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| June 12, 2009, Fri:
Depart U.S. |
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| June 13,
Sat: In Flight. |
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| June 14, Sun: Arrive
in Kathmandu. Visit to Swayambhunath stupa. Hotel Shangri-La.
(D) |
| Fly to Kathmandu.
Upon arrival, you will transferred to the hotel. Visit
Swayambhunath, one of the world's greatest Buddhist Stupas.
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| June 15, Mon: In Kathmandu.
Hotel Shangri-La. (B/L/D) |
| Visit
Pashupatinath, Boudhanath & Pharping. PM:
Briefing.
Pashupatinath: Situated 5 Kilometers
east of Kathmandu city, Pashupatinath temple is one
of the holiest Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva.
Boudhanath: One of the holiest in
Buddhist power places in Nepal, and one of the biggest
stupas in the entire world.
Pharping: Pharping village offers
many arts object. It is believed that Padmasambava,
the founder of Lamaistic School of Buddhism in Tibet.
There is Guru Rinpoche's cave where on can see Guru
Rinpoche's residence and reminder such as hand print,
foot print. |
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| June 16, Tue: Fly to
Lhasa and drive to Tsedang Hotel KyiChu, Tsedang. (B/-/D) |
| This 1 ½
hrs (approx.) flight is spectacular (weather permitting)
with views of the mountains including Mt. Everest. From
the airport it takes approx. 2 hours drive to reach Tsedang,
a small country town. |
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| June 17, Wed: In Tsedang.
Hotel KyiChu, Tsedang. (B/L/D) |
| Sightseeing of Yambulakhang,
Traddruk Monastery and ancient Tombs of Tibetan Emperors. |
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| June 18, Thu: Samye
- Lhasa. Hotel KyiChu. (B/L/D) |
| We proceed
to Lhasa (approx. 5 hrs. Lhasa is ranked as one of the
most enigmatic cities in the world. |
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| June 19, Fri: In Lhasa.
Hotel KyiChu. (B/L/D) |
| Visit Jokhang, Barkhor,
Ani Sankhu Nunnery.
Jokhang Temple: The oldest and the
most revered religious structure in Tibet, it dates
back to 639 to 647.Pilgrims from all over Tibet come
here to worship.
Barkhor Market: The word Barkhor refers
to the middle of the three concentric holy circuits
around the Jokhang. This is both the spiritual heart
of the holy city and the main commercial district, being
the center of Tibetan capital's trade for centuries.
Ani Sankhu Nunnery: Ani means nun
in Tibetan. Built around a meditation cave used by Tibetan
mystics over the centuries, in the mid- 15th century
it became a practice hermitage for six female disciples
of Lama Tsongkhapa. They transformed it into a nunnery,
and it has remained as such until the present day. |
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| June 20, Sat: In Lhasa.
Hotel KyiChu. (B/L/D) |
| Visit Potala Palace
& Drepung Monastery.
Potala Palace: Potala Palace has been
the focus of pilgrims to Lhasa for centuries. It is
the cardinal landmark and a structure of massive proportion.
This symbol of Tibet is an architectural gem.
Drepung Monastery: Drepung, one of
the world’s largest monasteries was built in 1416
by Jamyang Choje. Drepung literally means “Rice
Mountain”. |
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| June 21, Sun: Drive
to Drikung. Guest house or Nomad Camp. (B/L/D) |
After breakfast
we drive to Drikung. It takes approx. 3hrs to reach
Drikung. |
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| June 22, Mon: Drikung.
Guest house or Nomad Camp. (B/L/D) |
| Full day activity
in Drikung. |
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| June 23, Tue: Drive
to Lhasa. PM: Nambar Village. Hotel Kyichu. (B/L/D) |
| Today we
will drive back to Lhasa. In the afternoon, we will visit
Nambar Village where we are actively involved in community
development. |
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| June 24, Wed: Drive
to Shigatse via Gyantse. Hotel Manasarovar. (B/L/D) |
| After breakfast,
we’ll drive to Shigatse. On the way, we will explore
Gyantse. Shigatse has one of the most impressive monastery
complexes left in Tibet. Home to the Panchen Lama, Shigatse
was spared during the devastation of the Cultural Revolution. |
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| June 25, Thu: Visit
Tashilunpo & then drive to Tingri. Hotel Snow Leopard.
(B/L/D) |
| Tashilunpo Monastery:
It is the seat of the Panchen Lamas. This is the monastery
founded by Gedun Drup who was later recognized as the
first Dalai Lama. After visiting Tashilunpo, we will drive
to Tingri which will take approx. 8hrs. |
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| June 26, Fri: Drive
to Kathmandu. Hotel Shangri-La. (B/L/D) |
| It is an approx. 8hrs
drive to Kathmandu. Rest of the day is free for relaxation. |
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| June 27, Sat: Depart
Kathmandu. (B) |
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| June 28, Sun: Arrive
in USA. |
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Land
only price: $4745
Pay by check or cash: $4600
Register by 31 Dec, 2008: $100 Discount
Single room supplement: $599
Call with questions: Lynne Wiggins 704.662.0946
Ahlara@aol.com |
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