Begin with a spectacular flight over the Himalayas followed by a
widespread insight into Tibetan culture with visits to all the
famous sights and monuments within Lhasa and its surrounds.
Start an overland journey by Land Cruiser to the famous
Monastery at Rongbuk and an excursion to the Base of Everest
visiting a number of important sights of historical interest on
the way.
Itinerary In Details.....
Day: 01
Kathmandu-Lhasa by flight
Transfer to the airport for the flight from
Kathmandu to Lhasa on China Southwest Airlines.
This one hour trans Himalayan Flight will give
you an opportunity to have an aerial view of the
Mt. Everest and other Himalaya Peaks (weather
permitting). Arrival Gonggar airport around
13.30 hrs. local time. After clearing
immigration and customs it will be a two hours
drive to cover the 93 KM. to Lhasa which is
situated at an altitude of 3650m. Upon arrival
we check in at the Snowland Hotel, right in the
heart of the old city.
Day: 02-04
Sightseeing in Lhasa.
During these three days in Lhasa we visit the
Potala Palace, Drepung and Sera Monasteries, the
Narbulinka and of course the famous Jokhang
temple including the surrounding Barkhor.
Day: 05
Lhasa-Gyantse.
You begin your overland adventure with a full
day drive to Gyantse. Along the way you cross
the Kamba La (4794m) and the Karo La pass
(5010m), both grant spectacular views. After the
Kamba La you come to Yamdrok Tso, also known as
the Turquoise lake. You will want to have your
camera ready. Altitude 3900m.
Day: 06
Gyantse-Shigatse.
This is a busy Day. In the morning visit Gyantse
stupa and monastery followed by a 2 hrs. drive
to Shigatse. Here see the.giant Buddha in the
famous Tashilunpo monastery. The seat of the
Panchen Lama.
Day: 07
Shigatse-Shegar/Lhatse.
Takes you to visit Sakya monastery. Here you can
spend the afternoon enjoying the scenery. You'll
spend the nigh t in the Tibetan truck stop town
of Lhatse.
Day: 08
Shegar/Lhatse-Rombuk.
Begins with the Tsho La (4500m) and ends with
the spectacular view of Mt. Everest from Rombuk
monastery(5,000m). Relax tonight and stroll
around the monastery.
Day: 09
Rombuk-Lao Tingri.
Get up early and start the 2-3 hour leisurely
walk (1-way) to the base-camp (5,200m) itself.
You should return early afternoon to head to Lao
Tingri. Lao Tingri is a small Tibetan town that
offers the best view from a toilet that your
liable to get any where in the world.
National Park entry permit,
Trekking permit, Land transportation to and fro, Accommodation
in lodges during the trek, Food: three meals a day, A guide &
required number of porter(s), Essential equipment.
Cost Excludes
Personal expenses, Insurance,
Tips, Emergency evacuation by Helicopter, Alternative
transportation in case of heavy rain, landslide, strike, road
blockade etc.
Base Camp From Tibet ( 10 Days) .....
