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“Travelling – it leaves you speechless, then turns you into a storyteller.” – Ibn Battuta

Not chasing destinations.
Chasing the feeling of getting there.

We’re Agata and Joris – two riders exploring the world on two wheels. From remote off-road tracks to long-distance journeys across continents, we share real stories, tested gear and the kind of adventure you can’t always plan.

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Women Only Nepal Trip Last Day: Going Home Anothe Women Only Nepal Trip
Last Day: Going Home

Another early start - our adventure wan’t done yet, but it was time to head home. 
We left for the airport before sunrise, and even there, Nepal gave us one last gift - the Annapurna Range, glowing softly in the morning light, visible right from the runway.

The lovely lady at the check-in desk must’ve known we weren’t ready to say goodbye just yet - she gave us the best seats on the plane, with the mountains stretching below us for the whole flight. Watching those snow-covered peaks slide by… it was pure magic.

Back in Kathmandu, we returned to the Manaslu Hotel, where it had all started. Breakfast, hot showers, one shared room for a bit of rest - and then a slow, easy day of shopping, chatting, and squeezing out every last moment of Nepal’s charm.

Some of us treated ourselves to a massage (and honestly, it might have been the best one of my life!), while others wandered through the markets, collecting final souvenirs and tiny memories to take home.

And then came the hardest part - the goodbyes. Red scarves tied around our necks for safe travels, hugs all around, and a few teary smiles. 

Kasia and I took our flight back through Dubai, with a long layover that turned into a much-needed nap, and finally landed in Kraków the next day.

Nepal was unforgettable - the dust, the mountains, the laughter, the roads, and all the incredible women who shared them.

But as they say… there’s no place like home. And golden autumn in Kraków isn’t a bad place to come back to.

[Agata]

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What a day! We started the morning at sea level a What a day!

We started the morning at sea level and ended it high in the mountains.

After fueling the bikes and grabbing a coffee in Nafpaktos, we hit the road. Since we were already "behind schedule", we skipped Day 1 of ACT Greece and joined halfway through Day 2.

Smooth twisty tarmac soon turned into adventure asphalt, then adventure concrete. At one point Agata commented that she would almost prefer off-road to this road.

Be careful what you wish for.

The off-road arrived shortly afterwards and gave us a quick reality check. We definitely needed some time to find our rhythm again.

The track was fantastic. Spectacular views, beautiful mountain scenery, and villages that looked far more alive than expected. Instead of abandoned ruins, we found charming houses and recently restored buildings.

After completing Day 2, we continued onto Day 3. The forest sections were pure joy: cool shade, soft tracks, and flowing riding. Then ACT reminded us what it's famous for: stones, rocks, gravel... and more rocks.

There was also a memorable river crossing where both of us ended up with very wet boots. We've reached the conclusion that Gore-Tex is excellent at keeping water exactly where it belongs once it gets inside.

By evening we were ready to stop, but finding food and accommodation became an adventure of its own. Several cafés we chased down had apparently been closed for years despite still appearing on maps.

Eventually we reached a small mountain village where we were treated to yet another feast. We almost pitched our tent beside a tiny chapel overlooking the valley, but a local biker convinced us to ride another 25 km to a nearby hotel.

Good decision.

We got a room with a view. Or perhaps a view with a room attached to it.

One guest welcomed us with a litre of local moonshine "for the road" and two beers. The chef added a selection of local specialities.

Apparently we're quite likeable.

Tomorrow: the rest of Day 3 and Day 4.

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Day 4: Kalopani - Samar

Another day on the road — and what a start! 
We actually managed to stick to the plan and got up at 5:45 to catch the sunrise. Totally worth it.
Dhaulagiri looked like it was on fire in the first light, and Annapurna stood crystal clear with not a single cloud around. Pure magic. 

After that breathtaking view, we hopped on the bikes and rode up to Titi Lake. The lake itself wasn’t too impressive — but the views around it? Absolutely stunning. Snowy peaks reflecting in the water, soft morning light, total peace.
We even crossed a suspension bridge on the way there and back, which added a nice little dose of adrenaline!

After breakfast, we officially entered Upper Mustang. The traffic dropped, the roads got rougher, and the adventure level went way up. A few dropped bikes here and there (no big deal 😉), but the ride and the views made up for everything.

By afternoon, we climbed up to around 3,620 meters above sea level, and you could really feel the chill. Funny thing — no heating in the guesthouses here! (Though yesterday they surprised us with heated beds, so there’s still hope 😅).

The air’s thinner, the mountains higher, and the spirits even higher. Tomorrow we keep climbing — deeper into Mustang and closer to the sky. 
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One week on the road, and not a single post. Not b One week on the road, and not a single post. Not because nothing happened, but because our trip had plans of its own.

It started with ACT France. Then we decided the ride there would be too long and expensive. The Baltic States briefly entered the conversation. Then ACT Greece won.

We left Poland on Corpus Christi, a little late after Joris spent the previous night helping Finnish riders get their Husky 901 back on the road. After a long day of kilometres and unpredictable weather, we ended up in Novi Sad, Serbia, enjoying the hospitality of Bilja, Agata's former colleague, and her family.

The next day started even later thanks to long breakfasts and even longer conversations. Our goal was Leskovik in Albania, but we only made it as far as Camp Popoland near Niš.
What was supposed to be one night became three when Agata was hit by a nasty stomach bug. Luckily, the campsite turned out to be the perfect recovery ward: friendly owners, fresh bread delivered to the tent every morning, and even a local wedding one afternoon at the campsite restaurant. Not exactly the Serbian cultural experience we had planned, but certainly one we'll remember.

After two days of rest, we continued south. Then a massive downpour sent us into a casino hotel in Bitola, North Macedonia, where we discovered one small detail we had completely missed:
ACT Greece runs from south to north. Oops.

With Agata still not fully recovered, we abandoned the ACT plan and decided to simply enjoy a holiday instead.

Following the spectacular SH71 through Albania, we eventually reached Divjakë-Karavasta National Park. The campsite we wanted was closed, but a local restaurant let us pitch our tent in their backyard. Fresh fish, fresh vegetables, fresh fruit, and a couple of relaxing days later, Agata was finally back to 100%.

Which leaves us with one question:
Should we try reaching Leskovik again?

PS. Have your travel plans ever gone completely off-script?

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It took a while, but here it is: the final day of It took a while, but here it is: the final day of ACT Greece.

After a great breakfast and, of course, a coffee with a view, we set off with 250 kilometres ahead of us and no time to waste.

The day started with the last off-road section of the route. Once again, we were lucky with the weather. Had it been wet, the muddy ruts would have made things much more challenging. Instead, they were either damp or rock hard, sometimes both at the same time, forcing the bikes to find their own way through. Proper technical riding and a lot of fun.

At one point we reached a bridge... but not one that would fit a motorcycle. A landslide had washed away part of the road, leaving us to search for a detour. Judging by the state of it, repairs are not happening anytime soon.

The rest of the day was a seemingly endless sequence of twists and turns. Beautiful, but after a while even the best mountain roads start to feel familiar. It reminded us a bit of the final day of ACT Italy.

By the afternoon we reached the finish line: Vikos Gorge.

A spectacular ending to an equally spectacular route. Stretching through the Pindus Mountains, Vikos Gorge holds a Guinness World Record as the world's deepest gorge relative to its width, with cliffs dropping more than 900 metres in places.

Standing there, looking into the gorge, it felt like a fitting reward after days of gravel, rocks, river crossings, missed turns, fuel dramas and unexpected adventures.

That evening we stayed in the nearby village of Monodendri, where we enjoyed one last Greek dinner and reflected on a route that very nearly didn't happen at all.

ACT Greece: completed. 🏍️🇬🇷⛰️

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