Day 6 April 23 Wednesday
Deqin to Zuogong
Sunrise over the 6740 meter highest unclimbed mountain in the world.
Travel along the north of Mekong River valley into Tibet.
Ride 349KM Alt. 3400m – 5100m Cold 10℃
Hotel serves breakfast from 7:30, so we are supposed to leave before 8:30.
Sunrise at 6:51a.m. we suggest to go viewing platform to see the spectacle, then back hotel for meal.
Today’s riding is exciting and challenging, pay enough attention on driving. Supposed 8 hours will be required, as check point and petrol refill take time.
Cold is OK with the right gear. Treacherous roads (like ice skating rings mixed with engine oil, massive potholes and no visibility are more challenging. 🥹