The Forbidden Ride

Upper Mustang

DURATION: 12 Days
DEPARTURES: 2 April – Completed.
Next departure: 29 Oct – 17 Nov.
GROUP SIZE: Min. 2 to maximum 12 riders.
ALTITUDE GAIN: 4,660m
BIKES: Royal Enfield Himalayan 450cc
TRIP COST: US$3200 onwards based on group size.

Tucked away north of the Annapurna range, Upper Mustang is a remote, rugged, and once-forbidden land. Formerly known as the Kingdom of Lo, this hidden gem was only opened to a limited number of foreign visitors each year starting in 1992. Today, it has become one of Nepal’s most sought-after destinations for biking and trekking. Explore over 1,000-year-old monasteries, ancient cave dwellings, nomadic cultures, and moon-like landscapes framed by snow-capped peaks—including the majestic 8,160m Mt. Dhaulagiri.

With the construction of a dirt road now extending all the way to Karola Pass (4,660m) on the Tibetan border, Upper Mustang is fast emerging as a true paradise for adventure bikers.

Itinerary

DAY 1: Arrive in Kathmandu. Transfer to hotel.

We will receive you at the airport and transfer you to our hotel in Thamel. Bikes will be at the hotel the same evening. Meet, greet and tour briefing over dinner.