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Nepal - Tibet with
Everest base camp |
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Days / 16 Nights |
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Itinerary (Kathmandu
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Nagarkot - Patan City - Lhasa - Tsurphu Gompa -
Xigatse - Tinggri (Shegar)
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Everest Base Camp -
Nylam
- Kirtiipur -
Pokhara -
Sarangkot
- Kathmandu) |
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16 NIGHTS/ 17 DAYS
NEPAL/ TIBET TOUR
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DAY 01
: Arrival
in Kathmandu. On arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport,
Kathmandu you will be met our representatives. Then board
a waiting vehicle for transfer to your Hotel.
City Maps and detailed itinerary
will be handed over to you.
On the way to your hotel, our representative will brief you on
Nepal, general do's and don'ts and also explain your program in
brief. Upon arrival at the hotel, you will be offered a welcome
drink, and shown to your room. Later our representative
will brief you in more detail on your itinerary and answer any
questions you may have. Rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight in Hotel Vaishali or Hotel Shangrila. |
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DAY 02 :
0900 Hrs :
Sightseeing tour of the
KATHMANDU CITY -
Hanumandhoka - Kathmandu's Durbar Square
is the historic seat of royalty. The Durbar Square with its old
temples and palaces, epitomises the religious and cultural life
of the people. It is here that kings of Nepal are crowned and
their coronations solemnized. Also visit the Taleju Temple built
by King Mahendra Malla in 1549 AD, the temple of Kal Bhairav -
the God of destruction and the temple of Kumari (Vestal Virgin)
or the Living Goddess - represents a very ancient Hindu deity of
Nepal locally known as Taleju is Buddhist by birth. The Kumari
acknowledges greetings from her balcony window. Once a year
during Indra Jatra festival, the King of Nepal seeks the
Kumari's blessing. Kasthamandap -- Located near the Kumari Temple is said to be built from
the wood of a single tree from the city. The city of Kathmandu
derives its name from this temple. The Kathmandu Durbar Square
was listed in the UNESCO World Heritage Monument List in 1979.
Next to SWOYHUMBHUNATH STUPA-
the oldest Buddhist shrine. It is said to be 2,000 years old.
Painted on the four sides of the spire’s base are the all -
seeing eyes of Lord Buddha. It is 3 km west of Kathmandu City
and is situated on a hillock about 77 m above the level of
Kathmandu Valley and commands an excellent view of the Valley.
This Stupa is the oldest of its kind in Nepal. It was also
listed in the UNESCO World Heritage Monument List in
1979.
12.00 Hrs :
Sightseeing tour of
BHAKTAPUR CITY
- Valley's most medieval city also known as Bhadgaon. It is
situated about 14 kilometers east of Kathmandu and was one of
the three kingdoms of the Mallas. Situated at an altitude of
1,401m, Bhaktapur covers an area of four square miles. The City
of Devotees as it is known still retains its medieval charm and
visitors to this ancient town are treated to a feast of cultural
and artistic achievements. The past glory of the Malla rulers
continues to be reflected in the Durbar Square. Pottery and
Woodcaving are its traditional craft industries. Places to see
here include the Lion Gate, the Picture Gallery, the Golden
Gate and the Palace of 55 Windows. Here the ancient temples and
palaces show the Newari craftsmanship of carved wooden windows
and latticework. Lunch in local restaurant in Bhaktapur.
Thereafter drive to Nagarkot
- a small hill station 32
kilometers east of Kathmandu, is situated at an altitude of
2,175m above sea level. The panorama of the major peaks of most
of the eastern Nepal Himalayas, including Sagarmatha (Mt.
Everest) can be seen from here. Best views at sunset and
sunrise. (subject to weather). Overnight in Hotel Vaishali or Hotel Shangrila. |
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DAY 03
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09.00 Hrs : After breakfast
sightseeing tour of
PATAN CITY
-- This city of architecture and
fine arts was founded in 250 AD, previously known as Lalitpur.
It is also known as the "Town with a Thousand Golden Roofs."
This ancient city lies about 5 kms southeast of Kathmandu. The
city is full of Hindu and Buddhist monuments. The interesting
places to visit here are the Durbar Square, Mahaboudha, Krishna
Mandir and Hirayana Mahabihar Temple (The Golden Temple). Your
visit will be followed by a visit to Tibetan Handicraft Centre
at Jawalakhel.
14.00 Hrs
: Tour
PASUPATINATH TEMPLE :
the temple of Lord Shiva, The temple with a two tiered golden
roof and silver door is considered one of the holiest shrines
for Hindus. Although only Hindus are allowed inside the temple,
visitors can witness the activities performed in the temple
premises from the eastern bank of the Bagmati River. The temple
was listed in the UNESCO World Heritage Monument List in 1979.
After proceed
to BOUDHANATH STUPA
: The stupa of Bouddhanath
lies 8 kms east of Kathmandu. This ancient colossal Stupa is one
of the biggest in the world, and is the centre of Tibetan
Buddhism in Nepal. Listed in the UNESCO World Heritage Monument
List in 1979. Overnight in Hotel Shangrila or Hotel Vaishali.
DAY
04
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07.45 Hrs : Transfer to airport and fly
Kathmandu / Lhasa by CA 408 (ETD 10:00 AM). The flight is one hour ten minutes and it is one of
the most beautiful flights in the world. First the flight
follows East approching Dorje Lakpa, the Jugal Himal,Gauri
Shankar, Choyu, Lhotse, Mt. Everest and Makalu. Then after
flying to the North on the left side of the aircraft, we see the
Chomo Lihari (7315 m) of Bhutan including the whole of the
Kanchanjunga Massif, Makalu and East face of Chomolungna (Mt.
Everest). The flight takes a sharp from North wards and flies
over the Mountain range of Nozin Khang Sa and Lake Yamdrok and
follows the Yarlung Tsangpo river on the east.
Upon arrival at Gonggar Airport (ETA 1400 Hrs),
Lhasa.Meet, assist and transfer : a spectacular 2 hours drive
along the banks of the Brahmaputra, past yak-skin boats and
giant carved Buddhas, throught Tibetian villages and then into
the Lhasa valley itself for your first glimpse of the golden
roofs of the Potala Palace.
LHASA,
the capital city of Tibet at an altitude of 3650m, is situated
on the north bank of the kyichu River. Lhasa in Tibetan means
'Place of the Gods' and 'Potala Palace', the residence of the
Dalai Lama (the god King), is the earthly representation of the
celestial Palace of Avaloketeswora, the Buddha of infinite
compassion whose incarnation in the human form is believed to be
the Dalai Lama. As Tibet's political, religious and cultural
centre it is a city truly blesed by the gods, where life is
unhurried, its people jovial and yet remaining staunchly
independent.
P.M. - Free for acclimatising.
Overnight at the Hotel Shibala.
DAY
05
: This morning you will have time to explore the famed
Potala Palace,
the former winter residence of the Dalai Lamas. The Potala is a
magnificent building of over 1000 rooms that towers over the
Lhasa Valley. Completed in 1693, it is still considered to be
noe of the architectural wonders of the world.
DREPUNG MONASTERY : Drive 8 kms west of Lhasa to Drepung Monastery. Said to be the largest monastery in the world housing over 10,000 monks, it was founded in 1416 by the disciple of Je Tsonkhapa, founder of the yellow hat Gelukpa sect of Tibetan Buddhism. The second, third and fourth Dalai Lamas lived and were entombed here. Drepung in Tibetan means 'ricemound'.
Visit THE NORBULINGKHA : The 'Jewel Park' as it is known in Tibetan, was built in the 18th century and served as the Summer Palace of the Dalai Lamas. This colourful garden landscape was the site of picnic and public gatherings. The palaces are richly decorated, creating an atmosphere of peaceful repose.
Overnight at the Hotel Shibala.
DAY
06
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Early morning drive out of Lhasa to Tsurphu Gompa.
This famous monastery has only very recently been opened to
tourists and was founded in 1189 by the first Karmapa
(reincarnation). The present Karmapa is 8 years old and holds
daily audiences for the many monks that now inhabit the
monastery. Drive back to Lhasa.
Visit to SERA MONASTERY : 5 km (3 miles) north of Lhasa. Sera setting is one of Lhasa's prettiest. Once a community of more than 5,000 monks, it was virtually extinguished by the Chinese. The restored monastery sits below the brow of a hill on which Tsongkhapa built a hermitage and spent several years meditating. One of the monks disciples began building Sera in 1419, completing it a few years later.
JOKHANG TEMPLE : Situated in the heart of old Lhasa, it houses Tibet's most precious religious relic, a golden Shakyamuni Buddha which was brought as a gift by the Chinese Princess Wen Cheng on the occasion of her wedding to the Tibetan King, Songtsen Gompo, Surrounding the Jokhang Temple is the bustling Barkhor market place which is the religious and social focus of Lhasa.
Overnight at the Hotel Shibala.
DAY 07 : After breakfast, drive - Xigatse via Northern road. The drive is particularly beautiful as you travel through the heart of the Tibetan plateau to the second largest urban centre in Tibet.
Palkhor Chode is the monastery next to Kumbum, which was founded in 1418 by Rapten Kunsang along with Kumbum. Sadly only 4 buildings now remain. Perched high above Gyantse is the dzong, or fort, which was attacked by the British under Sir Francis Younghusband in 1904. Opening times are sporadic but you may well be able to get the main door opened by your guide. You are booked in Hotel Wutse for a night.
DAY 08 : After breakfast,
drive to Shigatse. Shigatse was formerly the seat of the Panchen Lama, second in
the lamaist hierarchy to the Dalai Lama. The Panchen Lama, who
recently died, was taken to Beijing in 1965 and lived there for
the remainder of his life as an active supporter of Chinese
policy in Tibet.
The Tashilumpo monastery in Shigatse used to be the residence of
the Panchen Lama and a number of monks still reside there today.
The monastery was constructed in 1447 by the first Dalai Lama,
Gendrun Drub, and at the peak of its activity over 4000 monks
were in residence.
The town itself is dominated by the ruins of an old fort and
today you will be taken to visit the various monasteries and
forts that can be seen here, including the temple of the
Maitreya (coming) Buddha.
Overnight at Hotel Mansarovar. |
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DAY
09 :
You
will then be driven to New Tinggri (Shegar). As the road
descends towards New Tinggri, the white range of the Himalayas
is visible in the distance. New Tingri formerly had a fortress
perched on the cliffs above and a monastery known as Shining
Crystal. The town is composed of an old Tibetan quarter and a
larger Chinese section in which the hotel is located.
You are booked in Shegar for a stay of 1 night. |
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DAY
10 :
After breakfast drive to Everest
Base Camp. (approx ¾ hours drive one way ) Visit. Rogbuk
Monastery
and return to the hotel at
Shegar.
DAY 11 :
Today you will drive to the Nylam.
You are booked at the Lodge in Nylam for a stay of 1 night.
DAY
12 : Today you will be driven across the
friendship bridge from Tibet to Nepal.. You will stop at the
beautiful mountain village of Dhulikel for lunch before
continuing to Kathmandu.
Overnight in Hotel Shangrila or
Hotel Vaishali.
DAY
13 : After breakfast tour of
Kiritipur
(5 kms from Kathmandu). Kirtipur is a small
town situated on the hilltop. It offers fine views over
Kathmandu with the Himalaya rising behind. Kirtipur Cottage
Industry is a major industry for the town. As you wander through
Kirtiipur, you can see dyed yarn hanging from the upstairs
windows and hear the background clatter of the town's handlooms.
Many of the town's 9000 inhabitants are weavers or farmers. Overnight in Hotel Shangrila or
Hotel Vaishali.
DAY
14 :
After breakfast drive to Pokhara
- 200 kms (5/6 hours drive)
Upon arrival
meet in Pokhara check in at your hotel. POKHARA
is one of the most picturesque valley in Nepal. Its lies 200 kms
west of Kathmandu, under the shadows of the Annapurna Range. A
rare combination of snow-clad mountains, foothills clear lakes,
streams, and villages. Lying at 900m above sea level,
Pokhara is
also the starting point for many of Nepal’s most popular
trekking and rafting destinations.
Rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight in Shangrila
Village Resort or Hotel Barahi.
DAY
15 : Early Morning :
Drive to Sarangkot (45
minutes drive) to witness the sunrise over the Himalays
Sarangkot once had a fort or kot and its remains can be seen on
the very top of the ridge over Sarangkot. There is a lookout
point inside the old fort walls and the view of the Annapurnas
to the north is superb. The view over Phewa Tal is equally fine.
Return to hotel for breakfast.
After breakfast sightseeing tour of Pokhara Valley including one
of the Tibetan Refugee camps.
Sightseeing tour is
followed by an enchanting session in a rowing boat on Lake Fewa,
and the chance for some local shopping.
Overnight at
Shangrila Village or Hotel Barahi.
DAY
16 :
After breakfast return to
Kathmandu.
Overnight at Hotel Shangrila or
Hotel Vaishali.
DAY 17
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Transfer to
Tribhuwan
International Airport for your departure flight. |
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Internet
online booking system
Nepal - Tibet with
Everest base camp |
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The rates given below are in US Dollars,
and Per Person on twin sharing room basis. |
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Our
best nett rate for above program : |
2 Persons |
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With Hotel Shangrila, Kathmandu and Shangrila Village Resort, Pokhara |
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With Hotel Vishali, Kathmandu and Hotel Barahi, Pokhara. |
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Includes the following services :
- All arrival/departure transfers as per itinerary by ac car.
- All sightseeing tours as per itinerary with EGS. All monumental entrance fees.
- 6 nights in Hotel Shangrila or Hotel Vaishali, Kathmandu on twin sharing on Bed & breakfast.
- 2 nights in Shangrila Village Resort or Hotel Barahi on twin sharing on Bed & Breakfast.
- Drive Pokhara/ Sarangkot and back with retention charges.
Tibet Portion :
- All arrival/departure transfers as per
itinerary by ac car.
- All sightseeing tours as per itinerary with
EGS. All monumental entrance fees.
- 3 nights in Hotel Shibala on BB.
- 4 nights in Hotel available enroute from
Lhasa to Nyalam in hotels as mentioned above
on BB basis.
- All long route drives as per itinerary by ac
land cruiser.
- Visa Fee.
- Airfare: Kathmandu / Lhasa.
Extras :
- Airport tax USD 15.00 = RS 1100.00 per
person per departure for Lhasa/ and final
departure.
The Cost Excludes :
- International airfares and airport tax on
departure.
- All items of personal nature such as bar
bills, telephone calls, laundry, personal
gratuities etc.
- Any insurance for any expenses incurred for
any unforeseen circumstances and for reasons
beyond our control.
- Any other services not specified in the
"Cost Includes".
- Personal travel insurance.
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