Tibetan Trails Private Tour
Discover the Roof of the World
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Discover the Roof of the World
11 days from $ 5990
The Tibetan Trails private tour provides a carefully designed balance of natural beauty and time honored traditions. The tour includes a visit to the famous Panda Reserve in Chengdu, where you can observe the magnificent animals in a protected environment. You will also see the world’s largest stone-carved Buddha at Leshan. Tibet is called the 'Roof of the World', with breathtaking vistas at Lhasa, Gyantse and Shigatse. As an option, you can even take this opportunity to make an unforgettable visit to the Mt. Everest Base Camp.
This private tour is personal and individual with private tour guides, private car and chauffeur. You may travel on any date and have a choice of accommodations. Travel is at your own pace and there is flexibility while touring. This itinerary is ideal as an intimate tour for couples, great for family travel and perfect for private groups.
This tour reaches an altitude of 13,000ft at Gyantse with higher altitudes reached while traveling. Mt. Everest Base Camp is at 18,200ft.
Days 1-2 : US – Chengdu
Fly overnight to Chengdu, the capital of Sichuan Province.
Day 3 : Pandas & Buddha Day Tour
Visit the famous Panda Reserve to see these adorable animals being reared in wooded surroundings reminiscent of their natural habitat. Later, travel to Leshan to visit the remarkable Grand Buddha, the world’s largest stone carved Buddhist statue. Take a short boat trip to view the statue from the river. Later, return to Chengdu (B,L)
Day 4 : Chengdu – Lhasa
Fly to Lhasa and visit the Drepung Monastery, which dates back to the 15th century and in its full glory was one of the biggest Monasteries in the region. (B)
Day 5 : Lhasa
Explore the ‘crown jewel’ of Tibet – the Potala Palace. The palace is an architectural wonder that towers over the city with thousands of rooms filled with treasures such as intricate shrines and beautiful frescoes. Also stroll around the Barkhor circuit and visit the 7th century Jokhang Temple, which is the most sacred in Tibet and the Sera Monastery, which has about 600 monks in residence. (B,L)
Day 6 : Lhasa – Gyantse
Travel to the smaller town of Gyantse. Visit the unique Pelkor Monastery and the magnificent ruins of the Old Fort. (B,L)
Day 7 : Gyantse – Shigatse
Travel to Shigatse, the second largest city in Tibet and explore the busy cobbled lanes which meander around the ancient buildings. Visit the Tashilhunpo Monastery, the traditional residence of the Panchen Lama. (B,L)
Day 8-9 : Shigatse – Lhasa
Return to Lhasa. The afternoon and following day are reserved for leisure. (B)
Day 10 : Lhasa - Chengdu
Fly to Chengdu. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. (B)
Day 11 : Chengdu – US
Fly to the US, arriving home later the same day or the following morning. (B)
Dates and Prices
| Valid from | Price pp from | |
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| 1 Apr 2012 - 31 May 2012 | $6,190 | |
| 1 Jun 2012 - 15 Aug 2012 | $6,690 | |
| 16 Aug 2012 - 30 Sep 2012 | $6,390 | |
| 1 Oct 2012 - 31 Oct 2012 | $6,190 | |
| 1 Nov 2012 - 9 Dec 2012 | $5,990 |
Everest Base Camp Option
The Everest Base Camp Option modifies the Tibetan Trails Private Tour in the following way:
Day 8: Gyantse - Shigatse - Rongbuk
Travel to Shigatse, the second largest city in Tibet and visit the Tashilhunpo Monastery. Continue to Rongbuk where you will stay at a very basic guesthouse. (B,L)
Day 9: Rongbuk - Shigatse
Visit Mt Everest Base Camp and gaze up to the peak at 29,028ft (weather permitting). Mingle with climbers making an attempt on the summit and maybe take a walk to Rhongpu Glacier. Later return to Shigatse. (B,L)
Days 10-12 Shigatse - US
As days 9-11 of the standard itinerary.
Everest Base Camp is at 18,200ft.
Price from $ 700.00pp
Other Supplement from:
Tour departs any day subject to availability and seasonal variation. Prices apply only when purchased as an addition to the Tibetan Trails Private Tour.
Single supplement from $50
Sole passenger price from $1,190
Includes: accommodation, local transportation, touring, guides, entrance fees and meals as stated
Excludes: flights, departures taxes, visas and tipping
Hong Kong Extension - 4D/3N
This itinerary can easily be added after most of our China tours.
Day 1: Arrive Hong Kong
You will be met at Hong Kong Airport and transferred to your hotel.
Day 2: Hong Kong
Enjoy a half day island tour visiting Victoria Peak, Stanley Market, Aberdeen Fishing Village and an optional sampan ride (paid locally). The afternoon is at leisure. (B)
Day 3: Hong Kong
A free day to enjoy the delights of this vibrant city as you wish. (B)
Day 4: Depart Hong Kong
Transfer to Hong Kong Airport. (B)
Hotel Prices:
Price is per person based on:
3* accommodations from $390pp
4* accommodations from $490pp
5* accommodations from $690pp
Price from $ 390.00pp
Other Supplement from:
Tour departs any day subject to availability
Single supplement from $260pp
Sole passenger price from $650pp
Includes accommodation,local transportation and touring
by motorcoach, entrance fees, guides and meals as stated
Excludes flights, departure taxes, visas and tipping
Price is subject to seasonal variation
Hong Kong & Lantau Island - 4D/3N
This itinerary can be easily added after most of our China tours.
Day 1: Arrive Hong Kong
Transfer to your hotel.
Day 2: Hong Kong
Enjoy a half day island tour visiting Victoria Peak, Stanley Market, Aberdeen Fishing Village and an optional sampan ride (paid locally). The afternoon is at leisure. (B)
Day 3: Lantau Island
Begin with a ferry ride across the Victoria Harbour to Silvermine Bay to visit beautiful Cheung Sha beach and Tai O Fishing Village. Then travel to Ngong Ping Plateau to see the Giant Buddha and explore Po Lin Monastery where you'll enjoy a vegetarian lunch. Later, visit Ngong Ping Village before a ride aboard the Skyrail cable car. (B,L) If the cable car is canceled due to weather or any other reason, alternative transportation will be arranged.
Day 4: Depart Hong Kong
Transfer to Hong Kong Airport. (B)
Hotel Prices:
Price is per person based on:
3* accommodations from $540pp
4* accommodations from $640pp
5* accommodations from $840pp
Price from $ 540.00pp
Other Supplement from:
Tour departs any day subject to availability
Single supplement from $260pp
Sole passenger price from $650pp
Includes accommodation,local transportation and touring
by motorcoach, entrance fees, guides and meals as stated
Excludes flights, departure taxes, visas and tipping
Price is subject to seasonal variation
Hong Kong & Macau - 4D/3N
This itinerary can easily be added after most of our China tours
Day 1: Arrive Hong Kong
Transfer to your hotel.
Day 2: Hong Kong
Enjoy a island tour visiting Victoria Peak, Stanley Market, Aberdeen Fishing Village and an optional
sampan ride (paid locally). (B)
Day 3: Macau
Travel by hydrofoil to Macau. Visit the ruins of the St. Paul's Church, Ama Temple, Macau Museum (closed Mondays) and a local casino (minimum age 18). Return by hydrofoil to Hong Kong. (B,L)
Day 4: Depart Hong Kong
Transfer to Hong Kong Airport. (B)
Hotel Prices:
Price is per person based on:
3* accommodations from $590pp
4* accommodations from $690pp
5* accommodations from $890pp
Price from $ 590.00pp
Other Supplement from:
Tour departs any day subject to availability
Single supplement from $260pp
Sole passenger price from $650pp
Includes accommodation,local transportation and touring
by motorcoach, entrance fees, guides and meals as stated
Excludes flights, departure taxes, visas and tipping
Price is subject to seasonal variation
This document is designed to be read in conjunction with the other pre-departure information provided by Wendy Wu Tours including the tour itinerary as described in our brochure and/or website. It aims to provide a straightforward description of the physical activities involved in sightseeing or travelling during the tour.
If there are any particular challenges, from the length of time spent on your feet, the length of drives and flights, to the standard of remote accommodation for our more adventurous tours; they will be explained here.
All passengers must read this document to ensure the itinerary is suitable for their interests and physical capabilities. This is not your final itinerary and therefore does not mention all the sites visited. The order of sightseeing is subject to change.
