Tibetan Wonders
Tibetan Wonders
Tibetan Wonders
23 Days Starting in UK and ending in UK
Tour operator:
Tour code:
360
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
12 - 28
Age range:
12-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Meat
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Interests:
Activities:
Tour Overview
Journey through the diverse landscapes of Yunnan Province up to 'the roof of the world' where you will experience the many wonders of Tibet. Admire ancient monasteries and Himalayan vistas before taking in the ultimate view of Everest.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 - 2 : Days 1-2: Fly Overnight To Kunming
Meals Included: Dinner
Fly overnight to the relaxed city of Kunming, also known as the 'City of Eternal Spring'.
This evening a tour introduction will be held in the hotel, along with a welcome dinner. Please note soft drinks and wine will not be served at this meeting.
Day 1 - 2 : Days 1-2: Fly Overnight To Kunming
Meals Included: Dinner
Fly overnight to the relaxed city of Kunming, also known as the 'City of Eternal Spring'.
This evening a tour introduction will be held in the hotel, along with a welcome dinner. Please note soft drinks and wine will not be served at this meeting.
Day 3: Discover The Stone Forest
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
This morning, meander through the formations of the UNESCO-listed Stone Forest. Visit Dianchi Lake and the Western Hills. Return to Kunming and tuck into local delicacy ‘Across the Bridge’ noodles for dinner. (B,L,D)
Day 4: Travel To Dali
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Drive to Dali, a charming town that offers a peek into bygone China. Wander the ancient quarter and see the magnificent Three Pagodas. (B,L)
Day 5: Taoist Mountain Meditation
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Weibaoshan is one of the Taoist religion’s most sacred mountains and has twenty temples dotted on its forested slopes. Take a scenic walk and discover a handful of these temples and meet with a Taoist priest who will introduce you to Taoist meditation techniques. (B,L)
Day 6: Shaxi Ancient Town
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Drive to Shaxi ancient town, nestled deep in the Himalayan foothills. Learn about the fascinating minority people who live in the area and enjoy a local lunch. Continue to Lijiang and spend the evening wandering the old town. (B,L)
Day 7: Jade Dragon Snow Mountain
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
A magnificent mountain, the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain soars to 5,500 metres. Taking a chairlift, explore one of the stunning high meadows and enjoy the amazing vistas. Admire the fascinating Ming Dynasty frescoes at Baisha and see the intricate creations of the embroidery school. Next, meet a Shaman who will teach you to write the forgotten language of Dongba Pictograms. (B,L,D)
Day 8: Tiger Leaping Gorge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Visit Black Dragon Pool Park for magnificent views of the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. Journey to the 3,000-metre-deep Tiger Leaping Gorge. With its backdrop of snow-capped mountains, it is one of China's most extraordinary sights. Continue to the Tibetan monastery town of Zhongdian, also known as Shangri-La. Visit Dafo Temple and spend some free time exploring the old town. (B,L)
Day 9: Rural Shangri-La
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Visit Songzanlin Monastery before hiking 2-3 hours to Napa Hai. Here you are surrounded by towering mountains and lush grasslands brimming with flora and fauna. Next, visit a rural Tibetan-style village where you will learn about the villagers’ way of life, make butter tea and taste home-cooked dishes. (B,L,D)
Day 10: Mystical Lhasa
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Fly to Lhasa, the heart and soul of Tibet. The afternoon is free to relax and acclimatise to the altitude. (B,D)
Day 11: Jokhang Temple & Barkhor Circuit
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Wander around the Barkhor Circuit to see traditionally dressed locals, stalls of religious trinkets and prostrating pilgrims. Inside the Jokhang Temple, the devotion is palpable as queues of people worship in the flickering light of yak butter candles. There will also be a visit to Sera Monastery, one of the three great monasteries of Tibet, to witness the debating monks. Tonight, enjoy a Tibetan dinner and dance. (B,L,D)
Day 12: Potala Palace
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
The Potala Palace is an architectural wonder, towering over the city. The former winter palace of the Dalai Lama, it houses thousands of rooms filled with old treasures. Next, explore Norbulingka, the summer residence of the Dalai Lama, set in parkland just outside the city. (B,L,D)
Day 13: Shigatse
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Travel across Tibet’s stark plains to Shigatse. Dominated by a fort reminiscent of the Potala, Shigatse is Tibet’s second city and the traditional seat of the Panchen Lama. Enjoy some free time to explore the local markets. (B,L,D)
Day 14: New Tingri
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Continue by road to New Tingri, admiring the awe-inspiring views of the mighty Himalayas as you go. (B,L,D)
Day 15: Mount Everest
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Rise early to make the final assault across the Gue-La Pass to Rongbuk, a monastic village festooned in colourful prayer flags. With Mount Everest dominating the horizon, stop by the world’s highest post office, then continue to Everest Base Camp Boundary Monument. Situated under the gaze of Everest’s north face, the views of the world’s highest peak are unsurpassed (weather permitting). A total of 1–2 hours will be spent on foot today. (B,L,D)
Day 16: Everest Sunshine
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Rise early to see a glorious sunrise over Everest (weather permitting) before returning to New Tingri. (B,L,D)
Day 19: Tsedang
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Travel along the Brahmaputra River to Tsedang. Visit Gangpo Ri, the ‘birthplace of the Tibetan people'. (B,L,D)
Day 20: Yumbulhakang Palace
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Perched on a hill over the Yarlung River, legend says that the ancient Yumbulhakang Palace was the first building in Tibet and the palace of the first Tibetan king. Continue to the Chang Chun Monastery and the King’s Tombs before returning to Lhasa. (B,L)
Day 21: Chengdu
Meals Included: Breakfast
Fly to Chengdu in Sichuan Province. (B)
Day 22: Chengdu Panda Reserve
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Visit Chengdu’s famous Panda Conservation Centre, stroll around People’s Park, see Matchmaker’s Corner and stop by a traditional teahouse. In the evening, enjoy Sichuanese cuisine followed by an option to see a ‘facechanging’ show. (B,L,D)
Day 23: Fly Chengdu To Uk
Meals Included: Breakfast
Fly to the UK, arriving home the same or following day. (B)
What's Included
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More Free Time
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Accommodation
21 nights in 4 star
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Airport Transfers at Destination
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All Domestic Transportation (including internal flights)
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Entrance Fees
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Country Entry Visas
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Fully Guided
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International Travel
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Local Taxes
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Meals – Full Board
Breakfasts: 21, Lunches: 18, Dinners: 14
What's Not Included
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Tipping and Gratuities
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Drinks with Meals
Check out our Q&As
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Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?
Yes
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
Yes
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Are all entrance fees included in the price?
Yes
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
Yes
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Are flights included in this tour?
Yes
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
If, after our confirmation invoice has been issued, you wish to change your travel arrangements in any way, we will endeavour to make these changes, but it may not always be possible. Any changes to confirmed bookings need to be sent to us in writing via your travel agent. Please refer to our booking conditions for further information and fees.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Customers booking to travel solo can choose our ‘Happy to Share’ option, which may enable them to share a twin room with other solo customers of the same gender who also request Happy to Share, thus avoiding the need to pay single room supplements. Note that ‘Happy to Share’ requests can be received when you make your booking with us but will not be confirmed until your final payment due date.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Your Final Travel Documents are usually sent to you 2-3 weeks prior to your departure. Your travel pack will include your tour itinerary, hotel details, flight e-tickets and a travel guide. If you have booked with a travel agent, your tickets will be dispatched to your travel agent unless we have been otherwise informed.
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Will I be travelling with passengers from other countries?
Our passengers generally enjoy the mixture of British, Australian and American clients on tour. Occasionally we are joined by English-speaking passengers from other countries.
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What is 'Happy to Share'?
Customers booking to travel solo can choose our ‘Happy to Share’ option, which may enable them to share a twin room with other solo customers of the same gender who also request Happy to Share, thus avoiding the need to pay single room supplements. Note that ‘Happy to Share’ requests can be received when you make your booking with us but will not be confirmed until your final payment due date. If a share partner is found, the Single Supplement will be removed from your booking. If a share partner is not found, the Single Supplement will remain and is payable with your final balance in line with our normal booking conditions. Either way, our Operations Team will contact you around 75 days before departure to let you know whether a share partner has been found or not. We regret that Happy to Share requests cannot be accepted within 75 days of departure. Wendy Wu Tours reserves the right to change or withdraw this arrangement at any time.
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Do you allow children on your tours?
We allow children 12 years and over on our group tours. We recommend that families with children of any age take advantage of our private or tailormade tours. This will give you more flexibility while on tour.
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