Lhasa to Kathmandu Biking Tour
- Duration
- 22 days
- Group size
- 15 People
- Country
- Tibet
Lhasa to Kathmandu Biking Tour Overview
Tibet Mountain Biking tour: Lhasa - Everest Base Camp- Kathmandu Biking tour
Tibet Mountain Biking tour: Lhasa - Everest Base Camp- Kathmandu Biking tour
The mountain county Nepal and Tibet - the roof of the world offers an unparalleled travel opportunity regarding both culture and scenic beauty. From the Holy City of Kathmandu and Lhasa to Mount Everest, Tibet is an enchanting place where history, religion, culture and bewildering landscapes are the perfect settings for an unforgettable adventure.
In the face of opposing the political occupation, the Tibetan people have proven resilient. Their success in preserving a thriving culture and myriad Buddhist traditions is remarkable, and their willingness to share traditions with travelers is all the more reason to visit Tibet. And to enjoy this land’s beauty, we offer Lhasa to Kathmandu biking tour- one of the most interesting beautiful journey.
On this Lhasa, to Kathmandu biking expedition we will experience the highlights of this vast land Tibet. This adventurous cycling trip in Tibet starts from Lhasa and gives you time to get acclimatized on the world’s highest city at 3,600 meters altitude, with ample time to immerse around Lhasa, including the stunning Potala Palace, the Jokhang Temple and the busy markets at Bharkor.
From Lhasa we strike out for our primary objective, crossing six major passes all above 4,500 meters and 5,000 meters, on the central Lhasa to Kathmandu biking route.
While cycling on the highest plateau in the world and the desert-like landscapes, the roads seem as if they are connected to the horizon.
Initially, you arrive in Kathmandu and explore its numerous attractions for (2) two days, and from here you will fly to Lhasa and spend three (3) days for the necessary acclimatization, enjoying the numerous Tibetan cultures and discover many attractions.
The biking trails navigating between Lhasa and Kathmandu include 4-days round trip, off the road to Rongbuk, the valley beneath the North face of Mount Everest and the ultimate Everest Base Camp at 5200 meters.
The excursion overland back to Kathmandu crosses many passes which encompass spectacular towns with monasteries of Gyantse, Shigatse, and Shegar till you reach the Tibetan Frontier at Thang La.
Eventually, the longest descent in the world commences with an astonishing 4600 meters to Nepal which will be a lifetime experience. This adventure Lhasa to Kathmandu biking tour will be a lifetime dream trip for many bikers around the world!
The Tibet - Nepal mountain bike experience will bring you in close contact with three religions - Buddhism, Lamaism, and Hinduism. The Tibetan culture, the country, and people make this journey a great adventure you will never forget!
Lhasa to Kathmandu biking is the “Ultimate Mountain Bike Tour” for every biker around the world!. Get the life time experience with this Ultimate Mountain Bike tour from Nepal to Tibet with one of the best and cost effective package providing travel and tour agency based in Kathmandu, Nepal - Earthbound Expeditions. For more information on Trekking, Hiking, Travelling and Expeditions, feel free to get in touch with us.
Key highlights of the Lhasa to Kathmandu Biking Tour
Itinerary
Arrive Kathmandu, Nepal check into hotel and rest.
- Altitude
- 1,400 m (4,590 ft)
- On foot
- None, arrival day
- Night in
- Hotel, Kathmandu
- Meals
- Dinner
Full day sightseeing tour of Kathmandu valley
- Altitude
- 1,400 m (4,590 ft)
- On foot
- Easy walking, 2–3 hrs
- Night in
- Hotel, Kathmandu
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Fly Kathmandu to Lhasa - Tibet, Transfer to hotel rest
- Altitude
- 3,656 m (11,990 ft)+2,256 m
- On foot
- None, flight day
- Night in
- Hotel, Lhasa
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Full day guided sightseeing in Lhasa. Overnight Hotel
- Altitude
- 3,656 m (11,990 ft)
- On foot
- Easy walking, 2–3 hrs
- Night in
- Hotel, Lhasa
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Continue the sightseeing in Lhasa. Overnight Hotel.
- Altitude
- 3,656 m (11,990 ft)
- On foot
- Easy walking, 2–3 hrs
- Night in
- Hotel, Lhasa
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Start the Bike Tour in Tibet, Camp after 86 kms riding.
- Altitude
- 3,700 m (12,140 ft)+44 m
- On foot
- Cycling, 86 km
- Night in
- Tented camp, below the Kamba La
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Mountain Biking in Tibet through Kamba La Pass. Camp after 56 kms.
- Altitude
- 4,450 m (14,600 ft)+750 m
- On foot
- Cycling, 56 km
- Night in
- Tented camp, Yamdrok Tso
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Continue bike and camp before Karo la pass.
- Altitude
- 4,600 m (15,090 ft)+150 m
- On foot
- Cycling, about 35 km
- Night in
- Tented camp, below the Karo La
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Bike Karo Pass to Gyangtse - 86 kms. Hotel Gyantse
- Altitude
- 3,977 m (13,050 ft)−623 m
- On foot
- Cycling, 86 km
- Night in
- Hotel, Gyantse
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Gyangtse to Shigatse 106 kms. Hotel Shigatse.
- Altitude
- 3,900 m (12,800 ft)−77 m
- On foot
- Cycling, 106 km
- Night in
- Hotel, Shigatse
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Continue biking and camp after 75 kms.
- Altitude
- 4,100 m (13,450 ft)+200 m
- On foot
- Cycling, 75 km
- Night in
- Tented camp, on the road to Lhatse
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Continue and camp after Lhatse 95 kms.
- Altitude
- 4,200 m (13,780 ft)+100 m
- On foot
- Cycling, 95 km
- Night in
- Tented camp, beyond Lhatse
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Continue bike Pang La Pass. Camp after 65 kms.
- Altitude
- 4,200 m (13,780 ft)
- On foot
- Cycling, 65 km
- Night in
- Tented camp, below the Pang La
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Continue biking to Rongbuk. Camp 35 kms.
- Altitude
- 4,600 m (15,090 ft)+400 m
- On foot
- Cycling, 35 km
- Night in
- Tented camp, Rongbuk valley
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Biking to Everest Base Camp Tibet. Camp at Rongbuk.
- Altitude
- 4,980 m (16,340 ft)+380 m
- On foot
- Cycling, about 16 km
- Night in
- Tented camp, Rongbuk
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Bike and Camp before Tingri. 76 kms.
- Altitude
- 4,300 m (14,110 ft)−680 m
- On foot
- Cycling, 76 km
- Night in
- Tented camp, near Tingri
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Continue biking and camp after 75 kms.
- Altitude
- 4,500 m (14,760 ft)+200 m
- On foot
- Cycling, 75 km
- Night in
- Tented camp, below the Lalung La
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Biking and go over Lalung-La Pass. Hotel Zhangmu 117kms.
- Altitude
- 2,300 m (7,550 ft)−2,200 m
- On foot
- Cycling, 117 km
- Night in
- Hotel, Zhangmu
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Continue biking from Zhangmu and cross the border. Overnight Resort at Dhulikhel Nepal
- Altitude
- 1,550 m (5,090 ft)−750 m
- On foot
- Cycling, full day
- Night in
- Resort, Dhulikhel
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Morning drive to Kathmandu. Free day for shopping and etc. Evening cultural show and dinner
- Altitude
- 1,400 m (4,590 ft)−150 m
- On foot
- None, 1 hr drive
- Night in
- Hotel, Kathmandu
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Final Departure from Nepal. Namaste!
- Altitude
- 1,400 m (4,590 ft)
- On foot
- None, departure day
- Night in
- No overnight
- Meals
- Breakfast
What's included
- Accommodation in a (3) three star hotels in the cities but for the duration of the trek only simple lodges / camps are available.
- Ground transportation provided.
- Sightseeing in Kathmandu where Earthbound Expeditions city tour guide will accompany you.
- Full broad meals will be provided throughout the tour.
- Government trained guides and needed no. of porters with their insurance, salary and meals will be provided.
- Farewell dinner along with one cultural show.
- Tibet travel permit and entry fees will be provided.
- Flights will be booked according to the Itinerary listed.
- Sleeping bags and down jackets for trek will be provided.
- Car / Bus / Domestic Flights included.
Not included
- International Flight tickets.
- Museums entrance fees.
- All personal expenses such as bar bills, beverage, snacks etc.
- Airport taxes.
- Extra shower, battery re-charge, laundry charge etc.
- Personal clothing and gears.
- Tips to guide and porter.
- Cost raised by cancelation, landslide, weather, political unrest, illness will not be our responsibility.
Photos
A look at the trail, the villages and the mountains.
Reviews
Everything was handled for us from the moment we landed. Our guide read the group perfectly, slowed the pace when we needed it, and knew every village along the way. I never once worried about logistics.
We travelled as a couple and the small group made all the difference. Comfortable lodges, honest advice about the altitude, and a team who clearly loved the mountains. Booking on our own dates was easy.
You can tell this is run by people from here, not a call centre abroad. The itinerary had proper rest days built in, the food was better than I expected, and the whole thing ran to time.
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22 days
$2,347 per person
