22D Mountain-bike Tibet
Lhasa to Kathmandu on the Friendship Highway
Lhasa, Gyantse, Shigatse, Sakya, Everest Base Camp, Kathmandu
USD $2695 per rider; local payment of USD $300 per person
Tour prices DO NOT include International airfare and airport taxes.
Spectacular scenery, challenging riding (6 passes over 5000m!) and encounters with one of the world’s most fascinating cultures make this Tibetan adventure a truly incredible experience.
Highlights
- Entrance to the Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, Sera Monastery
- Entrance to Pelkor Choede & Gyantse Kunbum, Tashilhunpo Monastery & Everest National Park
Day 01 / Arrive Chengdu
Arrive in Chengdu at any time.
Days 02-05 / Lhasa
Explore the centre of the Tibetan world - a fascinating blend of temples and pilgrims, ancient and modern.
Days 06-08 / via Yamdrok Tso to Gyantse
Jump on your bike and tackle the long, tough yet scenic days that lead you across the Khamba La and Kora La (passes), along the shores of Yamdrok Tso (Lake).
Day 09 / Gyantse
Cross the Simi La (4330m), then it’s a relatively gentle descent into Gyantse – in some seasons the valley floor is a blaze of brilliant yellow rape flowers.
Days 10-11 / Shigatse
It is a relatively easy ride to Shigatse, Tibet’s second-largest town, and the seat of the Panchen Lama who ranks second in importance to the Dalai Lama.
Days 12-14 / Lhatse & Shegar
Back on the road, the route leads across the Yulung La (4950m) and the Gyatso La (5220m), the highest point of the ride.
Days 15-16 / Rombuk & Everest Base Camp
Turn off the Friendship Highway for a stunning ride through Qomolangma Nature Preserve to the top of the 5200m Pang-La (pass) for a superb panoramic view. Then its a downhill stretch to Tashidzom. The view from here is utterly spectacular! It is then 7 kilometers to Base Camp at 5200m.
Day 17 / Lao Tingri
Back to the Friendship highway.
Days 18 & 19 / Nyalam
Spectacular views of the roof of the world and the edge of the Tibetan Plateau.
Day 20 / Last Resort
Descend into a lusher, greener realm - and indulge in a well-deserved rest at our luxury tented resort.
Day 21 / Kathmandu
The historic cities of the Kathmandu Valley reveal a vibrant world of colour and life. The markets, bazaars and narrow streets are home to holy men, sacred cows, bicycles, street sellers.
Day 22 / Depart Kathmandu
2008 Dates
- May 25 - Jun 15
- Jun 22 - Jul 13
- Jul 20 - Aug 10
- Aug 17 - Sep 07
- Sep 14 - Oct 05
2009 Dates
- May 24 - Jun 14
- Jun 21 - Jul 12
- Jul 19 - Aug 09
- Aug 16 - Sep 06
- Sep 13 - Oct 04
Group Size
- Minimum 04, Maximum 14, Average 10 riders
Group Leader
- Tour Leader, local guides
Accommodation
- Hotels/guesthouses (09 nights), camping (11 nights), tented resort (01 night)
Transport
- Private bus, bike, support vehicle
Meals Included
- All meals whilst camping (11 days). Meals in towns not included.
Meal Budget
- Allow USD100 for meals not included.
Notes
- Bicycles are not included in the price of the trip. please check with us the cost of bicycle rental.
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