This trip covers a little bit of everything: Kathmandu sightseeing, high-altitude Mustang riding, ancient villages, Himalayan views, big descents, suspension bridges, glacier lakes, and the kind of terrain that makes this feel like much more than a standard mountain bike trip.

*** Arrival details are important *** MUST arrive morning of Janurary 4th, or evening of Janurary 3rd. The trip needs to kick off in the morning of Janurary 4th (no later than 9am) to fit in this 7 day adventure!

Itinerary Breakdown

• Day 1: Welcome to Kathmandu / Bouddha Stupa / Flight to Pokhara / Fewa Lake
• Day 2: The Windy Valley / Ride to Chhema Lake / Jomsom
• Day 3: Muktinath / Kagbeni Village / Jhong Village / Thorong Phedi descent
• Day 4: Lubra Valley / Apple Brandy / Dhumba Lake / Kalopani
• Day 5: The Deepest Gorge / Tatopani / Rupse Chahara Waterfall / Transfer to Pokhara
• Day 6: Flight to Kathmandu / Bhaktapur sightseeing
• Day 7: Departure from Kathmandu

Kathmandu, Bouddha Stupa, and Pokhara

The trip kicks off in Kathmandu, where riders will be picked up and transferred straight to Epic Mountain Bike. After some rest, the group heads to Bouddha Stupa for sightseeing and lunch before catching a short evening flight to Pokhara.

This first day is about getting settled, seeing a bit of Kathmandu, and making the jump toward the mountains before the riding really begins. Just make sure your arrival flight lands in Kathmandu in the morning so the schedule can stay on track.

The Windy Valley and Chhema Lake

Day two starts early with a flight from Pokhara to Jomsom, and it is one of those flights where you will probably want the window seat. Once in Jomsom, the riding starts with a shuttle through Thini Gaun up toward roughly 4,000 meters.

From there, the route passes apple orchards and pine forests on the way to Chhema Lake, a glacier lake fed by Mount Nilgiri. After lunch at the lake, the ride drops back toward Jomsom on beautiful singletrack.

Muktinath and Thorong Phedi

The Muktinath day is one of the big ones. The group shuttles to Kagbeni Village for a brief excursion, then rides toward Jhong Village for a walking tour through the ancient village.

From there, the route continues toward Muktinath at 3,800 meters, with a visit to the famous Hindu temple and monastery. Afterward, the group shuttles up toward Thorong Phedi at 4,200 meters before descending back to Muktinath for the night.

This is proper Himalayan mountain biking: high elevation, ancient culture, wild terrain, and a descent that will probably make your GoPro battery cry for mercy.

Lubra Valley, Apple Brandy, and Kalopani

Day four links together some of the best pieces of the trip. Riders shuttle to Lubra Pass, drop into the Lubra Valley trails, then continue toward Dhumba Lake via Thini Gaun.

From there, the ride turns into more of a down-country day toward Kalopani, passing villages, suspension bridges, and TT Lake along the way. There is also a stop in Tukuche Village for lunch before continuing toward Kalopani, which serves up huge views of Dhaulagiri, Icefall, Tukuche, Nilgiri, and Annapurna.

Lubra is one of those names that mountain bikers who have ridden Nepal tend to say with a very specific look in their eyes. The good kind. The “you just have to go ride it” kind.

The Deepest Gorge and Tatopani

The final ride heads down toward Tatopani on a downhill jeep track, passing through villages and the dramatic Kali Gandaki Gorge area. Along the way, the group stops at Rupse Chahara, a beautiful waterfall and perfect mid-ride tea, coffee, and photo stop.

After reaching Tatopani, the riding portion of the trip wraps up with a private transfer back to Pokhara.

Bhaktapur and Kathmandu

After the riding is done, the group flies back to Kathmandu and heads straight to Bhaktapur for sightseeing at the famous Bhaktapur Durbar Square. It is a perfect cultural cap to a week of high-alpine riding, big travel days, and Himalayan views.

Ride Profile

This trip is supported, but it is still a mountain bike trip in Nepal. Expect real elevation, real trails, and real days on the bike.

Some key ride days include:

• Jomsom to Chhema Lake to Jomsom: 18 km, 910 m climbing, 900 m descending
• Jomsom to Thorong Phedi to Muktinath: 40 km, 750 m climbing, 2,460 m descending
• Muktinath to Lubra to Kalopani: 53 km, 1,350 m climbing, 2,000 m descending
• Kalopani to Tatopani: 26 km, 300 m climbing, 1,600 m descending

So yes, there are shuttles. And yes, you should still show up with some fitness.

Who Is This Trip For?

The Nepal Mustang Capra trip is for riders who want more than a standard bike vacation. This is for people who want big mountains, big culture, big travel days, and riding that feels completely different from anything back home.

You do not need to be a professional enduro racer, but you should be a confident mountain biker who is comfortable on longer descents, rough terrain, changing weather, high elevation, and big days outside.

If your dream trip includes incredible food, ancient cities, high-mountain trails, suspension bridges, wild views, and a healthy amount of “I can’t believe we are riding bikes here,” Nepal should be very high on your list.

What To Pack

Because this trip takes place in the Himalayan Mountains, packing the right gear is not just about being comfortable, it is about being prepared. Weather can change quickly, riding days can be long, and you may be away from your main travel bag for big stretches during the day. The official packing list emphasizes two big things: bring flexible clothing layers and bring any bike parts that are specific to your bike.

There are mountain bike trips, and then there are trips you talk about for the rest of your life.

The Nepal Mustang Capra falls pretty firmly into the second category. Seven days in Nepal, riding through the Himalayas with local guides, supported logistics, Revel Bikes, and the Worldwide Cyclery crew? That is not exactly your average long weekend shuttle mission.

If you have been waiting for a bucket-list trip that blends serious mountain biking, huge scenery, and a full cultural experience, this is it.

Pack your bike, bring your legs, and make sure your camera has plenty of storage. Nepal is calling.

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