GUIDED HIMALAYAN BICYCLE TRIPS
Looking for an epic, challenging, cultural, and spectacularly beautiful guided bicycle trip in the Himalaya? Our unique, ‘off-the-map’, fully-supported bicycle journeys are personally guided by Kim, Lhakpa, and the Kamzang Journeys team, and run in our boutique Kamzang style (generally camping, although we stay in great heritage hotels in Bhutan), with tons of extras and always local expertise. We are passionate about bicycling, exploration, and the Himalayan region with its diverse cultures and our bike trips reflect our love of these regions. We do often enjoy a beer or two at the end of the day, as well …
Join us for one of our adventurous (and fun) guided cycling tours in the Himalaya! Browse through our Cycle the Himalaya photo site for inspiration and Himalayan cycle trip photos. Lonely Planet Tibet | ‘Cycling in Tibet’: “Many of Nepal’s established trekking companies also run Tibet bike tours, notably the foreign-run Kamzang Journeys.”
2024 Cycle the Himalaya | Guided Himalayan Cycling Trips
Summer
An epic guided bicycle tour through Ladakh, in the Indian Himalaya! Starting in the green nomadic regions of Ladakh, we cycle through fabulous high salt lake regions and camp along the sublimely beautiful Pangong, Tsomoriri and Tso Kar lakes. Cycling over 5000m passes on once-restricted routes, we bike through traditional villages, nomadic settlements, and hot springs along the ancient Silk Route. We finish this epic trip in Central Asian Nubra, biking over the 5360m (17,580″) Kardung La pass to reach Leh …
16 June – 12 July (22 Days) – Leh to Leh – Camping + Jeep Support – Kim + Lhakpa (Filling)
Custom & Alternative Cycling Journeys
Upper Mustang Himalayan Bicycle Journey – Nepal Mountain Biking
Our Kamzang Journeys mountain biking trip into Upper Mustang, a breathtakingly beautiful journey following ancient caravan routes into Fabled Upper Mustang’s most remote regions. On our guided cycling tour, we camp with the last Tibetan nomads in Nepal, cycle through hidden regions of Upper Mustang, explore Buddhist ‘sky caves’ and monasteries, and cross Himalayan passes, epic cycling through a piece of ‘old Tibet’ …
Customized Trips (21 Days) – Camping, Hotels + Jeep Support – Kim + Lhakpa
The Great Pakistan KKH Bicycle Journey | Islamabad to the Khunjerab Pass – Pakistan Cycling
Join us for an exciting exploratory bicycle trip through Pakistan, cycling through some of Pakistan’s most beautiful regions, exploring this incredible country by bike. Including some touring by jeep, we cycle all the way to Gilgit, and up the Karakorum Highway to the Khunjerab Pass on the border of western China! A great way to experience this fabulous country, a trip created by Pakistan experts …
Customized Trips (22 Days) – Hotels, Camping + Jeep Support – Kim + Lhakpa
Pokhara to Kathmandu Bicycle Journey – Nepal Cycling
The ultimate two-week Nepal biking adventure through the traditional villages of the incredibly scenic middle hills and valleys of Nepal, from serene Pokhara to the exotic, bustling and timeless Kathmandu valley. One of the Himalaya’s most scenic guided bicycle tours!
Customized Trips – Hotels + Jeep Support – Nepali Cycling Guide
The Great Sri Lanka Bicycle Journey
Lots to explore in the ancient Buddhist land of Sri Lanka, formerly known as Celyon. We’re working on some epic cycling trips to experience the most beautiful, cultural and interesting parts of ‘the pearl of the Indian Ocean’, a trading hub and crossroads of diverse cultures with a history which dates back hundreds of thousands of years …
Exploratory Dates Flexible | Get in Touch! – Kim + Lhakpa
Private Bicycle Journeys – Himalayan Cycling
There are so many incredible options for customized Himalayan bicycle trips, either on trails or road, in boutique and luxury hotels or in more basic, traditional lodges. Let us organize your own personalized Himalayan bicycle journey in Nepal, the Indian Himalaya (Ladakh & Zanskar), Tibet or Bhutan …
Customized Trips – Hotels + Jeep Support – Nepali Cycling Guide
2025 Cycle the Himalaya | Guided Himalayan Cycling Trips
TripAdvisor Reviews!
Winter
The Great Nepal Middle Hills & Himalayan Bicycle (MTB) Journey – Nepal Cycling
The ultimate Nepal cycling adventure through the traditional villages of the incredibly scenic middle hills and valleys of Nepal, from serene Pokhara, Sarangkot and Begnas Lake to the hills of Tansen along the old silk route roads. Nuwakot, Shivapuri National Park, Himalayan sunsets, sunrises and more! One of the Himalayas’ most scenic, cultural and challenging guided bicycle tours. Always with back-up vehicles, lots of culture AND fun!
15 Feb – 7 March (21 Days) – Hotels + Jeep Support – Kim + Lhakpa
15 Feb – 2 March (16 Days) – Hotels + Jeep Support – Kim + Lhakpa (Shorter Trip)
The Great Eastern Nepal Middle HIlls Bicycle (MTB) Journey – Nepal Cycling
An epic exploratory Nepal cycling adventure through the traditional villages of the incredibly scenic middle hills and valleys of eastern Nepal, from Kathmandu to Tumlingtar and the tea country of Ilam and Kanyam! Himalayan sunrises and sunrises, historic middle hills trade routes and Himalayan culture, sacred pilgrimage sites, good roads, incredibly scenic river valleys, challenging cycling (as well as cruising days) and lots of hills, always with back-up vehicles. Full of diverse culture, exploration and fun!
15 Feb – 6 March (20 Days) – Hotels + Jeep Support – Kim + Lhakpa
The Great Bhutan Bicycle Journey – Bhutan & India Cycling
An incredible guided bicycle trip across Bhutan, a magical kingdom of dzongs, spectacular Himalayan peaks, traditional Bhutanese culture, Buddhist festivals (lama dances), and ema datsi (chili + cheese). Join us for a wonderful west-to-east bike journey through this exotic Buddhist kingdom, cycling all the way to the southeast of Bhutan. The trip ends with a flight back to Paro for a final hike to the iconic Tiger’s Nest! An epic, challenging and fun bike trip, staying in Bhutan’s wonderful heritage hotels en route …
25 Feb – 14 March (18 Days) – Hotels + Jeep Support – Pema Tobgay + Jigme
Summer
The Great Lhasa Kathmandu Bicycle Journey – Nepal & Tibet Himalayan Cycling
An epic guided bicycle tour from Tibet to Kathmandu, starting in Lhasa! Cycling through Tibet, the Roof of the World, we visit Lhasa, Shigatse and Gyantse, Yamdrok Tso Lake, traditional villages, Tibetan Buddhist monasteries, cross high Himalayan passes and cycle the Himalaya’s most exciting descents. Join us for this incredible Himalayan bicycle trip across Tibet and back to Kathmandu!
6 (8) June – 1 July (24 Days) – Camping + Hotels – Kim + Lhakpa (Alternative Trip)
Sky Kingdoms Bicycle Journey | Nubra to Ladakh Nomadic Lake Regions (New Pangong Lake & Hanle Route) – Indian Himalaya Cycling
An epic, sublimely beautiful guided bicycle tour through the ‘Sky Kingdoms’ of Ladakh, Indian Himalaya. We cycle through Central Asian Nubra, past sand dunes and Bactian camels along the Shyok and Nubra Rivers, heading for the nomadic lake regions of Ladakh (Pangong, Tsomoriri, Tso Kar). Cycling over 5000m passes on once-restricted routes, we bike through traditional villages, nomadic settlements, and hot springs along the ancient Silk Route.
15 June – 10 July (26 Days) (26 Days) – Leh to Leh – Camping + Jeep Support – Kim + Lhakpa
The Great Indian Himalaya Bicycle Journey – Wild Ladakh, Zanskar & Nubra Mountain Biking Trip
Perhaps the Indian Himalaya’s most spectacular and cutting-edge mountain bicycle trips! We cycle ancient salt-trade routes from Ladakh, via cultural Sham Valley, to Zanskar. As paved mountain roads connect far-flung villages, the Indian Himalaya becomes a mecca for cycling! We cross the glaciated Shingo La pass to Lahaul, and continue to the nomadic salt lake region of Rupshu, crossing high Himalayan passes to reach the historic, sublimely beautiful Central Asian Nubra.
June – July (27 Days) – Leh to Leh – Camping + Jeep Support – Kim + Lhakpa (Alternative Trip)
The Great Indian Himalaya Bicycle Journey (Plus) – Wild Ladakh, Dha Hanu, Zanskar & Nomadic Salt Lakes Cycling (MTB) Trip
Perhaps the most adventurous of all bicycle trips in the Indian Himalaya, mountain biking on newly opened routes through Ladakh, Dha Hanu & Zanskar via the Pensi La & Shingo La Himalayan passes. We cycle by Tso Kar Lake in Rupshu, through the nomadic high lakes regions, crossing high passes and visiting historic monasteries as we cycle. Join us for this challenging, stunningly beautiful guided mountain biking trip crossing the Zanskar and Himalaya ranges!
June – July (27 Days) – Leh to Leh – Camping + Jeep Support – Kim + Lhakpa (Alternative Trip)
Custom & Alternative Cycling Journeys
Upper Mustang Himalayan Bicycle Journey – Nepal Mountain Biking
Our Kamzang Journeys mountain biking trip into Upper Mustang, a breathtakingly beautiful journey following ancient caravan routes into Fabled Upper Mustang’s most remote regions. On our guided cycling tour, we camp with the last Tibetan nomads in Nepal, cycle through hidden regions of Upper Mustang, explore Buddhist ‘sky caves’ and monasteries, and cross Himalayan passes, epic cycling through a piece of ‘old Tibet’ …
Customized Trips (21 Days) – Camping, Hotels + Jeep Support – Kim + Lhakpa
The Great Pakistan KKH Bicycle Journey | Islamabad to the Khunjerab Pass – Pakistan Cycling
Join us for an exciting exploratory bicycle trip through Pakistan, cycling through some of Pakistan’s most beautiful regions, exploring this incredible country by bike. Including some touring by jeep, we cycle all the way to Gilgit, and up the Karakorum Highway to the Khunjerab Pass on the border of western China! A great way to experience this fabulous country, a trip created by Pakistan experts …
Customized Trips (22 Days) – Hotels, Camping + Jeep Support – Kim + Lhakpa
Pokhara to Kathmandu Bicycle Journey – Nepal Cycling
The ultimate two-week Nepal biking adventure through the traditional villages of the incredibly scenic middle hills and valleys of Nepal, from serene Pokhara to the exotic, bustling and timeless Kathmandu valley. One of the Himalaya’s most scenic guided bicycle tours!
Customized Trips – Hotels + Jeep Support – Nepali Cycling Guide
The Great Sri Lanka Bicycle Journey
Lots to explore in the ancient Buddhist land of Sri Lanka, formerly known as Celyon. We’re working on some epic cycling trips to experience the most beautiful, cultural and interesting parts of ‘the pearl of the Indian Ocean’, a trading hub and crossroads of diverse cultures with a history which dates back hundreds of thousands of years …
Exploratory Dates Flexible | Get in Touch! – Kim + Lhakpa
Private Bicycle Journeys – Himalayan Cycling
There are so many incredible options for customized Himalayan bicycle trips, either on trails or road, in boutique and luxury hotels or in more basic, traditional lodges. Let us organize your own personalized Himalayan bicycle journey in Nepal, the Indian Himalaya (Ladakh & Zanskar), Tibet or Bhutan …
Customized Trips – Hotels + Jeep Support – Nepali Cycling Guide
More Cycle the Himalaya | Guided Himalayan Cycling Trips
TripAdvisor Reviews!
Sky Kingdoms Bicycle Journey | Nubra to Ladakh Nomadic Lake Regions (Pangong Lake & Hanle Route) – Indian Himalaya Cycling
An epic, sublimely beautiful guided bicycle tour through the ‘Sky Kingdoms’ of Ladakh, Indian Himalaya. We cycle through Central Asian Nubra, past sand dunes and Bactian camels along the Shyok and Nubra Rivers, heading for the nomadic lake regions of Ladakh (Pangong, Tsomoriri, Tso Kar). Cycling over 5000m passes on once-restricted routes, we bike through traditional villages, nomadic settlements, and hot springs along the ancient Silk Route.
16 June – 11 July (26 Days) – Leh to Leh – Camping + Jeep Support – Kim + Lhakpa (Alternative Trip)
The Great Ladakh, Zanskar & Kashmir Bicycle Journey –– Indian Himalaya Cycling
One of the Indian Himalaya’s best bicycle trips, we go on and off-road to some of Ladakh & Zanskar’s most beautiful regions, including Dha Hanu, Sham, Zanskar, alpine Kashmir & the water world of Srinagar for a houseboat stay and shikara boat trip on Dal Lake. Join us for one of the Himalaya’s greatest guided bicycle tours! (Shorter cycle route available)
June – July (23 days) – Leh to Leh – Camping + Jeep Support – Kim + Lhakpa (Alternative Trip)
The Great Indian Himalaya Bicycle Journey – Wild Ladakh, Zanskar & Nubra Mountain Biking Trip
Perhaps the Indian Himalaya’s most spectacular and cutting-edge mountain bicycle trips! We cycle ancient salt-trade routes from Ladakh, via cultural Sham Valley, to Zanskar. As paved mountain roads connect far-flung villages, the Indian Himalaya becomes a mecca for cycling! We cross the glaciated Shingo La pass to Lahaul, and continue to the nomadic salt lake region of Rupshu, crossing high Himalayan passes to reach the historic, sublimely beautiful Central Asian Nubra.
June – July (27 Days) – Leh to Leh – Camping + Jeep Support – Kim + Lhakpa (Alternative Trip)
Upper Mustang Himalayan Bicycle Journey – Nepal Mountain Biking
Our Kamzang Journeys mountain biking trip into Upper Mustang, a breathtakingly beautiful journey following ancient caravan routes into Fabled Upper Mustang’s most remote regions. On our guided cycling tour, we camp with the last Tibetan nomads in Nepal, cycle through hidden regions of Upper Mustang, explore Buddhist ‘sky caves’ and monasteries, and cross Himalayan passes, epic cycling through a piece of ‘old Tibet’ …
Dates Flexible! (21 Days) – Camping, Hotels + Jeep Support – Kim + Lhakpa