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16-Day Spiritual Motorbike Adventure to Mount Kailash

Trip Facts

Motorcycle

Royal Enfield

Accommodation

Hotel/Lodge

Duration

15 days

Riding Hours

5-6 hrs

Difficulty

Moderate

Terrain

All

16-Day Spiritual Motorbike Adventure to Mount Kailash – Himalayan Motorbike Tour

Overview

The 16-Day Spiritual Motorbike Adventure to Mount Kailash is an extraordinary journey that combines the thrill of high-altitude motorcycle riding with Tibet’s profound spiritual energy. This Kailash Mansarovar Motorbike Expedition allows riders to traverse remote Himalayan roads, experience sacred monasteries, and witness pristine lakes like Lake Manasarovar.

Unlike conventional tours, this adventure offers:

  • Freedom to ride at your pace and explore off-the-beaten-path routes.
  • Immersive encounters with Tibetan culture and rituals.
  • Stunning high-altitude landscapes above 5,000 meters.
  • Adventure, spirituality, and cultural immersion in one transformative journey.

Highlights

  • Remote Himalayan Routes: Ride on trails inaccessible to conventional vehicles.
  • High-Altitude Adventure: Traverse thrilling mountain passes above 5,000 meters.
  • Cultural Immersion: Visit Tibetan monasteries, villages, and sacred sites.
  • Spiritual Pilgrimage: Circumambulate Mount Kailash (Kailash Parikrama) and experience Lake Manasarovar rituals.
  • Adventure with Safety: Guided tour with backup vehicles, mechanics, and oxygen support.
  • Photography Opportunities: Sunrise and sunset over snow-capped peaks, prayer flags, and high-altitude lakes.

Spiritual Significance

Mount Kailash

  • Hinduism: Abode of Lord Shiva; performing the Kora circumambulation purifies the soul.
  • Buddhism: Home of deity Demchok; a place for meditation and enlightenment.
  • Jainism: Site where Rishabhadeva, the first Tirthankara, attained Nirvana.
  • Bon Religion: Sacred spiritual center for rituals, meditation, and divine connection.

Lake Manasarovar

  • Sacred lake adjacent to Mount Kailash.
  • Pilgrims believe bathing in its waters purifies the soul.
  • Offers breathtaking views and spiritual tranquility for bikers.

Detail Itinerary

Day 1 : Arrival in Kathmandu

Food Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation Hotel
Elevation 1350
  • Meet and greet at the airport.
  • Brief introduction to the tour.
  • Overnight in Kathmandu.

Day 2-3 : Kathmandu Sightseeing & Tibet Visa

Food Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation Hotel
Elevation 1350
  • Explore Kathmandu Valley: Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath Stupa, Patan Durbar Square.
  • Motorbike briefing and test ride.
  • Tibet visa processing completed.

Day 4 : Kathmandu → Rasuwagadi (150 km / 7 hrs)

Food Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation Lodge
  • Ride through hilly and partially off-road terrain to reach Nepal-Tibet border.
  • Experience scenic Himalayan foothills.
  • Overnight at border guesthouse.

Day 5 : Rasuwagadi → Kerung (50 km / 2 hrs)

Food Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation Lodge
  • Cross Nepal-Tibet border.
  • Enter Kerung, a Tibetan border town with basic facilities.
  • Cultural interaction and local market exploration.

Day 6 : Kerung → Saga (230 km / 5 hrs)

Food Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation Guesthouse
  • Ride across high-altitude terrain to Saga.
  • Encounter barren deserts and rugged landscapes.
  • Overnight in local guesthouse.

Day 7 : Saga → Lake Manasarovar (370 km / 7 hrs)

Food Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation Guesthouse
  • Long ride to Lake Manasarovar.
  • Witness stunning views of Mount Kailash.
  • Optional evening rituals at the sacred lake.

Day 8 : Lake Manasarovar → Darchen (40 km / 1 hr)

Food Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation Guesthouse
  • Morning exploration of Lake Manasarovar surroundings.
  • Ride to Darchen, base for the 3-day Kailash Parikrama trek.

Day 9 : Darchen → Derapuk (18 km, 7 hrs)

Food Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation Teahouse

Experience sunset over Mount Kailash.

Day 10 : Derapuk → Juthulpuk (long walking day, 7-8 hrs)

Food Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation Guesthouse

Trek through valleys and high passes.
 

Day 11 : Juthulpuk → Darchen; ride back to Saga (260 km / 2 hrs)

Food Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation Guesthouse

Complete the spiritual circumambulation.

Day 12 : Saga → Kerung (230 km / 6 hrs)

Food Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation Lodge
  • Retrace the route to Kerung.
  • Scenic stops for photography.

Day 13 : Kerung → Kathmandu (128 km / 9 hrs)

Food Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation Hotel
  • Cross the border back to Nepal.
  • Return ride to Kathmandu.
  • Overnight in Kathmandu.
     

Day 14 : Free Day in Kathmandu

Food Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accomodation Hotel

Rest day or optional shopping.

Explore local culture and souvenirs.
 

Day 15 : Departure

Food Breakfast

Transfer to airport for onward journey.

What are included in my Package?

  • Motorcycle rental (Royal Enfield Himalayan, KTM, or BMW options).
  • Fuel, spare parts, and mechanic support.
  • Accommodation (3-star hotels in Kathmandu, guesthouses in Tibet).
  • Meals (Breakfast, lunch, dinner during trip).
  • All permits (Tibet Travel Permit, border permits, motorbike permits).
  • English-speaking guide and support vehicle.
  • Safety and medical support including oxygen if needed.

What are Excluded from my Package?

  • Personal expenses and souvenirs.
  • Travel insurance (mandatory recommended).
  • Optional activities outside the itinerary.
  • Departure taxes and entry fees not listed.

Recommended Motorbikes & Gear

  • Motorbikes: Royal Enfield Himalayan 450cc, KTM Adventure Series, BMW GS.
  • Gear: Full-face helmet, riding gloves, boots, jackets, windproof & waterproof clothing.
  • Accessories: GPS, power bank, first-aid kit, high-altitude medications.

 

Best Time for Tour

  • Spring (Apr-Jun): Moderate temperature, blooming landscapes.
  • Summer (Jul-Aug): Warmer, occasional rain.
  • Autumn (Sep-Oct): Clear skies, vibrant landscapes, ideal for photography.
  • Winter (Nov-Mar): Cold, snow, not recommended.

 

Safety & Altitude Management
Gradual ascent to avoid Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS).
  • Hydration: 4–5 liters water/day at high altitudes.
  • Emergency oxygen and first aid available.
  • Guides trained in high-altitude medical assistance.

FAQs

Moderate riding experience recommended for high-altitude Himalayan roads.

Yes, guided support and backup vehicles ensure safety.


Yes, Tibet Travel Permit, motorbike permit, and border permits included.

Spring (Apr-Jun) and Autumn (Sep-Oct) are ideal.

Yes, arrangements can be made; support may vary.


Yes, traditional Tibetan cuisine including Thukpa, Momos, and yak dishes.

Highly recommended due to high-altitude and remote areas.

High-altitude riding and Kailash Parikrama require moderate fitness.

Royal Enfield Himalayan, KTM Adventure Series, BMW GS.

3 days, covering approximately 52 km around Mount Kailash.

Yes, with prior riding practice and preparation.

Yes, for altitude emergencies and medical support.

Passport, Chinese visa, Tibet Travel Permit, and International Driving License.

Trained guides, support vehicles, and nearest medical facilities accessible.

Tibetan currency is RMB (Chinese Yuan); Nepal uses Nepalese Rupees (NPR).

Limited; backup fuel is provided for motorcycles.

2–7 hours depending on terrain and altitude.


Yes, for an additional cost.

Abundant: Mount Kailash, Lake Manasarovar, Tibetan villages, sunrise/sunset.


Recommended to strengthen cardiovascular endurance and altitude adaptation.

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