Tibet Unplugged

Itinerary

Days 1-2 Kathmandu

In Nepal's colourful capital, the constant stream of traffic includes monks, goats and sacred cows. Explore the markets of the Old City or sit back with a chai at a rooftop restaurant.

Days 3-7 Lhasa

Visit the awe-inspiring Potala Palace, join Tibetan pilgrims as they prostrate themselves along the holy Barkhor circuit and shop for prayer wheels and carpets at the market outside the Jokhang Temple.

Day 8 Gyantse

Located in the green farmland of the Nyang-chu Valley, Gyantse's imposing Dzong fortress dominates the town. Visit the amazing Gyantse Kumbum, which is decorated with 10,000 murals over four floors.

Days 9-10 Shigatse/Sakya

Home to Tibet's best-preserved monastery, Shigatse is the seat of the Panchen Lama, the reincarnation of the Buddha of Infinite Light. Check out the town's ancient bazaar, buzzing with local life.

Day 11 Everest National Park

Travel to Rongphu Monastery, the world's highest, on an exhilarating drive through the mountains. For the energetic, there is a 2-hour hike to Everest Base Camp.

Day 12 Lao Tingri

Get a feel for Tibetan life in the tiny settlement of Lao Tingri. Look beyond the colourful prayer flags and vast landscapes to towering Mt Everest.

Day 13 Dhulikel

Clinging precariously to the cliff face, the border town of Zhangmu enjoys warm, humid weather and a lush green landscape that is a startling change from the barren Tibetan plateau.

Days 14-15 Kathmandu

Chill-out in local restaurants and reminisce about an incredible adventure across the high peaks of magical Tibet.