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High Road to Tibet
14 days, Kathmandu to Kathmandu
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From the sacred peaks of Tibet to lush green Nepalese valleys, explore the best of the Himalaya on this 2-week tour. Discover mighty temples and small outposts on a journey that offers incredible vistas at every turn of the trail. Our expert CEOs will take the hassle out of planning and help you find the secluded spots only the locals know—and leave you with time to explore. In the thin mountain air of Rombuk, the highest monastery in the world, you'll enjoy unparalleled views of Mt Everest. So make sure your camera is charged—you're going to need it.
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Trip Code: ANRT
Is this tour for me?
Travel Style: Classic
All of the highlights, culture, access, and I-can’t-believe-we-did-that moments, all at a great price.
Service Level: Standard
Comfortable tourist-class accommodations with character; mix of public and private transport.
Physical Rating: 4 - Demanding
Some high-altitude hikes or more strenuous activities, but accessible to most healthy travellers.
Trip Type: Small Group
Small group experience; Max 14, avg 12
Age requirement: 12+
All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
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Itinerary
Day 1Kathmandu
Arrive at any time.
Day 2Kathmandu
Take an orientation walk in Durbar Square before enjoying a free day to explore the fascinating city.
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Your Discover MomentDay 3Kathmandu/Lhasa
Take a morning flight to Lhasa. Enjoy an orientation walk around Barkhor Square and guided tour of the Potala Palace and Norbulingka, Jokhang Temple, and Sera Monastery.
Days 4–6Lhasa
Spend three days exploring Lhasa, adjusting to the altitude, and learning more about the unique culture here.
Day 7Lhasa/Gyantse
Drive to Gyantse along beautiful Yamdrok Tso.
Day 8Gyantse/Xigazê
Visit the Pelkor Chode Monastery, Gyantse Kumbum, and Tashilunpo Monastery.
Day 9Xigazê/Sakya
Travel to Sakya and visit the Sakya Gompa.
Day 10Sakya/Rongpu Si
Visit Rongbuk, the highest monastery in the world. Hike to Everest Base Camp for a closer view of this magnificent mountain.
Day 11Rongpu Si/Nyalam
Drive through Lao Tingri and continue on to Nyalam. This town may be a small outpost, but it offers up views that are truly spectacular.
Day 12Nyalam/Panauti
Leave the Tibetan Plateau and travel to the border town of Zhangmu. After completing Chinese immigration, we continue on to Panauti for a community homestay.
Day 13Panauti/Kathmandu
Travel to Kathmandu. Visit the Sisterhood of Survivors Project, a grassroots organization. Meet some of the women and learn how to make Nepalese momos (dumplings) before enjoying an authentic local lunch.
Meals included:
LunchDay 14Kathmandu
Depart any time.
What's Included
- Your G for Good Moment: Panauti Homestay, Panauti
- Your G for Good Moment: Sisterhood of Survivors Project, Kathmandu
- Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
- Your Discover Moment: Kathmandu
- Your Local Living Moment: Rongbuk Monastery Guesthouse, Rongpu Si
- Kathmandu orientation walk
- Lunch at the G Adventures-supported Sisterhood of Survivors Project
- Lhasa orientation walk
- Potala Palace entrance
- Sera or Drepung Monastery visit
- Jokhang Temple entrance
- Pelkor Chode, Gyantse Kunbum, and Tashilhunpo Monastery visits
- Rongbuk visit
- Everest Base Camp entrance and hike
- Border crossing support
- Internal flights
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodations
Hotels/guesthouses (12 nts), very basic guesthouse (1 nt, limited facilities).
Meals
1 lunch
Allow USD450-585 for meals not included.
Transportation
Plane, local bus, air-con bus
Staff & experts
Chief Experience Officer (CEO) throughout, local guides.
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