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Tibet Overland Tour |
The trip begins by drive from Kathmandu to
Nyalam. Then we make our most fascinating tour
to explore around Xigar, Xigatse, Gyantse,
Tsedang and Lhasa to observe its cultural
heritage across widely spread open spaces of the
Tibetan Plateau. Finally, we take the trip back
to Kathmandu from Lhasa by fly. This is truly
the trip of a lifetime with stunning scenery and
cultural highlights. |
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Itinerary in Details |
Days 01
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KATHMANDU-NELYAM (3,600m)- 153 km
0Departure at 0530hrs from Himalayan Trail Finder
Adventure Centre’s Office in T0h000amel. Approx 05
hours drive to Kodari (China/Nepal Boarder). Half an
hours drive to Zhangmu. After completion of
immigration formalities we drive further to NELYAM
following the Bhote Koshi River in a deep valley.
Overnight in guest house. |
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Days 02
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NELYAM-LHATSE (4,050m)-285km
Drive through NELYAM PASS (3800m) with the view of
JUGAL HIMAL. A continued drive via LALUNGLA PASS
(5050m) has some of the most outstanding view of Mt.
Xixapangma(8013m),Mt. Makalu(8,464m), Mt.
Lhotse(8516m), Mt.Cho Oyu98,201m)and Mt.
Everest(8,848m). Overnight in Guest House. |
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Days 03
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LHATSE- XIGATSE (3,900m)-150km
Depending on the road condition we will visit Shakya
Monastery, one of the oldest monasteries in Tibet,
which is 52km off the main road. Drive to Xigatse,
the place of the famous Tashilumpo Monastery and the
seat of Panchen Lama. Overnight in hotel. |
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Days 04
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XIGATSE-GYANTSE (3,950m)-90km
Morning visit the Tashilumpo Monastery including the
Bazaar of Xigatse. Drive to Gyantse takes 02 hrs.
Gyantse is small bustling town steeped in history.
In the 15th century it serced as the capital of a
small Kingdom. Visit Kumbum Chorten which was built
around 1400ad and later became the main center for
trade with British India. Overnight in hotel. |
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Days 05
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GYANTSE- LHASA (3,650m)-261km
08 hrs. drive takes you to Lhasa crossing the Karo
La Pass(5010m)and Kamba La Pass(4,794m). The Karo La
climbs between two lofty mountains. |
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Days 06-07
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IN LHASA
Sightseeing and excursions of THE POTALA PALACE, THE
JOKHANG TEMPLE, surrounding BARKHOR market, DREPUNG
MONASTRY and SERA MONASTERY. Overnight in Hotel. |
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Days 08-09
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IN LHASA
Two free days in Lhasa wondering independently
bearing all expences including all meals and
lodging. |
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Days 10
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LHASA-LHATSE
A long drive of approximately 7 hrs. leaving Lhasa
behind taking the New route skipping Gyantse.
Overnight in guest house. |
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Days 11
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LHATSE-ZANGMU
Drive from Lhatse to Zhangmu for approximately 8
hrs. Overnight In Guest house. |
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Days 12
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ZANGMU-KATHMANDU
After immigration formalities drive to Kathmandu |
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Service Includes :
All
necessary travel / trekking permits
Necessary
surface transportation in Tibet by Land Cruiser
Middle
class accommodation with breakfast apart from
trekking.
Guided
sightseeing tour in Lhasa with all entrance fees
An
English speaking Tibetan guide
Full
board camping during the trek.
Necessary
crew whilst on trek
Transfer
to and form Kathmandu airport.
Service Excludes :
Meals
except breakfast up to day 6 (Xegar)
Nepal
re-entry fee (It is suggested you apply for a
multiple entry visa for Nepal initially).
Any
extra expenses incurred due to unforeseen
circumstances.
Flight
Kathmandu / Lhasa and Airport tax. |
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