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One
of the most strenuous bike trips in the world with six 5000meter
plus passes.
Spectacular scenery, challenging riding and encounters
with one of the world’s most fascinating cultures make this
a truly incredible experience.
Where are you going?
Days 1-2: Flying into Kathmandu is an unforgettable
experience with the Himalaya spread out before you. You will be
met at the airport on arrival and transferred to your hotel. In
the morning of day 2 a half-day city tour will introduce you to
some of the highlights of Kathmandu.
Days 4-6: With a relaxed pace to allow for the
effects of altitude, explore this fantastic city on the roof of
the world. The spiritual heart of Tibet is the Jokhang Temple and
every morning is full of life as pilgrims bring offerings of butter
and barley flour. The Potala Palace rises above the city and, more
than any other sight, symbolizes the history and culture of Tibet.
Nearby are the huge monastic universities of Drepung and Sera –
still active institutions.
Days 7-10: Long, tough yet scenic days lead across
the Khamba La and Kora La (passes), along the shores of Lake Yamdrok
Tso to Gyantse. Once an important trading town, Gyantse retains
a feel of ‘old’ Tibet.
Days 11-12: In the morning visit Gyantse’s
monastery – Pelkor Choede – and the justifiably famous
Kumbum, within the same complex. There may also be time to visit
the dzong (fort) that towers above the town. In the afternoon we
ride along the valley to Shigatse. Tashilhunpo is the seat of the
Panchen Lama, second only in importance to the Dalai Lama. Its numerous
halls contain a 21.6-meter wooden statue of Maitreya, the future
Buddha and elaborate, jewel encrusted reliquary chorten. The afternoon
is free to explore the old market, or perhaps visit the carpet factory
where hand-woven carpets are made to traditional designs.
Day 13-14: Two days take you across the Yulung
La (4950m) and the highest pass of the trip, the 5220-meter Gyatso-La
to Xegar.
Day 15-17: 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 from Manaklu
to Shishapangma. Then its a downhill stretch to Tashidzom. As we
climb barley fields give way to barren valleys of glacial debris.
Finally reach the tiny Rhongphu Gompa at 5000m. The view from here
is utterly spectacular! It is then 7 kilometers to Base Camp at
5200m.
Days 18-19: Heading back to the Friendship Highway
and on to Lao Tingri for a last glimpse of the great mountain.
Days 20-21: Another two high passes give a last,
spectacular view of the Himalaya before we leave the Tibetan Plateau,
descending to Zhangmu – on the China-Nepal border.
Day 23: Completing border formalities the ride
back to Kathmandu continues down the Bote Koshi valley.
Day 24: Depart OR join your
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| Itinerary
Day |
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Altitude |
Time |
| 1 |
Arrive Kathmandu |
1300m |
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2 |
Kathmandu |
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3 |
Fly to Gongkar |
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1 hr |
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drive to Lhasa |
3658m |
1½ hrs |
4 |
Lhasa |
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5 |
Lhasa |
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6 |
Lhasa |
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7 |
Chushul |
|
5-6 hrs |
8 |
Khamba-La |
4750m |
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Nangartse |
4420m |
6-7 hrs |
9 |
Karo-La |
5045m |
|
|
camp |
4200m |
6-7 hrs |
10 |
Simi-La |
4330m |
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Gyantse |
3950m |
4-5 hrs |
11 |
Shigatse |
3900m |
6 hrs |
12 |
Shigatse |
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13 |
Below Tso-La |
|
6-7 hrs |
14 |
Gyatso La |
5220m |
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Xegar |
4050m |
6-7 hrs |
15 |
Pang-La |
5200m |
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Tashidzom |
4090m |
6-7 hrs |
16 |
Rhongphu |
5000m |
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Everest Base Camp |
5200m |
7-8 hrs |
17 |
Rest day |
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18 |
Lao Tingri |
4390m |
5-6 hrs |
19 |
below Lalung-La |
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5-6 hrs |
20 |
Lalung-La |
5124m |
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Tong-La |
5120m |
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Nyalum |
3750m |
7-8 hrs |
21 |
Zhangmu |
2300m |
3-4 hrs |
22 |
Fly Kathmandu |
1300m |
4-5 hrs |
23 |
Kathmandu |
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24 |
Depart |
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Trip Grade: Challanging
Duration: 24 Days
Trip style: Combination hotel/guest house
and fully-supported camping
Best time to go: April - November
Group Departure:
USD 1860 p/p (minimum 4 people)
Private Departure (Cost / per person):
2 People USD 2677
3 People USD 2141
4 People USD 1828
5 People USD 1676
6 People USD 1535
Flight Cost: USD 316 Kathmandu-Lhasa / USD 210 Chengdu-Lhasa
Fixed Departure dates 2007:
April 26 |
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May 24 |
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June 14 |
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August 24 |
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October 04 |
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