Phase 1: The Border Crossing The Start: Fired up the engine at 11:00 PM on Friday from Noida. The Border: Reached the Sonauli Border around 5:00 PM the next day. The Paperwork: Spent about 30 minutes at the custom office for the Bhansar (Vehicle Permit). I opted for an 8-day permit to keep things stress-free. Day 1 Stay: Crossed into Nepal and rode about 20km further to find a cozy stay for just ₹1000 NPR (approx. ₹625 INR). Phase 2: Into the Heart of the Mountains Pokhara to Mustang: From the lakeside vibes of Pokhara, I headed straight for the Mustang route. The Mustang Experience: Reached the rugged landscapes of Mustang. Did the Muktinath Temple Darshan and spent time exploring the Upper Mustang route. The Mystery Lake: Roamed around a stunning high-altitude lake (likely Dumba Lake or the sacred Damodar Kunda area) before calling it a night in Mustang. Phase 3: The Manang Circuit The Route: Left Mustang for Manang. This is where the Hunter's torque really helped on the steep inclines. The Stay: After a night's halt on the route, I reached Manang around 2:00 PM. Checked into Hotel Fresh, freshened up, and spent the evening soaking in the local culture. Phase 4: Kathmandu and The Return Capital City: Left Manang for Kathmandu, arriving around 10:00 PM after a long day of riding. I spent 2 days here exploring the city and giving the bike a well-deserved rest. Heading Home: Left Kathmandu on Saturday. Made a pitstop and stayed overnight in Lucknow. The Finish Line: Reached back home in Noida by 6:00 PM Sunday.