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| Tibet Overland Tour
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The classic route across the roof of the world.
The lure of Lhasa, capital on the roof of the world, cannot be under-estimated and it is truly a fascinating city, fully justifing its reputation. Dominated by the awe-inspiring grandeur of the Potala Palace and bustling with pilgrims circling the sacred Jokhang Temple it is a feast for the senses.
 Cross the spectacular Khamba-La (pass) with the turquoise waters of the sacred lake, Yamdrok-tso, spread below. Prayer flags, glaciers, snow covered mountain ranges - the scenery is incredible!
Gyantse stands at the junction of trade routes from India and retains the feel of a Tibetan town. The forts and well-protected monasteries of Gyantse, Shigatse and Sakya reveal a not always peaceful history - the riches within, testament to past glory.
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| Fact File |
| Trip Grade : |
Moderate
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| Trip Style: |
Guest House |
| Best Time To Go: |
April - November |
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| Tibet Overland Tour Itinerary |
| Day 01-02: |
Arrive Kathmandu 1340m
Flying into Kathmandu is an unforgettable experience with the Himalaya spread
out before you. You will be met at the airport on arrival and transferred to
your hotel. In the morning of day 2 a half-day city tour will introduce you to
some of the highlights of Kathmandu. |
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Fly to Gongkar 1 hr
drive to Lhasa 3658m
The flight from Kathmandu to Lhasa is spectacular. From Gongkar airport it is
about 1½ hours' drive to Lhasa, first along the Yarlung Tsangpo then into the Kyi Chu Valley. |
| Day04-05: |
Lhasa
With a relaxed pace to allow for the effects of altitude, explore this fantastic
city on the roof of the world. The spiritual heart of Tibet is the Jokhang
Temple and every morning is full of life as pilgrims bring offerings of butter
and barley flour. The Potala Palace rises above the city and, more than any
other sight, symbolizes the history and culture of Tibet. Nearby are the huge
monastic universities of Drepung and Sera – still active institutions.
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| Day 06: |
Gyantse 3950m
A long, yet scenic day's drive across the Khamba La and Kora La (passes), along
the shores of Lake Yamdrok Tso to Gyantse. Once an important trading town,
Gyantse retains a feel of ‘old' Tibet. |
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Shigatse 3900m
In the morning visit Gyantse's monastery – Pelkor Choede – and the justifiably famous Kumbum, within the same complex. There may also be time to visit the dzong (fort) that towers above the town. In the afternoon we make the short (2-3 hour) drive along the valley to Shigatse. |
| Day 08: |
Xegar 4050m
Tashilhunpo is the seat of the Panchen Lama, second only in importance to the
Dalai Lama. Its numerous halls contain a 21.6-meter wooden statue of Maitreya,
the future Buddha and elaborate, jewel encrusted reliquary chorten. In the
afternoon we drive to Xegar. |
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Zhangmu 2300m
Another high pass gives a last, spectacular view of the Himalaya before we leave
the Tibetan Plateau, descending to Zhangmu – on the China-Nepal border. |
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Kathmandu 1340m
Completing border formalities the drive back to Kathmandu continues down the Bote Khosi valley.
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Depart
An early start for the drive to the airport for the return flight to Kathmandu. |
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