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Day 1
Arrive in Kathmandu
Arrive in Kathamndu (1350m / 4430ft): You will be picked up at the airport in Kathmandu by our staff and take you to your hotel. Later, you will be briefed about your program.
Overnight: At Hotel in Kathmandu
Meal: Dinner
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Day 2
Sightseeing in Kathmandu
Guided sightseeing to UNESCO World Heritage sites in Kathmandu Valley: Visit the Soyambhunath stupa on a hillock overlooking Kathmandu valley. Well known as ‘Monkey Temple’ the golden spire crowning, Soyambhunath is the most ancient and mystical of all the holy shrines in Kathmandu valley.
Then visit Patan - the first city of Nepal. The ancient name of Patan is Lalitpur, meaning city of beauty. The city is believed to be the first settlement in the Valley and famous for its amazing collection of fantastically carved temples and palace courtyards. Walk around the local market of Kathmandu in the late afternoon or just relax at the hotel.
Overnight: At Hotel in Kathmandu
Meal: Breakfast
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Day 3
Fly to Pokhara
Fly to Pokhara (850m / 2790ft): A short and scenic flight will take you to the beautiful town Pokhara. The lush natural beauty of Pokhara contrasted with spectacular Mountain views and tranquil lake has quietly won the hearts of travelers from around the world. After check-in at the hotel, visit the International Mountain Museums and walk around the colorful lakeside.
Overnight: At Hotel in Pokhara
Meal: Breakfast
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Day 4
Sightseeing in Pokhara
In Pokhara: Pumdikot to Peace Stupa Hike: After breakfast, take a short drive to Pumdikot (1500m / 4920ft), a site of an ancient fort on a hilltop. Then take a pleasant short downhill hike to Peace Stupa. The hike is downhill and offers outstanding views of the Fewa Lake, Pokhara city and Himalayas in the background. Drive back to Pokhara for lunch. Then, visit Gurkha Memorial Museums and Seti George.
Overnight: At Hotel in Pokhara
Meal: Breakfast
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Day 5
Drive to Kathmandu
Drive to Kathmandu: A scenic 6 hours’ drive passing through several small towns and farm lands will bring you back to Kathmandu. The entire drive is stunningly beautiful and allows stopping at different places for taking pictures, drinking and using the bathroom at highway restaurants.
Overnight: At Hotel in Kathmandu
Meal: Breakfast
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Day 6
Drive to Kathmandu
Drive to Kathmandu: A scenic 6 hours’ drive passing through several small towns and farm lands will bring you back to Kathmandu. The entire drive is stunningly beautiful and allows stopping at different places for taking pictures, drinking and using the bathroom at highway restaurants.
Overnight: At Hotel in Kathmandu
Meal: Breakfast
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Day 7
Fly to Lhasa / drive to Tsedang
Fly to Lhasa Gonggar Airport (3570m / 11700ft) / drive to Tsedang (3500m / 11480ft) 1 ½ hour drive: The adventure starts with an eye-opening flight to Lhasa flying over Himalayas. You will be picked up by your Tibetan guide at Gonggar Airport. After immigration formalities, you will be driven to Tsedang, which takes around 1 ½ hour. After checking in at your hotel, you are advised to take rest and avoid exertion for acclimatization.
Overnight: At Hotel in Tsedang
Meal: Breakfast, dinner
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Day 8
Drive to Lhasa
Drive to Lhasa (3655m /12000ft): Tsedang is the cradle of Tibetan civilization and the area is filled with important historical landmarks. In the morning, visit Yambulakhang (the first Palace of Tibet dates back to 2nd century BC). Then you will drive through spectacular landscape of Yarlung Tsangpo Valley to the Samey Monastery. Situated at the north side of Yarlung Tsangpo River also known as Brahmaputra River, the Samye monastery was the 1st monastery of Tibet built in the 8th century. Based on the Buddhist idea of the universe, the monastery was built in the shape of Mandala. Built in Tibetan, Chinese and Indian architectural styles, the Samye Monastery is known as an architectural wonder. After exploring the monastery, you will drive to Lhasa with spectacular views.
Overnight: At Hotel in Lhasa
Meal: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
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Day 9
Sightseeing in Lhasa
Sightseeing in Lhasa: You will be escorted by your guide to the majestic Potala Palace. The imposing structure of the palace dominates the landscape of Lhasa. As you are guided through the ancient chambers of the palace, you get to see Tibetan art at its best. The Potala Palace has a vast array of intricate Tibetan murals and beautiful statues. You will also get to view the tombs of the eight Dalai Lamas. Later in the day you will visit the beautiful Sera Monastery where you can observe monks debating and performing religious discourses. After the tour, you are escorted back to your hotel.
Overnight: At Hotel in Lhasa
Meal: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Note: Since only a limited number of visitors are allowed inside the Potala palace every day, the order of sightseeing places will be decided upon by your guide.
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Day 10
Drive to Shigatse
Drive to Shigatse (3900m / 12800ft): Today you will drive on scenic Sino-Nepal Friendship Highway via beautiful Yamdrok-tso Lake and historic town Gyantse. Stop to savor majestic views of Yamdrok-tso Lake and visit the large gold-domed stupa of Kumbum that houses several chapels and Tibetan Buddhist murals. Then drive to Shigatse, the second-largest city in Tibet.
Overnight: At Hotel in Shigatse
Meal: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
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Day 11
Drive to Lhasa
Drive to Lhasa: In the morning, visit Tashilumpu Monastery - the traditional monastic seat of the Panchen Lama, and a historically and culturally important monastery in Shigatse. Then drive to Lhasa along the legendary Yarlung Tsangpo River. After check-in at the hotel in Lhasa, you will have free time for wandering the town on your own.
Overnight: At Hotel in Lhasa
Meal: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
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Day 12
Fly to Kathmandu
Fly to Kathmandu: After early breakfast, you will be transferred to Gongar Airport for Kathmandu flight. Upon arrival in Kathmandu, you will be picked up at the airport and transferred to hotel. In the afternoon, you’ll visit Boudhanath, possibly the world’s largest Buddhist stupa and a site of great veneration and Tibetan culture. Visit Tibetan monastery and painting school.
Overnight: At Hotel in Kathmandu
Meal: Breakfast
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Day 13
Depart from Kathmandu
Depart from Kathmandu: Transfer to airport.
Meal: Breakfast