Annapurna Circuit Biking- 14 Days

Ama Adventure representative will pick you up from the airport. After settling in at your lodge, spend the evening exploring the neighborhood. If you’re staying near Thamel or Patan, enjoy the the beautiful collection of temples, statues, palaces, and shops for local crafts.

A scenic drive west takes you to the trailhead at Besisahar. Watch rice fields and hillside villages pass by as you enter the Marsyangdi Valley. The town is the gateway to the Annapurna region and buzzes with trekkers and porters. You’ll have time to check your gear and enjoy your first mountain sunset.

Begin your journey along jeep tracks and narrow paths beside the Marsyangdi River. Ride through subtropical forests and vibrant Gurung villages before reaching the cascading waterfalls of Tal. The sound of rushing water follows you all day. You’ll see prayer flags fluttering over suspension bridges and welcoming smiles in every village.

Climb through rhododendron groves and barley fields. A steep section at Danaque challenges your legs, but you’re rewarded with epic views of Lamjung Himal and Annapurna II. Cross suspension bridges and pass mani walls etched with prayers. Chame greets you with hot springs and views of giant cliffs guarding the valley.

The trail opens into alpine landscapes. Ride through the painted village of Pisang and past mani walls and chortens. You’ll glimpse towering peaks like Annapurna IV and feel the crisp mountain air deepen. The route offers wide mountain vistas and winds past prayer wheels turned endlessly by water.

Spend the day adjusting to altitude. Hike to Gangapurna Lake or visit the ancient Braga Monastery carved into the cliffside. Visit the Himalayan Rescue Association center for altitude info or sip tea at a cozy bakery. You can also explore side trails or chat with local elders who share old trade stories.

Ascend slowly along the alpine trail. You’ll pass grazing yaks, scrubby juniper trees, and stunning views of the Chulu peaks. Keep an eye out for blue sheep on the cliffs above. The landscape grows more rugged and windswept as you approach Yak Kharka.

Ride to Thorong Phedi and make the steep push to High Camp. The air is thin and the pace slower. Snow-dusted ridges and silence surround you. The tea house at High Camp offers simple comfort before tomorrow’s big ascent.

Start before dawn. You’ll likely carry your bike for the final push to the pass. At the summit, colorful prayer flags dance in the wind with views stretching into Mustang and Tibet. The descent is technical and rewarding as you enter the sacred zone of Muktinath. Pilgrims circle shrines and eternal flames, offering prayers amid the peaks.

Drop into the windswept Lupra Valley, home to a rare Bon monastery. Pass through Jomsom and continue to Marpha, famous for apple orchards and stone-lined alleys. Visit a distillery or try apple crumble at a local café. The village’s whitewashed buildings and cobbled lanes feel frozen in time.

Ride through pine forests, cascading waterfalls, and terraced hills. The route winds past old villages like Ghasa and Dana. End your day soaking in Tatopani’s natural hot springs beneath a canopy of stars. It’s a perfect place to relax your muscles and reflect on the journey.

Enjoy a final downhill ride along the Kali Gandaki before reaching Beni. From here, drive to Pokhara and relax by Phewa Lake with a celebratory meal. The lakeside is alive with music, boats, and good food. Enjoy one last sunset over the Annapurna range.

After breakfast, we drive back to Kathmandu. You can rest on your own, catching souvenir shopping and exploring the neighborhood. In the evening Ama Adventure will organize dinner to celebrate the success of our trip.

Today marks the end of your journey. An Ama Adventure representative will transfer you to the airport for your flight home. We hope to see you on the next adventure.