Beijing-Lhasa-EBC Tour
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Kumbum Chorten Gyantse
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Trip Itinerary
Day 1: Leave Beijing on a train experiencing world’s highest train journey.
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Day 2: Journey by Train to Lhasa.
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Day 3: Arrival in Lhasa
Arrival in Lhasa, our representative meets you at the train station & transfer to Lhasa. Overnight Hotel
Day 4: Lhasa guided sightseeing tour
After breakfast, we set off for a full day guided sightseeing tour. Today, we visit Potala Palace, Norbulinkha Palace (the summer palace of Dalai Lama) and Jokhang temple & Barkhor Square. Overnight Hotel
Day 5: Lhasa guided sightseeing tour
Today, we visit two of the very significant Monasteries, Drepung Monastery and Sera Monastery, of Tibet. Both monasteries are located off the main city. Overnight Hotel
Day 6: Drive, Lhasa to Gyantse (3950 m.) – 370 KMs, 9 hrs
Early morning, we proceed for Gyantse via Lake Yamdruk (Yamdruk Tso). Gyantse is the fourth largest city in Tibet (after Shigatse and Chamdo). It is small as cities go (population perhaps 15,000) and largely Tibetan in character not touched so much by outside Chinese influence. Strategically sited at a junction between Shigatse and Lhasa, it lies along the caravan routes from Sikkim and Bhutan in the south, Gyantse assumed an important role as a military center and market town- particularly for wool and handicrafts. Gyantse jeweled with some ancient Monastery and Stupa. We visit Khumbum stupa, Gyantse Dzong and Palkor Choide Monastery in Gyantse. Overnight at Hotel
Day 7: Drive, Gyantse to Shigatse (3900 m.) – 92 KMs, 1.5 hrs
After breakfast, we head out to Shigatse. In Shigatse we visit the Tashilungpu Monastery, the official Panchen Lama's residence, built in 1447, although it did not really become the seat of the Panchen Lama until almost 200 years later. Overnight at Hotel
Day 8: Shigatse to Xegar (New Tingri) – 280 KMs, 6 hrs
Today, you have an extensive distance to travel to reach Xegar (new Tingri) via two high passes en route. Overnight at Guesthouse
Day 9: Drive, Xegar to Everest Base Camp (Rongbuk village - 4920 m.) 4 hrs.
You are reaching to your ultimate destination (Rongbuk – Base of Mt. Everest) today via Pangla pass. Rongbuk, where the highest Monastery in the world is established lies some 8 kms from Everest Base Camp. There are magnificent views up the valley of Mount Everest and Cho-Oyu which can be seen from the guest house. Then after We will drive further to stay overnight in Old-Tingri. Overnight at Guesthouse
Day 10: Drive, Rongbuk to Kyirong (2700 m.) 257 Km, 7 hrs
THere your day begins with full of excitement for leading your journey towards to Kyirong. On the way we have breathtaking panorama view of Himalayan ranges including Mt Shishapangma (8012m) and Mt Cho Oyu (8201m) and others more beautiful Tibetan landscapes. Overnight at Hotel
Day 11: Drive Kathmandu 1300 m, 160 km (7 hrs).
Morning after early breakfast drive down to Rasuwagadhi border, cross over the Friendship Bridge then drive back to Kathmandu. Overnight at Hotel (room on twin sharing basis) * Kyirong to Rasuwagadhi border- 25 km (1 hr).
Inclusion
- All necessary travel permits
- Transportation in Tibet with Deluxe Van
- Accommodation in Tibet with breakfast (on sharing)
- Two days guided sightseeing tour in Lhasa
- Tibetan Guide (English speaking)
- Monastery entrance fees / sightseeing entrance fees
- Everest region entrance fee
- Nepal/Tibet border (Kodari) to Kathmandu transfer with private vehicle
- All applicable taxes and service charge
Exclusion
- Meals in Tibet other than breakfast
- Chinese Visa
- Nepal entry visa fee
- Flight OR Train tickets from Mainland China to Lhasa
- your travel insurance
- Insurance for any loss and damage
- Personal tip for guide and driver
- Any additional expenses due to unforeseen circumstances
Price On Request
Trip Overview
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Duration: 11 Days
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Trip Start & End Point: Beijing / Kathmandu
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Group Size: 2 Person Or Above
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Mode Of Tour: Teahouse / Lodge
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Transportation & Drive Hours: Private Vehicle
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Best Season: April Through November
