The Annapurna Circuit Mountain Biking Tour | Ride the World’s Finest High-Altitude Adventure Route with RM Treks
Riding a mountain bike through the Annapurna Circuit isn’t just a journey; it’s a rite of passage. Few routes on earth combine alpine passes above 5,000m, desert-like valleys, ancient villages, endless singletrack, and some of the longest, most glorious descents in the Himalayas. For decades, trekkers have walked these trails in awe. Now, increasingly, skilled riders seek to ride them; and with RM Treks, you ride them with a company that knows every contour, monastery bell, village story, and hidden line.
The Annapurna Circuit Mountain Biking Tour is for riders who crave a true Himalayan challenge: high altitude, technical trails, switchbacks carved into cliffs, and days where your wheels buzz across old footpaths once used by salt traders. It is also a cultural immersion: pedaling through Gurung villages, the Tibetan-influenced culture of Manang, the high-desert mystique of Mustang, and the lush gorge country of the Kali Gandaki.
At RM Treks, we bring more than three decades of Himalayan guiding heritage and the growing expertise of our dedicated MTB guiding team: a rare hybrid of mountain bikers who are also seasoned expedition leaders. This is what sets us apart. We understand altitude, logistics, and responsible trail use in ways that typical biking companies simply cannot. When you ride with us, you are not following a “tour package”: you are joining a well-designed mountain expedition with real local experience behind every decision.
If this is the year you finally take on Thorong La Pass: the legendary 5,416m crossing, on two wheels, then welcome. You’re in the right hands.
We can also arrange your Kathmandu stay before and after the trip as an additional option. Would you like us to include that? WhatsApp us to confirm your itinerary or reserve your trip! Booking open for 2026!!
If you’re ready to ride one of the greatest adventure routes on the planet, we’re ready to guide you with the safety, professionalism, and deep local expertise RM Treks is known for.
Trip Highlights
Ride one of the world’s greatest high-altitude adventure routes: a complete MTB traverse of the Classic Annapurna Circuit from Besisahar to Pokhara.
Cross the legendary Thorong La Pass (5,416m) with a mix of riding, push, and carry sections: a true Himalayan achievement for any mountain biker.
Experience one of the longest descents on earth: a thrilling drop from Thorong La to Muktinath, transitioning from alpine snowfields to Mustang’s high desert.
Dive into rich Himalayan cultures: Gurung villages, Buddhist monasteries, Manangi communities, and the Tibetan heritage of Mustang.
Ride varied technical terrain including pine-forest singletrack, rocky ridgelines, ancient footpaths, cliffside trails, deep-gorge routes, and smooth-flow descents.
Enjoy two acclimatization nights in Manang, with guided hikes and cultural exploration to safely prepare for the high pass.
Discover the dramatic Kali Gandaki Gorge, one of the deepest on the planet, as you ride between towering Himalayan giants.
Explore the apple orchards and charming stone alleys of Marpha, one of the most beautiful villages in Mustang.
Relax in the natural hot springs of Tatopani, the perfect recovery spot after days of long rides.
Ride with RM Treks’ hybrid expertise; decades of trekking leadership + professional MTB guides and mechanics who know these trails intimately.
Fully supported MTB expedition with a support vehicle (where accessible), daily bike checks, mechanical assistance, and safe altitude management.
Eco-conscious adventure; respectful use of trails, low-impact riding, and engagement with local communities.
Ideal for intermediate to advanced riders seeking a blend of technical challenge, cultural immersion, and true high-mountain adventure.
Small group departures & private trips; that can be fully customized for your team’s experience, fitness, and preferred riding style.
Trip Information
Best Season
Autumn (Sept-Nov) & Spring (Mar-May)
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Real experiences from clients who explored the Himalayas with us.
It seems that everyone you meet in Kathmandu is a trekking guide, once you mention that you’re going trekking - and it’s kind of hard to know who to trust and what’s a fair price.
Once we spoke with Rainbow Mountain Treks we felt very safe. The price was better than any random service we had been offered, and they provided us with a lovely guide, who adjusted the trek to our wants.
Right before we were supposed to go, I got admitted to the hospital with food poisoning, so we had to push the trek a couple of days. Rainbow Mountain Trek was very understanding and let us rebook our dates for when we got out of the hospital.
Thank you so much to everyone who helped us at Rainbow Mountain Trek, and a special thanks to our guide Uttar!
Bhola and Bigyan are extremely helpful, welcoming and kind. They always offered refreshments when visiting the office and answered all questions with lots of knowledge. They set up our trek on the Manaslu Circuit with Baikuntha as our guide. The trek was amazing we felt completely safe and sure with Baikuntha’s knowledge and decision making. I will recommend Rainbow Mountain to anyone and everyone that I can for organizing trekking in Nepal!
Es una agencia muy fiable y profesional y , al mismo tiempo, familiar y cercana. Organizaron los billetes para el vuelo panorámico al Everest e incluso me llevaron al aeropuerto ellos mismos! Se canceló 3 veces por el mal tiempo y 3 veces lo volvieron a programar sin coste añadido. La comunicación fue constante y fluida Sòlo puedo dar las gracias a Bygian y su padre
I booked two tours through this service and couldn't be happier. The service was excellent—very responsible, precise, and reliable. The team helped me choose the most suitable activities for my needs, which made all the difference. I am truly grateful for the wonderful experience. I will definitely use their services again for my next trip. Highly recommended!
I stopped into Rainbow Mountain Treks on my way back to my hostel out of curiosity to see how prices for treks compared with other companies. I met Bhola. He never pushed anything on me, just gave me the prices and answered all of the questions I had patienly. The prices were much lower than other companies so I was a bit skeptical. I decided to give it a go. I met my guide Baikuntha, and we had an amazing 10 day trek through Langtang Valley and Gosaikunda Lake. Baikuntha was a true professional and a very kind human being. I'm very grateful to Bhola and his son Bigyan who I dealt with to organise this trek. They are a family run business. Everything is smooth, efficient and personal. Now I will go on two more treks through them and i will pair up with Baikuntha again. I highly recommend Rainbow Mountain Treks, and I'm delighted to have stumbled upon them.
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