
WHAT OUR BOLD ADVENTURERS SAY
Profound thanks for your all-round professional service.
Roger Clarkson | England
Profound thanks for your all-round professional service.
Ride: Grand Canyon India
I was very happy with the way that you and all the members of your team responded to my accident and its aftermath.
The calm but decisive immediate action, and then the follow up support and advice was reassuring and helped me deal with both the immediate shock and then the decision making.
I felt that you were supportive and clear in your advice. Not only that, but you immediately helped with practical actions to quickly support my decisions to return 'to base'.
You then maintained contact with me at just the right regular intervals so that I knew there was someone there monitoring my situation.
You and Vidhya managed all this whilst managing and leading an ongoing tour without, as far as I could tell, missing a beat for the others on the tour.
I know that this is not quite the sort of testimonial that you might want to publicise to future tour customers.
But, you certainly have my support and profound thanks for your all-round professional service.
Roger Clarkson | England
Five stars without hesitation.
Richard Etheridge | New Zealand
Five stars without hesitation.
Ride: Grand Canyon India
I recently completed the Grand Canyon motorcycle tour in South India with Nomadic Knights, led by Alex, and it was a fun and unforgettable experience from start to finish.
The riding was absolutely incredible — a true adventure in every sense.
South Indian roads keep you sharp!
From dodging cows, dogs, and even the occasional monkey, to navigating buses and trucks that appear out of nowhere, every day was engaging and exciting. It’s the kind of riding that makes you feel fully alive and dialled in.
Alex is a superb leader — calm, organised, and clearly experienced in handling the unique challenges of riding in India.
The support riders were fantastic as well — always alert, helpful, and right where they needed to be to keep the group safe and moving smoothly.
If you’re looking for real-world riding, incredible culture, and a properly managed tour, this one’s hard to beat.
Five stars without hesitation.
Richard Etheridge | New Zealand
Alex and his team delivered a top-class motorcycle adventure
Stephen Hall | England
Alex and his team delivered a top-class motorcycle adventure
Ride: Grand Canyon India
This particular trip appealed to me as it was 99% on road and all tarmac. It was a much easier ride than I had ridden on previous adventure trips, but as always, these tours are not your normal lightweight touristy sightseeing rides.
The riding was mixed, and I was able to cruise along at 100 kph on perfect roads. On some days, we had to thread our way through forested Tiger reserves, across stoney tracks and a couple of narrow suspension bridges thrown in for good measure.
At the end of each day’s riding, there was always a good place to stay, great food and a cool beer if wanted. Many of the places we stayed had a pool which was a godsend after a hot and dusty day in the saddle.
Alex and his team delivered a top-class motorcycle adventure through South India and took us to places we had never heard off. I honestly can’t think of any improvements that could be made, it was perfect.
I’m already planning my next trip to India with Nomadic Knights.
Stephen Hall | England
Life is too short not to do these things
Helen Hall | England
Life is too short not to do these things
Ride: Grand Canyon India
Some of the days were often challenging but always achievable.
The ride had the right mix of roads so as not to make it too difficult, but enough to still enjoy the journey. I had such a great time meeting fellow adventurers, laughing a lot and the odd bit of singing. Yes, singing!
I made many new friends along the way.
Alex knows how to plan and deliver the most exciting experiences when it comes to motorcycle adventure, nothing is left to chance. Even when things didn’t always go to plan, Alex, his wife Vidhya, and the team, are always able to deal with anything that comes along and there’s always a contingency.
I felt completely safe throughout.
Riding a motorcycle in India is a full spectrum, full immersion experience. We had the opportunity to try a number of different bikes, and my favourite was the 450 Himalayan. It’s just perfect for India.
Life is too short not to do these things. It’s so easy to stay at home and be well centered in your comfort zone. But this ride expanded that zone and enriched me to the core.
I’ll be back.
Helen Hall | England
The most authentic South India tour
Solomon Daniel | India
The most authentic South India tour
Ride: Grand Canyon India
This is my third ride with Alex and his team and I’m writing this as a South Indian, someone who actually lives here.
This is not your usual stop and start sightseeing motorcycle tour.
Some of the days are long and it's a truly authentic deep dive into South Indian culture. We rode well off the tourist trail and even I hadn’t heard of many of places before.
Alex has lived in India for almost 20 years and the knowledge and experience he has really stood out. What he offers is very impressive.
I was initially riding a 411 Himalayan, however, I got to ride the 500cc Limited Edition Bullet Trials, a KTM 390 Adventure, a Triumph 400 X Scrambler, a 450 Himalayan and one of the very last 500cc Bullets that came of the production line. I had a day on each one.
These are motorcycles from his own personal collection that he brings along.
All the bikes were fitted with USB chargers, removable tank bags and soft panniers. The fitted luggage was perfect, and it meant that I didn’t need to wear a rucksack in such warm weather. And the extra storage for water, camera and snacks etc was ideal.
I loved all of it, the beaches, the tiger reserves, the stunning roads and the many laughs we had along the way. The ride had a real sense of camaraderie, and I made new friends.
If you want to ride in South India, chose this tour, there’s nothing better on offer.
Solomon Daniel | India
An exemplary adventure experience
Philip Hill | Scotland
An exemplary adventure experience
Ride: Grand Canyon India
I’m safely home and reflecting.
I genuinely can’t think of any improvements that might have made for a better tour.
The planning, the preparation of the bikes, the route navigation, the accommodation and team support was first class.
One of the riders had an off on the third day and had to leave the ride due to an injured shoulder. The way that Alex & his team dealt with the whole situation was exemplary and extremely impressive.
These guys really know their stuff and were professional at all times.
The information provided during the morning briefings were everything we needed to know.
Alex and the Nomadic Knights team provided an exemplary adventure experience from all aspects.
If challenging motorcycle riding in the chaos and colour of India is your bag, you should book this now, you will be pleased you did.
I’m booked again to ride the Roof Of India in July.
Philip Hill | Scotland
It's a life changing experience
Jack Jackson | England
It's a life changing experience
Ride: Rode To Everest
Riding the Rode To Everest with Nomadic Knights and the team was one of the most breathtaking experiences of my life.
Every mile was an adventure. The roads and dramatic landscapes are dreamlike, almost unreal.
Every turn revealed something new and spectacular. Riding at high altitude added a sense of challenge and accomplishment and I had to pinch myself as I rode across one of the most extraordinary places on earth.
The Tibetan Plateau and Everest Base Camp feel like another world. They’re desolate, lonely, stunningly beautiful and soul satisfying all at the same time.
If you love motorcycles and crave a top notch adventure, choose to ride with Alex and his team. The Rode To Everest is an absolute must.
It's a life changing experience.
Jack Jackson | England
The team are all excellent and welcoming, nothing is too much for them.
Dave Johnson | England
The team are all excellent and welcoming, nothing is too much for them.
Ride: Rode To Everest
A friend of mine had been on two tours with Alex and the team in India and had told me about the Rode To Everest tour, so I booked up with him. It did not disappoint.
We started with an excellent hotel in Kathmandu. The location, food and room were all perfect. It also had a bar that served cold craft ales, what a find.
I was surprised how good the hotels and roads in Tibet were. The adventure was tough sometimes with the altitude but hugely rewarding.
The team are all excellent and welcoming, nothing is too much for them. The Himalayan 450’s are perfect for the job and were immaculately maintained by the team throughout the tour.
I met riders from all walks of life and countries who quickly became friends for life. I’ve also got some real good photos for the album and to show the lads in the pub.
Go on and book this ride, you know you want to.
Dave Johnson | England
I love the sense of humour on the rides
Geoff Archie | Tasmania
I love the sense of humour on the rides
Ride: Rode To Everest
I have done numerous trips with Nomadic Knights and one of the reasons I return is the professional approach of Alex, Vidhya, and the team.
And as a complete contrast, I love the sense of humour on the rides, it seems like nothing is sacred. The silliness is fantastic.
On our adventures together, I have seen riders pushing and pulling bikes up extremely muddy hills, repairing bikes and tyres in very unusual places, and even welding the front on a bike because that was the bike assigned to go into Tibet and it couldn’t be changed.
The list goes on.
Also things like border crossings where armed soldiers have stopped and interviewed us individually and held us up for an hour or more. Accommodation on recce rides that couldn’t fit us all in, not to mention being lost and unable to find the hotel in 45 degree heat (Alex had not been there before).
There was a time when a rider got altitude sickness at Mount Everest and Alex and his team were magnificent. I had no idea the knowledge and skills these guys had in administering first aid and oxygen. Luckily the rider was okay and fully recovered.
These have all been overcome by Alex and the crew while still managing to maintain a positive attitude throughout the group. Nothing ever seems to be an unsolvable problem!
This all gives you peace of mind so you can just enjoy the ride and experience the adventure of a lifetime.
Personally, I’ve always enjoyed the challenges we’ve faced as they’ve been dealt with expertly.
In my view, it makes it more of an adventure.
Geoff Archie | Tasmania
Seeing and experiencing something that so few will ever do
Tim Jones | Australia
Seeing and experiencing something that so few will ever do
Ride: Rode To Everest
So at last, after years of Tin Tin inspired curiosity, I am to ride a motorcycle across the Tibetan Plateau and climb the stairs of the Potala Palace, then to put the cherry on top, I will spend the night at Everest Base Camp and watch the sun go down over the north face.
This was my second trip with Alex, Vidhya and the exceptional Nomadic knights team and I couldn’t wait to be under the gentle, calming and happy guidance of Lovely, Ravi and demon spanner man Pankaj.
They are a delight to be with and help all the guests to begin to understand the change of pace, understand a different life and blend in a little less awkwardly. Always there with the big welcome, a friendly chat and a chance to feel a part of the team.
The Rode To Everest is very different to the Roof Of India ride. The Indian Himalayas trip challenges you from the outset and puts you into places like the Spiti Valley, Kashmir and Manali that will make your senses burst with excitement. You’re in such a foreign land and the riding challenge was turned all the way up to 11 from day one.
The Everest ride is a slow burn, a creeping realisation that you are doing, seeing, and experiencing something that so few will ever do.
The ride to the Nepal/Tibet border tested us immediately with good roads, bad roads and no roads. But it is all rewarded with a beaming smile and a cold beer from Alex as you climb exhausted from the bike.
The next day is up, up, up, and when you pull to the side of the road and look around you at the snow-capped peaks towering above, and realise that you are a little out of breath but no wonder, you are at 4,000m and the next chai stop is at 5,250m!
Tibet unfolds as you ride and the locals are very friendly, some in traditional costume but not for our benefit, they do that daily.
The roads are excellent and some as twisty and as switchback as you can manage and all the time you edge closer to Everest. The teasing peeks of it in the distance become up close and personal in the weirdly dream like world of the North Face Base Camp.
If you are wondering if you should do this, yes, you should.
It sets your soul and spirit free.
Tim Jones | Australia
An adventure I’ll remember for the rest of my life
Chad Mossop | Canada
An adventure I’ll remember for the rest of my life
Ride: Rode To Everest
I recently completed the Rode To Everest with Nomadic Knights, and it was an incredible experience.
The entire trip was extremely well organized and the guides were fantastic—professional, knowledgeable, and great to ride with.
Alex, the owner, rode with us all the way and went above and beyond to make sure everything ran smoothly.
My highlights included riding past the beautiful Yamdrok Lake and the unforgettable climb to Everest Base Camp at around 5,500 meters with endless switchbacks. The Royal Enfield Himalayans were perfect for the terrain.
What made the trip even more special was doing it with my dad.
An adventure I’ll remember for the rest of my life.
If you want authentic adventure, I highly recommend Nomadic Knights.
Chad Mossop | Canada
Alex and his team were always on hand to help
Simon Wilson | England
Alex and his team were always on hand to help
Ride: Rode To Everest
I did Alex's Rode To Everest motorcycle adventure in October 2025. Some other friends had already booked in late 2024 and when I found out, on a whim I booked my place as well.
Having wanted to see Mount Everest up close and personal for a while - this seemed a great opportunity to do so. In talking about it I asked my daughter if she'd like to come as well, as pillion.
We added a few extra days before to see the sights of Delhi, and a few extra days after to see a little more of Kathmandu.
I love motorbikes and spend quite a lot of time fiddling with them as well as riding. As much as I want to be in my own mind, I'm no riding god and have a limited amount of off road experience.
As the departure day got closer it seemed everything was against us - floods washing away the roads (common), washing away the main border crossing (not common), snow closing the entire Everest region, and rioting in Kathmandu (also not common).
I must admit a fair amount of doubt built in my mind and part of me secretly hoped it would be cancelled.
It wasn't.
Just as photographs and videos don't tell the whole story, neither can words. It was an epic journey. Everest was obviously the highlight but there were many others - Lhasa is incredible, the Tibetan and Nepalese people are lovely. Amazing landscapes, the perfect (we were literally the first to ride on a newly resurfaced section) and not so perfect roads.
There were a few challenging sections but Alex and his team were always on hand to help if anyone needed it.
If you read this far, can ride a motorbike, and wondered what such a trip might be like, there's only one way to find out.
Just Do It.
Simon Wilson | England
The bikes, logistics, support crew, and guides were outstanding.
Gerard Roth | USA
The bikes, logistics, support crew, and guides were outstanding.
Ride: Rode To Everest
Thank you and your crew for everything....
I can’t recommend Nomadic Nights and the Rode To Everest ride highly enough.
This trip was truly the adventure of a lifetime.
One moment you’re riding through the chaotic streets of Kathmandu, locking eyes with every rider and driver as you navigate the flow of the city… the next you’re on long, peaceful roads through Nepal and Tibet, surrounded by landscapes that feel almost unreal.
The places, the scenery, and the rides were overwhelming in the best possible way. Every day stretched my perspective a little further and reminded me how big and beautiful the world really is.
The Nomadic Nights team handled everything with professionalism and care. The bikes, logistics, support crew, and guides were outstanding, which allowed us to focus on what mattered most… the ride and the experience.
If riding to Mount Everest and staying the night at Base Camp has ever been on your bucket list, this is the way to do it and the company to do it with.
It was an unforgettable motorcycle adventure with an exceptional team.
Gerard Roth | USA
Alex and Nomadic Knights have such a great reputation
Kevin Tait | England
Alex and Nomadic Knights have such a great reputation
Ride: Rode To Everest
My Rode To Everest ride was the experience of a lifetime and at the same time, one of my hardest challenges. But that’s what I wanted. I woke up every morning not knowing what I would face, but taking the day as it came, has given me memories that stay with me every single day.
The Nomadic Knights Team are brilliant and were always on hand to help out. From bike maintenance and cleaning during the trip, to using support trucks and team riders to keep the group together when riding in towns. They’re a fantastic and very experienced team of lads.
Alex has a lot of work to do on these rides, but he still takes time to sit and chat with everyone individually. He checks in with every rider every day to make sure their bikes are all working properly. They were so well maintained, almost like they were brand new. Everything is to such a high standard.
Alex’s wife Vidhya was always on hand too. She was the Rode To Everest mother. She was there checking to make sure I was okay.
Dalla, our Tibet guide was with us all the way and was always happy to tell us all about Tibet and answer any questions.
And of course the riders. What great people to ride with. They gave me great encouragement and support and two riders took the time to ride with me on a tricky off-road section.
Alex and Nomadic Knights have such a great reputation in Nepal and Tibet. Everyone knows them and we even got a police escort out of Lhasa.
If you’re looking for a professionally operated motorcycle adventure, then get in touch with Alex.
You won’t regret it.
Kevin Tait | England
All my expectations were surpassed
Paul Jeffery | England
All my expectations were surpassed
Ride: Rode To Everest
Within our group, we said we wanted to do a motorcycle trip, something that we would all remember ….
Well, we certainly did.
We booked the Road To Everest with Nomadic Knights, and what an amazing adventure we had. We looked at other companies, and what Nomadic Knights offered was miles ahead of everyone else. We made the right choice.
All my expectations were surpassed; the friendliness of the Nepali people, the chaos of the Kathmandu traffic and the stunning scenery that just kept coming day after day.
Anyone that has watched the Isle of Man TT on the TV and then had the privilege to witness it firsthand will understand when I say that you’ve got to see this stuff for real.
If you enjoy riding motorcycles, having a laugh, and travelling to a part of the world that very few ever get to see, then this trip takes some beating.
Alex Pirie is a skilled operator and has assembled a super group of people as his team to accompany and support the trip and to expertly maintain the Royal Enfield 450 Himalayans. It’s such a great bike for an adventure like this.
The view of Mount Everest from the base camp is truly stunning, but then again, so were so many of the other views that we enjoyed along the way.
I keep looking back at my photos, but fortunately many of the views remain etched in my mind.
Thank you to Alex and his team for delivering such an experience.
You’ll see us again.
Paul Jeffery | England
What can I say? AWESOME!!
Stuart Mills | England
What can I say? AWESOME!!
Ride: Rode To Everest
What can I say? AWESOME!!
What started as a couple of friends saying they'd booked a trip to ride to Everest Base Camp, soon turned into a short procrastination period before I decided it was too good of an opportunity to miss & duly booked my place with Alex & Nomadic Knights.
From my first communication with Alex & his team, I could tell it was going to be a well organised motorcycle adventure.
Everything was set out in the briefing pack with nothing left to chance. If you follow the advice you won't go wrong.
I travelled as part of a group of 10 friends but finished the trip as part of a larger international group of friends & comrades who'd been to one of the most iconic places on earth.
Everything on the trip was planned & executed to the highest standard with well-maintained Himalayan 450's & a backup team that were on hand for anything & everything to make the experience the best ever.
There was no pressure to ride at anything but your own pace. There were plenty of opportunities to stop, admire the views and take photos, with regroups throughout the day. The accommodation & food was better than I'd imagined and it was great to sit down at the end of a long day's riding and chat with my new friends about all the things we'd seen.
From the first day in the bustling city of Kathmandu, to the peaceful tranquillity of the Potala Palace in Lhasa and on to our ultimate destination of Everest Base Camp, the Nomadic Knights team worked tirelessly to make it an adventure to remember for us all and they succeeded with honours.
I was so impressed with the whole experience, that within 2 weeks of returning home, I'd booked another trip with Alex & the team, for my son and I to ride The Roof of India and make more memories.
Stuart Mills | England
WHAT A RIDE! WHAT AN ADVENTURE!
Mark Greenwood | England
WHAT A RIDE! WHAT AN ADVENTURE!
Ride: Rode To Everest
Ahead of the trip, the bridge into Tibet had been washed away.
There were landslides on the route through Nepal, riots in Kathmandu and heavy snow at Everest Base Camp. It was forced to close and climbers had to be rescued.
I was a little apprehensive as travelled to Nepal to start the Rode To Everest motorcycle adventure.
As it turns out, Alex and his team had experienced this before and had it all under control.
And believe it or not, we had wall to wall sunshine for the entire ride.
This made for some awe inspiring views of Mount Everest and the Tibetan Plateau. The highlight was watching the sunset and sunrise at Everest Base Camp.
For sure, there were challenges along the way, but what a ride, what an adventure!
I’ll be back for the Roof Of India ride.
Mark Greenwood | England
The sunrise over Mount Everest was one of the most rewarding moments in my life to date.
Garrett Neiffer | Canada
The sunrise over Mount Everest was one of the most rewarding moments in my life to date.
Ride: Rode To Everest
Photo #1 - Looking back, I can see the exhaustion on my face after a hard week of getting to base camp. However with the exhaustion, came a massive amount of satisfaction.
Waking up early to watch the sunrise over Mount Everest was one of the most rewarding moments in my life to date. The adventure had taken me halfway around the world to get there.
I am certain that getting to witness a blue bird sky loom around Mount Everest with my family members and new friends made along the way will remain one of my fondest memories forever.
Photo #2 - Back at the hotel, what a bitter-sweet feeling.
The relief that came with being out of Kathmandu traffic, combined with the feeling that the adventure was coming to an end.
All of the new friendships made, the books I now needed to read, the podcasts I needed to listen to, all of the places I needed to visit. I guess the adventure was slowing down, but it was very far from being over.
Garrett Neiffer | Canada
Sunrise at Base Camp will be etched into my memory forever
Fraser McDowell | USA
Sunrise at Base Camp will be etched into my memory forever
Ride: Rode To Everest
I’ve just completed the Rode To Everest ride and I always anticipated it being the trip of a lifetime, and oh boy, did it live up to it and exceed my expectations.
We encountered adverse conditions in the form of multiple landslides leading into Tibet.
If there was ever a corporate course designed on team building, this would be the one. All the riders and the Nomadic Knights team worked very hard to navigate these slides. Everyone was pulling together using ropes.
Tibet is a gem of a country with a great infrastructure and lovely people. The Potala Palace is a wonder to see. The pinnacle of the trip, pardon the pun, was Everest herself and the ride into Base Camp with those iconic switchbacks.
Sunrise at Base Camp will be etched into my memory forever!
It was a group of like-minded people led by an experienced and very helpful Nomadic Knights Team, sprinkled with many laughs along the way.
Fraser McDowell | USA
Nothing short of spectacular
Aaron Woods | Canada
Nothing short of spectacular
Ride: Rode To Everest
These photos capture an absolutely unforgettable experience.
The Rode To Everest ride was nothing short of spectacular.
From the breathtaking landscapes to the camaraderie, the many laughs along the way and the sheer thrill of the journey, it was a motorcycle adventure that exceeded every expectation.
I’m incredibly grateful to have been part of it and you and your team truly delivered something unforgettable.
You’ve created something very special.
Aaron Woods | Canada
More than just your average motorcycle tour.
Vincent La Rosa | New Zealand
More than just your average motorcycle tour.
Ride: Rode To Everest
This trip far exceeded my expectations.
While there were some unexpected challenges along the way, overcoming them only added to the sense of achievement. You and your teams can do attitude was truly inspirational, and the energy you brought to leading our group made all the difference.
The journey to base camp and the unforgettable time spent there is something I’ll carry with me for a long time. What made it even more special was sharing it with like-minded riders from around the world.
I would highly recommend this motorcycle adventure to any biker looking for more than just your average motorcycle tour.
A big thank you as well to your wife and the entire team for making the trip enjoyable from the moment we met.
I’m still smiling from the memories, the breathtaking views and the laughter and banter along the way.
Absolutely unforgettable.
Vincent La Rosa | New Zealand
It’s a must do.
Alan Abram | New Zealand
It’s a must do.
Ride: Rode To Everest
Many thanks to you Alex and your support team for an amazing experience.
I would highly recommend the Rode To Everest ride to anyone looking for a challenging and memorable motorcycle adventure.
It’s a must do.
Alan Abram | New Zealand
A high that is hard to come down from
Lori Harrison | Canada
A high that is hard to come down from
Ride: Rode To Everest
I have been thinking of you all, and wondering how the next trip will go after the rain and snow.
Our Everest ride has literally been a high that is hard to come down from! I am slowly returning to my daily routines, but in the back of my mind, I’m always thinking about what I should do next!
I’m not one to have many words and don’t want to sound too corny. I had a grade 3 school teacher that used to always say, “Can’t was hung when try was born”. It stuck in my brain and I use that little saying often.
My kids hate it because I used to say it to them all the time! I had to say it to myself a few times while we were on the ride.
When I finally got to Everest Base Camp, I was feeling victory, but also so very grateful.
I was feeling connection. Connected to nature, connected to the surroundings and environment. Connected to family, friends, the riders and the Nomadic Knights team.
Connected to feelings of fulfilment.
It truly was a trip of a lifetime Alex.
Thank you for what you do and who you are!
Ride on!
Lori Harrison | Canada
An absolutely first class and amazing trip
Jamey Varty | Canada
An absolutely first class and amazing trip
Ride: Rode To Everest
Here are a few of my thoughts that are still fresh, although I believe they will be fresh for many years to come.
I went into this adventure with a very open mind, excited but not getting carried away.
Thank goodness, because from navigating Kathmandu, rural roads, washed out trails, stunning scenery, and of course, Mount Everest, you and your team made the adventure seamless and an absolutely first class and amazing trip.
To be able to do what you did with 19 riders and make it look like just another day, takes an immense amount of work and dedication.
I honestly look back on the tour and I’m so thankful for not only booking with you, but meeting you and calling you my friend .
Thank you.
Jamey Varty | Canada
I dare you to pull you inner child face
Jason Smith | England
I dare you to pull you inner child face
Ride: Rode To Everest
I really want to thank you and I hope the next Everest ride goes as well and you have at least one night when the riders get so drunk that they are incapable of taking their boots off and go to bed with them on!
When I was a child, the world was a big fun adventure. And as I grew, my world seemed to become smaller as all our lives got bigger. But I think that one way to feel the big fun adventure again is to make your world bigger, a lot bigger.
I dare you to pull you inner child face on an adventure like this.
Really enjoyed the trip it was fun in lots of ways and did not expect your views of life, which are very refreshing. I would also like to say that Vidhya, your wonderful wife, is a really lovely person, shining her sunny light on life.
Anyway enough BS.
Enjoy all your journeys and all the best for the future.
You’ll see me again.
Jason Smith | England
It’s an experience that I’ll never forget
Andy Perrens | England
It’s an experience that I’ll never forget
Ride: Rode To Everest
What can I say?
This was a once-in-a-lifetime trip for me. It was advertised as an extreme adventure, and boy, it certainly delivered.
From us thinking the trip might not actually happen in early July after the bridge crossing into Tibet got washed away by flash flooding, to the political troubles that occurred just a couple of days before we were due to arrive in Kathmandu - we all thought it was never going to happen.
Our adventure didn’t stop there. As we finally got closer to the Tibet border, we encountered a number of landslides.
This didn’t dampen our spirits. It brought everyone closer together with the camaraderie needed to get us to our final destination. Mount Everest base camp.
To actually get there after all we had endured, it made it extra special.
To watch the sunset and get up early the next morning to see the sunrise over the world’s biggest mountain was truly amazing.
It’s an experience that I’ll never forget.
A big thank you to Alex and his amazing team for making it such a memorable motorcycle adventure.
Andy Perrens | England
A true real-world adventure
Ian Page | England
A true real-world adventure
Ride: Rode To Everest
I’d been planning and looking forward to this adventure for such a long time, but I wasn’t prepared for the level of challenge that we faced.
This far exceeded my expectations.
This was a true, real-world adventure that saw us overcoming many obstacles (Kathmandu traffic, landslips, rockslides, and 500km rides), culminating in me standing before Qomolangma (Mt. Everest) with what quickly had become a close group of like-minded friends.
Memories I’ll never forget.
Ian Page | England
When you finally arrive, you’ll be in awe!
Ian Gummerson | England
When you finally arrive, you’ll be in awe!
Ride: Rode To Everest
If you're reading this and contemplating a journey with Nomadic Knights, stop thinking and just go for it! This motorcycle tour through Nepal and Tibet/China to Everest Base Camp wasn't just a trip. It was a profound and life-affirming expedition that I will never forget.
We started as a group of strangers from various corners of the globe, but the brutal and stunning reality of the road quickly forged us into a true team. Our team leader, Alex, set the tone early: "Expect everything and prepare for everything." He wasn't exaggerating.
The Nepal section of the ride tested us from the start. We encountered numerous landslides, transforming our progress into a communal effort. When the 'roads', let's be clear, we’re talking mostly mud and stone with only patches of tarmac disappeared beneath us, we didn't stop.
As a team, we were roping bikes down slopes where the path had fallen away and hauling them up the other side to meet the trail beyond. We crossed rivers and streams, overcoming every obstacle thrown our way. This wasn’t just riding; it was an immersive physical challenge that we conquered together.
And then, the moment you've worked for, the view that makes every mud-splattered mile worth it: Everest Base Camp. When you finally arrive, you’ll be in awe. But please, take my advice, get up early the next morning. Wait in the dark for the sun to rise and paint the world's highest peak in breathtaking light. It is a spectacular, humbling, and an utterly unique moment that will live with me forever.
If you have that sense of adventure beating in your chest, if you want to push your limits and see the world in a way few ever do, book this trip with Nomadic Knights.
You won't just earn a postcard; you'll earn a story, new friends, and a perspective that is truly beyond the horizon.
Ian Gummerson | England
It was truly an extreme ride like no other
Allan Woods | Canada
It was truly an extreme ride like no other
Ride: Rode To Everest
I recently had the incredible experience of completing the Rode to Everest ride with Nomadic Knights.
Alex and his wife, Vidhya, are an amazing team. What an adventure! It was truly an extreme ride like no other, challenging, breathtaking, and absolutely unforgettable.
Alex and Vidhya’s passion and dedication showed in every detail. Their team of mechanics and support crew are top-notch They were always ready to lend a hand to keep things running smoothly and to make sure everyone was having the best possible time.
One of the things that made this trip even more special was the other riders. I met some incredible people along the way. Adventurous and full of spirit.
We shared so many laughs, stories, and unforgettable moments. I came away not only with amazing memories, but also with new friendships that I’ll truly value.
To Alex, Vidhya, and the entire Nomadic Knights team, thank you for putting together such a spectacular motorcycle adventure.
You made it something I’ll never forget.
Allan Woods | Canada
The group felt safe at all times
Karl Hinzen | Germany
The group felt safe at all times
Ride: Roof Of India
This was my second trip with Alex & his team in India.
And once again, it became a truly challenging and unique adventure. It’s definitely not a holiday.
But in saying that, I highly recommend anyone to do this ride once in your life.
The outstanding landscapes and countless unforgettable images filled my mind and will last forever.
A huge thanks to the excellent organization from the team. The group felt safe at all times and we could enjoy the riding experience.
Sharing this with bikers from so many different countries and backgrounds, plus the amazing support, made it even more special.
Together, we made friends, tackled incredible tracks and situations, and created lasting memories.
If you’re searching for an extraordinary motorcycle experience, full of laughter, team spirit, and intense impressions, this is the team and ride to choose.
Karl Hinzen | Germany
This is the motorcycle adventure for you
Jon Hudd | England
This is the motorcycle adventure for you
Ride: Roof Of India
My first India motorbike trip was an unforgettable culture shock, but in the best possible way.
Each day was a thrilling adventure, with stunning views and perfectly maintained bikes.
The team’s professionalism and the company-owned fleet made all the difference. No rented and thrashed bikes with bald tyres & bits falling off them. At the end of each day’s riding, Alex took note of any issues and the mechanics had everything fixed for the next morning. It was truly impressive.
I came back not just a better rider, but with memories that will last a lifetime.
If you want true professionalism, incredible riding and lots of laughs along the way, look no further.
This is the motorcycle adventure for you.
Jon Hudd | England
This adventure will never be topped!
Jordan Shinn | England
This adventure will never be topped!
Ride: Roof Of India
Challenging terrain, beautiful scenery and memories to last a lifetime.
I loved having the freedom to take photos and enjoy the journey and ride at my own pace.
The organisation and support from Alex and his team is first class, making the trip as easy as possible.
That being said, the Roof Of India will push you to your limits.
But you’ll leave with a smile on your face and wanting more. It’s a truly incredible experience!
This adventure will never be topped!
Jordan Shinn | England
The perfect mix
Sven Mile | Norway
The perfect mix
Ride: Roof Of India
I had 14 fantastic days in the saddle with you and the rest of the gang.
I rode through immense landscapes and over high altitude mountain passes.
The riding at times was challenging but you’ve found the perfect mix of on and off road.
The camaraderie was brilliant and we laughed a lot around the campfire with a few beers at the end of the day.
The photo shows how truly happy I was at the end of the tour.
Sven Mile | Norway
We didn’t have to ride in a convoy
Tomas Hansson | Norway
We didn’t have to ride in a convoy
Ride: Roof Of India
This photo perfectly captures how happy and dirty I got while riding over the Himalayas. It was an amazing trip: challenging, exciting, and incredibly interesting.
I was really glad we didn’t have to ride in a convoy, but could go at our own pace, as long as we didn’t get too close to Alex, I was told off a few times. Haha!
This is a trip I can truly recommend to any biker looking for a next level motorcycle adventure.
It’s out of the ordinary!
Tomas Hansson | Norway
Alex and his team were what made it special.
Zach Conner | USA
Alex and his team were what made it special.
Ride: Roof Of India
It’s been a little over a month since I returned from the Roof Of India, and I can honestly say I see the world a little differently now.
Everyone goes on a trip like this for their own reasons—maybe a midlife crisis, a bucket-list item, or simply the pull of adventure. For me, it was that last one.
I needed to step away from the day-to-day rhythm of Western life and push myself on a motorcycle to do things I might never get the chance to do again.
On the Roof Of India, I did exactly that. I made incredible memories with a group of amazing people from all over the world.
Alex and his team were what made it special.
Alex did mention that we might find ourselves thinking, “And I paid for this?” I laughed it off at first—until day ten.
I said it. And now, I look back on that day with nothing but gratitude and pride that we made it through.
It was a proper motorcycle adventure—one I think about every day. I’m already wondering what’s next. Maybe Everest? Whatever it is, I’ll always carry this experience (and the people I shared it with) with me as I settle back into my Western grind.
Zach Conner | USA
Why Nomadic Knights stand out
Mark Lloyd | England
Why Nomadic Knights stand out
Ride: Roof Of India
For motorcyclists drawn to the Himalayas, Nomadic Knights offer something rare: a blend of professionalism and authentic adventure.
Founder, Alex Pirie, personally leads every expedition, bringing decades of experience and hundreds of thousands of kilometres of riding knowledge. His presence ensures that each journey balances challenge with safety.
The company maintains a carefully prepared fleet of adventure motorcycles—namely Royal Enfield 450’s, but Triumphs Scrambler 400 and KTM 390’s also grace the fleet—supported by skilled mechanics, medics and local experts.
Their routes, refined over many years, combine high-altitude passes and remote valleys with meaningful cultural encounters. These are not sanitised sightseeing tours but genuine expeditions where terrain and weather shape the experience.
What ultimately distinguishes Nomadic Knights is the people behind it. Riders quickly realise they are not simply purchasing a tour; they are buying into Alex, Vidhya and a dedicated team whose ethos runs through every aspect of the trip.
The result is an environment where strangers become teammates, and shared hardship builds lasting friendships.
We enjoyed the experience so much that we’ve already signed up for another journey with Alex and his team, this time heading for Everest Base Camp.
The anticipation is building, and if our first trip taught us anything, it’s that extraordinary adventures aren’t reserved for elite athletes or seasoned explorers.
They’re there for anyone willing to prepare properly, embrace the challenge, and say yes.
And frankly, we can’t wait to go again.
Mark Lloyd | England
Loads of laughter perfected the experience
Ralph Damerow | USA
Loads of laughter perfected the experience
Ride: Roof Of India
My experience with Nomadic Knights was simply outstanding.
I got to see and experience an incredible part of India.
It was fascinating to travel the land of fables, ancient stories, mystics, and mystery. As if that wasn't all, the immense vastness, the breathtaking beauty, and the raw power of the Himalayas are forever seared into my memory.
What a treat!
Nomadic Knights provided exceptional planning, an immaculately serviced fleet of motorcycles, and an outstanding team. Thanks to all of that, I was able to focus on the camaraderie on the trail and the adventure of a lifetime. The riding was challenging and the local driving customs are not for the faint of heart, and neither are the roads nor trails we travelled.
On the other hand, I took comfort in knowing that your experienced team was always available when needed.
Many engaging conversations around the campfire, or over dinner, a bucket full of cold beers at the end of a day's ride, and loads of laughter, perfected the experience.
Many thanks to you and your team!
Ralph Damerow | USA
Rewarding beyond my wildest imagination
Dimitry Mezentsev | USA
Rewarding beyond my wildest imagination
Ride: Roof Of India
This is a face of a thoroughly satisfied customer.
No amount of rider training could have prepared me for the Roof Of India ride.
It was challenging and rewarding beyond my wildest imagination.
I take home with me a new definition of what is possible on a motorcycle and a humbling acceptance of my limitations and an immense sense of accomplishment for having completed this.
Motorcycle Adventure is what I yearned for, and that’s what Alex and his team delivered. We looked at many other companies before choosing Nomadic Knights and we’re so happy that we did. They’ve taken everything to the next level and their attention to detail was truly impressive.
If you asked me to do it again, the answer in a heartbeat is most definitely YES!
But there’s more.
It’s not just where you are camping, it’s who you are camping with that matters most!
I was fortunate to share this experience with a bunch of like-minded bikers. We met as strangers and parted as true friends.
If you are still thinking as to whether you should try this ride, my advice is to BOOK IT NOW!
You’ll return a changed human being.
Thank you Alex and the team for an unforgettable experience.
You’ll see me again for the Rode To Everest ride.
Dimitry Mezentsev | USA
I really did have the best time.
Richard Tilly | England
I really did have the best time.
Ride: Roof Of India
What an absolutely amazing motorcycle adventure.
It doesn't need to be fresh in my mind as it’s something I will never forget.
Just when you think you've had the best days riding ever, the following day is even better. Mind blowing if I’m honest.
It’s the hardest thing I have ever done, but also the best thing I have ever done.
A big thank you to Alex, Vidhya, and the rest of the support team.
I really did have the best time. I feel lucky to have been able to do this.
I am looking forward to booking another trip with you, probably the Rode To Everest.
Richard Tilly | England
There’s nothing else out there that compares to this ride and experience.
Jens Pfefferkorn | USA
There’s nothing else out there that compares to this ride and experience.
Ride: Roof Of India
It took me some time to reflect on this fantastic motorcycle adventure.
Since I have been back for a couple months, I have done some local riding with my riding buddies in the beautiful foothills of the Sierra Nevada in California.
We still share a lot of stories that happened along the way on the Roof Of India during our weekly whiskey sampling sessions.
I want to hone in on an possibly under-appreciated long term effect of taking your adventure trip.
One thought that came to mind is something that hit me just a couple months after partaking on the ROI trip.
It is attributed to the saying, ‘After riding in India, nothing will shock me anymore’.
I found myself gaining more confidence, on and off road.
It is the effect that riding in India gives this motorcyclist mantra of always paying attention a whole new meaning. I have always applied the notion of “having ones head on a swivel”, look ahead etc. in my motorcycle riding career.
But riding in India gives all of that all whole new meaning.
Riding in Europe or the US usually implies a certain sense of predictability which is very much not the case in India. In order to stay safe on the road, one must always be prepared for the unexpected.
We have experienced the road suddenly coming to an end after coming around a bend or even seeing an elephant on the road.
As I now ride in familiar territory, I’m a much more confident rider who is always prepared for the unexpected.
There’s nothing else out there that compares to this ride and experience.
Jens Pfefferkorn | USA
The best two weeks of my life
Jonathan Bell | England
The best two weeks of my life
Ride: Roof Of India
A holiday, no.
An adventure, no.
An extreme adventure, definitely yes.
This was the best two weeks of my life.
It does exactly what it says on the tin and far more.
This was my second trip with Alex and Nomadic Knights after the Grand Canyon India ride.
These rides are so good that I’m planning another with Nomadic Knights next year.
I’ll see you soon.
Jonathan Bell | England
The best choice I've ever made
Duncan Leavitt | UK
The best choice I've ever made
Ride: Roof Of India
This will be fresh in my mind for a very long time and I’m still pretty much speechless.
It’s the greatest ride that I’ve ever done and keep doing what you are doing and don’t ever change it for any reason.
The trip was incredible Alex. It’s next level motorcycle adventure on steroids.
The organisation was truly impressive. From the very smallest detail to the taxis to picking us up. The 450’s looked like they had never been ridden and had been detailed that very morning. I knew from that moment on that I had picked the right tour operator. Everything was perfect.
Right from the offset, you and Vidhya were incredible people to meet, and ran the tour like true professionals. Your mechanics were equally nice to everyone and maintained the bikes, on occasion, throughout the night, while we slept.
I woke every morning and wondered what the day ahead would look like and whether it would it be any better than the previous one. You spoke to me several times over the two weeks and told me that I hadn’t seen anything yet, and you were correct. Every day just got better.
If I never ride again in the next twenty years, the Roof Of India tour will always be the best trip I’ve ever done and the best choice I’ve ever made. I will see you again on another trip, 100%.
Fantastic, Epic, Incredible, Mind Blowing, Sensational, Emotional, Beyond Belief, Spectacular, Phenomenal, & Astounding.
These are just a few words to describe my Nomadic Knights Extreme Motorcycling experience.
After spending two weeks riding, it’s all down to you, and it would never be the same without you at the front. Leading fifteen naïve, gullible, and inexperienced riders into the unknown which mostly felt like I had ridden to Mars and back.
It was magical.
Duncan Leavitt | UK
The most rewarding, exhilarating and challenging 2 weeks ever
Rob Fryatt | UK
The most rewarding, exhilarating and challenging 2 weeks ever
Ride: Roof Of India
It was well organised, well run, and the team are brilliant.
I can’t really fault anything other than the perpetual chasing of a good cup of coffee. The luxury of the spare time in Leh and the chance to go out and shop a little in the evening was really great. I enjoyed meeting the local people and experiencing the culture.
I really loved the camping evenings and it was so cool of you to cook that one night. I never said thanks to you personally for that. Thank You.
Lessons Learned –
USB-C on the bikes. Not USB-A. Maybe I missed that. It’s not a big issue as I travel with far too many cables to get caught out.
No bike comms. I didn't bring any anyway and didn't want any as it turned out.
Never considered that I could add a Camera mount until I saw others bolting them on. I wish that I had brought one as I only had a tank mount.
As a total Off-Road novice, it’s the hardest thing I’ve ever done in my life. But damn well the most rewarding, exhilarating and challenging 2 weeks I’ve ever spent on a motorcycle. It’s something that I’m so glad I managed to finish and believe it or not, I’m almost ready to head back out and do it all again.
I’m coming back to ride with you and the team again. 100%
Next up, I’m booking The Rode To Everest ride.
I’ll see you there in 2027.
Rob Fryatt | UK
It could not have been any better
Bill Gross | USA
It could not have been any better
Ride: Roof Of India
I’ve just finished the June 2025 Roof Of India tour.
What a ride!
If you like real motorcycle adventure, long adrenaline driven days, beautiful scenery and fantastic challenging roads, just do it and book this ride.
It’s truly epic.
A huge thanks to Alex and his team.
It could not have been any better.
Bill Gross | USA
A massive improvement
Vernon Pryde | New Zealand
A massive improvement
Ride: Roof Of India
What a great ride.
My brother and I like a level of technical riding, and though different to our normal challenges, this ride had its own unique Indian ones.
Your new 450 Himalayans are a massive improvement over the previous 411 model I rode to Mount Everest Base Camp with you back in 2018.
Maybe one less tooth on the front sprocket would enhance the performance even more.
A bit more torque as top speed is not a requirement.
Vernon Pryde | New Zealand
The fact that you own all the bikes and don't rent them made all the difference
Dylan Garrigan | UK
The fact that you own all the bikes and don't rent them made all the difference
Ride: Roof Of India
Hi Alex and team..
Much thanks for our most amazing and life affirming experience riding with you guys and your wonderful wife.
I’m not much of a wordsmith so I’ll probably respond in a manner you’ve mostly heard and read a hundred times or more.
But the truth is, every aspect of the trip was beyond any reasonable expectation. From the standard you prepped the bikes and constantly maintained them during the ride.
The fact that you own all the bikes and don’t rent made all the difference. You have the best team who could never do enough for us.
The accommodation was truly amazing along the way, with great food and facilities. The routes we navigated were truly spectacular and breathtaking.
Even the rough terrain added to the enjoyment and certainty kept us on our toes! Not really sure I could offer any ideas as to improve anything, it seems you have it completely nailed.
I have the most awesome memories and plenty of pictures to reflect on and no doubt a burning desire to do something similar again with you soon.
From the first day right up to the departure from Kufri, yourself and your team never failed and far exceeded expectations.
Once again, a massive thank you for putting together such an incredible tour.
PS. When you build your motorcycle museum and you need an assistant curator, please don’t hesitate to contact me as I’ll be over in a flash!
Dylan Garrigan | UK
Choose Nomadic Knights – they’re India experts
Max Ferzoli | UK
Choose Nomadic Knights – they’re India experts
Ride: Roof Of India
This may be the end of this ride, but it is the beginning of a new journey.
Playing cricket with a Buddhist monk on a Himalayan plateau was the furthest thing from my mind when I signed up to ride The Roof Of India with Nomadic Knights.
I can’t remember the last time that I played cricket. I normally play football, and come to think of it, I can’t even remember the last time that I did that.
How many of us go to gatherings with complete strangers and are greeted by the host using our first names, just from the memory of our passport photographs?
That’s what Alex did with all 13 of us on this ride. It was very personal and reassuring that we were not just another number.
The bar was set high and for the next 14 days, I came to expect nothing less from the Nomadic Knights team. From the pick up at the hotel when we started, to the drop off at the airport when finished, it was absolutely seamless.
Even when one check point clearance did not come through in good time to proceed, alternative accommodation was arranged at the nearest town without us even breaking a sweat. Nomadic Knights had it covered.
If you think you have what it takes to go on one of these rides, you are probably right, but they’re not for the faint hearted. You need to go well prepared, mentally and physically and be well equipped as these rides will challenge you, and at times, almost break you.
But they’ll restore you to a better version of yourself.
You won’t regret it and you’ll be glad you did it. And if you’re like me, you’ll probably want to go back for more.
The vastly experienced Nomadic Knights team were the safety net and they were always there to look after us. You cannot put a price on that.
The accommodation was not 5 star but it did feel like it at the end of a long days ride.
If you are finding an excuse not to go on one of these trips, whatever it is, STOP.
Instead look for a reason to find the better rider version of yourself, that’s what I did. I am now confident that I can ride to Mongolia from the UK on my own.
If you’re considering a ride like this, choose only Nomadic Knights. They’re India experts and stand head and shoulders above the rest.
They’re the best.
Max Ferzoli | UK
I wanted an authentic tour operator that was based ‘in country’
Roger Negus | UK
I wanted an authentic tour operator that was based ‘in country’
Ride: Roof Of India
The more I looked at what Nomadic Knights had to offer, the more they appealed. I wanted an authentic tour operator that was based ‘in country’ and that wasn’t just about the riding. Most others I looked at were travel agents and middlemen, and not based in India.
Nomadic Knights is more than just a business, it’s a way of life for Alex and his team.
He’s passionate about the country, knows it intimately, and is happy to share that knowledge. He’s a real India expert.
The Roof Of India adventure was everything I could have wished for, and more.
Alex has a great team around him and the bikes are extremely well maintained. Any maintenance required is carried out that evening. Every morning, the bikes would be lined up perfectly, and also started and warmed up, ready for us to ride.
You decide how you want to ride. Alex leads, team members mark turning points and there’s a back rider to ensure no one’s left behind. You have freedom to stop, take pictures, ride as a group or solo. It’s that flexible.
The adventure was full of laughter, stories, fun, exhaustion, selfies with friendly locals (and even officials), amazing food, tingling fingers from altitude and being constantly amazed at how well the Himalayan 450 coped with everything thrown at it.
It’s not a case of why would you choose Nomadic Knights, it's more a case of why wouldn’t you choose them.
Roger Negus | UK
I had not been beaten by this personal challenge
Nick Fowler | UK
I had not been beaten by this personal challenge
Ride: Roof Of India
I’ve had a decent night’s sleep last night and now feel great.
I did a huge amount of research and I selected Nomadic Knights as they were the only company that owned all their own motorcycles. For me, this was an assurance that they would be well maintained.
They were immaculate.
They were fitted with tank bags, soft panniers, USB chargers, hand guards, sump guards, engine guards, tubeless rims, brand new tyres etc. Alex has spared no expense on maintaining and kitting these out.
Also, Alex is the company owner and leads every ride on the same motorcycle. This to me, showed an absolute commitment to the trip.
He lives in India, hence having intimate local knowledge and far reaching connections. All his Indian team are all full time employees.
I signed up for the Roof of India ride in August 2024. By the time of the ride I would be a 67, going 68 year old guy with very little off road experience.
In preparation, I spent more time in the gym, drank less alcohol, lost 6 kg and reduced my waist size by 10cm.
My objective was to complete the ride without major injuries and fulfil a Bucket List personal challenge.
I was pretty much last to every stopping point but that didn’t bother me, or anyone else. The team & rider group were completely supportive, and my self-deprecating humour was appreciated.
Yes, I completed the ride and didn’t get seriously injured or unwell – hence the smile and the middle finger salute that said I had not been beaten by this personal challenge.
Thanks for an extremely memorable experience that taught me a lot about myself and how a new biking group can get through things together.
Such was the success of this tour, we’re booking the Rode To Everest ride with Alex in 2027.
Nick Fowler | UK
Only support and encouragement
Paul Berry | New Zealand
Only support and encouragement
Ride: Rode To Everest
Coming from New Zealand, my trip to Mount Everest with Alex and his team was above all expectations.
From the directions to the unbelievable attention to detail.
I was much of a tail-end Charlie, but there was no criticism, only support and encouragement.
One thing that really sets this trip apart from all other trips was the fact that we actually stayed the night at Base Camp. We met another biker group who were only visiting for the day and were staying 70kms away.
On reaching Everest Base Camp, we were treated to fantastic views, great accommodation, and good food.
This adventure attracted like-minded people, and we all became friends pretty quickly.
Alex creates a great social atmosphere with a wee dram of whisky on occasion and funny conversations at the end of the day.
I would recommend this tour for any biker, new or experienced, with a desire for the most amazing motorcycle adventure in mind.
I got a t-shirt and a medal to prove I did it!
Paul Berry | New Zealand
Alex organised everything meticulously
Douglas Scott | New Zealand
Alex organised everything meticulously
Ride: Rode To Everest
The Rode to Everest was a truly epic motorcycle adventure.
The places, the environment, the people, the culture, and of course the mountain herself.
Mount Everest Base Camp, Wow, absolutely WOW!
Alex organised everything meticulously and was able to adjust as unexpected challenges occurred.
The camaraderie was really great and the memories exceptional.
A special mention to the Nomadic Knights team. They are the kindest, caring, knowledgeable and skilled men you could ever hope to provide support. Their vast experience in operating at high altitude really shone through.
The ride wasn’t always easy, but if it were, then everyone would be doing it, and it wouldn’t be an adventure!
I was so impressed that I’ve booked to ride with them again on the Grand Canyon India ride.
Douglas Scott | New Zealand
Wow… we actually rode here
Joel Brennan | Australia
Wow… we actually rode here
Ride: Rode To Everest
I recently rode from Kathmandu to Everest Base Camp in Tibet with Alex and the Nomadic Knights crew, and honestly, what an absolute blast.
From the first day it was clear these guys know how to run an adventure — organised, relaxed, and always ready with a laugh, even when the roads looked like they’d been drawn by a toddler with a crayon.
Some of the best moments were the simple ones, like pulling over for chai in tiny roadside shacks. The smell hit you before the cup did — spices, dust, diesel, woodsmoke, and whatever was cooking in the back. It was unforgettable, and somehow exactly what you want when you’re shaking off Himalayan cold or Kathmandu chaos.
And then there was the Tibetan plateau, which is a whole character on its own. One minute the sun’s out, you’re feeling invincible, and life is good. Thirty seconds later the wind slaps you in the face, the temperature drops about 20 degrees, and you’re wondering if you accidentally rode into another season.
It was harsh, empty, beautiful, and unpredictable — and we loved every bit of it.
Reaching Base Camp was one of those moments where everything goes quiet for a second, and you just think, “Wow… we actually rode here.” The scenery, the altitude, the sense of achievement — all unreal.
But the real standout was the vibe. Alex and his team created an atmosphere that felt more like riding with a bunch of good mates than anything official. Plenty of banter, plenty of laughs, and the kind of camaraderie that makes a tough day feel like a good story in the making.
If you want a trip full of epic scenery, ever-changing weather, unforgettable smells, endless chai, and a crew that knows how to make an adventure genuinely fun, Nomadic Knights is where it’s at.
I’d sign up again in a heartbeat.
Joel Brennan | Australia
Became friends while gazing at the Milky Way
Roberto Guizzardi | Italy
Became friends while gazing at the Milky Way
Ride: Rode To Everest
I rode a Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 from Nepal to Tibet with Nomadic Knights.
It was a memorable journey—spiritual, physical, and sometimes even alcoholic.
Alex has an infectious personality and was always totally dedicated to the riders, and he’s supported by an excellent team.
They guided us to one of the most spectacular places on the planet.
We were a group of riders who became friends while gazing at the Milky Way from Everest Base Camp.
I’ll be back for the Grand Canyon India ride.
Roberto Guizzardi | Italy
The best riding adventure ever
Dave King | England
The best riding adventure ever
Ride: Roof Of India
Seriously, this is the best riding adventure I have ever done. Great roads and tracks, oversize scenery and beer and curry. Alex’s 450 Himalayans are perfectly suited to the going and are great fun.
What more could you ask for?
Dave King | England
You’ll be knackered but you’ll be fine
David Smart | Scotland
You’ll be knackered but you’ll be fine
Ride: Rode To Everest & Roof Of India
Having done both the Rode to Everest and the Roof of India rides, I was asked which one I would do again.
The simple answer is both.
Mount Everest is amazing and I could never get bored of looking at it. Nothing will prepare you for seeing it for the first time. The ride to get there makes it all the more special, mostly tarmac but still some challenging passes to cross.
If you have done the Everest ride and you enjoyed the riding in Nepal (first and last days), or enjoy the challenge of dirt tracks, then the Roof of India ride is the one for you.
Every day is an adventure with changing road conditions, crazy drivers and animals coming at you from all directions. Yes, it can be tough, but, if you’re not super experienced, then just take your time and you’ll survive.
You’ll be knackered but you’ll be fine.
So yes I’d do both again, but if pushed, I’d do the Roof of India, as the riding is spectacular and the views stunning.
Just don’t ride too close to Alex.
David Smart | Scotland
The best of the best
Nick Craigie | Ireland
The best of the best
Ride: Roof Of India
It has been a real adventure.
It’s definitely up there with the best of the best. It was well organised, professionally run and sometimes challenging.
I enjoyed your and your fellow riders company throughout the ride.
Nick Craigie | Ireland
The motorcycle adventure that all others will be compared to
Paul Hatfield | UK
The motorcycle adventure that all others will be compared to
Ride: Roof Of India
The adventure holiday that all future holidays will be compared to!
I recently had the privilege of embarking on the Roof of India tour with Nomadic Knights, led by Alex, and it was nothing short of a life-changing adventure.
An unforgettable motorcycle journey that’s not without challenge – we weaved our way across the Himalayas, and scaled some of the highest motorable roads in the world. Alex entrusted us with his brand-new fleet of Royal Enfield Himalayan 450, a fantastically capable motorcycle that made light work of the terrain, some that would have been tricky to walk across, whilst making me look like a far more talented rider than I actually am.
Every day presented a new experience, and the scenery changed from forest to desert, with everything in between.
What sets this experience apart from the rest is the Nomadic Knights team.
They keep enough distance to make you feel like you are single-handedly exploring the world, yet stay close enough to help the second you need anything, from fixing a puncture to taking a picture – the team take away the worries without taking away from the adventure.
Alex, the owner of Nomadic Knights, was the icing on the cake.
He looked after us every step of the way, made sure we always had post-ride beers available, and while some might need to get used to his dry sense of humour, he provided us with non-stop laughs – never a dull moment.
A genuinely top guy, filled with positivity no matter what the situation… just don’t ask him what the weather is going to be like! I felt like I honestly found a friend in Alex.
I can’t recommend the Roof Of India tour with Alex and Nomadic Knights enough.
It’s a journey that will challenge you, inspire you, and leave you with memories and friendships that will last a lifetime.
It’s the motorcycle adventure that all others will be compared to!
Paul Hatfield | UK
India and the Himalayas are amazing wonders of the world and Nomadic Knights are your best bet to see both
Paul Browne | England
India and the Himalayas are amazing wonders of the world and Nomadic Knights are your best bet to see both
Ride: Roof Of India
I'd never ridden a motorcycle before or been that far east!
During an evening out with a few good friends that I go skiing with, they suggested that they were thinking of doing a motorcycle adventure in India - you should come, they said!
10 months later - I'd learned to ride and then was riding roads through the world's most incredible mountain range.
Terrains we rode through were as varied as the extraordinary and beautiful people that live there - there was pure magic everywhere!
Mountain folk welcomed us with warm smiles and fascinated curiosity - that someone, obviously from a far-off place, found their home amazing - delighted them.
The sensory experience of the two weeks expertly guided by Alex and his crew, will stay as something brilliant with me forever.
The other adventurers on our tour - some from the other side of the world - were all at their best from the often extreme challenges, and our shared joy, from breakfast right through to bed-time each day.
Our often communications since are testament to the great times we had together.
Brand-new non rented R.E Himalayan 450 bikes, the guidance, the assistance, the pace, the stages, the accommodation, the friendship! All first class.
India and the Himalayas are amazing wonders of the world and Nomadic Knights are your best bet to see both.
Paul Browne | England
Attention to detail and back up remained second to none
Mark Sherratt | England
Attention to detail and back up remained second to none
Ride: Roof Of India
The best way to see the world is from the seat of a motorcycle.
The Roof Of India was my second ride with Alex and his team. The places we rode and the experiences i had were so very different from the first tour. The motorcycles, communication, organisation, attention to detail and backup remained second-to-none.
Just do it, its 2 weeks of your life that you’ll never forget, either way..........
Mark Sherratt | England
It's a big compliment to you and your team
Wayne Neilson | Australia
It's a big compliment to you and your team
Ride: Roof Of India
Seriously challenging is the only way you'll ever have a holiday that is seriously rewarding. That's the Roof of India motorcycle adventure.
This sincerely states my opinion of the ride. The challenge I encountered produced the incredible comradery that I felt.
It's a big compliment to you and your team to achieve that outcome.
Wayne Neilson | Australia
Get on one of these rides with Nomadic Knights
Darren Pye | England
Get on one of these rides with Nomadic Knights
Ride: Roof Of India
The Roof Of India trip with Nomadic Knights is an unbelievable experience.
Alex and his fantastic team ensure you can be as ready as it’s possible to be for this sort of adventure, and it is an ADVENTURE!
India is a brilliant place to ride for many reasons. The beauty, the chaos and the unexpected all await.
This was my second trip with Nomadic Knights and it didn’t disappoint.
I can’t imagine another ride with such spectacular scenery, it really is mind blowing!
If you ride a motorcycle and you want to do something to challenge yourself, to meet other like-minded riders, have a great laugh and get away from the “norm”, then get on one of these rides with Nomadic Knights.
They’re India experts.
You won’t regret it.
I’m already planning to come back again.
Darren Pye | England
The best at what they do
Peter Washington | Australia
The best at what they do
Ride: Roof Of India
In June 2024, I embarked on a motorcycle adventure with Nomadic Knights to explore the Himalayas on the Roof of India ride.
I have ridden with Alex and the team before and know that the crew at Nomadic Nights are the best at what they do. The team behind the Roof of India have carefully curated the itinerary to offer participants a unique blend of adventure and cultural immersion.
I was eager to ride through the picturesque landscapes of Ladakh and Jammu & Kashmir to experience the beauty and culture of the Himalayan region on two wheels.
The journey began in Kufri, where we were greeted by Alex and his experienced crew and prepared for the challenging terrain ahead. With a sense of excitement and anticipation, we started our adventure, eventually riding through remote villages, snow-capped mountains, and lush valleys.
The landscape of the Himalayas never failed to impress me with its towering peaks, verdant forests, and meandering rivers. As we rode through winding mountain roads and treacherous trails, I felt a sense of exhilaration and awe at the majestic beauty that surrounded me. Each day brought new challenges and discoveries, testing our riding skills on rugged terrain. Despite the physical demands of the journey, the breathtaking vistas and camaraderie of fellow riders made every moment worth it.
As we reached the highest motorable pass in the world, Khardung La, I was filled with a sense of accomplishment and wonder at the stunning views that stretched before me.
The Roof of India motorcycle adventure with Nomadic Knights had not only pushed me to my limits but had also enriched my understanding of the diverse cultures and landscapes of the Himalayan region.
It was a journey that tested my endurance, cultivated my spirit of adventure, and left me with memories that will last a lifetime.
Peter Washington | Australia
The best thing you’ll ever do
Richard Isgar | England
The best thing you’ll ever do
Ride: Roof Of India
The Roof Of India is the best thing you'll ever do on two wheels.
Amazing scenery, great motorcycles, brilliantly organised and fantastic people.
I can't wait to go back.
My wife and I are booking your Grand Canyon India, South India trip for 2026 to celebrate my 50th birthday.
Richard Isgar | England
The whole trip was fantastic
Gary Humphrey
The whole trip was fantastic
Ride: Rode To Everest
What an amazing journey to a truly awesome destination with a fantastic group of people.
From the challenging broken roads of Northern Nepal, and out of a vibrant & crazy Kathmandu City, we rode across the stunningly vast Tibetan Plateau on fantastic roads to the busy city of Lhasa in Tibet.
Then, it was on to the awesome Everest Base Camp. We rode many high mountain passes on some of the best ‘twisties’ I’ve ever ridden.
The whole trip was fantastic.
Alex & his brilliant team have certainly got Extreme Motorcycle Adventure to one of the remotest places on this planet, well & truly sorted.
I’ll be booking another ride for sure.
Gary Humphrey
Life gets much more interesting when you say YES…
Iain Crockart
Life gets much more interesting when you say YES…
Ride: Rode To Everest
I first met and rode with Alex (founder of Nomadic Knights) way back in 2007 on a crazy life affirming ride in the Himalayas.
The riding, the mountains, the people, and the adventure literally changed how I think, approach and experience life and I carry that with me to this day. And the only reason I found myself on a 500cc Bullet at 18,000ft was because I said YES to a friend’s suggestion that we pack our bags and head off to India (Thanks Will).
Without that one YES, I would not have been on so many amazing, crazy, out there adventures with Alex and the Nomadic Knights team.
This is me celebrating with a cold one in Kathmandu just after we all finished the Rode to Everest.
If you’re thinking about it… just say YES.
Iain Crockart
This motorcycle adventure was truly unbeatable
David Donaldson
This motorcycle adventure was truly unbeatable
Ride: Rode To Everest
I hope it will be many years before I have to hang up my rider gear and I plan to do a lot more motorcycling trips before then.
The very real problem is what to do next; because I’ve just done the Rode to Everest trip with Nomadic Knights and I genuinely do not believe that there is any two week motorcycle adventure trip available anywhere on this planet which could possibly compare with, never mind top, the experience I had on this ride.
The team spirit, stunning scenery, culture overload, sense of privilege, and expert leadership on this motorcycle adventure was truly unbeatable and has left me with the most amazing memories, stories, and friends for life.
David Donaldson
All the day-to-day bullshit fades away rapidly
Andy Knowles
All the day-to-day bullshit fades away rapidly
Ride: Rode To Everest
Being in the mountains is beginning to feel like my second home.
Spending time in the Himalayas is something that feels very special at the time but hits harder after you return home.
It’s almost impossible to think about anything else whilst you’re riding across the largest mountain range on the planet; all the day-to-day bullshit fades away rapidly and you begin to feel alive again.
I think it’s something everyone should experience whilst they can.
It’s a true privilege.
Enjoy the ride!
Andy Knowles
I am still absolutely buzzing
Steve Dent
I am still absolutely buzzing
Ride: Rode To Everest
Having ridden the Roof of India with Alex previously, I thought I’d seen the Himalayas.
How wrong I was!
Glimpsing the snow covered peaks from the warmth of Kathmandu was surreal. Once in Tibet the roads are amazing with twisty smooth tarmac taking you over high pass after high pass with the views growing in majesty with each summit.
Lhasa is an amazing city and the visit to Potala Palace left us feeling very honoured to have seen such an important part of Tibetan history.
The day of the ride to Base Camp afforded us incredible views of Everest and its neighbouring peaks as we made our way closer to our goal.
To see the world’s tallest mountain at the end of the valley from where we would camp for the night, was a truly unforgettable experience.
I couldn’t stop looking at it and have many photos of the incredible sunset and sunrise. I am still absolutely buzzing from the ride.
It’s an experience that I’ll never forget.
Steve Dent
My dream come true
Robin Dawson
My dream come true
Ride: Rode To Everest
I originally booked this motorcycle adventure back in 2019, and due to world events, it wasn’t until 2023 that I was able to take part. Four years is a long time to wait but it has been so worth it.
What an adventure!
We had a great bunch of riders and fantastic weather.
I'm still telling everyone how great the trip was and will do for quite some time.
Mount Everest Base Camp - my dream come true.
Thank you to the Nomadic Knights team.
Robin Dawson
This is the moment
Bradley Brown
This is the moment
Ride: Rode To Everest
This is the moment that all the planning, preparation, and hard work was for! How many people can say they’ve spent the night at the North Face of Mount Everest Base Camp?
A truly unforgettable adventure!
Bradley Brown
A deeply rewarding motorcycle challenge!
Michael Trump
A deeply rewarding motorcycle challenge!
Ride: Rode To Everest
Rode to Everest was a truly incredible adventure all the way. Spending the night at Mt. Everest Base Camp and celebrating with a great group of people is an experience that I'll never forget.
Alex and his team are top notch, both as trip leaders and as people.
I highly recommend Nomadic Knights if you're looking for a fun and deeply rewarding motorcycle challenge!
Michael Trump
Knackered and happy after a rewarding and challenging day
Bob Hughes
Knackered and happy after a rewarding and challenging day
Ride: Roof Of India
For me, written on my face is the pleasure, especially with drinks in hand, and the trials of the Roof of India.
I look knackered and happy.
India is a beautiful but challenging country and that’s no doubt why you choose to live there. Lucky you. I truly found the trip tough and fulfilling. And that’s the point of it.
I hope these quotes are useful.
“Knackered and happy after a rewarding and challenging day on the Roof of India Adventure”
“Every day the Roof of India trip challenges and rewards in equal measure to the very last day. An amazing country to travel with friends, new and old.
Plenty of laughs, beer and whisky. The Nomadic Knights team and Alex leading somewhere way in the distance makes this Motorcycle Adventure unique, and much more than the unknown road ahead.”
Thank you.
Bob Hughes
The laughter......oh the laughter...
Michael Hobbs
The laughter......oh the laughter...
Ride: Roof Of India
My loved ones often question my sanity when I say I am going on another Indian ‘extreme’ adventure trip with Nomadic Knights.
They don’t get it, most people don’t get it.
These trips are more than riding motorcycles through some of the most beautiful terrain in the world. The ‘Roof of India’ is not for the feint hearted. It’s a true adventure with like-minded riders. Some of the best people you will ever meet.
The sense of accomplishment, the friendships made, the laughter......oh the laughter...makes this an experience you will never forget. I’m 63 years young, a big unit, and I ached every night after an amazing days riding... but the spring in my step every morning, the anticipation of ‘what are we going to experience today’... made me feel alive.
I have done six, very different, trips with Alex, and the Nomadic Knights team... all different.... all memorable.
A quote I love to live by, “JOBS FILL YOUR POCKETS, BUT ADVENTURES FILL YOUR SOUL.”
Never a truer statement made.
Michael Hobbs
Thank heaven I’m on a Royal Enfield Himalayan
Hugo Trepant
Thank heaven I’m on a Royal Enfield Himalayan
Ride: Roof Of India
Really..?
Hmm… what road?
Are you sure there is a road up there?
Thank heaven I’m on a Royal Enfield Himalayan
Hugo Trepant
Will I be booking another ride? Hell yes!
Andy Hocking
Will i be booking another ride? Hell yes!
Ride: Roof Of India
Nothing can prepare you for the impact of this extreme motorcycle adventure. You’ll need a strong constitution and a well well-rounded positive attitude if you’re to enjoy it. A sense of humour is also essential.
Alex and his team,…. well not really. They feel like one big family, and everyone’s welcome.
I think they’re the best.
We experienced every sensual overload. Sound, smells, feelings, tastes and sights that throw your mind and imagination into overdrive. The new and lasting friendships you’ll make on this adventure will help you through anything and everything.
Readjusting when getting home is tough.
You have to come down from a massive high and adjust your senses to normal life, if there can be such a thing after this.
Will I be booking another ride?
Hell yes!
Andy Hocking
Attack on the senses
Phil Coulstock
Attack on the senses
Ride: Roof Of India
After returning from riding the Roof Of India, I struggle to summarise such an adventure. The trip was recommended to me by a friend who had done multiple rides with Alex and his team and the stories gave me high expectations.
The trip did not disappoint in any capacity and exceeded every expectation in every way. From start to finish, every aspect of this extreme motorcycle adventure gave me huge levels of adrenaline fuelled excitement and a genuine sense of achievement in huge proportions.
Most striking for me was the dramatic changes in scenery and road conditions, the variety of super friendly people and the different cultures we experienced along the way. And the amount of unusual wild animals we encountered.
No two days felt the same. However, the one thing that remained constant was the smiles, laughter and camaraderie each evening over dinner. Whether in a hotel or around the camp fire.
Would I recommend this trip, no – I would insist on this trip.
You haven’t lived until you’ve participated, shared and contributed to a journey like this.
Phil Coulstock
Expert Guidance
Simon Darby
Expert Guidance
Ride: Roof Of India
I had the most incredible adventure riding with Nomadic Knights through the breath-taking Himalayas!
The winding mountain roads, the stunning vistas, and the camaraderie among fellow riders made it the experience of a lifetime.
Thanks to their expert guidance and first class organisation.
It's a journey I'll cherish forever.
Simon Darby
The best thing
Emily Marshall
The best thing
Ride: Roof Of India
Thanks for an amazing 2 weeks.
It’s the best thing I've ever done.
Emily Marshall
This trip is not for the faint hearted. It is full on. Every day.
Stuart Brewer
This trip is not for the faint hearted. It is full on. Every day.
Ride: Roof Of India
It was awesome, testing, emotional, awe inspiring, challenging, rewarding amongst many more adjectives. It was so much more than I expected. Fabulous.
The reason why I chose to do this trip with Nomadic Knights was the fact that they stood out in seeming to know their stuff. On the ground, it is so much more than that. The weather conditions from day one meant constantly changing plans, routes, accommodation, you name it.
Alex and his crew are at the top of their game. Every detail of these trips has been honed by years of experience by a team who not only live in India but have an absolute passion for what they do.
This trip is not for the feint hearted.
It is full on. Every day.
But is so much more than the riding or the terrain or the scenery. It is as much about the comradery and the sense of all being in it together, joined by a common glue of love of bikes and adventure. We had as much fun once the riding was done as we did doing the rides.
There were days when I was pushed to the edge both mentally and physically but , as soon as the riding was done for the day with was replaced with an overwhelming feeling of achievement. Time for food and beer and conversation with likeminded mates.
I wouldn't do another trip like this with anyone else.
Stuart Brewer
A fantastic experience
Colin Jones
A fantastic experience
Ride: Roof Of India
This trip had everything.
Monsoon rains, landslides, fording and washed out rivers. An incredible adventure all set in the epic scale of the Himalayan Mountains. We rode through villages and towns teeming with people and into mountain landscapes which were completely empty and on a vast scale.
We stayed on houseboats, in hotels, and even camped.
Alex and his crew are masters of organisation.
Any problems were swiftly dealt with. Bikes were fixed and routes changed quickly to avoid landslides.
The rest of the riders were great. We all got on very well and I have made some new friends.
It was a fantastic experience and was a very well organised ride.
Colin Jones
See you on the next ride
Jason Houle
See you on the next ride
Ride: Roof Of India
The Roof of India was a true adventure from the get go.
The ride didn’t disappoint one bit. It’s crazy driving in India compared to the USA but fun and exciting at the same time. The roads were challenging in a way that commands you to focus and pay attention.
If you look around for a second, you may find yourself in a ditch, pot hole, or colliding with a sleeping cow in the middle of the road.
The Himalayas are something you have to see in person. So get off the couch and sign up for the ride of your life.
Alex and his team were absolutely great and got us to our destination safely, which at times, you really didn’t think would be possible.
I did this two up with my girl who was a real trooper never complained. She rode the whole route as pillion on the Royal Enfield Himalayan.
Cheers, and see you on the next ride.
Jason Houle
Masters of their craft
Mervyn Morrison
Masters of their craft
Ride: Roof Of India
Nomadic Knights are a tight operation that cope with the changing circumstances effortlessly.
Spanner spinning and road side repairs are executed in a blink of an eye!
Drivers get the luggage through places that would put Wells Fargo to shame!
During the course of the ride, phrases from Alex's initial briefing rattled around my head. And, upon reflection, they made perfect sense.
The Team are masters of their craft.
Mervyn Morrison
You will have a trip to remember for life, and left wanting more…
Peter Hudec
You will have a trip to remember for life, and left wanting more…
Ride: Roof Of India
I have been researching Himalayas tour for couple of years before I bit the bullet with my mate Russ.
We did Roof Of India and I believe Russ is going back next year. Yes he loves the whisky that much.
It is one of the life time trips and if you want to feel freedom, but at the same time feel safe with the team always behind your back, then this is the motorcycle adventure for you.
I rode on my own for an hour or so in the middle of nowhere, but felt safe and the joy of that combination, you can't put a price on.
It's not holiday for sure, it’s extreme adventure where you will be tested with a good combo of extreme. But that's what this is all about. Pushing yourself and the bike to the limits…
We passed many other groups, but they looked lost and with no passion to ride.
Nomadic Knights are a great team and are a brilliant laugh.
Try not to be a hero and you will have trip to remember for life, and left wanting more...
Peter Hudec
Leaps and bounds above the rest.
Robyn McAlpine
Leaps and bounds above the rest.
Ride: Roof Of India
We looked for quite a few years (during lockdown) for motorcycle tour companies and even paid a deposit with another provider. But once I found Nomadic Knights, it was just instinctively leaps and bounds above the rest.
From the minute you reach out to Alex, to the team, crew and the ride… absolutely we made the right choice, even though we stretched ourselves on the investment.
The care, safety, attention detail, bike maintenance, support… every detail taken care of.
All you need to do is bring your gear, a sense of adventure, a dash of common sense and you’re off on an experience of a lifetime.
Robyn McAlpine
It’s absolutely out of this world.
Russell Quilter
It’s absolutely out of this world.
Ride: Roof Of India
Freedom, adventure, safety and professionalism.
So many laughs and of course a whisky or two.
This adventure is not to be missed.
It’s absolutely out of this world.
Russell Quilter
Alex and the Nomadic Knights team have really got this sussed.
Tony Charlton
Alex and the Nomadic Knights team have really got this sussed.
Ride: Roof Of India
I was tasked with finding the best tour in the Himalayas for our 3 man annual Jolly Boys Biking Week.
It had to be epic.
It had to be the best bike trip we'd ever done, because it really was a once in a lifetime thing. A real, ‘if we don't do it know, we may never get the chance again’.
It had to mirror our passion for finding our own way, for a true adventure with challenges, unknowns, laughs, beers, and a lifetimes worth of memories of riding epic roads and trails and sharing new experiences.
We weren't going to tick off sightseeing spots, we were going because we know from our own trips to the Pyrenees and the Alps and everywhere else (in Europe) that mountain motorcycling is amazing.
The awe inspiring views that give a million photo opportunities if only you could bear to stop riding for a second. The experience of different cultures, foods, languages and people. The swiftly changing weather, roads and trails, and even the unexpected change of plans and dramas that pushing yourself out of your comfort zone inevitably brings when you take on the unknown.
The warm glow of sharing the personal moments and the highs and lows over a beer or four with the laughter and camaraderie of great people, every night.
An organised tour? Surely not!
Alex and the Nomadic Knights team have really got this sussed.
Our expectations were high for the Roof of India trip, they were surpassed, and then some. Who you choose to go with will make a massive difference. We three, and our new riding buddies on the trip, chose well. I firmly believe we couldn't have made a better decision in who to trust to deliver the back-up, guidance, assistance, freedom and laughs we had.
It was awesome, every single day. Just Awesome!
Tony Charlton
This the best motorcycle adventure you will ever take
Andy Matthews
This the best motorcycle adventure you will ever take
Ride: Roof Of India
What has this trip been for me?
Extreme and awe-inspiring scenery. Extreme and changeling road conditions with often extreme weather.
Most of all, extreme memories to treasure, with an extremely supportive support team. Often, they left us wondering how they would get through, only to show up minutes later.
This the best motorcycle adventure you will ever take. We forged lasting friendships and a passion for the world accessible on two wheels.
This is something my son and I will never forget. It’s left us feeling desperate for our next Extreme Motorcycle Adventure.
Andy Matthews
The June 2023 group would do the whole thing again
Bob Mpofu
The July 2023 group would do the whole thing again
Ride: Roof Of India
After a long days ride through mud and along steep cliffs, we arrive at Sural Bhatori remote campsite. We find ourselves near the peak of vast mountains- amongst the white snow caps and green grass slopes. (not just descriptive words - literally what it is)
And there are two local villages playing cricket on the slopes with loud speaker blaring commentary and local music in overdrive. The local ladies are cheering the teams just up the slopes. And after, whilst having tea, they all danced around in a circle.
All I can say is fuuuuuuuuuu***####..... this is surreal!
Six weeks on and I’m still buzzing about the experiences and the challenges of being a novice rider on a sensory overload ride like this one. Amazing views, tough riding, incredible culture, new friendships, and a full life experience that imprints in your psyche. It’s way more than motorcycle riding, honestly.
Coming from a worldview where we want to be in control of everything, riding the Roof of India, and at times not knowing if we’d get to our destination due to landslides or the plethora of other obstacles that exist, makes for an incredibly freeing experience. It forces you to be in the moment and just enjoy it, with no option but to keep going forward.
We didn’t know if the support vehicles would be able meet us at the next destination, or whether it would rain, or be a billion degrees. (pictured)
Thanks to Alex and Vidhya for such an incredible life experience that we’ll never forget. And for having such an amazing support crew. (I always hanging with the sweeper)
I’m 100% certain all the June 2023 group would do the whole thing again in a heartbeat.
Bob Mpofu
Living the dream
John Roe
Living the dream
Ride: Roof Of India
It’s just living the dream every day for a fortnight!
With riding skills challenged daily and relaxation in the evenings with like-minded folk and the odd beer.
Thanks for a great adventure.
John Roe
Bucket list done right!
Leo Barbosa
Bucket list done right!
Ride: Rode To Everest
The Rode to Everest adventure should be on every motorcyclist’s bucket list. It's an incredible experience that will test your skills and reward you with stunning views from Nepal, Tibet and Mount Everest!
If in doubt, just book this ride! You won't regret it!
Just do it!
Leo Barbosa
Undeniably a bucket list experience
Henry Tapia
Undeniably a bucket list experience
Ride: Rode To Everest
We finally went on this ride after delaying for a couple of years due to Covid, and I can say that it was definitely worth the wait. I went with a few friends and came out with a lot more, thanks to the ragtag bunch of adventure seekers.
I had the absolute privilege of celebrating my birthday at Everest base camp, a birthday I will never forget.
Thanks to Alex and the team for making it special.
I'll very likely be coming back for another trip with Nomadic Knights.
I can highly recommend it.
Henry Tapia
You won’t regret it
Adam Nowotny
You won’t regret it
Ride: Rode To Everest
The Rode To Everest ride was an absolute blast.
Conquering challenging terrains, riding alongside great people, and taking in the utterly breathtaking views made it an unforgettable motorcycle adventure.
The experience of bedding down for the night at Base Camp with Everest in full view will stay with me forever.
Whatever it takes to do this ride, ‘Just Do It’ as they say.
You won’t regret it.
Adam Nowotny
The best thing I’ve ever done
Stuart Hibbert
The best thing I’ve ever done
Ride: Rode To Everest
The Rode to Everest ride was a truly fantastic experience and I loved every minute! I genuinely made some great friends and the riding was amazing.
I especially loved the big landscapes, high mountain passes and being with all the other riders.
It’s the best thing I’ve ever done and I’m hoping to do another trip with Alex and his team in the future.
Stuart Hibbert
It sure beats sitting behind a desk
Chris Everard
It sure beats sitting behind a desk
Ride: India’s Lost World
This is a proper extreme motorcycle adventure and it sure beats sitting behind a desk.
These are the best of days and I’ll never forget this experience.
The mud washed off but the memories never will.
Chris Everard
Loved every minute
Becs Mitchell
Loved every minute
Ride: Grand Canyon India
India’s Grand Canyon - it is all part of the adventure and South India is fantastic.
In short, the Nomadic Knights team are fabulous. My mind, heart and soul are better for knowing them.
From my first swim in the Arabian Sea and meeting up with the other riders, I knew this was going to be a great trip. The ride took us through so many different terrains. The dry heat of the coast, the shady coolness of the jungle, the wildlife of the Western Ghats, the open landscapes and colours of agriculture as we continued east. The calm stillness of sunrise at the Grand Canyon to the busy energy of the Murdeshwar market.
Riding a Bullet in India is life changing for the better. The support and organisation of the team is well oiled and professional, leaving you able to focus on the riding.
I thoroughly enjoyed the challenges of the ride, some days more eventful than others, and loved every minute.
Live Life. Love Adventure.
Becs Mitchell
I love these trips
Tony Smith
I love these trips
Ride: The Dirty Dozen
It’s two weeks of fantastic motorcycling and unwinding from all the worldly stresses.
After day five, I’d lost count. I just knew that each morning would bring yet another challenging adventure.
These motorcycle trips are my personal reset button.
But they’re much more than just motorcycling.
They’re about friendship, letting go, camaraderie, not taking yourself too seriously and most importantly of all, having a proper laugh.
Alex and the Nomadic Knights team have a simple motto.
‘What goes on tour, stays on tour’.
I love these trips.
I'm going to do more...
Tony Smith
Live your dream
Ian Ordish
Live your dream
Ride: Hinterland 2 – The Recce
The adventure is out there.
That sums it up.
When do you ever get to do a real adventure? This may be the only time.
Enjoy every minute.
Live your dream.
Ian Ordish
Fantastic memories
Geoff Archie
Fantastic memories
Ride: Hinterland 2 – The Recce
We had been riding on the Rann Of Kutch salt flats, near to the India-Pakistan border.
As we were leaving, I stopped on a soft patch.
Vidhya kindly gave me a push and I sprayed mud and salt all over her.
I then proceeded to power the mighty Enfield up the bank and onto the road.
What a great day and fantastic memories.
Geoff Archie
The tours are run extremely professionally.
Himanshu Bhatnagar
The tours are run extremely professionally.
Ride: Roof Of India
When I was researching for this trip, I came across many tours but Nomadic Knights seemed to be the most professionally organized.
It also helped that I knew of another rider who’d done this trip. Now after doing two tours with Alex, I can absolutely attest to the fact that the money is well worth it.
The tours are run extremely professionally.
The crew are well trained and Alex rides and leads the group each trip. I would not dream of going with another company for India motorcycle trips.
As a bonus, Scotch is available most of the time.
Himanshu Bhatnagar
Mind blowing adventure
Dave Currie
Mind blowing adventure
India’s lost world… This is not an adventure for the faint hearted. It is extremely demanding but at the same time rewarding. I have found that the harder the trip the more memorable it is.
Fourteen days, 2000kms of some of the most unforgiving roads, beautiful scenery, friendly people of The Seven States of North East India. You want something different?… Go on sign up for this mind blowing adventure.
Dave Currie
Do it
Vicky Romankiw
Do it
Don’t just think about it, do it. What a fantastic trip.
Vicky Romankiw
What a fantastic adventure
Scott Niven
What a fantastic adventure
Having just completed the India’s Lost World recce trip with Alex and his team, I have to say what a fantastic adventure it was. Traveling from one state into another and seeing how thing’s change from the local people, the scenery and the food was a great experience. They say that travel broaden’s the mind, this trip will blow your mind.
Scott Niven
Will remember it for the rest of my life
Michael Phillips
Will remember it for the rest of my life
Travel to a new country, on a different motorcycle and meet new friends (and soon to become lifelong friends), challenge your ability in so many ways, go outside your comfort zone, experience a new culture and viewpoint on life and learn more about yourself.
We’ve all heard these claims before but a trip to the Himalayas really does all of these at the same time. I travelled there in 2010 and I will remember it for the rest of my life. Despite riding motorcycles for over 25 years, nothing prepares you for the onslaught to your senses while driving in the Himalayas. Alex was our leader on this trip and added to the experience with his obvious love and passion for India and extensive local knowledge. Looking after such a diverse group through tough terrain is no easy task but he did it every time. It’s a no brainer… just do it!
Michael Phillips
Absolutely amazing
Ray Cruttenden
Absolutely amazing
I have to say that the trip I did with you lads last year in North India was absolutely amazing, most of which I have to say was down to you. You’re definitely up for the crack and you know your way around the Himalayas. Any problems we had you were there to sort them out. I will be booking another trip with you this year.
Ray Cruttenden
Best holiday ever
Neil Cooper
Best holiday ever
Here it is: Wow guys, if you ever have thought about travelling to India, and want to see the real india in all its glory completely off the tourist track, this is the trip, it is awesome, me and Kate did this one last year! Best holiday ever! And, you drive your own Ambassador and get to know the locals yourself! If you want a very special, once in a lifetime trip, educational, where all your senses go wild! This is the trip!
Neil Cooper
A life changing experience
Mark Tucker
A life changing experience
My first motorcycle trip with Alex and what a trip it was! On a 14 day tour of Rajasthan on Royal Enfield 500cc Bullets we experienced rural and urban India in a way that just would not be possible any other way. The colours, smells and sights as we made our way through Rajasthan will remain with me for ever more. We witnessed the basic way of life in the remote villages to the absolute chaos of the cities, creating immense local interest whenever we stopped highlighting what different worlds we come from. A life changing experience.
Mark Tucker
My smile says it all
Sarah Tresman
My smile says it all
I still struggle to describe the trip to those who ask me about it and am reminded of the wisdom of Wally Herbert (the first man to cross the Arctic Ocean) who once said: “Those who need to ask will never understand the answer, while others who feel the answer will never need to ask.” Although to those who do ask me about it, I suspect my smile says it all.
Sarah Tresman
An amazing motorcycle adventure
Michael Trump
An amazing motorcycle adventure
Alex was a knowledgeable team leader and a genuine fun guy to experience the Himalayas with. He showed a group of people an incredible time and it would be a pleasure to go on a trip with them again. I highly recommend Alex to anyone looking for an amazing motorcycle adventure. It was one of the best experiences of my life.
Michael Trump
Organisation and execution was faultless
Steve King
Organisation and execution was faultless
I travelled through the Himalayas with Alex on a Royal Enfield 500cc Bullet. I took thousands of photographs but none could really capture the impact it had on me. The sights I saw, the people I met, the lasting friendships I made and the experiences I had will stay with me forever. I was free to enjoy my adventure because the organisation and execution was faultless. Thanks guys.
Steve King
Himalayas holds you, mesmerises you & terrifies you
Neil Paterson
Himalayas holds you, mesmerises you & terrifies you
Who would have possibly thought it, the humble Enfield flying amongst the clouds, diving into rivers and crashing over and through the rock strewn terrain and not only surviving but thriving. This little defiant motorcycle has made me think of all the similarities that it has with this part of the world. The people live a simple, uncomplicated life often battling with the elements and harsh landscape that they find themselves tied to, yet provide the stranger with a warmth of spirit along with a beautiful smile that we seldom see or have the opportunity to embrace. The almost barren, unforgiving landscape of the Himalayas holds you, mesmerises you, and terrifies you only to lead you around the corner and take your breath away. So long live the Enfield, humble, defiant King of the road.
Neil Paterson
One of my best rides ever
Chris Fox
One of my best rides ever
An adventure that should be undertaken by any motorcyclist with a taste for the unexpected and the awesome power of mother nature. A fantastic adventure with a very organised Team – well done guys and thanks for one of my best rides ever.
Chris Fox
Exceeded my wildest dreams
Treve Wearne
Exceeded my wildest dreams
This adventure has exceeded my wildest dreams; kicking my Royal Enfield into life, I contemplate what has just passed. Weaving like a thread through the Himalayas, I have been gifted to briefly meet truly amazing people who live their lives so differently to our own, content with so little. It is an experience that will live with me forever.
Treve Wearne
Thrive off the experiences
Jonathan Benson
Thrive off the experiences
Thank you to everyone who came together from four different continents (UK/Europe, Africa, India/Asia, and Australia) who made the adventure what it was. I will thrive off the experiences for the rest of my life.
Jonathan Benson
Hugely rewarding trip
Leigh Brookes
Hugely rewarding trip
It was a challenging but hugely rewarding trip. The memories of the trusty old motorcycle, the fantastic people I was riding alongside, the breathtaking scenery and of rounding a blind bend on a mountain pass and coming face to face with sleeping cow will stay with me for a long time and inspire many more adventures!
Leigh Brookes
An incredible journey
Adam Buckmaster
An incredible journey
This ‘holiday’ was an incredible journey. The scenery was stunning, the riding always challenging, and the people brilliant. It is not an overstatement to say that everyday was an adventure and I made some great friends along the way.
Adam Buckmaster
It's overwhelming, it's life changing & it's absolutely fantasic
Bob Jefferies
It's overwhelming, it's life changing & it's absolutely fantasic
This is not just about riding an Enfield Bullet motorbike through the Himalayas, although that’s an adventure in itself; it’s much more than that. This adventure is something you have to experience yourself to understand – ask anyone who’s been. You meet new people, see how they work and live and make lots of new best friends. You ride roads, go places, do things and see sights that others only dream of. You start an adventure and end up completely changing your life. Riding in the Himalayas once is just not enough, your brain just cannot absorb everything you do, see and experience on just one trip, it’s overwhelming, its life changing, and it’s absolutely fantastic – do it – now!
Bob Jefferies
A vivid & life enhancing experience without a doubt
Iain Crockart
A vivid & life enhancing experience without a doubt
Up here in the mountains you feel totally free, your mind needs to concentrate so much on staying alive, that it makes you feel alive, a vivid and life enhancing experience without a doubt. It was tough, it was magical, it was a real adventure. I salute you, my fellow adventurers, the times we shared can never to be taken away or forgotten.
Iain Crockart
Life didn’t get any better than this
Norman Scobie
Life didn’t get any better than this
I’ve been at the birth of my children, swam with a pod of wild dolphins in the Atlantic, and skied on days God would have made for himself to enjoy; but along with those best days of my life, now belong those spent traversing the Himalayas. We were blessed with a group of people that after 2 weeks felt more like family than friends, good weather that allowed us to enjoy the journey and the landscape, and the certain knowledge that life didn’t get any better than this. I used hyperbole like awesome and unbelievable continually on the journey but since I got back I’ve dropped those from every day speech, it would seem like being unfaithful to use them elsewhere to the Himalayas.
Norman Scobie
Sheer joy & exhilaration
Andy Wellesley
Sheer joy & exhilaration
I feel privileged to have visited a magical place and to have shared experiences with such a great bunch of people. It wasn’t just the country, the things we did and the places we saw that made it for me, but it was all the guys and gals that took part that made it really special.
Thank you to everyone. I have so many good memories of the journey and a few that will remain very strong: The first of many Kingfisher beers at the hotel in Leh. The first proper local meal in the German Bakery in Leh with Treve, by candlelight (a necessity rather than choice I hasten to add as there was a power cut!).
The comfort of a bed after the long, long day to Tso Moriri even if it was outside. The sheer joy and exhilaration of riding flat out with Dave along the rocky valley floor before climbing up and over into the Spitti Valley. Deep fried Mo-Mo’s! The relief that Norman didn’t snore (too much!) The whiskey fest at the campsite in Nako – and I normally hate the stuff! Beating Jon at pool in Shimla (it had nothing to do with the money!) The onion bhajis on arrival at Sam’s place in Narkanda when cold wet and very tired (although I wont rush to eat them with tomato sauce any time soon). There are so many others.
Andy Wellesley
Most dramatic and beautiful scenery
Michael Milich
Most dramatic and beautiful scenery
It needed a bit of time to go by for me to absorb the significance of the adventure in the sky. At the time of the trip we were a group of likeminded individuals doing what we love the most and enjoying the challenges every day presented. At times it was not easy thumping along on our faithful Enfields over mountain passes that may have challenged some more contemporary purpose designed motorcycles. But if it was easy it would not have had the same meaning it has now in the afterglow of the trip.
We travelled through some of the most dramatic and beautiful scenery I have ever seen. Almost every moment had a mountain, river, valley or some other natural phenomenon that simply took ones breath away. A number of weeks after the ride I look back on the adventure and think how fortunate I have been to have experienced the beauty of the Himalaya and the companionship of a group of great bikers. The entire experience in a word – awesome! Would I do it again – you bet!
Michael Milich
So much fun
Maurice Summerson
So much fun
I’ve done many adventure rides, on many continents, both solo and guided, but the Indian Himalaya’s are unique! The altitude, vastness, exhilarating FUN roads and tracks, military fuel tankers equivalent to The Ice Road Truckers, fabulously fickle weather and road conditions all contribute to the uniqueness. Then there are the wonderful local people with characteristic fine spirit and hospitality. Particularly the kids, the future… look in their sparkling eyes. Not to forget the iconic 50-years old design ‘Bullet’ the perfect eccentric tool for this adventure experience.
So much FUN to coax and chug up to 18,340ft, then chug a little more briskly down again. Oh, and the odd bulldozer landslide sections and water splashes. My ‘Bullet’ loved it, and no scars. The support team of guides, medics, mechanics, trucks and local ‘Fixer’ are all commended for their personal enthusiasm, experience and capabilities.
Maurice Summerson