Explore the ancient winding streets of Lijiang, Experience the magic of Lhasa, Come face to face with technicolour Buddhas in Gyantse, Take part in a kora in Shigatse, Discover the chaos of Kathmandu
Explore Tibet and discover its hidden soul on this journey across the roof of the world.
Physical Rating: 4 Culture Shock Rating: 5 Accommodation: Hotels (3 nights), monasteries/guesthouses (16 nights), overnight train (1 night) Transportation: Plane, minibus, 4WD, local bus Trip Style: Intrepid Original Group Size: Maximum of 12 travellers per group Budget: Allow USD $300 for meals not included.
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Tour Operator
Intrepid Travel
Duration
22 Days
Escorted
Escorted - Yes
Itinerary
Day
Destination
Description
Day 1
Kunming
Filled with cafes and street markets, Kunming is an ideal place to try some fiery foods.
Days 2-3
Lijiang
Wander the walkways and canals of the Old Quarter, home of the colourfully dressed Naxi people.
Days 4-5
Zhongdian
Get a taste of Tibetan life in Zhongdian, considered to be Shangri-La by its residents.
Day 6
Deqin
Stop in Deqin, site of the sacred snow-capped mountain of Kawa Karpo.
Day 7
Markham
Enjoy a day's drive through fertile valleys, following the course of the Mekong River.
Day 8
Dzogang
Cross the Joba, Dawu and Dongda passes. At over 5,000 m you really are on the roof of the world.
Day 9
Pasho
Ascend the Gama La Pass and then descend to the Salween River, beside alpine forests.
Day 10
Pomi
A sunrise over the Nagan-Tso Lake is worth waking early for.
Days 11-12
Bayi/Basum-tso
Glimpse the enormous peaks of Gyala Pelri and Namcha Barwa mountains.
Days 13-16
Lhasa
Marvel at colourful Lhasa, the spiritual home of Tibet. Sit back and watch the pilgrims go about their prayers.
Day 17
Gyantse
Retaining a feel of old Tibet, the fascinating Gyantse Kumbum, meaning 100,000 images, is a unique temple designed as a three-dimensional mandala. Make the pilgrim route through tiny Buddha-packed chapels.
Days 18-19
Shigatse
Join pilgrims on their evening kora, a circular walk around the perimeter of the monastery.
Day 20
Lhasa
Learn a few words of Tibetan and enjoy a cooking class on your return to Lhasa.
Days 21-22
Kathmandu
Maybe enjoy a final feast.
Dates/Pricing
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