TRIP OVERVIEW

Trip Facts
Destination	Tibet
Activity	Tours
Duration	11 Days
Accomodation	Hotel and Lodge
Group size	min 2 people
Best Season	Mar to Nov to Dec
Max Altitude	17060 ft. /5200 m.
Trip Code	PHJ-1002
Transportation	Royal Enfield
Grade	Moderate

Highlights of Everest Base Camp Motorbike Tour

Explore the ancient Tibetan Settlement and monasteries
Visit North Everest Base Camp (Tibet).
Experiences the high passes ride with beautiful prayers flags and Mani Walss.
Visit Rongbuk monastery, located at the highest elevation in the world.
Experience the world highest altitude motorbiking ride above 5,200 meters.

Everest Base Camp Motorbike Tour (11 Days) is one of the greatest two wheel experience in the world. The journey offers the barren tree less landscape of Tibet, beautiful Tibetan villages, devout Buddhism, nomadic herdsman grazing their yaks and cattle and backyard highest mountains of the planet. Riding yourself in Tibetan highway across the roof of the world is likely be the ultimate adventure that may be lifetime experience.

The journey starts from Kathmandu and cross Kerung border through Sabrubesi. The second day you will have short ride to Kerung Bazar which is about 2900 meter altitude where you will stay one night for acclimatize. The next day you will ride through the vast Tibetan plateau, enjoying the picturesque landscapes, crossing Tibetan villages and 5200 meters high passes reaches Tingiri. After Tingiri you will ride to Ronbuk where you will stay overnight and visit Everest base camp and back to Kathmandu on same routes.

This is our outline itinerary which you can customize as per your interest and requirements. If you want extend your motor biking itinerary, we have option of 14 days Kathmandu Lhasa Motorbike tour. We are operating both group joining and private motorbike tour to Everest base camp.

Motorbikes used during EBC Motorbike Tour

We have new 450 CC Royal Enfield Himalayan and 500 CC Royal Enfield classic motorbikes which are very powerful and comfortable for high altitude and long drive to Everest base Camp. We also provide other brands of motorbikes if your require brands of motorbikes are available in Nepal or in Tibet.

Riding your own motorbike in Tibet:-

Riding your own motorbike in Tibet is also possible. We need proper complete documents of your motorbike which you are bringing for Tibet tour. Once we get your documents we will issue the motorbike permits accordingly.

The Best Time To Go:-

Tibet's climate is favorable all year around for motorbike tour. Overall, the best time for Everest Base Camp Motorbike tour start from April to November. During this season you can enjoy the crisp air, deep blue sky, beautiful landscape and wonderful Himalayan Range. December, January and February are also good season for weather but due to the cold weather it is not recommended for bike riding.

Important Travel Tips: Month of March is not allowed for international tourists to visit Tibet due to the Tibet travel policy.

Day-wise Itinerary
Detailed itinerary for 11 Days Everest Base Camp Motorbike Tour

Day 01 : Arrival at Kathmandu (Elevation 1350 Meters).

Today you will travel to Nepal, a Himalayan Kingdom. Upon your arrival at the Tribhuvan international airport, Gateway Adventure Treks and Expedition representative welcomes you and assists to transfer in your hotel in Kathmandu. After time to get refreshed, evening you'll meet trip leader to brief about your trip.

Transport: Airport Pickup

Day 02 : Trip preparation for Tibetan visa and Kathmandu Sightseeing.

Today after breakfast we will start a guided City tour to few of the historical and spiritual attractions in Kathmandu valley. All of these landmarks are World Heritage Sites.

[Because we need at least 3 working days for final visa from Chinese Embassy. Today we apply your visa and get early hour on 3rd day so that we can start same day from Kathmandu.]

Overnight at Hotel in Kathmandu

Accomodation: Hotel
Meals included: Breakfast

Day 03 : Half day Bhakpatur Durbar square sightseeing and rest of the day for trip preparation.

Today we will explore the ancient city of Bhaktapur. We will explore the different attractions like Nyatapola Temple, The Golden Gate, 55 Windowed Palace and Pottery areas of Bhaktapur.
After Lunch we will get back to Hotel and we contine our trip preparation.

Accomodation: Hotel
Meals included: Breakfast

Day 04 : Ride Kathmandu to Shyabrubesi (Elevation 1,140 m) - 125 Km / 7-8 hours.

After you get your VISA from Embasy in Kathmandu, we will kick up our motorbike to Shyabrubesi.
Overnight at Hotel in Shyabrubesi.

Transport: Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 CC Motorbike.
Accomodation: Hotel/Lodge
Meals included: Breakfast

Day 05 : Ride Shyabrubesi to Kerung. Rest of the day acclimatization at Kerung (Elevation 2,750 m) - 42 KM - 3 Hours.

Today after breakfast, we will driveve 18 KM to Nepal and Tibet border. After necessary border formalities we will drive to Kerung 24 KM from the border. Rest of the day you will explore the local town of Kerung and no more drive for acclimatization for next day.

Accomodation: Hotel/Lodge
Meals included: Breakfast

Cost Includes
What you will get

All airport transfer as per the itinerary.
4 nights hotel accommodation in Kathmandu with twin shearing on BB basis.
Kathmandu Sightseeing tour by private vehicle with one professional English speaking guide.
Twin sharing accommodation in Tibet as per the itinerary on BB basis (Breakfast included).
One English speaking Tibetan Guide.
Tibet Visa Fee.
1 Support Jeep in Tibet.
1 Support Truck for whole trip.
Entry fees of mention places.
All necessary tibet travel permits.
Temporarily Chinese motor bike driving licence.
Each person 411 CC royal Enfield Himalayan or 500 CC Royal Enfield motorbike.
Portable oxygen cylinder in vehicle for emergency purpose.
1 Mechanic (Royal Enfield specialist) and his all expenses (food, accommodation, wages, visa, permits etc).
Spare parts (tube, wires/cable, bolts, light bulb etc) *Note: Charges may applicable for major parts damaged during bike rides (Insurance recommended)

Cost Excludes
What you wont get

Travel Insurance (must cover all risk undertaken including motor bike accidental damage cost).
Lunch and dinner during the whole trip.
Liquor beverages (hard and soft drinks).
Major spare parts cost.
Fuel for Motor bike.
Expenses of personal nature, phone calls, laundry etc
Gratuity to staff.

Tibet Visa and Travel Permit Information

All foreigners other than Chinese and Tibetan need to obtain Tibet visa and travel permit to enter the Tibet. Tibet travel permit is issued by Tibet Tourism Bureau. Tourist cannot apply their travel permit themselves. Tibet Bureau only accept application from registered travel agencies. Tibet permit or visa comes in paper, not in your passport. Once we get your confirmation email and necessary documents we will apply your permit and visa according to your travel dates.

(Note: It is very important that Tibet Travel permit and Tibet Visa is different. You can’t enter the Tibet just with Chinese Visa. Before entering Tibet you should obtain Tibet Travel permit.)

Documents required for Tibet visa /Permit

At least six month valid clear scan copy of your passport.
Chinese visa copy by email (For those travelers who are entering Tibet from mainland China)

You have to fill up a form Chinese Embassy Kathmandu with your latest passport size of a picture. For those who are Travelling from Nepal. Gateway Adventure Treks and Expedition will manage it).

Tibet Tourism Bureau takes one week time to approve the travel Permit. Sometime it take more than a week so applying your Tibet permit before 15 days Is safe way.

Diplomats passport holders, journalists, professional media photographer and government officials are Not able to issue their Tibet Travel permit through normal travel agencies. They are only able to get under the arrangement of foreign affairs.

Update on Visa Requirements for Entering Tibet

If you are a following citizen and passport holder, you can now enter Tibet with just a travel permit. You do not need a visa and wait more night in Kathmandu for Tibet visa processing.

Asia: Brunei, Malasiya, South Korea and Japan.
Western Europe: France, Germany, Italy, The Netherlands, Spain, Switzerland, Ireland, Belgium, Luxembourg and Austria.
Eastern Europe: Poland, Slovakia, Hungary, Bulgaria, Romania, Croatia, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Estonia and Latvia.
Southern Europe: Portugal, Greece, Cyprus, Slovenia and Malta.
Northern Europe: Norway, Finland, Denmark and Iceland.
Micro-states in Europe: Andorra, Monaco and Liechtenstein.
Oceania: New Zealand and Australia.

Booking and Payments

To book the Everest Base Camp Motorbike Tour, simply contact Gateway Adventure Treks and Expedition via our website or customer service for availability and detailed information. A 10% deposit is required at the time of booking to secure your spot, with the remaining balance due before the tour starts. Payments can be made through secure methods such as bank transfer, credit card, or online platforms. For cancellations or changes, Gateway Adventure Treks and Expedition provides clear guidelines, with partial refunds available depending on the timing. Be sure to review the booking terms and conditions to ensure a smooth process.

Last- Minute Booking

Though we recommend booking in advance to secure your spot on the tour, Gateway Adventure Treks and Expeditions accepts the last- minute bookings. For these bookings, full payment (100% of the tour price) is required at least 24 hours prior to departure. Please note that while we strive to offer flexibility, we cannot be responsible for any delays or unforeseen issues such as weather conditions or unavailable accommodations.

For last- minute bookings or inquiries, contact us at +977- 9851360663/ +977- 9802301060 or email us at info@gatewaytreks.com