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Known as the
Roof of the world,
Tibet Autonomous Region is located on the
Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, surrounded by snow-capped mountains, Buddhism continues to define
Tibet's culture. As capital of Tibet,
Lhasa is attractive with a 1300 years history, brilliant culture, unique folklore and enchanting highland view. Our
16 days travel will lead you to the holy land by the world's highest railway:
Qinghai-Tibet railway, across the most murderous terrain on earth, the permafrost, or even peak at altitude of 17 000ft. You will also have a face to face amazing experience of the highest mountain of the world --
Mt. Everest! Just join us to experience the unique scenery and landscapes!
Day-by-day
Itinerary
Day 1 Arrival
Arrive in
Beijing, meet and transfer to hotel
. In the afternoon, visit the
Temple of Heaven. (L)
Day 2 Beijing
Visit:
Great Wall and
Ming Tombs (including the visit the
Ding Tomb and
Sacred Way). (
B, L)
Day 3 Beijing
Visit:
Tian'anmen Square,
Forbidden City,
Summer Palace. (B, L)
Day 4 Beijing --
Xining
Transfer to airport for morning flight to Xining. On arrival, meet and pay a short visit to city center. Transfer to railway station for overnight train K9801 to Lhasa at 14:56. (B, L)
Accommodation: on board, soft sleeper, 4 berth cabin.
Day 5 Xining -- Lhasa
Arrive in Lhasa at 15:40.
Meet and transfer to hotel.
Rest of the day at your leisure, acclimatize to high altitude.
Day 6 Lhasa
Visit:
Potala Palace,
Barkhor Market,
Jokhang Monastery,
Sera Monastery. (B, L)
Day 7 Lhasa
Visit:
Drepung Monastery,
Tibetan Family,
Norbu Lingka. (B, L)
Day 8 Lhasa --
Gyantse --
Shigatse
On the way to Gyantse, pass one of the most sacred lakes in Tibet, called Yamdroktso
Lake. After about 4hrs driving, arrive Gyantse and visit Palkhor monastery. Arrive Shigatse in the late afternoon, the second largest city in Tibet. (B, L,
D)
Day 9 Shigatse -- Dingri
Visit:
Tashilhunpo Monastery,
New Palace of
Panchen. In the afternoon, take a 4 hrs drive to Dingri. (B, L, D)
Day 10
Everest Base Camp
Take a drive to the foot of the Mt. Everest and take a carriage to visit the Everest Base Camp and the
Rongbuk Monastery. Transfer back to hotel in Dingri. (B, L, D)
Day 11 Dingri -- Lhasa
Transfer back to Lhasa. (B, L)
Day 12 Lhasa -- Beijing
Transfer to airport for flight to Beijing. Transfer to
Hotel. (B, L)
Day 13
Departure
Transfer to airport for home flight. End of service. (B)
Items included:
*Meals as indicated in the itinerary at local restaurants (B=
Breakfast, L=
Lunch, D=Dinner)
* Featured accommodation, with daily breakfast (based on double standard room) in
3-4 star Hotl or similar. Dingri in 2 star hotel.
Beijing:
Rainbow Hotel (
3-4*) or similar;
Lhasa: Yak Hotel (3*) or similar;
Shigatse:
Manasarovar Hotel (3*) or similar;
Dingri:
Everest Hotel (2*) or similar;
*The above sightseeing program with entrance admittances.
*
Domestic trains and flights as above mentioned.
*
Private air-conditioned car transportation in
China.
*
English speaking tour guide.
Items not included:
*
International flights.
*Gratuities to guides and drivers.
*
Personal expenses and excessive baggage charges.
Notes:
1. B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner
2. The prices are only Valid from April 1
2013 to
November 30, 2013
3.
We can also tailor-make this tour just for you.
4. This tour is only valid for groups over 5 people.
5.
Single Room Supplement USD 512
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- published: 14 Jul 2014
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