Mongolia-Tibet China-Tibet Nepal-Tibet

MONGOLIA: Mongolia is situated in the centre of the continent of Asia Central and covers an area of 603, 899 sq. miles (1.566.510km² about three times the size of France), making it the 18th largest country in the World. Mongolia lies between 87°44'E and 119°56'E Longitude and between 41° 35'-44'N and 52°09'N Latitude in the North of Central Asia. Latitude: 47° 55' North Longitude: 106° 53' East . The average altitude is 1580m (5180ft) above sea level.

Mongolia's geography is very diverse, including high mountains. Mongolia's geography is including boundless steppes, vast valleys, rivers (4000, rich in fish), lakes (16 large lakes) and the Gobi desert. The southern third of Mongolia is dominated by the Gobi Desert. Most of the rest of Mongolia is grassland, home to Mongolia's famed takhi horses, which Genghis Khan used so successfully in his wars of conquest. When Kublai Khan founded the Yuan Dynasty in 1271, Tibet became a part of the Yuan Dynasty.



TIBET: is located on the Tibetan Plateau, the world's highest region. Tibet is an autonomous region of China.

Most of the Himalaya mountain range, one of the youngest mountain ranges in the world at only 4 million years old, lies within Tibet. Its most famous peak, Mount Everest, is on Nepal's border with Tibet. The average altitude is about 3,000 m in the south and 4,500 feet in the north. The atmosphere is severely dry nine months of the year, and average snowfall is only 18 inches, due to the rain shadow effect whereby mountain ranges prevent moisture from the ocean from reaching the plateaus. Western passes receive small amounts of fresh snow each year but remain traversable year round. Low temperatures are prevalent throughout these western regions, where bleak desolation is unrelieved by any vegetation beyond the size of low bushes, and where wind sweeps unchecked across vast expanses of arid plain. The Indian monsoon exerts some influence on eastern Tibet. Northern Tibet is subject to high temperatures in summer and intense cold in winter.


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FROM THE LAND OF GENGHIS KHAN TO TIBET-THE ROOF OF THE WORLD

Trip summary:
Tour Code: SMT-MONGOLIA-TIBET-15D
Meeting Point: Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
Departure Point: Lhasa, Tibet
Group size:Minimum 2 adults or more participants-This tour operates on a minimum of 02 and a maximum more that 16 participants.
Length: 15 days/14 nights
Difficulty level: Easy to moderate

Price based on double occupancy in JUNE
2-3 persons $ 4,345.00 or 3,621.00 Euros
4-5 persons $ 3,955.00 or 3,296.00 Euros
6-9 persons $ 3,667.00 or 3,055.00 Euros
10 persons or more participants $ 3,346.00 or 2,788.00 Euros
Supplement base on single occupancy $ 1051.00 or 876.00 Euros

Price based on double occupancy in JULY-OCTOBER
2-3 persons $ 4,704.00 or 3,920.00 Euros
4-5 persons $ 4,255.00 or 3,546.00 Euros
6-9 persons $ 3,981.00 or 3,318.00 Euros
10 persons or more participants $ 3,708.00 or 3,090.00 Euros
Supplement base on single occupancy $ 1,273.00 or 1,061.00 Euros

Regular Tour Calendar: Daily departure, from June, and July-October

HOTEL IN LHASA: BRAHMAPUTRA GRAND HOTEL, 5
Yangcheng Plaza, Gongbutang Road, Lhasa, Tibet, 850000

Tour Highlights:
In just 15 day-tour, visit the Land of the Legendary Conqueror Genghis Khan, founder of one of the largest land empires in history. Visit to the soul-stirring Great Wall, winding dragon-like across northern China, the Sacred Way, and the Ming Tombs in Beijing. In Tibet, visit the Sacred Land of Buddhist: Lhasa, Tsetang, Yamdrok, Gyantse, Shigatse and drive back to Lhasa.


Day 1









Arrival in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia (D)
Upon arrival in Ulaan Baatar, you will be met at the airport and are transferred to the hotel. Afterward, visit the Main Square, the "Genghis" Khan's main monument, the National History Museum, where you will see artefacts from Mongolia from the Stone Age to the present, and displays of the development of Mongolian arts and culture and the Zanabazar Fine Arts Museum, known as one of the best collections of Buddhist art and artifacts in the world. Attend the Evening Mongolian traditional folk songs and dance concert. Have welcome dinner at local restaurant "El Latino" featuring Mongolian and Western specialties. Overnight at Bayangol Hotel, 4 or similar.

Day 2























Ulaanbaatar-Terelj National Park-Chinggis Tourist Traditional Camp (B+L+D)
Breakfast. In the morning, visit Gandan Lamasery, the largest Monastery in Mongolia (80 foot tall statue of Buddha, practicing Tibetan Buddhist Lamas), the buddhist ceremony at 10:00am and experience the Tibetan-Buddhist tradition. Afterward, drive to "Terelj" National Park ( 70kms/35miles) for a walking tour to Turtle Rock and hiking to the "Arryabal" Buddhist monastery on the top of the mountain. It is famous for its amazing rock formations, pristine alpine scenery and varied bird life. The Terelj National Park incorporates parts of Khenty Mountain Range. The forest consists of Aspen, Larch and Birch trees which support wolf, eagles. birds, and others animals. Lunch. Afterward, drive to the "Sacred Tuul river Nomad's Valley" (50kms/27miles)-this is a beautiful valley of streams. There are national gers in beautiful natural locations, so it's easy to meet with locals and see their daily lives, interact with them, explore, take water adventures, go trekking, swimming in the Tuul river. The beautiful valley in summer is often dotted with traditional Mongolian gers and offers picturesque sceneries. In route, we stop to observe and to take some amazing photos to the 40 meter (~133,3 feet) Statue of "Genghis or Chinggis" Khan on a big horse on Tsonjin Boldog Hill is located just ~3kms (~1,5miles) to "Chinggis" Tourist Traditional Ger Camp. Welcome dinner with traditional mongolian meal (khorkhog), which is mutton cooked with hot rock and with vegetables, water, potatoes, and onion. Enjoy a performance featuring traditional Mongolian dancers and hoomi (throat) singers in "Chinggis" Tourist Base Ger Camp. Overnight in "Chinggis" Tourist Base Ger Camp. Have your first ger camp experience. "Chinggis" Tourist Traditional Ger Base Camp is Highly recommended by "Lonely Planet Mongolia" by the author Michael Kohn.

Day 3















Chinggis Tourist Traditional Camp-Karakorum (B+L+D)
Breakfast. Next drive to Karakhorum (435kms/218 miles in-road and off-road), the Genghis (Chinggis) Khan's 13th century capital and heart of the mighty Mongolian Empire. It was the capital of the Mongol Empire until Kublai Khan moved it to Beijing. Visitors, such as Marco Polo, described its ornate building, including a 2500 sq. meters Palace of Worldly Peace. After the collapse of the Mongol Empire it was abandoned and vandalized by Manchurian invading hordes. Most of the remains were used to re-build the first Buddhist Monastery in Mongolia-Erdene Zuu, built-in 1586. 400 meter long with 108 Stupas still surrounds Erdene Zuu Monastery which was built in 1586. It was restored in 1760. In 1792 the Monastery still had 62 temples and 10,000 lamas. But in 1930 it became a victim of the Stalin's purges. All but three of the Temples were destroyed and most of the monks were either killed or sent to Siberia. Today the restoration of the Monastery is the government's top priority. Erdene Zuu retains much of its ancient glory and is well worth visiting. Boxed lunch on the way. Arrive and transfer to the tourist base ger camp. Free time. Overnight in tourist base ger camp.

Day 4











Erdene zuu monastery-Khogno Khan-Uvgun Temple-Bayangobi desert (B+L+D)
Breakfast. In the morning, visit "Erdene Zuu" monastery, the Tortoise rock and the Boovon khad -Men's secret statue (it is stone men's penis and made by monks of temples in 18 century for reason of shame on young monks who are not follow rule). Afterward drive to Khogno Khaan mountain and visit Uvgun monastery. This mountain is at an elevation of 1967m and is perfect for short walks around the surrounding area and there are some remains of an ancient monastery. Continuing further drive to Bayangobi desert. Visit the area. Climb up the towering piles of sand. Optional you can ride camels or horses with local nomads. You may be invited to share a cup of airag or koumiss (fermented mare's milk) with these friendly and hospitable people. Overnight in tourist base ger camp.

Day 5













Bayangobi desert-Hustain Nuruu National Reserve-Ulaanbaatar (B+L+D)
Breakfast. Drive back to Ulaanbaatar (270km) via Hustain Nuruu National Reserve to observe the Przewalski wild horses (Takhi horses), recently re-introduced back into Mongolia. The Przewalski horse (Equus przewalskii Poliakov) or Takhi as the Mongolians name them are rather small, sturdy animals with a short, strong neck. The earliest written reports of Przewalski horses or Takhi date from the ninth century and in 1226 , a herd of Przewalski horses is said to have caused "Genghis" Khan to fall of his horse. The Hustain Nuruu Reserve (Hustai is Mongolian for birch and nuruu means mountains) measures about 57,000 hectares, or including the bufferzone 120.000 ha. Visit the park museum to learn about the history of the last pure wild horses in the world and the history of the area. Arrive in Ulaanbaatar and to transferred. Shop for souvenirs, original pure cashmere gifts and garments. Farewell dinner. Overnight at Hotel Bayangol, 4 or similar.

Day 6




Ulaanbaatar-Beijing (B)
Breakfast. Transfer to the airport . Flight from Ulaanbaatar to Beijing. Today we arrive in Beijing, China's Capital. Meet with and transfer to hotel. Free at own leisure the balance of day. Overnight at Prime Hotel, 5 or similar.

Day 7






Beijing (B+L)
Full day guided tour in Beijing. Visit to the soul-stirring Great Wall, winding dragon-like across northern China. Visit the Sacred Way, guarded by sculpted stone animal both real and fabulous, which are a photographer's delight, to the Ming Tombs. Lunch in local restaurant. Overnight at Prime Hotel, 5 or similar.

Day 8








Beijing-Lhasa (3,650m)
Breakfast. Check out and transfer to airport for flight to Lhasa (CA4112 09:15/15:05). Arrival at Lhasa, capital of Tibet. Upon arrival at Gonggar airport you will be received and driven along the banks of the Yarlung river to Lhasa. Check - in at deluxe Brahmaputra Grand Hotel 5 or the same category. Spend the rest of the day getting used to the altitude.


Days 9-10












Lhasa (B+L)
These two days will be spent discovering Lhasa - its magnificent palace residences, Monasteries & quaint bazaars. You will see the famous Potala Palace, which was constructed in 637 by Songtsen Gampo, the first king of the united Tibet and later served as the winter residence of the Dalai Lamas, Norbulinka Palace-which means the garden of treasures in Tibetan language. Located in the west suburbs of Lhasa, this palace complex was built in the 18th century and served as the summer residence of the Dalai Lamas, Sera Monastery as well as the Jokhang monastery-the center of the Tibetan Buddhism and the sacred land of Buddhist followers where innumerable pilgrims come for worship everyday. The temple, built in 647, is the earliest wood-and-masonry structure still existing in Tibet. Walk through the narrow lanes of Barkhor, the old market place of Lhasa, which has remained unchanged for centuries. Overnight at Brahmaputra Grand Hotel, 5 or the same category.


Day 11





Lhasa-Tsetang (B+L)
Breakfast. Check out in the morning and drive to Tsedang. En route, visit Samye Monastery, was build in 779, located east of Lhasa. In the afternoon, visit the Yumbulakhang Palace, the first Tibetan Palace. Lunch en route. Overnight at Yulong Holiday Hotel, 3 or similar.

Day 12








Tsedang-Yamdrok-Gyantse (B+L)
Breakfast. Today, drive to Gyantse, with the Glacier scene still exciting you . There stands the 35m-high famous Kunbum, packed with exquisite Tibetan sculpture and paintings, a stunning architectural wonder in Tibet. Pass by the Yamdrok-Tso Lake, the third-biggest holy lake in Tibet and a wonderful place for taking photos. Cross over Kangpa-La Pass (4790m) on the way and in the late afternoon arrive in Gyantse, which lies on the bank of the Nyang-river. Lunch in route. In the afternoon, visit the Perkhor Chode monastery, for its splendid Tibetan Buddhist art, both of them being built in the15th century by 16th Dalai lama. Optional visit the Kumbum Pagoda (100-Thousand-Buddha Pagoda). Overnight at Gyantse Hotel, 3 or the same category.

Day 13









Gyantse - Shigatse (B+L)
Leave in the morning for Shigatse after breakfast. Miles away from Shigaste, you can already see the gold tops of Tashilunpo monastery-the Panchan Lama's residence, shinning under the sun. While Tashilhunpo's magnificent outside leaves you gasp in admiration, the inside of this monastery introduces you more religious tranquility and sincerity. Just close to Tashilhunpo is the Old Town of Shigatse, a great place to wander around: Nicely decorated Tibetan houses and interesting market and bazaar give you a vivid picture of local people's life. Lunch is included. Overnight at Manasarovar Hotel, 3 or similar.

Day 14





Shigatse - Lhasa (B+L)
Breakfast at hotel. After days of visit to various monasteries, this day is an easy journey, driving along the Yarlung Zsangpo River back to Lhasa. Lunch in route. If your spirit is still high, you can look around in Lhasa again. Overnight at Brahmaputra Grand Hotel, 5 or similar.

Day 15



Departure Lhasa, Tibet (B)
Breakfast. Transfer to the airport for departure Lhasa, Tibet to your new destination (*not included the departure flight-on request!). End of the Mongolia-Tibet tour.

Price inclusions:
-International airfare: Ulaanbaatar-Beijing (one way, economic class);
-Airfare and the airport tax: Beijing - Lhasa (one way, economic class);
-Overnights at specified hotels (double/twin sharing basis, single room as request);
-Overnights at sepcified tourist gers base camps inside Mongolia, based on double occupancy.
-All land transfers in Mongolia, in Beijing and in Tibet as stated (by tour van or coach as per group size);
-Meals as stated in the programme: B=breakfast, L=lunch; D-dinner
-English local guide in Mongolia, Tibetan English speaking guide in Tibet and English local guide in Beijing;
-Sightseeing tickets, admission fees for tours, overland trips and excursions as stated;
-All necessary permits for Tibet travel.

Price does not include:

1. All Visas fees.
2. International flight to Ulaanbaatar (ULN) and exit flight leaving Lhasa (LXA).
3. Tips and gratitudes to guide, driver, porter and hotel personnel.
4. Drinks and Personal expenses.
5. Airport tax.
6. Emergency evacuation charge.
7. International travel insurance.
8. Extra photo charge imposed at Gompa/monuments if applicable.
9. Trip cancellation, accident, weather conditions, travel insurance.
10. Any kind of service and all other arrangements/items not stated in the itinerary.


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