9 Day Nyenchen Thanglha – Namtso Trek

Nyenchen Thanglha – Namtso Trek provides visitors with amazing travel experiences. This tour begins in Lhasa with sightseeing visits to key must-see landmark buildings and sights such as the Potala Palace, the Jokhang Temple, Sera Monastery and Drepung Monastery. Following the exploration in Lhasa, which is designed primarily for a gradual adjustment to the altitude, we then travel overland to as far as Kyang-rag Monastery just off the main road to Namtso in Dhamshung valley, which is 180 km northeast of Lhasa.

As we set on foot on this fabulous journey, we transit through a series of gorges, hill slopes, alpine meadows, the giant turquoise lakes, and the northern vast high altitude plateau. Throughout the journey, we will be amazed to see the array of the pattern of ecology and geology of northern Tibet. Indeed, close encounters with local villagers with their ancient customs and traditions will make the tour even more unforgettable and will enliven the trail. No doubt the trekking component in the whole adventure is a major highlight depicting a fine balance between cultural and wilderness trekking activities.

The trekking journey from Lhasa – Nyenchen Thanglha – Namtso Trek can be done anytime from mid-April to mid-October. We can arrange this journey for groups of two to ten people. Discount available for groups of 3 or more. For a specific price, please contact us at losal@pvy.koc.mybluehost.me.

Travel Gear:

Upon joining, each participant will be sent a list of required and recommended gear for this journey that they will be responsible for.

Accommodation:

In Lhasa, you will be staying in a comfortable and pleasant boutique or highly-rated 3-star Tibetan-owned hotels. Accommodation on the trekking route will be in tents.

Eligibility:

Participants must be in good health and physically fit to be able to spend each day walking around towns, villages, and monasteries. Most of this tour will take place in mountainous terrain between 3600 meters and 5200 meters (11,800 feet to 17,000 feet) above sea level. The trek route is beautiful but is quite demanding as there are a couple of passes that are above 5000 meters. You will spend 3 nights in Lhasa for altitude acclimatization before going above 3600 meters. Trekking and ascent will be slow and gradual, and every care will be taken to make the journey safe and well attended to.

Tibet Travel Permit:

This is the primary document required in order to visit Tibet after the Passport and Chinese Visa. The permit can only be applied at the Tibet Tourism Bureau, Only a travel agency registered with the Bureau can apply it for. We can make your permit and we will need 25 days for the entire process of the permit.