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LHASA (Tibet) TREK
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.
Strictly speaking this is not a trek but a
driving expedition. A trip to Tibet is not for the
faint hearted, the travelling can be hard, adventurous
and often unpredictable. The road is often very dusty
with the possibility of delays due to snow.
With Tibet's high altitude, travellers with a
history of heart, lung or anemia problems should
consult a doctor before considering a visit.
This trip 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 coupled
with the breathtaking Trans-Himalayan flight from
Kathmandu to Lhasa.
Trek type:
Lodge/Hotel
Trek Grade:
Moderate/Challenging
Duration: 16
days
Activities: touring, some trekking,
sightseeing, rock-climbing (opt)
Best time to
go: May, June, July, August,
September
Departure Dates:
Every Saturday & Tuesday of April to
October
ITINERARY:
Day1 - Trip commences in Kathmandu,
introductions and formalities
Day2 -
Sightseeing around Kathmandu Valley
Day3 - Fly
Kathmandu to Lhasa - Hotel Himalaya 3650m
Day4
- Lhasa - sightseeing
Day5 - Lhasa -
sightseeing
Day6 - Lhasa - sightseeing
Day7 - Drive to Gyantse 3950m
Day8 -
Sigatse 3900m
Day9 - Sigatse
Day10 -
Drive to Shegar 4350m
Day11 - Rombuck Monastry
5100m
Day12 - Rombuck Monastry
Day13 -
Drive to Zhangbu 2300m
Day14 - Kathmandu
Day15 -
Day16 - City tour of kathmandu
Trip concludes in kathmandu
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
accommodation in Kathmandu (as per itinerary, 3 star
rating standard, B&B, twin share basis), airport
transfers, full compliment of trekking crew, all meals
while on trek (except alternative by choice), all
necessary camping gear (including sleeping bag, down
jacket), overland transportation, National Park Fees,
trekking crew insurance, emergency first aid kit.
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, tips
for crew (typically around NRp100 per trekking day),
airport departure tax (currently NRp1100 for
international destinations), Visas and visa extension
costs, lunch and evening meals while in Kathmandu
(except Namaste meal on first night)
Itinerary:
Day 1:
Arrive in Kathmandu (1336m). You will be met by your
group leader and transferred to the hotel where the
pre-trek briefing will be given. Arrangements are made
today for the distribution of your kit bag, sleeping
bag and down jacket. Remainder of the afternoon is at
your leisure.
Day 2: Day at leisure in
Kathmandu. You have time to explore Kathmandu, Patan,
Bhaktapur and the lessor known towns that dot the
valley. The area has an amazing range of fascinating
highlights, whatever your interest. Excellent
bookshops, extensive markets, novelty shops and
handicraft shops contrast with fantastic centres of
cultural and spiritual significance. Kathmandu has
more World heritage sites than any other city in the
world. A sightseeing tour is organised for your
benefit.
Days 3 to 13: Trekking programme as
per itinerary above.
Day 14: Day at leisure in
Kathmandu. A recovery day after many kilometres of
harduous travelling. This extra day also gives some
allowance for any delays experienced during the drive.
You may wish to do some sightseeing or shopping but
this is essentially a rest day. If you still have the
energy an optional Rock-climbing activity can be
organised for those who are interested or you can do
it tomorrow- an additional cost will be incurred for
this option.
Day 15: Day at leisure in
Kathmandu. There are a million things to see in
Kathmandu and we recommend you spend this day
wandering around the town and exploring the valley on
bicycle or by taxi. The old Royal Palace, Durbar
Square, Swayambhunath (the Monkey Temple),
Pashupatinath (a major Hindu shrine) and the giant
Buddhist Stupa at Bodnath are absolute musts. Our
staff can help you with arrangements or provide a
guide and/or transport should you wish, or you can
head off armed with a map and let the day unfold. An
optional Rock-climbing activity can be organised for
those who are interested - an additional cost will be
incurred for this option.
Day 16: Trip
concludes in Kathmandu. After breakfast, arrangements
cease unless further arrangements have been made.
Those people travelling by aircraft to further
destinations will be transferred to the airport and
assisted with check-in procedures. Don't forget to
have NRp1100 departure tax available for payment at
the airport.
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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