Trip overview
The Lhasa to Kathmandu ride could be classified as one of the most demanding rides` open to cyclists. You have to deal with high altitude, long distances, various kinds of weather, bad road conditions and change of life style. The Lhasa to Kathmandu ride could be one of the highest in the world. Proper acclimatisation is vital to anyone hoping to complete this expedition. For this purpose we spent four days acclimatizing, while sightseeing and enjoying the city and surroundings of Lhasa. We begin with a flight of one hour from Kathmandu to Gongar International Airport in Tibet and drive to Lhasa, the main capital and starting point of our expedition. We have to cross 6 high passes and descend from the Tibetan Plateau before reaching our final destination, Nepal. The majority of our time we will spend on the Tibetan Plateau at heights above 4000 metres. Exploring various side valleys such as the route to Everest Base Camp, will involve cycling on much rougher dirt & stony tracks. Daily distances will range from 50 up to 110 kilometres. This may not sound particularly great, especially not to road-orientated cyclists, but the high altitude, difficult terrain, head winds and tough ascents will make cycling in this region a challenge for everyone. During this ride we will definitely take enough time to embrace the magnificent sights and discover the people and their culture, which altogether make this tour an unforgettable experience.
ITINERARY OVERVIEW
Day – 1 Arrival in Kathmandu
Day 02– Kathmandu Sightseeing
Day 03 – Fly To Lhasa
Day 04– Lhasa Sightseeing: Sera Monastery, Norbulingka, Jokhang Temple, Barkhor Bazaar
Day 05– Free day in Lhasa
Day 06– Lhasa Sightseeing: Potala Palace & Drepung Monastery; rest free day to explore Lhasa
Day 07– Lhasa to Chusul biking
Day 08– Chusul to Nagatse biking
Day 09– Nagatse to Gyantse biking
Day 10– Gyantse to Shigatse biking
Day 11– Rest day in Shigatse
Day 12– Shigatse to Lhatse biking
Day 13– Lhatse to Shegar biking
Day 14– Shegar to Tashi Dzong biking
Day 15– Tashi Dzong to Rongbuk biking, visit Everest Base Camp
Day 16– Rongbuk to Old Tingri (Chamda) biking
Day 17– biking to before PaikoTsho Lake
Day 18– Biking to the foot of Gontala Pass
Day 19– biking to Kyirong Town
Day 20– Biking to Syabrubesi, drive to Kathmandu
Day 21– Final Departure
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Customize TripCost Includes
- All airport transfers
- Accommodation in Kathmandu on a twin-sharing basis with breakfast
- All accommodations during the Tibet tour on a twin-sharing basis with full board
- All necessary Tibet permit and documentation
- Entrance fees in Tibet
- Tibet visa
- Border charge
- An experienced Guide with bike
- 4WD power Jeep as a backup vehicle for the entire trip to carry luggage and for emergency use
- Tibetan guide
- Road map
- First aid kit bag
Cost Excludes
- International airfares
- Kathmandu sightseeing entry fees
- Nepal visa fees (if applicable)
- Personal medication
- Personal bike and biking gears
- Personal insurance, including evacuation and medical expenses
- Costs arising from flight cancellations, altitude sickness, or unforeseen circumstances (riots, natural calamities, etc.) beyond the control of Firante Treks and Expeditions Pvt. Ltd.
- All personal expenses such as drinks, laundry
- Tip
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