Potala Palace Tour
Tibet is a rich and beautiful land with an averagThe Potala Palace - Lahsa Tourse altitude over 4,000m (13,120ft) above sea level. Possessing more than fifty peaks above7,000m (22,960ft), Tibet is home to eleven Himalayan mountains over 8,000m (26,240ft). China, India, Nepal, Sikkim, Bhutan, Burma and Kashmir all border Tibet. Over two million people inhabit this land of rich natural resources and ancient cultures.
Spiritual traditions, temples and monasteries, lakes and rivers, and mighty snow clad peaks are just a few of the intoxicating wonders to be experienced by adventurous travelers who get the opportunity to visit this land. Buddhism, with a history of some 1,300 years is shaped into a unique form of "Lamaism". Tibetan history, culture and religion are mixed together and infiltrate every aspect of social life. Tibetan religious arts have a distinctive style with adoption of Indian and Chinese Buddhist influence, thus forming a pearl of Oriental Buddhist art. The various people who live on the Tibetan plateau, such as Tibetans, Monpas, Lhopas and Moslems, each have their own unique of traditions of marriage, burial birth, and other ceremonies. Festivals in Tibet are numerous providing many opportunities for large and exciting celebrations. So come and visit the land rich in mountains, monks, mystery and adventure.
Tibet remains one of the most interesting, remote and undeveloped part of the world, situated at an average elevation of 5000m (16500ft) above sea level. Its limited facilities for tourists are only now approaching a reasonable standard.
A trip to Tibet is not for the faint hearted; the travelling can be hard, adventurous and often unpredictable. Due to Tibet's high altitude travelers with a history of heart, lung or anemia problems should consult a doctor before considering a visit.
Visitors should also understand before taking this trip that Tibet was only opened to tourism in recent years. The infrastructure of the Tourist industry is still very basic in the remote country. Please do not expect the standards you are accustomed to in the west. However, every effort will be made under the circumstances to ensure a smooth and pleasant trip.
Trekking/Tours Snapshot
Trek type: Lodge/Camping
Trek Grade: Moderate/Challenging
Duration: 18 days
Activities: Trekking, camping, sightseeing
Best time to visit: April, May, June, July, August, September
Itinerary
Day 1 Arrival and transfer to the Hotel.
Day 2 Trip commences in Kathmandu , introductions and formalities
Day 3 Sightseeing around Kathmandu Valley
Day 4 Fly Kathmandu to Lhasa - Hotel Himalaya
Day 5-7 Lhasa - sightseeing
Day 8 Drive to Gyantse
Day 9-10 Sigatse
Day 11 Drive to Shegar
Day 12-13 Rombuck Monastry
Day 14 Drive to Zhangbu
Day 15 Kathmandu
Day 16 City tour of kathmandu, Trip concludes in kathmandu.
Day 17 Rest, Shopping.
Day 18 Departure.
Cost Includes
Budge Tour
Kathmandu – border & Nepal – Tibet border Change transfer & Tibet side Japanese Minibus transport Zhangmu to Lhasa, Accommodation Bed & breakfast double bed Sheering basis, Accommodation in Tibet is provided at the best available hotels en-route and guest houses, In Lhasa Hotel Snow Land, Banaksol or similar categories
1. Sight seeing tours with English speaking guide
2. Monument entrance fees
3. Lhasa / Kathmandu flight Tickets
4. Tibet visa fee, Travel Permit
5. All transfer in Kathmandu
6. Airport Tax Include
7. Our Service Charge
Deluxe Tour
- Kathmandu – border & Nepal – Tibet border Change transfer & Tibet Jeep transport in a 4 wheel drive
- Accommodation in Bed & breakfast double bed room with Sheering basis, Accommodation in Tibet is provided at the best available hotels en-route, In Lhasa Hotel Lhasa Holiday inn or Himalayan Hotel new Wing
- Sight seeing tours with English speaking guide
- Monument entrance fees
- Lhasa / Kathmandu flight Tickets
- Tibet visa, Travel Permit
- Airport Tax Include
- Our Service Charge
Cost Excludes
Extra hotel expenses, single room supplement where requested, any personal expenses (bottled soft drinks, telephone charges, video/camera fees, etc.), domestic and international airfares, medical costs (except medical attention given by trek leader), rescue charges, tips for crew (typically around NRp100 per trekking day), airport departure tax (currently NRp1100 for international destinations), Visas and visa extension costs, lunch and evening meals while in Kathmandu (except Namaste meal on first night)
1. Nepal re-entry visa fee
2. Lunch & Dinner in Tibet
3. Bar Bills & beverages
4. Photographic charges of some monasteries
5. Travel insurance, gratuities, Personal Expenses
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Our Contact
Friends Adventure Team Pvt. Ltd.
P.O.Box. 21276, Kathmandu Nepal, Tel: +977-1-4364838, Fax: +977-1-4381031
Mobile: +977 9851027397, Email:lamateam@wlink.com.np
