15 nights/16 days Nam-tso Lake Trek

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Our trek passes through glaciated valleys and mountains of the Nyenchen Thanglha range to the pebbled shores of the Namtso lake. Surrounded by spectacular snow-covered mountains, it is a place of desolate beauty and the site of a holy hermitage that draws pilgrims from all over Tibet. During the summer months the wide open spaces are filled with nomad herders and their herds of yaks and tents � a heart touching sight. We also visit sacred spots, holy shrines, and the bird sanctuary. The other highlight of this trip is a visit to Tashilhunpo Monastery, Sakya Monastery & Rongbuk Monastery.

Departures: Flexible
EX - Kathmandu
Best Season: April�October
Mode of Travel: fly in/drive out
Group size: 4+

Itinerary:

Day 1: Transfer to the airport and fly to the Gongkar airport.
Day 2-3: Full day sightseeing in Lhasa
Day 4: Drive to Yangpachen (4324 m) & further on to Damshung (4130 m). Camp
Day 5: Trek through glaciated valley & camp (7-8 hrs)
Day 6: Cross Kong La & descend to a broad basin & hike along green meadows (6-7 hrs)
Day 7: Trek to Namtso Lake & Camp (7-8 Hrs)
Day 8: Rest & exploration day at Tashi Do
Day 9: Drive Namtso Lake to Lhasa. O/N Hotel.
Day 10: Drive Lhasa to Gyangtse (3990 m), 350 km & visit Kubum stupa & Pelkor Chode Monastery.
Day 11: Drive Gyangtse to Shalu-Shigatse (3860 m), 90 km & visit Tashilhunpo Monastery.
Day 12: Drive Shigatse to Sakya-Shegar/Tingri(4350 m) & visit Sakya Monastery.
Day 13: Drive Shegar to Rongbuk (5050 m) & visit Rongbuk Monastery.O/N at Rongbuk Guest House.
Day 14: Drive Rongbuk to Nyalam.O/N at Nyalam Guest House.
Day 15: Drive Nyalam to Zhangmu-Kathmandu.
Day 16: Free day in Kathmandu

Service Includes:

- Airport/ Hotel/ Airport pick up & drop off by private car/ van/ bus.
- Standard accommodation in Lhasa with breakfast
- Guided sightseeing tour in Lhasa by four wheel drive (Land cruiser or A/C Bus)
- Monastery entrance fees
- A government licence holder English speaking Tibetan Guide during the tour.
- Tibet entry permits, Chinese visa, monasteries entry fees etc.
- All our government taxes.

Service Excludes:

- Flight cost from Kathmandu/Lhasa/Kathmandu
- Airport Departure tax in Kathmandu
- Lunch and dinner (allow US$ 12 to 20 per person per day).
- Travel/Medical insurance (compulsory).
- Nepal entry visa fee (US$ 30 per person)
- Photography charges
- Expenses of personal nature such as alcoholic drinks, cold drinks, laundry.
- Down Jacket, duffel/kit bag and sleeping bag
- Tips for guides, driver and helpers
- Any other expenses which are not mentioned on the tour cost