Tibet Tour - Sunny House

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Some general thoughts on people's aversion to tours:

'Tours' can range anywhere from what an ordinary sane person would consider a guided tour, to simply having a minder. In the latter case, the way it works is that instead of having intimidating police or spies follow you around and keep tabs on you, your 'guide' is responsible for this duty. That's not to say the guide is out to get you or make trouble for you, but the guide has a vested interest in avoiding trouble insomuch as they make large amounts of money doing what they do, and they risk losing their job/license if anything goes wrong. It works well for the authorities too because they can keep the threatening image toned down.

If you book a tour with such a guide, you should be able to arrange whatever (legal) activities you want, at least within Lhasa city. I don't see any reason it has to be the sort of stuff you usually see on expensive guided tours. For example if you tell them your interest is going to the nagamas (Tibetan nightclubs) to drink and see the performances, that'll probably work out fine. In tense times, the guide may want to accompany you to make sure you're not having covert meetings with people that could get you/him in trouble. Otherwise you may be fine on your own as long as you check in with the guide now and then. The level of supervision demanded by the higher-ups really varies with changing times and tensions, and it's hard to know what to expect without the latest stories from other travelers...

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What is the standard "equipment" to travel in Tibet?

1.A travel plan
2.PermitS
3.Dedicated Vehicle (with tourism lisence)
4.A Guide (with tourism lisence)
5.Accommodations
6.$$$

What you need to focus on?

1. The travel plan

because

2.PermitS - You cannot and don't need to apply for it, only travel agency can do and have to apply for you, trust me, it's quite complicated, save your time to do something valuable.

3.Dedicated Vehicle (with tourism lisence) - You'll need transportation anyway. For those who wants to drive by themselves, it's possible.

4.A Guide (with tourism lisence) - Many people don't like GUIDED TOURS, that makes you feel stupid? Please don't think that way. A guide could be your friend or interpreter - you'll feel better if you think so - and it's necessary.

5.Accommodations - To sleep well and safely is important, we offer special discount for those who wants to sleep in their Dedicated Vehicles.

6.$$$ - Tibet is not a budget travelling area, but it worth your every penny paid.

Just make your Tibet travel plan freely, any creative ideas are welcome.
We'll take care of the rest except #6.


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8 Days Tour of Central Tibet
Departures: Every Day
EX - Kathmandu/Chengdu/Beijing
Best Season: March - November

This fly in/fly out tour of Central Tibet follows a circular route from Tsedang to Lhasa, exploring the Yarlung Tsangpo Valley, the cradle of Tibetan civilization, and then proceeding on the southern route past Yamdrok Tso, the Turquoise Lake, to the historical towns of Gyangtse & Shigatse. From Shigatse we take the Northern route through the scenic, rugged countryside of the nomads, culminating our tour in Lhasa, the forbidden city.


TOUR ITINERARY

Day 01: Arrive Lhasa Gongar Airport via Kathmandu/Chengdu/Beijing
Upon arrival meet & transfer to Tsedang in Yarlung Valley, the cradle of Tibetan civilization. Check in to your hotel.

Day 2:
Guided tour of Samye, the oldest Monastery belonging to the Red Hat School & Yumbulakhang, the first castle built for a Tibetan king.

Day 03: Tsedang / Gyantse
Driving out of Tsedang, this long journey (8-9 hrs) takes you through the vastness of the Tibetan Plateau, past the turquoise lake Yamdrok and over Kampala(4794m) and Karola (5010m) Passes. We arrive the town of Gyantse at 3950m, a pastoral town which is still left pretty untouched by modern expansion. Check in to hotel.

Day 04: Gyangtse / Shigatse
Visit Kumbum Stupa (an oversized chorten of over 100,000 images) & the adjoining Palkor Choede Monastery & continue drive for 2 hrs to Shigatse. PM- Visit Tashilhunpo Monastery & Shigatse open market. Check into hotel.

Day 05: Shigatse/Lhasa
We return to Lhasa. Check into hotel. Optional walking tour of Barkhor, the bustling market place of Lhasa. Check into hotel.

Day 06:
This morning, we tour Potala, the winter palace of the Dalai Lama & listed as a world heritage site and Drepung Monastery, the biggest monastic university of Tibet.

Day 07:
In the morning, we visit Norbu Linka, the summer palace for the Dalai Lama. In the afternoon, we cover Jokhang – the “central cathedral”, Barkhor – the bustling market in the heart of old Lhasa with its narrow streets whitewashed stone homes, window and the Tibetan Medical Centre.

Day 08: Lhasa to Chengdu/Beijing
After breakfast transfer to Gongar Airport to connect flight to Kathmandu/Chengdu/Beijing.

COST IN USD PER PERSON:  XXXXX

HOTEL/TOUR COST(Twin Share Basis on BB)

Plz check with us if you need this package. :)








Sunny House Analysis

The very best part is the amazing Samye.
You will see the culture part in deep.
On the same terms, we can do better.
How?

We could make this tour not only a visiting but also experiences.
How about being the guest of local Tibetan family and have a welcoming Yak Butter tea?
We believe that's what you are looking for in Tibet. :)

6 Days Tour of Yarlung Tsangpo Valley & Lhasa

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Our offices in Lhasa, Taipei will try to revert to your enquiry within 24 h by e-mail (we work at GMT +8 h, no DST applies). Further contact phone numbers can be advised upon request.

Yes! It's true!
It's extremly easy to make your own trip to Tibet!
Step1: Where do you want to visit?

The Potala Palace?
The lost Guge Kingdom in Ngari area?
The Mt.Everest base Camp?
Anywhere! we are able to take you there!! Safely!
Step2: Which style of trip do you want?

The comfortable and luxury vacation in forbidden land? OK!
The overland long term adventure? Cool!
The ultimate self-driving Jeep and motorcycle adventure? No Problem!

Just tell us, and we can arrange for you!
Step3: Make a plan

After checked all above, we can make a itinerary with price.
Even 1 person can go! But remember, the more people travel together, the lower the price.

Of course we will make a travel contract with you~~

Step 4: Easy credit card payments

We accept VISA/MasterCard at SunnyHouse. Feel free to ask about our payment options.


See? it's quite easy!!

We offer QUALITY and SAFETY of your trip.
We are the best to handle all kinds of complicated PERMITS to travel to Tibet.
We have planty of EXPERIENCES to help people travelling in this forbidden land.

That's why you choose us!
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