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Mountains and Monasteries
Trip Valid:
01/01/2008 to 31/12/2008
Duration:
28 days (Beijing to Kathmandu)
Highlights:
See the sights of ancient China, Experience the warm devotion of the Tibetan people, Mingle with pilgrims in Xiahe, Travel through the stunning landscapes of mountainous Tibet, Experience local life on a Yellow River homestay, Soak up the spiritual atmosphere of Lhasa, Shop in bustling bazaars, Spend a night in an Everest Base Camp, Discover Nepali culture in Kathmandu,
Trip Code:
FSN
Guarantee:
Departure is guaranteed, subject to 4 people travelling
Group Size:
Minimum 4, Maximum 12
Price:
Prices from USD $2570
15 Jul - 15 Sep 2008 (Beijing Olympics period): USD2770
*(plus local payment USD $600)
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Extras:
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Satisfy your sense of adventure and spiritual curiosity on this overland odyssey. From the great archaeological sites of China, travel across the vast Tibetan Plateau, through remote villages and into the mountain kingdom of Nepal. The intense spirituality of the Tibetan people is ever-present in their remote monasteries, high mountain passes, traditional homes and colourful marketplaces. Join the pilgrim's circumambulations, sample yak butter tea, eat plenty of dumplings and immerse yourself in the atmospheric monastic rituals. Complete the journey with a panoramic view of Mt Everest for an extraordinary real life experience.
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meals included: 1 Dinner, 1 Breakfast
transport: Plane, overnight train, private bus, 4WD, local bus, walking
accommodation: Hotels (17 nts), basic guesthouses (6 nts), monastery accommodation (2 nts), overnight trains (2 nts)
budget: Allow USD $300 for meals not included.
departs: Selected Mon from Mar to Nov
Days 1-3 Beijing
Discover the Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square and the awe-inspiring Great Wall.
Days 4-5 Xi'an
China's imperial centre for 2,000 years, don't miss Xi'an's Terracotta Warriors.
Day 6 Xiahe
Join pilgrims as they complete a prayer circut around the Labrang Monastery.
Day 7-8 Langmusi
See where nomads and Tibetan monks come together and take a tour of Langmusi's working monastery.
Days 9-10 Homestay/ Tibetan Grasslands
Experience Tibetan nomadic life on a homestay on the banks of the Yellow River.
Day 11 Chengdu
Pass through stunning Sichuan scenery en route to Chengdu, home of the spicy hot pot.
Days 12-16 Lhasa
Fly to Lhasa, a place of beauty and mysticism. Learn a few words of Tibetan and enjoy a cooking class. Visit the very special Potala Palace, the Jokhang and the Barkhor pilgrim circuit.
Day 17 Samye
Spend the night in the atmospheric shadow of Tibet's oldest monastery, which mirrors the structure of the universe according to Buddhist cosmology.
Day 18 Gyantse
Listen to the monks' morning prayers before taking a spectacular drive across the Kamba Pass. Make the pilgrim circuit at Gyantse Kubum, through a dizzying series of tiny chapels filled with colourful Buddhist images.
Days 19-21 Shigatse/ Sakya
Explore two of Tibet's most spriritually important towns. Explore the Tashilhunpo Monastery, visited daily by hundreds of devotees.
Days 22-23 Everest National Park
Discover the world's highest monastery, Rongphu, situated at 5,000 m above sea level. Get higher again, trekking up to Tibet's own Everest Base Camp - the view from here is out of this world.
Day 24 Zhangmu
As the Tibetan Plateau abruptly ends, the harsh landscape transforms into lush green valleys.
Days 25-26 Dhulikhel
Across the Nepalese border, enjoy panoramic views of the Himalayas.
Days 27-28 Kathmandu
The journey ends in the narrow streets of Kathmandu, with its great food and memorable sights.
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| Mon 28 Jul 08 | Sun 24 Aug 08 | 7+ | book now |
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