Location(s):
Beijing, Great Wall – Train to the Roof of the World, Train to the Roof of the World, Lhasa (3656m), Lhasa (3656 m/11,995 ft), Lhasa, Gyantse (4000 m/13,123 ft), Shigatse (3800 m/12,467 ft), Shigatse, Sakya (4316 m/14,160 ft), Everest National Park (5200 m/17,060 ft), Kyirong (2774 m/9101 ft), Kathmandu
Go on an epic 5000-km overland journey through imperial Beijing and the soaring landscapes of Tibet, ending in Nepal’s culturally-rich capital, Kathmandu. Experience one of the world’s greatest train journeys, discover the highland haven of Lhasa, watch daily Tibetan life play out in Gyantse and visit the world’s highest monastery perched in the heart of the Himalayas. Temples aplenty, divine landscapes and iconic views of Mt Everest await you. You’ll find yourself meditating with a monk and wandering Kathmandu’s maze-like bazaars – celebrating Buddhist cultures past and present, this insightful journey to the Roof of the World is simply unforgettable.