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Tibet Culture Tour
& Everest Base Camp Trek
Trek
type : Hotel
Trek Grade : Moderate (because of
altitudes visited)
Duration : 4 days -
ex-Kathmandu
Activities : Culture Tour &
Camping Trek
Best Time to go :
April (last week), May, June, July, August,
September
Departure dates :
Every Saturday & Tuesday of April to
October
Day 1: Arrival and transfer to
hotel O/n Hotel Royal Singi.
Day 2: City tour
in Kathmandu o/n Hotel Royal singi.
Day 3: Fly
to Lhasa from Kathmandu
After flying a long
time to Nepal I am sure you dread another day of
flying. However, this remarkable flight last only an
hour while crossing the Himalayan range. As you may
expect the striking mountain views surround you the
entire time. Once you arrive at Gonggar airport, an
easy two hour drive will take you to your final
destination of the traditional l Lhasa Jinbo hote
Grand The remainder of the day can be spent relaxing
and exploring some of the many sights in Lhasa.
Day 4: IN Lhasa
Haven't you always
dreamed of visiting the ancient Tibetan monasteries?
Our knowledgeable English speaking guide will show you
everything there is to see in some of these renowned
sights. First off we will explore the beautifully
preserved Sera Monastery. Many of the pictures you see
of Tibet are of these buildings with their white
washed walls and golden roofs. To this day several
hundred monks live and study in this architecture. The
afternoon will be spent exploring the Jokhang temple
and Norbulingka.
The Norbunglinka is another
astounding piece of architecture and was once the
summer palace of the Dalai Lama. Jokhang Temple will
provide you one of your first sights of devout
Tibetans, as hundreds visit this sacred shrine each
day. The central market of Lhasa, the Barkor,
surrounds the Jokhang Temple. In these cobbled streets
you can experience more Tibetan culture and even
purchase some amazing crafts.
Day 5: IN
LHASA
To explore some of the ancient quarters
of the Dalai Lama we will visit Potala Palace in the
morning. Be prepared for astonishment as this grand
palace has been around since before the 17th century.
To add even more history and culture we will also
visit Drepung Monastery. Once home to over 10,000
monks, the Drepung Monastery is still a beautiful
sight to see. Miraculously it was one of the few
sights to escape the Cultural Revolution without
widespread damage.
Day 6: IN
LHASA
Today is a day for you to relax, properly
acclimatize, and further explore Lhasa. The choices
range from enjoying a meal in one of the excellent
restaurants to exploring more monasteries or browsing
in the towns markets. Take it easy and have a great
day!
Day 7: DRIVE LHASA - GYANTSE
In
the morning we will depart from Lhasa and travel in
Land cruisers along the Friendship highway. Numerous
passes, such as Khambo La and Kharo La, provide
wondrous views of the Himalayan range. A colossal
glacier rises nearly straight up from the road as we
pas Kharo La. The drive is no daunting task as we pass
through many more beautiful Tibetan valleys and quiet
villages along the way. Our final destination is the
first class Gyantse hotel.
Day 8: DRIVE
GYANTSE
We will be given the opportunity of
experiencing more wondrous Tibetan culture as we see
the Gyantse Dzong and Kumbum. Expansive views of the
valley can be seen from the ancient Dzong fort. The
Kumbum is much more than a stupa, as it is surrounded
by numerous Tibetan murals and small chapel houses.
Even if you are no art connoisseur you will be amazed
by these ancient murals and architecture.
We
continue on with a short drive to Shigatse, the second
largest city in Tibet. Not a minute is wasted as we
have a full afternoon of exploring the local markets
and monasteries. It is very intriguing to see how
ancient Tibetan culture compares to the modern day
culture we will experience. There are endless amounts
of sights, both modern and ancient, to see around this
city.
Day 9: DRIVE SHIGATSE - SHEGAR
Once more we will drive along the Friendship
Highway and immerse ourselves in the wondrous views of
the Tibetan plateau. Along the way we will cross our
highest pass of the journey, Gyamtso La, as well as
numerous nomadic herders. The night will be spent in
the comfortable Hotel Quomolongma.
Day 10:
DRIVE SHEGAR RONGBUK
We will leave Shegar in
the morning and cross the Pang La pass. The view from
the top is truly awe-inspiring as nearly the entire
Himalayas are laid out before you. This may be your
first real glimpse of Everest.
Day 11: RONGBUK
EVEREST BC
Our ninth day will be spent enjoying
the barren yet awe-inspiring surroundings of the
Everest Base Camp. It is a life changing experience to
stare up into the world's largest mountain. We will
slowly begin to acclimatize.
Day 12: RONGBUK
EVEREST BC
To be safe, another day must be
spent properly acclimatizing in Rongbuk. You can relax
during the day and explore the area even further.
Day 13: TREK FROM EVEREST BASE CAMP TO CAMP
Our first challenging trek will be made to
Base Camp 1. Along the way we can explore the Rongbuk
Glacier and surrounding areas. The views around this
massive glacier are some of the best in the world. We
will take a trail that rises to the east side of this
ice cap and heads toward the peak of Mt. Everest. The
hike is fairly short, but the high altitude may still
be hard for many so relax today and enjoy exploring
this amazing area.
Day 14: TREK TO INTERIM
CAMP
Our trekking trail today will meander
over gravel hills to the west of the glacier. Another
scenic day awaits us as we spend the night at the
interim camp. Ice pinnacles surround us in all
directions. What an amazing experience!
Day
15: REST DAY IN INTERIM CAMP
Today is another
day to rest and properly acclimatize. We are now at
extremely high altitudes, and must take all necessary
safety precautions! Small excursions can be taken
today and wonderful pictures abound.
Day 16:
TREK TO CAMP 2
Today we ascend even farther
into the intricate maze of ice as we meet up with the
Changste glacier. It is such an incredible experience
to be hiking on the world's highest mountain! Today
our camp is even more beautiful than past sites. We
are surrounded on all sides by varying glaciers and
hanging ice. The Serac Highway protrudes a gravel
point into the center of these amazing ice formations.
Day 17: TREK TO ABC [6340M] AND RETURN TO CAMP
2
It is completely up to you today whether you
want to spend the night at Base camp 3 or simply hike
there during the day and return to Base Camp 2. The
walk will be much more enjoyable tomorrow if we stay
at the second base camp. However, if you wish we can
spend the night at an even higher altitude and
impressive location. Camp 3 lies in the center of
flattened gravel mounds next to the glacier. Today we
can observe many of the challenging pinnacles, ridges,
and even the rock summit of Everest. Camp 3 is only
2400 meters from the top. What a sight it is to
finally arrive at nearly the highest point in the
world!
Day 18: RETURN TO BASE
CAMP
Today is a long day as we cruise downhill
back towards the first base camp. Wonderful sights
abound as we leave this amazing peak.
Day 19:
DRIVE RONGBUK - NYALAM
On our second to last
day we will rejoin the Friendship Highway and
experience another amazing drive through Tibet. Once
again we will cross two high passes with magnificent
Himalayan views. Towards the end of the day we will
descend from the Tibetan plateau and arrive in Nyalam.
It is a huge relief for many to arrive back in this
lush town with showers and beds.
Day 20: DRIVE
NYALAM - KATHMANDU
Today is a sad day for most
as we end our journey. In the morning we will cross
the Friendship Bridge and head back into Nepal. We
must bid a fond farewell to our Tibetan guide and go
through all the necessary border paperwork. Our
Nepalese staff will meet you on the other side and
take you your last five hours into Kathmandu.
Day 21: Free day in Kathmandu o/n Hotel Royal
singi.
Day 22: Transfer to airport for onward
destination.
Cost: We will be
pleased to quote you a price based on your
requirements. Please submit the booking/enquiry form
or give us a call. Or send us an Email
Cost includes: Hotel Royal
Singi 4 night On BB Plan. City tour in Kathmandu as
per itinerary above with English speaking culture
guide. Entrance fee of sightseeing places in Kathmandu
Valley. Lhas Ginbo Grand hotel in Lhasa on BB plan in
Tibet as per itinerary above. All land transportation.
(Land crusier 4500 new model during the visit to
Tibet). Tibet permit & entrance fee, Tibet visa.
sightseeing in Tibet with English spoken guide as per
itinerary above. Air fare Kathmandu to Lhasa. China
Custom formalities, drive down to Friendship bridge,
exit to Nepal AM then transfer to Kathmandu by private
Mini Bus with aircondition.
Not
included : All personal expenses. Travel
& health insurance. Lunch & drinks. Airport
Taxes in Kathmandu airport Rs 1695 PP. Medical
expenses, Rescue charge if applicable. Extra expenses
occurring due to illness. Accident. Road blockage,
Landslides. Snow fall and floods etc to hire extra
transport and facilities etc. staff tips, Nepal
re-entry visa. Any extra cost which is not mentioned
above.
The above itinerary and times are a
guide only. The itinerary may change at any time due
to weather and/or trail conditions or for any other
reason deemed necessary by the trek leader. Your
Leader will always make the final decision after
assessing the situation and consulting with our Nepali
crew and the group members. Trekking times are
estimated only but have been calculated to give the
trekker a comfortable pace throughout the trek.
Challenging Treks:- these
treks will involve high altitude activity and the
occasional pass-crossing with walks of up to 9 hours
per day with altitudes not exceeding 6000 metres.
These are physically demanding treks.
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