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Kathmandu to Xian Overview

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    • Trip Price tool tip
      USD $2,590
      CAD $2,605
      AUD $2,520
      EUR €2,020
      GBP £1,570
      NZD $3,230
      ZAR R20,135
      CHF FR2,335
    • Kitty tool tip
      USD $780
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    • Total price tool tip
      USD $3,370*
      CAD $3,362*
      AUD $3,266*
      EUR €2,564*
      GBP £2,045*
      NZD $4,166*
      ZAR R25,559*
      CHF FR2,951*
      *
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Trip Validity

  • 2012-01-01 - 2013-12-31

See the Himalayas and visit Tibet on a tour of Nepal and China

Take an epic Overland tour across the roof of the world. From Nepal to China, travel through a mountainous, mystic landscape of giant peaks and remote monasteries. Visit Nepal’s quirky Kathmandu, climb to laidback Lhasa and travel to China’s bustling Xi’an. Cruise the Friendship Highway, explore lush valleys and catch a glimpse Mt Everest on the horizon. Whether you’re after stunning Himalayan panoramas, a taste of rural Tibet or a mythical slice of southern China – this trip serves up more than its fair share of memorable moments.

  • Discover the discipline of Tibetan monks in Xiahe
  • Visit Pingliang’s epic Mt Kongtong
  • Meet the Terracotta Warriors in Xi'an
  • Experience rural life in Gyantse
  • See Kathmandu’s colourful prayer flags
  • Travel the Friendship Highway to Lhasa
  • Spot icy peaks in the Himalayas

Kathmandu to Xian Summary

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Day 1 Kathmandu

Arrive in quirky Kathmandu, an eclectic mix of ancient culture and modernity.

Days 2-3 Kodari

Travel to Kodari, an adventure lover’s haven. Grab a mountain bike, take a ropes course or experience a thrilling bungee jump.

Day 4 Zhangmuzhen

Cross the friendship bridge into Tibet and explore the hillside town of Zhangmuzhen.

Days 5-7 Friendship Highway

Cut across gorges, plateaux and mountain passes on this famous road.

Day 8 Baipa/New Tingri

Stay overnight in a local guesthouse at the junction of the road to Everest Base Camp, and acclimatise to the heights of the Himalayas.

Day 9 Rongbuk

Visit Rongbuk monastery and climb to Everest Base Camp.

Day 10 Baipa/New Tingri

Spend some more time at Base Camp before returning to Baipa.

Day 11 Shigatse

Traverse high mountain passes on the road to Shigatse, Tibet’s second-largest city and home of the world's largest gilded statue.

Day 12 Gyantse

Check out the Tashilhunpo Monastery before heading to the rural town of Gyantse.

Day 13 Yamdrok Tso Lake

Learn about Tibetan Buddhism at the archetypical Pelkor Chode before camping near the banks of the Yamdrok Tso Lake.

Days 14-17 Lhasa

Travel to Tibet’s beautiful city of Lhasa. Learn about its mysterious past and observe its modern future.

Day 18 Bush Camp

Cross the Tibetan Plateau and camp near the famous Tanggula Pass.

Day 19 Golmud

Cross into the Chinese town of Golmud for some spectacular views.

Days 20-21

Climb overland through Qinghai, passing the beautiful Qianghai Hu Lake.

Day 22 Lanzhou

Explore the friendly town of Lanzhou.

Days 23-24 Xiahe

Visit one of China’s most enchanting towns. Many Tibetans make the pilgrimage to Xiahe, laying prayer flags along the way.

Days 24-25 Bingling Si/Lanzhou

Explore the impressive caves and intricately detailed Buddhist carvings at Bingling Si.

Days 27-28 Pingliang

Travel to the town of Pingliang, nestled at the foot of the temple-studded Kongtong Mountain.

Days 29-31 Xi'an

Admire the 2,000-year-old army of Terracotta Warriors and explore significant cultural sites and museums while in Xi'an.
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What's included in this trip

  • Start:

    Kathmandu, Nepal

  • Finish:

    Xi'an, China

  • Group size:

    Min 4 , Max 21

  • Ages:

    Min 18

  • Meals:

    All meals when camping

  • Accommodation:

    Bush camp (no facilities) (9 nts), Guesthouse (4 nts), Hotel (14 nts), Permanent tented camp (2 nts)

  • Transport:

    Overland vehicle

  • Included activities:

    Bingli Si Buddah Caves, entrance, Lanzhou, Everest NP - Rongphu Monastery, Guided Tour of Terracotta Warriors, Gyantse - Pelkor Chode Monastery, Jokhang Temple, Lhasa - Potala Palace, Mount Kong Tong, Shigatse - Tashilhunpo Monastery

  • Carbon emissions offset:

    949kg pp per trip

  • Notes:

    Please note that this trip requires minimum numbers to depart, and may be cancelled up until 56 days prior to departure. The places showing on the dates and availability page are an indication only so please contact Intrepid to check if your preferred date will depart before making any final arrangements, such as booking non-changeable flights.

  • Trip price from

    USD $2,590
    CAD $2,605
    AUD $2,520
    EUR €2,020
    GBP £1,570
    NZD $3,230
    ZAR R20,135
    CHF FR2,335
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    Kitty

    USD $780
    ‡ Price information

  • Total price from

    USD $3,370*
    CAD $3,362*
    AUD $3,266*
    EUR €2,564*
    GBP £2,045*
    NZD $4,166*
    ZAR R25,559*
    CHF FR2,951*
    *     Price information
  • * Refer to booking conditions
  • ‡ As our kitty is flexible the indicated amount is indicative only - please click here to view the kitty amount for your departure date.

  • Per day from:

    USD $108
    CAD $108
    AUD $105
    EUR €82
    GBP £65
    NZD $134
    ZAR R824
    CHF FR95
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    • 31
    • HDOV
    • Trip Price tool tip
      USD $2,590
      CAD $2,605
      AUD $2,520
      EUR €2,020
      GBP £1,570
      NZD $3,230
      ZAR R20,135
      CHF FR2,335
    • Kitty tool tip
      USD $780
      ‡
    • Total price tool tip
      USD $3,370*
      CAD $3,362*
      AUD $3,266*
      EUR €2,564*
      GBP £2,045*
      NZD $4,166*
      ZAR R25,559*
      CHF FR2,951*
      *
    •  
       
       
       
       
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‡ As our kitty is flexible the indicated amount is indicative only - please click here to view the kitty amount for your departure date.

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