China Rail Explorer

Himalayan Express from Lhasa to Beijing

With the opening of the 1956 kilometre-long Qinghai-Tibet railway, a unique opportunity now exists to join a fascinating 4000 kilometre journey by rail between Lhasa and Beijing.

Commencing in Chengdu with a visit to the panda reserve to visit these adorable animals, this remarkable 20-day journey continues on to Lhasa where you will visit the Potala Palace, the Sera Monastery and Norpulinka, the former summer palace of the Dalai Lama.

Travel on to Shigatse and witness the Tashlihunpo Monastery and the largest shrine in Tibet, Gyantse Kumbum. Board the Qinghai-Tibet railway and continue on to Xian to visit the UNESCO Terracotta Warriors before travelling to Beijing where you will visit the Great Wall, Temple of Heaven and Forbidden City.

Your unforgettable experience includes return airfare with Qantas Airways, accommodation, all meals, all transport, all daily tours and entrance fees, the services of a national tour escort and/or English speaking local guides, visa fees for Australian passport holders and Australian and Chinese departure taxes.

Prices start from $5480*per person twin share for 20 days.

Valid for sale until 31 August 2008 unless sold out earlier. Available for travel 11 September and 25 September 2008 and also on 14 May 2009.

Further conditions apply. Please contact your Travel Associates consultant for details.

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