Lhasa-Shigatse-Mt.Kailash 15 Days Tour

Known as the roof on the Roof of the World, Nagari, 4,500meters above sea level, is located in the northwestern part of Tibet. It is dotted with lakes without many inhabitants and it is a paradise for wild animals, such as yaks, Tibetan antelopes, and wild donkeys.

Day01: Flight Chengdu - Lhasa Stay: Lhasa
In the early morning transfer to airport and fly to Tibet. Upon arrival at the Gonggar airport, pick up and transfer to Lhasa which is situated at a altitude of 3650 meters. Overnight in 3 star hotel.

Day02: Sightseeing in Lhasa Stay: Lhasa
We have a full day in this mystical capital exploring the Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple and the famous Barkor street. Overnight in 3 star hotel.

Day03: Lhasa - Gyantse – Shigatse Stay: Shigatse
The road to Gyantse meanders down through the Kyichu Valley to Yarlong Tsampa (Brahmaputra) River before climbing over Khama La Pass at 4,900 m(16,076 ft).We will stop to take a breath in this majestic topography - the serene turquoise lake of Yamdrok Tso with a backdrop of snow-topped mountains. Before reaching Gyantse, we will make one more ascent over Karo La at 5,200 m(17,060 ft). In Gyantse, you will visit the 14-15th century fortress and temples, most notably the Gyantse Kumbum, the Stupa of 100,000 Deities, which is one of Tibet"s most famous architectural achievements. After that we head to Shigatse. Overnight in 3 star hotel.

Day04: Shigatse - Latse Stay: Lhasa
In the morning we visit the grand Tashilhunpo Monastery, which was founded by Pachen Lama I in 1447 and remains the center of the Shigatse"s community. After that drive to Latse. Overnight in guesthouse or in tent.

Day05: Latse - Saga Stay: Saga
From Latse onwards, we will be driving on rugged roads. Saga, meaning "Happy Land", is situated along the Tsangpo River in a region criscrossed by the upper Brahmaputra and its tributaries. The land becomes rugged, the air thinner and the sky endless and impossibly blue. Overnight in guesthouse or in tent .

Day06: Saga – Paryang Stay: Paryang
Another day"s driving(260km) take us to Paryang in the heart of western Tibet, where the four great rivers of South Asia diverge from their glacial sources around Mount Kailash. During the rainy season, the roads to Paryang are likely to be washed out by floods, in which case we may need to drive the truck through a 30 cm(11.7 inches) deep stream. Overnight in guesthouse or in tent .

Day07: Paryang - Manasarovar lake Overnight in tent
Today you arrive at holy lake Manasarovar (4588 m).

Day8: Manasarovar lake – Darchen Overnight in guesthouse or in tent
Sight seeing in Lake Manasarovar, en-route visit Seralung, Turgo Chiu monastery and then drive to Darchen.Darchen(4575 meters) is the starting and completion point for the general circuit of the sacred mountain. It is wise to spend at least a day here in preparation.

Day9: Trekking around Mount Kailash Overnight in tent
Early morning drive to Tarboche. Meet Yaks & Yak-men and start trek (Parikrama) of Holy Kailash to Dirapuk.

Day10: Trekking around Mount Kailash Overnight in tent
Trekking to Zuthul Puk crossing over Dolma La Pass.

Day11-Day14: Darchen - Paryang - Saga - Latse - Shigatse - Lhasa.
Return journey to Lhasa. Overnight in guesthouse or in tent in Paryang and in Saga, overnight in 3 star hotel in Shigatse and in Lhasa.

Day15:Fly back to chengdu,end tour Tour End
In the morning transfer to airport and fly back to Chengdu.

Private service Include:
1. Transportation: Round airfare Chengdu-Lhasa and transportation to airport.
Private Toyota Land Cruiser 4500 Or same kind Jeep(Van like Toyota Haice may be used from Lhasa to Shigatse)
Yaks (carring your luggage) and groom. (In kailash)
2. Tour guide: Private English speakng tour guide.
3. Accomodation (Lhasa,Shigatse:hotel;other places:guesthouse or tent)
4. Sightseeing ticket: All the entrance fee on the itinerary
5. Meal: meals in kailash (cooked by your groom)
6. Travel insurance
7. Travel permit in Tibet, Only for this itinerary.
8. Airport&fuel tax

Exclude:
1. Your personal expenses ,such as shopping.

Special Travel Permit:
To travel to Tibet, you would need a valid Chinese visa & a special travel permit. Only those who join package tours are qualified to obtain the permit. To book the tour, you are requested to e-mail or fax us the photo page of your passport and your Chinese visa including the following messages: full names as shown in your passport, date of birth, occupation, gender and your passport number. Our fax number is 86-28-6605 0658

Note:
1. In the route information below, we outline the rough waypoints, you may contact us and discuss the scenery spots you hope to visit, and we quote you accord to your demand, as a tourist, thus you are enabled the most flexibility and making you route comfortable.
2. Minor program changes sometimes are necessary, depending on road conditions, weather and availability of room.
3. Prices listed above are valid excluding the periods of Chinese and Tibetan New Year, May day holiday, China National Day holiday ,Tibetan Shoton Festival and other important Festival in Tibet which cause the big tour price change, an enquiry would be necessary for the exact tour price if you happened to travel during these periods.
4. Health consultation from your doctor before you come to highland (Over than 3000M).
5. As we travel in Tibet area where the economy is much more backward than other place, the diversity food is limited,so we suggest you order food by yourself or take some solid food.Most of local restaurant only can offer the simple Sichuan and Tibetan dishes.