmandu valley. We stroll around Durbar Square and eat in its square. We crossed the Kathmandu Valley to reach our destination, the newari city of Bhaktapur. Night in Bhaktapur.
Day 11 Bhaktapur - Nagarkot - Bhaktapur. 3 hours. In the morning a short ride of 30ksm up to the Nagarkot mountain to have a coffee or a few beers in front of the best view of the Himalayan chain in the area. Return and rest of the day at leisure in the medieval city of Bhaktapur, the most beautiful and best preserved of the cities of the Valley. Bhaktapur is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its rich culture, temples and works of art made of wood, metal and stone. Night in Bhaktapur.
Day 12 Bhaktapur - Nepalese Tibetan border. 4 hours. In the morning we leave towards the border of the Bhote Kosi river near the border with Tibet. Today once again spectacular views await us following the Araniko road that connects the Kathmandu valley with Tibet. It has very steep climbs and reaches Lhasa in Tibet. We will stay in one of the best centers in Nepal to practice all kinds of adventure sports. Night at Last Resort.
Day 13 Nepalese Tibetan border - Katamandu. 4 hours. After breakfast we head down the same road back to Kathmandu. We said goodbye to our motorcycles and left them at the entrance of Bhaktapur to avoid the chaotic traffic of the capital. In the afternoon transfer to the hotel in Kathmandu. Rest of the afternoon free to visit Kathmandu and its wonders. Durbar Square, and the surrounding palaces. Thamel area is full of shops, restaurants, cafes with a lot of atmosphere and shops where you can buy trekking equipment. Others would prefer to visit the Pashupatinath temple and the nearby Ghats, where Hindu rite cremations are performed. Other interesting visits are Boudhanath, the largest Buddhist stupa in the country, and Swayambhu, better known as the monkey temple. Night in Kathmandu.
Day 14 Last hours before the departure of international flights home. According to your departure times, transfer to the airport. End of our services
Duration of the tour:
Travel time: 14 days 13 hotel nights (day 1 to 13 included).Your international flight must arrive to Khathmadu day 1.
Companions may come who wish to make the trip as passengers behind a motorcycle or in the assistance vehicle.
The price includes:
• Hiring of the motorbike throughout the whole trip (500cc Enfield Bullet). Himalaya model 140€ extra.
• Standard clean hotels. 4* hotel in Kathmandu,13 nights (1 to 13 included).One night in tents with comfortable beds.
• Twin-share basis; (single room supplement, additional 500€). (1*)
• Breakfast, water and tea during the trip on the road.
• English speaker road guide during the motorcycle tour, a mechanic on Enfields.
• Back-up vehicle and driver, for luggage and provide assistance on the road.
• Spare parts, tools, first aid equipment and medicines.
• Full petrol during the tour, tools and repairs and third party insurance.
• Transfers from/to airport to hotel in Kathmandu.
The price mentioned above does not include
• Visa for Nepal
• The international flight to Kathmandu. (between € 450 and € 800)
• Personal expenses such as washing clothes, souvenirs, alcoholic beverages or entrance fees to monuments.
• Tips for the staff of the tour or of the hotels and restaurants.
• Dinners and meals not included in "the price includes". Average price of a meal in Nepal € 4.
• Transfers or transport during free days.
• Travel assistance insurance. Required (2*)
• 500€ deposit for the motorcycle. The deposit is returned at the end of the trip if the motorcycle has damages.
• Entrance to Chitwan park or sports activities such as canoying, paragliding, rafting etc.
Climate and clothing during the trip
The average temperature in Nepal during travel is 26 ° / 28 °. The weather is generally dry and sunny, but it can change and temperatures can drop in the mountains and in some cases in the morning. We should have very sunny and warm days, some cold nights, and maybe a few hours of rain. Therefore, it is advisable to wear high sun protection cream, sunglasses and gloves.
Motorbike gear: helmet (best an open one), windtobreaker, gloves, closed boots, and motorbike equipment for the rain (those in two parts preferably). In windy days, the top of the windtobreaker could be enough for not feeling cold. In this season, the rain is rare, but the weather is unpredictable. If you are sensitive to the cold, bring protection. A motorbike tank bag is very useful to keep the camera, hand gloves or small things within reach.
Road and driving conditions in Nepal
Driving in Nepal can be chaotic on the outskirts of urban areas and with totally different rules than what we are used to in Europe, although one adapts quickly to it. An advantage is that in general there is little traffic on the roads and they do not drive fast. Most of the roads are paved and are in a very good general condition, although we can do a few kilometers of dirt track.
This circuit can be done by a driver with little experience due to the ease of the route and the good general condition of the roads.
Nepal is an incredible country and full of magic, but it is not an easy country for which you do not have patience or are not used to unforeseen events and delays. If you decide to join the group, keep in mind that you will have to be flexible with unexpected situations and possible delays due to the special conditions of the country. As I imagine you know, this type of motorcycle adventure carries a certain risk that when you come to the trip I suppose you are aware of it and accept. Good disposition and a good dose of humor are essential to enjoy this trip to the fullest
The Royal Enfield
The Royal Enfield continues to be manufactured in the Indian factories of Madras after the closing of the head office in England in the Fifties.
There have been very few aesthetic and technical changes since then. It is a very solid motorbike with a legendary look and motor noise. With a 500cc engine, the Royal Enfield gives a pleasurable sense of a bygone time on the Indian roads. The Bullet is far from being a fast motorbike but it is the best adapted for the hard conditions of the roads in this part of the world.
Our fleet of Royal Enfields motorcycles are all 500cc models with right side 5 speed gearbox, disk brake and electric start.
1*- Registrations will be made in strict order of the reservation date. Which means that if you book last minute, you may have to opt for a single room if there is no other person to share a double. You know, the earlier you make the reservation, the more chances you will have to sleep in a double room.
2*- It is mandatory to subscribe a travel assistance insurance that covers the use of a motorcycle. If you don't have one with your credit card or with your car or motorcycle insurance. This type of insurance covers medical expenses abroad and repatriation by plane in case of illness or accident.
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