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Ganden Samye Trekking
This trip incorporates a 5-day trek into the classic overland route between Lhasa and Kathmandu. In Lhasa visit the awe-inspiring Potala Palace and Jokhang Temple as well as the great university monasteries of Drepung and Sera – leaving time, of course, for shopping on the Barkhor pilgrim circuit. From the ruins of the great monastery of Ganden head for the high valleys. The scenery is spectacular and herders are often camped beside the small lakes and streams, their herds of sheep, yak and goats scattered across the high pastures. The trek rings you to Samye, on the banks of the Yarlung Tsangpo, is Tibet’s oldest monastery and one of its most beautiful.The route to Kathmandu takes you across high passes and along the shores of Yamdrok-Tso, the sacred turquoise lake to Gyantse and Shigatse with their famous monasteries. From the tiny gompa at Rhongphu the view of Qomolangma (Everest) is simply spectacular and there is time for a trip up to base camp before heading for the edge of the Tibetan Plateau and the dramatic plunge towards Zhangmu and the Nepal border.
Trip Facts of Ganden Samye Trekking
| Country: | » | Tibet |
| Area: | » | Lhasa |
| Activities: | » | Trekking |
| Grade: | » | 3 |
| Seasons: | » | Mar - May, Sept - Nov |
| Altitude: | » | 4180m |
| Duration: | » | 11 Nights/ 12 Days |
| Accommodation: | » | Hotel / Guest House / Lodge |
| Transport: | » | Fly in - Fly Out |
| Group Size: | » | 2 to 25 |
Itineraries of Ganden Samye Trekking
| Day 01. | Group arrival in Lhasa. Upon your arrival in Tibet, our local guide will meet you outside the customs hall at Gongar Airport and transfer you to Lhasa (approximate two hour drive). Along the way, enjoy the view along the Yarlong Tsangpo River (the longest river in Tibet). We will check into our local hotel. It is important for your acclimatization that this afternoon be spent resting. (Dinner) |
| Day 02. | Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, Barkhor Street. The first day of sightseeing starts with Lhasa's most well known landmark — the Potala Palace. It is a prominent icon and a structure of massive portions. Later this afternoon, we will visit the Jokhang Temple — the spiritual center of Tibet. Each day, many pilgrims from every corner of Tibet trek great distances to this shrine. The temple is the product of Han, Tibetan and Nepalese architectural techniques. Next, we will visit Barkhor, the oldest street and still a traditional scene of old Tibet. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) |
| Day 03. | Drepung Monastery, Sera Monastery. About five miles west of central Lhasa is Drepung, once the world's largest monastery with about 10,000 attending monks. From the hillside enjoy expansive views of the entire Lhasa City against the backdrop of the rugged mountain peaks. Drepung is the largest of Lhasa's two great Gelugpa Monasteries. Three miles north of central Lhasa, Sera Monastery is smaller and more serene. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) |
| Day 04. | Free day in Lhasa. (Breakfast) |
| Day 05. | Monastery & Trek. In the morning we drive about 90 minutes from Lhasa to visit the Ganden Monastery. After sightseeing, we'll drive an hour to the village of Dupshi. One hour of moderate hiking transports us to Ani Pangong — the site of a former nunnery. Another hour of steady climbing carries us through pristine meadows to our treks first camp at Yama Do. Total hike: Three miles (2 hours). (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) |
| Day 06. | Yama Do & Tsotup Chu Valley. Two hours of steep hiking leads us along to Shug-La Pass. Negotiating boulders and rough trail subsides with the final steep ascent to the pass (17,220 feet). The route continues across the Shug-La Pass following the cairn-lined trail.We descend gradually, reaching the valley in ninety minutes from the pass. We cross the Tsotup Chu, a long stream winding along the valley floor. Nomad herders with their herd of yaks, goat and sheep dot the landscape. Tonights camp is near a stream crossing. Total hike: Six miles (4-5 hours). (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) |
| Day 07. | Tsotup Chu Herder's Camp. From the Tsotup Chu Valley, we follow a small tributary entering from the southwest. The route follows steeply upwards for 30 minutes, reaching a large basin. The terrain is not particularly difficult to reach Chitu-La Pass (16,728 feet), marked by several cairns. A short steep descent leads us into a basin holding three small lakes. The trail is often not clearly marked and passes seasonal campsites before finally reaching the valley floor. Total hike: Nine miles (5 hours). (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) |
| Day 08. | Yamalung Herder's Camp. Our trail is now wide and easy to follow — meandering through forest of shrubs and rhododendrons for three hours. We amble through a series of meadows before reaching Gen Do, a stone structure in ruins.The forest thins rapidly and we reach the first permanent village of Chantan (13,776 feet) after leaving Hebu. In 30-40 minutes we arrive at the turn off for Yamalung Valley. The Yamalung Hermitage is another one hour steep climb from the valley floor. Total hike: Nine miles (5-6 hours). (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) |
| Day 09. | Yamalung to Samye. From Yamalung Valley, we trek about four hours to reach Samye. We pass the villages of Nyango, Wango and Pisha. From Pisha, the entire lower valley of Samye and the golden spires of Samye Monastery are revealed to our view. Before we reach Samye, we pass lush meadows for tonight's camp. Total hike: Six to eight miles (4 hours). (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) |
| Day 10. | Samye Monastery. Today we visit Samye Monastery and explore surrounding area. A nice day to relax from our days on the trail. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) |
| Day 11. | Samye to Tsedang. Depending on road conditions, we may drive for 30 minutes and take a ferry for an hour and a half to reach Tsedang. If the Eastern road along the Tsangpo river is open, we have the option to drive the entire way in an hour. Upon arrival in Tsedang we visit Tibet's oldest building — the Yongbulakhang. Sacred texts are said to have miraculously fallen on the palace roof, heralding the first appearance of Buddhism in Tibet. Overnight is at our hotel in Tsedang. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) |
| Day 12. | Tsedang to Airport. Its time to say goodbye and depart Tibet. After breakfast, we will drive one and a half hours to Gongar Airport to catch the return flight to Beijing or to Kathmandu. (Breakfast) |
