Overview
Discover the historic sights of central Tibet with Tibet Himalaya Tour.
Tibet Himalaya tour loop takes in the most significant spots of central
Tibet- historic, cultural and religious-as well as some of the fantastic
surroundings that the Tibetan Plateau has to offer.
The lure of Lhasa, capital on the roof of the world, cannot be under-estimated
and it is truly a charming city, fully justifying its reputation. Conquered by
the overwhelming splendor of the Potala Palace and bustling with
pilgrims circling the sacred Jokhang Temple it is a feast for the
senses.
Tibet Himalaya Tour itinerary gives you a golden opportunity to
experience this majestic itinerary for the life long. From the tiny monastery
at Rhongphu the view of Qomolangma (Mt. Everest) is absolutely magnificent as
it stands alone at the head of the valley - a walk or drive to Base Camp Tibet
brings you even closer. Furthermore, 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 and picturesque place for tourists and vacationers. Base Camp Tibet
itinerary will further take you to the explore the devastating landscapes,
ancient Buddhist culture, artistic antique monasteries, exotic valleys,
ancient beautiful cities and many more picture perfect places in Tibet.
Gyantse monastery stands at the junction of trade routes from India and
retains the feel of a Tibetan town. Tibet Himalayan Tour gives you
enough time to explore Tibet, which has long been known as the prohibited
city. The forts and well-protected monasteries of Gyantse, Shigatse and Sakya
reveal a not always peaceful history - the riches within, testament to past
glory.
Day 01 Arrive Gongar from Hong Kong - drive Lhasa (100 kms / 2.5 hrs)
Needless to express more; how scenic and beautiful the flight to Lhasa Gongar
airport, does not matter where the flight is from, one of the world`s most
beautiful flight sightseeing!!!
Upon arrival at Lhasa Gongar airport, you will be welcomed by our Tibetan crew
guide and driver, experience the first Tibetan hospitalities accompanied by
sweet smiles and your Tibet touring experience has already started! You will be
checked in the booked hotel and will be advised to relax and adjust your first
high altitude day breathing and steps to the local altitude!!!
Overnight in the hotel.
Day 02/03 Lhasa
Mystical Lhasa, We spend the next two days exploring its rich history and
culture. Lhasa, the once-forbidden city, is the capital of Tibet. Visit of the
major sacred places. The Sera monastery is one of the Gelugpa’s (Yellow Hat)
great monasteries founded in 1419 and one of the best-preserved monasteries in
Tibet. Its principal buildings were inexplicably spared during the Cultural
Revolution, and a few hundred monks now live there. While the Second Dalai Lama
built the Ganden Potrang in the early years of the 16th century, the Drepung
Monastery became the effective centre of political power in Tibet. By the time
of the Fifth Dalai Lama (1617-82), its population had grown to a staggering
10,000; easily the largest monastic institution in the world. The Potala Palace,
the palace of kings and Dalai Lamas, towers above the city like a fairytale
castle. The Potala has over 1,000 rooms and is the most complex monument ever
built in Tibet and designed to serve diverse functions: it was the palace where
the Dalai Lama and his large entourage resided and where all ceremonies of state
were held; it was also the seat of Tibet’s government where all political and
administrative decisions concerning the country were made. In addition, the
Potala was a major destination for pilgrims. Norbu Lingka has been the official
summer residence of the Dalai Lama since the middle of the 18th century. It has
four major palace complexes initiated by the present Dalai Lama within his
residential quarters, which have been left exactly as they were when he fled to
India in 1959. Pilgrims come from all over the country to pay homage to the
Jokhang temple, Tibet’s most sacred temple. Located in the very heart of Lhasa’s
colourful Tibetan district, Jokhang is the focus of devotion day and night.
Tibetans circle it, gaining spiritual merit and generally having a wonderful
time. This, the spiritual centre of Tibet, is also the heart of Lhasa.
Overnight in the hotel.
Day 04 Lhasa - Gyangtse (280 kms / 08 hrs)
By a private landcruiser with guide, Taking the friend ship high way towards the
Khampa la pass ( 4730metres ), at the pass we have a short break for stunning
views of some major white peaks in the eastern regions of Himalaya to the south
and the young Norjing Gang Sang spiritual snow mountain range to the west across
the turquise colored waving waters of Yamdrok lake, descending from the pass
down close to the lake and driving passing the local nomadic and farming
villages as far as to the western edge of Yamdrok lake where we have a nice
meadow next to the lake for our picnic lunch, After lunch continue our scenic
driving to the next pass Karo la ( 5050metres ) where we have our first high
altitude adventure experience of Norjing Gang Sang glacier peak and some funs
with the local high altitude animal Yaks and their herders, we have our arrival
in Gyangtse in the late afternoon, check in a hotel in Gyangtse ( 3850metres ),
shower and prepare for a nice dinner!!!
Overnight in the hotel.
Day 05 Kathmandu -
Shigatse (95 km / 02 hrs)
After breakfast, we visit the local historical and the
cultural centers, The Palkhor Chode monastery including the Kumbum stupa ( the
only survival with such distinctive structure and the thousands of art works )
and the local ancient Gyangtse fort, at noon we drive to Shigatse through the
rich agricultural Nying Chu valley of central Tibet, on arrival in Shigatse and
rest.
Day 06 Shigatse - Shegar (280 kms / 05 hrs)
After breakfast, we visit the Tashilunpo monastery ( the main seat of Panchen
Lama ) and the local Traditional market and afternoon leaving Shigatse town,
drive continue south west on the friendship high way to Shegar and rest.
Overnight in the hotel.
Day 07 Shegar - Everest Base camp - Rombuk (80 km)
Turn off the Friendship Highway for a stunning drive
through Qomolangma National Park to reach the tiny Rhongphu Gompa at 5000m. The
view from here is utterly spectacular!
Trek or drive the 7kms to Everest Base Camp (5200m) and
return to Rombuk for overnight stay.
Overnight in the hotel.
Day 08
Rombuk - Zhang
Mu (240 km 7 hrs)
Make sure you have some photos left for the panoramic views
of the Himalayan range as you cross the Lalung La pass (5200m) from where we
have a breathtaking view of the Himalayan range (Shisabangma, the highest peak
in Tibet, Mt. Everest, Cho-Oyu) can be seen. before we leave the Tibetan
plateau, descending to Zhang Mu - on the China - Nepal border.
Overnight in the hotel.
Day 09
Zhang Mu - Kathmandu
- Fly out
After breakfast, drive to Kathmandu and transfer to the
airport to connect flight to the onward destination
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