Rile Seven - International Adventure Travel

Day 1 Kunming
Arrive in Kunming at any time

Day 2 Dali (B)
Explore Dali, a wonderful lakeside town surrounded by mountains that are snow-capped year round. Explore the town's cobbled lanes and wooden houses, or take a boat trip on the Erhai Lake. Wake up early to catch the colourful markets of the Bai people.

Day 3-4 Lijiang
Lijiang, a World Heritage listed town, is a maze of streets and markets. This serene city is home to the Naxi minority people, who wear traditional blue clothing and have a fascinating and distinct culture.

Day 5 Zhongdian (Shangri-La)
Prayer flags, monasteries and Tibetan script provide a spiritual magnetism to the peaceful town of Zhongdian. Cycle the surrounding countryside and wander the picturesque Old Quarter.

Day 6-8 Lhasa
Dominated by the awe-inspiring Potala Palace, the colourful and holy city of Lhasa lies almost 3700 meters above sea level. Explore the fascinating blend of ancient temples. It is a humbling sight to watch pilgrims circling the temple on their knees endlessly day and night.

Day 9 Gyantse
The beautiful agricultural valley of Gyantse is a lovely place with a friendly and relaxed small-town feel.

Day 10 Shigatse
Tibet's second most important city and the seat of the Panchen Lama, Shigatse is home to spectacular and extensive monastic complexes.

Day 11 Sakya
Once the political centre of Tibet, the walls of Sakya's great fortified monastery are painted a dark grey, typical to buildings in the area.

Day 12 Rombuk and Everest Base Camp
The view of Qomolangma from the world's highest monastery is incredible and from Everest Base Camp at 5200m, even more stunning.

Day 13 Nyalam-Zhangmu
Leave the Tibetan Plateau behind and plunge into a lush green world as we descend almost 2000 meters to the border town of Zhangmu.

Day 14 Kathmandu
The historic cities of the Kathmandu valley reveal a vibrant world of colour and life. Wander through the crowded markets and bazaars, cycle around the city ring road, or walk through the heart of the old city.

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