TIBET
THE SACRED PLATEAU
14 SEP - 24 SEP 2027 • 11 DAYS • 14 GUESTS
Embark on a high‑altitude odyssey to the Roof of the World, where myth meets majesty and landscapes unfold in epic scale. From sacred monasteries to the north face of Everest, discover Tibet’s spiritual heartbeat and raw, unspoiled grandeur.
Fly into Lhasa, the City of Sunlight, and acclimate as you traverse a land of serrated peaks and vast gorges. Explore Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, and the sacred rhythms of Barkhor Square. Witness debate in Sera Monastery, and glimpse the cliffside meditation caves of Drak Yerpa.
Cross the plateau through vast Himalayan vistas to the turquoise waters of Yamdrok Tso, with the icefields of Karola Glacier glinting in the distance. Continue to Tashilhunpo Monastery, where crimson walls enclose the towering Maitreya Buddha, before stepping inside the fortress-like Sakya Monastery, guardian of vast and centuries-old Buddhist scripture libraries.
Deep in Himalaya country, yak herds graze on wide plains as distant glaciers loom. Stand at the edge of the world as 5 of the planet’s highest summits align across the skyline and the north face of Everest rises before you. Sleep beneath the world’s highest peak at Everest Base Camp as sunset dyes the summit gold and dawn returns it to silver, framed by an endless sky. Contemplate Rongbuk, the highest monastery on earth, under the gaze of the Goddess Mother of the World.
With expert local guides and a pace designed for gradual altitude, this journey balances cultural immersion with mountain majesty—an experience where devotion, sky, and stone fuse into a transformative odyssey.
Enhance your journey with a few days in Chengdu to visit the beloved Giant Pandas. Marvel at the monumental Leshan Giant Buddha, and sample the bold, aromatic flavors of Sichuan cuisine. Extend your Himalayan experience in Kathmandu — where spirituality and vibrant urban life converge with ancient temples, medieval squares, and bustling bazaars framed by the Himalayan foothills.
For the ultimate Himalayan odyssey, combine this journey with our expedition to Bhutan — the hidden Shangri-La kingdom — renowned for its dramatic monasteries, deeply rooted Buddhist traditions, and pristine mountain landscapes.
HIGHLIGHTS
Explore Lhasa’s three UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Potala Palace, Norbulingka, and Jokhang Temple.
Walk the Barkhor kora alongside pilgrims, prayer wheels turning through Lhasa’s Old Quarter.
Witness living monastic traditions — from dynamic debate sessions to remote meditation caves.
Cross high Himalayan passes to the sacred turquoise waters of Yamdrok Tso.
Explore the multi-level Kumbum Stupa and stand before the towering Maitreya Buddha at Tashilhunpo Monastery.
Visit fortress-like Sakya Monastery, home to one of Tibet’s most important collections of Buddhist scriptures.
Take in sweeping Himalayan views at Gyawula Pass, where five 8,000m peaks line the horizon.
Stand before the north face of Mount Everest at sunset and sunrise.
Visit Rongbuk Monastery, the highest monastery in the world.
Stay in a traditional Tibetan courtyard hotel in Lhasa’s Old Quarter and enjoy exceptional views at Everest Base Camp.
PRE-EXTENSION - GIANT PANDAS
12 SEPT - 15 SEP 2027 – 3 Days – 14 Guests
Step into the heart of Sichuan with a 3-day pre-extension in Chengdu. Begin with a visit to the serene Wenshu Monastery, then observe giant and red pandas up close at world-class conservation centers and marvel at the colossal Leshan Giant Buddha overlooking the river. Explore historic streets filled with temples and markets, and cap the experience with an immersive tuk-tuk culinary tour through Chengdu bold Sichuan flavors — a vibrant gateway to the culture, landscapes, and adventure that await on your Tibet expedition.
POST-EXTENSION - KATHMANDU - City of Gods & Temples
24 SEPT - 27 SEP 2027 – 4 Days – 14 Guests
Extend your journey with a Kathmandu post-extension and immerse yourself in the city’s “beautiful chaos,” where spirituality and vibrant urban life collide. Explore UNESCO World Heritage sites, ancient royal squares, sacred temples, and bustling bazaars framed by the majestic Himalayan foothills. This four-day extension offers a rich cultural contrast to your high-altitude Tibetan adventure, revealing the timeless spirit and energy of Nepal’s capital.
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ITINERARY OVERVIEW
TIBET – THE SACRED PLATEAU
14 SEP - 24 SEP 2027 • 11 Days • 14 Guests
Day 01 | Sep 14 Depart home and travel to Chengdu, China
Day 02 | Sep 15 Fly to Lhasa / Welcome dinner
Day 03 | Sep 16 Nunnery life / Dalai Lama Summer Palace / Sera Monastery ‘Warrior’ Monks
Day 04 | Sep 17 Potala Palace / Jokhang Temple / Barkhor Street
Day 05 | Sep 18 Yamdrok Tso / Karola Glacier / Gyantse
Day 06 | Sep 19 Pelkor Chode Monastery / Kumbum Stupa / Tashilhunpo Monastery / Sa’gya
Day 07 | Sep 20 Sakya Monastery / Gyawula Pass / Sunset at Mount Everest
Day 08 | Sep 21 Mount Everest Sunrise / Rongbuk Monastery / Shigatse
Day 09 | Sep 22 Little Potala Dzhong / Local Market / Train to Lhasa
Day 10 | Sep 23 Drak Yerpa Hermitages / Farewell dinner
Day 11 | Sep 24 Fly to Kathmandu & continue home or Join the Kathmandu Post-Extension
PRE-EXTENSION – GIANT PANDAS
12 SEPT - 15 SEP 2027 • 3 Days • 14 Guests
Day 01 | Sep 12 Depart home and travel to Chengdu, China / Wenshu Monastery
Day 02 | Sep 13 Chengdu Panda Research Base / Leshan Giant Buddha
Day 03 | Sep 14 Dujiangyan Panda Base / Ancient Jinli Street / Evening culinary tour
Day 04 | Sep 15 Fly to Lhasa / Join main expedition
POST EXTENSION – KATHMANDU – City of Gods & Temples
24 SEPT - 27 SEP 2027 • 4 Days • 14 Guests
Day 01 | Sep 24 Fly to Kathmandu / Pashupatinath Arati
Day 02 | Sep 25 Boudhanath Stupa / Budhanilkantha Temple / Monkey Temple
Day 03 | Sep 26 Bhaktapur / Doleshwar Mahadev Temple / Kailashnath Mahadev
Day 04 | Sep 27 Fly home or Join the Bhutan Expedition
COMBINE FOR THE ULTIMATE HIMALAYAN ADVENTURE
Extend your adventure into Bhutan, the hidden Shangri-La kingdom, where ancient monasteries perch on cliffs, red-robed monks follow centuries-old traditions, and pristine valleys reveal breathtaking Himalayan vistas. Combined with Tibet’s sacred plateau and Everest’s north face, this itinerary offers an unparalleled Himalayan odyssey of culture, spirituality, and mountain majesty.
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