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Tibet » China and Tibet Trips » Xian to Lhasa Everest Base Camp Kathmandu Tour
Xian:-
Xian, China's capital during the flamboyant and sophisticated Tang Dynasty, has so much to offer. This tour is designed to introduce you to the
history and culture of this fascinating place. A visit to the incredible Terra Cotta Army is truly a highlight for your wonderful tour. This thriving modern city retains its impregnable walls and gates and the impressive Bell Tower, symbols of its glory and importance.
Lhasa:-
will visit the Jokhang Temple, situated in the heart of Old Lhasa, it houses Tibet'smost 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. Later in the day visit the Potala Palace, this legendary palace built a top a single hill is synonymous with Tibet by the first foremost king Songtsen Gompa. The 5th Dalai Lama expanded it to its present structure during the 17th century. This 13 story 1000 room citadel served as the headquarters of the former "Monastic-state" of Tibet and was home to successive Dalai Lamas, who from the latter half of the 18th century used it as their Winter palace. And largest and second largest monasteries Depong and Sera, university and Buddhist learning center.
Everest Base Camp:-
Mt. Everest or Chomolungma is situated near Tingri and overlooking Rongphuk monastery. Your trip to Evrest Base Camp north is one of the most important for everybody who visit Tibet. It is also the most popular destination among Tibetan excursion and adventure tour.
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Day 01 - Arrival Xian and Sightseeing
When your flight lands or arrive by tain in Xian, our guide will meet you outside the Baggage Claim Area of the airport. A comfortable private car will transfer you to check in the 5-star Shangri-la Golden Flower Hotel. Your Xian visit starts from the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, a seven-storey square cone-shaped tower which was built in the Tang Dynasty, about the 7th Century. It was used to house the Buddhism scriptures and statues brought back from India by Master Xuanzang. Now the pagoda is one of the landmarks of Xian City. Then to avoid the mass-produced food at the tourist eateries, we will serve you an a la carte lunch at the well-known local restaurant, where you can taste the authentic Chinese food. In the afternoon, visit the Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum, which is regarded as the world's eighth wonder. The lifelike figures and horses were orderly arranged in battle formations, which were believed to be the guards of the Qin Shihuang's Mausoleum. You will also be impressed by the exquisite Bronze Chariots and Horses and bronze weapons. Dinner tonight is the famous local specialty Dumpling Dinner, traditional Chinese dumplings of variety kinds of wrappers and fillings.
Day 02 - Xian sightseeing and Departure
In the morning, you will visit Shaanxi History Museum, which is one of the best museums in China for the vast storage of historical treasure. Then enjoy an a la carte lunch at a popular local restaurant with delicious local dishes. After lunch, ascend the City Wall of Xian, another landmark of the city. Built in the Ming Dynasty (around 14th century), Xian City Wall is the best-preserved city wall in China. Standing on it, you can have a bird's eye view of this ancient city. If time permits, you can either walk or have a short cycling on the wall to explore the history of the city from every bricks and tiles. Then you will go to the Great Mosque, which is a perfect combination of Islamic culture and traditional Chinese architecture. On the way to the mosque, you will walk through the famous Moslem Street, where many delicious local snacks and interesting souvenirs are selling. As the tour comes to the end, our guide will see you off at train station for further train journey to Lhasa.(B)
Day 03: On the train;
Day 04: Arrival at Lhasa
Today you will see the beautiful Tibetan plateau with the nomads groups, Kekexili Ntature Reserve, ect. Arrival at Lhasa around 18:30, Lhasa train station picking up and transfer to your hotel in Lhasa. Overnight at Lhasa.
Day 05: Lhasa City sightseeing, visit Potola Palace & Jokhang Temple (B)
Today is your first day of sightseeing on the high plateau, so we have purposely arranged only to visit Jokhang temple and Potala Palace. Jokhang temple is the most scared shrine in Tibet which was built in 7th century and located at the heart of old town in Lhasa, the circuit around it called Barkhor street, which is a good place to purchase souvenirs. Potala Palace is the worldwide known cardinal landmark of Tibet. The massive structure itself contains a small world within it. Mostly it is renowned as residence of the Dalai Lama lineages (Avalokiteshvara). Both of them are the focal points of pilgrims from entire Tibetan world, multitudinous pilgrims are circumambulating and prostrating in their strong faith. Overnight at Lhasa.
Day 06: Lhasa City sightseeing, visit Drepung monastery, Sera monastery & Norbulingka summer palace (B)
Today you will be arranged to visit Drepung, Sera monasteries and Summer Palace - Norbulingka palace. Both Drepung and Sera monasteries are Gelugpa (yellow hat) sect monastic colleges. Drepung monastery was the seat of the Government prior to Potala, it was once the world largest monastery in the history with 10,000 monks hailed from different monasteries all over Tibet. Sera monastery is famous for its Buddhism philosophical debate practice, the clapping sound and aggressive expression of the monks are well worth to see. Norbulingka is the summer palace of Dalai Lama, you can visit the residences of different lineages of the Dalai Lama. The park is crowded with picnickers and traditional activities during the Shoton (Yogurt festival) in August. Overnight at Lhasa.
Day 07: Lhasa/ Yamdrok Lake[4300m]/ Gyantse[4040m]/ Shigatse[3836m], 350KM, 7hrs (B)
Morning drive up to Kampala pass [4794m], you will have a glimpse of Yamdrok-tso and spectacular views of Holy Mount Nyenchen Khangsar in the distance, the turquoise coloured Lake Yamdrok Yutso is one of the three holy lakes in Tibet, the unforgettable vista of pincer-shaped turquoise water of the lake and amazing spectacle of Mt. Nyenchen Khangsar glacier from Karo la pass is wonders of the day. Then along the Friendship southern Hwy drive to Gyantse, visit the famous stupa - Gyantse Kumbum, one of the most stunning architectural wonders in Tibet. Late afternoon drive to Shigatse. Overnight at Shigatse.
Day 08: Shigatse / Sakya / Lhatse, 200KM, 4hrs (B)
Morning visit Tashilunpo Monastery and the spectacular tombs of Panchen Lamas, monks in this monastery are nice looking in their hand-made traditional shoes-'Tsomba' in Tibetan. Late morning drive to visit Sakya Monastery which is the main monastery of Sakyapa sect, houses around the monastery are also in a typical gray colour. Hike around the monastery northern ruins and drive back to Lhatse. Overnight at Lhatse.
Day 09: Lhatse/ New Tinggri [Shegar,4500m]/ Rongbuk Monastery[5000m]/ E.B.C[5250m], 190KM, 4hrs (B)
Early morning start driving to Rongbuk via Shegar, cross over Gyatsola Pass[5200m] and Gawu la pass[5200m], from the top of the Gawu la you will see the spetacular Himalayan Ranges and its glorious peaks viz Mt.Makalu[8463m], Mt.Lotse[8516m], Mt.Everst[8844m], Mt.Cho Oyu[8201m] and Mt.Shishapama[8020m] from Left to right, climbing down through numbers of switchback bends lead to the dry valley of Tashi Zom and then to Rongbuk. Rongbuk is the highest monastery in Tibet and it consists both monks and nuns, it is also a good point to see Mt.Everest. Afternoon trek from local tent guesthouses community to E.B.C, it is only 6km and takes about 2 hours. Or you can take the dedicated minibus(25rmb/per person, round-trip). Overnight at distinguish featured local tent guesthouse.
Note: It is a bit cold within that valley and windy too, you'd better to take your sleeping bag with you. Please prepare your own package food for Rongbuk stay.
Day 10: Rongphu/ Old Tingri/ Zhangmu, 265KM, 7-8hrs
Morning after see the sunrise at E.B.C, start driving to Zhangmu via Old Tingri & Nyalam, crossing Thongla[5300m] pass, savoring the enchanting views of the surrounding peaks of Shishapangma[8020m], Cho Oyu[8201m], Menlungtse and Gauri, the road driving over the pass of Tongla is surrounded by the snow-capped peaks and it is like a road to the sky. Overnight at Zhangmu.
Day 11: Zhangmu/ Kodari( Nepal Boarder)/ Kathmandu, 122km, 5hrs (B)
After breakfast, drive down to the friendship bridge, our guide will help you clear the customs, say your farewells to the guide and driver. Our Nepalese guide will pick you up there, after you check in at Nepali Immigration office, then drive about 5 hours to Kathmandu city, enjoy the scenery of great white waters along the way. Upon arrival at Kathmandu, end the trip.
Trip Facts
- Total Duration: 10 Nights / 11 Days
- Mode of Transport: Train / Jeep / Van
- Accommodation: Hotel / Guesthouse
- Trip Grade: Moderate
- Max. Height: 5250m
- Start From: Xian
- End To: Kathmandu
- Best Season: March through Late october
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Cost Include
- Transportation: Comfortable and clean air-conditioned car or van in Xian, landcruiser Toyota 4500 available for the overland trip from Lhasa to Kathmandu
- Accommodation: 3 star Hotels with daily Chinese / western breakfasts (1 twin sharing room with private bathroom), guest house at Rongbuk
- Guide: English-speaking local Tibetan tour guide
- Train hard/soft-sleepers from Xian to Lhasa
- All personal entrance fees
- Landcruiser and guide entrance tickets to E.B.C
- All necessary Tibet permits
- Train station pick up
- Nepal border pick up and transfer to Kathmandu hotel
Cost Exclude
- Nepal visa (you can get an arrival visa at Kodari, USD25 for 15 days tourist visa
- Meals which are not specified in the tour itinerary
- Personal expense such as laundry, drinks, internet, fax, telephone calls etc
- Bus fee at EBC, 25RMB (in case you want to hiking, then you can save it)
- Hotel in Kathmandu
- Tips for the guide and driver and donation for local comunity
Trip Facts
- Total Duration: 10 Nights / 11 Days
- Mode of Transport: Train / Jeep / Van
- Accommodation: Hotel / Guesthouse
- Trip Grade: Moderate
- Max. Height: 5250m
- Start From: Xian
- End To: Kathmandu
- Best Season: March through Late october
Trip Map
Customize Trip
Trip Facts
- Total Duration: 10 Nights / 11 Days
- Mode of Transport: Train / Jeep / Van
- Accommodation: Hotel / Guesthouse
- Trip Grade: Moderate
- Max. Height: 5250m
- Start From: Xian
- End To: Kathmandu
- Best Season: March through Late october
Trip Map
Book This Trip
Trip Facts
- Total Duration: 10 Nights / 11 Days
- Mode of Transport: Train / Jeep / Van
- Accommodation: Hotel / Guesthouse
- Trip Grade: Moderate
- Max. Height: 5250m
- Start From: Xian
- End To: Kathmandu
- Best Season: March through Late october
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