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Drive/Fly
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Hotels/Lodge
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5595 metres
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11 Days
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2
Overview
Tsedang valley, situated not far from Lhasa, is where Tibet’s civilization started in ancient times. This valley comprises many firsts of Tibet like the first capital, first palace, including the first Buddhist Monastery of Samya (7th century) from where Buddhism was spread and had become integral element of Tibetan culture. Apart from this you will encounter overwhelming capital of Lhasa and drive from there to Kathmandu visiting historic and holy places like Yamdruk Tso, Gyatse and Sigatse along the friendship highway to Nepal.
Trekking Itinerary
| Days | Places/Program | Activity Time | Sleeping Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day 01-04: | Kathmandu, Arrival, Optional Sightseeing trips, Visa Procedure | 1350 meters | |
| Day 05: | Kathmandu – Gongar fly and drive to Tsedang, settle in at hotel | ||
| Day 06: | Tsedang tour including Yambu Lhakhang | 6 hours | |
| Day 07: | Drive to Samye, Retrun to Tsedang | 6 hours | |
| Day 08: | Drive to Lhasa with a visit to Mindroling | 6 hours | |
| Day 09: | Lhasa excursion including Potala Palace, Sera and Drepung monastery, Jokhang Temple | 6 hours | |
| Day 10: | Lhasa – Gyantse via Yamdruk Tso | 6 hours | |
| Day 11: | Gyantse – Sigatse: Visit Tashilhumpo | 6 hours | |
| Day 12: | Sigatse to Xegar | 6 hours | |
| Day 13: | Xegar to Kyirong near Nepal border | 6 hours | |
| Day 14: | Return to Kathmandu | 6 hours | 4740 meters |
| Day 15: | Kathmandu Leisure | 6 hours | |
| Day 16: | Trip concludes or commence additional tour. | 6 hours |
If we add two more days you can visit Everest base camp from northern side as well.
