Lhasa to Kathmandu Mountain Biking

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Trip Facts

Trip Duration: 22 Days

Kathmandu Hotel: 03 Nights

Kathmandu Sightseeing: 1 Day
 
Lhasa Hotel: 03 Nights

Lhasa Sightseeing: 02 Days

Flight: Kathmandu - Lhasa
 
Type: Camping / Hotels

Max Elevation:  5,200 m.

Trip Costs: USD 1850
Overview

ULTIMATE BIKE TOUR... LONGEST AND DEEPEST BIKE DESCENT IN THE WORLD FROM THE TIBETAN PLATEAU INTO NEPAL.

Here is the Ultimate Mountain Bike Tour (Lhasa-Kathmandu), which is the world's Longest & Deepest Mountain Bike descent. The only trip in the world where one can continue to Everest Base Camp with bike! This is almost 15 days of biking with full logistic support where the total descent will be unbelievable 4600m till the bikers reach Kathmandu.

Over the Tibet plateau we pedal on endless crushed stone runways at settlements, monasteries and palaces. And the high point of this journey when comes, we will go to the monastery of Rongbuk and the Mount Everest Base Camp (5200). Here Reinhold Messner started 1980 his successful Everest solo Expedition. On this journey we stay overnight in hotels and in tents. Guides and the escort crew from Nepal and Tibet provide smooth operational sequence.

HIMALAYA CROSS...

On the highest plateau in the world (Lhasa), the desert like whole landscape and the roads seem as if they are joint with horizon. First, arrive in Kathmandu and explore its numerous attractions for 2 days. Fly Lhasa and spend 3 days for the necessary acclimatization enjoying the numinous Tibetan Capital and discovering numerous attractions. Trails navigating between Lhasa and Kathmandu include 4-days round Trip, Off Road to Rongbuk, the Valley beneath the Stunning North face of Mount Everest and the ultimate Everest Base Camp (5200 m), also you'll continue to Camp I (5800 m). The excursion overland back to Kathmandu that crosses 6 major passes encompasses spectacular towns with monasteries of Gyantse, Shigastse and Shegar till reaching the Tibetan Frontier at Thang La (5200 m). Now begins the longest descent in the world, an almost astonishing 4600 meters to Nepal with a lifetime experience.

The Bike experience brings you in close experience with the three religions Buddhism, Lamaism and Hinduism in contact. The Tibetan culture, the country and people make this journey a great event.

World's Longest and Deepest Mountain Bike Descent !

We don't Miss Anything ! Some groups have tried to make this biking tour short, driving some way and biking only on few sections. But we aren't doing so.
We organize this tour with full logistic support and pedal all the way through to ensure we won't miss anything since we know we are making the world's longest and descent bike descent. Try full 22 days.
Lhasa Joining Itinerary

Lhasa-Kathmandu Mountain Biking Adventure Itinerary

Day 01 :  Arrive at  Lhasa
Arrive at Lhasa. Our staff will pick you up. transfer to Hotel. 

Included : H | Overnight at Hotel.


Day 02  Lhasa Fullday Sightseeing 
On this day we will enjoy a full day of sightseeing. We will visit Dshokhang Temple and the local market, but the highlight of the day will undoubtedly be the visit to Potala Palace, the former residence of the Dalai Lamas, which dominates the city. 

Included : H/B | Overnight at Hotel.


Day 03  Lhasa Fullday Sightseeing 
After breakfast we'll visit the monastery of Drepung. In the afternoon you willl be free either to explore the remaining attractions or prepare for the next day's biking.

Included : H/B | Overnight at Hotel.


Day 04 : Start the Bike Tour [85 KM Cycling]
Finally, your trans-Himalayan biking adventure begins. We leave Lhasa and cycle along the Tsangpo River to the foot of the Kamba Pass (3700 m). When you arrive you will find tents, latrines, shower tent and facilities ready. Overnight accommodation in tents 

Included : C/B/L/D 


Day 05 : Cycling to  Kamba Pass  [55 Km Cycling]
Your first mountain pass. A strong uphill climb reaches a summit lavishly adorned with prayer flags (4794m). After descending we continue alongside Lake Yamdruk, at the far side of which we set camp (4490m). Overnight accommodation in tents.

Included : C/B/L/D


Day 06 : Cycling to  Karo Pass [54 Km Cycling]
Leaving the beautiful lake behind, we cycle through a ravine and up to the foot of the Karo Pass (4750m), where our tented village will be prepared for the night. Overnight accommodation in tents.

Included : C/B/L/D


Day 07 : Cycling to  Gyantse  [79 KM Cycling]
A significant day on the tour, as we have to get up early to climb the high Karo Pass (5010m). By now you will be feeling in good physical condition. Around us we can see glaciers of 6000m and beautiful lakes. You are rewarded for your effort with a night in a top hotel in the city of Gyantse (3980m). Overnight accommodation at Hotel.
Included : C/B/L/D


Day 08 : Cycling to  Shigatse  [94 KM Cycling]
First we will take an hour to visit the Palkhor Monastery and the old part of Gyantse town. Although today involves a longer distance, the highway is paved and flat. In the afternoon we will arrive in Tibet's second largest city, Shigatse (3860m). Overnight accommodation at Hotel.

Included : H/B/L/D


Day 09 : Gyachung Monastery [75 KM Cycling]
We leave Shigatse and ride over two small passes and through several small Tibetan villages. We will cycle past the isolated Gyachung Monastery and camp. Overnight accommodation in tents at around 4100m. 

Included : H/B/L/D


Day 10 : Cycling to  Lhatse [95 KM]
The route lead us through picturesque valleys. Then the long ramp begins which leads over the  Yulong pass (4520m). After lunch we head towards Lhatse (3860m). Just before this town there is a hot springs. We will camp approx. 10 km  after Lhatse. Accommodation in tents.

Included : C/B/L/D


Day 11 : Cycling to  Shegar  [75 KM]
Today we have to contemplate the stunning canyon of the 5220m Lakpa Pass. On a clear day you will be rewarded for your effort with your first view of Mount Everest. After a 40 km ride through flat prairie towns you will arrive in the town of Pelbar, often refered to as Shegar. This town is a popular stopover for anyone heading to the Everest region. Overnight accommodation in a hotel. 

Included : H/B/L/D


Day 12 :  Pang Pass [67 KM]
It's now time to divert from the Lhasa-Kathmandu highway and head towards the world's highest peak. First you are faced with 20km of uphill switchbacks (42 hairpin bends in total!) before you reach the summit of the Pang Pass (5150m).  Enjoy lunch as you gaze over Makalu (8463m), Shishapangma (8012m), Cho Oyu (8210m), Lhotse (8516m), Everest (8850m) and several other breathtaking peaks. Then a 20-kilometer downhill follows to the Rongbuk Valley (4200m), where we camp. Overnight accommodation in tents.

Included : C/B/L/D


Day 13 : Cycling to   Rongbuk Monastery (appr.  35 KM)
Now you should be at peak fitness and very excited about the approach of Everest Base Camp. A bumpy road winds up through the Rongbuk valley until the majestic Mount Everest appears before you. We will camp beside the monastery with the unforgettable sight of the 8850m peak in front of your eyes.. We will stay here for two days. Overnight accommodation in tents (5150m).

Included : C/B/L/D


Day 14 : Cycling to  Everest Base Camp [about 10 KM]

A day to relax. However, you will definitely want to get as close as you can to Everest. You can walk, cycle or even take a donkey and cart ride to the base camp which is 8km from the campsite. Overnight accommodation in tents.

Included : C/B/L/D


Day 15 : Cycling to  Tingri [approx. 76 KM]
Leaving Rongbuk, we head back down the bumpy road then take a "short-cut" into the mountains. Another bumpy trail takes us over a canyon and down into Tingri (4340m). Overnight accommodation in tents.

Included : C/B/L/D


Day 16    Cycling to before Peokutso Lake - Camping (approx 95km)
After breakfast in Tingri we will then start our ride to the Peokutso Lake.

Peokutso Lake Paiku (or Peiku, Tibetan: Paiku-Tso or -Tsho) is a lake at 4,591 meters (15,062 ft) elevation on the Tibetan Plateau at south of the Yarlung Tsangpo (Brahmaputra) River. The lake is 27 kilometers (17 mi) long and 6 kilometers (3.7 mi) wide at its narrowest. It is surrounded by mountains reaching 5,700 to 6,000 meters (18,700 to 19,700 ft). Streams fed by glaciers cascade to the valley floor, but most sink into alluvial deposits before reaching the lake.

The surrounding catchment is an endorheic basin with no outlet. It would overflow into the Yarlung Tsangpo with a water level about 100 meters (330 ft) higher. The lake's brackish water is evidence that it has not overflowed in hundreds if not thousands of years.
Included : C/B/LD


Day 17: Cycling  to upper Kerong (Gyirong) [100 Km Downhill Cycling]
Gyirong Town (Chinese: and Kerung in Nepali)  is situated in the southern part of Gyirong County in the Tibet Autonomous Region of China. It is located 70 kilometres (43 mi) south of the county seat Zongga on the bank of Gyirong Zangbo river, a tributary of the Trishuli River. The town has an elevation about 2,700 metres (8,900 ft), with a subtropical mountain monsoon climate, meaning reasonable precipitation and warm weather. In 1961, Gyirong was established as a port of entry by the Chinese government.

Gyirong Town is an important town in the cross border trade between China and Nepal. Historically it was a major thoroughfare. In December 2014, the port of entry between China and Nepal was opened. This route between China and Nepal is considered to be more reliable than one through Zhangmu.

In Gyirong Town, there is a village of ethnic Nepali referred to as Daman people. They are descendants of Nepalese Gurkha army centuries ago. Previously stateless, they were granted Chinese citizenship in 2003.

Included : C/B/L/D


Day 18: Cycling to Kerong border (75 KM)
After the breakfast in Upper Kerong we will start cycling to Kerong border and will camp in the beautiful scenic camp site and stay overnight there.  Hence the camp site is located in an extraordinary sites you are encouraged to make the most of this day either cycling around or exploreing the beautiful vicinity.

We will cycle around 70km before arriving to this camp site today.

Included : C/B/L/D


Day 19: Morning cycling till Syburbesi DRIVE to Kathmandu  (140 KM)
After the breakfast at our beautiful campsite we will start cycling until the lunch time in Syburbesi where a pick up vehicle will be waiting for us to transfer back to Kathmandu
Included : H/B/L,/D
Overnight at Hotel Thamel Eco Resort (Kathmandu)


Day 20: Free day at Kathmandu.
Free day / Self exploration in Kathmandu, last minute shopping etc– Farewell dinner in the evening –

Include : B/D/Hotel ] – Hotel Thamel Eco Resort


Day 21: Departure from Kathmandu
We will drop you to TIA(kathmandu International Airport). Fly back to your home.

Kathmandu Joining Itinerary  

Lhasa-Kathmandu Mountain Biking Adventure Itinerary

Day 01:  Arrive Kathmandu. Transfer to Hotel(Thamel Eco Resort).

Day 02: Kathmandu Sightseeing 
A full day of guided sightseeing around the Kathmandu valley including visits to Durbar Square and the temples of Swayambhunath, Boudhanath, Guheshwari, and Pashupatinath.
In the evening we will all get together for a welcome dinner with an entertaining Nepalese culture show. All hosted by Makalu Adventure.

Included: H/B | Overnight at Hotel(Thamel Eco Resort)


Day 03   Drive to Nagarkot. Cycling to Kathmandu around 50 KM.

Included: H/B | Overnight at Hotel(Thamel Eco Resort)


Day 04   Drive to Mudkhu. Cycling to Buddhanilkanth. After Lunch, drive back to Kathmandu. [around 38 KM Cycling]

Included: H/B | Overnight at Hotel(Thamel Eco Resort)


Day 05   Fly from Kathmandu to  Lhasa
We take the 09:30 flight to Lhasa and soar across the highest mountains in the world. Arriving in the Tibetan capital (3,680m altitude) you will be given plenty of time to relax and adjust to the high altitude. In the afternoon you can unpack your bicycle and explore this legendary city.

Included: H/B | Overnight at Hotel.


Day 06  Lhasa Full-day Sightseeing 
On this day we will enjoy a full day of sightseeing. We will visit Jokhang Temple and the local market, but the highlight of the day will undoubtedly be the visit to Potala Palace, the former residence of the Dalai Lamas, which dominates the city. 

Included: H/B | Overnight at Hotel.


Day 07  Lhasa Full-day Sightseeing 
After breakfast, we'll visit the monastery of Drepung. In the afternoon you will be free either to explore the remaining attractions or prepare for the next day's biking.

Included: H/B | Overnight at Hotel.


Day 08: Start the Bike Tour [85 KM Cycling]
Finally, your trans-Himalayan biking adventure begins. We leave Lhasa and cycle along the Tsangpo River to the foot of the Kamba Pass (3700 m). When you arrive you will find tents, latrines, shower tent and facilities ready. Overnight accommodation in tents 

Included: C/B/L/D 


Day 09: Cycling to  Kamba Pass  [55 Km Cycling]
Your first mountain pass. A strong uphill climb reaches a summit lavishly adorned with prayer flags (4794m). After descending we continue alongside Lake Yamdruk, at the far side of which we set camp (4490m). Overnight accommodation in tents.

Included: C/B/L/D


Day 10: Cycling to  Karo Pass [54 Km Cycling]
Leaving the beautiful lake behind, we cycle through a ravine and up to the foot of the Karo Pass (4750m), where our tented village will be prepared for the night. Overnight accommodation in tents.

Included: C/B/L/D


Day 11: Cycling to  Gyantse  [79 KM Cycling]
A significant day on the tour, as we have to get up early to climb the high Karo Pass (5010m). By now you will be feeling in good physical condition. Around us we can see glaciers of 6000m and beautiful lakes. You are rewarded for your effort with a night in a top hotel in the city of Gyantse (3980m). Overnight accommodation at Hotel.
Included: H/B/L/D


Day 12: Cycling to  Shigatse  [94 KM Cycling]
First we will take an hour to visit the Palkhor Monastery and the old part of Gyantse town. Although today involves a longer distance, the highway is paved and flat. In the afternoon we will arrive in Tibet's second largest city, Shigatse (3860m). Overnight accommodation at Hotel.

Included: H/B/L/D


Day 13: Gyachung Monastery [75 KM Cycling]
We leave Shigatse and ride over two small passes and through several small Tibetan villages. We will cycle past the isolated Gyachung Monastery and camp. Overnight accommodation in tents at around 4100m. 

Included: C/B/L/D


Day 14: Cycling to  Lhatse [95 KM]
The route leads us through picturesque valleys. Then the long ramp begins which leads to the  Yulong pass (4520m). After lunch, we head towards Lhatse (3860m). Just before this town, there is a hot spring. We will camp approx. 10 km after Lhatse. Accommodation in tents.

Included: C/B/L/D


Day 15: Cycling to  Shegar  [75 KM]
Today we have to contemplate the stunning canyon of the 5220m Lakpa Pass. On a clear day, you will be rewarded for your effort with your first view of Mount Everest. After a 40 km ride through flat prairie towns you will arrive in the town of Pelbar, often referred to as Shegar. This town is a popular stopover for anyone heading to the Everest region. Overnight accommodation in a hotel. 

Included: H/B/L/D


Day 16:  Pang Pass [67 KM]
It's now time to divert from the Lhasa-Kathmandu highway and head towards the world's highest peak. First, you are faced with 20km of uphill switchbacks (42 hairpin bends in total!) before you reach the summit of the Pang Pass (5150m).  Enjoy lunch as you gaze over Makalu (8463m), Shishapangma (8012m), Cho Oyu (8210m), Lhotse (8516m), Everest (8850m) and several other breathtaking peaks. Then a 20-kilometer downhill follows to the Rongbuk Valley (4200m), where we camp. Overnight accommodation in tents.

Included: C/B/L/D


Day 17: Cycling to   Rongbuk Monastery (appr.  35 KM)
Now you should be at peak fitness and very excited about the approach of Everest Base Camp. A bumpy road winds up through the Rongbuk valley until the majestic Mount Everest appears before you. We will camp beside the monastery with the unforgettable sight of the 8850m peak in front of your eyes. We will stay here for two days. Overnight accommodation in tents (5150m).

Included: C/B/L/D


Day 18: Cycling to  Everest Base Camp [about 10 KM]

A day to relax. However, you will definitely want to get as close as you can to Everest. You can walk, cycle or even take a donkey and cart ride to the base camp which is 8km from the campsite. Overnight accommodation in tents.

Included : C/B/L/D


Day 19 : Cycling to  Tingri [approx. 76 KM]
Leaving Rongbuk, we head back down the bumpy road then take a "short-cut" into the mountains. Another bumpy trail takes us over a canyon and down into Tingri (4340m). Overnight accommodation in tents.

Included: C/B/L/D


Day 20    Cycling to before Peokutso Lake - Camping (approx 95km)
After breakfast in Tingri, we will then start our ride to the Peokutso Lake.

Peokutso Lake Paiku (or Peiku, Tibetan: Paiku-Tso or -Tsho) is a lake at 4,591 meters (15,062 ft) elevation on the Tibetan Plateau at south of the Yarlung Tsangpo (Brahmaputra) River. The lake is 27 kilometers (17 mi) long and 6 kilometers (3.7 mi) wide at its narrowest. It is surrounded by mountains reaching 5,700 to 6,000 meters (18,700 to 19,700 ft). Streams fed by glaciers cascade to the valley floor, but most sink into alluvial deposits before reaching the lake.

The surrounding catchment is an endorheic basin with no outlet. It would overflow into the Yarlung Tsangpo with a water level about 100 meters (330 ft) higher. The lake's brackish water is evidence that it has not overflowed in hundreds if not thousands of years.
Included: C/B/L/D


Day 21: Cycling  to upper Kerong (Gyirong) [100 Km Downhill Cycling]
Gyirong Town (Chinese: and Kerung in Nepali)  is situated in the southern part of Gyirong County in the Tibet Autonomous Region of China. It is located 70 kilometers (43 mi) south of the county seat Zongga on the bank of Gyirong Zangbo river, a tributary of the Trishuli River. The town has an elevation of 2,700 meters (8,900 ft), with a subtropical mountain monsoon climate, meaning reasonable precipitation and warm weather. In 1961, Gyirong was established as a port of entry by the Chinese government.

Gyirong Town is an important town in the cross-border trade between China and Nepal. Historically it was a major thoroughfare. In December 2014, the port of entry between China and Nepal was opened. This route between China and Nepal is considered to be more reliable than one through Zhangmu.

In Gyirong Town, there is a village of ethnic Nepali referred to as Daman people. They are descendants of Nepalese Gurkha army centuries ago. Previously stateless, they were granted Chinese citizenship in 2003.

Included: C/B/L/D


Day 22: Cycling to Kerong border (75 KM)
After the breakfast in Upper Kerong, we will start cycling to Kerong border and will camp in the beautiful scenic campsite and stay overnight there.  Hence the campsite is located in an extraordinary site you are encouraged to make the most of this day either cycling around or exploring the beautiful vicinity.

We will cycle around 70km before arriving at this campsite today.

Included: C/B/L/D


Day 23: Morning cycling till Syburbesi DRIVE to Kathmandu  (140 KM)
After the breakfast at our beautiful campsite, we will start cycling until the lunchtime in Syburbesi where a pickup vehicle will be waiting for us to transfer back to Kathmandu
Included : [H, B, L, D ]
Overnight at Hotel Thamel Eco Resort (Kathmandu)


Day 24: Free day at Kathmandu.
Free day / Self-exploration in Kathmandu, last minute shopping etc– Farewell dinner in the evening – [B/ D / Hotel ] – Hotel Thamel Eco Resort


Day 25: Departure from Kathmandu
We will drop you at TIA(Kathmandu International Airport). Fly back to your home.

Cost Info  

USD 1850.00 Per Person (Group Joining Lhasa Directly - 21 Days)

USD 2050.00  per Person (Group Joining Kathmandu to Lhasa - 25 Days)

 

Note : If you want to join directly from Kathmandu, please email us at info@makalu-adventure.com or makaluadventures@gmail.com for Cost and more details

 

Included Services:

  1. All ground transfers as per our given itinerary.
  2. Guided sightseeing in Lhasa as per our itinerary (including all entrance fees).
  3. Hotels in Tibet three star hotel (including breakfast and all taxes) as per our mentioned Itinerary.
  4. All Camping Equipment (such as Two-Man Tent, Dining Tent, Kitchen Tent, Shower tent, Toilet Tent, Tables, Chairs, Mattresses, etc.
  5. Tibet travel permit and all monastery entrance fees wherever applicable.
  6. Support Truck to carry your luggage and a Land Cruiser for assistance. Available at all times (while in Tibet).
  7. Three times hot fresh meals breakfast, lunch and dinner per day while camping, prepared by our very professional kitchen crew.
  8. Daily wages and insurance for staff and guides.
  9. Hotels in Kathmandu, bed, and Breakfast, on a twin sharing basis.
  10. One Full day guided city tour including all entrance fees within Four Heritage Sites(Monkey Temple, Kathmandu Durbar Square, Pashupatinath and Boudhanath)
  11. Border transfer Service. 
  12.  

    Excluded Services:

    1. Airport Tax.
    2. International Airfare.
    3. Expenses of a personal nature;
    4. Lunch/dinner in the Hotel; Bar bills;
    5. Laundry bills; Telephone bills; Tips, mineral water, cold drinks and any kinds of bottle drinks etc.
    6. Personal Medical & Travel insurance.
    7. Rescue & Evacuation - (If necessary)
    8. Nepal VISA Fee.
    9. Excess baggage charges.
    10. Tips for Guide, Driver and Camping Staffs.
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