Tibet
China
     

Chengdu to Kathmandu
with Everest Base Camp

Chengdu - Lhasa - Gyantse - Shigatse - Sakya - Everest Base Camp
- Last Resort - Bhaktapur - Kathmandu

Delight in the successes of the Panda Breeding Sanctuary and discover Chengdu's ancient tea houses, explore a very special area of central Tibet and make the classic overland journey across the Roof of the World.

In the heart of central Tibet the great temples, monasteries, forts and palaces of Lhasa, Gyantse, Shigatse and Sakya are powerful testaments to a long and volatile history and to the spiritual and artistic traditions of Tibetan Buddhism.

Skirt the turquoise lake of Yamdrok Tso, cross mountain passes topped by prayer flags, pass glaciers, barren hillsides and fertile valleys - green, pink or brilliant yellow depending on season.

Stunning views of Qomolangma (Mt Everest) and a trip up to base camp are a fitting finale to this incredible journey. A last spectacular pass offers a panroamic view of the Himalaya before leaving the Tibetan Plateau behind, plunging abruptly into a lush green world as you descend almost 2000 meters in just 30kms to the border town of Zhangmu.

The historic cities of the Kathmandu Valley reveal a vibrant world of color and life. The markets, bazaars and narrow streets are home to holy men, sacred cows, bicycles, street sellers… you name it, it is here

Itinerary
Days 1-2 Chengdu Days 3-6 Lhasa Day 7 Gyantse Days 8-9 Shigatse Day 10 Sakya Day 11 Rombuk Day 12 Everest Base Camp & Lao Tingri Days 13-14 Last Resort Day 15 Bhaktapur & Kathmandu Day 16 Kathmandu Day 17 Depart

 

Departures
A private departure at any time for 2 or more people using good 2-3 star accommodation.
Suitable for children.
Best: April-November
 
Giant & Red Pandas
China's most iconic symbol are well aware of how cute they are - especially the young ones whose clumsy antics can entertain for hours.
Potala Palace
The symbol of Tibet, this awesome palace containing over 1000 rooms and 200,000 images dominates the city. The 7th century building was replaced by the current 130,000square meter structure in the 17th century.

Jokhang Temple
This 1300-year-old, golden-roofed building is the spiritual heart ofLhasa and of the Tibetan world. The courtyard in front of the entrance is almost constantly filled with prostrating pilgrims – inside the labyrinth of shrines, halls and galleries are dimly lit by butter lamps and filled with pilgrims and incense and house some of the finest treasures of Tibetan art.

Gyantse
Built at the center of the trade routes from Nepal, Sikkim and Bhutan, by 1440 Gyantse’s most impressive architectural achievements had been completed – the Kumbum, the dzong and Pelkor Chode monastery.
Rombuk& Everest Base Camp
The view from the world's highest monastery is incredible, and from EBC at 5200m, even more stunning.
Tashilumpo
Founded in 1447 the original building was built above a sacred sky-burial site, the stone slab of which can still be seen on the floor. At its peak it housed 4700 monks and is still the largest functioning monastic community in Tibet. The most amazing image is the 26m Maitreya, covered with 279 kg of gold.
Sakya
Once the political center of Tibet, the walls of Sakya's great fortified monastery are painted the dark gray typical to buildings in the area.
Kathmandu
Busy streets, temples and shrines, historic sights, restaurants galore and shopping to keep you busy for days.

Physical Grading: Easy-Moderate
Accommodation: Twin share w/ private facilities
Transport: Private car or minibus. Flight
Accompanied by: Local guides
 Meals: 4 breakfasts / 3 dinners. Allow approx €6-8 per day for meals not included.

Included Entry Fees & Activities:
 Panda Breeding Sanctuary, Jokhang Temple, Potala Palace, Drepung Monastery, Sera Monastery, Welcome dinner, Tibetan buffet & cultural show, Pelkor Choede & Gyantse Kumbum, Tashilhumpo Monastery, Sakya Gompa, Qomolangma National Park, Bhaktapur, Kathmandu Durbar Square, Swayambunath, Newari dinner.
     


Tibetan Expeditions
100 Beijing Dong Lu, Lhasa, Tibet, PRC
Tel: +86-891-6330489
Fax: +86-891-6330482
Mobile: +86-891-6571338
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