Day 1 Arrival Lhasa
Upon arrival in Gongar Airport, the highest airport in the world, you will be met and drive 100KM to the city of Lhasa, capital of Tibet. The rest of the day is free to have a good rest and ready to explore the roof of the world. Check in at 4 star Lhasa Brahmaputra Hotel or similar .
Day 2: Lhasa Meal: B/L/D
Full day guided tour of Potala Palace, the winter palace of the Dalai Lama since the 7th century, symbolises Tibetan Buddhism and its central role in the traditional administration in Tibet. Then onto Jokhang Temple, which is an exceptional Buddhist religious complex. It is the spiritual centre of Tibet, which is a combination of Han, Tibetan and Nepalese architectural techniques. You will also visit Barkhor Street, the old and traditional shopping street in the centre of Lhasa, where Tibetan culture, economy, religion and arts assemble and a place to which a visit must be paid.
Day 3: Lhasa Meal: B/L/D
Today you will visit Sera Monastery, one of the three largest monasteries in Tibet, enshrined in the monastery are over 10,000 golden copper Buddhist statues, the holy prayer scripture written in cinnabar, and other treasures. Then onto Tibet Museum, the largest cultural facility in this ethnic autonomous region with a huge collection of art treasures. Later in the afternoon, you will visit to Norbu Lingka, the summer palace for Dalai Lama.
Day 4: Lhasa / Yamdrok Lake / Gyangtse Meal: B/L/D
Today you will drive 360Km from Lhasa via the beautiful turquoise Yamdrok Lake to Shigatse, please enjoy the beautiful scenery on the way. You will stay overnight at Gyangtse.
Day 5: Gyangtse / Shigatse Meal: B/L/D
You will visit Kunbum Stupa & Pelkor Chode Monastery. Drive 90 KM to Shigatse. In the afternoon take tourto The Tashilunpo Monastery, residence of Panchan Lamas.
Day 6: Shigatse / Lhasa/Departure Meal: B
Transfer to Lhasa airport for your flight exit.
Independent Group Price (2-5 Persons)
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Price in USD
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| Travelling date |
Price / p.p |
| Mar – Jun, Nov |
1152 |
| Jul - Oct |
1233 |
| Aug |
1273 |
The above prices including:
1)Return transfers;
2)twin share hotel
3)private tours with entrance fee
4)English-speaking guide and meals as per itinerary.
5)Tibet entry Permit application
Excluding:
1) International air ticket or train tickets to enter or leave China
2) China entry visa fees
3) Excess baggage charges
4) Personal expenses
5) Commission charge from the bank or Credit Card Company
6) Tips to the guides or drivers