Splendor of Tibet with Kathmandu Valley
(Kathmandu and Tibet Tour Packages)
Duration: 11 Nights / 12 Days
Day 01: Lhasa
Meeting at the airport and transfer to your hotel. In the afternoon, you will have free time to explore the beautiful and modern city of Lhasa at 11,795ft/3,595m, and soak in all of the vibrant colors and fantastic scenery it has to offer. Overnight in Lhasa.
Day 02: Lhasa
Tour starts from the religious 7th century Potala Palace. The present one was built by the 5th Dalai Lama in the 17th century. The Potala is full of elaborate artwork and frescos. After lunch, you will visit Jokhang Temple. King Songtzen Gampo built this temple in the mid-7th century A.D. Now it is the most sacred place in Tibet. Visit Barkhor Street before returning to hotel. Overnight in Lasha
Day 03: Lhasa
Morning drive to Drepung Monastery. This the largest monastery in Asia with 7700 lamas. Later visit Norbulingka Park. In 1752, the 7th Dalai Lama built the first palace here to carry out their political and religious activities during the summer season. Today Norbulingka has become a public park for picnicking, and entertainment. Overnight in Lasha
Day 4 : Lasha / Gyantse
Today you will start your trip down the “Friendship Highway” to Gyantse. Your driver will take you over three mountain passes including one at 5,000m. In the afternoon, sightseeing of Gyantse. Overnight in Gyantse
Day 5 : Gyantse / Shigatze
In contrast to the desert-like terrain of yesterday’s drive, today you travel along the lush valley of the Nyang Chu River to Shigatze. Visit the Tashiluhunpo Monastery, established in 1447 by the first Dalai Lama. Overnight in Shigatze
Day 6 : Shigatze / Shegar
Your destination today will be Shegar. On route, you will drive through three high passes, including Gyatso La Pass 5,248m. The mountains and high planes that make up the landscape are incredibly vast to the point of being other-worldly. In the afternoon, you can visit the ruins of the Shegar Dzong (Crystal Fort) which once housed the capital of the Tingri region. The mountain views from the fort are fantastic. Overnight in Shegar
Day 7 : Shegar
Chomolungma (Everest) Nature Preserve with the hopes of getting in some great views of Everest, Makalu, Lhotse, and Cho Oyu. We will travel the bumpy road to Everest Base Camp North to see how expedition climbers live. Overnight in Shegar
Day 8 : Shegar / Kathmandu
Today we will drive to Kathmandu. Arrive in Kathmandu and proceed for a visit of Hanuman Dhoka followed by Kumari Temple - the temple of the living goddess and the Kasthamandap, which gave Kathmandu its name. Overnight in Kathmandu.
DAY 9 : Kathmandu
In the morningm visit Bhaktapur, the home of medieval art and architecture. Its Durbar square; the Lion Gate, and the palace of 55 windows. Thereafter, visit Patan- the city of artists, Buddhist monuments, Hindu temples. Overnight in Kathmandu.
DAY 10 : Kathmandu
Morning excursion to Changunarayan and walk through the picturesque mountain and villages to this temple. Thereafter, leave for Dhulikhel, the Newar town. It is famous for its scenic beauty and panoramic view of the snowy ranges. Overnight in Kathmandu.
DAY 11 : Kathmandu
In the morning, visit the Bodhnath Stupa, one of the biggest in the world. This is followed by a visit of Pashupatinath Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva, this temple has a superb architecture and is ‘Nepal’s’ holiest place. Rest of the afternoon free to explore the city. Overnight in Kathmandu
Day 12 : Kathmandu / Departure (FLIGHT)
Breakfast at the hotel. Later transfer to airport in tome to connect your flight back home.
Splendor of Tibet with Kathmandu Valley
(Kathmandu and Tibet Tour Packages)
Duration: 9 Nights / 10 Days
Day 01: Lhasa
Day 02: Lhasa
Day 03: Lhasa
Day 4 : Lasha / Gyantse
Day 5 : Gyantse / Shigatze
Day 6 : Shigatze / Shegar
Day 7 : Shegar
Day 8 : Shegar / Kathmandu
DAY 9 : Kathmandu
DAY 10: Kathmandu
DAY 11: Kathmandu
Day 12: Kathmandu / Departure (FLIGHT)
Tailor Made Price
875 $ / per person based on 2 people double sharing room
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