Lhasa to Kathmandu Mountain Bike Tour – 21 Days
Trip Itinerary
Tibet — the mystical land often referred to as Shangri-La — is an awe-inspiring destination known as the Roof of the World. Resting on a vast plateau at an average altitude of 4,000 meters, it offers a truly unmatched setting for an epic adventure like the Lhasa to Kathmandu Mountain Biking Tour.
Renowned for its ancient Buddhist heritage, dramatic landscapes, centuries-old monasteries, and vibrant spiritual culture, Tibet enchants every traveler. Bounded by the Kunlun Mountains to the north and the towering Himalayas to the south, Tibet spans an area of 1.2 million sq. km and is home to around 2.3 million people — known for their warmth, humility, and ever-smiling faces.
The Lhasa to Kathmandu biking route is one of the most thrilling cross-border cycling adventures in the world. This high-altitude journey takes you through remote mountain passes, traditional villages, sacred temples, and stark yet stunning terrain — offering a rare glimpse into a world that has fascinated explorers, scholars, and seekers for centuries.
Despite its remoteness, Tibet welcomes determined and adventurous travelers with its timeless charm and spiritual serenity. For mountain biking enthusiasts, the route from Lhasa to Kathmandu offers the perfect mix of challenge and wonder — riding through the heart of Tibetan culture with panoramic Himalayan views as your backdrop.
Overview
Arrival City
Kathmandu, Nepal
Departure City
Kathmandu, Nepal
Meals
14 dinner, 20 breakfast, 14 lunch

Maximum Altitude
5,253m/17,235ft
Activity
Cycling and Mountain Biking
Outline Itinerary
| Itinerary | Maximum Altitude |
|---|---|
| Day 01 Arrival in Kathmandu | 1,350m/4,429ft |
| Day 02 Kathmandu Sightseeing | 1,350m/4,429ft |
| Day 03 Fly To Lhasa | 3,650m/11,976ft |
| Day 04 Lhasa Sightseeing: Sera Monastery, Norbulingka, Jokhang Temple, Barkhor Bazaar | 3,650m/11,976ft |
| Day 05 Free day in Lhasa | 3,650m/11,976ft |
| Day 06 Lhasa Sightseeing: Potala Palace & Drepung Monastery; rest free day to explore Lhasa | 3,700m/12,140ft |
| Day 07 Lhasa to Chusul cycling | 3,650m/11,976ft |
| Day 08 Chusul to Nagatse cycling | 4,794m/15,729ft |
| Day 09 Nagatse to Gyantse cycling | 5,045m/16,553ft |
| Day 10 Gyantse to Shigatse cycling | 3,900m/12,796ft |
| Day 11 Rest day in Shigatse | 3,900m/12,796ft |
| Day 12 Shigatse to Lhatse cycling | 4,520m/14,830ft |
| Day 13 Lhatse to Shegar cycling | 5,248m/17,219ft |
| Day 14 Shegar to Tashi Dzong cycling | 5,200m/17,061ft |
| Day 15 Tashi Dzong to Rongbuk cycling, visit Everest Base Camp | 5,150m/16,897ft |
| Day 16 Rongbuk to Old Tingri (Chamda) cycling | 5,100m/16,733ft |
| Day 17 Cycling to before PaikoTsho Lake | 4,591m/15,063ft |
| Day 18 Cycling to the foot of Gontala Pass | 5,253m/17,235ft |
| Day 19 Cycling to Kyirong Town | 4,750m/15,585ft |
| Day 20 Cycling to Syabrubesi, drive to Kathmandu | 2,700m/8,859ft |
| Day 21 Final Departure | 1,350m/4,429ft |
- Accommodation in Standard Hotels on Twin Sharing Basis
Generally, breakfast is included within the trip throughout the journey. Upon our meal service, we will be served commonly available Tibetan dishes such as noodles, and bread. Further, the tour does not include soft or hard drinks. Lunch and dinner will be upon our own cost.
The tour includes hotels, and simple guest houses on bed at breakfast basis. If we are solo traveler, we will share a room with someone else of same sex of our group. If we prefer a single room, we may express our preference and get single rooms on request by paying single supplement USD 390.
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