MOTORCYCLE:
Royal Enfield Himalayan 411. Motorcycle rental is included in the tour price.
TOUR DESCRIPTION:
Mustang Motorcycle Tour — Ride into the Forbidden Kingdom (Upper Mustang, Nepal)
Remote. Rugged. Real. This Upper Mustang motorcycle tour dives straight into one of the Himalayas’ most isolated and culturally rich regions. Once closed to foreigners and now changing fast, Mustang is a last-chance window into a vanishing world: 1,000-year-old monasteries, cloud-caught villages, and the trans-Himalayan desert framed by the 8,000 m Annapurna giants.
Highlights
- Upper Mustang: time-warp landscapes from green valleys to high-altitude desert
- Sacred & storied: ancient monasteries, Muktinath sanctuary, villages in the clouds
- Iconic crossings: the Kushma suspension bridge (world’s longest, local claim)
- Border horizon: ride toward Kora La Pass on the Tibet frontier (subject to conditions)
- True terrain: dirt, gravel, rock, sand — real off-road character
- Full support: motorcycles, permits, guide, backup vehicle, meals
Honest comfort: simple, authentic overnights to rest and recover
This isn’t a spa retreat with a bike on the side. It’s Mustang—raw Himalaya. We push into Upper Mustang where valley greens give way to the trans-Himalayan desert. The tracks are dirt, gravel, rock, and sand, stitched together by cliff-side monasteries and wind-carved canyons. You’ll cross the dramatic span at Kushma, explore Muktinath, and—if the political winds allow—aim for Kora La Pass at the border with Tibet.
Days are demanding, views off the charts. Evenings bring welcoming, low-frills lodging and hot meals. Our crew handles permits, navigation, and logistics; you handle the riding. With the road network changing fast, now is the time to see Mustang before concrete smooths out the edges that make it special.
This is the raw Himalayas. You’re not here to lounge. You’re here to ride.
Ready for the Forbidden Kingdom? Reserve your spot on the Mustang Motorcycle Tour and take a front-row seat at the vanishing edge of the Himalayas.
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DETAILS OF THE TOUR
HIGHLIGHTS:
- UPPER MUSTANG
- KATHMANDU
- POKHARA
- LO MANTHANG
- BANDIPUR
- MUKTINATH
- MARPHA
- ZHONG CAVES
- HIMALAYAN LANDSCAPES
- LONGEST HANGING BRIDGE IN THE WORLD
- VIEWS OF DHAULAGIRI, NILGIRI, MACHAPUCHARE AND OTHER PEAKS OF HIMALAYAN RANGE
- KORA LA PASS (political conditions permits)
- TIBETAN MONASTERIES
- BUNGEE JUMPING / ZIP LINE (OPTIONAL)
- HISTORICAL VILLAGES
- THERMAL BATHS IN TATOPANI AREA
WEATHER:
During our tour, the weather’s expected to be dry. However, we’ll be at high altitudes, where storms can always occur. Packing some waterproofs and warm layers is certainly a good idea!
MOTORCYCLE GEAR:
Wearing adequate riding gear is an individual responsibility. We strongly recommend “adventure” or hard-shell type boots for this ride. Bring your own gear.
LUGGAGE:
We will be traveling light. Try not to take more than one 20kg luggage piece. It should be dust & water proof. For riding days take with you a small backpack or waterproof bag, with straps, to enable you to attach it to your motorbike.
IMPORTANT, REMEMBER:
To enter Nepal you need a visa. It can be done online for most nationalities: https://nepaliport.immigration.gov.np/online
We will be traveling at very high altitudes, be sure you have sunscreen and sunglasses.
During your trip, especially when crossing the highest mountain passes, you may feel symptoms of altitude sickness (AMS). Remember that you must drink a lot of water to minimize this risk.
MAXIMUM ALTITUDE:
4660
meters above seal levelDAY BY DAY TOUR PROGRAM
DAY 1 (19.10.2025)
ARRIVAL IN KATHMANDU, TRANSFER TO HOTEL.
DAY 2 (20.10.2025 / 250 KM)
KATHMANDU – BANDIPUR
DAY 3 (21.10.2025 / 230 KM)
BANDIPUR – KUSHMA
DAY 4 (22.10.2025 / 125 KM)
KUSHMA – MARPHA
DAY 5 (23.10.2025 / 100 KM)
MARPHA – SAMAR
DAY 6 (24.10.2025 / 90 KM)
SAMAR – LO MANTHANG
DAY 7 (25.10.2025 / 40 KM)
LO MANTHANG SIGHTSEEING: SKY CAVES, OLD CITY PALACES & TEMPLES.
DAY 8 (26.10.2025 / 170 KM)
LOMANTHANG – MUKTINATH
DAY 9 (27.10.2025 / 110 KM)
MUKTINATH – TATOPANI AREA
DAY 10 (28.10.2025 / 160 KM)
TATOPANI – POKHARA
DAY 11 (29.10.2025)
POKHARA – FLY OUT
THE ROUTE MAY CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE DUE TO POLITICAL, SOCIAL OR WEATHER FACTORS.
YOUR OPINIONS
FROM GOOGLE
Google rating score: 5.0 of 5,based on 47 reviews
PRICE INCLUDES:
MOTORCYCLE
4X4 CAR
GUIDE
SUPPORT CAR
MOTORBIKE MAINTENANCE
ACCOMMODATION & FOOD
TRANSPORT TO/FROM THE HOTEL
PERMITS
INSURANCE
- Basic travel insurance.
- Tourist Guarantee Fund fee.
- Tourist Support Fund fee.
IMPORTANT: For an additional fee, there is an option to independently extend the insurance within the Signal Iduna Safe Travels and/or Global Rescue partner offer. The price of the tour includes basic travel insurance.
PICTURES & GPX TRACKS FROM THE TOUR
WELCOME PACK
PRICE NOT INCLUDES:
- International Flights
(Please wait for confirmation of group minimum before booking.) - Nepal Entry Visa: ~30 USD for 15 days (available online or on arrival).
- Motorcycle Fuel: Fuel cost for the entire trip (your bike and the guide’s) is collected at the start: €100.
- Medical Expenses Not Covered by MotoBirds Insurance. We recommend extending your coverage if needed.
- Drinks: Water is provided, but other drinks (including alcohol) are not included.
Meals in Kathmandu - Lunches and dinners during your stay in Kathmandu are not included, giving you the chance to explore local cuisine.
- Optional Entry Fees and Activities
Entry to tourist attractions, monasteries, and any extra activities (e.g., guided Kathmandu sightseeing, bungee, zip-lining) are at your own discretion. - Refundable Motorcycle Security Deposit
DEPOSIT FOR THE MOTORCYCLE:
Motorcycle refundable security deposit of 800 USD
