'a scenic biking tour at the roof of the world'

Introduction:

A sweeping panoramic flight over the mighty Himalayas includes the breathtaking views of Everest and Makalu. Flying to Lhasa gives you time to get acclimatized at the world's highest capital at 3,600 meter altitude. There is much to see in and around Lhasa, including the stunning Potala Palace, the Jorkhang Temple, and the largest of the Tibetan markets at Barkor. A couple of short easy bike rides around Lhasa will help the group's acclimatization, and will allow visiting some of the many interesting temples and religious sites.

Throughout this trip, the group will have support vehicle in order to keep up with the ambitious schedule as per the itinerary.

An adventurous biking tour which covers most of the best parts of Tibet. Truly a fabulous journey which offers awesomely beautiful rock formation, cascades and canyons slightly hidden under the thin mists. With numerous high passes with stunning views of the picturesque landscape, tranquil lakes, rural villages, large meadows with nomad camps scattered all around the overland trip is one of the best in short duration. Enriched by the ancient most lavishly decorated monasteries and temples with chanting saffron colored monks, ever smiling faces of people and their typical lifestyle all contributes to this trip a memory of your lifetime. A land so rich in culture, tradition and steeped in religion with its unique landscape cast an enchanted spell that holds you in thrill and excitement. The classic Trans-Himalayan trade route is a long and demanding ride on a road which is certainly amongst the contenders for the title of "the world's wildest highway". There are six major passes to be negotiated on the main Lhasa to Kathmandu route as it runs southwards, parallel to the Great Himalayan chain which forms the border with the territories of Bhutan, Sikkim and Nepal. On the entire trip, the road traverses a high and dry plateau - punctuated by the unforgettable monastery towns of Gyantse, Shigatse and Shegar, and also by several smaller settlements and nomadic Drogpa encampments.

Biking Grade: Moderate to Adventurous
Lhasa to Kathmandu approx.: 1000 kms. plus 153 kms.
(to Everest BC and then to Tingri)
Maximum Altitude: 5,220 metres at Gyamtso-La.
Average distance covers per day: Approx. 70-80-kms.

Itinerary:
Day 01: Arrive Kathmandu and transfer to Hotel.
Day 02: In Kathmandu.
Day 03: Kathmandu 1,300m to Lhasa 3,660m 1hr scenic flight.
Day 04-05 & 06: Sightseeing in Lhasa.
Day 07: Bike to the bottom of Khamb-la.
Day 08: Bike to Ngartse.
Day 09: Bike towards below Simi-la.
Day 10: Bike to Gyantse 3,950m 4 hrs journey.
Day 11: Bike to Shigatse 3,900m. 7 hrs ride.
Day 12: Rest Day at Shigatse for local sightseeing.
Day 13: Bike to Tsho-La.
Day 14: Bike to Gyamtsho-la.
Day 15: Bike beneath Pang-La.
Day 16: Bike to Tshusum near Phandchuri.
Day 17: Bike to Rongbuk.
Day 18: Rest day at Rongbuk for optional ride to the Everest Base Camp.
Day 19: Drive / Bike to Old Tingri.
Day 20: Bike to Lalung-La.
Day 21: Bike to Nyalam.
Day 22: Bike to Tatopani.
Day 23: Bike to Dhulikhel.
Day 24: Bike to Kathmandu.
Day 25: Free day in Kathmandu.
Day 26:Transfer to Airport for the International departure.

Note: The above itinerary should be taken only as a guide line; it could change due to weather, availability of clean water and campsite, trail or any other unforeseen conditions.