Tibet Tours

The Tibet Culture Conference kicked off in Lhasa on Jan. 23, 2011. Nyima Tsering, director-general of Culture Department of Tibet Autonomous Region said, Tibet has become more influential in cultural exchanges for the past 5 years, China Tibet Online reported.

Tibet has been actively pushing forward cultural exchanges with the outside world. Twenty-three enterprises in Tibet attended various major expositions or trade fairs last year, promoting 42 cultural project proposals for investment. Up till now, Tibet has set up two national-level cultural industry demonstration bases. Its fine artistic works “Happiness on the way” was listed as a “Key Project for national Tourism”.

Meanwhile, Tibet planned and held “Archaeology and Art Palace in Tibet” exhibitions in Taiwan and Japan successfully to enhance cultural exchanges. “The Spring Rain Project”, which sent culture volunteers from all over China to Tibet, enhanced its cooperation with the other parts of China.

During the Shanghai World Expo, several fine programs for “Tibetan Culture Weekly”, including “Celestial Tibet”, “Snowland Jewelry” and “Auspicious blessing”, etc. demonstrated ethnic Tibetan culture in an all round way.

Thirty-six groups in Tibet have visited nearly 40 countries or regions, including the US, Spain and Taiwan, etc. They have established cultural exchanges with nearly 100 cities overseas. Tibet has also received 23 foreign groups for cultural exchanges. All of these have helped boost the popularity of Tibet culture overseas.

Arrival in Lhasa [3658m]

Upon arrival at Lhasa airport or train station, to be met and transferred to your hotel / hostel in Lhasa. Afternoon have a good rest to acclimatize the high altitude. Overnight at Lhasa.

Day 01 Arrive Delhi
Meet and assist by our representative upon your arrival at the airport. Then drive to your hotel with your driver and car.

Day 02 Delhi
In the morning take a city tour covering Laxmi Narayan Temple, India Gate – The memorial of martyrs, Parliament House – The Government headquarters. In the afternoon take a city tour of Old Delhi covering Jama Masjid – The largest mosque in Asia, Red Fort – The red stone magic, Gandhi memorial – The memoir of father of the nation.

Later also visit the Qutub Minar – the tallest freestanding minaret in stone in the world; then onto Humayun’s tomb – the first Mughal construction in India from 1565 AD. Also see the Rashtrapati Bhawan, the India Gate built in the earlier half of the 20th century. Drive through the old city past the Red Fort and visit the Jama Masjid – the biggest of its kind in India. Here take a rickshaw through the winding streets of the old city to see the life of the people in this part of the world. A perfect introduction of your tour. The rickshaw puller pulls you through the imperial avenue the Chandni Chowk where you will find each and every small business under the sky. Finally, reach Rajghat, the memorial of Mahatma Gandhi, where your chauffeur is waiting for you to take you to your next stop the Birla Mandir, a Hindu temple in activity. After lunch continue on your route to Agra.

Day 03 Delhi – Jaipur
Today we proceed towards Jaipur after a leisurely breakfast.

Day 04 Jaipur
Visit the Amber fort in the morning; included is an elephant ride at the Amber fort. See the marvelous Shish mahal built in the 17th century in a fusion style of Hindu and Islamic art. Also see the hall of public audiences and Maharaja Man Singh’s Palace who had twelve queens.

After lunch set off to see the Pink city visiting the observatory Jantar Mantar built in 1727 by Sawai Maharaja Jai Singh II who was a mathematician, an astronomer an astrologer and a great musician of his era. He built five observatories throughout India – Jaipur, Ujjain, Varanasi, Mathura and Delhi but only the one at Jaipur is functional.

Then visit the City Palace of the Maharaja of Jaipur with a fabulous collection of robes and saris in cotton and silk with gold lattice work. The City Palace houses a collection of paintings also in the painting gallery and of course a collection of arms and ammunitions in the ammunition gallery.

Day 05 Jaipur – Fatehpur Sikri – Agra (250km)
Leave Jaipur after breakfast and reach Fatehpur Sikri by early afternoon. Visit this abandoned city built by the Mughal emperor Akbar in the second half of the 16th century. Fatehpur Sikri was built by Akbar after his Hindu wife bore him the long awaited son who was born after the renowned sufi saint Salim Chisti blessed Jodhabai Akbar’s hindu wifewith a son. Also visit Jodhabai’s palace the biggest palace in Fatehpur Sikri even bigger than the emperor’s palace himself as this was the queen who bore him his heir to the throne.

Continue towards Agra and reach Agra by early evening. Relax at your hotel or go to the local bazaar to see the lifestyle of the people.

Day 06 Agra
Taj Mahal is awaiting your arrival today morning. A must see with the rising sun as the Taj Mahal is bathed in the golden rays of the morning sun. Built by Shah Jahan, the Taj is a white marble memorial that houses the tomb of his beautiful wife Mumtaz Mahal. This monument took 22 years to be completed and was designed, and planned by Persian architect Ustad Isa. Apart from its stunning design, balance and perfect symmetry, the Taj is also noted particularly for its elegant domes, intricately carved screens and some of the best inlay work ever seen anywhere in the world.

Then see the Agra Fort built by Akbar where Shahjahan was imprisoned by his own son Aurangzeb.

Post lunch visit Itmad ud Daulah – it is the first mughal building built out completely of marble. In many contexts it is referred to being the predecessor of the Taj Mahal. Then visit Sikandara the tomb of the great emperor Akbar.

Day 07 Agra – Orchha – Khajuraho
Today in the morning we go to Jhansi and proceed towards Khajuraho via a visit to Orchha.

Orchcha a medieval village where time has stopped. You feel the timelessness of this spot. Orchha is a medieval city founded by Bundela rulers with palaces and temples of the 16th and 17th century – which have remarkably withstood the onslaught of time. The river Betwa picturesquely flanks the city.

Reach Orchha by 1130 hrs and see the beautiful Palace Complex – Jahangiri Mahal and the Raja Mahal. Closely study the intricacies of the mural paintings in the Raja Mahal and visit the Laxminarayana Temple.
Post lunch continue towards Khajuraho about 182 km away by road.

Day 08 Khajuraho – Varanasi
Morning sight seeing shows us the temples built during the 9th to the 11th centuries by the powerful dynasty of Chandela rajputs. The temples with their erotic sculptures are a feast to the eyes. The Chandelas built 85 temples in all but today only 20 temples stand intact. Visit the eastern and western group of temples before taking the road to Varanasi. Upon your arrival in Varanasi retire to your hotel.

Day 09 Varanasi – Kathmandu
Early in the morning (0500hrs) we take you to banks of the river Ganges where we board a boat to see the morning ablutions of the Hindus from the security of our boat. The boat ride starts from Dasashwamedh Ghat and ends at Manikarnika Ghat along the sacred Ganges. See the Kashi Vishwanath temple and the Gyanvyapi kund and the mosque attached to it. Also visit the Benares Hindu University the largest residential university in India with more than 3000 residential students.
Return to your hotel for breakfast.

Later visit Sarnath the sacred city for the Buddhist all over the world. It was here that Lord Buddha preached his first sermon to his first five disciples. Also worth visiting is the museum with artifacts dating back to 3rd century BC. Visit the nearby ruins of the ancient seat of learning in Sarnath.

In time transfer to the airport for your flight to Katmandu. Upon arrival transfer to your hotel The Radisson. Rest of the day is at leisure.

Day 10 Kathmandu
After breakfast sightseeing of Kathmandu city, Swayambhunath stupa & Patan city.

Swayambhunath Stupa: Swayambhu, the Buddhist temple is situated on the top of a hill west of the city, is one of the popular and instantly recognizable symbols of Nepal. The temple is also known as the monkey temple after the large tribe of monkeys which guards the hill. This huge stupa is surrounded by other famous temples and gompas. The great thunderbolt which is known as vajra is on the edge of the stupa was built during the Malla kings period. On the top of the stupa is a gold-colored square block from which the watchful eyes of the Buddha gaze out across the valley in each direction. The question mark-like nose is actually the Nepali number one is a symbol of unity.

Kathmandu Durbar Square is a world heritage site. It’s a complex of places, courtyards and temples, built between the 12th and 18th century, used to be the seat of the ancient Malla kings of Kathmandu. Kathamandap is one of Kathmandu’s oldest buildings. It was constructed 800 years ago. From this ancient edifice Kathmandu derives its name. Basantapur is residential place of Living Virgin Goddess Kumari, where girl is chosen to be Living Goddess.

Patan City: Patan is separated form Kathmandu only by the Bagmati River and is the second largest town in the valley. It is also known as Lalitpur, which means city of beauty. Patan has a long Buddhist history and have stupas at four corners. Like Kathmandu Durbar Square, Patan Durbar Square is also packed with temples. Most of these temples are built during the Malla kings period. As in Kathmandu, Patan also has an old royal palace built during the Malla kings period. There is a stone column holding up a statue of Sidhinarsimha Malla, King of Patan. Remarkable monument here is the 17th century temple of Krishna Temple dedicated to the Hindu God Krishna, entirely built on stone. Golden Temple is a Buddhist monastery with wall painting, 14th century statues and ancient scriptures. Mahabouddha, the 14th century Buddhist monument is an excellent example of terra cotta art form. Overnight at The Radisson

Day 11 Kathmandu
After breakfast sightseeing of Pasupatinath temple, Boudhanath stupa & Bhaktapur city. Boudhanath Stupa was constructed in 5 c. AD. Boudhanath is one of the largest stupa in the world and the largest in Nepal.(It looms 36m high and 100m in diameter). It is surrounded with prayer wheels that content religious texts. There are many Tibetian Buddhist monasteries in vicinity of stupa.

Pashupati Nath: Pashupati Temple is is one of the most important and world renowned Hindu temple stands on the banks of Bagmati River, between the airport and Boudha. This Shiva temple on the subcontinent draws numerous Devotees, sadhus and holy men from all around the world. Lord Shiva is known as the destroyer and creator of the Hindu religion and appears on many forms. Although Shiva is often bloodthirsty god, no animal sacrifices are made here. Outside the temple you will see numerous people selling flowers, incense and other offering materials. In-front of the temple there is a bull known as Nandi facing towards the temple. Only Hindus are allowed to enter the temple and you are not allowed to take photographs of the Lord shiva inside the temple. Bagmati River Bank on the side of Pashupati, is also a popular place for cremation. Just beside this temple lies Guheyeshwari temple.

Bhaktapur is also known as Bhadgaon or the city of Devotees, is the third major town of the Kathmandu Valley. Bhaktapur was the capital of the whole valley during the 14th to 16th century. Much of the town’s great architecture dates from the end of 17th century. This town is also well known as Newari Architecture town. Bhaktapur rises upon the northern bank of Hanumante River. Bhaktapur Durbar Square (World Heritage Site) the place of the famous Lion’s and Golden gates, the palace of 55 windows (12th century) the magnificent Chowkot Palace and Bell of Barking Dogs. The Nyatapola Temple (17th century) stairway leading to the temple is flanked by stone figures of deities and mythical beasts, each 10 times more powerful than the one immediately below. The Dattatreya Temple located nearby is dedicated to the three headed combination of the Hindu deties Brahma, Bishnu and Shiva. Overnight at The Radisson

Day 12 Kathmandu – Dhulikhel
In the morning leave for the mountain resort of Dhulikhel.
On the outskirts the southern side of Bhaktapur, down to Banepa, towards the Tibetan border is a hill station called Dhulikhel. It is also famous for the short treks. Its population is Newar, although there are people of many other groups in the surrounding villages. This place was gathering point of hippies who even planned to build their own temple here. This place is also surrounded by Harisiddhi temple, Vishnu Temple, Krishna Temple and Bhagwati Temple, Shiva Temple and Famous Kali temple. People often spend the night in one of the lodges here to witness the sun set and sun rise. It is about an hours drive from Kathmandu. The view of Mount Everest from the resort is breath taking. Overnight at Dhulikhel Mountain Resort.

Day 13 Dhulikhel – Zhangmu.
In the very early morning, enjoy the sun rising in Dhulikhel. Then drive to the border of China and Nepal, then exit Nepal and enter Tibet. Drive to Zhangmu, a typical border town. Enjoy the impressive landscape along the way. Overnight in Zhangmu Hotel.

Day 14 Zhangmu – Tingri
Tingri, a huddle of Tibetan homes that overlook the towering Himalaya Range. Drive to Tingri, have an eye feast of Mt. Everest. Overnight in Mt. Quomolangma Hotel.

Day 15 Tingri – Shigatse
Shigatse, the second largest city in Tibet, has long been the seat of Panchan Lamas. Visit Tashilhunpo Monatsery, Shigatse’s foremost attraction.
Overnight in Shigatse Shandong Mansion.

Day 16 Shigatse – Gyantse – Lhasa
Gyantse is a small town of typical Tibetan style, here you’ll visit Kumbum, the most famous stupa in Tibet. En route to Lhasa, you’ll visit the Yamdrok-tso, one of Tibet’s three holy lakes, enjoy the beautiful lake scenery. Overnight in Lhasa Hotel.

Day 17 Lhasa
A full day sightseeing to Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple and Barkhore Area. Overnight in Lhasa Hotel.

Day 18 Lhasa
In the morning, visit Tibetan Museum. Then boating on the Lhasa River by yak skin boat. In the afternoon, enjoy some leisure time. Ovenight in Lhasa Hotel.

Day 19 Lhasa – next destination
After breakfast, get transferred to the airport for your onward travel.

Tour includes

Daily breakfasts
All sight seeing and tours mentioned in the itinerary
Elephant ride at Amber Fort in Jaipur
Overnight stay in the hotels mentioned or similar
Semi luxury car with chauffeur
All applicable taxes
Rickshaw ride in the old city of Varanasi
Airfare for sectors mentioned: Varanasi – Kathmandu only
Local guides for all mentioned tours
All entrance fees to monuments and sites
Air conditioned luxury car with chauffeur
In Nepal and Tibet Non AC car will be provided due to hilly terrain
Early morning and evening boat rides on river Ganges in Varanasi
Assistance at railway stations and airports and upon check in at hotels

Tibet is under the real Shangri-la, the forbidden land, the roof of the world and to the Holy Land, of your deep desire. Tibet has snowy mountains and meadows, herds of yaks and nomads spread on the board, the monasteries and spectacular single smile, a calm sea and clear blue sky. These are just some of the reasons why visitors to Tibet can be found back often. The first stop for most Tibet tours is inevitably Lhasa, the capital of the province of Tibet. Colorful and historic, the holy city of Lhasa lies in a valley 3,700 meters above sea level. The Potala Palace, Jokhang is the appointment of destinations for visitors to Lhasa. Potala Palace is the symbol of Tibet. This palace is sacred in the hearts of Tibetans. With its splendor, the Potala Palace to impress the inhabitants of the world’s capital. Must consider the humble Tibetan pilgrims, who has always lived in a yak-hair tent, the Potala Palace with great respect. It is hard to believe that the building has 13 floors with 999 rooms built on a steep hill as early as the seventh century. Touring is like a huge maze. It makes you go and go. It is difficult to find a way out, if you go alone. Jokhang Monastery, built in 647, is the oldest wooden structure and brickwork is still in Tibet. It is the center of Tibetan Buddhism and the sacred land of Buddhist followers. Thousands of pilgrims come here daily for worship. Many pilgrims were crawling on the floor. Apparently in their pilgrimage from their homes, prostate pilgrims on the ground after walking two steps, then repeat the process again and again. Many others have been spinning prayer wheels. In the city, visited many websites, the great monasteries of Drepung and Sera University, the Barkhor pilgrimage circuit, and the Tibet Museum. In addition to the mystical city of Lhasa, Gyantse, Shigatse, Tibet Tsetang and remain in the minds of many people. Gyantse was once of great importance as a trading center on the route between India, Sikkim, Bhutan, Tibet and China. Gyantse Stupa Kumbum is the symbol which 32 m high and contains 77 rooms and 100,000 images of Buddha. Kumbum Stupa is the finest example of art of the 15th Century Newar existing worldwide. Chode Monastery and Gyantse Fort Pelkor (built on a massive rock) are other major attractions here. Drive from Lhasa to Gyantse is a spectacular long way yet. On the way you have a fantastic view over the lake and Mt Yamdrok Tso Nojin Kangtsang. Shigatse (3,900 m) is located some 274 km west of Lhasa and the second largest city in Tibet. The road runs along the Yarlung Tsangpo (Brahmaputra) river through narrow gorges and broad river valleys. Farmers plow their fields with yaks, sheep graze on the plains, impressive sand dunes and rocky hills in the distance are the fruits of this scenic drive. Tashilhunpo Monastery, built in 1447 by the first Dalai Lama, Shigatse, the most important cultural and religious site. The main structures in the monastery chapel Tashilhunpo Maitreya, the palace of the Panchen Lama and the Kelsang Temple. Tashilhunpo is the seat of the Panchen Lama since the Fourth Panchen Lama took over the convent, and there are now nearly 800 lamas. Tsetang: In the long years Tsetang had many “first” for example, the first king Nyatri Tsenpo, the first palace Yumbu Lhakang, the first temple Tradruk, cropland Syarisotang first, the first Tibetan opera and Buddhist scriptures Pakhapu first Chagya Pangkong. Tsetang is also the place where King Songtsen Gampo United all over Tibet and has lived with the Princess Wen Cheng. The tanka is made and embroidered by Princess Wen Cheng still Tradruk temple, which remains a wealth of art and culture. Samye Monastery is the largest site Testang cultural and religious. Samye Monastery was built in the middle of the 8th Century built. Samye is the first official Buddhist monastery for monks in Tibet. The beautiful and unique Central Hall is three stories high. The first floor is in the Tibetan style architecture, the second the Han style and the third in Indian style. The rooms in the house of the monastery, many statues and wall paintings. Tibet has come back so many destinations, too numerous to list, making the visitors. This is a unique province in China for its magnificent temples, snow-capped peaks, nomad camps, pilgrims and ethnic culture. It is a real place for the senses stir and nourish the soul – all destinations in China.

1. You need to make sure your travel agent is legal or illegal before you book the trip. Your travel agent should be reliable.

2. Tibet tour comes in a package, such as tour guide, transportation, accommodation, various permits, sightseeing and it’s entry fees for monastery and spots. We operate tours in Tibet group size 1 to 100 persons. 4, 8, 8, 12, 16, 20 are good numbers of group size to make a good deal.

3. a) If you are traveling to Tibet China side, you need to issue your Chinese visa at your country and send us your visa copy and passport copy rest of the job for entry and travel permits we will do it.

b) If you are traveling to Tibet from Nepal then do not apply Chinese visa. You just send us your minimum 6 months valid clear scan passport copy to start all the permits process once you are in Nepal then you need to fill up one visa form with passport size photo on it and need to handover your original passport to us then we will do the rest of visa work.

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Day 01 Lijiang-Zhongdian (ShangeriLa) (3300m/240km)

In the fresh morning air, we’ll drive from Lijiang to Zhongdian. On the way, we’ll visit the the First Bend of the Yangtze River, the deepest gorge in the world – Tiger Leaping Gorge and the Sangzanlin Temple, one of the famous monastery in Kham area and also the largest Tibetan Buddhism monastery in Yunnan Province. When arrival in Zhongdian, free at leisure to explore the old town.

Note: Our tour guide and driver will meet you at your hotel in Lijiang one day earlier.

Day 02 Zhongdian-Deqin-Feilaisi (3400m/260km)

Visit the Napa Lake Reserve, about 8km from ShangeriLa and then drive to Benzilan town, home to local craftworks for the ‘Valley of Sun’. And after pass the Baima snow mountain, we’ll get to Deqin and arrive at Feilaisi in the evening to enjoy the sunset of Mt. Meili.

Day 03 Feilai-Markham (3780m/200km)

Drive to Markham via Yanjing where there is still the old process of man-made salt. At Markham, we join the Sichuan-Tibet sourthern route to Tibet.

Day 04 Markham-Baso (3300m/360km)

Drive the bumpy road to Zuogong via Jueba Mountain, Lawu Mountain and the Dongda Mountain (5008). Then we’ll pass Bangda, Yela Mountain and Duola Mountain down to the valleys and pastures to Baso.

Day 05 Baso-Rawoktso (3850m/168km)

Rawoktso Lake is a famous glacier lake on the plateau. Beside the lake, there are grasslands, forests, snow mountains and glaciers reflected in the lake with birds flying freely form a charming and harmonious world. After sigthseeing there, we’ll visit the great Laigu (Loigu) Glaciers (composed of six ocean glaciers).

Note: If it is necessary to change to local vehicles to Laigu Glaicer as requested by the local government, the Clients shall bear the relevant fee.

Day 06 Rawoktso-Pomi (2700m/130km)

Today we’ll have the most beautiful scenery of the Sichuan-Tibet sourthen route, and visit another famous glacier – Midui Glacier, about 100km from Pomi.

Day 07 Pomi – Bayi (2450m/235km)

Complete the last hard road in Tongmai and get to Sejila Mountain (4702m) from where you’ll have a good view of Mt. Namche Barwa. Then we’ll descend to Nyingchi in the Niyang River valley. It is about 19km from Nyingchi to Bayi and on the way, we’ll pay a visit to the cypress tree, the King of World’s cypress trees.

Day 08 Bayi-Basumtso Lake-Lhasa (3650m/410km)

Drive to Lhasa along the Niyang River and on the way, we’ll visit the holy Basumtso Lake surrounded by high mountains. After cross Mila Mountain (5014m) in Dazi, we’ll see the grand Potala Palace far away..

Day 09-10 Sightsee in Lhasa

Visit all main scenic spots in Lhasa in this two days: Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple and the bustling Barkhor Street around the temple, Drepung Monastery and Sera Monastery.

Day 11 Leave

This day we’ll transfer you to the airport or train station. Your wonderful Yunnan-Tibet overland tour ends.

Tips: It is advised to take this Yunnan-Tibet overland tour in May, June, September and October when it is warm without much raining. And if there is more travel time, you can extend it by combining the tour easily with the classical Middle Tibet Tour or the wonderful Mt. Everest Tour for more experience in Tibet.

Day 01 Arrive in Chengdu

Comfortable private airport transfer to your hotel in Chengdu, Capital of Sichuan Province.

Day 02 Sightsee in Chengdu

In the morning, we’ll visit the Panda Research Center in the north of Chengdu City. And then we’ll drive to the famous Shan’xindui Relics spot for the mysterious anchient Shu culture of Sichuan Province.

Day 03 Chengdu-Kangding-Xinduqiao (3300m/430km)

In the morning, we’ll drive through the Cheng-Ya express way to Luding where there is the old Ludingqiao over the Dadu River. Then we’ll get forward to Xinduqiao which is named as the ‘Heaven for Photography’.

Day 04 Xinduqiao-Yajiang-Batang (2580m/401km)

Today we’ll first cross the Gao’ersi mountain (4412m) where you could view the splendid sunrise of Mt. Gonggar (7556m) in distance. Then we’ll pass the Yalung Valley, Jianziwan mountain, Kazila mountain to get to Litang (4000m) and visit the Chode Monastery there which is built for the third Dalai Lama. Before arrive in Batang beside the Jinsha River, we’ll further pass the Maoya grassland, Haizi mountain (4700m), Jiemei (sister) Lake, Cuopu Valley and Cuolake Natural Reserve.

Notes: If you would like to visit the Cuopu Hot-spring Park or the Cuolake Natural Reserve, it will require another one to two days.

Day 05 Batang-Markham-Zuogong (3800m/275km)

After cross the Jinsha River and enjoy the natural scenery of the valley there, we’ll be in the Tibet Autonomous Region. Markham will be the first town in Tibet in our Sichuan-Tibet tour and from there, we’ll pass the Jueba mountain, Lawu mountain and Dongda mountain (5008m) to Zuogong. The road today is bumpy.

Day 06 Zuogong-Rawoktso Lake (3850m/291km)

Drive to the beautiful Rawoktso Lake via Bangda. On the way, we’ll take the most zigzag roads of the journey cross the Yela mountain and Duola mountain and then down to the valleys and grassland.

Day 07 Sightsee at Rawoktso Lake

Rawoktso is a famous glacier lake on the plateau. The grassland, forest, snow mountains and glaciers are reflected in the lake with flocks of birds flying freely above the water face forming a charming and harmonious world. Close to Rwaoktso lake is the Laigu (loigu) village where you could see six ocean glaciers (altogether called Loigu Glaciers), which is unique not only in China but also in the world. Among those glaciers, Yalong Glacier might be the biggest one about 12km long.

Day 08 Rawok – Pomi (2750m/130km)

Today we’ll be in the most beautiful part of the Sichuan-Tibet overland journey. On the way, we’ll visit another famous glacier – Midui Glacier, about 100km from Pomi. It is chosen as one of the six most beautiful glaciers in China by the Chinese National Geography Magazine.

Day 09 Pomi – Bayi (2450m/235km)

Drive in the forest to Tongmai where there is a 15km bumpy road which is often destroyed by landslides in rainy seasons. After pass the Pailong village and Lulang Forest, we’ll get to the Sejila Mountain (4702m) which is known for the wonderful azalea sea in spring and summer seasons and also a good place to view Mt. Namche Barwa. Descending from Sejila Mountain we’ll get to Nyingchi in the valley of Niyang River’s lower reaches. Bayi town is just 19km from Nyingchi. On the way, we’ll pay a visit to the cypress tree which is known as the King of World’s cypress trees.

Day 10 Bayi-Basumtso Lake-Lhasa (3650m/410km)

Drive to Lhasa along the Niyang River. On the way at the Bahe Bridge, we’ll drive about 44km to the holy Basumtso Lake which is just like a jasper in the valley surrounded by high mountains. Then we’ll get back to the Sichuan-Tibet highway and cross the Mila Mountain (5014m) to the Lhasa Valley. We could see the grand Potala Palace far away in Dazi..

Day 11-12 Sightsee in Lhasa

Our two-day sightseeing in Lhasa will cover all most important spots there: Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple and the bustling Barkhor Street around the temple, Drepung Monastery and Sera Monastery.

Day 13 Leave

This day we’ll transfer you to the airport or train station. Your wonderful Sichan-Tibet overland tour ends.

Tips: It is advised to take this Sichuan-Tibet overland tour in May, June, September and October when it is warm without much raining. And if there is more travel time, you can extend it by combining with the classical Middle Tibet Tour or the wonderful Mt. Everest Tour.

The Kailash “Gang Rinpoche”, which means “Jewel of snow” is striking in the way it rises high above the surrounding range and always remains snow – capped. Traditional Buddhist cosmology has often connected Kailash with Mount Meru, the great mythological mountain that forms the axis of this world system. Because of its religious associations, many Hindu and Buddhist ascetics, hermits and pilgrims have been drawn to the area of the mountain for the past two thousand years or so to see it, offer prayers, absolve sins, circumambulate it and to practice austerities and meditation. South of Mount Kailash, across the base of the majestic Mount Gurla Mandhata, are the two lakes Mansarovar and Rakkshas Tal (lake). They are the highest bodies of fresh water in the world, with Manasarovar (330 sq. km), at 4,558 meters, about fifteen meters higher than Rakshas Tal. Manasarovar considered by Buddhist and Hindus to be more worthy of veneration. Buddhist believe that Queen Maya, the Buddha’s mother was carried here by the gods and washed prior to giving birth to the Buddha.

There are two approaches to Mt. Kailash. The trip starts with a flight to Simikot in Western Nepal and crossing over into Tibet and doing the round tour of Mt. Kailash and ending the trip with an over Land drive to Kathmandu (21 days) via Zhangmu or Lhasa (25 days). An easier shorter 15 days approach is from Zhangmu to Mt. Kailash and back to Zhangmu. This is a drive tour with 3 days round tours of Kailash.

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Itinerary:

Day 01: Depart your country
Day 02: Arrive Kathmandu, and transfer to Hotel.
Day 03: Kathmandu sightseeing, obtain the Tibet Visa. Hotel Overnight.

Day 04: Drive to Zhangmu (115 kms / 05 hrs)
Continue to Nyalam ( 3700meters). (38kms) (1 ½ hrs),
Overnight at Guest House.

Day 05: Stay at Nyalam for the acclimatization.
Day 06: Drive to Saga (4600 meters). (232 kms / 07 hrs). Camp Overnight.
Day 07: Drive to Paryang (4700 meters). (252 kms / 08 hrs). Camp .
Day 08: Drive to Horchu (4500 meters. (290 kms / 08 to 09 hrs). Camp Overnight.
Day 09: Visit Darchen (4580 meters) and prepare for the trek. (40 kms / 01.5 hrs). Camp at Guest House.

Trek
Day 10: Start trek. 14kms, 7 to 8hrs, 4800meters.
Day 11: Trek. 24kms, 9 to 10hrs, 4680meters.
Day 12: Complete the trek (15kms / 03 to 04 hrs).
Drive on to Horchu, Manasarovar Lake (4500 meters). (40kms, 1 ½ hrs). Camp Overnight.
Day 13: Spare day to explore surrounding of the Mansarowar Lake. Camp Overnight.

Continue Back
Day 14: Drive back to Paryang (4700 meters). (292 kms / 08 to 09 hrs). Camp Overnight.
Day 15: Drive back to Saga (4600 meters). (252 kms / 07 to 08 hrs). Camp Overnight.
Day 16: Drive back to Nyalam (3700 meters). (232 kms / 07 hrs). Overnight at Guest House.
Day 17: Cross the border (Zhangmu) (38kms / 1 hr)and continue drive to Kathmandu (115 kms / 05 hrs).Hotel Overnight.

Day 18: Free day to explore Kathmandu. Hotel Overnight.
Day 19: Final Departure.
Day 20: Arrive your country.