OVERLAND  LHASA TO KATHMANDU Beyond the mighty Himalayas  lies Tibet. Still fascinating region of today’s China the autonomous Region has preserved in many ways the culture and values of past times.For the traveler who cares less for commodity, this tour is “the option” for getting a glimpse into the “Land of Snows”.Starting right from Kathmandu, where you join in to a international traveler group the journey heads to the border with Tibet.Passing into Tibet you will pass soon over to highlands dotted with stunning mountain panoramas including at least Shisha Pangma (8013 m), Cho Oyu (8201 m)and the mighty Everest (Chomolongma, 8848 m).Heading on and passing high passes you reach to the old cities of Shigatse and Gyantse before a stunning pass leads to holy Yamdrok Tso Lake and finally to Lhasa, where you will enjoy two days in the busy capital of Tibet. The flight back to Kathmandu is needless to say one of the most spectacular flights on earth crossing the Himalayas right between Everest, Lhotse and Makalu before landing into Kathmandu. BRIEF ITINARY 01 Saturday/Tuesday - Kathmandu – Zhangmu – Nyalam (3600 m) – 153 km Overnight in simple Guest House and breakfast. 02 Nyalam – Tingri – Lhatse (4050 m) – 285 km Overnight in simple Guest House and breakfast. 03 Lhatse – Shigatse (3900 m) – 200 km Overnight in simple Guest House or simple Hotel and breakfast. 04 Shigatse - Gyantse (3950 m) – 90 km Overnight in simple Guest House or simple Hotel and breakfast. 05 Gyantse – Yamdrok Tso – Lhasa (3600 m) – 261 km Overnight in simple Guest House and breakfast. 06 Lhasa. Overnight in simple Guest House or simple Hotel and breakfast. 07 Lhasa. Overnight in simple Guest House or simple Hotel and breakfast. 08 Saturday/Tuesday – Flight Lhasa - Kathmandu Arrive around 10 AM in Kathmandu. Breakfast PERSONS               02       03     04       05-07 PRICE/PERSON     QUOTES IN USD$   VALIDITY: 2011 Note: this tour is an international group tour where we do not organize directly our self the logistics. We’re running them as part of a ring, who collects clients in Kathmandu for operating this tour.  In Tibet there is no guarantee that you might get a double room, depending mainly on the flow of tourists and the season. If there are not enough rooms, you might sleep in a 3-4-5-6 bed room together with other travelers.  INCLUDED AND NOT INCLUDED SERVICES included  - Overnights in Tibet in Guest House or simple hotels   in double or common rooms whatever is   available on the spot. If possible,   double room but no guarantee on single rooms - Simple breakfast including tea or coffee - Assisted Kathmandu – Kodari transfer with bus or van - All group transport in Tibet with bus,   van or Jeeps according to logistical need of organizer - Local English speaking tour guide   in Tibet from entry point to departure point - Lhasa-Kathmandu flight in economy class  (20 kg baggage allowance) - Main entrance ticket to all mentioned   group sightseeing’s in Tibet - Obtaining process of all Tibet Permits   - Our service charge Not included  - Entry visa for Nepal (obtainable upon arrival) - Tibet Visa fee (see page 4 for detailed cost)   to pay on arrival - Personal tour equipment, clothing, medicines,   travel insurance - Services, beverages and food   not expressively indicated - Filming and photographing fees   in monasteries   museums etc. - Extra expenses due to road blockades,   landslides and similar events. - Extra such as phone calls, bar bills,   Tips, extras, laundry services - Whatever not expressively indicated   above under „included” Changes of program, service quality, single services upon request possible   If the present tour itinerary or tour style does not reflect what you actually expected, please consult us for a customized solution in accordance with your needs like for example with more moderate or more luxorious accomodations, extentions, other activities and so forth.