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Golden-hour mountain pass with prayer flags and a rider
Cross-Border ExpeditionUttarakhandNepal

Indo-Nepal Motorcycle Expedition

Across borders, beyond expectations

Cross from Uttarakhand into Nepal for Bardia, Pokhara, Kathmandu and Chitwan before returning to India.

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Duration
12D / 11N
Distance
2,300 km
Start / End
Kathgodam / Gorakhpur
Max altitude
1,500 m
Next departure
14 Nov – 25 Nov 2026
From
₹54,000
Riding difficulty
Moderate

The expedition

Overview

A cross-border loop from the Kumaon foothills into Nepal’s terai and hills. Ride the Mahendra highway, climb to Pokhara under the Annapurnas, explore Kathmandu valley and finish through Chitwan and Lumbini.

Duration
12 days / 11 nights
Distance
2,300 km
Start → End
Kathgodam → Gorakhpur
Highest altitude
≈ 1,500 m
Riding
Highways and hill roads
Category
Cross-Border Expedition

Who is this ride for?

Riders comfortable with long highway days and mixed traffic.

Highlights

  • High-altitude lake reflecting snow mountains

    Pokhara

    Lakeside town beneath the Annapurna range.

  • Golden-hour mountain pass with prayer flags and a rider

    Kathmandu valley

    Durbar squares and stupas.

  • Misty green forested hills and a winding road

    Chitwan

    Jungle and river country in the terai.

Route map

Stop locations are approximate and the line on the map is indicative only, not the exact road.

Dashed line is an indicative connection between stops, not the road route.

Select a day

Overview

  • Kathgodam· Day 1
  • Mahendranagar· Day 2
  • Bardia· Day 3
  • Butwal· Day 4
  • Pokhara· Day 5
  • Kathmandu· Day 7
  • Sauraha (Chitwan)· Day 9
  • Lumbini· Day 11
  • Gorakhpur· Day 12

Day-by-day itinerary

Distances and riding times are estimates; mountain conditions can change the plan on the day.

  1. Briefing and document checks.

    Route
    Kathgodam
    Overnight
    Kathgodam

Dates & availability

Departures

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Pricing & packages

Prices are per person, plus 5% GST. Departure-specific prices are shown when you book. An advance of 30% secures your place.

  • Rider with own motorcycle

    Indian-registered motorcycle with valid papers.

    ₹68,000

  • Rider with company motorcycle

    Includes motorcycle rental.

    ₹84,000

  • Pillion passenger

    Shares a motorcycle with a rider.

    ₹54,000

What’s included

Included

  • Accommodation on twin-sharing basis
  • Breakfast and dinner
  • Ride leader
  • Border paperwork assistance

Not included

  • Nepal vehicle customs fees
  • Fuel
  • Lunches
  • Personal insurance
  • Travel to the start and from the end point

Accommodation

Hotels and lodges, twin-sharing.

Motorcycles & support

    Luggage: Riders carry their own luggage on this tour.

    Frequently asked questions

    Which documents do I need for Nepal?

    Indian nationals need a valid photo ID such as a passport or voter ID; the motorcycle needs registration, insurance and a customs permit at the border. Requirements change — we confirm them when you book.

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