The vast territory, diverse scenery, and varied topography have formed unique natural landscapes in Tibet. Advantaged natural landscapes and characteristic ethnic culture create a perfect environment for cycling enthusiasts. There are vast prairies, continuous mountains, unique Tibetan villages, ancient temples, snow-capped mountains, grand glaciers, flowing streams, rushing rivers, lush forest, deep canyons, and blue sky that you will destined to observe this unique beauties of the trip. No one will refuse to fall in love with this heavenly land.

Note:-

Cycling and driving by vehicle whenever necessary at suitable places

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Starting in Nepal, after a couple of days exploring Kathmandu we take a dramatic flight across the great Himalayan range to Lhasa, capital of Tibet. This is one of the most interesting, remote and spectacular parts of the world. We have three days of sightseeing and acclimatizing before cycling across a beautiful landscape of snow-capped summits. All around us are signs of religious devotion; prayer flags fluttering on the tallest mountain passes and processions of devout pilgrims travelling to the numerous monasteries and temples.

At an altitude of 5,150m we see the magnificent views of the Himalayas and of Mt. Everest itself. Finally reaching Base Camp is an experience few will ever forget in their lifetime. From here our journey continues as we return to Nepal completing a cycling in Tibet.

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In fact, the entire region of Mt. Kailash is of important religious significance and includes the two turquoise-blue, pristine high-altitude lakes of Mansarovar and Rakshesa. Mt. Kailash is regarded holy by followers of several religions. To Hindus, Kailash is the abode of Shiva and nearby Manasarovar lake, the soul of Brahma. Tibetans call Kailash Kang Rimpoche. Jains worship it as Mt Ashtapada, the peak from which the religion’s founder, Rishabanatha, achieved spiritual liberation. And the followers of Bon-Po, the ancient pre-Buddhist shamanistic religion of Tibet, revere Kailash as the soul of Tibet.

Another uniqueness contributing to the mystical aspects of Kailash is that four most sacred rivers of the Indian sub-continent begin from here – Sutlej, Karnili (a major tributary of the Ganges), Brahmaputra and Indus. The end of these rivers are more than 2,000 kilometres apart, yet they all have their source within hundred kilometres of Mt. Kailash. Nature lovers can encounter numerous unusual species of birds, wildlife, and flora here. This holy region is known as navel (center) of the universe, attracting scholars and researchers from all over the world. Mt. Kailash (also known as the ‘Sumeru Parbat‘ in Hindu epics) provides a spiritually enriching, naturally unique and a truly rewarding journey of a life-time!

Total Cost: 2450 USD Per per head for entire trip( minimal group size: 4 + )

Fixed Departure Dates for 2017 (Arrival—Departure Date of Lhasa)

• 6th June 2020- 17th June 2020
• 27th June 2020- 8th July 2020
• 21^st July 2020- 01^st Aug 2020
• 12th Aug 2020-23rd Aug 2020
• 12th Sep 2020- 23rd Sep 2020
• 15th Oct 2020 – 26th Oct 2020
• 10th Nov 2020 – 21st Nov 2020

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 Clothing:

• Medium weight walking boots
• A pair of trainers
• Warm jacket  preferably down
• A Waterproof  jacket and trousers (not a poncho)
• Warm shirts/tops
• Fleece tops
• A pair of light weight trousers. Jeans are unsuitable to wear on
  treks
• A pair of Heavyweight trousers are useful higher up in the mountains if trekking above 3000m
• Walking poles
• Thermal underwear top and leggings. These are excellent to sleep in at night in the winter months and for cold days
• 1 pair of loose fitting long shorts/ skirts
• 1 lightweight long sleeved -shirt is particularly suitable for avoiding sun burn
• A woollen hat to wear in the morning and at night
• A sunhat and ensure it has a wide brim to cover the face and neck
• A pair of substantial gloves and spare lightweight gloves
• 1 pair of sandals to wear in the cities and in camp
• 2 pairs of thin and 2 pair of thick woollen socks
• Underwear” normal quantity and hankies

 Equipment and Accessories

• Duffle bag or kit bag to carry gear while trekking
• 4 season sleeping bag
• General daypack to carry personal requirements for the day e.g.
  toilet items, camera, waterproofs gloves etc
• Water bottle. Minimum 1litre + spare
• Sunglasses, Sun lotion cream
• First aid kit/personal medicine, particularly Imodium and Dioralite
• Toiletries, lightweight travel towel large. Toilet paper
• Headlamp and/ or torch with spare batteries
• Short gaiters essential during winter and all treks going over 4000m at other times
• An umbrella (optional), which is quite useful to use as a sunshade and useful
  when it rains
• Reading materials, camera and film. Optional: game items, note book, rubber
  bands, pen and pencil a pocket knife
• Ziplock bags medium
• Pee bottle (very optional)
• Water purification tablets
• Hand cleansing Gel 

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This tour takes you spiritual and secular center of Tibet, where you could visit Potala palace, perched high above the city, the holiest temple Tibet’s, the Jokhang, and the Gelugpa monastery of Drepung monastery.

Start your journey to Tibet with a spectacular flight over the snow capped Himalayan mountains Mt. Everest, Malaku and Kanchanjunga. You will be engrossed with sightseeing and excursions of the Potala Palace, the Jokhang Temple, the near-by Barkhor market, Drepung Monastery, Sera Monastery and other fascinating places in Lhasa

Tibet Cultural Tour

This Fly in/ Fly out tour of the heart of Tibet follows a circular route from Tsetand to Lhasa. Exploring the Yarlung Tsangpo valley, cradle of the Tibetan civilization, we begin our journey by exploring the yarlung Tsangpo valley with a ferry ride across the Tsangpo river to visit Samye, the oldest monastery belonging to the Red hat school.

Then, on to Yumbhulakhang, the first castle built for a Tibetan king overlooking a fertile agricultural valley and tombs of the Tibetan kings, from the seventh century, and then proceeding on the southern route via the Yamdrok tso, the turquoise lake, to Gyantse and Shigatse. From Shigatse we take the northern route through the scenic, rugged country side of nomads, culmination journey to Lhasa .

Tibet Overland

This is an Adventure trip for travelers on a limited time & Budget. The breathtaking trans- Himalayan flight from Kathmandu to Lhasa & the overland route from Lhasa to Nepal border offers truly spectacular views of the Himalayas, High mountain passes, ancient monasteries, fortresses & culture from a by gone era.

The trip is scheduled Drive in / fly out, but is also operated Fly in / drive out some times depending on practical necessity. This tour is offered in 3 hotel categories to choose from depending on ones interest & budget. Lhasa hotel (formerly Holiday Inn), Shambala hotel or similar & budget hotel.

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To Tibetans it is known as Khang Rimpoche (Precious Jewel of Snow) and they see it as the navel of the world. It is said that a stream from the mountain pours into a nearby lake and from here rivers flow in the four cardinal directions. The River of the Lion Mouth to the North, the River of the Horse Mouth to the east, the River of the Peacock Mouth to the south and the River of the Elephant Mouth to the West. Strangely enough, four major rivers do indeed originate near Kailash, the Indus, the Yarlung Tsangpo (Brahmaputra), the Karnali and the Sutlej. Tibetans believe that it is the residence of Demchog, a fierce looking tantric deity who lives there with his consort, Dorje Phagmo. For the Tibetans also it is a particularly special place where poet saint Milarepa, spent several years here meditating in a cave.
For the Hindus Mount Kailash is the earthly manifestation of Mt. Meru, their spritual centre of the universe, described as a fanatastic ‘world pillar’ 84,000 miles high and around which all else revolves.Its roots are firmly rooted in the lowest hell and its summit rises so high to kiss the heavens. On the top their most revered God, Shiva, and his consort Parvati live.

For the Jains, an Indian religious group, Kailash is the site where their first prophet achieved enlightenment. For the older, more ancient religion of Bon, it is the site where its founder Shanrab is said to have descended from heaven. It was formerly the spiritual centre of Zhang Zung, the ancient Bon Empire that once included all of western Tibet. Bon people walk around the mountain in a counter clockwise manner, unlike the other religions.

Over the centuries pilgrims have constantly journeyed immense distances to achieve enlightement or cleanse themselves of sin, braving enourmous distances, particularly harsh weather and bandit attacks.

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To Tibetans it is known as Khang Rimpoche (Precious Jewel of Snow) and they see it as the navel of the world. It is said that a stream from the mountain pours into a nearby lake and from here rivers flow in the four cardinal directions. The River of the Lion Mouth to the North, the River of the Horse Mouth to the east, the River of the Peacock Mouth to the south and the River of the Elephant Mouth to the West. Strangely enough, four major rivers do indeed originate near Kailash, the Indus, the Yarlung Tsangpo (Brahmaputra), the Karnali and the Sutlej. Tibetans believe that it is the residence of Demchog, a fierce looking tantric deity who lives there with his consort, Dorje Phagmo. For the Tibetans also it is a particularly special place where poet saint Milarepa, spent several years here meditating in a cave.
For the Hindus Mount Kailash is the earthly manifestation of Mt. Meru, their spritual centre of the universe, described as a fanatastic ‘world pillar’ 84,000 miles high and around which all else revolves.Its roots are firmly rooted in the lowest hell and its summit rises so high to kiss the heavens. On the top their most revered God, Shiva, and his consort Parvati live.

For the Jains, an Indian religious group, Kailash is the site where their first prophet achieved enlightenment. For the older, more ancient religion of Bon, it is the site where its founder Shanrab is said to have descended from heaven. It was formerly the spiritual centre of Zhang Zung, the ancient Bon Empire that once included all of western Tibet. Bon people walk around the mountain in a counter clockwise manner, unlike the other religions.

Over the centuries pilgrims have constantly journeyed immense distances to achieve enlightement or cleanse themselves of sin, braving enourmous distances, particularly harsh weather and bandit attacks.

Itinerary

Day 01 : Arrival Kathmandu, Transfer to hotel, over night at tourist standard hotel
Day 02 : Full day sightseeing in Kathmandu valley and Patan Durber square
Day 03 : Mt.Kailash Tour Yatra. Briefing & PM. Tour preparation
Day 04 : Drive Kathmandu (1,300m)- Nyalam (3,750) (6-7 Hrs.) – Overnight Hotel/Camp
Day 05 : Drive Zhangmu / Nyalam – Paiko Tso (4,350m)(6-7 Hrs.) – Camp
Day 06 : Drive Paiko Tso – Zhongba (4,700m.)(6-7 HRS) – Camp
Day 07 : Drive Zhongba – Mayum La (5,200m.)(6-7 HRS)) – Camp
Day 08 : Drive Mayum La – Lake Manasarovar (4,550m.)(5-6 HRS) – Camp
Day 09 : Explore Lake Manasarovar – Drive to Darchen (4,560m.)(1 HR) – Camp
Day 10 : Start trek from Darchen – Dirphuk (4,890m.) (6-7 HRS) – Camp
Day 11 : Trek Dirphuk – Zutul Puk (4,790m.) (6-7 HRS) – Camp
Day 12 : Trek Zutul Puk – Darchen ( HRS) – Camp
Day 13 : End trek at Darchen & drive to Tirthapuri (4,300m.)& enjoy hot water spring-camp.
Day 14 : Drive Tirthapuri – Nyogze (4,350m.) (6-7 HRS)
Day 15 : Drive Nyogze – Paryang (4,450m.) (5-6 HRS) – Camp
Day 16 : Drive Paryang – Saga (4,400m.) (6-7 HRS) – Camp
Day 17 : Drive Saga – Upper Nyalam (3,750m.) (7-8 HRS) – Camp/hotel
Day 18 : Drive Nyalam – Zhangmu (2,300m.) – Kathmandu (6-7 HRS)
Day 19 : Rest & shopping
Day 20 : Final Departure

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Mount Kailash is situated to the north of the Himalayan barrier, wholly within Tibet. It is the perfect mountain in so many and stands serene with all its awesome beauty 4 great faces look out to this world and the one beyond. It is the spiritual center for four great religions: Tibetan Buddhism, Hinduism, the Jain religion and the pre-Buddhist animistic religion – Bonpo.

To Tibetans it is known as Khang Rimpoche (Precious Jewel of Snow) and they see it as the navel of the world. It is said that a stream from the mountain pours into a nearby lake and from here rivers flow in the four cardinal directions. The River of the Lion Mouth to the North, the River of the Horse Mouth to the east, the River of the Peacock Mouth to the south and the River of the Elephant Mouth to the West. Strangely enough, four major rivers do indeed originate near Kailash, the Indus, the Yarlung Tsangpo (Brahmaputra), the Karnali and the Sutlej. Tibetans believe that it is the residence of Demchog, a fierce looking tantric deity who lives there with his consort, Dorje Phagmo. For the Tibetans also it is a particularly special place where poet saint Milarepa, spent several years here meditating in a cave.
For the Hindus Mount Kailash is the earthly manifestation of Mt. Meru, their spritual centre of the universe, described as a fanatastic ‘world pillar’ 84,000 miles high and around which all else revolves.Its roots are firmly rooted in the lowest hell and its summit rises so high to kiss the heavens. On the top their most revered God, Shiva, and his consort Parvati live.

For the Jains, an Indian religious group, Kailash is the site where their first prophet achieved enlightenment. For the older, more ancient religion of Bon, it is the site where its founder Shanrab is said to have descended from heaven. It was formerly the spiritual centre of Zhang Zung, the ancient Bon Empire that once included all of western Tibet. Bon people walk around the mountain in a counter clockwise manner, unlike the other religions.

Over the centuries pilgrims have constantly journeyed immense distances to achieve enlightement or cleanse themselves of sin, braving enourmous distances, particularly harsh weather and bandit attacks.

Itinerary

Day 01 : Arrival at Kathmandu Airport & Transfer to Hotel
Day 02 : Kathmandu sightseeing , Briefing for the Tour
Day 03 : Departure flight to Lhasa (1 hour) ( 3650 m.) arrive at Lhasa, rest for acclimatization and over night Hotel
Day 04-05 : Two full days sightseeing tour around Lhasa including Jokhang Temple, Barkhor Bazaar, Potala palace, Drepung & Sera monasteries. Over night Hotel
Day 06 : Drive Lhasa to Gyantse (3950 m.) full day picturesque drive crossing over Caro La (5,010 m.), Kambala (4794m.) and the colourful Yamdrok lake (Torouise lake) & the Tibetan lifeline river Brama Putra (Yarlung Tsangpo), at hotel Gyantse.
Day 07 : Morning sightseeing to Kumum Stupa & Phalkor monastery. Over night, hotel Gyantse
Day 08 : Drive(2 hours) Gyantse to Xigatse (3,900m.) & afternoon visit to the Panchen Lama’s Tashilhumpu monastery. Hotel at Sigatse.
Day 09 : Drive from Xigatse to Lhasa crossing over the highest pass of 5,220m en-route with a visit to Shakya monastery on the way (time permitting camp).
Day 10 : Drive from Lhasa to Saga through the beautiful Tibetan country side at camp
Day 11 : Continuing drive to Paryang through the beautiful Tibetan county side. camp
Day 12 : Continuing your drive to Lake Manasarovar – over night at Lake Manasarovar. Camp
Day 13 : After exploring lake Manasarovar, drive to Darchen. Rest of the day is free for acclimatization & local exploration.
Day 14 : Start trek from Darchen – heading West you will climb up to a series of prayer flags at 4,730m. from where there are some great views of Mt. Kailash. Then, head North through Darboche, Sherson, The rebuilt Chukku Gompa & Damding Donkhang 4,890m. to Dirphuk and camp
Day 15 : Climb through the Moraine to a meadow at 5210m. then past rock cairns to emerge at Dorma La pass at 5630m. Descend via Gaurikund (lake) to The La Chukkir valley at 5150m, look out for the foot prints here,pilgrims believe they belonged to the Lord Buddha. Puk Gompa (4790m.) where there is a cave in which the Saint Milarepa is said to have meditated.
Day 16 : Trek along the Zhong Chu River to a Bridge< cross it & climb a little before descending to 4610m. From Where you will have good views of the Manasarovar lake. Then a short trek through main walls will lead you back to Darchen
Day 17 : Drive Darchen to Toling & Tsaprang & Explore.
Day 18 : Drive Tsaprang – Shiguanhe
Day 19 : Drive Shiguanhe – Yamphu
Day 20 : Drive Yamphu – Tsochen
Day 21 : Drive Tsochen – Saga
Day 22 : Drive Saga – Nyalam – hotel/camp
Day 23 : Drive Nyalam – Zhangmu – Kathmandu.
Day 24 : Kathmandu, rest and free day shopping
Day 25 : Departure to onward destination with beautiful memory back home

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All the cycling itineraries are flexible and can be revised in order to best meet your requirements i.e. your time, interests etc. Please make contact with us if you have any special requirements or interest.

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