The Golden Eagle - China & Tibet Rail Discovery
COMBINE A RAIL JOURNEY THROUGH CHINA FROM ONE OF THE WORLD’S LEAST KNOWN PLACES, TIBET AND THE MYSTICAL CAPITAL OF LHASA.
In the shadow of the Himalayas and known as the ‘Roof of the World’ due to its breathtaking average height of 13,200ft (4,060m) above sea level, Tibet is home to more Himalayan... Read MoreCOMBINE A RAIL JOURNEY THROUGH CHINA FROM ONE OF THE WORLD’S LEAST KNOWN PLACES, TIBET AND THE MYSTICAL CAPITAL OF LHASA.
In the shadow of the Himalayas and known as the ‘Roof of the World’ due to its breathtaking average height of 13,200ft (4,060m) above sea level, Tibet is home to more Himalayan peaks than anywhere else. Mount Everest lies on its border with Nepal. As befits such a remarkable land, Lhasa is home to an amazing UNESCO collection of spectacular palaces and temples.
Yet, Tibet has been virtually inaccessible by land. That changed with the building of the Golmud to Lhasa railway. More than 600 miles (965kms) is at an altitude of over 13,000ft (4,000m) and much of this magnificent line runs over permafrost. With the summit, the Tangula Pass, at 16,640ft (5,072m) it is also the world’s highest railway. To travel on this line is a true pioneering adventure, an experience as unique as the destination itself.
Highlights:
* 6 nights on board the Shangri-La Express
* 1 night in Urumqi
* 1 night in Kashgar
* 1 night in Golmud
* 3 nights in Lhasa
* All meals
* Drinks with meals (including specially selected international wines)
* Guided off-train excursions
* Robes, slippers and toiletries in-cabin
* Experienced Tour Manager
* Arrival and departure transfers
* All gratuities
* On board Doctor
* Porterage throughout
Starting at: $11,895
(Not Including Airfare)*
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