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Mountains and Monasteries
28 days Beijing to Kathmandu
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See the sights of ancient China, Experience the warm devotion of the Tibetan people, Mingle with pilgrims in Xiahe, Travel through the stunning landscapes of mountainous Tibet, Experience local life on a Yellow River homestay, Soak up the spiritual atmosphere of Lhasa, Shop in bustling bazaars, Spend a night in an Everest Base Camp, Discover Nepali culture in Kathmandu,
Satisfy your sense of adventure and spiritual curiosity on this overland odyssey. From the great archaeological sites of China, travel across the vast Tibetan Plateau, through remote villages and into the mountain kingdom of Nepal. The intense spirituality of the Tibetan people is ever-present in their remote monasteries, high mountain passes, traditional homes and colourful marketplaces. Join the pilgrim's circumambulations, sample yak butter tea, eat plenty of dumplings and immerse yourself in the atmospheric monastic rituals. Complete the journey with a panoramic view of Mt Everest for an extraordinary real life experience.
Physical Rating: 4
Culture Shock Rating: 4
Accommodation: Hotels (17 nts), basic guesthouses (6 nts), monastery accommodation (2 nts), overnight trains (2 nts)
Transportation: Plane, overnight train, private bus, 4WD, local bus, walking
Trip Style: Intrepid Original
Group Size: Maximum of 12 travellers per group
Departure: Departure is guaranteed, subject to 4 people travelling
Budget: Allow USD $300 for meals not included.
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| Details | | Intrepid Travel | | | | Day | Destination | Description | | Days 1-3 | Beijing | Discover the Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square and the awe-inspiring Great Wall. | | Days 4-5 | Xi'an | China's imperial centre for 2,000 years, don't miss Xi'an's Terracotta Warriors. | | Day 6 | Xiahe | Join pilgrims as they complete a prayer circut around the Labrang Monastery. | | Day 7-8 | Langmusi | See where nomads and Tibetan monks come together and take a tour of Langmusi's working monastery. | | Days 9-10 | Homestay/Tibetan Grasslands | Experience Tibetan nomadic life on a homestay on the banks of the Yellow River. | | Day 11 | Chengdu | Pass through stunning Sichuan scenery en route to Chengdu, home of the spicy hot pot. | | Days 12-16 | Lhasa | Fly to Lhasa, a place of beauty and mysticism. Learn a few words of Tibetan and enjoy a cooking class. Visit the very special Potala Palace, the Jokhang and the Barkhor pilgrim circuit. | | Day 17 | Samye | Spend the night in the atmospheric shadow of Tibet's oldest monastery, which mirrors the structure of the universe according to Buddhist cosmology. | | Day 18 | Gyantse | Listen to the monks' morning prayers before taking a spectacular drive across the Kamba Pass. Make the pilgrim circuit at Gyantse Kubum, through a dizzying series of tiny chapels filled with colourful Buddhist images. | | Days 19-21 | Shigatse/Sakya | Explore two of Tibet's most spriritually important towns. Explore the Tashilhunpo Monastery, visited daily by hundreds of devotees. | | Days 22-23 | Everest National Park | Discover the world's highest monastery, Rongphu, situated at 5,000 m above sea level. Get higher again, trekking up to Tibet's own Everest Base Camp - the view from here is out of this world. | | Day 24 | Zhangmu | As the Tibetan Plateau abruptly ends, the harsh landscape transforms into lush green valleys. | | Days 25-26 | Dhulikhel | Across the Nepalese border, enjoy panoramic views of the Himalayas. | | Days 27-28 | Kathmandu | The journey ends in the narrow streets of Kathmandu, with its great food and memorable sights. |
| | | * The prices listed are based on the costs and exchange rates current at the
time of printing/posting. Intrepid reserves the right to alter these prices
at any time. For trips departing between 01 January 2007 and 31 December
2007, the land price of your trip is guaranteed when you have paid in full.
For trips departing beyond 31 December 2007, prices are indicative only. The
itineraries and dates online and in our printed brochures are applicable
from 01 January 2007 until 31 December 2007. Beyond 31 December 2007 dates
and itineraries are indicative only and are subject to change. All
information is accurate to the best of our knowledge at time of
printing/posting, but please note that changes to our trips (which can be
significant) can and do occur. Intrepid will make every effort to keep you
informed of any changes, but cannot be held liable for any alterations made
to the published itineraries. Please refer to our website for the most
recent update to any trip. Please note that these conditions apply to
Intrepid group trips only. Variations may apply for Intrepid Independent
trips.
Loss of monies paid applies to all cancelled reservations. The date of trip
cancellation is the date on which the written cancellation is received by
Intrepid.
Please ask your Travel Agent about our full Booking and Cancellation
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