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Rent motorbike Kashgar

Last post by imdumas « Fri Sep 01, 2017 2:49 pm

by imdumas » Fri Sep 01, 2017 2:49 pm

Hello guys!

I would like to know if it's possible to rent a motorbike in Kashgar. It would be just for one day. I want to explore around!

Thank you...

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Fri Sep 01, 2017 2:49 pm
Chinese Visa Extensions Within China (For Cyclist)

Last post by OH1984 « Mon Aug 14, 2017 3:03 am

by OH1984 » Mon Aug 14, 2017 3:03 am

Hey all,

my wife and I are planning a long cycle trip across China, Mongolia and into Central Asia. We are both South African citizens.

We are...

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Last post by OH1984
Mon Aug 14, 2017 3:03 am
China Visa from Delhi?

Last post by timagius91 « Thu Aug 10, 2017 5:32 pm
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by timagius91 » Sun Jul 10, 2016 1:56 am

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Anyone know if it can be arranged at the embassy in Delhi or online? I'm Australian and already in Asia! :)

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I did it earlier this year - although mine was rejected! My lesson learnt - DON'T say you're going to Xinjiang if that's your plan!

About the...

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Thu Aug 10, 2017 5:32 pm
Applying for Chinese Visa with Pakistani Visa in passport?

Last post by Carlos 89 « Sun Jun 18, 2017 12:15 pm
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by WitekM » Sat Apr 15, 2017 1:14 pm

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Does it increase chances of being refused Visa?

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Hi, I got a one month Chinese visa in Dhaka with a pakistani visa in my passport. Applying in Dhaka for a Chinese visa is very easy btw, though...

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Sun Jun 18, 2017 12:15 pm
Selling a decent used trekking bike in shanghai

Last post by Stefvdp « Wed May 31, 2017 12:24 pm
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by Stefvdp » Sat May 20, 2017 10:55 am

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I'm in kyrgyzstan atm on a cycling tour to shanghai.

I was thinking to sell my bike after at the finish line. Anyone experience with selling used...

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I replaced bottom bracket in Kyrgyzstan and chain rings + new casette
Frame still shines...

Don't asume im manhandling my black steed man! 😭

I'll...

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Wed May 31, 2017 12:24 pm
North Korea trip (US citizen)

Last post by exploreout « Wed Apr 26, 2017 5:40 pm
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by exploreout » Tue Aug 02, 2016 5:40 am

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Have you ever used any of the travel agents inside China to take a trip to North Korea? This is also something I was considering doing since I am an...

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I did locate a Chinese company that does tours there. He said Americans have to enter/ depart via Beijing not via rail like everyone else.

This was...

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Last post by exploreout
Wed Apr 26, 2017 5:40 pm
Crossing China from Erenhot (Mongolia) to Mohan (Laos) in October 2016

Last post by steven « Thu Apr 20, 2017 6:07 am
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by dianad » Mon Jan 25, 2016 10:35 am

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We plan to cross China from Erenhot (Mongolia) to Mohan (Laos) around October 2016 and we are looking for travelers who plan the same route to share...

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Find some info regarding driving your own car in china here:

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Last post by steven
Thu Apr 20, 2017 6:07 am
Hong Kong to Guangzhou by FERRY!

Last post by Traveller11 « Wed Apr 05, 2017 2:03 pm
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by Traveller11 » Sun Mar 26, 2017 7:39 pm

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Hi Folks,

In planning a trip to China for my wife and I our plan is to start in Hong Kong staying in accommodation in Kowloon and then we would then...

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Hello cheriska,

While I am very grateful for your help and information which is brilliant!

I did find out that to get to our final destination in...

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Wed Apr 05, 2017 2:03 pm
Qinghai lake

Last post by bboti « Wed Feb 08, 2017 6:53 am
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by bboti » Wed Jan 04, 2017 10:52 am

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Hi,

I have plans to visit some friends in Xi'an (Chine). I also have some plans to a multi-day bike trip in the area. Anybody has any experience in...

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Wow, your report sounds wonderful. It really made my day. It seems that 50km biking a day is doable for us.
Thanks a lot for the info, Botond

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Wed Feb 08, 2017 6:53 am
Vintage Rolls West to East on Silk Road through China

Last post by Jalopyjaunt « Sun Jan 29, 2017 4:21 pm
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by Charles » Wed Jul 13, 2016 9:41 am

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Do esteemed readers feel this is possible: both for obtaining a visa and the practicalities of the route? Thanks in advance

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Hello sir, i'm planning an australia to canada trip in a 28 ford truck, i'm wondering how you your plan is forming?
Regards, doug

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Sun Jan 29, 2017 4:21 pm
Lao-China-Kirghizistan/Kazakhstan March 2017 : Looking for partners

Last post by steven « Tue Jan 10, 2017 3:28 pm
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by Sylvain » Tue Jan 10, 2017 2:40 am

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Hi alls,

Consequently to Thai new regulation for overlander, I will have to go back by road to Europe. I am looking for friends to share travel...

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Hi Sylvain, I copied it to the travel sharing forum for a better chance of discovery by others.

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Last post by steven
Tue Jan 10, 2017 3:28 pm
INNER MONGOLIA

Last post by ZenitramF « Sun Dec 11, 2016 6:39 pm
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by ZenitramF » Thu Dec 01, 2016 8:55 pm

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Good night to all!

I am planning a trip to Inner Mongolia and Alashan Province, next year maybe spirng or late summer.

please any advice and...

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No worries Steven! As you know, challenges sometimes take a bit longer ! ;-)
regards!

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Last post by ZenitramF
Sun Dec 11, 2016 6:39 pm
Kyrgistan -> China - Overland

Last post by steven « Tue Oct 04, 2016 8:58 am
Replies: 10
by travellermex » Mon Apr 25, 2016 10:40 am
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Hello everyone,

I would like to travel from Kyrgistan to China overland. Apparently the easiest border crossing is the Irkeshtam Pass.
According to...

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Hi roro,

try KBT, CBT and Oldworldtours to check prices. Haven't read ,uch in the way of reviezws;
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Last post by steven
Tue Oct 04, 2016 8:58 am
Chinese SIM Card

Last post by carabruan « Fri Sep 30, 2016 4:52 am
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by Aleco » Sun Sep 11, 2016 4:19 pm

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Is it possible to get a sim card in china, for mobile phone\data traffic?

If yes, any suggestions?

Thank you!

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We bought a chinese SIM Card from China Mobile. We were told, it is the only company that sells SIM Cards, which are usable in whole China (not only...

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Fri Sep 30, 2016 4:52 am
buying original and genuine hiking and outdoor gear in China

Last post by carabruan « Fri Sep 30, 2016 4:41 am
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by kenkokafe » Wed Sep 09, 2015 1:15 am

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We are just heading to China and we need new sleeping bags, pair of boots and a rucksack. Does anyone know of a shop/chain that sell genuine gear? We...

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The best store we found was Sanfo. There you can find genuine good stuff (MSR, Thermarest, SeaToSumit etc.) Even chinese outdoor people recommended...

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Last post by carabruan
Fri Sep 30, 2016 4:41 am
Kashgar to Lhasa

Last post by carabruan « Fri Sep 30, 2016 4:33 am
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by eliottsmithfan » Wed Aug 05, 2015 9:25 am

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Hello Caravanistan folk!

Great website, whatever is left from my travel budget, i will set something aside to make a donation!

My question: Is...

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We are two cyclists from Europe and are now already two months in China. We were not able to cycle to Lhasa. Here is the information we got in...

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Last post by carabruan
Fri Sep 30, 2016 4:33 am
recommended overland tour guides through China

Last post by roro « Fri Jul 08, 2016 2:00 pm
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by rb30e » Fri Apr 19, 2013 2:40 am

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Hi,

Firstly I would like to thank you for making such a well laid out informative site. It has been invaluable for us while planning our trip.

We...

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Thanks, Steve!

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Last post by roro
Fri Jul 08, 2016 2:00 pm
crossing china border with motorcycles

Last post by steven « Wed Jun 22, 2016 6:46 am
Replies: 1
by Fra82 » Sun Jun 19, 2016 1:03 pm

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Hi guys,

In one month I'm starting my long trip from Italy to South east Asia . I've many doubts...

First step wanna be reach Vladivostok and then...

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Have a look at for an overview of your options

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Last post by steven
Wed Jun 22, 2016 6:46 am
Nepal-China-Kyrgystan

Last post by bwv812 « Fri Mar 04, 2016 6:43 am
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by h.vanderkolff » Fri Mar 04, 2016 4:05 am

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Hi guys,

I'm planning to travel from Nepal to Kyrgyzstan (understood from the site that that's the best way to get into the 'stans' from China)...

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Well, you need a Chinese visa, and then you need a Tibet travel permit.

Since the Chinese visa doesn't specify a port of entry, just apply for a...

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Last post by bwv812
Fri Mar 04, 2016 6:43 am
buying a mobile phone and a notebook in China

Last post by kenkokafe « Fri Sep 11, 2015 3:13 pm
Replies: 2
by kenkokafe » Wed Sep 09, 2015 1:22 am

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I'm looking to buy:
a meizu o xiaomi phone in China and a notebook with UK keyboard. Any shops, bazaars or malls that sell original and good stuff?...

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Thanks fir the reply.
I'm trying to translate the site, but I think you hit the nail on the head, cuz I'm looking to buy the meizu m2 mini o the...

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Last post by kenkokafe
Fri Sep 11, 2015 3:13 pm
Current state of kashgar - Tashkurgan road?

Last post by funkyboots « Fri Jun 12, 2015 11:29 am
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by funkyboots » Thu Jun 11, 2015 3:31 am

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Anyone bussed it from Kashgar to tashkurgan lately? I was planning on heading there and back as a side trip, before heading east. A local guide tells...

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Fantastic reply, thanks a million for your input! I had come up through the 'stans and found them a bit of a let down after 6 weeks in Iran......

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Last post by funkyboots
Fri Jun 12, 2015 11:29 am
Karakoram Pass and K2 north face trekking Q&A

Last post by steven « Mon Apr 14, 2014 5:10 am
Replies: 1
by andyoxus » Sun Apr 13, 2014 7:04 pm

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Does anyone have any experience with either of these trips?

My understanding is that K2 North Face can be trekked in the summer (except July/August...

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I know on the Pakistani side of K2 you need permits to trek, and on the Chinese side you need permits to climb, but not sure about trekking. It's...

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Mon Apr 14, 2014 5:10 am

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