Ganden to Samye (16 days)
Ganden to Samye (16 days)
This trek starts with a short flight to Lhasa, the historical centre of the Tibetan Buddhists. The scenery is stunning and includes a variety of terrain, as well as the beautiful turquoise Nam tso Lake.
Fitness grading: Trekking/Int
Climate: See Climate for likely weather conditions
Duration: 16 Days
Price 1-7 people: POA
Price 8 or more : POA
Deposit: £300
Dates: Please contact us for dates
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Additional Information
After flying to Nepal, the holiday starts with two nights in Kathmandu to take in this fascinating city, including an optional sightseeing tour of some its historic areas and temples.
This is followed by a short flight to Lhasa in Tibet, where you spend time exploring the historical centre of the Tibetan Buddhists and take the opportunity to visit Potala Palace, the Barkhor markets and Norbulinka, the former home and summer palace of the Dalai Lama.
From Lhasa you are driven to Nam tso Lake, the second largest salt water lake in the country, a beautiful turquoise colour in April and surrounded by fabulous views of the nearby mountains. The trek begins at Ganden, heading for Yama Do, Tsotup Chu Valley and then to the herders camp and Samye monastery. You will be at altitude, so time is taken to help you acclimatise along the way. The trek is in a stunning area with a variety of terrain - valleys, rivers, lakes, forest and stunning mountain views.
Along the way you will encounter the people of Tibet, including herders, villagers and monks, all unmistakably influenced by the Tibetan Buddhist culture and a wonderful experience.
Later, you will spend time in some of the towns and villages including Gyantse, Xigatse and Nyalam and visit Milarepa's cave. These places will provide a chance to visit local monasteries, walk in the area and take in the beautiful, surrounding scenery.
The adventure holiday concludes by travelling back to Kathmandu, ready for your onward flight.
What’s included:
Kathmandu hotel and breakfast
Accommodation and food for the rest of the trip
Hotel/Airport transfers in Kathmandu and Lhasa
Internal flight
Sherpa Guides, Porters and local helpers
Guided sightseeing in Tibet
Transport
What’s not included:
International flights
Nepal double entry Visa fees
Airport tax
Insurance
Other meals in Kathmandu
Alcoholic drinks
Additional visits
Optional Sherpa and Porter bonuses
Click to see Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Depart home country
Day 2: Arrive Kathmandu (Hotel)
Day 3: Kathmandu (Hotel)
Time to sight see, relax and prepare for the trek
Day 4: Kathmandu to Nyalam (Lodge)
7 hours drive, break 2 hours (lunch and border crossing)
Day 5: Nyalam to Tingri (Lodge)
4 hours drive
Day 6: Tingri to Sigatse (Lodge)
4 hours drive
Day 7: Sigatse to Lhasa (Lodge)
5 hours drive
Day 8: Visit Potala Palace and round Barkor (Hotel)
Accommodation will be in a hotel, this is an acclimatisation day and time to see Lhasa
Day 9: Lhasa drive to Nam tso Lake and return to Lhasa (Hotel)
4-5 hours trekking, a fairly easy day regarding physical demand, still acclimatising stay in a hotel overnight
Day 10: Lhasa to Ganden to Yama Do (Camp)
5-6 hours trekking, altitude 4500 metres, camping overnight, a medium day regarding physical demand
Day 11: Yama Do to Tsotup Chu Valley (Camp)
5 hours trekking approximately, altitude 5000 metres, camping overnight, a tough day*
Day 12: Tsotup Chu Valley – Herders camp (Camp)
5 hours trekking approximately, altitude 5000 metres, camping overnight, a tough day*
Day 13: Herders camp to Samye Monastery to Tsethang (Hotel)
7 hours trekking plus the drive, a long day although terrain not as tough, hotel overnight
Day 14: Tsethang to Lhasa (Hotel)
Driving back to Lhasa, easier day, hotel accommodation
Day 15: Fly to Kathmandu (Hotel)
Day 16: Depart Kathmandu Time to relax or and sight see
• A tough day means there will be considerable undulation in the terrain with the difficulty compounded by the altitude and at times rough uneven routes. The trail does pass through valleys, fields, wooded areas and villages with wonderful scenery along the way.