Everest View Motorbike Tour - 6 Days

Travel Styles Active Adventures

Country Nepal

Best Season Mar To November

Group Private

Max. Altitude 12,467 Ft./ 3,800 M.

Grade Adventurous

Hotel Hotel/ Lodge

Transportation Royal Enfield Bikes

Travel Styles: Active Adventures

Country: Nepal

Best Season: Feb–May / Sept–Nov

Group: Private

Max. Altitude: 2,800 M. / 9,190 Ft. (Pattale Danda)

Grade: Easy to Moderate

Hotel: Guest house/ Resort/ Teahouse

Transportation: Royal Enfield Bikes

Ride out of Kathmandu on a paved highway all the way to Pattale Danda, a hilltop viewpoint on the Okhaldhunga–Solukhumbu border where Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, and a wall of 6,000–8,000 metre peaks fill the horizon. No off-road trail, no restricted permits — just six days of good asphalt, river valleys, and one of the closest, easiest Everest views in Nepal.

Everest View Motorcycle Tour Overview

Not every Everest view in Nepal requires a multi-day trek or a Tibet-side permit run. The Everest View Motorbike Tour with Nepal Moto Tours takes you from Kathmandu, along the Araniko and BP Highways, to the small Rai village of Pattale Danda — long used by trekkers as a back route to Everest Base Camp via Salleri and Phaplu, and now one of the best on-road viewpoints for Everest in the country.

Everest View Motorbike Adventure - Highlights and Experience

This ride swaps high-altitude off-road riding for good tarmac, river valleys, and hairpin hill roads — a genuinely accessible way to get close to Everest on two wheels, well suited to riders taking their first international motorcycle trip.

Pattale Danda viewpoint

At roughly 2,800 metres, Pattale Danda is considered the second-best on-road vantage point for Everest after Kala Patthar, with sightlines to Everest, Kanchenjunga, Makalu, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, Cho Oyu, and more on a clear day.

Sun Koshi River

The route follows the Sun Koshi River for much of the ride, with a resort stop at Khurkot right on its sandy banks — a good place to unwind between riding days.

Araniko and BP Highways

The ride runs on well-paved highway through Bhaktapur, Dhulikhel, Banepa, and Sindhuli, with sweeping views of Annapurna, Ganesh Himal, Langtang, and Gaurishankar along the way.

Rai village culture

Pattale sits in Rai community territory rather than the Sherpa villages of the classic Everest Base Camp trail, giving riders a different cultural experience alongside the mountain views.

Rhododendron hillsides

In spring, the hills around Pattale turn red and pink with blooming rhododendron, adding another layer to the sunrise viewpoint hike.

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu (Elevation 1,400 m)

After your arrival in Kathmandu, you will get to know your guide while you make preparations to start the trip. You will receive information about safety protocols in addition to getting details about the planned course and learning about bike setup

Day 2: Ride to Khurkot (Elevation 575 m) — 120 KM (4/5 hours)

Head out via the Araniko Highway through Bhaktapur, Sanga, Banepa, and Dhulikhel, with stops to admire the Annapurna, Ganesh Himal, Langtang, and Gaurishankar ranges. Continue on the Banepa–Sindhuli–Bardibas route to the BP Highway, arriving at a riverside resort in Khurkot on the banks of the Sun Koshi River.

Day 3: Ride to Pattale Danda (2,800 m) — 124 KM (5/6 hours)

Follow the BP Highway along the Sun Koshi River before turning onto the Pushpalal and Siddhicharan Highways through the rural villages and fields of Okhaldhunga district. Climb steadily to Pattale Danda for an overnight stay at a mountain teahouse, with Everest and its neighbouring giants visible from the village itself.

Day 4: Pattale Viewpoint Sunrise, Explore Pattale Bazaar, Ride Back to Khurkot — 124 KM

Rise early for the short hike to Pattale's viewpoint for sunrise over Everest, Kanchenjunga, Makalu, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, and the surrounding Himalayan skyline. Spend the late morning exploring Pattale Bazaar and its village lanes before riding back down to Khurkot by the same route.

Day 5: Ride Back to Kathmandu — 120 KM (4/5 hours)

Retrace the Sun Koshi valley road back through Banepa, Dhulikhel, Sanga, and Bhaktapur to Kathmandu. In the evening, enjoy a farewell dinner at a Nepali restaurant to close out the tour.

Day 6: Final Departure

Transfer to the airport for your onward flight.

More Information

Difficulty Level — Everest View Motorbike Tour

This is one of the easier motorbike tours in our lineup — almost entirely on paved highway, with no high-altitude exposure and no technical off-road riding. It suits riders taking their first international motorcycle tour, provided they're comfortable handling a bike independently on hill roads with hairpin bends. Daily riding runs 4–6 hours, with one longer 7–8 hour day on Day 4 that combines the sunrise hike with the ride back to Khurkot.

If you want a genuine Everest view without the altitude risk or permit complexity of Everest Base Camp, this ride is for you.

Permits & Requirements For Everest View Motorbike Tour

No special permits are required for this route. A valid international driving license is required to ride.

Best Time to Ride to Pattale Danda

The best seasons for the Everest View Motorbike Tour are:

Autumn (September–November)
Spring (March–May)

Autumn brings dry roads and the clearest mountain views; spring brings warmer riding weather and rhododendron blooms on the hills around Pattale. Winter (December–February) is rideable but cold at altitude, with occasional light snow at Pattale Danda; monsoon (June–August) brings wetter, less predictable highway conditions.

Culture & Attractions on the Everest View Route

This ride combines a genuine Himalayan panorama with Rai village culture, distinct from the Sherpa villages found on the classic Everest Base Camp trail.

Tour highlights include:

Pattale Danda viewpoint
Everest, Kanchenjunga, Makalu, Lhotse, and Ama Dablam views
Sun Koshi River and Khurkot
Rai village life and hospitality
Dhulikhel and the Araniko Highway hill views

Cost of an Everest View Motorcycle Tour

The cost depends on:

Group size
Motorcycle type
Accommodation category
Tour duration

Tour packages typically include:

Motorcycle rental and fuel
Accommodation
Guide support
Mechanic assistance and support vehicle

What's Included in the Everest View Guided Tour Package?

Royal Enfield 350cc motorbike with fuel
Professional guide and mechanic support
Support vehicle carrying luggage, spares, and tools
Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu, resort in Khurkot, teahouse in Pattale
Breakfast throughout, plus dinner on riding days as specified
Farewell dinner in Kathmandu
Airport transfers

What's Not Included In the Package?

International airfare and travel insurance
Meals not specified in the itinerary
Bike insurance
Personal expenses, drinks, and souvenirs
Tips for guide and support staff
Any damage to the motorbike caused by rider negligence

Accommodation & Food on the Everest View Tour

Nights in Kathmandu and Khurkot are spent in comfortable 3-star hotels and resorts; Pattale Danda offers a simpler mountain teahouse with shared rooms.

Meals included are breakfast throughout, with dinner included in Khurkot and on the final night in Kathmandu. Other meals are self-funded, giving riders the flexibility to choose from local menus.

Safety & Rider Support on the Everest View Motorbike Adventure

Our Everest View motorcycle tours include:

Experienced guide and mechanic
Support vehicle following the group
First aid kit carried on the ride
Route planning and logistics management

Riders should carry valid travel insurance covering motorcycle riding, ideally with air rescue coverage up to 3,000 metres.

Travel Tips for Everest View Tour Riders

Carry a valid international driving license
Stay hydrated, especially on the climb to Pattale Danda
Pack warm layers for Pattale — evenings are noticeably colder than Kathmandu
Start early each day to avoid riding after dark
Expect some potholes and rough patches even on paved highway sections

Packing List for an Everest View Motorbike Tour

Dos & Don'ts for Riding the Everest View Route

Do:

Respect Rai village life and customs at Pattale
Ride within your comfort level on hairpin sections
Stay hydrated and take regular breaks on long riding days
Follow your guide's instructions on the road

Don't:

Ride after dark
Push your pace beyond your riding ability
Litter on the trail or in villages
Skip travel insurance

What Makes This Everest View Motorbike Tour Different?

One of the most accessible on-road Everest views in Nepal — no permits, no restricted area
Beginner-friendly paved highway riding suited to first-time international riders
A close look at Rai village life, distinct from the classic Sherpa route to EBC
Support vehicle carrying luggage, tools, and spares throughout
A genuinely close mountain panorama at Pattale Danda, second only to Kala Patthar

Why Book Your Everest View Motorcycle Adventure with Us?

We are local, and it shows. Nepal Moto Tours is based in Bhaktapur, Nepal. Our road captains and guides know these highways well.
A fleet built for the route. Our Royal Enfield Classic 350 handles the highway and hill sections comfortably; we also offer the Himalayan 410, Himalayan 450, and Honda CRF 250L for riders who prefer them.
A support vehicle the whole way. A vehicle follows the group carrying luggage, spare parts, and a mechanic, so you ride light.
Small groups, private experience. We run private departures — your pace, your itinerary.
Transparent pricing, no hidden costs. Accommodation, fuel, guide fees, and mechanic support are included, and we tell you upfront what isn't.