Namo Buddha Biking Tour

This is one of the best short rides in the valley. It’s a combination of on and off-road riding with some challenging downhill sections. We go cross country along the lovely river valley exploring ancient temples and beautiful farming hamlets.

The highlight of this ride is an overnight stay at Namobuddha, one of the most popular monasteries in Nepal. Near the end of the trip, we will cross a small pass about 1800m above the valley from where you will get the most commanding views. This ride is for the medium to advanced rider.

Biking Tour Highlights:

A visit to Namobuddha

Stunning Views of the Himalayas

Ancient temples

Unique culture and tradition

Biking Itinerary:

Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu

Day 02: Around Kathmandu Valley:

The day begins with a ride through the early morning streets of Kathmandu. On the way, you will stop in and visit Pashupatinath temple, the holy home of Lord Shiva. We then trace around the airport and head through the vegetable-growing region of Sanu Thimi before rejoining the friendship highway and climbing up to the pass at Sanga.

This is the gateway to the Karve district. Once at the top, you can get commanding views of Bhaktpur and the valley. From here it’s about 11km of downhill road before we again climb to Dhulikel. We can stop here for lunch. After lunch, we leave the main road and head up to Namobuddha. It’s an easy off-road climb with great views of the valley below; 11km of dirt road brings us to the monastery. We will stay in a guest house overnight enjoying the peace and quiet.

Day 03: Around Kathmandu Valley

After sunrise viewing, we will take breakfast and explore the area on foot. We have a nice section of single track downhill to begin the day. Then we have about 20km of gentle country roads before we reach to the lovely riverside town of Panuatie. We can take lunch here and explore the ancient temple complex.

Our afternoon will take us on a gradual 11km climb to Lacuri Banyan from where we can get stunning views of the Himalayas and the valley. Now it’s about 20km downhill back into the valley via the ancient town square of Patan.

Day 04: Transfer to Airport

General Overview:

Accommodation is good and is about the best available in each location - Hotels & Guest Houses are based on twin share accommodation, attached bathrooms except in Chisopani, 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 Include:

Guide

Bike

Local guide/expert mechanic

Customized Giant or Fuji front suspension bikes and helmet

All lodgings and meals while the tour

All food and accommodation (except meals in Kathmandu)

Shivapuri reserve entry fee

Airport transfer

Luggage drops only in two places (Nagarkot and Dhulikhel)

Cost Exclude:

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

Entry fee into Bhaktapur durbar square