These tours take you around the rim of the valley that contains Kathmandu. You and your bike transverse to the northern rim of the valley taking in all the high points for spectacular mountains views of Ganesh Himal, Langtang and Everest. Not only do these routes take in the mountains but also Katmandu’s exotic and sometimes erotic architecture, holy-men, temples and culture. This is a unique experience not to be found anywhere else in the world. A lot of the trails are challenging and for the serious for recreational riders. Valley Rim Tours are of two types: long and short.
Facts of the Biking
Days: 15 biking days
Style: tea house/hotel
Altitude: 2195m
Grade: Moderate
Best season: January through March & October through mid-December
Highlights of Biking
• Spectacular mountains views including Ganesh Himal, Langtang and Everest
• Erotic architecture, holy- men, temple
• Unique culture and tradition
• Beautiful Gompa
• Explore the Enticing places
Suggested Itinerary of Valley Rim Long
Day 01: Arrive to Kathmandu and transferred to Hotel
Day 02: Kathmandu < Sitapaila < Raniban < Kathmandu (35km)
Day 03: Kathmandu < Nagi Gompa < Mulkharka (22km)
Day 04: Mulkharka to Chisopani (21km)
Day 05: Chisopani < Bhote Chaur < Nagarkot (25km)
Day 06: Nagarkot < Changu Narayan < Bhaktapur < Nagarkot Loop (25km)
Day 07: Nagarkot < Ratemate < The last Resort (75km)
Day 08: The last Resort < Border < The Last Resort (32km)
Day 09: The Last Resort to Dhulikhel (68km)
Day 10: Dhulikhel < Namobuddha Loop < Dhulikhel (28km)
Day 11: Dhulikhel to Lakhure Bhanjang (25km)
Day 12: Lakhure Bhanjang <Lubu < Godhavari (30km)
Day 13: Godhavari > Bungamati > Kathmandu (40km)
Day 14: Free day in Kathmandu
Day 15: Departure
General overview: Accommodation is good and is about the best available in each location - Hotels & Guest Houses are based on twin share accommodation, Common bathrooms, comfortable rooms, good food, hot showers and group facilities with unique vistas. Those chosen are based on their charm and services, views, location and within the budget suggested.
Cost Includes
• Guide
• Bike
• All food and accommodation (except meal in Kathmandu)
• Shivapuri reserve entry fee
• Airport transfer
• Luggage drop only in two places (Nagarkot and Dhulikhel)
Cost Excludes
• Personal extras and special request purchases, confirmation or changes to flights
• Faxes, e-mails and other personal correspondence
• Drink and other food consumed other than the set out within the itinerary
• Evacuation, medical expenses and related transfers
• Travel insurance
• Bike clothing, mineral water, support vehicle
(The trip price will vary depending on the group size, duration and services required. Please contact us via our website with your details to obtain a quote.)
Please feel free to contact us if you have any question regarding the above information. |