Tibet – the sacred land of Shangri-La – the land of the people who believe in the transitoriness of everything in life and one of the world’s most sought after destinations and truly a great experience of a life-time. Tibet, once an independent country, embraced the Mahayana Buddhism as its guiding political and social doctrine until recently. In fact, even these days, there’s hardly much difference between the social and religious lifestyle of the Tibetans. Tibet, with its spiritual air, temples and monasteries, lakes and rivers, and mighty snow peaks offers an unearthly mystical land of Buddhist culture and philosophy. Whether you are a spiritual seeker in search of the mystery of life or seeking an adventure to challenge yourself, join our in our rendezvous epic journeys across the Tibetan Plateau into Tibet’s remotest and mystical heartlands. The highland of Tibet and its typical geographical position has been exploited since the ancient times by explorers and adventurers, pilgrims, traders, and even missionaries.
Whether you wish to stroll through the streets of Tsedang, Lhasa, visit Dalai Lama’s Potala and Norbulingka and visit Barkhor Market in Lhasa. The city is also known as the cradle of Tibetan civilization, for the first Tibetan king Nyatri Tsenpo had his residence near about Tsedang. Along with the Dalai Lama’s Potala, visit the 2nd century BC palace of Yumbulakhang, Jokhang, Norbulingka, Drepung, and Ganden. Meditate in the ancient caves at Drakyerpa or pay homage to great spiritual masters. Walk along the shores of one of world’s highest lakes, the Namtso Lake. Drive through wonderful scenery dominated by green meadows, river gorges, snow-capped mountains, waterfalls and enchanting flora & fauna. Besides, mingle with the people who are following the same lifestyle for thousands of years, enjoy their reception with Tibetan Yak butter tea.
If you are interested in making some other Tibet trips, please go through the following Tibet Tour Packages that we have prepared keeping in mind your safety and satisfaction as the guiding principle of our tour programs. Try one of our packages like Lhasa Explore – 5 days, Explore Tibet – 18 days, Kham to Lhasa via Dzogchen, Dzongsar, Pelyul monasteries overland tour – 17 days, Dzogchen valley, birthplace of Namkhai Norbu and Lhasa: Kham to Kathmandu overland tour – 17 days, Kathmandu to Lhasa Tour – 8 days, Kathmandu to Lhasa Tour via Everest Base Camp – 10 Days, Kathmandu, Lhasa and around & Kailash – 21 days, Lhasa to Kathmandu Mountain Bike Tour – 12 days.
Trip Itinerary :
Day 01 Fly to Lhasa, transfer to Tsedang: If you are flying from Kathmandu to Lhasa you will have 1 hour 10 minutes, Trans Himalayan Flight to Lhasa, considered one of the most beautiful flights in the world takes us over Everest (8848m) and Kanchenjunga (8536m). Those who wish to join in Lhasa, can arrive Lhasa on the date mentioned.We will be meeting you at Gonggar Airport or train station by our Tibetan guide. And then you will proceed to Tsedang (3700m.). This city can be honestly named as “the cradle of Tibetan civilization”: first Tibetan king Nyatri Tsenpo had his residence near about Tsedang. Tibetan believe, Nyatri Tsenpo came to Tibet from the sky, he and six other king governed after him went back to the sky by the sky rope. So these seven kings are named as “sky kings”.
Day 02 Morning visit Changzu Monastery, afternoon drive to Samye Monastery: Your, encounter with Tibet will begin with a visit to the palace of Yambulakhang which was built by the first Tibetan king Nyatri Tsenpo in the second century BC. Local folklore has it that the king was descended from heaven. Next you will visit Chedruk Temple to round off our visit to Tsedang, afternoon drive 65 Kms to Samye Monastery which is on hill. Overnight Hotel Yalung River Hotel
Day 03 Sightseeing and drive to Lhasa 190 Kms, 3 hours driving: Morning visit Yongbulakhang Palacewhich was built by the first Tibetan king Nyatri Tsenpo in the second century BC. Local folklore has it that the king was descended from heaven. Tibet King’s Tomb, afternoon drive to Lhasa, en-route visit the famous Mindrolin Monastery.which covers a large area of over 100,000 square meters (approx. 119,599 square yards). It is one of the six most famous Tibetan Buddhism monasteries of the Nyingmapa Sect. The monastery was originally built in the late 10th century and has been renovated several times. Overnight at Kyichu Hotel or Similar hotel in Lhasa (3650m).
Day 04 Sightseeing in Lhasa: Foremost, our tour begins with a visit to Sera Monastery. An experienced tour guide also working as an interpreter escorts we to this preserved monastery of white-washed walls and golden roofs. Equally adventurous and exciting tempo builds up while touring Norbulingka, the summer palace of the Dalai Lama. Jokhang Temple is another important sacred site which unravels more deep seated mysteries of Tibetan Buddhism. Visit to Barkhor Market can be quite a change from other visits as we roam around the city savoring every tiny detail from stall hawkers coaxing their clients to purchase their goods to exhibition of Tibetan culture, custom and tradition. Eventually, the tour for the day concludes as you return to the comforts of your hotel.
Day 05 Sightseeing in Lhasa: Like the previous day, you experience invaluable insights during your visits to Potala Palace and Drepung Monastery. This 17th century Potala Palace offers an awesome view of entire city and also has private quarters of the Dalai Lama, numerous grand state rooms and chapels. Ancient history has it that Drepung Monastery which was built in 14th century used to shelter around 10,000 monks but as now there has been quite a declination resulting in only few hundreds. Tibetans’ respect and belief are immensely knotted with this monastery.
Day 06 Gandan Monastery via Drayerpa Cave, Drigung Tel & Terdrom Hot spring: After breakfast drive to Mozugongar County via Drayerpa Cave, again visit the Gandan Monastery, After finishing your lunch drive to Drigung Tel Monastery & continuous drive to Terdrom hot-spring (75 Kms, off road) for overnight stay in Basic guesthouse.
Day 07 Drive to Reting Monastery (180 Kms, off road): Drive to Damxung county via Reting Monastery (180 Kms, off road) Reting Monastery is the special temple for high Lame like as Dalai lama`s teacher, again to Dangxung County ( 80 Kms), southwest China’s Tibet Autonomous Region, you can see the north Tibet Grass view. Overnight at local Guesthouse.
Day 08 Drive to Namutso Lake (60 Kms, 2 hours): After breakfast drive to Namutso Lake. Nam Co is the highest lake in the world and is 4,718 meters above sea level. It is 72 kilomters long from east to west and 30 kilometers wide from south to north. It has an area of 1,940 square kilometers. Some 60 kilometers to the northwest of Damxung County seat, it is one of the three holy lakes in Tibet and receives high respects among the local people. On the Tibetan year of sheep, pilgrims from faraway come here to walk around the lake. It takes more than 10 days to circle the lake once.Afternoon walk around Lakeside area and this is one of the highest & more beautiful Lake in Tibet, overnight in Lakeside Guesthouse. 4700 M.
09 Morning back to Lhasa via Yabachen Hot spring, 220 Kms, 4 hours drive: Today visit the famous hot spring, and take shower if you are interested, accross North Tibet Grass, Great Nianchentangula Snowing Mt, lunch at Yangbachen small town, afternoon back to Lhasa city. overnight at Kyichu Hotel or Similar hotel in Lhasa.
Day 10 Final departure from Lhasa or extend your tour: From today you are free; so make your own itinerary or contact us to extend your trip. You are responsible for making all the necessary arrangements and return journey to Nepal or towards to mainland China. However, if you would like to fly out from Lhasa to Kathmandu or any other city of mainland China, we can manage the air or Train ticket in advance.
Trip Cost Includes
- Hotel, arrival/departure transfer
- All necessary Tibet travel permits
- Around Lhasa car/min bus transfer
- Accommodation in Tibet on twin sharing basis (except in Terdrom, Dungxung and Namutso Lakeside) with breakfast
- English speaking Tibetan guide
- All fees for sightseeing and Monasteries as outlined in the itinerary
- All applicable taxes and service charges
Trip Cost Does Not Include
- Accommodation in Kathmandu
- Chinese visa fee {depends on the country where you will issue this}
- Flights from Tibetan gateway (Kathmandu, Beijing, Chengdu etc) to Lhasa
- Travel insurance
- Meals other than breakfast in Tibet
- Tips for guides and driver