Trip Introduction
Everest Khangsung face trek will be remarkable adventure in Tibet that will appeal to the avid trekker who is also seeking an appreciation of the rich cultural heritage of Tibet. Essentially this expedition includes all the highlights. An enjoyable two days will be spent in Lhasa admiring historical places such as the Potala and Norbulingka Palaces, Jokhang temple, Barkhor Bazaar and the monasteries of Drepung and Sera. The next few days will be spent driving to Kharta via Gyantse, Shigatse and Shegar then start our ten days trek towards the Khangsung valley.
The actual walking begins from Kharta, where Yaks can be organized if required. Apart from the few arid ridges of the Dzakar Chu Valley, this region is fairly green due to rainfall received from Nepal's monsoon. Forests of scrub, juniper, dwarf rhododendron, and birch cover the higher ridges, and dense thickets of willows edge the creeks in the lower valleys. The most frequented route used by climbing expedition teams to reach the Kangshung face Base Camp takes 4 to 5 days over Langma La Pass at 5240m. This spectacular pass, if weather permits, reveals some of the grandest Himalayan scenery found in the entire range. A longer alternative trek to the Base Camp passes over the Shao La Pass (4,790m), a lower pass to the southeast of Langma La that approaches the Base Camp via the Karma Tsangpo Valley. Once you have reached the Base Camp and the exhilaration of doing so has died down you will make your way back to Kharta. After the trek we drive to the Rongphu Valley to appreciate the huge dimensions of the North Face of Everest before heading to the Kathmandu.
Outline Itinerary
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- Day 01: Arriving(group joining) day in Lhasa
- Day 02: Sightseeing in Lhasa
- Day 03: Sightseeing in Lhasa
- Day 04: Drive Lhasa to Gyantse
- Day 05: Drive Gyantse to Shigatse
- Day 06: Shigatse to Shegar
- Day 07: Shegar to Kharta
- Day 08: Kharta to meadows before Shao La
- Day 09: Trek to Joksum
- Day 10: Trek up to Yak Herders
- Day 11: Trek to Pethang
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- Day 12: Trek to Ringmo
- Day 13: Khangshung Valley
- Day 14: Trek to Raabka Chu
- Day 15: Trek to Tso Tshuringma
- Day 16: Trek to Troshay Meadow Camp
- Day 17: Trek to Kharta
- Day 18: Drive to Rongbuk Monastery
- Day 19: Drive from Rongbuk to Zhangmu
- Day 20: Zhangmu to Kathmandu
- Day 21: Leisure at Kathmandu
- Day 22: Departure from Kathmandu
Service Includes
- All land transportation by private vehicle (Land cruiser/Jeep/car) as per itinerary
- Twin sharing accommodation in tented camp & standard hotel in Tibet as per itinerary
- Major Entry permit/s & fees
- Special Tibet Travel Permit
- Everest Permit & all ground camp charge
- Local Tibetan English speaking guide, all necessary payment
- Support truck/Yak, Yak man & all porterages costs
- Meals on full board basis during the tented camp and breakfast in hotel basis as per itinerary
- 2 night’s twin sharing hotel accommodation in 4 star hotel in Kathmandu
- Complementary farewell dinner in Kathmandu with cultural program in typical Nepalese restaurant
- All government and local taxes
- Intl. flight ticket re-confirmation
- Travel & Rescue arrangements
- Re-confirm your intl. flight ticket
Service Excludes
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Chinese Visa US$ 85.00, for American US$ 175.00 (Can be arranged from Kathmandu)
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Nepal entry visa fees
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Intl. airfare (Kathmandu to Lhasa can be arranged on request US$ 440.00 subject to change)
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All departure taxes
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Excess baggage charges
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Lunch and dinner in Tibet & Kathmandu during the hotel stay
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Travel and rescue insurance
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Personal expenses e.g. phone calls, laundry, bar bills & extra porters
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Tips for driver and guide
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Any extending trips
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Services doesn’t includes in service inclusive column
Detail Itinerary
Day 01:Arriving in Lhasa (3650m/11,972ft)
Upon arrival at Gonggor airport or rail station we’ll be met by our local Tibetan guide and assist you to transfer to hotel in Lhasa. On arriving in Lhasa it’s time to check in at the hotel and group meeting at hotel and we will inform you all about the program and the remainder of today is at leisure to relax and acclimatize at Lhasa. We’ll stay in standard hotel in Lhasa on twin sharing accommodation.
