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11-Day Discovery Tour of Yunnan and West Sichuan Tibetan Area

Tour Route: Kunming,Shangrila,Deqin,Markham,Batang,Litang,Daocheng,Yading,

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Tour Code: CHT-YN-2

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Overview & Highlights of this Trip

Itinerary Details

Trip at a Glance

Day 1: Kunming Arrival

Day 2: Kunming to Shangri La by China Eastern Airline MU5931 Dep 07:15 - Arr 08:15

Day 3: Deqin

Day 4: Markham

Day 5: Batang

Day 6: Litang

Day 7: Daocheng

Day 8: Yading

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Day 10:

Day 11: Shangri La to Kunming by China Eastern Airline MU5934 Dep 08:50 - Arr 09:50

Day 1: Kunming Arrival

Welcome to Kunming (6217 feet) the city on a plateau. Your local guide will meet in the arrival hall and will take you to the hotel in a private car. The rest of the day is free for you to acclimatize to the high altitude.
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    Day 2: Kunming to Shangri La by China Eastern Airline MU5931 Dep 07:15 - Arr 08:15

    After breakfast, you will fly to the picturesque Zhongdian County (10761 feet), which is also known as Shangri-la. After you arrive, you will visit Songzanlin Lamasery which is the biggest Tibetan Buddhist lamasery in Yunnan and the Khampa Tibetan area. It is well-known as little Potola Palace. A visit to a Tibetan family is also included which allows the opportunity to experience the daily life of local people. Then head over to Bi’Ta Lake, 25 km east of Zhongdian. It is called a pearl in the plateau by Tibetan people. The lake is crystal-clear all the year round.
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      Day 3: Deqin

      The first stop is Gedan Eastern Grove Monastery, where local Tibetans pray before they travel far. The drive to Deqin County (10,827 feet) is 7 hours. It is the last town before the Tibet border. Halfway to Deqin, you will visit the tranquil Tibetan village—Ben Zi Lan Town on the Jinsha River. Along the way you will see the splendid Jinsha River Gorge and stunning White Horse Snow Mountain (18,701 feet). The average altitude of the road is 13,780 feet.
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        Day 4: Markham

        The 4th day you will take 5 hours to visit another beautiful little town— Yanjing Town (9186 feet) in Mangkang County. It features the oldest and best preserved way to dry salt in China.
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          Day 5: Batang

          Yanjing Town is on the Lancang River and the morning provides time to see the amazing Lancang River Gorge. Then drive over Hongla Snow Mountain to Batang County (9186 feet) to visit the famous Kangning Lamasery which houses a big Shakya Muni Buddha Statue made of sander wood. This trip takes 8 hours but you arrive in Western Sichuan for the next part of your trip.
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            Day 6: Litang

            Today you will drive 8 hours from Batang to Litang(13,451 feet) however the scenery is quite different. The Mao Ya Bei Prairie is location of a yearly horse race when valiant Khampa men show off their expertise to the charming Khampa ladies. Later go to Litang Temple to see the oldest temple in Khampa Tibetan area. July 10 each year is the time when locals will gather at the temple for mass worship of the Mountain of God.
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              Day 7: Daocheng

              Move on to Daocheng County (12139 feet) to visit the Mount Haizi Scenic Area. This area is known as the ancient ice hat of Daocheng. Several temples dot the red grassland. Sangdui Town is full of Tibetan culture. Visit Benbo Temple in this little town. The temple is built on the hillside and looks like a white pigeon about to fly.
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                Day 8: Yading

                Continue your trip to Yading(14436 feet), a trip of about 2 hours. Gongga Snow Mountains are also called Mountains of God and consists of 3 snow coverend mountains. Their names are Xian Nairi Mountain, Yang Maiyong Mountain and Xia Nuo Duo Jie Mountain. Beautiful lakes near the mountains are a feature. You will stop at the most beautiful— Zhenzhu Lake (Pearl Lake). A visit to Chong Gu Temple at the foot of Xian Nairi Mountain is included. This the best place to take amazingly beautiful photos of the mountains, holy lakes, gorges and grasslands framed by the blue sky.
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                  Day 9:

                  The 9th day you will get you to Xiangcheng County (14436 feet). Along the way you will travel over the Red Grassland where the hues of grass change according to season. They will turn to dark red in lake autumn. As you travel you will see the ancient and unusual Sangdui Tibetan Dwelling Houses.

                    Day 10:

                    Today you will return to Zhongdian County which is a 10 hour drive by the car.

                      Day 11: Shangri La to Kunming by China Eastern Airline MU5934 Dep 08:50 - Arr 09:50

                      Fly back to Kunming City from Zhongdian County for your onward flight.

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                        34 Comment ON "11-Day Discovery Tour of Yunnan and West Sichuan Tibetan Area"

                        Jun 21, 2024 2:17
                        Asked by Ke** from Singapore

                        Cycling Tour to Mt Kailash

                        Hi , we are planning a Cycling Trip once Tibet opens for Tourism. The plan is we shall arrive to Kathmandu , travel to the border and enter via Kerung. Can you pls send a day to day Itinerary starting from Kerung - Lake Manasarovar - Darchen - Asthapath. We shall go around Kailash on foot and resume Cycling back to Kerung. We are a Group of 6-8 persons. Thanks Pls send ur reply to Kevin

                        Jun 21, 2024 2:17
                        Answered by Tibet Vista

                        Thanks for your inquiry. Our travel expert will send you a detailed itinerary according to your plan and help you arrange the best trip. Please check your email box.

                        Jun 21, 2024 12:30
                        Asked by Debo** from USA

                        Please can you tell me the prices and dates for the Tibet Luxury Tour.

                        Also, could you please provide a detailed itinerary - I want to see how many hours are spent on buses/vehicles. Thank you! Deborah

                        Jun 21, 2024 12:31
                        Answered by Tibet Vista

                        Thank you for your inquiry. Travel time by vehicle depends on your route. For tours outside Lhasa, it often involves several hours of driving, with opportunities for short stops in local villages. Our one-on-one travel consultant will contact you to learn more about your plans and provide detailed schedules based on your route.

                        Jun 20, 2024 6:59
                        Asked by S** from HongKong

                        Tibet Tour from HK

                        May I know if holding Mainland Travel Permit for HK Residents. is it also need to get the visa permit to Tibet and what is the procedure if need to apply? Thank you

                        Jun 20, 2024 7:00
                        Answered by Tibet Vista

                        Dear Shek, Thank you for reaching out and we are here to help. For Hong Kong residents that want to travel to Tibet, a Tibet Travel permit is not required, as long as you have the HKSAR passport, as well as the Home Return Permit (HRP). Officially known as the Mainland Travel Permit for Hong Kong and Macao Residents, the HRP can be issued to Chinese nationals that are permanent residents of Hong Kong in order to enter mainland China. Cheers!

                        Jun 20, 2024 2:30
                        Asked by Na** from USA

                        Is Kailash Mansarovar Trip open for Indian Passport Holder?

                        Is it open for Indian Passport Holder?

                        Jun 20, 2024 2:30
                        Answered by Tibet Vista

                        Dear Nayak, Thank you for reaching out! We're here to help. Well, for Indian passport holders who plan to visit Mt. Kailash, you have to book your Tibet tour with a licensed Nepali or Indian travel agency that is authorized by the Foreign Affairs Office of TAR or Pilgrim Center (also known as Tibet-India Pilgrim Reception Center) to get your Tibet Travel Permit and run your Tibet tour. If you are an Indian origin who lives outside of India and have another passport, let's say a US or Canadian passport, in this case, we can help you get the Tibet Travel Permit and other travel documents and arrange the Mt. Kailash tours for you.

                        Jun 16, 2024 9:40
                        Asked by A** from Singapore

                        Enquiry on private tour

                        We are planning a trip from Hong Kong to Tibet during the 12th to 21st of April. We want a private tour that covers all the scenic places as well as the EBC. Please advise an itinerary along with the cost breakdown. Thanks.

                        Jun 16, 2024 9:40
                        Answered by Tibet Vista

                        Dear Azmi, Thanks for your inquiry. A viable option is to fly from HK to Chengdu and later take Chengdu-Lhasa train to Lhasa. You may enjoy the Lhasa to EBC tour from Lhasa to Gyantse, Shigatse, and EBC, which is the most popular itineraries in Tibet. Our travel consultants will have a detailed discussion with you and give you an accurate quotation. Looking forward to seeing you in Lhasa. Best Wishes.

                        Jun 15, 2024 11:14
                        Asked by Na** from Canada

                        We would like to take the train from Xining to Lhasa

                        Hello We are a family of 3 (2 adults, 1 child) and would like to visit Tibet again in 2025. We would like to take the train from Xining to Lhasa, then stay in Lhasa and mostly just walk around Barkhor, but also visit 3 monasteries: Sera (by bus), Drak Yerpa (by pilgrimage bus) and Tschokhang. We would like to stay in Lhasa for 10 days total, then leave by plane. Can you arrange a permit for this trip for us (3 Canadians)? Best regards, Brigitte Mueller

                        Jun 15, 2024 11:14
                        Answered by Tibet Vista

                        Dear Nancy, We appreciate your message and are here to help. Of course, it is our great privilege to arrange a private Lhasa family tour for your family and help you secure the Tibet Travel Permit and Xining-Lhasa train ticket to Lhasa. Our friendly travel consultants will discuss with you for more details and help you plan an uplifting Tibet tour. Cheers!
                        Jun 15, 2024 11:12
                        Asked by Gr** from Canada

                        The "Tibet Entry Permit" should be apply

                        I heard from my friend that says there is difference between the above mentioned are: "Individual Tibet Entry Permit" - Individual Entering Tibet is granted. "Group Tibet Entry Permit" - Anyone from the group is Absent, the whole group is deny entry. May I know which one is the correct facts?

                        Jun 15, 2024 11:12
                        Answered by Tibet Vista

                        Tibet Travel Permit, the required travel document for entering Tibet Autonomous Region, has no distinction between individual and group. . What your friends might have mentioned is the Group Visa, specifically required for entry into Tibet from Nepal. You'll have to apply for the Group Visa at the Chinese Embassy in Kathmandu, and you'll need at least four people in your group. You'll all have to enter and leave Tibet together. But if you're entering Tibet from mainland China, you don't need this group thing. Our travel consultant will contact you with more details and help you arrange your trip to Tibet.
                        Jun 15, 2024 11:10
                        Asked by Tam** from Singapore

                        Sightseeing Potala Palace

                        I would like to travel to Tibet in September 2024 from Kathmandu. Sightseeing Potala Palace, Jokhang temple and many more.

                        Jun 15, 2024 11:10
                        Answered by Tibet Vista

                        Dear Tamang, We appreciate your message and are here to help. September is a perfect time to travel from Kathmandu to Tibet. You can sign up for our 8-day Kathmandu to Lhasa overland small group tour via Gyirong, EBC and Shigatse. This tour has fixed departures on Sept 6/13/20/27 and you can travel with other global travelers to share the tour cost. Another great option is to fly from Kathmandu to Lhasa and book the 8-day Lhasa to Everest Base Camp Small Group Tour to admire the majestic Himalayan range and travel across Lhasa and Shigatse, two of the biggest cities in Tibet. For both ways, our travel agents will help you get your Tibet Travel Permit and other travel documents needed and arrange the accommodations, local expert guide, etc. based on your travel preferences and interests. Cheers!
                        Jun 15, 2024 11:06
                        Asked by Ka** from Singapore

                        plan to travel to Mount Kailash

                        Hi I am Indian residing in Singapore and plan to travel to Mount Kailash in first week of September. I am all by myself and would like to join any travel group. How do i apply for tibet visa? How do i apply for Chinese visa? Could you help me with Travel Itinerary? Regards.

                        Jun 15, 2024 11:06
                        Answered by Tibet Vista

                        Dear Kadam, We appreciate your message and are here to help. If you are an Indian national with a Singapore passport, you can sign up for our 15-day Kailash and Manasarova Small Group Tour that departs on Sept, 1st. Firstly, you need to go to the Chinese Embassy in Singapore and fill out the application form to apply for the Chinese Visa yourself. After you get your Chinese Visa, you are expected to email the photos of your Singapore passport information page and Chinese Visa page to us to apply for Tibet Travel Permit on your behalf. Remember to do this at least 20 days before your departure to Tibet. We will manage to deliver the Tibet Travel Permit to your hotel in the Chinese arrival city. So, you can show the Tibet Permit and board the flight or train to Lhasa. Our expert travel agents will offer you more details and help you plan a seamless Lhasa to Mt. Kailash tour. Cheers!
                        Jun 15, 2024 11:04
                        Asked by Nyen** from India

                        Lhasa potala place visit and monastery visit

                        Lhasa potala place visit and monastery visit, we are three people and 2 adults and 1 infant 2 Indian Passport and 1 Nepal passport. we have applied for a China visa also.

                        Jun 15, 2024 11:04
                        Answered by Tibet Vista

                        Dear Nyendak, Thank you for reaching out! Well, if you have applied a China Visa, a great option is to email the image of your Chinese visa page to us and we can help you apply for Tibet Travel Permit on your behalf. So, you can fly from Kathmandu to Lhasa for Tibet visit. A recommended tour for you is 5 Days Lhasa and Yamdrok Lake Small Group Tour where you can visit the landmarks of Tibetan monasteries in Lhasa and explore the holy turquoise Yamdrok Lake on a short excursion. Another important thing to consider is that due to the high elevation and thin air in Tibet, do consult a doctor to decide if it is safe to bring the infant to Tibet for travel with you. Our expert travel consultants will discuss more with you and help you plan a perfect Tibet journey. Cheers!

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