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Across the Roof of the World
22 days Kunming to Kathmandu
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Explore the ancient winding streets of Lijiang, Experience the magic of Lhasa, Come face to face with technicolour Buddhas in Gyantse, Take part in a kora in Shigatse, Discover the chaos of Kathmandu
Explore Tibet and discover its hidden soul on this journey across the roof of the world.
Physical Rating: 4
Culture Shock Rating: 5
Accommodation: Hotels (3 nights), monasteries/guesthouses (16 nights), overnight train (1 night)
Transportation: Plane, minibus, 4WD, local bus
Trip Style: Intrepid Original
Group Size: Maximum of 12 travellers per group
Budget: Allow USD $300 for meals not included.
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| Call (888) 291-0999 for more information or to book today! Mention code 6604859 | | Intrepid Travel | | | | Day | Destination | Description | | Day 1 | Kunming | Filled with cafes and street markets, Kunming is an ideal place to try some fiery foods. | | Days 2-3 | Lijiang | Wander the walkways and canals of the Old Quarter, home of the colourfully dressed Naxi people. | | Days 4-5 | Zhongdian | Get a taste of Tibetan life in Zhongdian, considered to be Shangri-La by its residents. | | Day 6 | Deqin | Stop in Deqin, site of the sacred snow-capped mountain of Kawa Karpo. | | Day 7 | Markham | Enjoy a day's drive through fertile valleys, following the course of the Mekong River. | | Day 8 | Dzogang | Cross the Joba, Dawu and Dongda passes. At over 5,000 m you really are on the roof of the world. | | Day 9 | Pasho | Ascend the Gama La Pass and then descend to the Salween River, beside alpine forests. | | Day 10 | Pomi | A sunrise over the Nagan-Tso Lake is worth waking early for. | | Days 11-12 | Bayi/Basum-tso | Glimpse the enormous peaks of Gyala Pelri and Namcha Barwa mountains. | | Days 13-16 | Lhasa | Marvel at colourful Lhasa, the spiritual home of Tibet. Sit back and watch the pilgrims go about their prayers. | | Day 17 | Gyantse | Retaining a feel of old Tibet, the fascinating Gyantse Kumbum, meaning 100,000 images, is a unique temple designed as a three-dimensional mandala. Make the pilgrim route through tiny Buddha-packed chapels. | | Days 18-19 | Shigatse | Join pilgrims on their evening kora, a circular walk around the perimeter of the monastery. | | Day 20 | Lhasa | Learn a few words of Tibetan and enjoy a cooking class on your return to Lhasa. | | Days 21-22 | Kathmandu | Maybe enjoy a final feast. |
| | | * The prices listed are based on the costs and exchange rates current at the
time of printing/posting. Intrepid reserves the right to alter these prices
at any time. For trips departing between 01 January 2007 and 31 December
2007, the land price of your trip is guaranteed when you have paid in full.
For trips departing beyond 31 December 2007, prices are indicative only. The
itineraries and dates online and in our printed brochures are applicable
from 01 January 2007 until 31 December 2007. Beyond 31 December 2007 dates
and itineraries are indicative only and are subject to change. All
information is accurate to the best of our knowledge at time of
printing/posting, but please note that changes to our trips (which can be
significant) can and do occur. Intrepid will make every effort to keep you
informed of any changes, but cannot be held liable for any alterations made
to the published itineraries. Please refer to our website for the most
recent update to any trip. Please note that these conditions apply to
Intrepid group trips only. Variations may apply for Intrepid Independent
trips.
Loss of monies paid applies to all cancelled reservations. The date of trip
cancellation is the date on which the written cancellation is received by
Intrepid.
Please ask your Travel Agent about our full Booking and Cancellation
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