Destination:
Lhasa (4 Nights) ,Shigatse (2 Nights)
Duration: | 7 Days & 6 Nights |
Tour Type: | Multi-City Tour |
Tour Code: | CTP-215 |
Theme: | Tibet Cultural Tours |
Summary:
Departing from Lhasa and driving all the way up to the Everest Base Camp, you will witness the nomads pasturing, farmers cultivating, hikers trudging, and also how Tibetan adherents worship their God.
1Highlights & Map
This Tour is Best for...
- China Tibet Vacations
- China Adventure Travel
- Soft-adventure
- Out-door
- Natural scenery
- Summer
- Autumn
- Family holidays
- Elder traveler
- 50 plus
- Honeymoon
- Parents & Children
- Economy tour
- Natural sightseeing
- Religious
- Ethnic culture
- Cultural
- Grassland
- World Heritages
- Must-See
- Expats Holidays
- Business & Luxurious
- Hiking & Cycling
- Special Itineraries
2Itinerary
Day 01Lhasa
Destinations: Arrive in Lhasa
Activities:
Our guide will greet you outside the baggage claim area of Lhasa Airport and transfer you to check in the hotel. Upon arrival, you may feel a little bit uncomfortable at 3,650 meters high altitude. It is suggested that you avoid strenuous activities and have a good rest at the hotel today.
Day 02Lhasa
Destinations: Lhasa
Activities:
Today we will visit the highest palace in the world— Potala Palace which is the Dalai Lama's winter palace. It locates on the red hill, a good viewing point in Lhasa.In the afternoon, we go to the renowned Jokhang Temple which will provide us one of your first sights of devout Tibetans. In the temple we will see the glistening Sakyamuni statue which is considered as Tibetan Buddhism's rarity. After then, stroll around the bustling Barkhor Street.
Meals: Lunch
Day 03Lhasa, Shigatse
Destinations: Lhasa-Yamdrok-Gyantse-Shigatse
Activities:
After breakfast, we will drive you southwards to Gyangtse which is located about 230 kilometers from Lhasa. On the way, you will drop in at the Yamdrok Yumtso Lake, which is one of the three sacred lakes in Tibet and located 4,441 meters above sea level. The crystal and quiet lake under pure sky is praised to be a graceful beauty in the arm of the magnificent Himalayas. Enjoy a picnic lunch at holy Yamdrok Tso Lake.Continue drive to Shigatse. On the way, we can see the Karola Glacier and visit Pelkhor monastery for its famous Kumbum Pagoda.Check in hotel at the Shigatse.
Meals: Lunch
Day 04Shigatse, Shegar
Destinations: Shigatse-Shegar
Activities:
After breakfast visit Pachen Lama's seat place, the great Tashilumpo monastery, a very big and complex monastery in Tibet. Then, have a look at the Local Market.Today will continue drive to Shegar on the way,visit Sakya Monastery.After lunch, drive to Shegar( new Tingri).
Meals: Lunch
Day 05Shegar, Shigatse
Destinations: Shegar-Everest Base Camp-Shigatse
Activities:
Today break away from the Friendship Highway and travel towards Rongbuk near the Mount Everest Base Camp.The most exciting moment of your tour is coming today. From Dingri, we will drive you to the 5,200-meter high Everest Base Camp. The astonishing snow mountain and changeful cloud will be in your touch. Besides, you will tour around the Rongbuk Monastery located 5,150 meters above sea level, the world highest monastery. The monastery is small in size, but it has many colorful and lively murals as well as the mildest atmosphere.Later,drive back to Shigatse.
Meals: Lunch
Day 06Shigatse, Lhasa
Destinations: Shigatse-Lhasa
Activities:
The road condition from Shigatse back to Lhasa is not bad. Again, you could have a glance at those scenic villages, mountains and streams en route. Please ease yourself during this 400-kilometer's driving.
Meals: Lunch
Day 07Lhasa
Destinations: Depart from Lhasa
Activities: Our guide will transfer you to the airport to take the homeward flight. Wish you a nice trip back home with beautiful memories of your China Tour!
3Price Policy
Price Includes
- Hotel accommodation in twin shared room with daily breakfast.
- Meals as specified in the itinerary (B=Breakfast L=Lunch D=Dinner).
- Domestic flights, trains or buses as specified in the itinerary
- Airport tax and fuel fee.
- Private car/coach for transfers service and sightseeing program as indicated in the itinerary.
- Local English-speaking tour guide for transfers and sightseeing program as indicated in each city.
- Entrance fees to scenic spots as indicated in the itinerary.
- Service charge and government Taxes.
Price Excludes
- Entry or exit China international airfare or train tickets.
- Hotel room/cruise cabin single supplement.
- Personal expenses such as laundry, drinks, fax, telephone call, optional activities, etc.
- Gratuities to the tour guide, driver and hotel bellboy.
- Fees for entry visa to China.
- Traveler insurance.
- Services not mentioned in the itinerary.
Cancellation in advance | Cancellation penalty |
More than 30 days | No Cancellation Fee |
30-10 days | 50% of the full payment |
9-0 days or no show | 100% of the full payment |
4Things to Do

Lhasa Food & Restaurants
There are so many restaurants in Lhasa that it is possible to eat in a different place every night! The food includes Tibetan cuisine...

Lhasa Accommodation
There are more than fifty star hotels in Lhasa, ranging from the three to four-stars, the majority of them located in Lhasa City. The prices of ...

Lhasa Transportation
Transportation condition in Tibet has changed greatly in recent years. Lhasa can be accessed by air, train or...
5Reviews
recommend
Ms. Mr. Kiangmin
(Korea, Dem Peoples Rep)
Sep.17, 2012
- "a must see in China"
- Gorgeous place, Tibet. I spent an amazing vacation in Tibet, Lhasa and Shigatse. The first day , as expected I didn’t fell well but only tired and sleepy. However after a few hours’ rest I got refreshed and went on my tour to the Potala Palace. It was standing on the red mountain decorating with red and white bricks. I went back at night to see the night view. There was a small dog wondering in the ground. Leaving Lhasa we went to Shigatze. That was also an amazing city with great landscape. I was so impressive.
recommend
Ms. Mr. Ian
(Netherlands)
Sep.17, 2012
- "Great"
- Great, I strongly recommend this tour to all the tourists who would like to see what is like a fairyland. The Potala Palace can be called a magic, no matter from the architecture or construction. Great.
recommend
Ms. Mr. hanson
(Finland)
Sep.17, 2012
- "worth to go"
- I was so impressed by the temples, pure sky and mountain peak I saw along the road. There were not many people but only endless land and pure lakes. Hotels and caterings in Tibet was not that good compare to normal cities, but it worth to go.
6Questions & Answers
Questions & Answers
Sep. 26,2015 16:54
Asked by Mr.George Godward (China)
- What are the available dates in April 2016?
- Apart from the dates what is the cost?
Jun. 21,2013 17:24
Asked by Ms.Bayarlkham (Mongolia)
- Please let me know quote of this trip for 3 people? Thanks
- We are interested in the cheapest budget trip. Accommodation could be youth hostel or guest house.
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