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Everest Basecamp Bike Tour |17 Days

Trip Overview

The Everest Base Camp (EBC) to Lhasa Bike Tour is one of the most epic and challenging high-altitude cycling adventures in the world. It combines breathtaking landscapes, rich Tibetan culture, and physical endurance as cyclists traverse the Tibetan Plateau from the base of the world’s highest peak to the historic city of Lhasa.

Here’s an overview of what the tour typically entails:

‍♂️ Tour Overview

  • Route: Everest Base Camp (Tibet side) to Lhasa

  • Distance: ~1,100 km (680 miles)

  • Duration: 15 to 21 days (depends on acclimatization and pacing)

  • Max Altitude: ~5,200 meters (17,060 ft) at Everest Base Camp

  • Difficulty: Challenging – due to high altitude, rugged terrain, and long distances

  • Best Season: Late April to June or September to October (clear skies and dry weather)

️ Route Highlights

  1. Everest Base Camp (Rongbuk Monastery area)

    • Start point at 5,200 m

    • Breathtaking view of Mount Everest (Qomolangma)

    • Cultural visit to Rongbuk Monastery

  2. Pang La Pass (5,150 m)

    • Offers panoramic views of 5 peaks over 8,000 m (Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, Cho Oyu, Shishapangma)

  3. Tingri to Shigatse

    • High mountain passes and vast Tibetan plains

    • Stops at small traditional villages

  4. Gyantse

    • Historic town with Gyantse Kumbum and Pelkor Monastery

  5. Yamdrok Lake

    • Turquoise sacred lake at 4,400 m

    • Stunning views and great photo stops

  6. Kamba La Pass & Descent to Lhasa

    • Final major climb before reaching the capital

    • Finish in the holy city of Lhasa, visiting Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, and Barkhor Street

Tour Logistics

  • Permits Required:

    • Tibet Travel Permit

    • Alien’s Travel Permit (for EBC)

    • Chinese Visa (arranged prior to entering Tibet)

    • Special biking or vehicle permits (organized via tour agencies)

  • Support Vehicle:

    • Most tours include a support truck for luggage, gear, and emergency assistance

  • Accommodation:

    • Guesthouses, monasteries, tented camps, and hotels (basic in rural areas)

  • Food:

    • Tibetan cuisine, Chinese dishes, and basic Western meals in larger towns

Fitness & Preparation

  • Altitude Acclimatization is crucial — expect several rest days

  • Training: Good cardiovascular conditioning and endurance needed

  • Gear: Sturdy mountain bike, cold-weather gear, and repair tools

‍♂️ Cultural Experience

  • Rich interaction with Tibetan culture, Buddhist monasteries, yak herders

  • A spiritual journey through some of the world’s most sacred landscapes

️ Why Do This Tour?

  • Cycling through the “Roof of the World”

  • Majestic Himalayan scenery

  • Rare opportunity to reach EBC by bike

  • Unparalleled cultural immersion

  • Personal challenge and adventur

Detail Itinerary

ITINERARY: – 

 

Day 1: Arrival day at Kathmandu

Upon your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, our representative will pick you up and transfer you to your hotel. You’ll have the rest of the day to relax and explore the vibrant city. (B) Plan

Day 2/3: Visa Processing

Sightseeing in Kathmandu (Visa processing days)

Day 4: Kathmandu to Shyabrubeshi

(Visa pick up) Ride Kathmandu to Shyabrubesi (Elevetion 1,140 m) – 125 Km / 7-8 hours.

Day 05:- Syabrubesi to Kerong

Early in the morning scenic Ride to Kerung Border (Nepal-Tibet Border) through the beautiful Nepalese countryside and after necessary border formalities at Nepalese immigration Cross Chinese immigration, check-in to hotel or Continue drive to Kerung. Stay overnight at Kerong Grand Hotel.

 

Day 06: Kerung – Tingri (4300m) / Lhatse (4,350m): 225 Km/244 Km

Day drive uphill to the highest plateau of the world with the typical view of Tibetan landscape offering sheer feeling of standing on the roof of the world. from where, weather permitting, breathtaking panorama of beautiful Himalayan ranges including Mt Cho Oyu (8201 M) & Mt Xishapagma (8012M) but dwarfed by the Vastness of the Tibetan plateau. From TINGRI, one can enjoy the magnificence of Mt. Everest (8,848 M). Stay overnight at Roof top of the world Hotel

 

Day 07: Tingri/Lhaste – Shigatse (3,900 M): 244 Km

Continue scenic drive crossing Over Gyatchu La (5,220M), the highest pass en route to Lhasa via Lhatse from where a road to Mt Kailash bifurcates to the west. Stay overnight at Manasarover hotel.

 

Day 08: Shigatse – Gyantse (3,950m): 90 Km

Morning sightseeing to the Panchen Lama’s Tashilhumpu Monastery. Drive to Gyantse and visit to the Kumbum Stupa & Phalkor Monastery. Stay overnight the Gyantse Hotel. 

 

Day 09: Gyantse – Lhasa (3,650m): 261 Km

Full day picturesque drive crossing over Karola (5,010m), Kambala (4,749m), Colorful Yamdrok-Tso Lake and the Tibetan lifeline river Brahma Putra (Yarlung Tsangpo) – Stay overnight at Kyichu Hotel.

 

DAY 10-11: SIGHTSEEING IN LHASA

Two full days sightseeing tour to Lhasa including Jokhang Temple, Barkhor Bazaar, and And Potala Palace Drepung & Sera Monasteries. Stay overnight at Kyichu Hotel.  

  

Day 12: Lhasa – Shigatse (3900m)

After Breakfast, Motor Bike ride to Shigatse via northern route O/N at Manasarover Hotel.

 

Day 13:- Shigatse to Xegar (4300m)

Ride Motor Bike to Xegar O/N at Everest Hotel

 

Day 14:- Xegar to Ronbuk  (4900m)

Bike ride to Ronbuk to Everest Base Camp and visit Rongbuk Monastery O/N at Rongbuk Guest House (Dormitory)

 

Day 15:- Rongbuk- Kerung (2770m)

Ride Motor Bike to Kerong O/N at Kerong Grand Hotel

 

Day 16:- Kerong to Kathmandu.

After Necessary Border formalities, Ride back to Kathmandu O/N at Hotel

 

Day 17:- Free day at Kathmandu

Free and rest day, late evening we will provide you farewell

Cost Included

 

COST INCLUDES:-

  • PICK UP AND DROP FROM/TO AIRPORT
  • SIGHTSEEN IN KATHMANDU VALLEY
  • 3-4 STAR HOTEL IN KATHMANDU FOR 5 NIGHTS  WITH BREAKFAST
  • TIBET VISA FEE PER PERSON 125 USD
  • ROYEL ENFEIELD 411CC/500CC AS PER YOUR REQUIRED PER DAY/PER BIKE 40/50 USD  
  • PRIVATE TRANSPORTATION BY VAN/SMALL TRUCK
  • TIBET TRAVEL PERMIT AND E.B. C. PERMIT
  • ENGLISH SPEAKING NEPALI/TIBETAN GUIDE.
  • ACCOMMODATION ON TWIN SHARING ROOM BASIS
  • SIGHTSEEING AND MONASTERY ENTRANCE FEES AS PER OUR ITINERARY
  • MEAL PLAN: B/B BASIS
  • CHINESE DRIVING LICENSE
  • MOTORBIKE PERMIT
  • SUPPORTING TRANSPORTATION IN NEPAL PART
  • LODGING AND FOODING FOR A NEPALESE MECHANIC

 

COST EXCLUDES:-

  • LUNCH AND DINNER
  • FUEL
  • MECHANIC AND PARTS REPLACEMENT CHARGE
  • INSURANCE OF ANY KIND
  • PERSONAL EXPENSES SUCH AS A DRINK, TIPS & ETC.
  • ANY ADDITIONAL COST DUE TO NATURAL CALAMITIES AND UNFORESEEN CIRCUMSTANCE

 

IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROCEDURE TIBET GROUP VISA!!!
As per the new rules and regulations from the Chinese embassy in Nepal, to obtain a Tibet group visa, it is required that there must be a minimum of 05 people in the group. Additionally, the visa application process in Kathmandu requires the submission of the original passport and may take 03 official working days to complete.

Please also note that visa requirements and regulations can change frequently.
It is also important to note that Tibet visa requirements and regulations can be change frequently, we suggest you make sure with the Chinese Embassy or local travel company before you book the Tibet tour.

 

Please feel free to contact or write us if any confusion regarding the Tibet tour. 

 

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    Price from 3500 USD per person
    • Trip Duration: 17 Days
    • Trip Grading: Fairly challenging
    • Max Altitude: 5200m
    • Best Time: Sep/Oct/Nov -March-April-May-June
    • Trip Mode: hotel
    • Group Size: 10 pax
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