
Tibet / Everest Base Camp by Cycle Tour - 24 Days
Locatin: Tibet, Asia
Overview:
A trip to Tibet is not for the faint hearted; the travelling can be hard, adventurous and often unpredictable. Due to Tibet's high altitude travelers with a history of heart, lung or anemia problems should consult a doctor before considering a visit.
Tibet remains one of the most interesting, remote and undeveloped part of the world, situated at an average elevation of 5000m (16500ft) above sea level. Its limited facilities for tourists are only now approaching a reasonable standard.
Visitors should also understand before taking this trip that Tibet was only opened to tourism in recent years. The infrastructure of the Tourist industry is still very basic in the remote country. Please do not expect the standards you are accustomed to in the west. However, every effort will be made under the circumstances to ensure a smooth and pleasant trip.
Tibet is a rich and beautiful land with an average altitude over 4,000m (13,120ft) above sea level. Possessing more than fifty peaks above7,000m (22,960ft), Tibet is home to eleven Himalayan mountains over 8,000m (26,240ft). China, India, Nepal, Sikkim, Bhutan, Burma and Kashmir all border Tibet. Over two million people inhabit this land of rich natural resources and ancient cultures.
Spiritual traditions, temples and monasteries, lakes and rivers, and mighty snow clad peaks are just a few of the intoxicating wonders to be experienced by adventurous travelers who get the opportunity to visit this land. Buddhism, with a history of some 1,300 years is shaped into a unique form of "Lamaism". Tibetan history, culture and religion are mixed together and infiltrate every aspect of social life. Tibetan religious arts have a distinctive style with adoption of Indian and Chinese Buddhist influence, thus forming a pearl of Oriental Buddhist art. The various people who live on the Tibetan plateau, such as Tibetans, Monpas, Lhopas and Moslems, each have their own unique of traditions of marriage, burial birth, and other ceremonies. Festivals in Tibet are numerous providing many opportunities for large and exciting celebrations. So come and visit the land rich in mountains, monks, mystery and adventure.
Itinerary: Tibet/Everest Base Camp by Cycle Tour - 24 Days
Day |
Plan |
Accommodation |
01 |
Arrive Kathmandu / transfer to Hotel |
Hotel |
02 |
Kathmandu tour |
Hotel in Kathmandu |
03 |
Fly to Lhasa and Explore Lhasa |
Hotel in Lhasa |
04 |
Explore Lhasa/Guided city tour |
Hotel in Lhasa |
05 |
Explore Lhasa / Guided city tour |
Hotel in Lhasa |
06 |
Explore Lhasa am, start ride pm |
Camp near Chushul |
08 |
Cross Kamba La 4794m |
Guesthouse/camping at Nakartse |
09 |
Explore lake Yamdrok Tso |
Guesthouse/camping at Nakartse |
10 |
Cross Karo La 5010m (5045) |
Hotel in Gyantse |
11 |
Explore esp Kumbum |
Hotel in Gyantse |
12 |
Follow valley |
Hotel in Shigatse |
13 |
Climb towards Tsuo La |
Guesthouse/camping at Tropu? |
14 |
Cross Tso La (Yulung La) 4500m, descend |
Guesthouse at Sakya |
15 |
Explore Sakya, retrace to main road |
Guesthouse/camping at Lhartse |
16 |
Cross Gyatso La (Jia Tsuo La) 5220m |
Hotel at Pelbar |
17 |
Cross Pang La 5150m towards base camp 1 |
Camping at Dzarongpu |
18 |
Ride/trek to Everest base camp 5200m |
Camping at Dzarongpu |
19 |
Return to main road via Pang La 5200m |
Hotel at Pelbar |
20 |
Gradual climb |
Camping near Gurtso |
21 |
Cross La Lung La (5124?) 5030m, Tong La (Shung La) 5120m (5200?), big descent |
Guesthouse at Nyalam |
22 |
Descend, cross border into Nepal , descend |
Hotel at Barabise |
23 |
Descend to 560m at Dolalghat then climb |
Hotel at Kathmandu |
24 |
Explore Kathmandu before flight home |
Hotel at Kathmandu |
Service/Cost Includes:
- Hotel Accommodation on twin sharing basis with Bed & Breakfast basis as per Hotel.
- Camping Services, Dorm tent (Twin Sharing), Dinning/Kitchen Tents and Cooking utensils.
- English Speaking Tibetan Guide experienced Cook, necessary supporting staff and their salaries and insurances.
- All the sightseeing tours as per above itinerary.
- All the transportation.
- Temple and Monastery entry fees.
- Meals freshly cooked vegetarian meals during camping, hot drinks & Oxygen bottles and general First Aid Kids.
- Tourist service charge, Vat.
- Office Service charge.
Service/Cost Excludes:
- Airfares to Lhasa (Airfare often keep changing, we can make yours ticket please email us to get prices).
- Nepal Visa Fees and Tibet China Visa Fees.
- Travel Insurance and Emergency Evacuation.
- Bar Bills, Lunch and Dinner while staying at Hotel/Guest House.
- Tibet Travel Permit and China/Tibet Visa Process.
- Items and expenses of personal nature.
- Personal Trekking Equipments
- Tips for guide, porters, driver
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