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7-Day Small Group Lhasa,Yamdrotso Lake,Everest Base Camp Tour end at Kathmandu
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7-Day Small Group Lhasa,Yamdrotso Lake,Everest Base Camp Tour end at Kathmandu
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Highlights
This small group tour from Lhasa to Kathmandu follows the Sino-Nepal highway, which offers you amazing views of the Himalaya and the picturesque Tibetan countryside. Visit the old cities: Lhasa, Gyantse and Shigatse and cover all the highlights, give you a complete impression of Tibetan religion, cultural and breathtaking landscape.The highlighted trip to Everest Base Camp will be your life-time memory. The local Tibetan English-speaking guide will help you understand Tibet culture better and you don't need to worry about the Tibet permit issue.
Please note: small group tours have a minimum number of people request, if you want to issue flight / train tickets by yourself, you must wait for our notification of the tour and the permit of Tibet, we won't responsible for any flight/train tickets cancellation lost if you issue them before our confirmation. Thank you for your understanding.
Itinerary
Arrive in Lhasa
Lhasa
1 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeA local tour guide will welcome you at the airport or train station when you arrive in Lhasa, then you will be transfer to the hotel. Please take a rest and acclimatize the high altitude in the hotel and no need to rush for sightseeing.Tibet
Admission Ticket FreeThis small group-joined tour departs on fix date and request minimum number of people to form the group, if you want to decide your own tour date, please contact with us to check, highly recommended don't issue the tickets in advance by yourselves without checking with us for dates and permit, based on long-term good relationship with airlines, we can guarantee to get tickets for you, even with very good discount. It's also possible for arranging you go to Lhasa one or two days before tour date to get acclimatized to high altitude, of course, need to pay accommodation and picking up with guide service extra. The tour economy class which hotels in the cities are 3* and basic dormitory at Mt. Everest Base Camp, if you want to upgrade to 4* or 5* hotel (only possible in Lhasa), please contact with us for available and cost. If you are solo traveler, we will try to arrange you share the room with other odd people, but if not possible, you need to pay single supplement to get your own room.- AccommodationsOvernight in Lhasa, a 3-star hotel
Lhasa City, Potala Place, Jokhang Temple and Barkhor Street
Potala Palace
2 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedYour tour will begin from UNESCO World Heritage site - Potala Palace. As you approach Potala Palace, marvel at the 13-story fort, which dominates the Lhasa Valley at an altitude of 12,140 feet (3,700 meters). Established in the 7th century during the reign of King Songtsen Gampo, Potala Palace was built as a winter palace of the Dalai Lama. The complex, built on Red Mountain, covers 101 acres (41 hectares) and includes many sutras and painted scrolls -- a treasure of traditional Tibetan culture and Buddhism. Pass through the massive walled gates and turrets with your guide and visit the private rooms, shrine room and audience hall of the present Dalai Lama on the uppermost level of the White Palace. View the most sacred shrine, the Phakpa Lhakang Temple, as well as the entombed stupas of past Dalai Lamas. Marvel at the Namgyal Monastery assembly hall and its fascinating murals!Jokhang Temple
2 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedDesignated as part of the same UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Jokhang Temple Monastery is a spiritual center for Buddhists in Tibet. . A renowned pilgrimage destination for Tibetans, the Buddhist religious complex was founded by Queen Bhrikuti in the 7th century. Look with awe at the temple’s rich ornamentation, beautiful murals and harmonious integration with the striking landscape. Your guide will take you to the temple's most important chapels and point out the sacred Jowo Sakyamuni Buddha statue, which represents the Buddha at the age of 12.Barkhor Street
1 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedNext, continue to Barkhor Street, which runs through the heart of the old city and filled with pilgrims and street vendors. Life here has changed little over the centuries. As you walk in a clockwise direction along the circuit, you’ll find stalls selling everything from traditional Tibetan clothes to knives to prayer wheels and thangka, Tibetan scroll painting. In the evening, enjoy the welcome dinner before retiring to your hotel.- AccommodationsOvernight in Lhasa, a 3-star hotelFood And DrinksBreakfastDinner
Dadong Village with Family Visit and Sera Monastery
Sera Monastery
5 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedIn the morning, you are going to visit Dadong village, a traditional Tibetan village with no tourists visiting monastery, and have an opportunity to get close to see the local life by visit a real local family. In the afternoon visit Sera Monastery---It was one of the “three great” Gelug monasteries of Tibet and developed over the centuries as a renowned place of scholarly learning. Admire the imposing complex, built in 1419 by one of the eight disciples of Tsongkhapa, founder of the Gelugpa sect. As you explore the site, your guide will explain the significance of the picturesque green and gold design, typical of Tibetan architecture. Learn about the 1959 revolt that destroyed some of the monastery structures and caused many surviving monks to seek refuge in Mysore, India, where another Sera Monastery was established. The highlight will be monks debate around 3 pm - 5 pm.- AccommodationsOvernight in Lhasa, a 3-star hotelFood And DrinksBreakfast
Lhasa to Gyantse to Shigatse (370km)
Yamdrok Yumtso Lake
1 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedToday, you will go to Gyantse from Lhasa. On the way, you will drive by the Gampala pass (4790 m),and you will have a glimpse of Yamdrok Yumtso Lake (4400m) .The Lake is surrounded by many snow-capped mountains and be impressed by the spectacular views of Holy Mount Nyenchen Khangsar (7191m) in distance, the highest mountain near Lhasa. Escape from the noisy city and just enjoy the incredible nature at the moment.Karo La Glacier
30 minsAdmission Ticket IncludedLater, you will visit the Karola Glacier----the closest glacier to the road and one of the three major continental glaciers in Tibet. The glacier originates at Mt. Noijin Kangsang 7,191m which is one of the four holy mountains of Tibet.Manla Reservoir
30 minsAdmission Ticket IncludedStop to savour the breathtaking views of the beautiful turquoise Manla Reservoir on the Yarlong Tsangpo river. The reservoir, called the First Dam of Tibet, it functions as irrigation, power generation and flood control. Believed to be a holy place, is situated around the Simila Mountain Pass(4200m) and masses of colourful prayer flags hang cross the rocks fluttering and dancing their prayers in the breeze making this a spectacular spot that will live in your memory.Palkhor Monastery and Kumbum Stupa
1 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedKnown as the only religious art museum in China, Palkhor Monastery and Kumbum Stupa combines architecture, painting and sculpture together. Built in 1436 and surrounded by a battlement wall, the monastery and temples been well protected and wonderful setting. Enjoy the peaceful here and feel stepping back in time.Shigatse
1 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeAfter about 1.5h driving, you will reach Shigatse, the second largest city in Tibet. Take a break and relax in the evening.- AccommodationsOvernight in Shigatse, a 3-star hotelFood And DrinksBreakfast
Shigatse to Rongpuk Everest Base Camp(340km)
Tashilunpo Monastery
1 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedIn the morning, explore the Tashilunpo monastery. Founded by the 1st Dalai Lama in 1447,considered as the home of Panchen Lama and the largest monastery in the area. It display the biggest gilded Maitreya (Future Buddha) in the world and a tomb of all the Panchen Lama with jewels and gold here.Himalayas
30 minsAdmission Ticket FreeThen, you’ll leave Shigatse after getting your Alien’s travel permit, and head to Lhatse where you can have lunch. After lunch keep driving to Shegar and if the weather is clear enough, you can see the Mt. Everest in distance on the way back down. On the way, you will pass Pang la Pass(5050m), one of the highest passes in Tibet. From the pass, enjoy the stunning view of the five highest peaks in the world. After 4 - 6 h driving, you will arrive at Rongbuk monastery.- AccommodationsBig tent or dorm bed accommodation at Base Camp or Rongbuk MonasteryFood And DrinksBreakfast
Everest to Gyirong Town(350km)
Rongbuk Monastery
2 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedIn the morning, appreciate the sunrise of Everest Peak at the lodging area before visit the Rongbuk Monastery – It's a small and simple Monastery but has the most amazing views because of the Himalayas and known as the unique highest monastery with nuns and monks living together. Later on, visit the Everest Base Camp and take pictures of Mt. Everest at the closes distance in EBC.Gyirong County
Admission Ticket FreeLater, drive from EBC to Gyirong border. On the way, you can enjoy breathtaking vista of Mt. Shishapangma and Pekutso Lake. After passing the Ghungtang Lhamo(5236M), you will reach Gyirong in late afternoon.- AccommodationsOvernight in Gyirong County, a 2-Star Hotel
Gyirong to Kathmandu(160km)
Nepal
1 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeIn the morning drive you to Gyirong Border, your guide will assist you to check out of the border and see you off here. End your memorable trip.- Food And DrinksBreakfast
What's included
INCLUDED
Local Tibetan English-speaking guide
Transportation with experienced local driver
Oxygen tank when tour out of Lhasa city
Simple Meal with Dadong Local Family
Dinner
Bottled water
Admission of all the places list in the itinerary
Breakfast (5)
6 nights accommodation
Excursion bus at Everest
Permit of travel to Tibet
Airport or train statin pickup and drop-off
NOT INCLUDED
Airfare or train tickets(please contact us in advance if you prefer us to book for you)
Chinese visa
Lunch and Dinner
Gratuities
Nepalese Visa
Additional information
Must Know
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Good To Know
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Location
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Lhasa, Tibet, China
Provider
Samtour of Chengdu OTC Travel