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Description
Take this 8 day tour to experience the spiritual mysticism and cultural beauty of Kathmandu, Lhasa, Shigatse, and Gyantse. Feast your eyes on the beautiful Turqoise Lake, the famous Potala and Norbulingka palaces, and satiate your soul with visits to some of the most magnificent Buddhist monasteries and Stupas, not to mention the residence of the Dalai Lama!
Highlights
- Visit Potala Palace, residence of the Dalai Lama
- Explore the Buddhist monasteries of Gyantse and Lhasa
- Drive past the magical Turquoise Lake
- Shop till you drop at the bustling Barkhor Bazaar
Itinerary Expand All Collapse All
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Day 1: Kathmandu to Nyalam (3750 m. 7 hours) expand_more
Early morning pickup by and drive from Kathmandu to the Nepal-Tibet border (Kodari) by private vehicle.
Finish all immigration formalities for both the Nepal & China sides. Continue on a thrilling ride up the steep, winding road to Nyalam. Overnight stay at Nyalam [Guesthouse or similar (dormitory room with common toilet)]
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Day 2: Nyalam to Lhatse (3950 m. 7 hours) expand_more
Set off for Lhatse after breakfast. Right after exiting Nyalam (after 10 km), the convoy will stop for approximately 15 minutes to visit Milarepa Cave Monastery, where a famous Tibetan poet and Yogi learned to fly after years of meditation in solitude.
After what is sure to be a spiritually uplifting visit, continue towards Lablung-La Pass (also called Nyalam Thong-La: 5100 m) with your Lhasa guide. There will be a stop on this pass to allow you to observe the rugged beauty of the Himalayas. Shisapangma, the highest mountain in Tibet, is also visible from the pass. Its mass and majesty is known to inspire travelers with a sense of humility and awe, which is only to be matched by the glistening waters of Yamdruk Tso.
Break for lunch after passing through Lao Tingri. In clear weather, you can enjoy a majestic view of Mount Everest and Mount Cho-Oyu from this spot.
Continue to drive to Lhatse via Xegar (Tingri) and Gyajo-La Pass. Stay overnight at Farmer Guesthouse or similar (dormitory room with common toilet).
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Day 3: Lhatse to Shigatse (3900 m. 5 hours) expand_more
Enjoy a scrumptious breakfast and embark on a journey to Shigatse, the second-largest city of Tibet and home to the famous Tashilungpo Monastery and throne of the Panchen Lama. On this day of the tour, you will drive only through one high pass, which follows from Lhatse. Stop for overnight stay at Hotel Qomolangma Friendship or similar (twin sharing room with attached bath).
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Day 4: Shigatse to Gyantse (3950 m. 3 hours) expand_more
Set out for an early morning visit to the Tashilhunpo Monastery.
Take a short drive to the culturally significant region of Gyantse, where you can explore the Palkhor Chode Monastery, the Khumbum Stupa, and the Gyantse Dzong and enjoy some free time at your leisure.
Enjoy a relaxing overnight stay at Hotel Wutse or similar (twin sharing room with attached bath) in Gyantse.
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Day 5: Gyantse to Lhasa (3650 m.) via Yamdruk Lake: 7 hours expand_more
- Follow up an inspiring early morning breakfast with an equally inspiring and picturesque journey to Lhasa, the capital city of Tibet. This day is bound to be made memorable by the time spent at the beautiful Turquoise Lake (also known as Yamdruk Tso, the largest freshwater Lake in Tibet) and at Karo-La Pass (Glacier Pass).
- Cross Kamba-La and the majestic Yarlung River (River Brahmaputra) and arrive in Lhasa. Overnight stay at Trichang Labrang Hotel or similar (twin sharing room with attached bath).
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Day 6: Full Day Lhasa Tour expand_more
Experience the best of Lhasa with visits to the Jokhang Temple and the colourful Barkhor Square.
Cleanse your soul with a visit to Potala Palace, where the Dalai Lama resides. Overnight stay at Trichang Labrang Hotel or similar (twin sharing room with attached bath).
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Day 7: Full Day Lhasa Tour expand_more
Enjoy a visit to the Drepung Monastery, which is situated in the Western part of the city and serves as the spiritual and political center of Tibet.
Set off towards the the Sera Monastery in the north, founded in 1419 and considered the most influential monastery in Tibetan history as the site where the spiritual leaders gain their training and education. Explore the sprawling galleries filled with statues of Buddhist deities.
Arrive for an overnight stay at Trichang Labrang Hotel or similar (twin sharing room with attached bath).
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Day 8: Departure from Lhasa expand_more
Fly out from Lhasa to Kathmandu or any other major city in China (and beyond). You can also make a memorable train journey from Lhasa to mainland China.
What's Included
All accommodation: standard hotels and guest houses on twin-sharing basis with breakfast included
All ground transportation
Kathmandu sightseeing with city tour guide
Govt. trained guide with insurance, salary, and meals
All Tibet visa fees and permit
- All entry fees
What's Excluded
Nepal Visa Fees
Tibet Visa fees
International Flights
All personal expenses
Airport tax
Extra shower, battery recharge, laundry charge etc
Personal clothing and gear
Tips for guide and porter
Costs raised by factors not under our control, such as landslide, weather, political unrest, and illnesses
Cancellation Policy
For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.Price Details
| Person | |
| 4 To 8 | USD 920 Per Person |
This is a private tour | |