Day 1; Arrival Kathmandu. You will be picked up from the airport and transfeered to your hotel. From the quiet part of tourist area Thamel you will go to enchanted Durbar Square. Overnight in Hotel.

Day 2:Early morning transfer to airport. The flight from Kathmandu to Lhasa is a sensational flight over the himalaya. More than 55 minutes the plane flies over a world of ice and snow. The world’s highest peak Mt. Everest and Mt. Shishapangma lie very close beneath the plane. You arrive in the once – Forbidden city of Lhasa, the capital of Tibet, set in a fertile valley, is also the holiest city of Tibetan Buddhism. Transfer to your hotel for overnight.

Day 3/4 Sightseeing in Lhasa, where you will visit the major sacred places.
The Sera Monasterie is one of the Gelugpa’s( Yellow Hat),great monasteries founded in 1419 and is one of the best- preserved monastries in Tibet, its principal buildings were inexplicably spared during the Cultural Revolution, and a few hundred monks now live here.
While the second Dalai Lama built the Ganden Potrang in the early years of the 16th century, the Drepung Monasterie, became the effective center of political power in Tibet. By the time of the fifth Dalai Lama ( 1617 – 82) its population had grown to a staggering 10,000 easily the largest monastic institution in the world.

The Potala Palace, a monumental palace of kings and Dalai Lamas ,towers above the city like a fairytale castle. The Potala has over 1,000 rooms and is the most complex monument ever built in Tibet designed to serve numerous diverse functions. First it was the palace where the Dalai Lama and his large entourage resided and where all ceremonies of state were held. It was also the seat of Tibet’s government. All political and administrative decisions concerning the country emanated from here. In addition, the Potala was a major destination for pilgrims.

Norbu Lingka has been official summer residence of the Dalai Lama since the middle of the 18th century . It has four major palace complexes and the most ornate palace was initated by the present Dalai Lama. Within are his residential quarters, which are left exactly as they were when he fled to India in 1959.
Pilgrims come from all over the country to pay homage to the Jokhang, Tibet’s most sacred temple. Located in the very heart of Lhasa’s colorful Tibetan quarter. Jokhang is the focus of devotion day and night. Tibetans circle it while going round and round the Barkhor, gaining spiritual merit and generally having a wonderful time. This, the spiritual center of Tibet is also the heart of Lhasa.

Day 5: From Lhasa we drive, the Arniko Highway and after crossing the pass we travel along the lakes of Yamdrok Tso. This idyllic route has the dramatic contrasting scenery of sparkling blue water and high mountains. When crossing the Karola Pass ( 5045 m) the glacier of Mt Kangtang 7191m is a few meters within our reach. We arrive in Gyantse, a village with a deeply Tibetan character. The Dzong Fort is presently the only survival fort in Tibet dates back from the earlic 14 century. The impressive Palcho Monasteries belonging to different sects, all living in harmony. Multi – sect monasteries such as this are not found elsewhere in Tibet. Overnight in Gyantse.


Day 6: Driving further to Shigatse, we enjoy a fine scene of green valleys, now and then spotted with little villages with prayers flags on the roof tops. In Shigatse we visit the Tanshilhumpo Monastery, the seat of Panchen Lama for which reason Shigatse is the second largest town of Tibet. Here you are amazed by the 30 mtr gold gilded copper siting Buddha with big diamonds inlaid for the eyebrows. Overnight hotel Shigatse.

Day 7: After traversing an isolated nomadic region, we drive over the high Tibetan Plateau. The route presents a scenery of unforgettable natural wonder. We arrive in New Tingri where we can visit the Shekar Monasterie, preched on a ridge overlooking the small town. Shekar was damaged during the Cultural Revolution but some buildings and chapels have been repaired. Overnight hotel.

Day 8: Early in the morning we start to follow our way back to Nepal. After Tingri a view of the world famous Mt. Everest can be seen from the roadside.
The trip to Zhangmu is a real adventure while it cuts right through the mighty Himalayas by crossing the Lalung La Pass on 5214m. Finally we reach the border town of Zhangmu. We set out watches back to Nepal time ( 2.15 hours ahead) and head down the road to Nepal. We cross the Friendship Bridge and drive further to Dhulikhel for an overnight stay in a comfortable resort.

Day 9: You will enjoy the early morning sunrise on the other side of the Himalayan range. The view from the Nepali side is quite different and you realize that you cross the only natural border the highest wall in the world.

Day 10 /11 : Leisurely is the Keyword of your stay in Pokhara. You have a splendid view at the peaks of the Annapurna massive, included the famous mountain Machhapuchhre ( Fishtail). You can also visit the  Phewa Lake on a boat or see if from one of the many cost restaurants at the lakeside. We also recommend a visit to Devis waterfall or a nice hike to Sarangkot.

Option: Chitwan Park.
From Muglin we drive to further to south to Tadi Bazar and transfer to resort. You will see how the Tharu people live here and may be they will surprise you with the cultural stick dance.

Day 10/11: The Jungle Safari offers you different aspects a tour over the Rapti River in a dug – out canoe, the jungle walk where you may see different species of animals not only the rhinos but also deers, monkeys and peacocks, visit the surroundings little villages and/or visit the elephant town, wake up early to see the 400 different kind of birds, sit on an elephant to look for 500 rhinos.

Day 12 : Drive back to Kathmandu
The emerald green Trisuli River is popular for rafting as we can see from the roadside. We arrive in Kathmandu in the afternoon. Overnight Hotel In Kathmandu.

Day 13: Sightseeing in Kathmandu, we will visit the Swayambhunath( monkey temple) the biggest Buddhist Stupa and Pashupatinath. Overnight hotel.

Day 14 : Transfer airport for departure.

Note: You can extend your program in Nepal( rafting, trekking, jeepsafari, mountain biking etc) or in combination with other destination in the Himalaya ( India , Ladakh, Bhutan, Sikkim)
All combination are possible.

Note: This itinerary can be changes in another order depending on the arrival dates of your clients referring to the flight schedule to Lhasa.

Note: You can extend your program in Nepal( rafting, trekking, jeep safari, mountain biking etc) or in combination with other destination in the Himalaya ( India , Ladakh, Bhutan, Sikkim)
All combination are possible.

Included In the Price:
Middle class hotel accommodation in Nepal and Lhasa 3-4 star on 2 person basis, the best available hotels in other towns in 2 persons basis in Kathmandu with breakfast, rest full board, cultural excursions as per itinerary inclusive entrance fee , jungle safari excursions with one time entrance fee. National Chitwan Park, all transfers from/to airport, all transport overland with private vehicle , English speaking local guide.


Exclusive The Price:
International flight from/to Europe, flight Kathmandu – Lhasa, airport tax in Kathmandu lunch and dinner,special sightseeing-guides, extra entrance- fee for video/camera, all personal expenditures, drinks and tips, travelinsurance, surcharge single room, visa – passport costs, Mountain, road rescue or any other emergency evacuation charges, expenses incurred as a result of illness and or any other forseen situations and events, excess baggage charges,loss incurred by rerouting , inclement weather, floods, political discruptions strikes,riots and other disturbances.