Kathmandu
and Lhasa lie at extreme ends of a geographical spectrum,
separated by more than 2,300 metres elevation. Lhasa's
renowned Potala Palace, Jokhang temple and great monasteries
of the desert plateau stand as centerpieces of the
Tibetans resolute faith. Kathmandu's masterpiece monuments
preserve both Buddhists and Hindu traditions in a
lush valley setting. On this brief tour we'll visit
both the cities, now connected by one of the highest
air routes on earth. From Lhasa's Gonggar Airport,
we'll drive to Zetang and on a day trip visit Chenangkdut
monastery and the magnificent valley of the Kings.
Now better acclimatized for Lhasa's lofty heights,
we'll enter the once forbidden city, stopping at Tibet's
first monastery en-route. Return to Kathmandu by air
or surface.
Day
1: (Sat) Kathmandu-Lhasa (3600m)
Fly over panoramic Himalayan ranges to Lhasa. Check-in
to your hotel. Complete rest for acclimatization.
Overnight
Day
2-3: (Sun-Mon) Lhasa
Two full day sightseeing tour of Lhasa, Potala Palace,
Jokhang Temple & Bharkor, Drepung & Sera Monasteries.
Day
4: (Tue) Lhasa-Kathmandu
"Kalle shu ronang" (good-bye) to holy city and fly
back to Kathmandu or to your onward destination.
