Grand Tour of Nepal | Ultimate Motorcycle Road Trip - 28 Days
GRAND TOUR OF NEPAL MOTORCYCLE ROAD TRIP HIGHLIGHTS:
- Grand Tour of Nepal from East to West.
- Discover Nepal’s incredible landscapes and captivating natural and cultural heritage.
- Ride through rural villages and endless rice fields.
- River crossings, suspension bridges and remote dirt roads.
- Visit Janakpur, birthplace of Sita, and Tansen, the gem of the Palpa district.
- Jeep and river safaris in Chitwan National Park.
- Track Royal Bengal Tigers in Bardia National Park.
- Find peace in Lumbini, the birthplace of Lord Buddha.
- Ride along the world’s deepest canyon – the Kali Gandaki.
- Enjoy the spectacular views of the Annapurnas.
- Explore Pokhara, Nepal’s adventure capital, and Gorkha, the birthplace of the King Prithivi Narayan Shah who established the unification of Nepal's kingdoms.
- Discover the beautiful tea gardens of Ilam.
- Escape the crowds and explore the Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve.
- Ride free of luggage.
Day 01. WELCOME TO NEPAL
Upon arrival in Kathmandu, our friendly representative will be waiting for you at the airport with a sign displaying your name. He will then drive you to your hotel.
Depending on your time of arrival, you are free to relax or explore the city.
Overnight in Kathmandu.
Day 02. PRE-DEPARTURE BRIEFING | REST DAY
In the morning, you will receive a detailed pre-departure briefing.
Free time in the afternoon: experience the mystical Kathmandu on foot or rest before the big adventure ahead.
Overnight in Kathmandu.
Meals: Breakfast.
Day 03. RIDE TO KOSHI TAPPU WILDLIFE RESERVE (Approx. 348 km / 216 miles)
After a safety briefing, we will collect our Royal Enfield motorcycles and hit the road for our first ride to the Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve, home to the endangered wild water buffalo and a bird watching paradise.
Day 05. RIDE TO ILAM (Approx. 200 km / 124 miles)
Overnight in Ilam.
Day 06. ILAM - MAI POKHARI (Approx. 30 km / 19 miles)
Day 07. RIDE TO DHARAN (Approx. 178 km / 111 miles)
Overnight in Dharan.
Day 08. RIDE TO JANAKPUR (Approx. 204 km / 127 miles)
Overnight in Janakpur.
Meals: Breakfast.
Day 09. JANAKPUR SIGHTSEEING TOUR (Approx. 20 km / 12 miles)
Among other places, we will visit Janaki Mandir and Ram Sita Bibaha Mandir. We will also visit Kuwa, a traditional Maithili village.
Overnight in Janakpur.
Meals: Breakfast.
Day 10. RIDE TO CHITWAN NATIONAL PARK (Approx. 235 km / 146 miles)
Early in the morning, we will head to Chitwan. The jungle of Chitwan National Park is home to the Royal Bengal tigers, one-horned rhinoceros, Asian elephants, sloth bears and many majestic birds. In Chitwan, you will get a welcome drink at the Resort. You will have time to rest and enjoy the natural scenery. In the evening, we will take you to the nearby Tharu Culture Center, where we will watch the native Tharu culture dance show.
Day 12. RIDE TO LUMBINI (Approx. 156 km / 97 miles)
Early in the morning, we will ride to Lumbini, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the birthplace of Lord Buddha. Check in to the hotel. Relax and soak up the peaceful atmosphere in Lumbini.
Overnight in Lumbini.
Day 13. LUMBINI SIGHTSEEING TOUR (Approx. 15 km / 9 miles)
Today, we will visit the Maya Devi Temple, where Lord Buddha was born, and the World Peace Pagoda. We will also visit many beautiful Buddhist temples and monasteries built by various countries around the world (Thailand, Sri Lanka, Cambodia, Myanmar, China, India to name but a few).
We will explore the Wetlands and encounter the gorgeous Sarus Cranes.
Day 14. RIDE TO BARDIA NATIONAL PARK (Approx. 342 km / 212 miles)
Overnight in Bardia.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
Day 15. BARDIA NATIONAL PARK: JEEP SAFARI
Overnight in Bardia.
Overnight in Bardia.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
Day 17. RIDE TO BUTWAL (Approx. 304 km / 189 miles)
Today, we will ride to Butwal, a town located in the Terai between Bardia and Chitwan. We will spend the night in Butwal before heading north to Tansen.
Overnight in Butwal.
Day 18. RIDE TO TANSEN (Approx. 48 km / 30 miles)
Today, we will ride to Tansen, an unspoiled gem in the Palpa district. The authentic town with its narrow streets is one of the most charming places in Nepal. In the evening, we will hike up to the view tower on the Shreenagar Hill to enjoy the sunset view over the Himalayas. We will spend the night at a local family's home.
Overnight in Tansen.
Day 19. TANSEN AND RANI MAHAL
In the morning, we will ride to Rani Mahal (Ranighat Palace), also known as the Taj Mahal of Nepal due to its history.
Then, we will spend the afternoon exploring the beautiful town. We will also go for some shopping, for those who want to take a taste of Nepal home with them. Tansen is famous for its Dhaka (a unique Nepali hand woven fabric) and Karuwa (a traditional ritual water vessel).
Overnight in Tansen.
Day 20. RIDE TO POKHARA | VISIT TAL BARAHI TEMPLE (Approx. 130 km / 81 miles)
We will visit Tal Barahi Temple, a Hindu temple located on a small island in the middle of Phewa Lake.
Day 21. POKHARA | REST DAY
Day 22. RIDE TO KALOPANI (2530m) | (Approx. 124 km / 77 miles)
Overnight in Kalopani.
Day 23. RIDE TO KAGBENI (2804m) VIA MUKTINATH (3710m) | (Approx. 65 km / 40 miles)
Today, we will ride to Muktinath. Temples and religious shrines are the major attractions of this holy place. Muktinath is an important pilgrimage site for Hindus and Buddhists. In Muktinath, if you have the courage to do so, you can follow Hindu devotees and take a holy bath under the 108 chilled fountains (Muktidhara).
Then, we will ride to Kagbeni, the main gate to the Last Forbidden Kingdom. In Kagbeni, you will witness the great views of Nilgiri, Dhaulagiri and Tukuche peaks, and the Kali Gandaki (the deepest canyon in the world).
Overnight in Kagbeni.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
Day 24. RIDE TO TATOPANI (1190m) | (Approx. 66 km / 41 miles)
We will leave the beautiful Kagbeni and ride to Tatopani. In the afternoon, we will enjoy Tatopani's natural hot springs. Don't forget to bring your swimsuit!
Overnight in Tatopani.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
Day 25. RIDE TO POKHARA (Approx. 100 km / 62 miles)
Overnight in Pokhara.
Meals: Breakfast.
Day 26. RIDE TO GORKHA VIA BANDIPUR (Approx. 139 km / 86 miles)
Then, we will continue our trip to Gorkha, a very important historic place in Nepal. Gorkha is the birthplace of the King Prithivi Narayan Shah who established the unification of Nepal's kingdoms. The curvy roads towards Gorkha pass through many small villages and ancient towns where we will stop by for enjoying the views.
Overnight in Gorkha.
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner.
Day 27. RIDE TO KATHMANDU | REST DAY (Approx. 150 km / 93 miles)
Overnight in Kathmandu.
Day 28. DEPARTURE
Please note: This itinerary is intended to be a guideline; local conditions and weather may necessitate slight itinerary variations.
- Helmet (included in your package).
- Riding jacket with shoulder, elbow and back protection.
- Riding pants.
- Knee pads.
- Riding boots.
- Outdoor clothing: Outdoor clothing should be though and comfortable. Wearing several thin layers is better than a few thick layers.
- Sport sandals and trainers.
- Gloves.
- Balaclava.
- Googles.
- Kidney belt.
- Rucksack or duffle bag.
- Daypack.
- Sleeping bag.
- Swimsuit.
- Sunglasses.
- Sunscreen.
- Camera.
- Water Bottle or Hydration Bladder.
- Wash kit and travel towel.
- Medicine (in particular, diarrhoea medication): Water Purification Tablets/ Isotonic Powder/ Basic First Aid Kit/ Diamox/ Oximeter / Ibuprofen for general aches and pains/ Imodium or Pepto bismol capsules for upset stomach or diarrhea.
- Copies of important documents (passport, vaccination certificates, travel insurance) & extra passport photos.
- Power adapters.
- Padlocks.
*This list is not exhaustive.
What’s included
- Pre-departure support.
- Airport pick-up & drop-off (private vehicle).
- Royal Enfield Bullet 500cc per person during the trip.
- Helmet.
- Experienced English-speaking motorcycle guide.
- Fuel.
- Jeep support with driver.
- Mechanic support and spare parts.
- Accommodation (27 nights): 3 nights in Kathmandu, 2 nights in Koshi Tappu, 2 nights in Ilam, 1 night in Dharan, 2 nights in Janakpur, 2 nights in Lumbini, 3 nights in Bardia, 1 night in Butwal, 2 nights in Tansen, 1 night in Gorkha, 3 nights in Pokhara, 1 night in Tatopani, 1 night in Kagbeni, 1 night in Kalopani and 2 nights in Chitwan.
- Meals (refer to itinerary for meal plan).
- Sightseeing tours as mentioned in the itinerary.
- Entrance fees & National Park entrance fees.
- All necessary permits (ACAP Permit & TIMS).
- Jungle activities as mentioned in the itinerary.
- First aid kit/s.
- Travel map.
- Farewell dinner in Kathmandu.
- All government taxes, VAT and service charges.
What’s NOT included
- International flights and domestic flights.
- Tips for driver, guides & others.
- Motorcycle damages.
- Personal riding gear.
- Personal expenditures, all bar bills, laundry, telephone calls, nutri-bars, etc.
- Visa fees.
- Travel and rescue insurance.
- Anything else not specified in the ‘what’s included’ section above.
Accommodation:
- Kathmandu (3 nights): Carefully selected 3-Star hotel.
- Koshi Tappu (2 nights): Carefully selected Wildlife Camp.
- Ilam (2 nights): Carefully selected Homestay.
- Dharan (1 night): Carefully selected Hotel.
- Janakpur (2 nights): Carefully selected Hotel.
- Chitwan (2 nights): Carefully selected Jungle Resort.
- Lumbini (2 nights): Carefully selected 3-Star hotel.
- Bardia (3 nights): Carefully selected Jungle Resort.
- Butwal (1 night): Carefully selected Hotel.
- Tansen (2 nights): Carefully selected Homestay.
- Pokhara (3 nights): Carefully selected 3-Star hotel.
- Tatopani (1 night): Carefully selected lodge.
- Kagbeni (1 night): Carefully selected lodge.
- Kalopani (1 night): Carefully selected lodge.
- Gorkha (1 night): Farm House.
Meals:
- Day 1: N/A.
- Day 2: Breakfast.
- Day 3: Breakfast & Dinner.
- Day 4: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
- Day 5: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
- Day 6: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
- Day 7: Breakfast.
- Day 8: Breakfast.
- Day 9: Breakfast.
- Day 10: Breakfast & Dinner.
- Day 11: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
- Day 12: Breakfast.
- Day 13: Breakfast.
- Day 14: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
- Day 15: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
- Day 16: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
- Day 17: Breakfast.
- Day 18: Breakfast.
- Day 19: Breakfast.
- Day 20: Breakfast.
- Day 21: Breakfast.
- Day 22: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
- Day 23: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
- Day 24: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
- Day 25: Breakfast.
- Day 26: Breakfast & Dinner.
- Day 27: Breakfast & Farewell Dinner.
- Day 28: Breakfast.
- Motorcycle driving license & International driving license required.
- Your passport with Nepali visa and ID card are also required.
- Off-road riding experience required (intermediate or advanced level).
- You are required as a condition of booking to have an adequate travel insurance.
Please note: Before your arrival, we will send you a complete detailed brochure regarding Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS) and how to prevent it. Please read this brochure carefully.
Our local guides are highly experienced in preventing, recognizing and treating altitude sickness. They will monitor your health closely during your ride. A proper acclimatization is not only essential but also a necessary life-saving measure.
