Motorbike to Gyangphedi

Ride through the remote roadways of Nepal to experience Nepali village culture and be amazed by the astounding natural beauty.

Highlights

• Airport to airport itinerary
• Stay at Ethico Retreat
• Experience bumpy rides in the off road
• Stay in homestays and experience local village life
• Experience Tibetan and Tamang cultures
• Swimming in mountain streams

1. Day 1Arrive in Kathmandu

   Our team meets you at Kathmandu airport and drives you to Ethico Retreat, where you settle in, get a short welcome and rest.

2. Day 2Orientation and city tour

   Breakfast at the café, then trek preparation with your guide: local customs, the route on a map and a simple packing list. The rest of the day is a tour of Kathmandu to understand its culture, faith and the social issues behind our work.

3. Day 3Ride to GP (1600 m / 5249 ft) (5 hr drive)
4. Day 4Hike to Ghyang danda and back to GP
5. Day 5Ride back to Kathmandu
6. Day 6Rest and debrief

   Breakfast at the café and a chat with the team about your trip, then a free day: mountain biking, bungee jumping or shopping for gifts are all options nearby.

7. Day 7Depart

   A driver takes you to the airport a few hours before your flight, after your last goodbyes.

Nuwakot
District

Surya Chaur

Shivapuri

Shivapuri

Budhanilkantha

Panchkhal

Bidur

Changunarayan

Bungtang

Panchpokhari Thangpal

Indrawati

Ducheshwar

Shivapuri Peak2,732 m

Trail map

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1KathmanduDays 1–2, 5–7 · 1,400 m

2GyangphediDays 3–4 · 1,600 m

10 km

1. 1KathmanduDays 1–2, 5–7 · Ride out from Patan · 1,400 m
2. 2GyangphediDays 3–4 · 1,600 m

The route follows the itinerary day by day. Flights are dotted lines. Contours every 250 m, traced from real elevation data (Terrain Tiles on AWS: SRTM and others). Roads, places, districts, water and landmarks © OpenStreetMap contributors.