Mountain Bike the Annapurna Circuit
For as long as Nepal has been open to tourism, The Annapurna circuit has been one of the most popular trekking trails. The gentle inclines and well maintained trails make this one of the best ways to get into the heart of the Himalayas on a Mountain Bike. This journey is a combination of biking and trekking, but as progression develops the trail to bring amenities to the remote villages, the way is becoming more and more bike friendly and will certainly offer you the experience of a life time. The route takes you around the massive Annapurna range and back into the Pokhara Valley, passing between the Dhaulagiri and Annapurna massifs and along side the gushing Kali Gandaki River and the deepest gorge in the world – The Kali Gandaki Gorge (24,000ft!!). The ride is technical and highly challenging and is a journey that you will never forget.
Itinerary In Detail
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Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu and transfer to hotel
Upon arrival in Kathmandu, meet, assist and transfer to hotel. After some refreshment, short briefing about the programs and the arrangement for the biking tour.
Pm: Afternoon to assemble your bikes if need or try out one of ours ready for the tour.
Overnight at the hotel in Kathmandu.
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Day 02: Technical Briefing & Drive to Khudi Bazar – 7 hrs
After breakfast, short technical briefing in Kathmandu and start drive to Kudi to about 7 hours en route lunch at a riverside resort.
Overnight at teahouse lodge in Khudi.
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Day 03: Ride from Khudi (820m / 2, 689ft) to Syange (1,100m/3,608ft) – 5/7 hrs. Rideable: 100%
Leaving Kudi, the trail follows the Marsyandi River through the jungle and along a rugged jeep track. The trail is around 75% uphill with steady riding.
Overnight at teahouse lodge in Syange.
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Day 04: Ride from Syange(1,100m/3,608ft) to Tal(1,700m/5,576ft) – 6/8 hrs. Rideable: 100%
An early start sees us leaving Kudi behind and bike uphill along a jeep track that deteriorates the further we progress. Mostly uphill riding but the gradient is steady for the most part.
Overnight at teahouse lodge in Tal.
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Day 05: Ride from Tal (1,700m/5,576ft) to Chame (2,670m/8,757ft) – 8/10 hrs Rideable: 85% & Carry: 15%
A challenging climb makes this one of the longest and hardest sections along the trekking trail. The terrain is rugged but fun. There is great jungle and river scenery so take this stage steady.
Overnight at teahouse lodge in Chame.
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Day 06: Ride from Chame (2,670m/8,757ft) to Pisang (3,100m/10,168ft) – 4 hrs Ride able: 80% & Carry: 20%
Ascend through pine forests as the trail opens into a fertile agriculture valley. The dirt trail leads you through villages and settlements and you get the opportunity to meet with friendly locals and snotty children of Pisang Village.
Overnight at teahouse lodge in Pisang.
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Day 07: Ride from Pisang (3,100m/10,168ft) to Manang (3,540m/11,611ft) – 2 hrs Rideable: 100%
The trail still climbs but becomes more ride able today as it widens back into a jeep track. The jungle opens up into the arid mountain region and you can get great views of the Himalayas as you ride. It helps to take it steady in order to acclimatize.
Overnight at teahouse lodge in Manang.
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Day 08: Rest day at Manang for acclimatization and explore it
Acclimatize and prepare for hard days ahead. Short hikes can be taken to explore the near by areas, visit high altitude lakes , rest in Manang, maybe you will not want to leave! From here you will be heading into the true mountain wilderness.
Overnight at teahouse lodge in Manang.
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Day 09: Ride from Manang (3,540m/11,611ft) to Yak Kharka (4,018m/13,180ft) – 4 hrs Rideable: 90% & Carry: 10%
A short and gentle climb today from Manang to Yak Kharka, take time to admire mountain views. There are a couple of sections to carry your bike but for the most part, the trail is ride able.
Overnight at teahouse lodge in Yak Kharka.
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Day 10: Ride from Yak Kharka (4,018m/13,180ft) to Thorung Phedi (4,450m/14,596ft) – 4 hrs Rideable: 60% & Push: 40%
Climb by peddle and push power further up above Manang and into the more arid mountain region just below
the pass. Rest well for tomorrow is a hard day.Overnight at teahouse lodge in Thorung Phedi.
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Day 11: Ride from Thorung Phedi (4,450m/14,596ft) to Muktinath (3,740m/12,267ft) Via Thorung La pass (5,416m/17,764ft) – 7/8 hrs Rideable: 50% & Carry: 50%
Carry down until second Thorung Phedi and from there to Muktinath 100% ride able – depending on your ability. Beginning from around 4 am in the morning, you have to make the long haul carrying and pushing your bike up more than 1300 meters to Thorung La. The most challenging section of the journey proffers excellent rewards with magnificent views from the pass and superb technical downhill on the other side that will have you grinning from ear to ear! Also you will arrive to a warm welcome and rest at Muktinath.
Overnight at teahouse lodge in Muktinath.
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Day 12: Ride from Muktinath to Tukuche (2,600m/8,528ft) – 5/6 hrs Rideable: 100%
After yesterdays challenge, you will welcome fun jeep tracks and trails with a mostly downhill gradient! We have to start early as the wind gets up after 11 am making riding a bit more challenging. Chill out on this section and enjoy the views. Lunch at ancient town of Marpha famous for growing apples and making apple brandy!
Overnight at teahouse lodge in Tukuche.
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Day 13: Ride from Tukuche (2,600m/8,528ft) to Tatopani (1,190m/3,903ft) – 8 hrs Rideable: 100%
Again we are going downhill today. Stop at the lush waterfalls at Rupse Chaahara for lunch. Once in Tatopani, you can enjoy a soothing bath in the hot springs followed by a sumptuous dinner.
Overnight at teahouse lodge in Tatopani.
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Day 14: Drive from Tatopani(1,190m/3,903ft) to Pokhara (820m/2,690ft) – 6 hrs
Early Morning drive to Pokhara and rest of the day is for refreshment.
Overnight at hotel in Pokhara.
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Day 15: Free day in Pokhara
This day is free for personal activities like sightseeing, paragliding, ultra-flight, Bungee Jumping, etc.
Overnight at hotel in Pokhara.
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Day 16: Fly back to Kathmandu – 25 Min
Early morning, proceed to Pokhara Domestic Airport to board the onward flight to Kathmandu to about 25 minutes. Rest of the day is free for refreshment and leisure activities.
Overnight at hotel in Kathmandu.
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Day 17: Transfer to international airport for Final Departure
Free till departure time. Check out from the hotel and transfer to Tribhuvan International Airport 3 hours earlier than the international flight schedule.
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Whats Include and Exclude
Services Inclued
- All transfers, sightseeing tours and drives in Nepal & Nepal in a private deluxe A/C Vehicle accompanied by an English Speaking Tour Escort / Guide.
- Services of an English speaking guide.
- All applicable monumental entrance fees.
- Welcome and farewell dinner
- Safe drinking water while on excursion and drive.
- Renting charges of Mountain Bikes
- Back up pick up van for luggage and Cycle.
- Services of cyclist and Mechanic.
Services not Inclued
- International Airfares and Nepal Visa fees.
- Regional and domestic Airfares (Quoted separately)
- Hotel Accommodation in Nepal (Quoted separately)
- Items of a personal nature as; bar bills, aerated drinks, laundry, telephone calls, personal gratuities as tips to guides, drivers, hotel bell hops, etc.
- Personal Insurance against loss of valuables, theft, illness, hospitalization, medications, treatments and emergency helicopter, vehicle or plane charter evacuation charges.
- Items not mentioned in above cost includes column.
Cost Note
The costs stated below are net per person payable to us in US Dollars, on twin / double room sharing basis, inclusive of all applicable Government taxes, non-commissionable and valid till 31st December 2022.
- Domestic & Regional Airfare (Per person in USD)
| Sector | On-Economy Class |
| Kathmandu / Pokhara / Kathmandu | US$ 246.00 |
| Pokhara /Jomsom | US$125.00 |
| Total | US$ 371.00 |
- Rates for Hotels & Resorts (Per room per night in USD)
Option B – 3 Stars
| City / Town | Hotel / Resorts | Sgl. Room |
Dbl. Room |
Room Type |
Meal Plan |
| Kathmandu | Hotel Manaslu | 75.00 | 82.00 | Standard | BB |
| Pokhara | Hotel Batika | 60.00 | 66.00 | Deluxe | BB |
| Kagbeni | Redhosue lodge | 100.00 | 150.00 | Standard | MAP |
| Kalapani | Kalapani Lodge | 50.00 | 80.00 | Standard | MAP |
| Tatopani | Dhaulagiri lodge | 50.000 | 80.00 | Standard | MAP |
Option B – 4 Stars
| City / Town | Hotel / Resorts | Sgl. Room |
Dbl. Room |
Room Type |
Meal Plan |
| Kathmandu | Hotel Shambala | 96.00 | 105.00 | Deluxe | BB |
| Pokhara | Atithi Resort & Spa | 96.00 | 105.00 | Deluxe | BB |
| Kagbeni | Redhosue lodge | 100.00 | 150.00 | Standard | MAP |
| Kalapani | Kalapani Lodge | 50.00 | 80.00 | Standard | MAP |
| Tatopani | Dhaulagiri lodge | 50.000 | 80.00 | Standard | MAP |
Option C – 5 Stars
| City / Town | Hotel / Resorts | Sgl. Room |
Dbl. Room |
Room Type |
Meal Plan |
| Kathmandu | Hotel Marriott | 175.00 | 188.00 | Deluxe | BB |
| Pokhara | Fishtail Lodge | 170.00 | 185.00 | Deluxe | BB |
| Kagbeni | Redhosue lodge | 100.00 | 150.00 | Standard | MAP |
| Kalapani | Kalapani Lodge | 50.00 | 80.00 | Standard | MAP |
| Tatopani | Dhaulagiri lodge | 50.000 | 80.00 | Standard | MAP |
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Any Question?
Feel free to call our travel experts.
+977 9851189018, +977 9801089018
info@asiaticroads.com
16 Nights 17 Days From
Any Question?
Feel free to call our travel experts.
+977 9851189018, +977 9801089018
info@asiaticroads.com
Reviews
In my 2 week stay, John was very professional and took me around to experience all that Kathmandu and surrounding areas has to offer. Sites were seen and many locals were met through John’s network.
Steven Stone
TravellerIn my 2 week stay, John was very professional and took me around to experience all that Kathmandu and surrounding areas has to offer. Sites were seen and many locals were met through John’s network.
Steven Stone
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