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Tibet Encompassed

28 days Beijing to Kathmandu

Trip Code: ACKA

Beijing, Xi'an, Tibetan Grasslands, Lhasa, Mount Kailash, Lake Manasarovar, Everest Base Camp, Kathmandu

An incredible overland journey from Beijing, through the grasslands of central China and across the roof of the world to Asia's most sacred mountain, Kailash - a completed kora cleanses the sins of a lifetime. Add a side trip to the legendary Everest Base Camp for a stunning view before descending to Kathmandu.

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Day 1 Beijing
Arrive in Beijing at anytime.
Days 2-3 Beijing
Explore the sights of Beijing, including the largest public square in the world, Tiananmen Square, the Imperial wonder of the Forbidden City, and the iconic Great Wall.
Days 4-5 Xi'an
Marvel at the Terracotta Warriors and be tempted by the delicious tastes of the nightmarket in the Muslim Quarter
Day 6 Xining - Kumbum
Kumbum (Ta'er Si) is the birthplace of Tsong Khapa, founder of the Gelukpa sect and of the current Dalai Lama.
Days 7-9 Xiahe
Set amid the grasslands of Amdo, Labrang is one of the most important monasteries of the Tibetan world.
Day 10 Train to Lhasa
Drive to Lanzhou to board the train for Lhasa.
Days 11-14 Lhasa
Explore the center of the Tibetan world - a fascinating blend of temples and pilgrims, ancient and modern.
Day 15 Gyantse
An ancient trading town dominated by an impressive fort - its monastery complex, one of Tibet’s finest, includes the fascinating Gyantse Kumbum.
Day 16 Shigatse
This is Tibet’s second most important city with a richly spectacular and extensive monastic complex.
Day 17 Sakya
This distinctive village and fortified monastery was once the center of political power in Tibet.
Days 18-19 Saga to Darchen
Follow the road west across grasslands and passes culminating in the first spectacular view of Kailash & Manasarovar.
Days 20-22 Kailash & Lake Manasarovar
Embark on the toughest part of our journey, the 2.5 day Kailash kora or hike. The highest pass is 5630m. The distinctive snow-topped pyramid of Kailash stands apart and distinct from those around it, dominating the landscape.
Days 23-24 Saga - Lao Tingri
Cross the grasslands, skirt the shores of beautiful Paiku Tso (Lake) and the towering mass of Xixiapangma (8012m) to the small town of Lao Tingri.
Day 25 Rombuk & Everest Base Camp
The view of Qomolangma from the world's highest monastery is incredible.
Day 26 Nyalam
Cross one of the most spectacular mountain passes, topped with prayer flags and wind-driven prayer wheels. You will truly feel like you are on top of the world.
Day 27 Kathmandu
The historic cities of the Kathmandu Valley reveal a vibrant world of colour and life. The markets, bazaars and narrow streets are home to holy men, sacred cows, bicycles, street sellers.
Day 28 Depart Kathmandu
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