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Explore Tibet 8 Days
Tibet remains one of the most
interesting, remote and undeveloped parts of the
world, situated at an average elevation of 5000m
(16000 ft) above sea level. Its limited tourist
facilities are now approaching a reasonable standard.
A trip to Tibet is not for the faint hearted,
the travelling can be hard,adventurous and often
unpredictable.
Due to Tibet's high altitude,
travellers with a history of heart, lung or anemia
problems should consult a doctor before considering a
visit.
The most popular tour is this 8 day
package where clients overland in from Nepal and fly
back from Lhasa. It offers a spectacular insight into
the life and culture of these friendly people. From
the ancient monasteries with chanting monks, to the
tranquil shores of the Turquoise Lake Yamdrock, this
trip has all, concluding with the breathtaking
Trans-Himalayan flight from Lhasa to Kathmandu.
Trek type :Hotel/Lodge
Trek Grade
:Moderate (because of altitudes visited)
Duration :8 days - ex-Kathmandu
Activities : Trekking, camping, sightseeing,
rock-climbing (option)
Best Time to go : April
(last week), May, June, July, August, September
Departure dates : Every Saturday & Tuesday
of April to October
ITINERARY:
Day1: Kathmandu (1330m) - Zhangmu by
overland 2300m
Day2: Zhangmu - Xegar 4350m
Day3: Xegar - Xigatse 3900m
Day4:
Xigatse - Gyantse 3950m
Day5: Gyantse - Lhasa
3650m
Day6 & 7 Lhasa/Lhasa
Day8
Lhasa - Kathmandu by air
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: Drive
from Kathmandu to Kodari by private minibus/coach,
Kodari to Zhangmu by bus/truck and Zhangmu to Lhasa by
coach /landrover. Departure transfer in Lhasa and
sightseeing tours with English speaking guide.
Entrance fees of monasteries, accommodation for 7
nights with breakfast. Tibet visa fee and travel
permit. Lhasa to Kathmandu airfare.
Not included: Extra hotel
expenses, single room supplement where requested, any
personal expenses (bottled soft drinks, telephone
charges, video/camera fees, etc.), domestic and
international airfares, medical costs (except medical
attention given by trek leader), rescue charges,,
airport departure tax in KTM and LXA, Nepal re-entry
visa and visa extension costs, meals other than
breakfast, any costs arising from landslides, road
blockade and/or portage.
ITINERARY:
Day 1: Kathmandu to Zhangmu. (123
Kms) Early morning drive from Kathmandu to Kodari
(approx. 6 hr.). After doing immigration and custom
formalities drive to Zhangmu (approx. 35 minutes) in a
bus or truck provided there is no landslide. Otherwise
walk uphill with local porters which will take 2 hr..
to Zhangmu Immigration Post. Complete custom
formalities. Stay at Zhangmu Hotel.
Day 2:
Zhangmu to Xegar. (244 Kms) Drive (approx. 7 hr.) to
Xegar Crossing LALUNG LA (5050m) and NYALAMU (3800m)
Pass. This drive offers fantastic views of the high
mountains including Mt. Sagamartha (Everest) (8848m).
Stay at Hotel Everest.
Days 3: Xegar to
Xigatse. (244 Kms) Drive (approx. 8 hr.) to Xigatse
Crossing LHAKPA LA (5220m) and TSUO LA (4500m).
Xigatse has the famous Tashilumpo Monastery and seat
of Panchem Lama until his death in 1989. The Monastery
has the huge Thangka Wall which is clearly visible on
the north side of the road. Stay at Hotel Xigatse.
Day 4: Xigatse to Gyantse. (90 Kms) In the
morning visit the Tashilumpo Monastery and the free
market of Xigatse. In the afternoon drive to Gyantse
and visit Phalkor Monastery and Kumburn Stupa. Stay at
the Gantse Guest House
Day 5: Gyantse to
Lhasa. (259 Kms) An 8 hr drive takes you to Lhasa
Crossing, the KARO LA (5010m) and KAMBALA (4794m). You
will drive via Yamdrock Tso (Turquoise Lake) which
takes approx. 1 hour to drive around. After passing
KAMBA LA, Lhasa Valley is seen to the north. The
bridge over the Brahmaputra River is crossed before
reaching Lhasa
Day 6 & 7: Lhasa. Your
guide will take you on a sightseeing tour of Potala
Place, Norbulingka, Jokhang Temple, Drepung Monastery,
Sera Monastery and Barkhor Bazaar. Overnight at Lhasa
Holiday Inn.Day 6 & 7: Lhasa. Your guide will take
you on a sightseeing tour of Potala Place,
Norbulingka, Jokhang Temple, Drepung Monastery, Sera
Monastery and Barkhor Bazaar. Overnight at Lhasa
Holiday Inn.
Day 8: Lhasa to Kathmandu.
Prepare yourself for one of the most beautiful flights
in the world. On this TRANS HIMALAYAN FLIGHT you shall
see the Yarlung Tsangpo River, Lake Yamdruk,
Kanchenjunga (8586m), Makalu (8436m) and Sagamartha
(8848m). Transfer to Gongar Airport which takes about
2 hr. and your flight duration is one hour ten
minutes.
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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