|
Lhasa Kathmandu Tour
Lhasa to Kathmandy tour can be commenced from both directions, either via mainland China or via Kathmandu. The tour consists of a two full day days sightseeing tour within Lhasa after that the tour brings you to Kathmandu via friendship highway. On the way, we will stop at the major highlighted places of Tibet, Gyantse, Shigatse & Sakya.
Gyantse is the fourth largest city in Tibet (after Shigatse and Chamdo). It is small as cities go (population perhaps 10,000) and largely Tibetan in character not touched so much by outside Chinese influence. Strategically sited at a junction between Shigatse and Lhatse, it lies along the caravan routes from Sikkim and Bhutan in the south, Gyantse assumed an important role as a military center and market town- particularly for wool and handicrafts. We visit Palkhor Choide Lamasery, Pangmo Chorten and The Fort (Gyantse Dzong).
Shigatse with a population of around 40,000, is the second largest city in Tibet, and the traditional seat of Panchen Lama. The official Panchen Lama's residence is Tashilhunpo monastery , built in 1447, although it did not really become the seat of the Panchen Lama until almost 200 years later.
Sakya (Sag'ya, 'Grey Earth'), off the main Shigatse to Tingri route, was once the base of the Sakyapa Sect (Red Hats) who rose to power in the 13th century. The sect has numerous followers in Tibet and Sakya is a major pilgrimage for them.
After Samye, we continue drive to Nyalam via vast arid Tibetan Plateau. Nyalam is a semi-arid place situated between Tibetan Plateau and Nepal. From Nyalam we continue drive to Kathmandu via Zhang-Mu.
Lhasa Kathmandu Tour: Fly in/drive out
Mode of Transport : Land Cruiser
Maximum Elevation : 5100 m.
Outline Itinerary
Day 1: Fly Kathmandu - Lhasa (3650 m.)
Transfer from Gonggar airport to your hotel in Lhasa.
Day 2: Lhasa tour
Guided sightseeing tour - Sera Monastery, Jokhang Temple and Barkhor Bazaar.
Day 3: Lhasa tour
Guided sightseeing tour - Drepung Monastery, Potala Palace and Norbulinkha Palace.
Day 4: Lhasa - Gyantse (3950 m.) tour
After crossing the Yarlung (Brahmaputra) River, the road climbs steeply to the Kamba - La with its magnificent views of the turquoise waters of Yamdruk Tso. Continue to Gyantse with its fascinating Kumbum, Palkor Chode Monastery and fort.
Day 5: Gyantse - Shigatse (3900 m.) tour
After the short drive from Gyantse, visit Tashilumpo Monastery, the seat of the Panchen
Lama and one of the most important monasteries in Tibet.
Day 6: Shigatse - Lhatse (3950 m.) tour
Continuing across the vast Tibetan plains, cross the Yalung - La before making a sidetrip to
Shakya Monastery.
Day 7: Lhatse - Nyalam (3750 m.) tour
A long drives today, via Dolma - La, Xegar, Tingri and Lalung - La, to Nyalam. Along the
way. There are breathtaking views of the mountains including Mt. Everest.
Day 8: Nyalam - Kathmandu
From Nyalam, the road descends to the border and, after completing the formalities at Zhangmu and Kodari, returns to Kathmandu.
Price Includes:
01. All Tibet travel permits
02. Transportation in Tibet by 4WD Land Cruiser
03. Accommodation in Tibet on twin sharing basis (Lhatse & Nyalam) with breakfast
04. Two days sightseeing tour in Lhasa
05. English speaking Tibetan Guide
06. Monastery entry fees
07. Kathmandu - Zhangmu (Tibetan boarder town) transfer by private vehicle
08. Tibet visa
09. Lhasa - Kathmandu flight ticket
10. Airport tax in Lhasa (while flying to Kathmandu)
11. All applicable taxes and service charges
Price doesn't include:
01. Meals other than breakfast in Tibet (one meal either lunch or dinner costs approximately US $ 8 to US $ 10)
02. Nepal re-entry visa fee (US $ 30)
03. Your travel insurance
04. Urgent visa fee
05. Any additional expenses due to unforeseen circumstances.
Tell me more about Lhasa Kathmandu Tour