Serk Cycling Beijing
Tibet is one of the world’s great travel experiences. Serk offers you the chance to surround yourself in the ancient cultures of Tibet and ride through its stunning landscapes all the way to the iconic Everest Base Camp.
Since 2014 we've carefully crafted experiences which regularly stop you in your tracks and leave you feeling privileged to have explored this unique region—before it falls completely into the clutches of modernisation.
We combine a challenging and spectacular cycling route with a selection of the most rewarding cultural and natural sites.
Push yourself to ride up some of the highest sealed roads in the world, then grin from ear-to-ear as you fly down the other side of a 5000m pass. You'll leave with not only an amazing 9-days of high-altitude cycling in your legs, but a new understanding of one of the most incredible cultures on earth.
Tibet is one of the world’s great travel experiences. Serk offers you the chance to surround yourself in the ancient cultures of Tibet and ride through its stunning landscapes all the way to the iconic Everest Base Camp.
Since 2014 we've carefully crafted experiences which regularly stop you in your tracks and leave you feeling privileged to have explored this unique region.
An amazing 12 days of high-altitude cycling and discovery.
Day 1.
Chengdu
Arrive Chengdu Sichuan China late afternoon. Tonight we stay in the 5 star Airport Hotel 5 mins from the arrivals lounge. Group dinner and briefing for the trip before trying on your new Serk jersey!
Day 2.
Into Tibet
Up early for flight and our first foray into Tibet. As part of our acclimatisation we take it super easy today.
Day 3.
Along the yarlong
We leave early morning and ride along the spectacular Yarlong River. Hardly a vehicle or village in sight, so it's just you, the road and the river.
Day 4.
cliffs & sand dunes
You'll notice the vegetation gradually change today from lush pine forests to dry rocky cliff faces, and even some sand dunes. Today's road twists and turns and it undulation urge you to get out of the saddle and accelerate. The snowy peaks in the distance remind you you're riding in one of the highest places on earth.
Day 5.
Lhasa
Today we take a chill day and ride to one of the oldest Monasteries in Tibet.
We arrive in Lhasa late afternoon at our 5 star hotel and explore the old town of Lhasa on foot. The sights and sounds are guaranteed to inspire, and don't forget to say a silent prayer for good legs and favourable winds as you spin the prayer wheels!
Day 6.
Lhasa
A day off the bike visiting the cultural icons of Lhasa. The visit to the Potala Palace (spiritual home of the Dalai Lama) will be the cultural highlight of the trip. Afterwards we'll wander down to a hip coffee shop popular with young Tibetans.
Day 7.
AZURE LAKE
Rise early and leave for Tibet's famous azure coloured lake. We ride along the shore of the lake before conquering a 5000m pass. The road travels by the a glacier before dipping down into a majestic valley. It's one of the most scenic days of riding on the trip. Our destination hotel is oozing with so much old world charm you won't want to leave.
Day 8.
OLD QUARTERS & FAST FLATS
Rise early and visit the authentic old quarters. Then it's 98km along the mostly flat and fast road. The last climb over the bridge into town is a hotly contested KOM. We are riding at 4000m today–the air is thin which means fast speeds on the flat.
In the afternoon rest & relax in your hotel or visit the local monastery.
Day 9.
Towards Everest
Today is one of the hardest days of the trip—we ride to the highest pass on the trip at 5181m. After a brief stop at the top to catch our breath its downhill all the way to our Hotel. We ride beside a picturesque river most of the way to our destination and if the sky is clear you'll get your first glimpse of Everest.
Day 10.
Everest
Early morning we will start riding the huge pass that takes us into Everest Base Camp in the dark. The road is new and affords magnificent views of Everest at the top. Just as you summit you will see the early light appearing on Everest - this has to be one of the worlds ultimate #WYMTM moments. After fun filled descent and gradual climb you’ll reach Everest Base Camp. Expect to be exhausted and exhilarated by the time you reach Base Camp. High five's all around.
Day 11.
A transit day travelling back to Shigatze. We stop by a delicious dumpling restaurant for breakfast and arrive in Shigatze for our final group meal. After dinner its time to hit the Tibetan clubs and sink a few hard earned beers with the local Tibetan cowboys and cowgirls.
Day 12.
Chengdu
Time to say good-bye! We fly out of Tibet and back to Chengdu China today.
Everything you will want in a cycling trip !!
If you have 10 K to spend on a cycling holiday and you are thinking of France or Tibet (I have done both), there is no question go to Tibet ! The experience, challenge and great staff who will support you all the way, make this one of the best holidays you will ever have.
Fantastic trip through tibet
Well organised and well looked after throughout the trip. Cycling legs were challenging but not overwhelming. Scenery is fantastic. We were given plenty of information about how to prepare and what to bring. Permits were arranged and travel from Chengdu all organised. The hotels and eateries were all comfortable and clean even in small towns. Everyone was good company and we had a great time. The bikes were all well maintained throughout the trip. I definitely recommend the trip to anyone who can cycle for 5 hours in a day and cover 100km with 1000m climbing.
Once in a lifetime experience
Cycling at high altitude, in the most mystical Tibet, surrounded by only bigger and taller mountains, with climax at Mt. Everest base camp. A journey I will never forget.
Pedals, Peaks, and Purpose: The Serk Tibet Experience
The Serk Tibet trip was a once-in-a-lifetime adventure — physically demanding, emotionally grounding, and visually overwhelming. From battling headwinds at 5,000 meters to sipping noodle soup with Everest in view, every day brought a new challenge and reward. The support from the entire Serk team was exceptional — from Stephen’s care, Phurbus culture insights., Chi’s roadside miracles to Pu Yan’s soul-warming food. The landscapes, the culture, the team spirit — it all left a deep impression.
Experience of a lifetime
This is a one in a lifetime experience.
The roads, the scenic views, the people, the culture,... If you are looking to combine good riding with an fabulous trip, this is it.
And the organization by Serk is top notch: the routes, the support, the staff, hotels and restaurants, everything is done right. You feel a bit like a pro tour rider with just one thing you need to care about: riding.
I have thought about doing this for years before I finally pulled the trigger and it was the best decision I made!
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