17 Days
Bike Ride from Nepal to Tibet for foreigners

Tour Details

Nepal Tibet motorbike tour is a Unique and extra ordinary product in term of Adventure, excitement, Thrill and scenic beauties. This will be an amazing extraordinary holiday for the riders. This Bike Tour passes through o all amazing and exciting points of the world as the feet of the Mount Everest, Yamdrok Lake, Korola Glacier, Potala Palace and so on. This program is started from Kathmandu with one day test ride around Kathmandu valley and introduction with assisting team, as Team leader & Mechanic. There will be video presentation with briefing about the route, safety precaution, high altitude sickness and its precaution etc. The route follows from Kathmandu, Syabrubesi. Kyrung, Paikucho Lake, Shishapangma Himalayas, Everest Base Camp, Shigatse, Gyatse, Lhasa, Yamdrok Lake etc. and finally end at Kathmandu. Fishtail Tours & Travel Nepal Invite you to enjoy this scenic adventure journey to the roof of the world including base camp of world highest peak – the Mount Everest.

Package Description

Product Information:
Nepal Tibet motorbike tour is a Unique and extra ordinary product in term of Adventure, excitement, Thrill and scenic beauties. This will be an amazing extraordinary holiday for the riders. This Bike Tour passes through o all amazing and exciting points of the world as the feet of the Mount Everest, Yamdrok Lake, Korola Glacier, Potala Palace and so on. This program is started from Kathmandu with one day test ride around Kathmandu valley and introduction with assisting team, as Team leader & Mechanic. There will be video presentation with briefing about the route, safety precaution, high altitude sickness and its precaution etc. The route follows from Kathmandu, Syabrubesi. Kyrung, Paikucho Lake, Shishapangma Himalayas, Everest Base Camp, Shigatse, Gyatse, Lhasa, Yamdrok Lake etc. and finally end at Kathmandu. Fishtail Tours & Travel Nepal Invite you to enjoy this scenic adventure journey to the roof of the world including base camp of world highest peak – the Mount Everest.

Outline Itinerary:
Day 01:
Arrival Kathmandu and transfer to hotel.
Day 02: Submission for visa and free days
Day 03: Bike Handover / Bike Testing Tour around Kathmandu valley and briefing
Day 04: Ride to Syabrubesi and overnight
Day 05: Ride to Kyrung & overnight
Day 06: Ride to Shegar (Tingri) & overnight.
Day 07: Ride Shegar( Tingri)  to Tashizom & overnight.
Day 08: Ride Tashizom to Shigatse & overnight.
Day 09: Ride Shigatse to Lhasa & overnight
Day 10: Lhasa city Sightseeing and overnight.
Day 11: Free day in Lhasa.
Day 12: Ride to Shigatse via Gyatse, Yamdrok Lake and Korola Glacier
Day 13: Ride to Shegar ( Tingri) & Overnight.
Day 14: Ride Shegar( Tingri ) to Kyrung  & overnight.
Day 15: Ride to Kyirong Border and complete immigration formalities and ride to Kathmandu.
Day 16: Handover Bike and free day for personal activities.
Day 17: Fly back to your home with sweet memory of beautiful Nepal and Tibet.

Itinerary

1
ARRIVAL IN KATHMANDU (1,324 Meter)

Arrival at Tribhbuban International airport, meet welcome and transfer to hotel. Evening briefing about Nepal – Tibet Motorbike trip. Dinner and overnight stay at hotel.

ARRIVAL IN KATHMANDU (1,324 Meter)
2
VISA APPLICATION & FREE DAY

Apply for the visa and free day for personal activities. Overnight stay at hotel.

VISA APPLICATION & FREE DAY
3
TEST RIDE AROUND KATHMANDU VALLEY

Breakfast, receive Motorbike and proceed for test ride to visit UNESCO World Heritage sites covering Boudhnath Stupa- one of the biggest stupas in the world, the Kathmandu durbar square- where the living goddess lives, Soyambhunath Stupa- a buddhist pilgrimage site and Bhaktapur Durbar Square- a must-see architectural wonder. We will then return to the hotel and have a free day for the preparation of Nepal – Tibet Motorbike Tour program. Overnight stay at hotel.

TEST RIDE AROUND KATHMANDU VALLEY
4
RIDE TO SYABRUBESI (2,380 Meter/ 140 Km/ 6 hours’ drive)

Breakfast and start Ride to Syabrubesi via Shivapuri or Galchhi. Arrive at Syabrubesi, a 200-year-old town with much to share and overnight we will stay at a guesthouse there.

RIDE TO SYABRUBESI (2,380 Meter/ 140 Km/ 6 hours’ drive)
5
RIDE FROM SYABRUBESI TO KYIRONG TOWN (2700 m/24 km/1 hr drive)

After Breakfast we start our Ride from Syabrubesi to Kyirong. Arriving at Kyirung, it is a town situated in the southern part of Gyirong County in the Tibet Autonomous Region, China. The town is situated on the east bank of Kyirong Tsangpo, a source stream of the Trishuli River, at an elevation of about 2,700 metres (8,900 ft). It has a subtropical mountain monsoon climate, with reasonable precipitation and warm weather, unusual for Tibet. We will stay overnight in kyirong.

RIDE FROM SYABRUBESI TO KYIRONG TOWN (2700 m/24 km/1 hr drive)
6
RIDE TO TINGRI VIA PAIKUTSO LAKE AND MT SHISHAPANGMA (4300m/270km/8 hrs)

Breakfast and start Ride to Shegar(Tingri) via Paikucho lake and Shishapangma Mountain. With mystical views we will stay there overnight.

RIDE TO TINGRI VIA PAIKUTSO LAKE AND MT SHISHAPANGMA (4300m/270km/8 hrs)
7
RIDE SHEGAR (TINGRI) TO TASHIZOM (5200m, 50 km/3 hrs)

We will have breakfast and ride from Shegar (Tingri) to Tashiom and DRIVE on an ECO BUS TO RONGPUK AND EXCURSION EBC (80 km/2 hours/2 way). We will come back and stay overnight at Tashizom (5200 m).

RIDE SHEGAR (TINGRI) TO TASHIZOM (5200m, 50 km/3 hrs)
8
RIDE TASHIZOM TO SHIGATSE (3850 meter. 300 km, 8 hrs ride).

We will have Breakfast and start the Ride to Shigatse. Enjoy the different beautiful Tibetan villages and different mountains on the way. Finally arriving at Shigatse after approx. 8 hours ride, we will stay Overnight at a hotel there.

RIDE TASHIZOM TO SHIGATSE (3850 meter. 300 km, 8 hrs ride).
9
RIDE SHIGATSE TO LHASA (3850 m, 150 km 3 hrs)

After Breakfast we will start our Ride to Lhasa, Enjoy the different beautiful Tibetan villages and different mountains on the way. Finally arriving at Lhasa after approx. 3 hours ride. Lhasa is the second most populous urban area on the Tibetan Plateau after Xining and, at an altitude of 3,656 metres (11,990 ft), Lhasa is one of the highest cities in the world. The city has been the religious and administrative capital of Tibet since the mid-17th century. Overnight we will stay at a hotel in this beautiful city.

RIDE SHIGATSE TO LHASA (3850 m, 150 km 3 hrs)
10
SIGHTSEEING TOUR OF LHASA; JOKHANG TEMPLE & BHARKOR STREET, POTALA PALACE

Breakfast and proceed for sightseeing Tour of Lhasa covering Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple & Bharkor Street. Rest of the day free to explore your own. Dinner and overnight stay at hotel.

SIGHTSEEING TOUR OF LHASA; JOKHANG TEMPLE & BHARKOR STREET, POTALA PALACE
11
FREE DAY IN LHASA

Today you are free to explore around the city by your own. Overnight stay at lahsa again.  

FREE DAY IN LHASA
12
RIDE TO SHIGATSE VIA YAMDROK LAKE & KAROLA PASS AND GYATSE (3850m/360km/8hrs)

Breakfast and Ride to Shigatse via Yamdrok Lake, Gyatse city & Karola Pass Enjoy the view of different landscapes and culture en-route. Arrive Shigatse, Shigatse, officially known as Xigazê or Rikaze is a prefecture-level city of the Tibet Autonomous Region of the People's Republic of China. We will be staying here overnight and resting among the beautiful landscape.

RIDE TO SHIGATSE VIA YAMDROK LAKE & KAROLA PASS AND GYATSE  (3850m/360km/8hrs)
13
RIDE TO SHEGAR(TINGRI) – (4300M, 240KM, 8 HRS)

After Breakfast we start our ride to Shegar (Tigri) enjoying the view of different landscapes and culture en-route. We will arrive at Shegar. Shegar town is subordinate to Tingri County, Shigatse, the second largest city of Tibet autonomous region. It is known as New Tingri, but not to be confused with Tingri. We will stay there overnight among the beautiful natural wonders.

RIDE TO SHEGAR(TINGRI) – (4300M, 240KM, 8 HRS)
14
RIDE TO KYIRONG TOWN VIA PAIKUTSO LAKE (2700M, 275KM, 8HRS)

After Breakfast and Ride to Kyirong town via Paikutso Lake. Enjoy the view of different landscapes and culture en-route. Arrive at Kyirong and we stay there overnight.

RIDE TO KYIRONG TOWN VIA PAIKUTSO LAKE (2700M, 275KM, 8HRS)
15
RIDE TO CHINA -NEPAL BORDER AND & FURTHER DRIVE TO KATHMANDU (185 km, 8 hours)

We will have Breakfast and Ride to the Nepal border (25 Kms, 1 hour ride), Complete Immigration formalities and further drive to Kathmandu (160 Kms, 7 hours ride). Arriving in Kathmandu we will check into our hotel and we will have the evening free for personal activities.

RIDE TO CHINA -NEPAL BORDER AND & FURTHER DRIVE TO KATHMANDU (185 km, 8 hours)
16
FREE DAY IN KATHMANDU

We will have breakfast and handover the bikes to the concerned person then take a rest or take part in different sightseeing and activities. We can also use the time to buy different souvenirs for our loved ones back home. In the evening, we will have a farewell dinner at a typical Nepali Restaurant with cultural dance.

FREE DAY IN KATHMANDU
17
FINAL DEPARTURE TRANSFER

Breakfast and timely transfer to international airport for onward flight with beautiful memories of scenic motorbike ride to Nepal and Tibet

FINAL DEPARTURE TRANSFER

Useful Info

Health Pre-caution: Oxygen is less at higher altitudes. The inclement weather and high altitude induce certain illnesses generally not encountered over the plains. Headache, nausea, lassitude, lethargy, breathlessness, general uneasiness (malaise), high irritability, light loss of balance, disorientation, incoherence and insomnia are to name among a few. It is common to all irrespective of age, sex and physical fitness. Gradual acclimatization is the best answer. Tranquilizers, sleeping dosages and strong antibiotics must be avoided. Some symptoms do indicate that the body mechanism is readjusting to new environment.

Route & climatic conditions: Once the voyage commences, the panoramic Himalaya and Tibet cocoon the travelers in their effulgence and they drift beyond the reach of a conventional world. Deep silence and eerie expansiveness rule the atmosphere. A resourceful travelers however, would enjoy his every step – planning is the key. Route from Kathmandu to Tatopani/ Rasuwagadi (Timure) (Nepal-China border) is narrow and scary but from the border onward roads are well maintained are in international highway standards.  The high-altitude Tibetan terrain is dry, cold and windy. Night is colder than day. Torrential rains, strong icy winds are common features. The average altitude is above 3,500 meters and the route covers many high-altitude passes.

Required Documents:

  • Minimum of six months valid passport and two copies of passport size photographs.

Fitness: This is not a trek or expedition but a tour; therefore, no specific level of fitness is required. Anybody can join this Tour if they think they are fit enough.  People suffering from cardiac or respiratory problems should consult to their doctor.

Food and Beverages: Nepali, Chinese, Tibetan & continental veg and non-veg food are available in all the places.

Communication: 5G network is available through the journey. If you subscribe roaming facilities in your country, you can use your phone throughout the trip. But what’s app, Viber and Facebook will not work in China. Alternatively, you can download Chinese apps WeChat to communicate with your friend and family.  

Clothing and Necessities: As the temperature varies greatly between day and night (from max. 20 degrees Celsius to min. –16 degrees Celsius) one should prepare accordingly. However, we suggest all travellers to travel light – carrying maximum 10 to 15 Kg per person.

Travelers should bring the following items: Clothing and Necessities: As the temperature varies greatly between day and night (from max. 20 degrees Celsius to min. –16 degrees Celsius) one should prepare accordingly.

Clothing Requirement based on 13 days trip:

ü  The following clothing are suggested;

ü  4/5 Pairs of Thermal ware

ü  Enough undergarment and warm socks

ü  5 pair of outer clothing

ü  Hand Gloves

ü  Light Jackets & Sweeter

ü  Shoes with water resistant

ü  Muffler and sandal

ü  Hand Towel

ü  Other clothing including night clothing as per the personal need and preference

General Essentials:

ü  Multivitamin Tablets

ü  Sun protection cream with 50 PH 

ü  Regular medicine that are being used

ü  Wet and dry tissues

ü  Dry fruits and energy bars

ü  Vicks or Amritanjan Dark Sun Glasses

ü  Body Lotion

ü  Water bottle – 2 bottles of 1 liter each

Optional Add‑ons

Enhance Your Trip

OUTLINE ITINERARY:

Day 01: Arrive Kathmandu and transfer to hotel,

Day 02: Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara via Manakamana,

Day 03: Fly from Pokhara to Jomsom & drive to Muktidham by local jeep & return toJomsom,

Day 04: Fly from Jomsom to Pokhara & half day Pokhara sightseeing,

Day 05: Fly from Pokhara to Kathmandu & join on Holy Mount Kailash Yatra program.

DETAILED ITINERARY

DAY 01: ARRIVE KATHMANDU & TRANSFER TO HOTEL- Dinner

Arrive in Kathmandu and transfer to your hotel. Dinner and overnight at hotel.

DAY 02: DRIVE TO POKHARA VIA MANAKAMANA - B/L/D

After breakfast drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara (925 meter, 200 KM, / 7-8 hrs drive). En-route visit to Manakamana temple by cable car. Pray to God Manakamana- wish - filing goddesses , lunch and drive to Pokhara. Arrive Pokhara and check into hotel. Evening visit around the Fewa Lake. Overnight stay at hotel.

 

DAY 03: FLY TO JOMSOM (2,720 M), DRIVE MUKTIDHAM (3760 M) & BACK JOMSOM- B/L/D

Wake up early in the morning and proceed to airport with packed breakfast for flight to Jomsom. After 25 minutes flight you will reach to Jomsom. Walk to the hotel and separate your clothing and requirements for Muktinath. Walk for 15 minutes to catch local Jeep for Muktinath ( 30 km , 1 hour drive). Arrive at Muktinath jeep station and start climbing up to Muktinath temple. Arrive at Muktinath temple after approx 15 minutes hiking. Take bath at 108 holy water spouts, perform Puja at Muktinath temple, Jwala

Mai etc. and visit around the places of interest etc. Return to Jeep stand for local jeep drive to Jomsom. Arrive Jomsom jeep station, walk to the hotel and overnight.

 

 

DAY 04: FLY BACK POKHARA (850 M) & POKHARA SIGHTSEEING- B/L/D

Wake up early in the morning and walk to airport for flight to Pokhara. It is 25 minutes flight. Arrive Pokhara and check into hotel. Get refreshed and proceed for local half day sightseeing covering Devis Fall, Fewa Lake & Bindabasini Temple. Rest of the day is free for personal activities. Overnight stay at hotel.

 

DAY 05: FLY TO KATHMANDU & JOIN ON HOLY MOUNT KAILASH YATRA- B/L/D

Breakfast and transfer to domestic airport for a flight to Kathmandu (25 Minutes) to join on Holy Mount Kailash Yatra program.

 COST INCLUDES:

✔️  One night 4 star equivalent hotel accommodation in Kathmandu,

✔️  Two nights 3 star equivalent hotel accommodation in Pokhara,

✔️  One night 3/2 star equivalent Hotel accommodation at Jomsom,

✔️  Kathmandu / Manakamana/ Pokhara by a/c vehicle as per the group size.

✔️  Flight Pokhara-Kathmandu,

✔️  Flight Pokhara-Jomsom-Pokhara,

✔️  Jomsom-Muktinath-Jomsom by local jeep on SIC basis,

✔️  Half day Pokhara sightseeing as per the itinerary,

✔️  Pokhara Hotel – Airport transfer in private vehicle,

✔️  Annapurna Conservation Entry Permit,

✔️  TIMS Permit,

✔️  ACAP permit fees.

✔️  All meals (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner – Veg) during your trip,

✔️  Nepal government license holder tour-trekking guide,

✔️  Wages, meals, accommodation, transportations, equipment, insurance and other facilities to the the staffs during the trip,

✔️  All types of rescue arrangements,

✔️  All kind of local and government TAX etc.

    PRICE EXCLUDES:

             ❌    Insurance that covers Trekking/Travel/Accident/Medical/Emergency evacuations,

             ❌  International airfares,

              ❌ Sightseeing entrance permits,

               ❌  Tips for the staffs and driver,

               ❌ Alcoholic & soft drinks,

                ❌  Personal expenses: shopping, laundry, trekking equipment, SIM Card etc.

                ❌ Nepal Visa fee,

                ❌ Cost raised by unpredictable cancellation, natural calamities, political situation, illness etc.

               ❌ Others expenses which are not mentioned above in PRICE INCLUDES section.

          PRICE ON CALL

 

 

ITINERARY:

 

DAY 01: Trip to Chandragiri

Enjoy your morning breakfast. Today we are going to have a full-day fun trip to Chandragiri.  It’s about 1 hour drive to reach Chandragiri Hills from Kathmandu. Chandragiri hill, the place to have a view of the Kathmandu valley and to have the impression of seeing all of Nepal. On a clear day, you can have a panorama of the magnificent Himalayan chains from Annapurna to Everest. Take a cable car ride to reach at the top of Chandragiri. Enjoy the scenic view along the way. Once you reach on top, visit the Bhaleshwor Temple, situated in the southwest side of Hills. Enjoy break taking views of the Himalayas. After that drive back to Kathmandu and have a comfortable overnight stay at Kathmandu.

Join on Holy Mount Kailash Yatra program or depature.

 

 

 

 TOUR COST INCLUDES:

✔️  01 Full day Chandragiri tour,

✔️  Chandragiri Cable Car tickets,

✔️  Mineral Water on board during the sightseeing tour,

✔️  All applicable taxes.

 

 TOUR COST EXCLUDES:

❌  Licensed holder tour guide during sightseeing, Entrance & monument fees, bar bills, Laundry bills, Tips, and all other expenses except those mentioned in the package are included heading. Baggage and personal expenses. Any other expenses due to political acts of nature or any other reason that are beyond the control of FishTail Travel or its associate agents.

 

PRICE ON CALL

 

 

 

 Itinerary

 Option A: Standard 2‑hr Morning Flight

  • Pick-up: 07:00 AM from your Kathmandu hotel; transfer to domestic terminal at Tribhuvan Airport
  • Take-off: Between ~07:15–08:00 AM, depending on weather.
  • Flight to lake (~30 min): Soar over Kathmandu Valley, lush hills, villages, and enter Langtang National Park.
  • Landing at Gosainkunda (4,380 m): Enjoy a 30–45 min stop—explore, perform puja or take a holy bath; breakfast or tea may be provided
  • Return flight (~30 min): Scenic return with Himalayan peaks views, landing back in Kathmandu by 09:00–10:00 AM
  • Drop-off: Transfer back to your hotel.

 Option B: Private Charter Add‑Ons
Common extras include longer lake stop (up to 45 min), Langtang Valley overflight, breakfast on-site, or flexible departure/return timing (up to 4 hrs. total).

 

Timing & Best Seasons

  • Morning departures (7–8 AM) are almost universal-minimizes cloud cover, maximizes visibility.
  • Ideal seasons: Spring (Mar–May) & Autumn (Sep–Nov) for clearer skies and scenic views
  • Winter: Lake may freeze; flights may be rescheduled for fog/snow- but can offer a winter wonderland glimpse
  • Monsoon (Jun–Aug): Cloudy, frequent cancellations—not recommended although valleys are lush.

  What to Bring & Prepare

  • Clothing: Warm, layered attire (windproof jacket, full sleeves, thermal wear); sunglasses, scarf, lip balm
  • Gear: Camera, sunscreen, permitted altitudes considered—carry personal insurance, park permit (~Rs 3,000)
  • Health: Optional acetazolamide for altitude; note limited time on ground reduces altitude sickness risk

 Local Insights

  • The helicopter route spans Kathmandu → Langtang villages → Gosainkunda → return. Be ready for rapid altitude gain (~3,000 m climb in 30 min).
  • Up to 108 alpine lakes surround Gosainkunda; many pilots factor in this for scenic value.
  • Some operators include hot tea or breakfast at the lake—check specifics when booking.

PRICE ON CALL

Nepal Mountain Flight Itinerary (1 Hour)

Starting Point: Tribhuvan International Airport (Kathmandu Domestic Terminal)

🕕5:30 – 6:00 AM: Hotel Pickup

🕖 6:00 – 6:30 AM: Check-in and Boarding

  • Arrive at the domestic terminal.
  • Check-in, get your boarding pass.
  • Get a seat by the window -everyone gets a window seat!

🕢 6:30 – 7:30 AM: Mountain Flight

  • The flight takes off and heads east along the Himalayas.
  • In clear weather, you will see:
    • Langtang Range
    • Mount Gauri Shankar
    • Melungtse
    • Mount Everest (Sagarmatha)
    • Lhotse
    • Makalu
    • Kanchenjunga (on very clear days)
  • The captain may invite passengers (one at a time) to the cockpit for a better view of Everest.

 

Photography Tip:

  • Carry a camera with a zoom lens.
  • The left side of the aircraft often offers the best views on the outbound leg.

🛬 7:30 – 8:00 AM: Return to Kathmandu

  • Land back at Tribhuvan International Airport.
  • Receive a certificate of flight from the airline (a nice souvenir).

🚌 8:00 – 8:30 AM: Transfer Back to Hotel

 

ü  What's Included:

✔️ Guaranteed window seat

✔️Hotel transfers

✔️Flight certificate

✔️In-flight commentary and map

PRICE ON CALL

PRE-YATRA: Janakpurdham Spiritual Tour (2 Days)

Day 1: Arrival at Janakpurdham

  • Arrival via flight (~30–45 min flight)

  • Visit:

    • Janaki Mandir

    • Ram Mandir

    • Vivah Mandap

    • Dhanush Sagar

  • Evening: Sita-Ram Aarti at Janaki Mandir

  • Overnight in Janakpur

Day 2: Janakpur to Kathmandu (By Flight )

  • Optional: Morning puja or visit to Dhanushadham

  • Travel to Kathmandu (~30–45 min flight)

  • Overnight in Kathmandu

What's Included:

✔️ Flight Tickets

✔️ Hotel transfers

✔️ 1 night stay at Hotel

✔️ Food on AP basis

PRICE ON CALL