Day 1 BishkekSoak up the city's relaxed atmosphere from an open-air cafe. Day 2 HomestayLearn about life in the Kyrgyz Mountains during a family homestay in scenic Kochkor. Day 3 Bush campEnjoy a final night camping in the rugged Kyrgyz mountains. Day 4 KashgarThe dramatic cliffs, rugged mountains and friendly villages make the Torugart Pass an unforgettable journey. Day 5 TaxkorganThe snowcapped peaks of the Pamir Mountains are a breathtaking backdrop. Day 6 Bush campWatch the sun glisten on the glassy waters of Lake Karakul and maybe take an optional horseride around the lake's peaceful shores. Days 7-8 KashgarShop with the 50,000 strong crowds at the frenetic Kashgar Sunday Market. Days 9-10 Bush campWinding through deserts and past the mighty Pamir and Kunlun Mountains, the southern Silk Road is one of the world's best roadtrips. Days 11-12 TurpanDiscover the history of this once crucial Silk Road town, or escape the heat inside a cool cafe. Days 13-14 Bush campThe shifting colours of the desert sands make this an ideal place to pitch a tent. Days 15-16 DunhunagThe breathtaking Buddhist art adorning the spectacular Mogao Caves is believed to be the best of its kind in the world. Day 17 GolmundThis mining town is the perfect pit stop before the Tibetan journey ahead. Days 18-20 Bush campWander at the vast Tibetan Plateau where wide-open grasslands are ringed by snowcapped peaks. Day 21 AmdoWatch yak herds graze beneath the vivid blue sky. Days 22-24 LhasaDiscover the holy city of Lhasa, and explore its many sights including the Potala Palace - the 1,000 roomed palace of the exiled Dalai Lama. Day 25 Bush campAdmire the turquoise waters, picturesque islands and small villages that dot Yamdrok Tso Lake. Day 26 GyantseShop for wool carpets or visit the colourful five-storied Pelkhor Chode Temple. Day 27 ShigatseExplore the dazzling Tashilhunpo Monastery, which at its peak housed over 4,000 monks. Day 28 Bush campThe Friendship Highway winds through stunning scenery, yak herds, rural villages and glistening lakes. Day 29 BaipaSet amongst spectacular mountain peaks, Baipa is a scenic break. Day 30 Everest Base CampTravel overland to the Everest Base Camp and glimpse the top of the world's highest mountain. Day 31 BaipaRelax back in Baipa. Days 32-33 Zhangmu regionWatch colourful prayer flags flutter in the wind while crossing into Nepal. Days 34-36 KodariFollow the steep gorges and zigzagging roads that tumble through the countryside on this isolated stretch of road. Day 37 KathmanduCelebrate the end of this epic adventure on arrival in Kathmandu.
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