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| Lhasa - Kathmandu Tour |
 Our 'Roof of the World' adventure, from Kathmandu to Lhasa, or Lhasa to Kathmandu, is a true adventure into Tibet, forbidden to Westerners for so many years. If you thirst after firsts, here's just the ride! Between 2003 and 2008 we have been thwarted by the unstable political climate in either Nepal or Tibet, but we are hopeful that the future is brighter. And we include a visit to Everest Base Camp, accommodation in hotels and guesthouses (NO camping!), and all meals and snacks.
Highlights
- Mount Everest
- Potala Palace
- Kathmandu streetlife
- Yamdrok Tso lake
- Village markets
Itinerary
DAY 1 DEPART UK.
DAY 2 ARRIVE KATHMANDU. We will greet you personally upon your arrival in Kathmandu and transfer you to our luxury hotel, the Shangri-La, where you can unwind after the long flight and enjoy some R&R by the pool. You have the day in this fascinating valley to visit Syambanath (the monkey temple), both ancient Hindu and Buddhist temple complexes, Bodnath Stupa, one of the holiest Buddhist sites in subcontinent, Pashupatinath, an ancient Hindu temple complex, and burning ghats on the Bagamati river, along with the lively city nightlife. This evening we have an introductory meeting to get to know each other and our bikes.
DAY 3 KATHMANDU - DULIKHAL (35 km). After a leisurely breakfast we ride out of Kathmandu for the short journey towards the border and to the Last Resort, a luxury tented camp across one of the deepest gorges in the Himalaya (and home to the world’s highest bungee jump!) with views of the high peaks. In the afternoon we have a detailed briefing for the days ahead.
DAY 4 DULIKHAL - NYALAM (175 km). We ride along what can best be described as a bad road to the Tibet border, cross the Friendship Bridge into Tibet and ride the famous "Friendship Highway" as we climb to Nyalam at over 4000 m (12,500 ft) and our guest house, where we take an acclimatization stop to get ready for the next 4 days of high passes.
DAY 5 NYALAM - TINGRE (140 km). We continue heading north over the first high pass, Lalung-La, at 5000 m (16,500 ft), with views of Everest before turning east to our guest house at Tingre.
DAY 6 TINGRE - PESONG (145 km). Leaving Tingre, we head north again over two more high passes, Maphu-La and Gyatso-La, both around 5100 m (16,700 ft).
DAY 7 PESONG - RONGBUK BASE CAMP (160 km). Today we ride to Everest Base Camp, probably one of the most famous sites in Tibet outside Lhasa. Base Camp is 9 km south of Rongbuk Monastery, at 18,200 ft. The highest mountain on Earth looms majestically just over our shoulders.
DAY 8 RONGBUK – XIGAR.
DAY 9 XIGAR - SHIGATSE (80 km). An opportunity to take in the mysteries of Tibet. There is also a short ride to Tashilumpe Monastery, where we take a guided tour, and Shupa.
 DAY 10 SHIGATSE - GYANGTSE (90 km). Heading off in a south-easterly direction down the valley, today's short ride takes us to Gyangtse, including a visit to the famous Buddhist Monastery complexes housing some of the rarest Tibetan Buddhist art in the world.
DAY 11 GYANGTSE - LHASA (255 km). Heading north-east, today is a day of good roads and exceptional scenery as we pass Yamdrok Tso lake on the scenic back roads to Lhasa. We ride on over two more 5000 m passes (16,400 ft), Karo-La and Kamba-La before arriving at the Forbidden City, Lhasa, and our central Hotel Tibet.
DAY 12 LHASA. A day for sightseeing, with a guided tour of the Potala Palace, the icon of Tibet, home of 14 Dalai Lamas.
DAY 13 LHASA. Our final day in Tibet. We take a guided tour of the Jhokang monastery and Jhokang, and then return to our hotel giving you time for a last look around
DAY 14 LHASA - KATHMANDU. Our early morning 2-hour return flight to Kathmandu takes us over Mt Everest for an unforgettable final memory of this unique holiday. After lunch your time is your own to explore the city by mountain bike or rickshaw. In the evening we have our farewell dinner party.
DAY 15 DEPART KATHMANDU. We will take you to the airport for your international flight home. Or you can extend your stay in Nepal and take advantage of the trekking and rafting available.
DAY 16 ARRIVE UK.
Total distance c. 1300 km
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Price includes: 10 days Royal Enfield 500 Bullet hire, including motorcycle insurance; jeep support vehicle, trailer and spares; tour leader with medical kit/training; Enfield mechanic and local guides; tours/guides listed; flights and airport transfers; border procedures; entrance fees to monuments / parks / reserves; 13 nights twinshare hotel accommodation; all meals; soft drinks/bottled mineral water on tour; road maps/information packets
Price excludes: Security/damage deposit £300/$500, to pay locally; visas (Nepal to pay locally, c. $50, Tibet/China); fuel; alcoholic beverages; laundry service; tips; travel insurance, including emergency rescue, available from H-C Travel, see our travel insurance information for details.
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Roof of the World Adventure
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Start / Finish
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Dates
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Rider
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Passenger
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Sgl rm suppl.
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Kathmandu/Lhasa
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10 May - 25 May 2009
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£3,345.00
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£3,095.00
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£425.00
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Lhasa/Kathmandu
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25 May - 09 Jun 2009
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£3,445.00
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£3,195.00
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£445.00
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Kathmandu/Lhasa
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15 Aug - 30 Aug 2009
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£3,445.00
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£3,195.00
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£445.00
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Lhasa/Kathmandu
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30 Aug - 14 Sep 2009
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£3,555.00
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£3,295.00
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£475.00
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