Daniel Alexander Kast

Daniel Alexander Kast is a passionate adventurer and engineer. Together with his wife, Melanie Nadja Kast (née Steinigen), he traveled through 27 countries by bicycle, covering a distance of more than 55,000 kilometers.

Their extraordinary journey took them from a spontaneous wedding in Morocco through the 50°C heat of the Iranian desert to the highest drivable border in the world between China and Pakistan at 4,700 meters. They crossed the legendary Thorong La Pass in Nepal with their bicycles at 5,614 meters, contracted dengue fever in India, were escorted by armed police, and experienced devastating floods in Pakistan.

Despite all the challenges, they collected unforgettable moments that shaped their outlook on life. Their first book, “GONE, CHASED, MARRIED: An Adventurous Bicycle Journey Across Morocco ” was published in 2022. Their second book, “Cycling the World: The Ultimate Guide to Bicycle Touring for Beginners and Experienced Riders ” followed in 2025.

More information can be found at vaegabond .com and on social media at @vaegabondsworld. 🌍🚴‍♂️📚