Mongolia to Laos

Mongolia China Laos Transit Tour
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    Embark on a journey through two of Asia’s most fascinating countries. From Ulaanbaatar’s laid-back modern vibes to the hustle and bustle of Bangkok. 


    We travel from north Asia through China’s capital city of Beijing, visit the great wall and the forbidden city. We will also visit some of China’s most famous grottoes and the ancient Chinese architectures. It will be necessary to cover the approximately 5,000 km to cross China.  


    We will in fact have the opportunity to see aspects of the great Chinese nation that are continuously different every day, with always very intense motorbike days. Vestiges of cities from various imperial eras and dynasties. The terracotta warriors. The giant Buddha of Leshan, a UNESCO heritage site, which took 90 years to sculpt. The Chengdu Panda Breeding and Research Center, perhaps the most important site in the world for ecology lovers. 


    Then the beautiful landscapes of Sichuan, with its crystalline lakes. And the Yunnan region, the richest in various ethnic groups, We will now be in a subtropical environment. The entry into Laos and the short stay will be part of the adventure. 


    Southeast Asia is a more than well-known tourist destination, but crossing it with our motorbike will be a completely different thing. Will the arrival in Bangkok therefore be just the beginning of a subsequent stage that will take us through the rest of Southeast Asia and the Indonesian archipelago to Australia?

    Day to Day Itinerary

    Day 1 Mongolia to Erenhot
    Enter China from Mongolia at Erenhot border crossing, met by your Ride China guide and clear the customs for vehicles and driving license process. Stay at a hotel in Erenhot

    Day 2 Erenhot to Wulachabu (343KM)
    We drive to Wulanchabu, follow 208 national road we will ride to Wulanchabu city.

    Day 3 Great wall (360KM)
    Visit the great all of China

    Day 4 Beijng Day tour
    Visit Beijing's historical and modern sites by local transportation

    Day 5 Beijing to Datong (385KM)
    We will ride to Datong in the morning and visit the Datong Grottos in the afternoon and then drive to Hunyuan for the Hanging Temple which is a miracle in ancient Chinese construction, the whole temple was built on the mountain cliffs. Overnight in Hunyuan County.

    Day 6 Hunyuan to Pingyao (385KM)
    We drive from Hunyuan to Pingyao via Taiyuan and then visit the Pingyao ancient city, one of the classic examples of northern style ancient city in China. Every year, people will hold the photographing festival here and it is regarded an idea place for photographers.

    Day 7 Pingyao to Hukou Water Fall (337KM)
    We will ride to the Yellow River, The Hukou Waterfall, the largest waterfall on the Yellow River, China, the second largest waterfall in China, is located at the intersection of Shanxi Province and Shaanxi Province, afterwards we will continue to Yichuan for overnight.

    Day 8 Yichuan to Xi’an (295KM)
    We will push our way to Xi’an, the ancient capital of China. Traffic gets busier when we approach the city. Overnight in Xi’an.

    Day 9 Xi’an rest day
    We will visit in ancient city---Xi’an. Xi’an has been the capital of China in over 10 dynasties, and you can see history everywhere in Xi’an. We suggest the visit to the world famous Terra-Cottas Warriors, the hundred years old city wall, drum tower, bell tower, and the Chinese History museum (one of the best 3 in China) etc.

    Day 10 Xi’an to Guangyuan (425KM)
    Ride to Hanzhong, visit the city and possible a hot spa.

    Day 11 Guangyuan-Chengdu (552KM)
    Push to Chengdu, arrive in Chendgu. Visit the city.

    Day 12 Chengdu-Leshan (170KM)
    Ride to Leshan and visit the Giant Buddha. Overnight in Leshan

    Day 13 Leshan to Zhaotong County (380KM)
    Ride on national road to Zhaotong

    Day 14 Zhaotong to Kunming (560KM)
    Ride to Kunming, the capital city of Yunnan Province.

    Day 15 Kunming to Laos or Vietnam Border (500/650KM)
    Ride to China/Vietnam or China/Laos border

    Day 16 Leaving China
    clear the customs. Say goodbye to your Chinese guide and exit China

    Start from Mongolia/China Border July 31,2025

    Finish at China/Laos border Aug. 15, 2025

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    Prices in USD per person


    Rider:  USD2900/person

    Pillion rider: USD1499/person

    Single room: USD490/person

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    Included in the cost:

    --Travel Permit

    --Chinese driving licenses
    --Temporary number plates
    --Customs clearances (in and out)
    --Custom Deposit
    --Third party liability insurance for motorcycles
    --Pre departure PDF fact sheet
    --Detailed printable PDF road book
    --Electronic road book daily
    --English Speaking guides
    --Support van for luggage and passenger seats
    --Bike tools and air pump
    --Trailer for emergency breakdowns
    --Hand picked high quality hotels
    --Chinese and Western Breakfasts
    --Reliable bike garages and parts purchase
    --RideChina long sleeve T-shirt (quick dry)
    --China stickers

    PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDED:
    --Lunches and dinners
    --All entry fees to parks and monasteries, etc...
    --Fuel and toll fee if any
    --All services not mentioned
    --Tipping or gratuities to guides and drivers
    --Mandatory international travel insurance

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    Support van and trailer for emergencies



    We have used "Ride China" to cross from Laos to Mongolia as part of our overland trip from Hobart to Helsinki. Our Guide Wang, did an outstanding job to insure that all our needs been taken care off. I have highly recommended this company to other riders I meet along the way. I also have to thank Jah, for all the assistance prior to our trip. You want to discover China on a bike, than this is the company you like to choose!, thanks for a job well done !


    Adrian - Australia

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    We had a 33 day tour with Ride China in September and October 2017 and we rode from Mongolia through China to Laos. We found the owner Jah very helpful and responsive to our questions when we contacted him from Canada, throughout the process of preparing for the trip, and during the tour as well. Our tour leader Toni and our Driver Mr. Tang made our trip even more amazing and we would recommend them as a great team. We were very happy with the accommodation chosen for us. The food was incredible THANK you Mr Tang!!!!


    Sara - Canada

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    Compatible
GROUP SIZE

8 motorcycles

START/FINISH

Ulaanbaata/Laos/Vietnam

DURATION

16 days, 13 days riding, 3 rest days

TRIP GRADE

Intermediate

ROUTE

Total distance 5000 km, daily rides 250-500 km. Mostly on asphalt roads, highways and national roads.

LODGING

Hotels

HIGHLIGHTS
✥Mongolia Nomadic Life style
✥Ulaanbaata
✥Gobi desert
✥Beijing city tour
✥Great Wall
✥the Giant Pandas
✥Chinese Architecture
✥Yunnan Ethnic groups
✥Laos 
✥Chiangmai
✥Sukouthai
✥Bangkok

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