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Classic Tibet
Tibet Overland with Namtso Lake

Lhasa - Tsurphu - Namtso - Reting - Drigung
Gyantse - Shigatse - Sakya - Everest Base Camp

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, Tsurphu, Gyantse and Shigatse are powerful testaments to a long and volatile history and to the spiritual and artistic traditions of Tibetan Buddhism.

North of Lhasa the Tibetan Plateau's second largest saltwater lake, Namtso Chukmo, is a spectacular site. Dominated by the 7110-meter snow peak of Nyenchen Thanglha, it teems with migratory birds and the cave hermitages at Tashidor are a popular pilgrimage destination.

Venturing off the beaten track experience the very different atmosphere of some of the smaller, remoter religious centers including Reting; the beautifully situated Drigung Til and nearby Tidrom nunnery with its medicinal hot springs.

Skirt the turquoise lake of Yamdrok Tso, cross mountain passes topped by prayer flags, pass glaciers, barren hillsides and fertile valleys. Stunning views of Qomolangma (Mt Everest) and a trip up to base camp are a fitting finale to this incredible journey before we leave the Tibetan Plateau behind, plunging abruptly into a lush green world as we descend almost 2000 meters in just 30kms to the border town of Zhangmu.


Itinerary
Days 1-2 Kathmandu or Chengdu Days 3-6 Lhasa Days 7-8 Namtso Days 9-10 Reting, Tidrom, Drigung Day 11 Ganden & Lhasa Day 12 Gyantse Days 13-14 Shigatse Day 15 Sakya Day 16 Rombuk & Everest Base Camp Day 17 Lao Tingri Day 18 Last Resort Day 19 Kathmandu Day 20 Depart.
 


Departures
A private departure for 2 or more people available at any time.
May be customized for you.

Best: April-November

 
Potala Palace
The symbol of Tibet, this awesome palace containing over 1000 rooms and 200,000 images dominates the city. The current 130,000square meter structure dates from the 17th century.

Namtso
China's 2nd largest lake, surrounded by towering peaks and vast grasslands; frequented by migrating birds, nomadic herders and pilgrims.

Reting
Few places in central Tibet can rival the serenity of this once great monastic complex, its rebuilt temples surrounded by juniper trees.

Jokhang Temple
This 1300-year-old, golden-roofed building at the center of the Barkhor is the spiritual heart of both the city and of the Tibetan world.The entrance is almost constantly filled with prostrating pilgrims.
Gyantse
An important junction 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.
Rongbuk & Everest Base Camp
The view from the world's highest monastery is incredible, and from EBC at 5200m, even more stunning.
Tashilumpo
One of the four great Geluk monasteries that, at its peak, 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.
Drigung Til
Once rivalling Sakya for political power in Tibet, this 12th century monastery remains an important Kagyu center.
Kathmandu
Busy streets, temples and shrines, historic sights, restaurants galore and shopping to keep you busy for days.

Physical Grading: Moderate
Culture Shock Grading: Moderate
Accommodation: Twin share - 9 nights, Twin or multishare - 10 nights.
Transport: 4WD landcruiser, private bus
Accompanied by: Tibetan Guide
 Meals: None included. Allow approx USD8-10 per day.
Included Activities:
Jokhang Temple, Potala Palace, Drepung Monastery, Sera Monastery, Tsurphu, Reting, Drigung, Tidrum, Ganden, Pelkor Choede & Gyantse Kumbum, Tashilhumpo Monastery, Sakya Gompa, Qomolangma National Park.
     


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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