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Day 01 Arrival in Kathmandu and transfer to Hotel.
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You will be met at the arrival terminal and transferred to the group hotel. The Hotel locates within walking distance of Thamel in Kathmandu. The rest of the day is free to explore the city or can choose to relax.
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Day 2-4 Visa process and shopping.
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We will set these two days aside for us to help you get some last-minute supplies, Tibet visa processing and finalize any official documentation needed for the expedition. Of course, you will be briefed about the program by our team members as well.
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Day 05 Flight to Lhasa.
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Depart on an early morning flight to Lhasa. Arrive at Lhasa Airport (3700m) after an hour and ten-minute flight, passing over the panoramic peaks of Everest, Kanchenjunga, Makalu and the southern Tibetan Plateau. Transfer and check in to your Hotel. After a short break, we'll roam around Lhasa's old quarter. First, we'll find Barkhor's exciting pilgrimage kora (circuit). Witness the pilgrims performing ritual prostration around the entire kora. Barkhor is also famous for its typical Tibetan open market where hundreds of merchants, traders and artisans set up shop to sell their wares to the people of Lhasa and the innumerable pilgrims. In the late afternoon, we'll visit the Jorkhang Temple, the spiritual centre of the region. Founded in the mid-7th century, today, it hums with pilgrims murmuring chants and spinning prayer wheels amidst the myriad flickering of yak butter lamps. We'll also attend the evening prayer recital in the temple.
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Day 06 Sightseeing tour at Lhasa.
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If you're picturing Tibet, chances are you're depicting the Potala Palace. It remains a symbol of Tibetan autonomy and the seat of the government in exile of the holy Dalai Lama. It's a treasure trove of traditional culture, a unique architectural marvel and a World Heritage Site. Stroll through its 13 storeys, housing 1000 rooms. Later, you'll have an opportunity to get an insight into the world of ancient Tibetan holistic healing at Metzekhang medicine centre.
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Day 07 Drive to Shigatse.
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You will start your tour at around 8 am from your Hotel and then drive towards Gyantse through 3 significant mountain passes, Gampa La, Karo La, and Simila, respectively. Karola is the highest pass among them, over 5000Mts with its most beautiful glaciers; beautiful Yamdrok Lake emerged as coral colour from the top of Gampala pass. Drive along the beautiful Yamdrok Lake and Karola glaciers. Arrival in Gyantse during your lunch time, visit Palchoe monastery and Kubum Pagoda stupa. Finally, continue your journey to Shigatse by passing one of Tibet's most significant farming lands, where people grow barley, wheat, and vegetables.
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Day 08 Continue along the 'Friendship Highway' to Shegar.
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Continuing our drive along the Friendship Highway, we climb to a pass which offers a first distant view of the main (Nepalese) Himalayan range, which we must eventually cross. Descending from the pass, we reach the small town of Lhatse, which feels like a frontier town in the Wild West. Apart from its hot springs, Lhatse's claim to fame is that the long road to western Tibet begins a short distance west of the town. Beyond Lhatse, we cross the highest pass on the Friendship Highway, the Gyamtso La (5220m). Then, rounding a bend on the descent from the pass, we are confronted by our first views of Everest, Lhotse and Cho Oyu. Next, we encounter wild Tibetan settlements, lonely monasteries and the encampments of nomadic herders on the next 50-kilometre stretch of road to Shegar. We overnight at one of the best hotels in Shegar, which offers basic but comfortable accommodations. From here, we will set off on our detour to the Rongbuk Valley and the north side of Everest.
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Day 09 Drive to Tibetan Base Camp.
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Day 10-11 Rest in Tibetan Base Camp.
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Day 12 Drive to Gablung-Middle camp.
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Day 13 Trek to Advanced Base Camp.
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Day 14-15 Puja at Advance Basecamp according to Sherpa Religion.
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We begin our climbing only after a Puja ceremony at the base camp. Where a dedicated Lama Guru (head Monk) will conduct the ceremony, he will recite the prayers to The Mountain gods asking for well-being, safety, safe passage and a successful expedition. All climbers are requested to participate in the ceremony, which is very important for the guides and the blessing of your climbing gear during the puja.
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Day 16-29 Climbing Period.
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We'll cross through steep moraines to establish Camp 1 at 6,400m, which should take around 4 - 6 hours, depending on weather conditions and how we feel. Next, we'll traverse a ridge and ascend a 50m headwall to Camp 2 at 7,000m - a hard day taking 6 - 7 hours. Finally, we'll establish Camp 3 at 7,500m on the northwest face and, the following day, set up for the summit. Depending on fitness, we'll move up and down the mountain, several times, acclimatizing and stocking the higher camps. It will require an extra push to reach the actual summit peak on the far end of the high snowfield. Though long and arduous, Summit day will be well worth it when the highest peaks in the world are in view.
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Day 30-31 Back to ABC & Packing.
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Day 32 Trek to Gablung and drive to Shigatse.
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Drive along the vast grassland, beautiful mountain range, and Tibetan nomadic and farmer's villages.
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Day 33 Drive to Lhasa.
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Start your tour early in the morning and drive along the Bharmaputrariver with a landscape of sandy hills, villages, and RulakYungdrung ling on the other side of the river. You will have lunch in a small town called Nyenmo, the border point between Shigatse and Lhasa—free afternoon shopping.
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Day 34 Fly to Kathmandu.
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The flight from Lhasa takes 1 hour and 10 minutes to Kathmandu. Depending on your flight time, we provide a transfer from the airport to the Hotel. Back at the Hotel, you will take a proper shower and rest.
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Day 35 Transfer to the international airport for final departure.
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Today is the last day of the program; depending on your flight time, we will arrange the transfer to the airport, and your guide will go to see you off. The airport check-in time is 3 hours before flight departure, and the checkout time at the Hotel is noon. If your flight is later in the evening, you can request a late checkout at the hotel reception.
