Central Tibet Tour-Drive in/Fly Out
Journey to Roof of the World-Central Tibet Tour
Tibet is considered the roof of the world where God reigns in its majesty. This journey, through air or land, promises exploring artistic and sumptuous monasteries, centuries old caravan tracks and incredible spiritual heart and soul of Tibetan Buddhism and culture. And all these in the backdrop of snow clad mountains, giving you the feel walking over the clouds. Home to the majestic Potala Palace and the Dalai Lamas, the trip also explores Tibet’s holiest temple Jokhang along with Sera and Deprung Monasteries- religiously and culturally famous monasteries in Lhasa. This trip is your pass to discover the otherwise isolated world of Tibetan Buddhism and the Sangri-La that it is part of human quest for centuries.
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Day 1
Kathmandu Arrival
Arrival at Kathmandu Airport, Welcome by our office representative and transfer to the hotel. Program briefing & preparation for the trip. Overnight at Hotel.
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Day 2
Kathmandu-Rasuwagadi-Kyirong(180km/2650M/07-08 hrs. drive)
Early in the morning scenic drive to Rasuwa Gadi Border (Nepal-Tibet Border) through the beautiful River and hills. After completing custom formalities (Nepal and China side) drive to Kyirong. Overnight at Hotel.
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Day 3
Kyirong-Tingri (4300M/225km)
After the breakfast drive to Tingri. In the way view of beautiful Himalayan ranges including Mt. Cho Oyu (8201m) & Mt Xishapagma (8012m). From TINGRI, you can enjoy the view of Mt. Everest (8,848m) if weather is clear. Overnight at Guest House.
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Day 4
Tingri-Lhaste-Xigatse(3900m/244km)
After the breakfast at Hotel, drive to Xigatse via crossing Gyatchu La pass (5220m) and Lhaste. Road came from western side (Kailash/Saga) also join in Lhaste. Continue drive to Xigatse. Overnight at Hotel.
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Day 5
Xigatse-Gyantse(3950m/90km)
In the morning visit Panchen Lama’s Tashilhumpu Monastery. Afternoon drive to Gyantse. Visit Kumbum Stupa and Phalkor Monastery. Overnight at Hotel.
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Day 6
Gyantse-Lhasa(3650m/260km)
After the breakfast drive to Lhasa via crossing Karola (5,010m), Yamdrok-Tso Lake and Brahma Putra River. Overnight at Hotel.
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Day 7
Sightseeing in Lhasa
Two full days sightseeing tour to Lhasa including Jokhang Temple, Drepung Monastry, Barakhor Market, Potala Palace & Sera Monasteries. Overnight at Hotel.
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Day 8
Sightseeing around the Lhasa
Sightseeing around the Lhasa. Rest of the time is free for shopping.
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Day 9
Lhasa-Kathmandu
Early morning transfer to Gonggar Airport to connect your flight to Kathmandu or Mainland China.
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Day 10
Final Departure
Last of the tour. After the breakfast transfer to Airport for onward jourmey.