Nam Tso is situated 190 km North of the Lhasa, it is one of the most famous lakes in Tibet. as well as being a very important pilgrimage sight. In the Tibetan “Nam” means Sky and “Tso” means Lake. The lake plays sanctuary to many species of migrating birds and other local birds. This is second largest saltwater lake in China and Chinese controlled territories it is the largest in Tibet, it is approximately 70km long and 30km wide. The Lake is easily accessible from Lhasa. While driving to Nam Tso from Lhasa,we cross over the high pass of Yangpachen (5630 m.). It takes at least 21 days to circle the shores of the entire lake.
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Trekkings
Land Only Price 4 - 8 persons
U.S. $2050 per person.
Land Only Price 9 & above
U.S..$1725 per person
Flight: Kathmandu / Lhasa: US $ 273 will be extra
Day 1: Fly, Kathmandu / Lhasa and drive to Tsedang. Overnight at hotel
Day 2: Visit: Potala Palace, Sera Monastery & Norbulingkha Palace
Day 3: Visit: Jokhang Temple, Drepung Monastery & Barkhor Market
Day 4: At leisure
Day 5: Morning drive to Damxung and start trekking. Overnight camp
Day 6: Trekking around Namtso Lake. camp.
Day 7: Trek around Nam Tso Lake. camp.
Day 8: Trek back to Nagenla Pass and drive to Lhasa. Overnight hotel
Day 9: Lhasa / Gyantse.
Day 10: Gyantse / Shigatse
Day 11: Shigatse / Lhatse
Day 12: Lhatse / Tingri
Day 13: Tingri / Nyalam
Day 14: Nyalam / Zhang-Mu / Kathmandu
Cost Includes:
1. All necessary travel / trekking permits
2. Necessary surface transportation in Tibet by Land Cruiser
3. Middle class accommodation with breakfast apart from trekking.
4. Guided sightseeing tour in Lhasa with all entrance fees
5. An English speaking Tibetan guide
6. Full board camping during the trek.
7. Necessary crew whilst on trek
8. Transfer to and form Kathmandu airport.
Cost does not include:
1. Meals except breakfast up to day 6 (Xegar)
2. Nepal re-entry fee (It is suggested you apply for a multiple entry visa for Nepal initially).
3. Any extra expenses incurred due to unforeseen circumstances.
4. Flight Kathmandu / Lhasa and Airport tax
