Day 01: Fly to Lhasa. Arrive Lhasa, transfer to Hotel
Day 02: AM: Guided tour of Jokhang Temple and Barkhor Market
PM: Guided tour of Norbulinka, the summer Palace of Dalai Lama
Day 03: Guided tour of Potala, the winter palace of the Dalai Lama & Drepung , the biggest Monastic University of Tibet
Day 04: Depart via Yamdrok Lake to Gyangtse, Visit Gyangtse Kubum Stupa & Pelkhor Chode Monastery
Day 05: Drive Gyangtse to Shigatse, En route visit Shalu Monastery, visit Tashilhunpo Monastery and Shigatse Market
Day 06: Drive Shigatse to Shegar, En route visit Sakya Monastery
Day 07: Drive to Zhangmu, En route visit Milerapa Cave, Zhangmu Hotel
Day 08: Walk across friend ship Bridge and drive back to Kathmandu
Note: In monsoon season part of the road from Lamasangu to Kodari can be disrupted due to landslide. In such situation it is often necessary to walk for several hours. In winter snow can disrupt the road that goes through narrow pass from Zangmu to Nilamu.
The above itinerary and schedule is guideline only. It is subject to change due to logistic, local, technical, weather and other condition beyond our control. In such situation the company or its agent/representative reserve right to alter (lengthen or shorten) any program when necessary. Any cost resulting from such change must be borne by the passenger.
We advise all the participants to allow atleast 2 nights before the trip departure in Kathmandu
Cost Include:
01. Hotel Dhoodgu/Yak or similar in Lhasa &
best available en route with daily breakfast,
02. Transportation by 4 WD Land Cruiser (Toyota 4500, the best
available in Tibet)
03. Guided sightseeing tours with all entrance fees,
04. Travel permit, Tibet visa & airport transfers
Cost Exclude:
01. Hotels in Kathmandu,
02. Airfare: Kathmandu to Lhasa US$ 334 per preson one way
03. Airport departure tax Rs. 1695 per person, personal clothing & equipments
04. Any expenses incurred in emergency evacuation/road block due any reason
05. Client's insurance
Tibet Travel Information
Trip to Tibet is a fantastic and special experience. It is adventurous. It is ancient Tibet and Modern China in the process of blending together. Tibet is enchanting. It is one of the most remote part of the world. Most of Tibet, including Lhasa, is at an elevation of more than 3658meter (12000ft). The sight of pilgrims prostating themselves in front of Jhokang must be seen to be comprehended. Tibetans from remote part of the country makes their pilgrimage to Lhasa. It is pilgrimage of their lifetime. As you go around Jokhang temple, Lhasa’s cathedral, you come across with pilgrims prostrating themselves, tall Khampas with red braids in their hair, Chinese tourists, and traders selling goods that you can not imagine.
The flight over the Himalaya makes spectacular crossing rarely seen anywhere in the world. The lush green color in Nepal slowly fades away and arid and dull grey plateau appears which in turn turns into blue sky as you land at Lhasa. The highest mountain in the world, Mt. Everest, and another 8000 meter peak of Mt. Makalu dominates the breathtaking view.
The distance in Tibet is very wide and the road is rough. So schedule are often disrupted by mechanical problem, floods, or landslides. To tackle the problems that arises out of these unforeseen circumstances you would certainly need spirit of adventure and patience. Infact your journey to Tibet would be a rewarding and unforgettable experience like the one Tibetan pilgrims get once they are in Lhasa.
The trip to Tibet is in high altitude region. The road is at elevation above 3600 meter (12000ft) above sea level most of the time it goes as high as 5300 meter if you go to base camp of Everest or Kailas in a short period. In case of altitude problem with a member of the group it is always priority of the group to attend the sick person for his safety. There are medical facilities at Zangmu, Xigar, Xigaze, and Lhasa but not other places. Medical facilities are limited and possibility of Medical evacuation is negligible.
CHINESE EMBASSY AT KATHMANDU GRANTS VISAS ONLY ON MONDAYS, WEDNESDAYS & FRIDAYS.
We require your complete personal details (each one of them mentioned below ) in the follwing manner
through E-MAIL :
FIRST NAME:
FAMILY NAME:
DATE OF BIRTH:
SEX:
NATIONALITY:
OCCUPATION:
PASSPORT NUMBER:
PASSPORT ISSUED DATE:
PASSPORT EXPIRY DATE:
And also a photocopy of your Passport ( PHOTOPAGE ) through FAX ( earlier the better ) in order to process the necessary Group Chinese Visa / TTB Permit
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
Private arrangement tour
Departure date: As per your choice dates
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Tibet
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