|
The Roof
of The World
Discovering Nepal & Tibet
17 days
£1450 including flights
Spend a week in
Nepal, seeing the highlights of mystical Kathmandu and helping on
local community projects in the village of Nuwakot. Next, join us
for the journey of a lifetime, crossing the Himalaya by aeroplane,
where you will fly past Everest en-route to the ancient Tibetan
capital of Lhasa. Finally, return to Kathmandu in a 4WD adventure
across the arid Tibetan plateau, surrounded by some of the world’s
highest peaks and most impressive scenery.
departure dates
Single Supplement:
£115.
kathmandu
The
historic capital of Nepal, Kathmandu has long captured the
imagination of travellers worldwide. It is a living museum, with a
unique experience around each corner. Literally hundreds of Hindu
temples sit alongside Buddhist stupas and Tibetan monasteries, with
their evocative prayer flags flying in the breeze. Enjoy sights such
as Durbar Square, Swayambunath Stupa and Pashupatinath, as well as
enjoying a traditional Nepali meal and cultural show.
nukawat
Located just 75 kms from Kathmandu, this historic town was once the
capital of the Valley in the days before the unification of Nepal.
Spend four days living amongst the variety of ethnic groups which
make up the local population, assisting on a range of community
development projects ranging from teaching English, to helping
restore heritage buildings.
lhasa
Return to Kathmandu to collect your Tibetan visa before boarding a
plane for what must be one of the most spectacular flights in the
world! Lhasa is situated 3660m above sea level, so it is advisable
to take it easy and acclimatise yourself to the altitude. You have
two full days to explore the gems of this fascinating city,
including the Potala Palace and Jokhang Temple.
4WD overland from Lhasa to Kathmandu
Board your landcruiser and head into the mountains along the
Friendship Highway. Cross some of the world’s highest passes
(reaching heights of 5200m), view huge glaciers at close quarters,
cross the arid Tibetan plateau, and view the snowy summits of peaks
which climb to 7500m! Stay in Tibet’s second largest city, Shigatse,
and visit vibrant markets, thriving monasteries, ancient forts and
colourful Tibetan villages. Gradually descend from he Himalayan
heights to re-enter Nepal at Zhangmu, and cross the Friendship
Bridge towards Kathmandu where your journey ends and, after a final
night it’s time for your flight home.
project
details
The
‘Explore Himalaya Community Service programme’ was developed to
assist impoverished rural communities and has been operating in
Nuwakot for several years. The old capital of Nepal, Nuwakot is
rich in cultural heritage and many important historical monuments
and temples remain, but the people who live in the surrounding area
are amongst the country’s poorest. One of the programme’s main
priorities is education, working closely with the local secondary
school, and also by providing vocational training to young adults
along with skill development for all ages. Other projects include
helping to restore some of the historical buildings, such as
Buddhist prayer halls, which have fallen into disrepair.
our
fully inclusive price includes
-
Flights between London and Kathmandu on scheduled
carrier.
-
All local transport – minibus and internal flight
from Kathmandu to Lhasa
-
Group visa for Tibet
-
Accompanying Tour Escort/Project Coordinator
-
15 nights in hotels (3 star plus)
-
15 breakfasts, 4 lunches and 7 dinners
-
All tours and excursions as described
|
Views of Everest
The living museum which
is Kathmandu
Potola Palace in Lhasa,
home of the Dalai Lamas, until Tibet was 'liberated' by the Chinese
in 1951
The 'liberators'
and those they
'liberated'. Monks in the Johkang, Lhasa
Rongpuk Monastery with
Everest behind
A Tibetan women near
Rongpuk |
