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CHINA-TIBET MOTORCYCLE TOURS

'Like Never Before'

Riding in china-tibet.

Crossing the border from Laos you initially still ride in the tropics. Roads are in good shape and many are newly built.

As we head north the mountains get higher and the roads have more curves. Each day we gain altitude and before you know it you are riding at +3’500 meters on the Tibetan plateau.

 Here the landscapes are magnificent, with huge open spaces, high snow-covered mountains, pristine lakes, and deep valleys. The riding is also about the journey!

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Scenery and Culture

China is vast. Off-the-scale massive. Wildly differing dialects and climates with topographical extremes it’s like several different countries rolled into one. Take your pick from the bazaars of Kashgar, a journey along the dusty Silk Road, or spending the night at Everest Base Camp Lhasa (the capital on the roof of the world).

 Three decades of round-the-clock development make some parts of the country completely unrecognizable from their more humble beginnings. Serve it all up according to taste: collapsing sections of the Great Wall, temple-topped mountains, villages that time forgot, languorous water towns, sublime Buddhist grottoes, and ancient desert forts. China’s diversity is second to none. Note that number four means bad luck and number eight good luck, once you are in China, the meaning of this will become clear.

Hospitality and FOOD EXPERIENCE

In China, there are very different concepts of personal space than those in the West. People will stand closer to you, sit closer to you and walk-in closer proximity to you than in the West. 

The word “friend” is used much more liberally in China than in the West. On the first meeting Chinese will often refer to someone as their “friend” if they wish the relationship to develop, or something beneficial to come out of the acquaintance. In other words, expect to make many friends while in China.

The Chinese live to eat, and with 1.4 billion food-loving people to feed, coupled with vast geographic and cultural variations in a huge land, the flavor profile, and ingredients used in the food change drastically depending on which region you visit. Overall most Chinese food is eaten with rice or noodles and consists of vegetables and meats that are cooked quickly at high temperatures. Tea originated in China and is often enjoyed plain with no sugar or milk added. 

In China, we use clean and comfortable international business hotels in the cities and charming boutique hotels in the countryside. All with leisure facilities.

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China motorcycle tours of The Middle Kingdom offers endless opportunities for exploration of its fascinating history and culture, breathtaking scenery and enchanting local people. The diversity of this vast and sprawling country’s historical heritages, cultural influence, architecture, cuisine and natural landscapes never run out. Tours cross mountainous terrain across Yunnan province to the holy Buddhist regions of Tibet and mystical Shangri-La.

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Tibet is an autonomous region of China, on the Tibetan Plateau on the northern side of the Himalayas. It is known worldwide as “ The Roof of the World ” for its towering peaks, including Mt. Everest which it shares with Nepal. The  capital Lhasa is the site of hilltop Potala Palace, once the Dalai Lama’s winter home. Also Jokhang Temple, Tibet’s spiritual heart, revered for its golden statue of the young Buddha.

Shangri-La or Xianggelila, is a city in Northwestern Yunnan Province, People’s Republic of China. It is administered by the Diqing Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, bordering Sichuan to the northwest, north, and east. The region is mountainous, beautiful and rugged and is home to a number of ethnic groups.

Forgotten Roads to Lijiang

Lijiang is a city in the northwest part of China’s Yunnan province. On a major trade route it was a commercial center in the 1300s. The old town features cobblestone streets, canals and Central Market Square with shops and restaurants. The Black Dragon Pool has spectacular views of the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain range

The Heritage Trail to Xian

Xi’an is a large city and capital of Shaanxi Province in central China. Once known as Chang’an (Eternal Peace), it marks the Silk Road’s eastern end and was home to the Zhou, Qin, Han and Tang dynasties’ ruling houses. At archaeological sites in Xi’an’s surrounding plains are the famed Bingmayong (Terra Cotta Army), thousands of life-size, hand-molded figures buried with China’s first emperor, Qin Shi Huang.

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Ride China specializes in quality guided motorcycle tours and self driving tours in China and neighboring countries. Ride your motorcycles along the Silk Road to China, over the Tibetan plateau to Mt. Everest Basecamp and the Great Wall. Ride China provides one stop service for round the world overlanders to travel across China.

12 DAY TOUR (Lhasa to Mt. Everest)

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Experience the fascinating Tibetan culture, the country and its customs, Buddhism, and mystical rituals on the roof of the world. Our adventurous Tibet motorcycle tour takes you along breathtaking mountain roads to the dramatic high plateaus of Tibet. Enjoy unforgettable views of the snow-capped Himalayan peaks as you ride across steppe and hilly landscapes, past Tibetan nomads, turquoise salt lakes, spiritual sites, and meditation caves deep in the Himalayas.

Discover the vastness of Tibet on winding passes beyond 5,000 meters above sea level. Get to know the most important monasteries, monuments and almost forgotten places in Tibet. Fulfill a lifelong dream and travel to the famous Mount Everest at an altitude of 8,848 meters and spend the night in an authentic monastery (Rongbuk) with a dramatic view of the Mount Everest summit. This is an adventure you will never forget! Join us on our Tibet motorcycle tour, experience all the highlights of Tibet, and enjoy an unforgettable motorcycle ride to Mount Everest Base Camp! Our Everest base camp motorcycle tour starts in Chengdu, the capital of Sichuan province – here you will take a domestic flight directly to Lhasa.

Tibet is acknowledged as one of the most mysterious and beautiful places in the world . Your Tibetan adventure is sure to be a remarkable experience that will stay with you for years to come. Traveling up in these beautiful mountains by motorcycle brings you close to the environment and its inhabitants; close to the nature of this huge place. For most riders, a trip like this will be the experience of a lifetime .

Tour Highlights:

• Lhasa exploration tour: the historic Barkhor Market, the magnificent Potala Palace (former residence of the Dalai Lama) and the Jokhang Temple (most important temple of the Tibetans), as well as the Drepung Monastery
• Visit to the Yerpa hermitage and the sensational Ganden monastery at 4,300 meters
• Visit to the Samye Monastery and the first castle in Tibet (Yumbulakhang)
• Breathtaking views of the highest mountains in the world: Cho Oyo (8,201 meters), Shisha Pangma (8,012 meters), Lhotse (8,561 meters), Makalu (8,463 meters) and of course Mount Everest (8,848 meters)
• Fascinating mountain roads, such as the 108 bends and hairpin bends and an unforgettable drive to Mount Everest Base Camp
• Overnight stay in the Rongbuk Monastery, near the Mount Everest Base Camp – at the foot of Mount Everest at an altitude of 4,900 meters
• Exploration of the Yamdrok Salt Lake shore at an altitude of 4,900 meters with unforgettable views
• Drive on the 5,220 meter high Gyatso La Pass and the 5,100 meter high Karo La Glacier Pass
• Visit to the Palcho Monastery (largest pagoda in Tibet) and the Gyangze Fortress, as well as the Tashilhunpo Monastery near Xigaze
• Explore the shores of Namtso Lake, one of the largest Himalayan salt lakes in Tibet at an altitude of 4,718 meters
• Discover the beautiful pastures and farms at an altitude of over 4,000 meters between Xigaze and Lake Natmso

Please be informed, that our tours are fully inclusive. So you can completely focus on your holiday, the adventure, the riding, and the incredible Tibet. There are no hidden costs or other surprises – our tour prices are final. All is paid. Come ride with us – the real deal !

Chengdu – Lhasa – Tsedang – Gyangze – Sakya – Mount Everest Basecamp – Shigatse – Damxung – Namtso Lake – Lhasa

(Distance:  2,000 km / 1.250 miles)

Day 1. Arrival in Chengdu

Day 2. Chengdu - Lhasa

Day 3. lhasa.

Day 4. Lhasa (130 km)

Day 5. Lhasa - Tsedang (160 km)

Day 6. tsedang - gyangze (320 km), day 7. gyangze - sakya (240 km), day 8. sakya - mount everest basecamp (230 km), day 9. mount everest basecamp - shigatse (330 km), day 10. shigatse - damxung (330 km), day 11. damxung - namtso lake - lhasa (260 km), day 12. lhasa - departure.

IMPORTANT NOTES

• Participants must be over 18 years of age, and in good health, and a motorcycle driving license is required to rent and ride motorcycles in Tibet.
• Please wear riding equipment as well as safety protectors meeting DOT international standards. The helmet, riding clothes, riding pants, riding gloves, riding boots, etc. are all required.
• Changing the assigned driver of any motorcycle is strictly prohibited. He (she) who violates this will be responsible for it if any accidents or damages are caused.

Please contact us if you need to book other itineraries or any other personal customized ones.

IMPORTANT HEALTH CONSIDERATIONS The participant with any of the following conditions should not travel to a high altitude area of more than 3,000 meters:

• Heart disease, arrhythmia, stage II hypertension, blood disease, cerebrovascular disease, or if the resting heart rate is significantly above 110 beats per minute.
• Chronic respiratory disease, moderate or severe obstructive pulmonary disease such as bronchial asthma, bronchiectasis, emphysema, active tuberculosis, or pneumoconiosis.
• Uncontrolled diabetes, epilepsy, or schizophrenia.
• Severe cold and upper respiratory tract infection, body temperature above 38 degrees Celsius, or below 35 degrees Celsius.

Patients who have been diagnosed with high altitude pulmonary edema, high altitude cerebral edema, high altitude hypertension, high altitude heart disease, and high altitude polycythemia.

VISA FOR TIBET (CHINA) First of all, please note that today it is irrelevant whether you refer to China. To facilitate the issuance of visas through a Chinese Embassy or Permanent Mission, it is best if persons with pre-booked travel arrangements submit along with their visa application a so-called “Visa Confirmation Letter” from the tour operator in Bejing responsible for the tour arrangements. We shall obtain the visa confirmation letter and forward it to you. The confirmation letter implies that the tour operator is responsible for you during your entire stay in China and eliminates further questioning by the Chinese Embassy. Please note that Chinese Embassies generally do not consider the exact travel dates but simply stamp visas valid for 3 months and entitling the holder to one single entry into China within these 3 months. Therefore, we will forward to you the visa confirmation letter approximately 1 ½ months before the start of the tour to ensure that the validity of your visa will extend beyond the length of your stay in China. Once you have received your visa confirmation letter, you should contact the nearest Chinese Embassy or Permanent Mission to obtain visa application forms, fill in the visa application forms in triplicate, attach one passport photo to each copy of the application form, and enclose a printout copy of the visa confirmation letter with the application. Please refer to the list of diplomatic missions of China for a list of all Chinese Embassies, Permanent Missions, and Consulate Generals.

REGISTRATION / DEPOSIT Due to the cumbersome logistics involved with obtaining all necessary permits and border formalities, we must impose the following conditions for registration of your participation in the tour:

• The deadline for the latest registrations is two months before the tour starts • Confirmation of your participation in the tour will only be confirmed against the payment of a 10% deposit (down payment) of the total tour price • First come – first served: the date of receipt of your deposit (down payment) will determine whose participation will be confirmed first. We will not confirm participation in the tour before receipt of your deposit.

We shall guarantee the departure of the tour with a minimum of 6 bikers and shall limit the maximum size of the group to no more than 15 bikes.

With your registration for the tour, we also need the following personal data from you:

Family Name(s) – as per passport: First Name(s) – as per passport: Passport Number: Nationality: Date of Birth: Passport Issue Date: Passport Issue Place: Passport Expiry Date:

Please note that to participate in this tour, you must have a valid international driver’s license for motorcycles over 500cc.

For inquiries or in case of any uncertainties, please contact us at [email protected]

FULL PREPAYMENT Because we shall have to fully prepay all suppliers far in advance, we require your full prepayment of the tour (minus the deposit) by the latest two months before the tour starts.

CANCELLATION FEES Please note that the following cancellation fees apply in the case that you are obliged to cancel the reservations for the tour at the last minute:

If cancellation is received: Fee (in % of the total tour price) 60 Days to 15 Days 30% of the Tour cost 30 Days to 8 Days 50% of the Tour cost 14 Days or less 100% of the Tour cost

We strongly recommend that you purchase individualized travel and/or medical insurance from any insurance company in your home market to prevent having to incur any unexpected medical or travel expenses.

INSURANCE – CHINA The participant carries full risk in case of an accident, regardless of whether the accident is caused by the tour participant or by a third party. Please bear also in mind that in the case of an accident, the adversary will most likely not be carrying any insurance coverage at all. Hence, the tour participant carries the maximum risk of 6,000 US$ in case of total damage to his/her motorcycle.

OPTIONAL Against the surcharge of 300 US$, we offer limited comprehensive insurance cover with a maximum liability/participation of 1.000 US$ (instead of 6,000 US$) for the participant in case of damage sustained to his/her motorcycle. For minor damage, we will collect the costs for repair at the end of the tour as it is easier to handle such minor cases on the spot. Tour participants who opt for a fully comprehensive insurance cover will also have to deposit 1.500 US$ in cash or credit card at the beginning of the tour.

It is also important to know that the participant is liable for damage caused to his/her motorcycle in the case of an accident caused by a third person. Third-party insurance in China generally only covers bodily harm caused to the third party and does not cover damage caused to the vehicle of a third party.

CHINA CURRENCY / CREDIT CARDS ATMs are not yet widespread in China, and only major hotels and sometimes upcountry accept the most common credit cards such as American Express and Visa. In many places, however, credit cards will not be accepted at all. Hence, it is useful to bring cash in US Dollars, preferably also in small denominations as many shops upcountry cannot easily provide change for a 100-dollar bill. You may also want to change some foreign currency into Chinese Renminbi (Yuan) as the Chinese only trade in their currency. When paying for something small with US Dollars, the change will most likely be rendered in the Chinese Renminbi (Yuan). This change, in turn, can be used again for buying a drink or for small tips, etc. Bringing traveler cheques is useless as only the Chinese Investment, and Commercial Bank (CICB) or the Chinese Foreign Trade Bank (CFTB) in Bejing would trade in these through cumbersome and time-consuming procedures. However, it is now possible to change US Dollars and even euros into local currency at most airports and many other places. We recommend changing some Chinese Renminbi (Yuan) already in your home country.

Tour Highlights: Potala Palace; Jokhang Temple; Barkhor Street; Yamdrok Lake; Karola Glacier; Tashilhunpo Monastery; Gyawu-La pass; Rongbuk Monastery; Namtso Lake; North Face Everest Base Camp

Day 2. Arrival in Lhasa

Day 3. Rest Day in Lhasa

Day 5. Lhasa – Tsedang (160 km)

Day 6. Tsedang – Gyangze (320 km)

Day 7. Gyangze – Sakya (240 km)

Day 8. Sakya – Mount Everest Basecamp (230 km)

Day 9. Mount Everest Basecamp – Shigatse (330 km)

Day 10. Shigatse – Damxung (330 km)

Day 11. Damxung – Namtso Lake – Lhasa (260 km)

Day 12. Lhasa – Departure

2024 Tour Starts | 13. Oct – 24. Oct |

2025 Tour Starts | 27. Apr – 08. May | | 12. Oct – 23. Oct |

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ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE 10-DAY BEST OF TIBET MOTORCYCLE TOUR

10-day best of Tibet motorcycle tour offers you the opportunity to ride through stunning Tibetan landscapes and visit the iconic Mt. Everest. Tibet is arguably one of the most mysterious and beautiful places in the world.

This journey is further enhanced by visits to some of Tibet’s most revered Buddhist locations. This include Jokhang Temple and Sera Monastery in Lhasa. Your Tibetan adventure is sure to be a remarkable experience that will stay with you for years to come.

OBS: YOUR CHINESE VISA MUST BE OBTAINED AT LEAST ONE MONTH PRIOR TO THE TOUR START IN ORDER TO ORGANIZE SPECIAL TRAVEL PERMITS TO TIBET.

POI: POTALA PALACE

The Potala Palace in Lhasa is located on what is called the red hill. It was built by King Songtseen Gampo during the seventh century.

POI: MOUNT EVEREST

Mount Everest means “the top of the head of the sky.” This is the highest peak of the Himalayas range and the tallest mountain on Earth. 

POI: NAMTSO LAKE

On Nov. 14, 2005, Namtso Lake was one of the most beautiful lakes in China. As reported by the Chinese National Geographic magazine.

10-DAY BEST OF TIBET MOTORCYCLE TOUR ITINERARY

Lhasa Exploration. Assist with obtaining your local motorcycle driver’s license. Enjoy the day exploring Lhasa on your own and acclimatizing further. Overnight in Lhasa. (3650 M)

Lhasa to Shigatse (365 KM). Ride to Shigatse, passing by the sacred Yamdrok Lake and Karola Glacier. Visit Gyantse en route. Overnight in Shigatse. (3800 M)

Shigatse to Tingri (240 KM). Visit Tashilhunpo Monastery, seat of the Panchen Lama. Ride to Tingri, surrounded by stunning landscapes. Overnight in Tingri. (4300 M)

Tingri to Everest Base Camp to Old Tingri (230 KM). Ascend to Gyawu-La Pass for breathtaking views of Everest and other peaks. Visit Rongbuk Monastery and reach Everest Base Camp. Ride to Old Tingri. Overnight in Old Tingri. (4300 M)

Old Tingri to Shigatse (300 KM). Retrace the route back to Shigatse, enjoying the pristine landscapes. Overnight in Shigatse. (3800 M)

Shigatse to Damxung (300 KM). Ride through the Tibetan Plateau, visit Yangpachen Hot Springs, and continue to Damxung. Overnight in Damxung. (4200 M)

Namtso Lake to Lhasa (240 KM). Explore the stunning Namtso Lake and then ride back to Lhasa via Damxung and Yangpachen. Return the motorcycles. Overnight in Lhasa. (3650 M)

Departure from Lhasa. Say farewell to Tibet and transfer to Lhasa airport for your flight back home.

Arrive in Lhasa, meet your guide, and transfer to the hotel (3650 M). Note: Altitude info for acclimatization. Follow safety guidelines and consult a medical professional for high-altitude travel.

Lhasa Highlights. Visit Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, and Barkhor Street. Overnight in Lhasa. (3650 M)

Lhasa Exploration. Get your motorcycle license and explore Lhasa on your own. Overnight in Lhasa. (3650 M)

Lhasa to Shigatse (365 KM). Ride to Shigatse, passing Yamdrok Lake and Karola Glacier. Visit Gyantse. Overnight in Shigatse. (3800 M)

Shigatse to Tingri (240 KM). Visit Tashilhunpo Monastery. Ride to Tingri amid stunning landscapes. Overnight in Tingri. (4300 M)

Tingri to Everest Base Camp to Old Tingri (230 KM). Ascend to Gyawu-La Pass for Everest views. Visit Rongbuk Monastery and reach Everest Base Camp. Overnight in Old Tingri. (4300 M)

Old Tingri to Shigatse (300 KM). Retrace the route to Shigatse. Overnight in Shigatse. (3800 M)

DAY 8 

Shigatse to Damxung (300 KM). Ride through the Tibetan Plateau, visit Yangpachen Hot Springs, and reach Damxung. Overnight in Damxung. (4200 M)

DAY 9 

Namtso Lake to Lhasa (240 KM). Explore stunning Namtso Lake. Ride back to Lhasa via Damxung and Yangpachen. Return motorcycles. Overnight in Lhasa. (3650 M)

Departure from Lhasa. Farewell to Tibet. Transfer to Lhasa airport for your flight home. 

10-DAY BEST OF TIBET MOTORCYCLE TOUR DETAILS

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✓ Small group sizes (Min 5 – Max 10)

✓ Professionnel Bilingual Tour Leader

✓ Local Guide and Support Vehicle

✓ 9 Nights accommodation in shared room (Upgrades available)

✓ All Breakfasts

✓ Base model Motorcycle Rental (Upgrades available)

✓ Fuel and Road Tolls

✓ Mandatory 3rd Party Liability Insurance

✓ Motorcycle Damage and Theft Liability Reduction Insurance

✓ Group Activities and Entry Fees

✓ Pre-tour Preparation Guide and Briefing

✓ Transfers to/from Lhasa International Airport (LXA)

✓ Up to 25% discount on riding gear and accessories from our partners Klim, Giant Loop and Mosko Moto

✓ MotoDreamer Apparel Gift

✓ All taxes

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✗ Personal paperwork, permits and visas

✗ Travel and evacuation insurance with cancellation coverage (Available from Global Rescue )

✗ Tips to staff

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This 10-day Best of Tibet motorcycle tour has been designed to offer a variety of natural and cultural highlights that provide an amazing travel experience. The itinerary calls for riders with touring experience. Thus, participants must possess an intermediate to advance skill level.

Tibet is culturally and spiritually rich and it possesses unparalleled natural beauty. Its ancient cultures can still be felt and seen throughout the plateau given that many regions within Tibet remain undeveloped. Hotels accommodation are moderate. Water can be scarce at times and electricity is not always reliable and/or available in all areas. Landslides, as well as rock and mudslides, occur from time to time during Tibet’s rainy season. This might affect the scheduled route and arrangements in general.

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◆ Introduction for China Motorcycling Tour by NAVO

Among the few professional tourism companies in China, NAVO runs adventurous tour and featured tour. We set up our business including motorcycling since 1993.

Among these adventure tours, motorcycling tour and self-driving tour and was developing as two of the most popular and classical activities of NAVO Tour. As one of the first travel companies organizing motorcycling tours and self-driving tours for foreign travelers, NAVO has been one of the most experienced and professional adventure tour companies in China in this field.

Our first self-driving group was from Germany. They drove their own vehicles through China in 1994. https://www.navo-tour.com/en/drive-own-vehicle/

Our first motorcycling group was also from Germany in 2004. https://www.navo-tour.com/en/motorcycling-tour/

With the assistance of NAVO, travelers can travel in China by their own private motorcycles, no matter what kind of motorcycle you use, two-wheeled, three-wheeled or four-wheeled motorcycle, we can help with the paperwork, permits and driver license processing etc. Moreover, a foreign-language-speaking tour guide from NAVO will escort you to during your motorcycling tour in China. As for some groups that ask for a leading car, NAVO will send the most hand-picked vehicle to serve the groups in line with their requirements. It is all up to the request of our clients.

◆NAVO Basic rules of organizing motorcycling tours

1. Tour guide The same as self-driving tours, based on the related laws and regulations of China, a tour guide is also required to accompany motorcycle group during the whole trip in China. 2. Local escort vehicle Different from self-driving groups, it is very difficult for motorcycle groups to offer a spare seat for our tour guide. So, in principle, we will arrange an escort car to carry the guide and assist the group. 3. Foreign escorting vehicle For big motorcycling groups, we suggest you to use your own escort vehicle. For small groups or solo riders, we suggest you to try to team up with other self-driving groups which are able to offer a spare seat for the guide, you can also share some costs with each other.

◆NAVO Basic steps of organizing motorcycling tours

If you have already understood and agreed with the above basic rules for foreign self-driving tour in China, it is great for NAVO to start to discuss and organize your foreign vehicle self-driving tour in China. Please note the basic steps as follow:

1. Contact NAVO and make out a practical itinerary. We hope you could contact NAVO as early as possible, then confirm some basic information about your self-driving trip in China, includes but not limited in tour duration, entry and exit ports/dates, group size, and some additional service for hotel reservation etc.; As mentioned above, please contact NAVO 2-3 months in advance before you arrive at China border.

2. Trip quotation and booking We will provide quotation accordingly, please pay 30%-50% as the booking deposit if you would like to reserve your trip with NAVO.

3. Paperwork preparation and processing While we received your deposit payment we will provide you the document list. Please send us all necessary documents follow the list then we will start to process the related paperwork. As mentioned before, the paperwork takes 1-2 months to be finished (depends on your travel route), so please be sure you have enough time to prepare all the documents which could send all documents to us at least 1-2 months in advance.

4. China entry process Please enter China as per the confirmed date. NAVO’s tour guide will meet you at the border on time and assist you to accomplish the border procedures accordingly.

Motorcycling tour is very professional and special in China. For more details about the rules, documentation, licenses processing etc. please contact us:  [email protected] ;  [email protected] ;  [email protected] ; Our professional motorcycling tour consultants will guide you step by step patiently. 

◆Share travel experience of NAVO

Please click here to see our tour albums! https://www.navo-tour.com/en/motorcycling-tour-to-china-gallery/ We promise every photo was from our group. Travel in China with your own motorcycles, contact the professional travel agency-NAVO!

◆ Overview of our motorcycling group records

The description of a part of NAVO past groups from all world which NAVO organized for Motorcycling tour in China is on the following:

First Motorcycling Tour organized by NAVO

According to the make of motorcycle:  First  BMW   Motorcycling Group: 2004. First  Suzuki  Motorcycling Group: 2011. First  Royal Enfield  Motorcycling Group: 2012. First  Yamaha  Motorcycling Group: 2013. First  KTM  Motorcycling Group: 2013. First  Honda  Motorcycling Group: 2013. First  Triumph  Motorcycling Group: 2013. First  Haley Davidson  Motorcycling Group: 2014. First  Mercedes-Benze  Motorcycling Group: 2015.

According to the nationality of client: First  German  Group: 2004 First  British  Group: 2009. First  American  Group: 2011 First  Italian  Group: 2011 First  Swiss  Group: 2011 First  Austrian  Group: 2011 First  Canadian   Group: 2011 First  Swedish  Group: 2011 First  Australia  Group: 2011 First  Belgian  Group: 2012 First  Dutch  Group: 2012 First  New Zealand  Group: 2013 First  French   Group: 2013 First  Chilean   Group: 2013 First  Malaysian  Group: 2013 First  Norwegian   Group: 2013 First  Lithuanian   Group: 2013 First  Singaporean   Group: 2014 First  Thai   Group: 2014 First  Polish   Group: 2014 First  Latvian   Group: 2014 First  Russian  Group: 2014 First  Czechic   Group: 2015 First  South African  Group: 2015 First  Indonesian   Group: 2015 First  Israeli   Group: 2015 First  Jordanian   Group: 2015

To be continued…

◆Well-known Group Organized by NAVO and had been reported both inside China and all over the world

8. 2015 French: Season 2- Love in heart-Unique Tuk Tuk drive around world

If you constantly concern our well-known group, you may find that on end of 2013, we’ve organized a local Tuk Tuk long journey to France group and assist for their China section: 3 French young men, after finish their volunteer work in Laos, they processed this wonderful journey under Children of the MeiKong’s subsidization. The purpose for that journey is to disseminate love and charity. On end of 2015, another 3 French young men made the similar trip from Laos to France with another Made-in-Thailand Tuk Tuk. NAVO is glad to help them through China and we extend our love together them!

Photo: https://www.navo-tour.com/en/motorcycling-tour-to-china-gallery/

7. 2015 US & International: The Epic Journey

Combined by 11 motorbike and 1 support car, totally 17 members from America, Latvia, UK, France and Indonesia respectively. They started the journey from Riga, and ride through Latvia, Estonia, Russia, Kazakhstan, Mongolia, then entered China in the early of Sep via Erenhot border, after that, ride through Beijing, Guoliang Tunnel, the Silk Road, and then toward the southeast and feel the ethnic cultured in Guangxi. Final end the tour in Hong Kong. The Epic Journey cost 69 days (34 days in China), nearly 13,000 miles in total.

6.2015 UK & International: Ace to Ace, From London to Beijing

The famous locomotive culture site, London Ace Café was extended and enter into Beijing, China. To promote and support this event, a UK well-known riding group create and organize a significant expedition: motorcycling from London to Beijing as Ace to Ace Event. This exceptional 12 week motorcycle expedition traverses the fabled Silk Road across a formidable expanse of territory, with a rich tapestry of cultures to uncover and extraordinary roads to ride. 14 motorbikes take the road less travelled, through countries where tourism is only in its infancy.

Riding for 80 days of 19300km they finally arrived at Beijing on July, 2015. It’s honored for our NAVO to involve in such splendid event for China section again: the Tibetan Plateau and the route to Everest, Eastern China of the Giant Pandas, Terracotta Army and Great Wall.

5. 2013 French: Love in heart-Unique Tuk Tuk drive around world

On September, a local Tuk Tuk made in Thailand was going to a long journey. This is a special self-driving group: 3 French young men, after finish their volunteer work in Laos, they processed this wonderful journey under Children of the MeiKong’s subsidization. The purpose for this journey is to disseminate love and charity.

There is few group of Tuk Tuk all over the world. The “Tuk Tuk” was made in Thailand. They started at Cambodia, entered from Mohan border of Yunnan, China. After cross the most part of China they leave from Horgos border of Xinjiang-China, they will continue to Kazakhstan, and finally returned to France via Eurasia. The China Part was organized and assisted by NAVO Tour. This is also the first Tuk Tuk driving group organize by NAVO recently years.

After organized the group type of sedan, classical car, RV&Truck, motorcycle, electric, gas, and fire engine, the Tuk Tuk group update NAVO Tour’s group type list. NAVO is also looking forward to new and magical group type.

Photo: https://www.navo-tour.com/en/2013-mohan-horgos-en-pousse-pousse/

4.2013 International: Chasing the Dream-Motorcycling group via Eurasia

A large-scale riding group, who is the first one from Paris to Beijing, entered China through Torugart (China – Kyrghyzstan border) on July. It consists more than 50 participants and about 8 nationalities are involved (French, German, Swiss, Swedish, Norwegian, Italian, Belgian, American etc.). The group ride along the famous Sill Road and final arrived in Beijing.

We’re very glad that NAVO once again takes part in such magnificent trip by arranging all processes in China part, assists and helps all the heroes complete their epic expedition with our experienced and professional service.

Photo: https://www.navo-tour.com/en/2013-rallye-moto-sur-la-route-de-la-soie/

3.2013 Malaysian: Witness on world records creating

The world endurance tour and challenge by 5 experienced Malaysian international riders to Create A New World Record on two wheels round the globe that spans 33 countries, 201 days and a journey of 45,500 km. This adventure active was sponsored by the Malaysia Prime Minister.

NAVO Tour as the operator of China part arranged all the process and helped them experience in China. In July, they leaved from Chengdu and head to Beijing. NAVO is glad to participate in such great journey which can make a new world record.

Photo: https://www.navo-tour.com/en/malaysia-bmw-motorcycle-riding-trip-2013/

2.2011 International: Motorcycling-Discover China, discover our earth

A large group drove their motorcycles crossing China from Yunnan to Xinjiang province along part of famous Silk Road for 21days.The member of the group came from USA, Germany, New Zealand, British and other European counties, totally 21 motors.

Photo: https://www.navo-tour.com/en/discover-china-discover-our-earth/

1.2006 France: “Modern Forrest Gump” running across the Eurasian

(Trans-Eurasia; Paris-Shanghai-Tokyo, 19097.3KM; 260 Days, 17 hour, 52 minute) Serge Girard is known as the French Modern Forrest Gump after making the Running record. Dozens of media cover this Tour. And the mainstream media CCTV (China Central Television) also made three special reports. December 18, 2005, Serge Girard started from Paris, France, and began the great journey across the Eurasian continent. He entered China with his team (Including saloon car and a French SUV) on April 28, 2006 from Xinjiang Kashi to China. 77 days of uninterrupted running through China: Xinjiang – Gansu – Shaanxi – Henan – Anhui – Jiangsu after he ended in the July 12, 2006, Shanghai for the China section. At the same time, 2-French vehicles from the Shanghai port shipping exit. The left section is from Paris to Shanghai, and then to Tokyo, the whole 19097.3 KM. Total time 260 Days and 17 hours 52 minutes. During the China section, NAVO did the recce for the project in Xinjiang in 2004 and Tibet in 2005, and arrange the 2 support vehicles self-driving in China 2006.

Photo: https://www.navo-tour.com/en/mr-serge-gerardrunning-from-paris-to-tokyo-via-china/

The propositional itineraries of motorcycling tour in China:

Riding China from Kashgar-Qinghai-Mohan (22 days)

Riding China from Mohan – Erenhot (17 days)

Riding China from Mohan-Chengdu-Xi’an-Horgos (24 days)

Riding China from Erenhot-Chengdu-Mohan (18 days)

China and Tibet Motorcycle Rentals and Tours

China isn’t at the top of most motorcycle travellers’ to do lists because you can’t take your own bike into the country without an expensive compulsory guide. But if you’re joining a tour there you don’t have that problem. Here’s a selection of great companies offering rides there.  

Motorcycle Rental and Tour Companies in China and Tibet.

Please contact the companies listed on this page directly for more information.

Ride China Motorcycle Tours

“Ride China has served over one thousand happy motorcyclists since 2012. Our incredible tours are unique, well paced, safe and affordable. We’re also a one-stop agent helping overlanders transit China as well as running tours for adventure travellers who want to cross China on their own motorcycles.” 

• Motorcycle tours in China including Yunnan tours. 
• Motorcycle tours in Tibet including Mount Everest Tour. 
• Motorcycle tours crossing China including Mongolia to Thailand a huge range more.
• Transit through China for overlanders. For this service, Ride China provide all paperwork, customs broker services, guides and support for overlanders who want to ride or transit through China with their own motorcycles. 

Rental and Tour bikes: Ride China use a selection of motorcycles for their tours including the KOVE 500X, KOVE 800X and Triumph Tigers.

Rental prices: Starts from 80USD per day with top and side boxes.

Tours prices: 200-300USD per day.

Insurance: Basic insurance is included.

Kit availability:  Kit rental is not offered, but they do have used gear you can use for free. 

Check out Jah’s guide to transiting China with a motorcycle . 

Tibet Easy Rider

“Tibet Easy Rider is the only official BMW motorcycle rental and tour company in Tibet. We have our own travel company and are dedicated to offering you an incredible experience of riding to Everest.”

Services: Tibet Easy Rider offer BMW motorcycle rentals, tours, airport pick-up and drop-off, accommodation, support van for luggage and pillion passengers, local guides, a lead rider, mechanic, all permit applications, all attraction entrance tickets, oxygen and other basic medicine, drinking water and snacks and insurance for both motorcycles and riders. Tibet Easy Rider take care of all these services so you can focus on riding, while they take care of everything else. 

Rental and Tour bikes: They currently have a fleet of six BMW F800 GS, six BMW R1200 GS, one F750 GS and one R1200 GS ADV. Altogether 14 motorcycles, so the maximum size of a customers in a group is 12 riders.

Rentals only: You can rent motorcycles from Tibet Easy Riders without going on a tour, but will need will need to find another tour agent in Tibet. The law in Tibet doesn’t allow foreigners to travel by themselves. You must always be with a local travel agent. 

Tours and prices: The most popular tour is the 10-day ride to Mount Everest on BMWs. The price is around 2,500 USD for a group of eight riders. For an accurate costing, get in touch with Tibet Easy Rider and quote Mad or Nomad for a discount. 

Travel arrangements: Tibet Easy Rider is based in Tibet, China. You will need to fly to Lhasa airport and a van will be waiting to pick you up and will drop you back once your tour is over. 

Insurance: Full motorcycle insurance is included in the price.

Kit availability:  A range of helmets and clothes are stocked in their office, but it’s in Asian sizing so is less likely to fit European and American riders. It’s best to take your own gear. 

Hearts & Tears Motorcycle Club

“Hearts & Tears is a Nepal based motorcycle touring company who live and breathe the Himalayas. From years of experience we know how to strike that fine balance of adventure, personalised experiences, culture/tradition, epic riding, fun nights, and ‘oh my god this is freaking awesome’ vibes, all whilst ensuring a professional, genuine, and honest approach to everything we do.”

Services: Guided motorcycle tours. Hearts & Tears offer fixed departure packaged tours and also custom packaged tours.

Touring bikes: The Royal Enfield Himalayan is their main touring bike. They also have the Royal Enfield Classic and 250cc enduro bikes in their fleet. 

Tour prices: Prices are from US$1,720 (£1,245) /rider for an all inclusive 7-day tour. Please see the website for full details.

Insurance: Yes.

Kit availability: Yes. Included free of charge.

Quick Facts on China Motorcycle Rentals and Tours

Compulsory guide required. Check for current prices

Money: ATMs can be found throughout China. 

Currency:  Yen.

Food: £15 per day on average.

Accommodation:  £20 per day on average. 

The best time to ride a motorcycle in China.

The best time to join a motorcycle tour in China is in Autumn and Spring. 

Visa, insurance and motorcycle licence

Visa: Visa requirements are dependent on your nationality. Please visit the country’s government website for visa information. 

Driver’s licence: You need a valid motorcycle licence to legally rent a motorcycle or join a tour. If you risk riding without the correct licence, then not only will you be breaking the law, but your insurance will be invalid too. 

International Driver’s Permit: An IDP is a requirement for many countries. The UK Gov website lists every country that requires one and which IDP is required. 

Insurance:  Motorcycle insurance needs to be checked with the rental or tour company. Ask what they offer, what’s included and what the legal requirements are. 

You should purchase personal travel insurance separately from your home country before travelling. 

Capital: Beijing Country code: +86

Emergency: 119

Language: Mandarin 

Time: GMT+9 

Land Mass: 9.597 million km²

The best motorcycle riding routes and attractions

The Great Wall of China is a must. 

Most motorcycle travellers visiting China will plan a route to Tibet to visit Mount Everest.

Flying in/out

The best airport to fly into and out of

Beijing or Lhasa airport.

FAQs on China Motorcycle Rentals and Tours

No, sorry. Mad or Nomad do not offer any rentals, tours or services. Please contact the companies listed on this page directly. 

This page displays motorcycle rental and tour companies from around the world. We do a lot of research into these companies before adding them and speak to the managers and owners. Many of the companies we have also used in the past or have met the owners while travelling.

While we have collected them all together in one place for your ease, we take no responsibility in your business with them. We’re simply showcasing companies in one easy-to-use place and are not involved with your dealings with them. Any business you have with these companies is at your own risk. We will not be held liable or responsible in any way.   

The best time to go on a motorcycle tour in China is Autumn and Spring. 

As China is such a huge country and you have the option of also riding in Tibet, tour prices can vary dramatically – especially considering you need a guide to accompany you. Contact the companies listed on this page directly for more info. 

Take a video on your phone of the entire bike, do a walk around and film the condition of the chain, fairings, tyres, any bumps, dents and scratches. By doing so, you can’t get caught out and blamed for something you didn’t do when you return it.

Check the wheel bearings, chain, oil, coolant, brakes, clutch and that the handlebars are straight. Tyres need a decent amount of tread and should be suitable for the terrain you’re riding in. Take it for a short test ride and don’t feel pressured or rushed. Go with your gut and if there’s anything that catches your eye, speak to the owners immediately.

This is down to personal preference, where you’re riding and what’s available. If you’re renting or joining a motorcycle tour in the States and you’re going to be primarily on road, then you may want to opt for a big touring bike. If you’re headed to rural or mountainous countries and are going off-road in Central Asia for example, then go for a mid-weight single-cylinder. 

We usually find lighter and cheaper rental bikes are better because they’re less stress, you don’t have to worry about dropping them all the time, are easier to fix and more fun.

For more info on choosing the right motorcycle for your trip, have a look at the below guide and also check out the adventure bikes page too. 

• How to Choose Your Adventure Motorcycle
• Adventure Motorcycle Guides

We recommend lightweight and comfortable gear suitable for the climate you’re travelling in. If you’re heading to a particularly cold place, then go for Gore-Tex pro laminate. 

But, the best all-round option is ventilated, light and comfy adventure bike gear. Take the thermal and waterproof liners out and leave them at home. Take a cheap pair of waterproof throwovers and a compressible down jacket that can be stuffed into a small bag. You can use both items as layering if it’s cold and rainy and they double up when off the bike and will reduce the amount of gear you have to take with you in your luggage. 

It’s always better to take your own bike gear over renting or using kit from the rental company. You know your own stuff fits, works and is comfortable – especially your helmet. The last thing you want is to get a few days into your trip and get a headache from a tight lid. 

Check out our riding gear article for more info on how to choose the right clothing and the guides section for our recommended kit. 

• How to Choose Your Adventure Riding Gear
• Adventure Bike Riding Gear Guides

Contact the rental or tour company and ask what luggage the bike comes with. Your bike might come with soft bags, hard boxes, a top box or nothing at all. 

You can often leave the gear you don’t want to take with you on the trip at the rental or tour company’s headquarters. So you can travel on a plane with a larger kit bag and just take the bag and gear you need on the bike. 

The type of luggage you need depends on the type of trip you’re on, how much off-roading you’re doing and how long you’re going for. 

A good option is to go for a waterproof duffle bag and a pair of Rok Straps as this type of luggage setup can be fastened to any bike’s pillion seat and you don’t need racks. And take an additional small and light rucksack for your important gear (camera, passport etc) so you don’t have to worry about it when off the bike. 

For more info on choosing your motorcycle luggage, check out our guide page below.

READ MORE: Adventure Bike Luggage Guides

Companies may offer motorcycle insurance as an optional extra, include it in the price or not offer it at all. This again depends on the country you’re riding in. 

It’s worth getting insurance if you can and ask what the excess is as you will usually be liable for damage to the bike. 

Motorcycle insurance is separate from personal travel insurance. This is incredibly important and you need to be very careful when choosing your personal insurance policy because the fine print often won’t cover you for bikes over 125cc, renting, touring or using a bike as your main mode of transport.

Check out our Admin section as you’ll find detailed guides on personal insurance, paperwork and safety on the road. 

READ MORE: Admin Guides

Read more on Motorcycle Travel in China and Tibet.

Thanks for checking out our China and Tibet Motorcycle Rental and Tour Companies post. We hope you found what you were looking for. Here’s a few more articles on motorcycling in China and Asia that we recommend you read next. 

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Tibet is arguably one of the most mysterious and beautiful places in the world. Our exclusive motorcycle tour offers you the opportunity to ride through stunning Tibetan landscapes while enjoying views of iconic landmarks such as Lakes Yamdrok and Namtso as well as Mr. Everest. This journey is further enhanced by visits to some of Tibet's most revered Buddhist locations including Jokhang Temple and Sera Monastery in Lhasa. Your Tibetan adventure is sure to be a remarkable experience that will stay with you for years to come.

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Our yunnan motorcycle tour is hands down, one of the most amazing adventure motorcycle tours you will ever experience..

Chiang Mai, Thailand - Tibet border, China (4,500 km - all tarmac road) - 13 days - USD$ 5,295  (All inclusive).

After scouting China, we were the first offering China motorcycle tours .

We have ridden this many many times and it never gets dull. After riding hundreds of thousands of km's throughout Asia, this china motorcycle tour is hands down the best overall riding experience you will find in the region.

Why? - Not only do you daily have fantastic Himalayan roads with mountain passes, riding  up around 4,000 meters. At the end of every day, you have  huge, sophisticated Chinese cities filled with ancient history,  quality food and nostalgia. It's an unbeatable formula for the best motorcycle riding experience you can possibly have!

Having ridden this area extensively, we've managed to put this  4,500km riding tour together into a 13 day programme, designed for people who like to ride great roads.

Thailand to China motorcycle tours

We’ve keep this China motorbike tour under 2 weeks and still include Tiger Leaping Gorge, Shangri-La & the Tibet border. This MotoAsia tour starts in Chiang Mai, briefly passes through Laos & then enters China, looping back to Chiang Mai, Thailand.

We can offer a China motorbike tours into Sichuan/Shezuan province too. Click here to see the 19 day Szechuan/ Yunnan loop.

Also check out our new Tibet motorcycle tour to Everest Base Camp that starts in Lhasa, Tibet in the following link: Click here for Everest Base Camp Motorcycle Tour

The best China motorcycle tour loop you can do.

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Immigration formalities: Thailand: Visa on arrival (G7 30 days/ other nationals 14 days) Laos:  Visa on arrival China:  Visa needed in advance from Chinese consulate

What is included – All hotels – All meals – Motorcycle – Fuel – Support vehicle for China – Chinese guide for China – 3rd party liability insurance for Thailand/ China – Permits & Chinese driving license – Customs border clearence fees

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The Silk Road China Motorcycle Tour Xining Airport departure

The Silk Road – ride your motorcycle and travel hundreds of miles along this unique historic route. Kashgar – the pearl of the Silk Route, an amazing city where Central Asia merges with China, where Uighurs, Uzbeks, Han, Mongolian and Kyrgyz come together to create a unique atmosphere. The Taklamakan Desert – riding on the old off-road tracks, over the huge sand dunes of Asia’s wildest desert The Great Wall of China – an icon for the Chinese nation and culture Gobi Desert – the fifth largest desert in the world.

Day by day itinerary

DAY 6, Dunhuang (rest day) In the morning visit the dunes of Dunghuang and enjoy special activities such as camel riding, quad biking, 4x4 rides and even ultra light aircrafts. After lunch you can adventure in the mountain of San Wei or visit the Mogao Caves. Also known as the Caves of the Thousand Buddhas , The Mogao Caves contain some of the finest examples of Buddhist art in the world. Every since the monks opened the first cave in Mogao, San Wei Mountain has become an important religious centre. The Silk-road Dunhuang Hotel is the place we always choose for accommodation during our stay in Dunhuang.

DAY 9, Turfan (rest day) The Flaming Mountains region is the hottest place all over China and you can see it on the right side on the way to Turfan. Jiaohe Ruins are located near the city of Turfan and they belong to an ancient city that used to be the economic, political, military and cultural centre of the area. How do the local Uigurs get their precious water? KAREZ – the total 5400 km long Karez in Xinjiang area is one of the biggest underground irrigation works all over the world. A survey of the Imin Minaret, a memory of the friendship between the Uigurs and The Han, has been built in 1771. Blocked with a strong Uygur style brick tower, it’s has the unique architectural style know as the “domestic only”.

DAY 12, Ruoqiang - Huatugou (350km) Today will be another exciting day! We will leave Xinjiang province to Qinghai Province by crossing A-erh-chin Mountains . A-erh-chin Mountains, with average of 3000m – 4000m altitude are separating the eastern Tarim Basin from the Tibetan Plateau, offering incredible rides and breathtaking sceneries. The Asbestos Mine, the biggest asbestos mine all over China, locates the boundary between Xinjiang and Qinghai Province. Once we cross the A-esh-chin Mountains, the wide land of Salt Lakes opens its self to us. Breakfast: 8:00/ Departure Time: 9:00/ Lunch: 13:00（Picnic)/ Arrive Time: 18:30

DAY 14, Golmud - Dulan (290 km) A very relaxing day – riding on good paved roads. Still you will need to pay attention on the speed because there are always police controls on the road. Reach Dulan, where more than 1,000 Tubo tombs have been found, proving that the area served as an important relay point on the Qinghai route. Researchers have discovered leather shoes, Tibetan wooden manuscripts, painted or wooden-carved animals. Breakfast: 8:30/ Departure Time: 9:30/ Lunch: 13:00（Picnic)/ Arrive Time: 15:00

Day 15, Dulan - Xining (428km) Ride challenging mountain routs on the way to Xining – the capital of Quinghai province. The place is inhabited by many ethnic groups – the Han, Hui, Tu, and of course Tibetans. We will stop on the way to Xining to visit Qinghai Lake, the most famous lake of Qinghai province and the largest inland and salt water lake in China. Accommodation in Xining. Breakfast: 8:00/ Departure Time: 9:00/ Lunch: 12:00 (Picnic)/ Arrive Time: 19:00 Day 16, Xining With a lot of memories say good bye to the Silk Road. Transfer to Xining Airport for the return flight.

Prices & Departure

Price is based on two people sharing a double room. *price in £ and $ for guidance only, all payments will be taken in €. ** Minimum group for departure – 6 motorbikes

Prices includes: Services of an English speaking guide and Chinese assistance, Health and repatriation insurance, Chinese driver’s license, permits Accommodation: 1 night in a 5* Hotel, 9 nights in 4* hotels and 4 nights in 3* hotels. Transportation : transfers from/to Airport, motorcycle rental, gasoline Meals : 14 breakfasts, 13 lunches and 14 dinners.

Not included: flights, airport taxes, visa fees, alcoholic drinks, personal equipment. The tourist attractions are mentioned as recommendations only and are not included in the price.

The rides will take between 6 and 10 hours/day on bikes. This route can be completed on a motorcycle with passenger. Support car available as alternative travel option for the pillion for off-road stretches. Please bring your own protective gear: helmet, riding boots, jacket, gloves, etc.

A cash deposit of € 1500 will be required for bike damage security or loss of accessories. The amount will be refunded at the end of the programme should the bike be returned on time, undamaged and with a full fuel tank. Please note that the insurance does not cover damages made on the equipment (suitcases, top case and navigation).

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Go east, young man – eastern tibet and the ride to everest base camp.

Until recently, the roads descending from the Tibetan plateau to the province of Yunnan via the eastern Himalayas were off limits to foreigners. On our new Tibet Motorcycle Tour, you can look forward to the finest views of the world’s highest mountain, the cultural highlights of Tibet, remote mountain roads, undiscovered wilderness on the banks of the Mekong, snow-covered Himalayan peaks, deep evergreen forests, and of course endless winding roads and beautiful mountain passes. Be one of the first!

Trans Tibet Motorcycle Tour – Through Tibet with Everest Base Camp

Discover the highlights of the Roof of the World, Tibet’s ancient culture and mystical religion on this spectacular experience in the saddle! Our Tibet motorcycle tour will take you along bendy mountain roads to the vast open spaces of the Tibetan Plateau, icy Himalayan peaks, the steppes of the Tibetan nomads, the sacred azure-blue Namtso and Yamdrok salt lakes, and to hermitages, meditation caves and other spiritual sites deep in the Himalayas. On this Tibet bike tour, we tackle dizzying 5,000-meter passes, visit the most important of all Tibetan monasteries and monuments, and explore remote, half-forgotten places. The veritable king of mountains – 8,848-meter Everest – and spending the night at Rongbuk Monastery are highlights of a bucket-list adventure you’ll never forget.

Tibet – Yunnan Motorcycle Tour along East Himalaya

Curves, Adventures and the fascinating landscape of East Tibet.

You are looking for your next big adventure, for impressive Landscapes, lovely routes and new cultures, which you want to explore directly from your Motorbike seat? Then we have the perfect solution for you. Our East Himalaya Tibet Motorbike Tour.

West Tibet Motorcycle Tour

Explore the breathtaking landscape and culture of Tibet on this unforgetable West Tibet Motorcycle tour to the mount Kailash and Everest Basecamp. This West Tibet Motorcycle Tour leads you through the sparsely populated highlands of Tibet – the world of the nomads. Gain insight into the fascinating life of the tibetan and it’s culture. Your West Tibet Motorcycle Tour starts in the colourful capital city Lhasa with it’s fascinating temples and markets. It brings you moreover to the wild landcape, icecold and clear lakes, past the snowcapped mountains, through green grasslands and deep gorges.

At the Roof of the World China Motorcycle Tour

We will cross the Tibetan Eastern Himalayas and are riding through the four provinces Yunnan, Sichuan, Gansu and Qinghai. The always sinuous mountain roads will lead us through exciting changes in culture and landscape, changes that are so manifold and high in contrast that it is like driving through a whole continent. We will discover the graslands of the nomads, will crisscross through sand and stone deserts, go up over the highest passes of the Himalayas and down along the longest rivers of asia, the Yangtze and famous Yellow river. The adventure will begin in the mega metropolis of Shanghai and will end at one of the biggest salt lakes of the world: Qinghai lake, before heading back to Shanghai.

Adventure Tibet: Grand Tibet Circle with Lhasa and Everest Base camp

This motorcycle tour is your intense Tibet experience, that will not leave you untouched. We will explore the manifold and breathtaking landscapes of the Tibetan high plateau, submerging into this vivid and traditional culture and get very close to Buddhism. First we ride east into the historical region of Kham, where steep and wooden gorges are waiting to overwhelm us. Through Yarlung valley we go, the cradle of Tibetan culture, where the oldest monasteries stand. In the direction of Everest base camp we will be soon surrounded by high plateaus, the world´s highest peaks and azure salt lakes.

Grand Tibet Loop – Through Central Tibet and Everest Base Camp

Discover the very best of Tibet: hilly Nomad grassland, vast lakes, ancient culture, old towns and monasteries, and snow capped mountains at Mt. Everest Base Camp. This adventure brings you to the most stunning cultural and natural highlights of Tibet as well as remote countryside roads, off the beaten track temples, and high altitude mountain passes where the air gets thin.

Southwest China (Dali-Chengdu) Motorcycle Tour across the Eastern Himalaya

This motorcycle tour shows you the impressive Tibetan, Chinese and many other landscapes. Drive from the wide Erhai Lake in Dali in the heart of Yunnan province high up to the Tibetan mountains. Cross high passes and grasslands , inhabited by nomadic people, further up to Chengdu. Ride through the Tiger leaping Gorge , one of the deepest canyons in the world, and experience the wild Yangtze River on its way down from the Himalaya. On the way back to Dali we pass through the territories of the Mosu and Yi at Lugu Lake and the UNESCO World heritage town of Lijang. A unique adventure experience.

Tibet in Sichuan: On the Way to Monasteries, Grassland and Nomads

This journey leads you through the eastern part of Tibet. We take you along the wild Yangtze River to important Buddhist monasteries, high altitude grassland, nomads with their herds of yaks and into one of the most fantastic landscapes of the region. But be aware: this bike trip demands a good physical constitution since we ride above 4000m, the highest pass is 5100 meter high.

Xining – Chengdu: Motorbike Expedition through Eastern Tibet and over the Himalaya

On this expedition we cross the eastern Himalaya from the capital of Tibet Province – Qinghai (Xining) and drive to the capital of Sichuan : Chengdu. We cross grasslands, drive along the Yellow River through landscapes of sandstone, meet and camp with nomads and visit one of the largest monasteries of Tibet: Sertar. We often go to a level beyond the 3000 meters and cross curvy mountain passes. At the Tibetan Thanka blacksmith Tongren we learn about the Tibetan art and visit the old town with pilgrims. A journey through the original, rural China and Tibet. This adventure can be booked together with the Chengdu – Dali that takes place right after this trip.

Holy Mt. Kailash Expedition

On this expedition adventure we cross the wide open spaces of the Tibetan Himalaya plateau. Snow capped mountains, vast lakes, small villages and important monasteries lead the way to holy Mt. Kailash and Mt. Everest Base Camp on the border to Nepal and India. 2014, the year of the Kailash, will attract thousands of Buddhist pilgrims from all over Asia.

Tibetmoto is the perfect partner for your Tibet Motorcycle Tour . We are specialized in exclusive, unique Tours and Expeditions, on which you explore the fascinatng Tibetan landscapes and culture. Our Team knows China and Tibet perfectly- based on our fascination for this region, own travel experiences or personal backgrounds, we are organizing our different Tibet Motorcycle Tours for years.

The autonomous region of Tibet is well known for their one-of-a-kind culture and marvellous landscapes. On our Tibet Motorcycle Tours , we are offering the whole spektrum of Tibet, unique experiences included. Tibet is as versatile and full of contrast as an own continent- we are experiencing nomad grasland, riding through stone- and sand deserts, on the highest Himalaya-Passes (above 4000 m) and along the biggest riverso f Asia, like the Yangtze with ist deep gorges and the yellow river with its bizarre landscapes of stone and sand. Tibets nature offers great views next to browsing Yaks, small villages, huge plateau areas and endless mountain roads.

A Tibet Motorcycle Tour shows you the breathtaking hightlights of Tibet, like the colorful Lhasa with ist numerous, small markets – we explore wild landscapes to ice-blue lakes like the Namtso-, Manasarovar- or Serling Lake, we see endless, sparsely populated steppes, wide graslands and climb up huge mountains on the highest passes of the roof oft he world until we even reach the famous Everrest basecamp. Our Tibet Motorbike Tours are some of the highest tours at all! We explore spiritual areas like the world famous Portala Palace in Lhasa or the holy Mount Kailash – A Tibet Motorcycle Tour leads you to breathtaking places, which clearly is a unique opportunity to see live in color. All the impressions, smells and colors, our guests can experience, are definitely unforgettable! The Tibet Motorcycle Tours contain fascinating stops, where you will have enough time to get very close to the nature and culture, instead of just passing them by. Meet super friendly Tibetan nomads, who welcome every guest with an open heart and a warm butter tea. Ride on curvy roads, along enormous mountain passes and climb up the roof of the world on a unforgettable Tibet Motorcycle Tour!