| Namtso Chu, Lhasa and Everest - 16 days |
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Nam Tso, or the ' Sky Lake ', is Tibet 's largest lake, a magnet for pilgrims, many of whom undertake a ritual circumambulation (taking 18 days), as well as a sanctuary for many fascinating species of native and migratory birds. The lake, 190 km from Lhasa , is 70 km long, 30 km wide and is situated at an elevation of 4718 metres.
Our trek takes you across Nyenchen Thangla , Tibet 's magnificent median range, whose snow-capped mountains flank the lake, with the highest peak Mt Nyenchen Thangla, 7088 m, towering above the water. |
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The trek is circular, beginning and ending in the Damshung valley. We climb out of the valley via Largen La, 4970 m, and then descend to the Tashi Dorjee hermitage on the lake's south-eastern peninsula. This is a network of dozens of deserted limestone caves, some of which contain unusual, primitive cave paintings. This part of the lake, with its unsurpassed sense of space, is among the most breathtakingly dramatic areas of central Tibet . From Tashi Dorjee, we trek back to the Damshung valley via the remote region of Nyenchen Thangla and the 5150 metre Kang La pass.
The best season for trekking around the Nam Tso Lake is late May to mid October. However you should be prepared for the possibility of wet weather, snow and cold winds at any time. Summer rain can be quite persistent during July and August and fallen snow sometimes blocks the route at Largen La.
We can customize the trekking programme from 2 to 7 days, depending on your time limitations. |
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Day 1: Kathmandu - Lhasa, 3650 m, 90 kms
Transfer to airport to connect SZ 408 KTM-LXA flight. Upon arrival you will be met by our Tibet representative & transfer to Hotel.
Day 2 & 3: Lhasa
We will have two full days in Lhasa to make excursions to the following places:
The Jokhang
The Jokhang is the principal and holiest Buddhist temple in Lhasa , as well as all of Tibet . It is the focus of devotion of hundreds of Tibetans from near and far who circle it to gain spiritual merit. The Jokhang was first constructed in the 7th century and has a large gold image of Sakyamuni Buddha.
Sera and Drepung
Sera monastery, founded in 1419, is a monastery of the Gelugpa order. Its many white buildings sit at the base of a rocky hill. Gilded, bell-shaped gyamtschens grace the roofs of many of the larger buildings.
Drepung used to have 8,000 monks who were taught in the traditions of Vajrayana, Mahayana, and Sutrayana, the three vehicles of Tibetan Buddhism.
Potala Palace
The 13-story Potala Palace is reputed to contain 1,000 rooms and hundreds upon hundreds of brilliant thangkas, frescoes, and images built in an era when religious art was created anonymously as a means of gaining merit for future lives. It's one of the world's most extraordinary buildings and completely covers the mountain it stands upon.
Day 4: Damshung
Morning drive to Damshung and start trekking. Overnights camp
Day 5/8: Namtso trek
Day 9: Lhasa
Trek back to Nagenla Pass and drive back to Lhasa . Rest of the day free.
Day 10: Lhasa - Gyantse, 3990 m, 350 kms
Drive via Yamdrok, the Turquoise Lake to Gyantse across Kampa La <La in Tibetan means pass>, 5050 m & Karo La, 5045 m. Visit Kubum stupa & Pelkor Chode Monastery.
Day 11: Gyantse – Shalu - Shigatse, 3860 m, 90 kms
Drive to Shigatse. En route visit Shalu Monastery. Visit Tashilunpo monastery, the seat of Panchen Lama who is the 2nd in the Buddhist religious hierarchy & Shigatse market.
Day 12: Shigatse – Sakya – Tingri, 4350 m
Drive to Tingri across Tsoula pass, 4500 m, and Gyatso Ia pass, 5220 m. En route visit Sakya monastery.
Day 13: Tingri – Rongbuk, 5050 m
Drive via Pangla pass, 5200 m to Rongbuk monastery, the worlds highest monastery situated at 5200 m.
Day 14: Everest base camp
We have the option to hike or drive to Everest base camp.
Day 15: Nyalam
After watching sunrise over Everest, we drive on to Nyalam.
Day 16: Nyalam - Zhangmu - Kathmandu
Drive to Zhangmu and on to Kathmandu . En route visit Milarepa cave. We descend from the high arid Tibetan plateau into the lush greenery of Nepal. |
| Tour code / Name |
Tour cost |
Namtso Chu, Lhasa and Everest
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US$ per person |
| Single room supplement |
US$ per person |
| Airfare extra |
Kathmandu - Lhasa
Chengdu - Lhasa
Beijing -Lhasa |
US$ 356 per person
US$ 254 per person
US$ per person |
| Note: All tour costs based on twin share basis. Individual (single) travel is also possible. Please contact us for details and costs. |
Departures:
2010 Jun 26 Aug 28
2011 Jun 25 Aug 27 |
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Cost Includes |
- Tibet visa authorization
- Tibet travel permits, monument, parks entrance fees and conservation fees
- Hotels on twin share basis with all breakfasts
- Guided tours in Tibet as per the itinerary
- Transportation by 4WD Land Cruiser with support truck
- Airport transfers
- Fully catered camping trek supported by Nepalese (Sherpa) crew & Tibetan guide
- All meals during trek portion of tour
- Required yak, yak herder and porters during trek
- Staff & equipment transportation
- Portable Altitude Chamber, first aid medical kit and other life saving equipments
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Cost Excludes: |
- Tibet Visa Fee
- Nepal visa
- Airport tax
- Insurance coverage against all eventualities
- Any international flights
- Any cost incurred in emergency evacuation due to any reason
- Kathmandu hotels
- Meals during hotel stay
- Kathmandu sightseeing tours
- Tips, and expenses of personal nature
- Any other expenses not specified in our includes column
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Note:
°Clients should reach Kathmandu at least two days before trip departure dates.
°Rates are subject to change without prior notice
°Also during the monsoon season the Arniko Highway linking Nepal-Tibet border is often disrupted by landslides. In such an eventuality any additional porter or transport charges incurred, shall be borne by clients’ themselves. |
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| Our Hotels |
- In Lhasa using the Lhasa Hotel or similar
- In Tsedang using the Tsedang Hotel or similar
- In Shigatse using the Shigatse Hotel or similar
- In Gyantses using the Gyantse Hotel or similar
- Best available hotels in other areas enroute
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| ± Standard hotel and budget hotels packages are also available. Please email us at info@abcsikkim.com |
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