If you want to have a short trekking besides visiting Lhasa city, This trek would be perfect for you starting from Tsurphu Monastery and ends at Yangbachen. This short trekking around Lhasa would be an ideal choice to have great experience while you are in Lhasa that is Tsurphu to Yangbachen Trek as it is just 60km far from Lhasa city. This trek is an ideal choice to everyone who would like to have a short trekking near Lhasa to explore countryside and Tibetan village as well as it combines heavenly lake Namtso. Starting from the seat of Karmapa the Tsurpu monastery the trek leads toward Yangbachen hotspring crossing mangfifient Tibetan landscape and remote villages meeting with Nomads. It is a very romantic and panoramic trek near lhasa perhaps best trekking experience. Tsurphu to Yangpachen trek begins at Tsurphu Monastery walk crosses several alpine valleys like Leten valley, Bartso valley. This trek combines with alpine Valleys and mountain panoramas with visits to monasteries and a nunnery, cultural and wilderness. At the end combining Namtso lake is the most remarkable and cherishful experience which is sarrounded by Mt. Nyinchen Tangla range and beuty of Namtso itself.
Equipment
Accomodation
You will be staying at good reviewed 3 star in Lhasa, Shigatse and Gyantse if you prefer better hotel there is always option to upgrade the hotel and if you prefer to get booked own prefer hotel we are always ready to book for you.. In Tshurphu it is a local guesthouse clean room with attached bath. After that the trekking starts from Tsurphu Monastery, There will be camping during trekking period about 4 nights. Our camping tents are well maintained two men tents for group members, dining and kitchen tents along with kitchen table and other necessary equipements. Once you arrive Yangbachen You will be staying at Guesthouse similar like at Tsurphu.
Altitude Problem and Physical Fitness Required
It is a easy trekking, There is no level of physical fitness is required, everyone could join on the trek. It would be more helpful if you have previous trekking experience as the trail follows average 4200m one should prepare acordingly. We also advise our guest(s) to consult their doctor for vaccination and other medical requirements before taking the trip. Regular exercise, jugging, stretching and medication or yoga may be good idea before taking the trip.
Meals
We provide hygenic full board food prepared by our own experienced cook during trekking. All meals during trekking and only breakfast during the driving or touring sessions are included in this trip. We are expected to pay for lunches and dinners in the city in Lhasa on our own. Breakfast will be taken in the same place we stay the night. Similar arrangements can also be made for dinner. Lunch will be taken en route to the next destination(s). It is advisable to budget Yuan 60 to Yuan 100(USD10 to USD16) for lunch and dinner in a single day. Only basic meal choices like Tibetan bread and tsampa porridge will be available in remote locations. Freshly cooked full board food will be served by trained and experienced cooks on full-board basis during camping.
Recommended Clothing & Accessories
As the tempreture varies greatly between day and night (from Max. 20 degrees celcius to Min. -10 degrees celcius) one should prepare accordingly. Woolen gloves, Balaclava, Sun hat, Thermal wear, Water bottle, Woolen sockes, Personal Towel, Light and Warm parka Jacket, Sunglasses, Sun Cream, Torch with extra batteries, Muffler, Mask, Raincoat, Sweater, T-Shirt, Sleeping bag and comfortable walking shoes are recommended for Ganden to Samye Trekking.
Travel Insurance
Full travel insurance coverage for medicine, Helicopter evacuation, if in case of immergency, lost of belongings and trip cancilation is strongly recommended for Ganden to Samye Trek.
Best Time to Travel
Spring (March to May) and Autumn (September to November) is the best seasons for this trip.
Trip Start Dates and Cost
Trip can be started either from Kathmandu or Lhasa. You could even check our fixed group joing trips. Check available trip dates and cost for Everst Advance Base Camp North or Please contact us for your customized departure date and cost. We are always welcome for customization as per your preference.
