Arrival in Lhasa & Hotel Transfer (3658m)

Lhasa - Upon arrival, guests will be warmly welcomed by a Tibetan guide and driver, who will present a traditional White katak (scarf). Whether arriving by flight or high-speed rail, the guide and driver will extend a heartfelt greeting and escort guests to their hotel for rest and preparation for the upcoming adventures. After booking, please provide detailed flight or train information to arrange pick-up and drop-off transfers in advance.

Lhasa Sightseeing - Potala & Jokhang (3658m)

Potala Palace - The guide will introduce guests to Lhasa’s two most significant historic sites: the Potala Palace and the Jokhang Temple. There will be time to explore the bustling Barkhor pilgrim circuit and market surrounding the Jokhang. This massive structure, home to successive Dalai Lamas and the seat of the Tibetan government, dominates the views of Lhasa.

Jokhang Temple - The most important and revered religious structure in Tibet, built by King Songsten Gampo (c.639-47) along with Ramoche to house images brought as dowry by his Nepali and Chinese wives.

Lhasa - Ganden - Sera (4950m/45km)

Ganden Monastery - Located just 45kms outside Lhasa, Ganden’s setting high on a ridge overlooking the Kyi Chu Valley is breathtaking. After lunch at the monastery restaurant, guests can explore the main chapels, including the vast assembly hall. After optionally completing the 1½ hour kora (circumambulation route), the journey continues to Lhasa.

Sera Monastery - In the afternoon, a visit to Sera Monastery, one of the “great three” Gelug monasteries of Tibet, is planned. A highlight is the Monks’ debate, which takes place around 3 - 5 in the afternoon.

Lhasa - Yamdrok Lake - Gyantse (3950m/267km)

Shigatse - Gya Tsola Pass - Sakya (4280/229km)

Sakya - Rombuk - Lao Tingri (4300m/333km)

Lao Tingri - Shigatse (3840m/291km)

Shigatse - Nyemo - Dumxung (4300m/327km)

Dumxung - Namtso - Lhasa (4918m/238km)

Lake Namtso - An early morning drive to Lake Namtso, crossing the Largen-La pass (4970m) to reach the lake. The final 18km are traveled by the National Park eco-bus, but the journey is well worth it. North of Lhasa, the Tibetan Plateau’s second-largest saltwater lake, Namtso Chukmo, is a stunning site, dominated by the snow-capped peak of Nyenchen Thanglha. It is teeming with migratory birds, and the cave hermitages at Tashidor are a popular pilgrimage destination.

Transfer to Lhasa Airport

Lhasa - Enjoy a free morning before transferring to the airport for the departure flight.

• Travel agency liability insurance
• English-speaking tour guide
• Entrance tickets included
• Scheduled transfers
• 9 nights in quality hotels
• Daily breakfast
• Private bus for excursions

A Journey to the Roof of the World. As well as the major cultural and historic centers of Central Tibet travel west across the stunning scenery of the Tibetan Plateau to the tiny Rombuk monastery for spectacular close-up views of Mount Everest.

Whether you fly in or take the high-speed rail to Lhasa. Your guide and driver will give you a warm greeting and welcome you to Lhasa. You will be driven to your hotel to rest and prepare for your upcoming adventures.

After you make a booking, please kindly provide us with your detailed flight or train information so that we can arrange a pick-up and drop-off transfer in advance.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.