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This tour is particularly tailored to present you a pure Tibet in a different season at a different panorama. Located in the east of Tibet, Nying chi is reputed as the Little Switzerland, in the winter, snow mountains and clear lakes there are much like that in Switzerland, half dream and half reality. Apart from the touristy, Lhasa soul attractions tour leads you behind the scenes and into this mystical civilization’s history, culture and religion; a drop-by to a local family unveils their unique custom and philosophy. The turquoise holy Yamdrok Lake, the heroic town of Gantse and the seat of the Panchen Lama--Tashilumpo monastery highlight the journey to the Mt. Everest where our most profound owe goes to, the sunrise and sunset vistas above the peak of Mt. Qomolangma will take your breath away. This snow white trans-Tibet tour leading to Zhangmu, the border town, will end in green and vitality where spring is hinted at.
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Tour Code: XZTT-0910
Route: Chengdu — Nying chi — Lhasa — Gyantse — Shigatse — Lhatse — New Tingri — Mt. Everest — Old Tingri — Zhangmu
B- Breakfast;   L- Lunch;   D- Dinner

Day 1
Arrive in Nying chi by plane;
Average 2800m
L + D

Schedule:
Take plane CA4431 from Chengdu at 07:20, arrive at 09:10 and be picked there. Transfer to hotel, after lunch at Bayi town, drive to Mt.Sikimna and overlooking Mt. Nanjiabawa Peak which is the 7th highest mountain in the world. Keep exploring the forests sea in Lulang town. Later in the afternoon return to Bayi town.
Transportation: 220km, about 4 hours drive
Accommodation: Small Swan hotel

Day 2
Bayi town to Lhasa city;  
Average 3200m
B + L + D

Schedule:
Drive to visit Basom Tso Lake and surrounding snow mountains, famous for its Switzerland like views; after this, drive to Lhasa via Mt.Minla (5130m), on the pass of the mountain you will have a spectacular view of other lower mountains with snow cap. Drive back to Lhasa along the Niyang river which provides great scenes.
Transportation: 500km, about 8 hours drive
Accommodation: Cook Yak hotel

Day 3
Tour Lhasa city;
Average 3650m
B + L + D

Schedule:
Visit Potala, which was constructed in 637 by Songtsen Gampo, the first king of the united Tibet and later reconstructed and served as the winter residence of the Dalai Lamas. And also visit the center of Tibetan Budhhism which was built in 7th century on the pond of “Wotang”, & famous Bachor Bazaar which you can buy something as souvenir for you or your friends or your family.
Transportation: Short time drive between scenic spots
Accommodation: Cook Yak hotel

Day 4
Tour Lhasa city;  
Average 3650m 
B + L + D

Schedule:
In the morning, Visit Drepung monastery that is the largest and most influential monastery in Tibet. After this, have a short visit to a local Tibetan family to learn their custom and cuisine. In the afternoon, go to Sera monastery where you can watch the famous debate session among monks. Tonight you will live in a unique local family inn that is totally different from hotels.
Transportation: Short time drive between scenic spots
Accommodation: Unique local family inn

Day 5
Lhasa to Yamdrom tso lake / Gyantse / Shigatse;
Average 3800m 
B + L + D

Schedule:
Drive to Yamdrom tso lake which is one of three holy lakes in Tibet, in winter, this turquoise lake is more crystal clear and green. 160km away is the heroic city of Gyantse, where Pelkhor Tsode Temple and Kumbu Stupa are two of most great constructions in Tibet. Of course, in Gyantse, you can see more than monasteries, there are also stories and battle sites about Tibetan defense against British invasion in the early last century. After visiting in Gyantse, drive to Shigatse, the ancient capital of Tibet.
Transportation: 360km, 6 hours drive
Accommodation: Jiumuyamei International Grand Hotel

Day 6
Shigates / Lhatse / New Tingri;
Average 4200m 
B

Shigates / Lhatse / New Tingri;
Average 4200m 
B
Schedule:
In the morning, Visit Tashilumpo monastery that is the seat of Panchen Lama, the monastery houses a giant statue of the Maitreya Buddha, the biggest gilded statue of Maitreya (Buddha of the future) in China, and a tomb of the 4th Panchen Lama containing masses of jewels and gold. Tonight, we have to sleep as early as possible, because tomorrow morning, we have to get up early to catch the best scenery of sunrise on the Gatsola pass.
Transportation: 260km, about 5 hours drive
Accommodation: Tingri Shanghai Hotel

Day 7
New Tingri / Mt.Everest / Old Tingri
Average 5100m 
B

Schedule:
Hit the road about 5 am, by the time of sunrise over the range of Himalayas arrive we the Pass of Gatsola, and appreciate the best view there. Two hours later, we will arrive Rongbu monastery which is the highest monastery in the world, the base camp of the Mt. Everest is just 8KM away the monastery, take an environmental protection bus to the base camp to feel the greatness of the Mt. Everest. After some hiking there, we drive to Old Tingri and have a night there.
Transportation: 270km, about 7 hours drive
Accommodation: Snow Leopard Guesthouse

Day 8
Old Tingri / Zhangmu town  
Average 2900m  
B

Schedule:
Today there is no visiting but a long drive from Old Tingri to Zhangmu town, where you can prepare for the exit procedure at zhangmu.
Transportation: 200km, about 5 hours drive
Accommodation: Baima Hotel

Day 9
Across the border / Kathmandu
B

Schedule:
Our guide will drop you off at the border bridge, then to cross the friend-ship bridge by yourselves.
Departures & Price
As it is a private tour itinerary, the price and the departure may be different, in accordance with the hotel you stay, the numbers in your party, and the time when you start your Tibet trip, etc. As for the details, please contact our Trip Advisor for the details.
 
1pax
2-5pax
6-9pax
10pax +
Apr. - Jun.
US$2496
US$1398
US$765
US$638
Jul. - Oct.
US$2980
US$1675
US$938
US$850
Nov. - Mar.
US$2095
US$1189
US$685
US$545

Please note, all the quotations above are based on CNY, and the exchange rate of USD to CNY is based upon the prevailing rates in China.
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Price Include and Exclude
Price Include:
1.
Entrance fees:
The entire entrance fee listed in the itinerary;
2.
Meals:
Meals as specified in the itinerary. ‘B’ stands for breakfast, ‘L’ for lunch and ‘D’ for dinner.
3.
Sightseeing:
As outlined in the itinerary, you will be escorted with local English-speaking guide.
4.
Accommodation:
Hotels based on two persons sharing one room with twin beds.
5.
Transportation – might change according to the latest airport / station notice:
Transfer via: CA4431 0720/1910 (Chengdu-Nying chi)    ticket by ATT
6.
Service Charge & Government Taxes
7.
Flight Taxes
8.
Arrangements: The tour cost includes the planning, handing, operational and communication charges.
9.
All necessary Permits to visit those sites
Price Excludes:
1.
Any other air and train tickets in your tour.
2.
Sightseeing not listed in the itinerary.
3.
Visa fees- please apply for your visa in time.
4.
Excess Baggage Charges.
5.
Personal Expenses: Expenses of a purely personal nature such as laundry, drinks, fax, telephone call, optional activities.
6.
Meals: Any meals which are not specified with “B”, “L” or “D”.
Gratuities: Gratuities, tips to guide, drivers, bellboys, etc. FYI, the tipping standard is US$ 10-15 per day. If the service provided deserves a decent reward, you can tip them more.
7.
Extra expenses of additional days caused due to unexpected events ( delays, porterage because of land sides and other Natural events)
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