About this journey
Travel overland from the historic heart of India into Nepal, journeying through sacred cities, ancient traditions and wild landscapes—from the spiritual energy of Varanasi to the jungles of Chitwan and the Kathmandu Valley.
Delhi → Agra → Lucknow → Varanasi → Sunauli Border → Lumbini → Chitwan → Kathmandu
Crossing into Nepal with the whole group cheering — we had cycled for days to earn that moment. Nothing about it felt touristy. It felt real.
Perfect for
- Adventure cyclists
- Himalayan dreamers
- Cross-border explorers
- Groups who love the open road
- Travellers seeking something beyond the usual
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What you will experience
You will cycle from the Indian plains through terraced foothills and river valleys, crossing into Nepal with your support vehicle never far behind. Days blend exertion with wonder — village chai stops, monastery visits, lakeside viewpoints, and evenings in guesthouses where the Himalayas feel close enough to touch. This is overland travel as it should be: unhurried, supported, and unforgettable.
Highlights
- Supported cycling from India across the border into Nepal
- Himalayan mountain passes and switchback roads
- Kathmandu — temples, stupas, and old-city bazaars
- Village encounters and cultural exchanges along the route
- Lakeside viewpoints and monastery visits in the foothills
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Suggested itinerary
Arrive, bike fitting, and briefing. Begin cycling through the northern plains with your support crew, building rhythm on quiet rural roads.
Climb into terraced hill country. Village stops, monastery visits, and guesthouse nights as the landscape grows steeper and greener.
Cross into Nepal overland. Celebrate the milestone, then continue through river valleys toward the Kathmandu Valley.
Explore the capital — Durbar Square, Swayambhunath, and the old city’s narrow lanes. Time to wander, shop, and absorb Nepal’s unique energy.
Final morning at leisure. Departure from Kathmandu with legs tired, spirit lifted, and stories that will last a lifetime.
Good to know
- Best season: September to November and March to May for clear mountain views
- Fitness: moderate cycling fitness required; daily distances adjusted to the group
- Includes: bikes, helmets, support vehicle, guides, and border assistance
- Visas: we provide guidance for India and Nepal entry requirements
The Kathmandu Trail is for travellers who want more than a flight into a capital city. It is for those who believe the journey itself — every hill, every border, every cup of chai at a roadside stall — is the destination.