RIDE TO THE ROOF OF THE WORLD: MOUNT EVEREST AND BEYOND

Day 1 Fly in to Bangkok and you will be met and transferred to Chiang Rai and onto Chiang Kong to meet the bikes, prepare for our pre tour briefing and welcome dinner

Day 2 An early start today crossing the Mekong River and our first border into Laos, we'll need to be patient. Once through the formalities we'll ride past rice fields toward the border with China. Later today riders will complete entry formalities, licensing and vehicle inspections. Tonight we'll be staying in Mengla. Welcome to China!

Day 3 Some incredibly twisty roads as we climb through the rain forest. Tonight we are resting on the banks of the Lancang river in the at the foot of this glorious mountainous region

Day 4 Climbing into the mountains, the views are awesome and there's some fun swooping bends ahead of us as we ride into Lincang, the hometown of Dianhong Black Tea

Day 5 The twisties continue as we head further north to the shores of Erhai Lake where the walled old city, from the Ming dynasty, contains traditional homes and towers from the Bai ethnic minority.

Day 6 A shorter day today to give time to explore the famous Three Pagodas on leaving Dali. Thereafter its a real glimpse of rural China as we ride to Lijiang, the beautifully preserved Chinese old town overlooked by the Yulong Snow Mountain.

Day 7 A day off the bikes to relax and soak up the UNESCO World Heritage site. Step back in time and stroll along 800-year-old bridges and waterways of the Old Town

Day 8 Today we ride to Tiger Leaping Gorge before heading to the land of “sacredness and peace’; Shangri La. Named after the fictional place of eternal peace and tranquillity. described in the novel "Lost Horizon" by British author James Hilton

Day 9 This morning we’ll pass the Yila Grasslands of Napa Lake as we continue north through the Pudacuo National Park before climbing high into the mountains in the shadow of the Meili Snow Mountains. Why not rise early tomorrow morning to watch the sun turn the mountains gold.

Day 10 Gorges galore today as we keep the Lancang Jiang river close as we head to our location 3880 metres above sea level. Welcome to Tibet!

Day 11 A challenging start to the day with some hefty passes to negotiate, but it'll be worth it for the views. It’s time to head west toward the Tibetan Alps!

Day 12 More passes today and a chance to rest at Rawok Lake, surrounded by magnificent snow-capped mountains and forests and the famous Lhegu Glacier standing to the north. After lunch there's some fun swooping bends as we head into Nyingchi for two nights.

Day 13 A day off the bikes for some well earned R&R or take the opportunity to explore Shuba Fortress. Either way it's time to recharge the batteries, before we continue our next leg of this epic journey.

Day 14 Departing Nyingchi early, the incredible scenery continues as we trace the Nyang river south of the Gangdise Mountains. As we get closer to Shigatse, the terrain changes with coves and beaches alongside the river. Today you'll see some incredibly impressive sand dunes!

Day 15 Ancient temples and spectacular natural landscapes, ranging from the palaces of the Tibetan kings to stunning holy lakes are plenty. An early start today so that we can spend time at one of the sacred lakes on the Tibetan highlands with spectacular views

Day 16 This morning we’re heading south toward the Rongbuk Monastery and Mount Everest Basecamp! At over 5000 metres above sea level it will take your breath away. Tonight we are staying in a simple guesthouse in the shadow of Mount Everest where you can watch the sun set and rise over the most famous mountain range in the world. A truly unique experience.

Day 17 Today we're returning for another night in Tibet’s second-largest city. You’ll see the familiar sight of the massive fort or the Shigatse Dzong, high on a hilltop overlooking the town

Day 18 Today we visit one of the largest saltwater lakes in Tibet, Namtso Lake. At over 4700 metres above sea level, this stunning sacred lake is surrounded by snow-capped mountains. As well as the locals in their colourful traditional dress, keep an eye out for wild yak roaming nearby

Day 19 Leaving the Xisang Namucuo nature reserve and snow-capped mountains behind, our journey south continues to Lhasa, ‘Place of the Gods’. Centre of the Tibetan Buddhist world for over a millennium, your first view of the red-and-white Potala Palace soaring above the Holy City will amaze

Day 20 Take the opportunity to rest and recuperate or use the full day to explore the Potala Palace winter palace of the Dalai Lama since the 7th century and the Jokhang Temple and much more in this charming, busy city

Day 21 Transfer to the airport for your international flights home, with your cameras and soul full of memories of your Tibetan Trail adventure.