An in depth expedition into this fabled realm begins with a spectacular flight across the Himalayas from Kathmandu to the Tibetan Plateau. Visiting monasteries and pilgrimage sites our journey leads to Lhasa, with its dominating Potala Palace. Returning Overland to Kathmandu the scenery of vast valleys deep lakes of aqua blue will take your breath away.

Day 01  Fly Kathmandu
Fly Kathmandu to Lhasa. Transfer to Tsetang. Later in the afternoon visit The Yambhulakhang, Tibet's first castle and Cha - Duk Monastery. O/nt at Hotel Tsetang.

Day 02  Lhasa
Cross the Brahmaputra on a ferry to explore the SAMYE MONASTERY. Proceed to Lhasa for O/nt.

Day 03 / 04  Potala
Visit Potala & Norbulinka Palace, Drepung & Sera Monastery, Jokhang Temple and Barkhor Bazaar. O/nts at Hotel in Lhasa.

Day 05  Gyantse
Drive to Gyantse via Lake Yamdrok - Tso enroute. O/nt at Hotel Gyantse.

Day 06  Shigatse
Drive to Shigatse visiting Shalu Monastery enroute. O/nt at Hotel Shigatse.

Day 07  Shigatse
Sightseeing tour of Tashilunpo Monastery and the free market in Shigatse. O/nt at Hotel Shigatse.

Day 08  Sakya
Drive to Sakya. Explore the Sakya Monastery. O/nt at Guesthouse.

Day 09  Tingri
Drive to Tingri to view the Himalayas including Everest. O/nt at Guesthouse.

Day 10  Zhangmu
Drive to Zhangmu stopping at Nyalamu. Time permitting, visit the Milarepa's Cave. O/nt at Hotel Zhangmu.

Day 11  Kathmandu
Drive to Kathmandu.