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TOUR DATES : APRIL THROUGH OCTOBER

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A Quick Escape to Mystical Lands

Enjoy a Quick Escape to Tibet where you will begin your journey in the lovely Yarlung Valley, through which flow the rushing waters of the great Tsangpo (Brahamaputra River.) While experiencing the scenic wonders of the Yarlung Valley, pay an enlightening visit to the Nyingmapa monastery at Samye – the first Buddhist monastery in Tibet). Heading over high mountain passes and sacred lakes you will visit the cities of Gyantse and Shigatse. Discover the monastery at Tashilhunpo (home of the Panchen Lamas) and the amazing chörten of the Kumbum. Ending your journey with three wonderful days in the magical environs of Lhasa, the Tibetan capital, its skyline dominated by the majestic ramparts of the Potala Palace. While in Lhasa, visit Tibet’s holiest temple, the sacred Jokhang; wander the adjoining Barkhor, the maze of shops and stalls that encircles the Jokhang, and join with Tibetan pilgrims as they ritually circumambulate the Barkhor and Jokhang koras.

PRIVATE JOURNEY DATES

April – October

2-4 TRAVELERS

From $5,155 Per Person

SINGLE SUPPLEMENT:

From $765 Per Person

INTERNAL AIRFARE:

From $985 Per Person
(Chengdu – Lhasa – Chengdu)

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INCLUSIONS & EXCLUSIONS

Land Prices Include:

All accommodation in hotels listed in the above itinerary based on double occupancy and inclusive of all taxes
All meals after arrival in Tibet (from breakfast on Day 2 to breakfast on Day 9)
All ground transportation using non-air conditioned vehicles in Tibet
Services of full time Tibetan Tour Manger and Guide from arrival in Tibet to departure from Tibet.
All entry fees at all temples, museums and monuments on sightseeing excursions • All fees associated with obtaining the ‘Tibet Travel Permit.’
Govt. Service Taxes as applicable
All arrival/departure airport/hotel transfers by private vehicles
All Tibet Govt. Taxes as applicable

Land Prices DO NOT Include:

All international airfare
All internal Asia airfare – cost listed separately
Lunches and dinners in Chengdu
Tips/gratuity to local staff (guides, drivers, waiters, bell boys etc.)
Items of a personal nature, such as alcoholic beverages, laundry, phone calls, etc.
Movie, video and still camera fees.
Trip cancellation, travel delay, or baggage insurance. (Note: This optional coverage is highly recommended and can be purchased through Nomadic Expeditions)
Charges incurred as a result of delays beyond our control

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Day 1

Arrival in Chengdu

Upon arrival in Chengdu, you’ll be met by a Nomadic Expeditions representative and escorted to your hotel. Chengdu, a bustling metropolis of 14 million people, is also a verdant and lovely city with a charming old section nestled on the banks of the Jin Jiang River.

Days 2-3

Tsedang and the Yarlung Valley

Fly from Chengdu to Gonggar, Tibet’s international airport, and drive to Tsedang in the beautiful Yarlung Valley. Visit the monasteries of Ganden Chökhorling and Ngachö, and the ancient castle of Yumbu Lakang, Tibet’s oldest building. The next day, explore the Yarlung Tsangpo Valley, known as the birthplace of Tibetan civilization, and visit Samye Monastery, Tibet’s first monastic institution, laid out as a mandala of the Buddhist cosmological vision.

Days 4-5

Gyantse and Shigatse

Drive along the old trade route, passing the turquoise waters of Yamdrok Lake, one of Tibet’s four sacred lakes, to reach Gyantse. The next day, travel the same route as Younghusband’s famous invasion of Tibet a century ago, driving along the Tsangpo River through the Tibetan landscape to reach Shigatse, Tibet’s second-largest city. Visit the Tashilhunpo Monastery, the seat of the Panchen Lamas.

Days 6-8

Lhasa: The Forbidden City

Continue to Lhasa, the legendary Tibetan capital, and explore its significant historical and cultural sites. Visit Drepung Monastery, once home to 10,000 monks, and Nechung Monastery. In the afternoon, explore the Jokhang temple, Tibet’s holiest religious shrine, and lose yourself in the vibrant Barkhor markets. The next day, visit the monumental Potala Palace, the winter residence of the Dalai Lamas, and Sera Monastery, known for its lively debating sessions. Enjoy a farewell dinner with your Tibetan staff on your last evening.

Day 9

Departure from Tibet

After an early breakfast, transfer to Lhasa Airport for your flight to Chengdu and your onward connection.

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