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Difficulty Level
This trip is a true overland adventure at its finest. We pass through
wonderfully remote areas including mountain passes reaching altitudes
of over 5000 metres.
Accommodation
Superior class hotels (3 nights), Tourist class hotels (8 nights)
Transportation
Chartered minibus, plane
Food Included
11 Breakfast, 4 Lunches, 6 Dinners
Duration
12 days
Tour leader
throughout
Budget
Allow US$200 for meals not included. See Trip Notes for spending money.
Notes
Please note that some western governments are currently recommending the
deferral of non-essential travel to Nepal. Please check your government's
advice for their latest travel information before both booking this trip
and leaving home, as we want you to travel fully informed. Our itinerary
is currently running as normal. We continue to monitor the safety situation
on a regular basis and if any changes occur to the running of the trip
we will notify you immediately.
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Kathmandu, Lhasa, Gyantse, Buddhist monasteries,
Shigatse. Discover the remote beauty and exteme diversity of the
Roof of the World. Local hospitality preludes the sublime beauty of a
Himalayan panorama. We'll traverse remote lands, visit active Buddhist
monasteries and immerse ourselves in the religious culture of this remarkable
part of the world for a travel experience unlike any other.
Day 1-3 Kathmandu
As the capital of Nepal, Kathmandu's charms are well known to travellers
from all over the globe. Visit Durbur Square, Swayambhunath and the valley
town of Bhaktapur before a day trip to the rim of Kathmandu Valley for
spectacular mountain views.
Day 4-7 Lhasa
The remote beauty of the Potala Palace, the awe-inspiring Sera Monastery
and the Dalai Lama's summer palace at Norbulingka are just a few of the
many incredible sights on offer in this spiritual city.
Day 8 Gyantse
Retaining much of its original Tibetan charm Gyantse is home to the country's
largest stupa. Explore the superb Gyantse Kumbum with its endless Buddhist
images and the imposing old fort.
Day 9, 10 Shigatse
Tour the walled Tashilhunpo Monastery with its ancient chapels and sacred
tombs. Join the monks on their kora as they circle the monastery in a
clockwise direction while the prayer wheels spin in unison.
Day 11, 12 Kathmandu
Enjoy the energetic street life and curio shopping in the colourful Kathmandu
district of Thamel before a delicious farewell banquet.
Included Highlights
Lhasa - entrance to the Potala Palace
Jokhang Temple
Sera Monastery
Drepung Monastery and Norbulingka
Gyantse - entrance to Gyantse Kumbum
Shigatse - entrance to Tashilhunpo Monastery
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