2024 Featured Journeys
Himalayan Treks, Bicycle Trips, Heritage Tours, Yoga Retreats & Off-the-Map Journeys
Autumn
GHT | Sacred Upper Dolpo (Shey Phoksumdo) to Mustang Camping Trek – Nepal Trekking
Upper Dolpo, Nepal’s Shangri-La, is a wild, spectacular Tibetan region of Buddhist villages and monasteries, Himalayan peaks, high passes, turquoise lakes, mountain rivers, yaks, blue sheep and snow leopards. Our epic trek includes Dolpo’s most remote valleys, a kora of Crystal Mountain, Shey, Phoksumdo Lake, Bhijer and Panzang valley via the high passes leading to Mustang.
29 Sept – 29 Oct (31 Days) – Expedition Trekking – Kim + Lhakpa (Confirmed)
Everest High Passes Lodge Trek – Nepal Trekking
The Everest region’s most challenging and all-around fantastic trekking route, Kim + Lhakpa’s special Everest lodge trek! Crossing the Cho La, Kongma La + Renjo La passes, we explore the spectacular Gokyo Lakes, the sublime Chukhung valley and the traditional Sherpa Thame valley. We climb Gokyo Ri, Chhukung Ri and Kala Patthar for spectacular Himalayan panoramas, and trek to Amadablam and Everest Base Camps, relaxing in wonderful Sherpa lodges en route!
10 Nov – 4 Dec (25 Days) – Lodge Trekking – Kim + Lhakpa (Confirmed)
Sherpa Everest Base Camp Lodge Trek – Nepal Trekking
The Everest Base Camp trek is an epic Himalayan route through the Everest region, a spectacular trek from the Hillary Airport at Lukla up to Everest Base Camp, led by a local Sherpa guide. Highlights are climbing Kala Patter (5660m), trekking to Everest + Amadablam Base Camps, exploring the Chhukung Valley, and visiting our favorite Sherpa villages and Buddhist monasteries, with 8000 meter Himalayan peaks soaring above us!
20 Oct – 7 Nov (19 Days) – Lodge Trekking – Phu Tashi or Mingma Sherpa (Confirmed)
Everest Gokyo Lakes & Renjo La Pass Lodge Trek – Nepal Trekking
Our trek into the sacred Gokyo Lakes region, Everest (Khumbu)’s Shangri La, is a spectacular and challenging Everest trek well away from the crowds trekking to Everest Base Camp. Highlights of this wonderful trek include climbing Gokyo Ri and exploring the traditional Thame Valley, and of course the Renjo La is one of Nepal’s most impressive Himalayan passes!
5 – 22 Nov (18 Days) – Expedition Trekking – Phu Tashi or Mingma Sherpa (Confirmed)
Everest Sacred Gokyo Lakes Lodge Trek – Nepal Trekking
One of the Everest region’s most sublimely beautiful and sacred treks, this journey into the Khumbu’s Shangri La, the Gokyo Lakes, is an incredible Everest trek, without the crowds hiking to Everest Base Camp. This Everest trek includes climbing Gokyo Ri, the remote Phortse route, the high trail to Pangboche and Tengboche Gonpa, all in our Kamzang style.
5 – 22 Nov (18 Days) – Expedition Trekking – Phu Tashi or Mingma Sherpa (Confirmed)
Winter
Wild Everest Christmas & New Year | Makalu Arun Salpa & Mundum Valley to Sacred Gokyo Lakes Camping & Lodge Trek – Nepal Himalaya Trekking
Early Everest expeditions pioneered this remote trek through the traditional hill villages of the Arun Salpa valley, crossing high ridges and glacial rivers to reach the alpine Solo Khumbu. This year we have an exploratory new route via Mundum, an incredibly diverse and beautiful region. In the Everest region, we trek to the turquoise Gokyo Lakes, relaxing in Sherpa lodges en route. Join us for Christmas & the New Year in Nepal!
15 Dec ’23 – 9 Jan ’24 (26 Days) – Expedition + Lodge Trekking – Kim + Lhakpa (Makalu Arun Camping Trek & Gokyo Lodge Trek Options)
Everest Sacred Gokyo Lakes & Sherpa Homeland Lodge Trek – Christmas & New Year’s Trek! – Nepal Himalaya Trekking
This Gokyo Lakes Christmas trek into the Sherpa ethnic group’s Shangri La is as spectacular as a Nepal trek comes, without the hordes of trekkers heading to Everest Base Camp. This year’s special Christmas trek focuses on the unique, living Sherpa culture, Tibetan Buddhist monasteries, and of course the breathtaking Himalayan vistas of the Everest region under December’s blue skies ….
15 Dec – 3 Jan (20 Days) – Lodge Trekking – Phu Tashi Sherpa (Confirmed)
Tibet Christmas Journey | Lhasa & Kathmandu – Nepal & Tibet Christmas & New Year’s Trip!
A special Tibetan Christmas trip in wintertime Lhasa and Central Tibet! Joining Tibetan pilgrims from across the ‘Roof of the World’, we explore Lhasa’s ‘old city’, the Potala Palace, the Jokhang Temple and the Barkhor Kora. Plus a jeep safari to the sacred Tibetan Buddhist monasteries and dzongs of Samye, Shigatse, Gyantse + Ganden. Join us for an unforgettable Christmas in Lhasa, Tibet + New Year’s Eve in Kathmandu!
Dec ’24 – Jan ’25 (13 days) – Hotels – Kim + Lhakpa (Alternative Trip)
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Winter
The Great Nepal Middle Hills & Himalayan Bicycle (MTB) Journey – Nepal Cycling
The ultimate Nepal biking adventure through the traditional villages of the incredibly scenic middle hills and valleys of Nepal, from serene Pokhara, Sarangkot and Begnas Lake to the hills of Tansen along the old silk route roads. Nuwakot, Shivapuri National Park, Himalayan sunsets, sunrises and more! One of the Himalayas’ most scenic, cultural and challenging guided bicycle tours, and always lots of both local culture AND fun!
15 Feb – 2 or 7 March (16 or 21 Days) – Hotels + Jeep Support – Kim + Lhakpa (Confirmed)
See Cycle the Himalaya for Alternative Cycling Trips
The Great Eastern Nepal Middle HIlls Bicycle (MTB) Journey – Nepal Cycling
An epic exploratory Nepal cycling adventure through the traditional villages of the incredibly scenic middle hills and valleys of eastern Nepal, from Kathmandu to Tumlingtar and the tea country of Ilam and Kanyam! Himalayan sunrises and sunrises, historic middle hills trade routes and Himalayan culture, sacred pilgrimage sites, good roads, incredibly scenic river valleys, challenging cycling (as well as cruising days) and lots of hills, always with back-up vehicles. Full of diverse culture, exploration and fun
15 Feb – 6 March (20 Days) – Hotels + Jeep Support – Kim + Lhakpa (Alternative Trip)
See Cycle the Himalaya for Alternative Cycling Trips
The Great Bhutan Bicycle Journey – Bhutan to Assam, India Cycling
An incredible guided bicycle trip across Bhutan, a magical kingdom of dzongs, spectacular Himalayan peaks, traditional Bhutanese culture, Buddhist festivals (lama dances), and ema datsi (chili & cheese). Join us for a wonderful west-to-east bike journey through this exotic Buddhist kingdom, cycling all the way to the southeast of Bhutan. The trip ends with a flight back to Paro & a hike to the iconic Tiger’s Nest! An epic, challenging and fun bike trip, staying in Bhutan’s wonderful heritage hotels en route …
25 Feb – 14 March (18 Days) – Hotels + Jeep Support – Pema Tobgay + Jigme (Confirmed)
See Cycle the Himalaya for Alternative Cycling Trips
Lhasa & Kathmandu Winter Photography Journey – Nepal & Tibet Himalaya Tours
A Tibetan winter photography journey in once forbidden Lhasa and central Tibet, on the roof of the world! We visit the sacred monasteries of Drepung, Sera, Jokhang, Samye, Shigatse, Ganden and Shalu, the Yarlung valley, Potala Palace, Barkor Square, Yamdrung Lake and Gyantse Fort, with time to explore Kathmandu and its many Buddhist and Hindu sites.
Custom Departures (13 Days) – Hotels – Kim, Lhakpa + Tibetan Guide
Options for Everest Base Camp (Longer Trips 15 + 17 Days)
Spring
Great Himalayan Trail (GHT) | Wild Manaslu & Ganesh Himal (Ruby Valley) Camping Trek – Nepal Himalaya Trekking
Trek one of Nepal’s Great Himalayan Trail’s most interesting routes with us! Our just-explored Ganesh Himal (Ruby Valley) trek is a remote, incredibly scenic and very cultural route to the sublimely beautiful Manaslu region, a bit of challenge and adventure to our already epic camping trek. During the Manaslu circuit trek, we traverse high ridges and hike through bustling Gurung villages to remote Tsum Valley bordering Tibet. Heading north, we trek to ethnically Tibetan Manaslu, crossing the Larkya La pass, one of Nepal’s most spectacular Himalayan panoramas!
23 March – 21 April (30 Days) – Expedition Trekking – Kim + Lhakpa (Confirmed)
Sky Caves & the Last Nomads of Upper Mustang Camping Trek – Nepal Himalaya Trekking
Our signature (and totally unique) remote camping trek through fabled Upper Mustang! The Tibetan Buddhist Kingdom of Mustang is home to the last nomads of Nepal, a stunning land of walled cities, fortresses, traditional villages, sculpted canyons, Neolithic sky caves, Buddhist murals & spectacular Himalayan peaks soaring above the Kali Gandaki River. 19-day Upper Mustang permit, an epic journey through one of Nepal’s most incredible regions!
4 – 27 May (24 Days) – Expedition Trekking – Kim + Lhakpa (Confirmed)
GHT | Sky Caves & Last Nomads of Upper Mustang to Nar (Teri La Annapurnas) Camping Trek – Nepal Himalaya Trekking
A wild trek connecting Upper Mustang and Nar Phu in the Annapurna region via the Teri La pass. Mustang is a Tibetan land of walled cities, fortresses, white-washed villages, sculpted canyons, Neolithic caves, nomads and Himalayan peaks soaring above the Kali Gandaki. The Teri La is a wild, remote pass connecting these two remote regions, one of Nepal’s best-kept secrets!
4 May – 3 June (31 Days) – Expedition Trekking – Kim + Lhakpa (Alternative Trip)
Everest Gokyo Lakes & Renjo La Pass Lodge Trek – Nepal Trekking
Our trek into the sacred Gokyo Lakes region, Everest (Khumbu)’s Shangri La, is a spectacular and challenging Everest trek well away from the crowds trekking to Everest Base Camp. Highlights of this wonderful trek include climbing Gokyo Ri and exploring the traditional Thame Valley, and of course the Renjo La is one of Nepal’s most impressive Himalayan passes!
April (18 Days) – Lodge Trekking – Phu Tashi or Mingma Sherpa (Confirmed)
Everest Sacred Gokyo Lakes Lodge Trek – Nepal Trekking
One of the Everest region’s most sublimely beautiful and sacred treks, this journey into the Khumbu’s Shangri La, the Gokyo Lakes, is an incredible Everest trek, without the crowds hiking to Everest Base Camp. This Everest trek includes climbing Gokyo Ri, the remote Phortse route, the high trail to Pangboche and Tengboche Gonpa, all in our Kamzang style.
April (18 Days) – Expedition Trekking – Phu Tashi or Mingma Sherpa (Confirmed)
Sherpa Everest Base Camp Lodge Trek – Nepal Trekking
The Everest Base Camp trek is an epic Himalayan route through the Everest region, a spectacular trek from the Hillary Airport at Lukla up to Everest Base Camp, led by a local Sherpa guide. Highlights are climbing Kala Patter (5660m), trekking to Everest + Amadablam Base Camps, exploring the Chhukung Valley, and visiting our favorite Sherpa villages and Buddhist monasteries, with 8000 meter Himalayan peaks soaring above us!
May (19 Days) – Lodge Trekking – Phu Tashi or Mingma Sherpa (Confirmed)
Summer
An epic guided bicycle tour through the Indian Himalaya! Starting in the green nomadic regions of Ladakh, we cycle through high salt-lake regions, camping along the fabulous Pangong, Tsomoriri and Tso Kar lakes. Cycling over 5,000m passes along once-restricted routes (including Hanle), we bike through traditional villages, nomadic settlements, and past hot springs along the ancient Silk Route. We finish our bicycle journey in Central Asian Nubra, biking over the 5360m (17,580″) Kardung La pass to reach Leh …
14 June – 9 July (26 Days) – Leh to Leh – Camping + Jeep Support – Kim + Lhakpa (Confirmed)
See Cycle the Himalaya for Alternative Cycling Trips
Our wild, sublimely beautiful nomadic trek through the idyllic Changthang plateau in Ladakh, starting in the green, cultural Markha Valley. Following ancient salt trade routes, we trek through the otherworldly salt lake region of Tso Kar, camp at far-flung Ladakhi villages & cross high Himalayan passes (5840m & 5680m). En route, we encounter rare wildlife, ford rivers and camp with Kharnak and Rupshu nomads. Bonus (optional) 6040m Himalayan peak climb!
13 July – 9, 5 or 4 Aug (28, 24 or 23 Days) – Leh to Leh – Expedition Trekking – Kim + Lhakpa (Confirmed)
Nomads, Salt Lakes, Remote Villages & High Passes of the Changthang Camping Trek – Ladakh Silk Route – Indian Himalaya Trekking (Optional 6090m Climb!)
Our wild, sublimely beautiful nomadic trek on the idyllic Changthang plateau in Ladakh, this year starting in the Markha Valley! Following ancient salt trade routes, we trek through the otherworldly salt lake region of Tso Kar, camp at far-flung Ladakhi villages, and cross high Himalayan passes (the highest 5840m + 5680m). En route, we encounter rare wildlife, ford rivers and camp with Kharnak and Rupshu nomads. Bonus (optional) 6090m Himalayan peak climb!
13 July – 2 Aug (or 30, 29 July) (21, 18 or 17 Days) – Leh to Leh – Expedition Trekking – Kim + Lhakpa (Alternative Trip)
Ladakh & Zanskar Sky Kingdoms & Rivers Camping Trek – Ladakh Himalayan Trekking
The ultimate Ladakh & Zanskar camping trek through the Indian Himalaya’s most remote villages and river valleys, our unique trekking route! From the Suru Valley in Zanskar, we trek to remote Dibling through sublime river canyons, crossing high Himalayan passes from Zangla to remote Shade and Phuktal Monastery, enjoying sparkling river routes, and timeless, stunningly beautiful Zanskar scenery.
13 Aug – 6 Sept (or 29 Aug) (25 or 17 Days) – Leh to Leh – Expedition Trekking – Kim + Lhakpa (Optional Nubra & Salt Lakes Jeep Safari!) (Confirmed)
Our unique trek through Ladakh & Zanskar’s most remote villages and valleys, a spectacular and adventurous trek. From northern Ladakh, we trek through sublime river canyons and over high Himalayan passes to the once-Kingdom of Zangla in Central Zanskar. Sparkling river routes take us to far-flung Shade and cliffside Phuktal Monastery, enjoying traditional villages and timeless, stunningly beautiful Zanskar scenery. We finish the trek via the high Surichen La pass from Kargiak. Just epic!
13 Aug – 9 Sept (26 or 21 Days) – Leh to Leh – Expedition Trekking – Kim + Lhakpa (Alternative Trek)
Autumn
GHT | Sacred Upper Dolpo (Shey Phoksumdo) to Mustang Camping Trek – Nepal Trekking
Upper Dolpo, Nepal’s Shangri-La, is a wild, spectacular Tibetan region of Buddhist villages and monasteries, Himalayan peaks, high passes, turquoise lakes, mountain rivers, yaks, blue sheep and snow leopards. Our epic trek includes Dolpo’s most remote valleys, a kora of Crystal Mountain, Shey, Phoksumdo Lake, Bhijer and Panzang valley via the high passes leading to Mustang.
28 Sept – 28 Oct (32 Days) – Expedition Trekking – Kim + Lhakpa
The Full Lunana Snowman Camping Trek – West to East | Great Himalayan Trail – Bhutan Trekking
One of THE best treks in all of the Himalaya, the FULL challenging, remote and (of course) spectacular Bhutan Snowman Trek through the cultural Bhutan Himalaya, visiting such remote villages as Laya and Lingshi, trekking near the Tibet border to Bhumtang in Bhutan’s far east. Bonus cultural days of sightseeing at the dzongs and monasteries of Punakha, Jakar (Bumthang), Thimpu and Paro (Tiger’s Nest)!
27 Sept – 28 Oct (34 Days) – Expedition Trekking – Bhutanese Guide (Small Group Possible Pending Interest)
Everest High Passes Lodge Trek – Nepal Trekking
The Everest region’s most challenging and all-around fantastic trekking route, Kim + Lhakpa’s special Everest lodge trek! Crossing the Cho La, Kongma La + Renjo La passes, we explore the spectacular Gokyo Lakes, the sublime Chukhung valley and the traditional Sherpa Thame valley. We climb Gokyo Ri, Chhukung Ri and Kala Patthar for spectacular Himalayan panoramas, and trek to Amadablam and Everest Base Camps, relaxing in wonderful Sherpa lodges en route!
9 Nov – 3 Dec (25 Days) – Lodge Trekking – Kim + Lhakpa
Winter
Tibet Christmas Journey | Lhasa & Kathmandu – Nepal & Tibet Christmas & New Year’s Trip!
A special Tibetan Christmas trip in wintertime Lhasa and Central Tibet! Joining Tibetan pilgrims from across the ‘Roof of the World’, we explore Lhasa’s ‘old city’, the Potala Palace, the Jokhang Temple and the Barkhor Kora. Plus a jeep safari to the sacred Tibetan Buddhist monasteries and dzongs of Samye, Shigatse, Gyantse + Ganden. Join us for an unforgettable Christmas in Lhasa, Tibet + New Year’s Eve in Kathmandu!
(14) 19 – 30 Dec (13 + 4 Visa Days) – Hotels – Kim + Lhakpa (Alternative Trip)
2026 Featured Journeys
Himalayan Treks, Bicycle Trips, Heritage Tours, Yoga Retreats & Off-the-Map Journeys
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Spring
Kanchenjunga, Lumba Sumba Pass & Makalu Barun Camping Trek – GHT Nepal Himalaya Trekking
Kanchenjunga to Makalu Barun in Nepal’s far east, some of the Himalaya’s most remote and spectacular trekking! We trek the wildest routes, from Kanchenjunga North Base Camp to Olanchung Gola, over the epic Lumba Sumba pass to Makalu Barun National Park, and along the spectacular Arun Barun River as we explore this region of Limbus + Tibetans.
May (32 Days) – Expedition Trekking – Kim + Lhakpa (Alternative Trek)
Sky Caves & the Last Nomads of Upper Mustang Camping Trek – Nepal Himalaya Trekking
Our signature (and totally unique) remote camping trek through fabled Upper Mustang! The Tibetan Buddhist Kingdom of Mustang is home to the last nomads of Nepal, a stunning land of walled cities, fortresses, traditional villages, sculpted canyons, Neolithic sky caves, Buddhist murals & spectacular Himalayan peaks soaring above the Kali Gandaki River. 19-day Upper Mustang permit, an epic journey through one of Nepal’s most incredible regions!
3 – 27 May (24 Days) – Expedition Trekking – Kim + Lhakpa
GHT | Sky Caves & Last Nomads of Upper Mustang to Nar (Teri La Annapurnas) Camping Trek – Nepal Himalaya Trekking
A wild trek connecting Upper Mustang and Nar Phu in the Annapurna region via the Teri La pass. Mustang is a Tibetan land of walled cities, fortresses, white-washed villages, sculpted canyons, Neolithic caves, nomads and Himalayan peaks soaring above the Kali Gandaki. The Teri La is a wild, remote pass connecting these two remote regions, one of Nepal’s best-kept secrets!
May – June (31 Days) – Expedition Trekking – Kim + Lhakpa (Alternative Trip)
Summer
Sky Kingdoms Bicycle Journey | Nubra to Ladakh Nomadic Lake Regions (New Pangong Lake & Hanle Route) – Indian Himalaya Cycling
An epic, sublimely beautiful guided bicycle tour through the ‘Sky Kingdoms’ of Ladakh, Indian Himalaya. We cycle through Central Asian Nubra, past sand dunes and Bactian camels along the Shyok and Nubra Rivers, heading for the nomadic lake regions of Ladakh (Pangong, Tsomoriri, Tso Kar). Cycling over 5000m passes on once-restricted routes, we bike through traditional villages, nomadic settlements, and hot springs along the ancient Silk Route.
15 June – 10 July (26 Days) – Leh to Leh – Camping + Jeep Support – Kim + Lhakpa
The Great Indian Himalaya Bicycle Journey (Plus) – Wild Ladakh, Dha Hanu, Zanskar & Nomadic Salt Lakes Cycling (MTB) Trip
Perhaps the most adventurous of all bicycle trips in the Indian Himalaya, mountain biking on newly opened routes through Ladakh, Dha Hanu & Zanskar via the Pensi La & Shingo La Himalayan passes. We cycle by Tso Kar Lake in Rupshu, through the nomadic high lakes regions, crossing high passes and visiting historic monasteries as we cycle. Join us for this challenging, stunningly beautiful guided mountain biking trip crossing the Zanskar and Himalaya ranges!
June – July (27 Days) – Leh to Leh – Camping + Jeep Support – Kim + Lhakpa (Alternative Trip)
The Great Lhasa Kathmandu Bicycle Journey – Nepal & Tibet Himalayan Cycling
An epic guided bicycle tour from Tibet to Kathmandu, starting in Lhasa! Cycling through Tibet, the Roof of the World, we visit Lhasa, Shigatse and Gyantse, Yamdrok Tso Lake, traditional villages, Tibetan Buddhist monasteries, cross high Himalayan passes and cycle the Himalaya’s most exciting descents. Join us for this incredible Himalayan bicycle trip across Tibet and back to Kathmandu!
6 (8) June – 1 July (24 Days) – Camping + Hotels – Kim + Lhakpa (Alternative Trip)
See Cycle the Himalaya for Alternative Cycling Trips
Nomads, Salt Lakes, Remote Villages & High Passes of the Changthang Camping Trek – Ladakh Silk Route – Indian Himalaya Trekking (Optional 6090m Climb!)
Our wild, sublimely beautiful nomadic trek on the idyllic Changthang plateau in Ladakh, this year starting in the Markha Valley! Following ancient salt trade routes, we trek through the otherworldly salt lake region of Tso Kar, camp at far-flung Ladakhi villages, and cross high Himalayan passes (the highest 5840m + 5680m). En route, we encounter rare wildlife, ford rivers and camp with Kharnak and Rupshu nomads. Bonus (optional) 6090m Himalayan peak climb!
12 July – 1 Aug (or 29, 28 July) (21, 18 or 17 Days) – Leh to Leh – Expedition Trekking – Kim + Lhakpa (Alternative Trip)
Our wild, sublimely beautiful nomadic trek on the idyllic Changthang plateau in Ladakh, this year starting in the Markha Valley! Following ancient salt trade routes, we trek through the otherworldly salt lake region of Tso Kar, camp at far-flung Ladakhi villages + cross high Himalayan passes (the highest 5840m + 5680m). En route, we encounter rare wildlife, ford rivers and camp with Kharnak and Rupshu nomads. Bonus (optional) 6060m Himalayan peak climb!
July – Aug (22, 25 or 30 Days) – Leh to Leh – Expedition Trekking – Kim + Lhakpa (Alternative Trek)
The Wild Route | Ladakh & Zanskar Traverse Camping Trek (Bear Valley, Shade & Kargiak (Surichen La Pass) – Indian Himalaya Trekking
Our unique trek through Ladakh & Zanskar’s most remote villages and valleys, a spectacular and adventurous trek! From northern Ladakh, we trek through sublime river canyons and over high Himalayan passes to the once-Kingdom of Zangla in Central Zanskar. Sparkling river routes take us to far-flung Shade and cliffside Phuktal Monastery; timeless and stunningly beautiful Zanskar scenery. We finish the trek via the high Surichen La pass from Kargiak village …
Aug – Sept (21 or 26 Days) – Leh to Leh – Expedition Trekking – Kim + Lhakpa
Nomads, Salt Lakes, Remote Villages & High Passes of the Changthang Camping Trek – Ladakh Silk Route – Indian Himalaya Trekking (Optional 6090m Climb!)
Our wild, sublimely beautiful nomadic trek on the idyllic Changthang plateau in Ladakh, this year starting in the Markha Valley! Following ancient salt trade routes, we trek through the otherworldly salt lake region of Tso Kar, camp at far-flung Ladakhi villages, and cross high Himalayan passes (the highest 5840m + 5680m). En route, we encounter rare wildlife, ford rivers and camp with Kharnak and Rupshu nomads. Bonus (optional) 6090m Himalayan peak climb!
July (21 Days) – Leh to Leh – Expedition Trekking – Kim + Lhakpa (Filling)
July (16 Days) – Shorter Trek
Upper Mustang Himalayan Bicycle Journey – Nepal Himalayan Mountain Biking
Our epic Kamzang Journeys mountain biking trip into Upper Mustang is a breathtakingly beautiful journey, following ancient caravan routes into remote Mustang. During our guided cycling tour, we camp with Tibetan nomads, cycle hidden valleys of Upper Mustang, visit Buddhist ‘sky caves’ and gonpas, and cross Himalayan passes, biking through a bit of old Tibet!
Dates Flexible (20 Days) – Camping, Hotels + Jeep Support – Kim + Lhakpa (Alternative Trip)
See Cycle the Himalaya for Alternative Cycling Trips
Journey Across Mongolia Tour | Kharkhiraa Trek, Sand Dunes, Lakes & Kazakh Nomads – Mongolia Trekking
Mongolia, a remote region steeped in legend, a fabled land of golden steppes, Ghengis Khan, nomads on horseback, gers and a Buddhist tradition. Join us for a trek in the Kharkhiraa mountains, eagle hunters, visits with Kazakh nomads, deserts and sand dunes, Bactrian camels, sublimely beautiful lakes, rivers, peaks, Tsambagaray National Park and more!
Custom Departures (22 Days) – Expedition Trekking + Jeep Safari – Mongolian Guide
Autumn
GHT | Sacred Upper Dolpo (Shey Phoksumdo) to Mustang Camping Trek – Nepal Trekking
Upper Dolpo, Nepal’s Shangri-La, is a wild, spectacular Tibetan region of Buddhist villages and monasteries, Himalayan peaks, high passes, turquoise lakes, mountain rivers, yaks, blue sheep and snow leopards. Our epic trek includes Dolpo’s most remote valleys, a kora of Crystal Mountain, Shey, Phoksumdo Lake, Bhijer and Panzang valley via the high passes leading to Mustang.
29 Sept – 29 Oct (31 Days) – Expedition Trekking – Kim + Lhakpa (Filling)
Winter
Tibet Christmas Journey | Lhasa & Kathmandu – Nepal & Tibet Christmas & New Year’s Trip!
A special Tibetan Christmas trip in wintertime Lhasa and Central Tibet! Joining Tibetan pilgrims from across the ‘Roof of the World’, we explore Lhasa’s ‘old city’, the Potala Palace, the Jokhang Temple and the Barkhor Kora. Plus a jeep safari to the sacred Tibetan Buddhist monasteries and dzongs of Samye, Shigatse, Gyantse + Ganden. Join us for an unforgettable Christmas in Lhasa, Tibet + New Year’s Eve in Kathmandu!
Dec (13 + 4 Visa Days) – Hotels – Kim + Lhakpa (Alternative Trip)