Cycle the Pamir Highway
📍 Tajikistan🔄 Repeatable👤 18+
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This 1,200-mile high-altitude route through the Pamirs reaches 14,000+ feet with brutal climbs, unpredictable weather, and minimal infrastructure. You'll cycle past stunning alpine lakes, encounter nomadic herders, and push your physical and mental limits on one of the world's most challenging bike routes.
Difficulty
80/100Extreme
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Cost
$1,000 – $3,000
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Time
longer
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People
1–6
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Setting
outdoor
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Season
summer
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Equipment
mountain bike, camping gear, repair tools
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