The Namtso Lake Trek unveils one of Tibet's largest sacred lakes, situated approximately 240km north of Lhasa and offering breathtaking vistas of Mt. Nying Cheng Thangla (7210m). Beyond immersing yourself in the mesmerizing scenery of the lake, the surrounding grasslands, and towering mountain peaks, you'll have the opportunity to visit Tibetan nomadic encampments, engage in horse or yak rides along the lake's ...See more
The Namtso Lake Trek unveils one of Tibet's largest sacred lakes, situated approximately 240km north of Lhasa and offering breathtaking vistas of Mt. Nying Cheng Thangla (7210m). Beyond immersing yourself in the mesmerizing scenery of the lake, the surrounding grasslands, and towering mountain peaks, you'll have the opportunity to visit Tibetan nomadic encampments, engage in horse or yak rides along the lake's shores, and delve into a realm too elevated for traditional farming or settlements. The Namtso Lake trek is a remarkable journey, ideal for those seeking to uncover the ecological tapestry of northern Tibet.
Trip Highlights
- Get amazing unique high attitude, exotic culture, highland landscapes
- Visit holy Potala Palace and Jokhang Temple
- Visit Drepung and Sera Monastery
- Trek around Namcho lake (4718m)
- Tibetan lifestyle
Trip Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu. Overnight at hotel.
Day 02: Full day Kathmandu valley sightseeing. Overnight at hotel.
Day 03: Full day Kathmandu valley sightseeing. Overnight at hotel.
Day 04: Fly to Lhasa and drive to Lhasa crossing Yarlung River. Overnight at hotel.
Day 05: Lhasa sightseeing. Visit Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple and Barkhor Market. Overnight at hotel.
Day 06: Lhasa sightseeing. Visit Drepung, Sera Monastery and Norbulingkha, summer palace of the Dalai Lama. Overnight at hotel.
Day 07: Drive to Nizhong; arrange yak for trekking. Overnight at tented camp.
Day 08-13: Trek to Nam-tso (lake). Overnight at tented camp.
Day 14: Explore around Namtso Lake (4718 m) Nam-tso (lake) is approximately 190 km north of Lhasa. Its salty waters have a stunning shade of turquoise. Overnight at tented camp.
Day 15: Drive back to Lhasa and transfer to hotel. Overnight at hotel.
Day 16: Drive to Gonggar Airport and fly back to Kathmandu. Overnight at hotel.
Day 17: Kathmandu, free day till departure.
Services
Included
- Twin sharing accommodation in all hotels
- Tented camp at Namcho Lake trek
- Tibet Tour Package on full board basis (all meals) with all activities as per the programme
- Services of a local English speaking Guide throughout the tour
- All the land arrangements, airport pickups and drops on a private deluxe vehicle with air-condition as mentioned in the program
- Entry tickets to the monuments/monasteries, included in the sightseeing as mentioned in the program
- Porters for baggage’s at hotel and airports
- Single entry visa fee for Tibet
Excluded
- International flight
- Charges for photography inside the monasteries
- Travel insurance
- Any expenses of personal nature, such as alcohol and soft drinks, monastery
- Donation Tips, Telephone, Medicines, Laundry
Testimonials
Testimonials
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