Kunming to Kathmandu via Tibet
This is truly the ‘journey of a lifetime’, combining two amazing countries, China and Nepal, with a week spent in mystical Tibet.
Starting in southern China we begin the journey in Kunming, the capital of Yunnan province. Yunnan Province has many attractions ranging from rich cultures to historic towns and magnificent alpine scenery. We also have time to appreciate the beauty of the region by enjoying a trek through Tiger Leaping Gorge.
We then fly north and visit Chengdu, where we see endangered giant pandas in a special breeding centre. The fabled mountain province of Tibet beckons with its alpine pastures and ancient monasteries. We visit Lhasa and its fabulous Potala Palace, before continuing to Gyantse, Shigatse and driving up to the Base Camp of the world’s highest peak, Mount Everest. Finally crossing the mighty Himalaya to Nepal, we reach our final destination, Kathmandu.
Itinerary
| Day Number(s) | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | (Sat) Arrive in Kunming and transfer to hotel. |
| 2-3 | Walking tour of Kunming. Bus to Dali. Free time in Dali. |
| 4-5 | Bus to Lijiang. Free time to walk around Old Town. |
| 6-7 | Bus to Tiger Leaping Gorge. Two-day trek through gorge. |
| 8-9 | Bus to Zhongdian. Tour to Songzanlin Monastery and surrounding valley. Visit Tibetan family. |
| 10-11 | Fly to Kunming, then fly to Chengdu. |
| 12-14 | Visit Giant Panda Breeding Research Base. Travel to Leshan to view the Giant Buddha.Fly to Lhasa. |
| 15-16 | Visit Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, Sera Monastery and Drepung Monastery. Free day. |
| 17 | Drive to Gyantse via Karo La (Pass). Walking tour of Gyantse. |
| 18 | Drive to Shigatse and explore Tashilumpo Monastery in the afternoon. |
| 19 | Drive to Shegar via Gyatso La (Pass). |
| 20 | Day trip via Pang La (Pass) (5150m) to Rongphu Monastery and Everest Base Camp. |
| 21 | Drive to Zhangmu via Nyalam. |
| 22 | Cross border to Nepal. Drive to Kathmandu. |
| 23 | Trip ends in Kathmandu this morning (Sun). |
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At A Glance
Trip Length |
23 days |
Trip Code |
PCKK |
Activities |
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| Culture (Moderate), Walking (Easy) | |
| Min Altitude | Max Altitude |
| 5150m | |
Countries Visited |
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| China, Nepal, Tibet | |
Start City |
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| Kunming | |
End City |
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| Kathmandu | |
