Lhasa Overland

You’ll journey by 4WD to the very heart of the Himalaya, to
Everest Base Camp. The views of this mythical mountain that
in Nepal is called ‘Sagarmatha’ meaning ‘goddess of the sky’
and in Tibet ‘Qomolangma’ meaning ‘mother goddess of the
universe’, are truly inspirational.
Your spectacular journey back to Nepal includes a stop at Gyantse to
see the frescoes of Kumbum Stupa, while at Shigatse you visit the
impressive Tashilhunpo Monastery. South of Shegar lies Rongbuk
Monastery. There are stunning views of Everest’s north face from here
and the chance to reach base camp itself by horse drawn cart. Finally
in Kathmandu you can reflect on your adventure and explore the
bazaars and temples of this fascinating medieval city.
From Kathmandu you fly across the Himalaya taking in breathtaking
views of towering peaks all the way. From here you’ll visit Tsedang
and cross the river to Samye Monastery. In Lhasa discover the
famous Potala Palace and Jokhang Temple – the religious centre of
Tibetan Buddhism, encircled by holy Barkhor Square – Tibet’s
largest bazaar.

Price

From: GBP1399 per person (16)

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Departure Dates

04 Apr 2009 2159.00
05 Apr 2009 1399.00
23 May 2009 1799.00
24 May 2009 1399.00
25 Jul 2009 1799.00
26 Jul 2009 1399.00
08 Aug 2009 1799.00
09 Aug 2009 1399.00
29 Aug 2009 1799.00
30 Aug 2009 1399.00
02 Sep 2009 1799.00
03 Sep 2009 1399.00
19 Sep 2009 2159.00
20 Sep 2009 1399.00

1/2 - Overnight flight to Kathmandu
3 - Kathmandu; explore temples & bazaars
4 - Fly to Gongkar (near Lhasa);
drive to Tsedang
5 - Via Samye Monastery to Lhasa
6/7 - Lhasa; Potala Palace & Jokhang, Drepung or
Sera Monasteries & Norbulingka
8 - Via Yangdrok Tso to Gyantse
10 - To Shegar
11 - To Rongbuk Monastery; visit Everest Base Camp
12 - To Nepal; via Old Tingri
15/16 - Overnight flight to London
9 - To Shigatse; Tashilhunpo Monastery
13/14 - Kathmandu; free day