ITINERARY

Day 01:  Leave Kathmandu after breakfast through the bustling back streets of Thamel. On a good wide undulating jeep track and single track, pass through the Queen forest to the Buddhanilkantha, a remarkable 5^th century statue of the Lord Vishnu reclining on the coil of the snake king in the middle of small pond. Your efforts are rewarded by spectacular panoramic mountain views of Ganesh and Langtang Himals on the way and moreover by a night at a true resort established in a rural setting with culturally rich and naturally pristine environment whose garden harbors nearly 75 species of birds and 2000 flowering trees and shrubs. O/N Resort.

Distances: 53km

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Day 02:  Startwith a steep upward ride (approx 7 km) on broken paved and off road through the Shivapuri National Park Reserve. Part of the route is on the popular Helambu trekking trail. Our destination is up to Chisopani (which means cold water in Nepali), which rounds off a challenging day. Again today’s lodge enjoys outstanding and closest views of the panoramic mountain ranges- this is one of the best outlooks within the valley region. O/N Chisopani O/N Lodge

Distances:  40 km

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Day 03: We climb approximately 9 kms upto 2250m (highest point of our trip) then ride down into the North-East corner of the KTM valley, then it’s on to a mix of single and jeep track to wind our way to Nagarkot, our route will depend on the condition of the trails. A short steep climb into Nagarkot is rewarded by the comfort and peaceful surrounding of hotel on the valley rim. Part of the biking movie ‘Retreat’ was filmed on this trial.  O/N Hotel

Distances:Ride 25km or 35km.

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Day 4: NAGARKOT - KATHMANDU

(34 - 40km with 650 m. descent)

The day starts with an exciting descent on Jeep tracks. We pass through many rustic villages, Himalayas in the right on clear day! We reach the beautiful ancient village of Shanku. From here we are on tarmac road towards Boudhanath Stupa, here we will have lunch and then ride back to Kathmandu or ride towards (Budhanilkantha) Sleeping Vishnu temple and then to Thamel.

Distances: Approx 40km  

Altitude: 1340m

Altitude range:1340m to 2250m

Average daily distance:40km (with optional ads on)

Grade:D (Tough)

Off-road:- 85%

Group Size:Min. 2 Person

Group Size:Minimum 2 people

Price Includes:

Bike and kits

Entrance fees (of temples, Park etc)

Guide with First Aid Kit and Mechanical Backup

Food & Accommodation on twin sharing and full board basis during cycling day.

Mineral water

Cost Excludes:

Soft and hard drinks

Emergency evacuation fee

Support vehicle

Insurance

Other personal interest items