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Holiday Overview
Holiday Overview
Highlights
- Potala Palace: Winter palace of the Dalai Lama
- Mt. Everest: The highest mountain in the world
- Samye Monatery: Combining Tibetan, Han and Indian styles
Brief Itinerary
- DAY 01 ARRIVAL LHASA
- DAY 02 LHASA
- DAY 03 LHASA
- DAY 04 LHASA TO GYANTSE VIA YAMDROK TSO AND THE KAROLA PASS
- DAY 05 GYANTSE TO SAKYA
- DAY 06 SAKYA TO LAO TINGRI
- DAY 07 LAO TINGRI TREK TO LUN CHANG VILLAGE
- DAY 08 LUN CHANG VILLAGE TREK TO NAM LA PASS
- DAY 09 NAM LA PASS TREK TO RONGBUK
- DAY 10 RONGBUK TREK TO EBC - DRIVE TO LAO TINGRI
- DAY 11 LAO TINGRI - SHIGATSE
- DAY 12 SHIGATSE - SAMYE MONASTERY
- DAY 13 SAMYE TO TSETANG
- DAY 14 TSETANG TRANSFER TO AIRPORT AND DEPART FROM TIBET
Map & Itinerary
Map & Itinerary
Our Everest Base Camp Trek program begins by traveling from Lhasa to Lao Tingri. After spending a few days in the cultural and religious center of Tibet, you will depart Lhasa for the Himalaya region. The expedition crosses the Tibetan highlands and ventures into the Base Camp of Mount Everest (North side) via trekking which is 5200m high above sea level.
Note: All the time and distance etc. shown below are approximate and indicative only, if there is inconsistency, it will depend on the weather, local road conditions and other actual situations. Besides, the duration might be revised according to your physical level.
Holiday Itinerary
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ARRIVAL LHASA
Welcome to the roof of the world! You will be picked up by local tour guide at the airport hall or train station, then be escorted to your hotel in Lhasa city in a private vehicle.
After arrival at your hotel, the rest of the day is free for you to explore the local area and acclimatize yourself to this high altitude city at the top of the world.
Tips of today: 1. Go for some walking to acclimate the high altitude but avoid strenuous activity after arrival; 2. You’d better not have bath; 3. Drink more water, and have some fruit; 4. Have a good rest.
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Accommodation 4 star in Lhasa
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LHASA
Today we will visit Poatala palace and Jokhang. Potala Palace is the worldwide known cardinal landmark of Tibet. The massive structure itself contains a small world within it. Mostly it is renowned as residence of the Dalai Lama lineages (Avalokiteshvara). Both of them are the local points of pilgrims from entire Tibetan world, multitudinous pilgrims are circumambulating and prostrating in their strong faith.
Continue your tour to Jokhang Temple, which is within walking distance from Potala Palace. It is considered the spiritual center of Tibet. You will see many pilgrims worship within or nearby the temple. Enter the first floor of the temple and absorb the religious atmosphere, you will see pilgrims are donating butter oil to keep the lights burning for the Buddha. While learning about more Buddhas and Lamas than you can possibly remember you will gain a feeling for the vast history of Tibetan Buddhism. You might also hear red-robed Lamas praying. Walk up to the roof of the temple, take some pictures of the gold roof and enjoy the beautiful sunshine of Lhasa while observing pilgrims praying in front of the temple.
Finally, join locals in a traditional pilgrimage route by taking a relaxing walk in a large circular path around Jokhang Temple at Barkor Street. The street is filled with pilgrims taking part in religious activities and street venders selling a wide variety of traditional Tibetan goods and religious items. If you like you can also ask your tour guide take you to visit a Thangka workshop to marvel at the fabulous Thangka art work. There are cafes along the street as well. You can relax and enjoy the life in Lhasa in a lazy afternoon.
Tips: As you climb up to the Potala Palace, you might experience slight shortness of breath due to the exertion. Take your time and rest when needed. Please try not to disturb pilgrims; you can take pictures from a distance.
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Accommodation 4 star in Lhasa
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Meals B
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LHASA
After breakfast, you are driven to visit the Norbulingka Park, the former summer palace of Dalai Lama. Explore the beautiful gardens and experience one of the most holy sites in Tibetan Buddhism while soaking up the rich history. Next, come to Drepung Monastery, which was once the largest Tibetan Buddhist monastery housing 10,000 monks in its heyday. Learn about the lives of Tibetan monks. Your tour ends at Sera Monastery, where you will get the chance to experience “Buddhism Scriptures Debating”. These debates are unique to Sera and are quite famous. Enjoy the debates!
Tips: Today, you will be driven to the outskirt of Lhasa City. The drive is not long, all within half hour. The road condition is good. A little walking or climbing is involved. Please pack plenty of water with you. Don't forget about your sun glasses and sun-cream.-
Accommodation 4 star in Lhasa
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Meals B
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LHASA TO GYANTSE VIA YAMDROK TSO AND THE KAROLA PASS
Today we start our overland journey towards Gyantse. We will cross the Khamba La [4794m] from which there is stunning views across the waters of Yamdrok-tso Lake to the snowy summit of Nazin Kang Sa [7252m]. We continue westwards over another high pass the Karo La [5045m] where we are treated to the spectacular sight of a huge glacier tumbling down to within a few hundred metres of the road. After passing through beautiful valleys and colorful Tibetan villages we arrive in the town of Gyantse.-
Accommodation 4 star Gyantse Hotel
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Meals B
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GYANTSE TO SAKYA
Before leaving Gyantse we have time this morning to visit the Gyantse Dzong and Pelkor. The Dzong is a fort dating from the 14th century from which there are amazing views of both Gyantse itself and the surrounding Nyang Chu Valley. The Pelkor is a large gold-domed stupa and its many small chapels house an impressive array of Tibetan Buddhist murals.
We then continue on to Shigatse, a short drive of only 90kms, arriving in time for lunch. Shigatse is the second largest city in Tibet and after exploring the local market we will make a glimpse visit to the Tashilhunpo Monastery. Then take a 3hrs drive to Sakya, check in the hotel and have a rest.
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Accommodation Sakya Hotel
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Meals B
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SAKYA TO LAO TINGRI
In the morning, you will visit Sakya Monastery, which is one of the four main Buddhist schools in Tibet. It was from here that the whole of Tibet was governed during the period of Sakya hegemony and even now there are buildings of historic importance to be seen here. You can see the largest book in the world in Sakya's great library written in gold. After exploring Sakya Monastery, we will drive to Lao Tingri. Along the way, you will cross several high passes offering great views of the plains and snow-capped mountains.
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Accommodation Kangar hotel
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Meals B
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LAO TINGRI TREK TO LUN CHANG VILLAGE
Our trekking begins from Old Tingri all the way to the Tingri plain. The Trekking route will along the R-Chu stream and pass part of the Ra-chu Valley, we will see the beautiful valley scenery with extensive meadows and packs of sheep and goats. The rest of the day we can visit a small gompa in Chholun. Tonight will be spent in a comfortable campsite in Lun Chang. This bleak region is home only to herders and barley harvesters.
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Accommodation Camping
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Distance 12km
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Meals BLD
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Time 6hrs hiking
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LUN CHANG VILLAGE TREK TO NAM LA PASS
From Lungchang, you will ascend to the small village of Drokpa at the base of the Nam La Pass. The challenging trekking really starts today as we go up into the mountains. Much uphill walking will be done as we climb towards the top of Nam la pass. And we would camp above the top of this pass.
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Accommodation Camping
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Distance 21km
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Meals BLD
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Time 8hrs hiking
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NAM LA PASS TREK TO RONGBUK
In the morning we descend steeply into lush vegetation. The trek will allow us to meet the indigenous yak herders and their families. And we will wind our way to the destination of Rongbuk.
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Accommodation Rongbuk Monastery Guesthouse
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Distance 27km
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Meals BLD
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Time 10hrs hiking
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RONGBUK TREK TO EBC - DRIVE TO LAO TINGRI
Walking forward from Rongbuk Monastery, you will see the famous Rongbuk Glacier, which is the largest among all the hundreds of glaciers formed around the Mt. Everest. The three glaciers north of the Mt. Everest flow south and congregate at a river traversing the foot of the monastery. This is called 'Rongbuk River', and the water there is extremely cold. Then trek 8km to EBC and enjoying the barren yet awe-inspiring surroundings of the Everest Base Camp. Then trek down to Rongbuk, drive to Lao Tingri.
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Accommodation Lao Tingri
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Distance 8km
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Meals BL
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Time 4hrs hiking
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LAO TINGRI - SHIGATSE
After breakfast, drive about (360km) to Shigatse. Time permitting, we will visit Tashilunpo Monastery and the spectacular tombs of Panchen Lamas, do the monastery kora which provide you a great view of the whole Shigatse city.
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Accommodation Manasarovar hotel
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Meals B
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SHIGATSE - SAMYE MONASTERY
After breakfast, drive to Samye Monastery. Samye Monatery is regarded as the first Buddhist Temple in Tibet. It was founded in 779 by King Trisong Detsen and located in the quiet piedmont area of north bank of Yarlung Zangpo River. Samye is also the first complete with the three Buddhist jewels of Buddha, Dharma and Sangha. It has become a top destination for Tibetan Buddhists who will walk thousands of miles for weeks to finish their pilgrimage to this monastery.
Today we will also have a chance to enjoy a beautiful sunset view of the Yarlung Zangbo River.
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Accommodation Samye Hotel
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Meals B
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SAMYE TO TSETANG
Drive from Samye to Tsetang, the third largest city in Tibet. Tsetang is known as “the cradle of Tibetan Civilization” for two reasons: first, its mild weather and fertile land conceived the great Tibet dynasty; second, it’s the birthplace of the first Tibetans who were said to be the offspring of a monkey and a demoness. Today you will visit the Yumbulakang and Samye monasteries.
According to a legend of followers of the Bon religion, Yumbulakang was erected in the second century B.C. for the first Tibetan king Nyatri Tsenpo, who was descended from the sky. Yumbulagang became a shrine and under the reign of the 5th Dalai Lama, Ngawang Lobsang Gyatso, a monastery of the Gelugpa school. Yumbulakang monastery was severely damaged during the Cultural Revolution, though it has been extensively rennovated since.
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Accommodation 4 star standard Tsetang Hotel
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Meals B
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TSETANG TRANSFER TO AIRPORT AND DEPART FROM TIBET
After breakfast, take 2hrs drive to Lhasa Gongga Airport, see off.
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Meals B
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Price Policy
Tour Price Policy
Additional details
1. Before you pay deposit to book the tour, we haven’t made any reservation yet. The train, flight tickets and the hotel may different from the itinerary listed.
2. The visiting order of the scenic spots in the itinerary may change according to the traffic condition and other unforeseen things.
3. Tourist insurance is a must before going, please provide us the confirmation of insurance company when sign up.
The price includes
1. Entrance Fees: to scenic spots as listed in the itinerary
2. All the activities fee mentioned in the itinerary: Hutong rickshaw in Beijing; Sichuan Opera show in Chengdu;
3. Private Transfers: Transfers between airports, hotels and scenic spots while sightseeing during the trip by private air conditioned vehicle with a driver.
4. Meals: All meals as indicated in the itinerary (B-breakfast, L-lunch, D-dinner), include Peking duck dinner in Beijing; Hot pot dinner in Chengdu.
5. Guide: As outlined in the itinerary an English-speaking guide and driver will be provided in each city, who will remain with you throughout your time in that city. A new guide and a new driver will meet you at each city on your tour, to provide you with the best local knowledge available
6. Hotel: hotel fees are based on two people sharing one room with king-size bed. All hotels as listed in the above itinerary serve daily western or Chinese breakfast
7. Internal flights
** Day 11/ Flight from Yichang to Shanghai (based on economy class);
8. Trains
** Day 04/ High speed train from Beijing to Xi’an (based on 2nd class);
** Day 06/ High speed train from Xi’an to Chengdu (based on 2nd class)
** Day 06/ High speed train from Chengdu to Chongqing (based on 2nd class)
9. Arrangements: the tour cost includes planning, handling, operational and communication charges
10. Travel Agency Liability insurance
The price does not include
1. International airfare or train tickets to enter or leave China
2. China entry visa fees
3. Excess baggage charges
4. The medicine for the sickness or accident while on the way
5. Personal expenses: expenses of a purely personal nature such as laundry, drinks, fax, telephone calls, optional activities, sightseeing or meals which are not included in the tour itinerary
6. Meals: any meals which are not specified in the tour itinerary
7. Single room supplement
8. Please notice that the price will be much higher during the festival of Labors’ Day, National Day, spring festival
9. Tips to tour guide and driver (recommended USD10-15/guest/day).
10. Tourist accident insurance. NB - you are strongly suggested to buy travel and health insurance before you start out from your home country.
Payment conditions
To confirm your reservation, you must pay a deposit of 30% of the total amount due via the payment link that your local agent will share. The balance is due 30 days prior to departure. The quoted exchange rate is valid for the next 7 days – if the deposit is not paid within this time, the quote will be re-calculated.
Terms and conditions for cancelation
i. Cancellation of the Tour by CAT (local agent):
CAT reserve the right to cancel the postpone tour at any time up to the date final payment is due under the following condition: in our opinion, health and/or safety factors related to conditions in China would make the tour inadvisable. And in this case, all money paid by the participants will be refunded. If the tour is postponed, CAT will offer all those who have signed up the opportunity to have the same tour for a later time, but the price may be changed according to the season. We will notify you of any change, and give you a reasonable period
of time to make your decision. Consumers may, but are under no obligation to, take the tour under these new terms. After final payment has been made, we may cancel the tour only if, in our opinion, health and/or safety factors related to conditions in China would make the tour inadvisable. Since cancellation in this case involves factors which may arise suddenly and are entirely outside our control, including but not limited to natural disasters, civil unrest and epidemic disease, we cannot guarantee a full refund in this case. This is because payment will already have been made to finalize the arrangements and reservation.
ii. Cancellation of the Tour by Consumer:
Any cancellation must be made by sending an email to the local agent. The cancellation fee varies according to how many days prior to departure the cancellation is made:
· More than 30 days prior to departure: 5% of the total holiday cost
· Between 30 and 22 days prior to departure : 25% of the total holiday cost
· Between 21 and 8 days prior to departure : 50% of the total holiday cost
· Between 7 and 3 days prior to departure : 75% of the total holiday cost
· Less than 3 days prior to departure and after the departure date: 100% of the total holiday cost
All cancellations must be in writing and will be effective upon receipt by CAT. No refund will be made to those participants who break the journey regardless of the portions of the package unused. If, owing to serious illness or injury, the participant withdraws from the tour, a refund will be subject to the consent of the local travel agent.
No refund will be made to those participants who have failed to secure valid travel documents such as passport or visas.
