We recommend an international e-SIM, such as the Airalo app. There, you can buy data volumes for regions or individual countries. It is rather cumbersome to buy a SIM card locally due to the registration process. Please note that [...]
Participants should be confident in handling their vehicle on mountain roads, gravel surfaces, and in high-altitude environments. Basic overland experience is recommended for a comfortable and safe journey.
The tour begins at Kyrgyzstan–China’s Kashgar border at Irkeshtam and ends either: at Nepal’s Rasuwa Gadhi friendship bridge border near Gyirong, or at Laos’ Mohan/Boten border. Tour length and price vary by exit point.
This program is specifically designed to make China overlanding with your own vehicle more affordable by sharing the cost of permits with other travelers. It allows a shared experience while maintaining the freedom of using your own vehicle.
Fuel, personal expenses, drinks, and meals other than breakfast are not included. Bring enough cash for remote areas where card payment is not guaranteed. Paying with credit card or cash is also becoming increasingly difficult in China. Most Chinese [...]
Yes, the tour reaches altitudes above 5,000 meters. The itinerary includes gradual ascents and rest days in Lhasa and Tingri to allow for acclimatization. Severe altitude sickness cases are rare, but we recommend consulting your doctor regarding preventive medication [...]
