RIDE THE GIANTS; ENDURO MOUNTAIN BIKING IN THE BIGGEST MOUNTAINS IN THE WORLD

This has to be ultimate for bikers who give the preference to fqst flowing downhill and technical rides. This two weeks trip encompasses some of the most amazing and hair raising downhill rides on the planet.

All climbs to the top on this trip are by van, cable-car or plane ( except, sorry, in high mountain where we will have two times to reach the very top of the summit by ourselves).Soon to learn what real downhill and enduro mountain biking really is, during these two weeks we are going to develop our technical skills and get our adrenaline pumping by riding some of the most demanding trails in the world..... A truely awesome memory.

From the moment you arrive you will be awe struck by the sheer size of these mountains, the Himalayas stretch over 2000 miles from Afghanistan in the west to Assam in eastern India. On a clear day, flying into Katmandu is an unforgettable experience.

For this truely one of a kind mountain bike holiday you can only but imagine what you are in for. Words cannot do it justice; so get in touch and let us know whether you want to see the world in a different way.

 KATHMANDU
Arrive in Kathmandu. Meet with the group leader and the other participants, time to fix bike and explore the city.

KATHMANDU VALLEY
Ride some of the summits of the Kathmandu valley; Van Shuttles. Night in Bhaktapur

MANAKAMANA (1600m)
Transfer to Mugling by van. Take advantage of the cable-car to reach the summit and the temple of Goddess Manakamanana. Steep Downhill, very technical and a lot of switchbacks Evening transfer to Pokhara
Physical difficulty: ++++ Technical skills: +++++

POKHARA VALLEY
During these two days we are going to experience some of the best downhill in Nepal, a lot of different variety of trails in magnificent scenery... Van Shuttles
Physical difficulty: ++++ Technical skills: +++++

CHARME - MANANG
As the valley widens we will arrive on a relatively large highland, Manang ( altitude : 3450m ), is the capital and the of the district, it offers amazing views of the Annapurna.
Ride distance: 30km Uneven positive: 1000m 
Physical difficulty: +++ Technical skills: ++

N.b The first few days can be easily adapted to fit your needs. It is necessary to take a few days acclimatizing to the high altitude before riding alot.

---> KALIGANDAKI GORGE & LUPPRA VALLEY
On day seven we take an early morning flight into the heart of the Himalayas. Although only half an hour in flying time from Pokhara, we are transported into a different world. At 6km deep, the Kali Gandaki valley dissects the Himalaya. It has been an ancient salt trading route connecting the Indian subcontinent with the Tibetan plateau for hundreds of years. Getting off the plane, the lunar landscape in Jomsom is in stark contrast to the verdant Pokhara valley.

For the next four days, we ride through a diverse range of climates, topography, culture, religions and communities. This is rugged terrain with about 90% of the time spent in the saddle. There is no support vehicle for this leg of the tour ( we will have porter for caring extra clothes...). The riding is technical and at times demanding as we steer round boulders, under rock cornices, trough tight passes and over suspension bridges perched hundreds of feet above the Gandaki River. As we pass between Dhaulagiri (8167m) and Annapurna (8091m) we are 6,000m deep in the gorge - a one in a lifetime experience.
Physical difficulty: +++++ Technical skills: +++++