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11-Day Train Journey on Qinghai-Tibet, Tsedang and Shigatse tour

Tour Code:TE-QHR-1101
Start in:Xining
End in: Lasha
Destinations:Xining → Lhasa → Tsedang → Shigatse → Gyantse
Day 1  Xining
Arrive in capital Xining of Qinghai Province.
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Day 2  Kumbum, Kokonor Lake
Visit Kumbum Monastery (Ta’er Si), one of the largest and main Gelugpa institutions. Drive across Ri Yue Shan (Sun Moon Mountain) to Kokonor Lake, the largest salt water Lake. Drive to the western shore of Qinghai Lake (Bird Island), the island that attracts hundreds of thousands of migratory birds.
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Day 3  Xining
Watch the birds of heavenly Bird Island and in the afternoon return to Xining. In the evening board the Lhasa- bound train. Overnight in train.
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Day 4  Lhasa
Enjoy the train ride on the roof of the world. Appreciate the beautiful scenery of the Tibetan plateau. You will arrive at Lhasa-the capital city of Tibet. Transfer to hotel.
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Day 5-6  Lhasa
Explore the highlights of Lhasa that includes the major Tibetan monasteries, Potala Palace, Jorkhang Temple, Barkhor Area, Tibetan Medicine center etc.
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Day 7  Lhasa-Tsedang
Today we will drive to Tsedang, located by Yarlung Valley, is the capital of Shannan Prefecture. It's reputed as "the cradle of Tibetan Civilization", mainly for two reasons: First, the mild weather and fertile land in Shannan gestated the great Tibet dynasty. Second, it's the birthplace of the first Tibetans who were said to be the offspring of a monkey and a demoness. So Tsedang literally means "monkey's playground". Today will visit Yumbulakang and Trundruk monastery.
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Day 8  Tsedang-Samye monastery
Today's visit is to Samya Monastery which is the first one built in the 7th century and has three building with different style (Tibetan Hans and India) and will be stay one night in Samye monasatery.
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Day 9  Tsedang - Yamdrok Lake - Shigatse
   Up to Kambala pass which is 4794m high, you will have a glimpse of Yamdrok-tso there. It is one of the three holy lakes in Tibet. Then drive back to chushul, along Nepal friendship way to Shigatse, visit Tashilunpo Monastery and the spectacular tombs of Panchen Lamas in the afternoon.
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Day 10  Shigatse - Gyantse - Lhasa

After breakfast, drive to Gyantse, only 90km from Shigatse. You will visit the famous stupa - Gyantse Kumpum, the most stunning architectural wonder in Tibet. Afternoon drive back to Lhasa along the friendship way.

 
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Day11  Lhasa see off
Departure transfer to the airport or extend your stay in Tibet.
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Private Tour Prices ( Based on per person and shown in US dollars ) 

Group size
Season
2-4 Travelers 5-9 Travelers 10 Travelers &above Children price Single supplyment
 Mar.2008-May.2008 1871 1657 1371 -- 232
 Jun.2008-Oct.2008 1957 1742 1457 -- 258
 Nov.2008-Feb.2009 1585 1371 1085 -- 207
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