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Mountain Bike to Tibet

Tibet, China.
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  • 24 Days
  • Maximum Capacity: 20

  • Adult

From, $ 5,200.00 Per Adult

Description

Tibet- Shangri-La, the land of snows is well known as the roof of the World lies on a plateau at an average elevation of 4,000m. Tibet further is the land of ancient Buddhist culture having awesome landscapes, artistic monasteries, and centuries-old caravan trails. The holy land is bounded by the Kunlun mountains to the north and the Himalayas to the south. Tibet covers an area of 1.2 million sq. km and has a population of 2.3 million. Tibet is a sacred land of myths and mysteries inhabited by the ever-smiling people. It has not only exerted magnetic spells upon travelers for centuries but also upon spies, missionaries, scholars, geographers, mystics, soldiers cranks, etc, yet, only a few intrepid serious, and determined travelers have been able to make it. Tibet being extremely remote and isolated by the most formidable Himalayan ranges, a fascinating world of timeless splendor, unique tradition, and breathtaking scenery awaits all travelers.

Duration

24 Days

Group Size

10

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Trip Information

Trip Type

Tea House Lodge/Camping Trek

Trip Grade

Challenging Challenging

Total Days

24 Days

Trip Duration

20 Days

Max. Altitude

5220m (Gyatso-La to Xegar0m)

Best Season

Spring: Mar-Apr-May

Autumn: Sept-Oct-Nov

Trip Itinerary

Days 1-2: Flying into Kathmandu is an unforgettable experience with the Himalayas 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 it is 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 Himalayas 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: Departure

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Included

  • Airport transfers
  • Twin sharing accommodations in tourist standard hotels including breakfast
  • Travel permits and visa fee
  • Monastery entrance fee
  • Meals 3 times a day during the trek
  • Accommodation in 2 men tent and porters during the trekking period
  • Transportation by Land cruiser and supporting truck.

Excluded

  • Urgent visa fee
  • Nepal re-entry visa fee
  • Photography charges
  • Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, alcoholic beverages, bottled drinks (including cold drinks and mineral water), tips, gifts, souvenirs, etc.
  • Insurance of any kind, including travel/medical insurance and emergency evacuation costs.

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