Breathtaking 15-Day Himalayan Adventure
Behold the breathtaking scale and beauty of the Himalayas on this unforgettable 15-day journey through Nepal and Tibet. See the sun rise over the mountains, explore ancient monasteries, temples and more all in the midst of spectacular scenery, before winding down in five-star style at the luxurious Gorkana Forest Resort in Kathmandu. Includes nightly accommodation, internal flights, daily breakfasts, a yoga class and much more for just $4,299 per person (twin share), valued up to $6,517.
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The Offer
Embark on an unforgettable journey from Nepal to Tibet, soaking up the spectacular scenery of the majestic Himalayas, taking in local culture and uncovering centuries of history along the way. Includes nightly accommodation (including two five-star hotel stays), internal flights, daily breakfasts, an authentic yoga class and much more for just $4,299 per person (twin share), valued up to $6,517.
Get to know your fellow travellers with orientation and a delicious welcome dinner on arrival, accompanied by traditional cultural entertainment.
Practice yoga in the country of its origin – thousands of years ago – with a rejuvenating morning class, before taking in the major historical, cultural and religious sites of the incredible city of Kathmandu on a guided sightseeing tour. Finish your first day by watching the sunset from the nearby village of Nagarkot, which is renowned for its magnificent views of the Himalayas.
Wake to the incredible sight of the sun rising over the mountains before travelling to the ancient city of Bhaktapur with its many temples.
Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Pokhara, the vibrant Nepalese city with a backdrop of breathtaking mountain scenery. See the beautiful Devi’s Falls waterfall, the Gupteshwor Cave, the white World Peace Pagoda perched high on a hilltop with spectacular surrounding views and the Phewa Lake, where you can enjoy panoramic views of the scenery during a complimentary boat ride.
Welcome a new day as dawn creeps in over the peaks of different Himalayan ranges from the village of Sarangkot, before enjoying an afternoon at your leisure in Pokhara.
Take an internal flight from Kathmandu to Tibet, where you’ll be transferred to Tsedang to rest and acclimatise in preparation for your Tibetan adventure.
Embark on a sightseeing tour of Tsedang, where you’ll take in the incredible hilltop Yambulakhang Palace, the Tandruk Monastery and the ancient Samye Monastery, which is believed to be one of the first Buddhist monasteries in Tibet.
Enjoy a scenic drive to the town of Gyantse, stopping at the beautiful and sacred Yamadroke Lake en route. See the sights of Gyantse – including the Pholkor Monastery, the Kumbum Monastery dating back to the 16th century and the Gyantse Dzong fortress that overlooks the town – before embarking on a scenic drive to the city of Xigatse, taking in typical Tibetan countryside along the way.
Visit Xigatse’s incredible Tashi Lhunpo monastery with its cobbled lanes and huge gold Buddha statue before travelling to the city of Lhasa.
Embark on a two-day sightseeing tour of Lhasa, where you’ll see the magnificent 7th-century Potala Palace – the one-time winter palace of the Dalai Lama – and the Jokhang Temple Monastery, the bustling Barkhor Bazaar, and the Drepung and Sera university monasteries.
End your trip with a relaxing stay at the luxurious, five-star Gorkana Forest Resort back in Kathmandu, where you’ll enjoy a delicious buffet dinner to finish your tour in style.
Nightly accommodation in Nepal and Tibet, including a luxury wind down at the five-star Gorkana Forest Resort in Kathmandu.
Daily breakfasts, a welcome dinner on arrival with accompanying cultural entertainment and a delicious buffet dinner at the Gorkana Forest Resort.
Convenient return airport transfers.
Guided sightseeing in private vehicles with entrance fees included as per the itinerary.
Activities including a yoga class and boating on the beautiful Phewa Lake.
Meals, accommodation, insurance and expenses as required for your guide.
Government taxes and other official expenses, your Tibetan travel permit and your Tibetan visa fee.
A single traveller option is available for a surcharge – see the 'Fine Print' tab for further details.
Click on the 'Fine Print' tab above to read all the terms and conditions relating to this offer.
The Fine Print
Tour Dates - valid for tours departing Kathmandu on:
7 April 2017
7 May 2017
7 June 2017
7 July 2017
7 August 2017
7 September 2017
7 October 2017
7 November 2017
7 December 2017
7 January 2018
7 February 2018
7 March 2018
7 April 2018
7 May 2018
7 June 2018
7 July 2018
7 August 2018
7 September 2018
Important: Please allow time for travelling from Australia. International flights are not included in your package and must be purchased separately. It is your responsibility to make your own travel arrangements and ensure that you arrive in Kathmandu on your chosen tour date.
The package is valid for ONE PERSON aged 12 or older (based on twin share). If you are travelling with another person you must purchase TWO PACKAGES, otherwise an additional single traveller surcharge will apply. Single travellers will get their own room throughout the tour.
Single Traveller Sucharge: Guests travelling alone must pay a single traveller surcharge of AU$450 (approx. NZ$494) per person and will get their own room throughout the tour, payable directly to the tour company.
The maximum capacity on this tour is 16 people.
These packages are for luxury accommodation only. Flights are not included and need to be purchased separately.
Instant Booking: To confirm your dates of stay at purchase, select 'Instant Booking' and select your preferred package. Use the calendar to browse and select available dates. Blackout dates – dates that are not available for stay – cannot be selected. Dates with a surcharge are identified.
Can I change my check in date post purchase: Once you have purchased your package and received confirmation your dates cannot be changed without contacting the hotel directly. This decision is strictly at the discretion of the hotel and subject to availability, so please ensure you have selected your intended travel dates.
Strictly subject to availability and please book early to lock in your preferred dates. After the booking guarantee period, bookings for specific dates during the validity period will be accepted on a first in, best-dressed basis.
Maximum Room Capacity: The maximum room capacity is two adults.
Please note connecting rooms are not available.
Rooms are based on twin share, bedding configuration is one double bed or twin single beds upon request.
Tour includes accommodation in the following hotels:
Night 1: Hotel Holy Himalaya
Night 2: Hotel Himalayan Villa
Night 3: Hotel Holy Himalaya
Night 4 – 6: Hotel Pokhara Grande or Mount Kailash Resort
Night 7: Hotel Holy Himalaya
Nights 8 – 9: Tsedang Hotel
Night 10: Mansarover Hotel
Nights 11 – 13: Lhasa Hotel
Night 14: Gorkana Forest Resort
Allocated hotels are subject to availability and may be replaced with a similar hotel.
Please note: package does not include international flights, lunches and dinners (except for the welcome dinner and dinner at the Gorkana Forest Resort, as noted in the itinerary), personal equipment and clothing, city sightseeing entry fees in Kathmandu, personal expenses such as drinks, tips and gratuities or insurance.
Booking confirmation must be presented at check-in.
All surcharges are payable directly to the tour company.
Dining inclusions do not include beverages (unless otherwise stated) and menu options are subject to change.
Travel insurance is strongly recommended. We suggest purchasing travel insurance as soon as possible after purchasing this accommodation package.
Tipping is not mandatory but is recommended at your own discretion.
Please note there is no disability access during this tour.
Government taxes and other official expenses, Tibetan travel permit and visa fee is included in the package.
Strictly no refunds for this accommodation package for amendments and change of date – fees are at the tour company’s discretion and tour company’s cancellation and change of change policy applies.
Not valid in conjunction with any other offer or on existing reservations.
Any unused portion of the package is non-refundable and cannot be exchanged for other services or cash.
Additional expenses such as (but not limited to) flights are not included with this accommodation package.
The package cannot be split.
Offer only available for consecutive nightly stays.
Your passport must be valid at least 6 months beyond your intended stay overseas.
A visa may be required to the countries you are visiting and transiting. It is your responsibility to ensure you are holding a current visa.
The value and comparative savings have been determined based on the tour company’s published rack rates and the value of inclusions. Please be advised that rack rates may not be reflective of actual rates being charged, dependent on the timing and manner of your booking and therefore are only indicative of the level of saving.
All activities and services (including late checkout) are subject to availability.
Please note that full terms and conditions apply – refer LuxuryEscapes.com/terms
The Company
NEPAL
DAY 1
Upon arrival at Kathmandu airport, you’ll be transferred to Hotel Holy Himalaya. The orientation programme will begin at 5pm, followed by a welcome dinner with accompanying cultural entertainment.
Overnight: Hotel Holy Himalaya
Meals included: dinner
DAY 2
Begin your day with a rejuvenating morning yoga class followed by breakfast. Enjoy a sightseeing tour of major cultural, historical and religious landmarks in Kathmandu before transferring to Nagarkot by private vehicle in time to admire the sun set over the Himalayas.
Overnight: Hotel Himalayan Villa
Meals included: breakfast
DAY 3
Watch the sun rise over the majestic Himalayan mountains before driving back to Kathmandu via the old city of Bhaktapur. Enjoy the afternoon at your leisure.
Overnight: Hotel Holy Himalaya
Meals included: breakfast
DAY 4
After breakfast, you’ll be transferred to Pokhara in a private vehicle. In the evening, enjoy boating on the beautiful Phewa Lake.
Overnight: Pokhara Grande or Mount Kailash Resort
Meals included: breakfast
DAY 5
After breakfast, enjoy sightseeing around Pokhara, taking in sites such as Devi’s Falls, the Gupteshwor Cave, the World Peace Pagoda, Phewa Lake and more.
Overnight: Pokhara Grande or Mount Kailash Resort
Meals included: breakfast
DAY 6
Embark on a short 30-minute transfer to Sarangkot to see the sunrise over the majestic Himalayan ranges. Return to Pokhara for an afternoon at your leisure.
Overnight: Pokhara Grande or Mount Kailash Resort
Meals included: breakfast
DAY 7
Transfer back to Kathmandu in a private vehicle. Enjoy shopping for the next stage of your journey at Thamel.
Overnight: Hotel Holy Himalaya
Meals included: breakfast
TIBET
DAY 8
Today you’ll be transferred to the airport for your internal flight to Tibet. Upon landing you’ll be transferred to Tsedang (approx. one hour) to rest and acclimatize.
Overnight: Tsedang Hotel
Meals included: breakfast
DAY 9
Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Tsedang, taking in the Yambulakhang Palace, Tandruk Monastery and Samye Monastery.
Overnight: Tsedang Hotel
Meals included: Breakfast
DAY 10
Transfer to Gyantse via Yamadroke Lake. Enjoy sightseeing in Gyantse and see the Pholkor and Kumbum Monastery and the Gyantse Dzong. In the afternoon, enjoy a scenic drive to Xigatse (approx.1.5 hours) through typical Tibetan countryside.
Overnight: Manasarover Hotel
Meals included: Breakfast
DAY 11
Visit the incredible Tashi Lhumpo Monastery before transferring to Lhasa.
Overnight: Lhasa Hotel
Meals included: breakfast
DAY 12
Today you’ll begin a full two-day sightseeing tour of Lhasa, including the Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, Barkhor Bazaar, Drepung Monastery and Sera Monastery.
Overnight: Lhasa Hotel
Meals included: breakfast
DAY 13
Continue your sightseeing tour of Lhasa.
Overnight: Lhasa Hotel
Meals included: breakfast
DAY 14
Today you’ll be transferred to the airport to catch your internal flight back to Kathmandu before enjoying dinner at the Gorkana Forest Resort.
Overnight: Gorkana Forest Resort
Meals included: breakfast and dinner
DAY 15
After breakfast, you’ll be transferred to Kathmandu Airport ready for your departing flight.
Meals included: breakfast
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