| country: | Nepal, Tibet |
| trip type: | A small group adventure |
| departures: | 2008: 30 Aug, 3 Sep, 20 Sep 2009: 4 Apr, 23 May, 25 Jul, 8 Aug, 29 Aug, 19 Sep |
| price: | From £1799 - £2129 (16 days) including flights from the UK, from £1249 excluding flights. Local payment US $340. |
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the amazing things you'll be doing
The classic overland journey to the roof of the world
Kathmandu & Lhasa
From Kathmandu you fly across the Himalayas with breathtaking views of towering peaks all the way. From here you’ll visit Tsedang and cross the river Samye. In Lhasa discover the famous Potala Palace and Jokhang Temple – the religious centre of Tibetan Buddhism, encircled by holy Barkhor square – Tibet’s largest bazaar.
Across the Tibetan Plateau
Your spectacular journey back to Nepal includes a stop at Gyantse to see the frescoes of Kumbum temple, while at Shigatse you visit the impressive Tashihlunpo gompa. South of Shegar lies Rongbuk Monastery. There are stunning views of Everest’s north face from here and the chance to reach Base Camp itself by horse drawn cart. Finally in Kathmandu you can reflect on your adventure and explore the bazaars and temples of this fascinating medieval city.
To Everest by 4WD
You’ll journey by 4WD to the very heart of the Himalaya – to Everest Base Camp. The views of this mythical mountain that in Nepal is called ‘Sagarmatha’ meaning ‘goddess of the sky’ and in Tibet Chomolungma meaning ‘mother goddess of the universe’, are truly inspirational.
Kathmandu & Lhasa
From Kathmandu you fly across the Himalayas with breathtaking views of towering peaks all the way. From here you’ll visit Tsedang and cross the river Samye. In Lhasa discover the famous Potala Palace and Jokhang Temple – the religious centre of Tibetan Buddhism, encircled by holy Barkhor square – Tibet’s largest bazaar.
Across the Tibetan Plateau
Your spectacular journey back to Nepal includes a stop at Gyantse to see the frescoes of Kumbum temple, while at Shigatse you visit the impressive Tashihlunpo gompa. South of Shegar lies Rongbuk Monastery. There are stunning views of Everest’s north face from here and the chance to reach Base Camp itself by horse drawn cart. Finally in Kathmandu you can reflect on your adventure and explore the bazaars and temples of this fascinating medieval city.
To Everest by 4WD
You’ll journey by 4WD to the very heart of the Himalaya – to Everest Base Camp. The views of this mythical mountain that in Nepal is called ‘Sagarmatha’ meaning ‘goddess of the sky’ and in Tibet Chomolungma meaning ‘mother goddess of the universe’, are truly inspirational.
day-by-day itinerary
| Day 1-2: | Overnight flight to Kathmandu |
| Day 3: | Kathmandu; explore temples & bazaars |
| Day 4: | Fly to Lhasa, drive to Tsedang |
| Day 5: | Via Samye Monastery to Lhasa |
| Day 6-7: | In Lhasa; Potala Palace & Jokhang; Drepung Monastery & Norbulingka |
| Day 8: | Via Yangdrok Tso to Gyantse |
| Day 9: | To Shigatse; Tashilhunpo Monastery |
| Day 10: | To Shegar |
| Day 11: | To Rongbuk Monastery; visit Everest Base Camp |
| Day 12: | To Zhangmu; via Old Tingri and Nyelam |
| Day 13-14: | Kathmandu; free |
| Day 15-16: | Overnight flight to London |
travellers' tales
I had the most wonderful time in Tibet. The organisation worked very well, and the people looking after us were wonderful. Congratulations!! A great trip! I hope to go with you again next year. Many thanks (more)
small group adventure holiday
Typically you will be sharing your experiences with between 4-20 like minded travellers (depending on the trip, operator and how many others are booked on the trip) and you'll have a group leader with you. Whether you are travelling alone or with friends its good value, and a great way to meet new people! While itineraries are pre-planned there is some flexibility and you'll have plenty of privacy. This trip will appeal to travellers of all ages who enjoy meeting new people as well as seeing new places.how this holiday makes a difference
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On this trip: Your Group Leader will be Nepalese and your guide Tibetan, enabling you to gain an insight into a unique culture. Using local staff also provides employment and vital income to people whose nations are among the poorest in the world. As entrance fees to the monasteries and temples go directly to the Chinese government, we will leave donations to the monks on your behalf, to help with the upkeep of these sacred places. Our small groups (maximum of 16 people) have a minimal impact on the fragile environment. All tour guides are responsible for ensuring that the guests understand the nature of the environment that they are in and minimise the impact that they may have.
Our Responsible Travel Code: Clients who travel with us will automatically receive a copy of our Responsible Travel leaflet. This contains details and advice on how you can make a positive difference when you travel. If you would like a copy in advance of travel please contact us. Charity Partnerships: We work in partnership with Plan International. Plan works with some of the world’s poorest communities where three out of four children die before the age of five. We also support Friends of Conservation – an international charity committed to working with local people to develop a balance between their needs and the wildlife with which they share the natural habitat and ecosystems. Carbon Balancing: Global warming is a real issue and is a direct result of your travel. We have teamed up with Climate Care to give you the opportunity to offset the carbon emissions from your flight. You’ll be asked upon booking if you want to donate – with set amounts from £5. As a company we offset the carbon emissions from all staff travel in full. Our Foundation: We’ve highlighted a few of the ways in which we offer our support, financially or otherwise, & now you can, too. We have set up our own foundation, which will administer funds donated by you. A small donation of £1 per person will be taken when booking a holiday & that money will be put to good use by one of our carefully selected projects. If you don’t want to make the donation, just tell us when you book. |
Tourism can be good and bad for destinations & local people. We carefully screen every holiday against our criteria for responsible travel. 'Look behind the brochure' to find how each holiday makes a difference (see left). We don't claim to be perfect - there is no global accreditation - but we've led the way since 2001 and screened 1000's of holidays. We invite every traveller to write a review about their experiences and responsible tourism. This valuable feedback is sent to the people who run the holidays. We keep a very close eye on it and take off holidays that don't live up to our standards. |















Our Foundation: We’ve highlighted a few of the ways in which we offer our support, financially or otherwise, & now you can, too. We have set up our own foundation, which will administer funds donated by you. A small donation of £1 per person will be taken when booking a holiday & that money will be put to good use by one of our carefully selected projects. If you don’t want to make the donation, just tell us when you book.