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All necessary Tibet travel permits Pickups and drops from airport andHOTEL Private vehicles for transportation Accommodation in Lhasa on twin- sharing basis with breakfast English- speaking, trained and experienced Tibetan guide All fees for sightseeing and visits to monasteries as outlined in the itinerary All applicable taxes and service charges Driver’s salary, meals and accommodation Fuel, Road Taxes and Service Charges Government Taxes and Service Charges Chinese visa fee Kathmandu to Lhasa and Lhasa to Kathmandu By Flight

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Day 1 Day 1: Arrival In Lhasa (3,650M/11,972Ft)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Arrival In Lhasa (3,650M/11,972Ft)

Upon arriving at Gonggar Airport in Lhasa, Tibet’s administrative capital and one of the highest cities in the world, you’ll be greeted by a representative from the Alpine Club of Himalaya. If you fly in from Nepal, you’ll experience an hour of stunning views over The Himalayas, considered one of the most beautiful air routes globally. If you travel via mainland China, you can either fly in or take the world’s highest train route to Lhasa.

Lhasa sits at an elevation of about 3,600 meters (11,800 feet) on the Tibetan Plateau, with surrounding mountains reaching up to 5,500 meters (18,000 feet), where the air contains only 68 percent of the oxygen found at sea level. To help you acclimate and minimize altitude sickness, it’s recommended that you rest for the remainder of the day. You’ll spend the night in Lhasa.
Day 2 Day 2: Lhasa Sightseeing: Potala Palace, Norbulingka Palace And Tibet Museum: 5 – 6 Hours
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Lhasa Sightseeing: Potala Palace, Norbulingka Palace And Tibet Museum: 5 – 6 Hours

Lhasa, meaning the “place of the gods,” serves as the religious capital of Tibet. According to legend, Buddhist master Padmasambhava magically subdued the earth demoness here and established the Jokhang Temple atop her heart.

Your visit begins at the Potala Palace, the former residence of the Dalai Lama and now a museum and World Heritage Site. Spanning 400 meters east-west and 350 meters north-south, the palace features sloping stone walls reinforced with copper to protect against earthquakes. It boasts thirteen stories with over 1,000 rooms, 10,000 shrines, and about 200,000 statues, situated 117 meters (384 ft) atop Marpo Ri, the “Red Hill,” rising more than 300 meters (about 1,000 ft) above the valley floor. The palace offers a magnificent view of the valley.
Day 3 Day 3: Ganden Monastery And Drayerpa Cave: 5 – 6 Hours
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Ganden Monastery And Drayerpa Cave: 5 – 6 Hours

In the morning, we’ll drive to Ganden Monastery, one of the “great three” Gelug university monasteries of Tibet, situated atop Wangbur Mountain at an altitude of 4,300 meters. Ganden Monastery is renowned for its exquisite murals and sculptures, featuring over two dozen major chapels with grand Buddha statues. The monastery also houses artifacts belonging to Tsongkhapa, including his tomb, and an armor suit adorned with gems, which was gifted to the monastery by Emperor Qianlong as an offering to Tsongkhapa, the founder of the Gelug sect. Afterward, we’ll drive to Drayerpa Cave, nestled in a picturesque valley, which boasts more than 30 caves used by Lamas for meditation. In the evening, we’ll return to Lhasa for the night.
Day 4 Day 4: Lhasa Sightseeing: Sera Monastery, Drepung Monastery, Jokhang Temple, And Barkhor Bazaar: 5 – 6 Hours
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Lhasa Sightseeing: Sera Monastery, Drepung Monastery, Jokhang Temple, And Barkhor Bazaar: 5 – 6 Hours

We will visit the Drepung Monastery, Sera Monastery, Jokhang Temple, and Barkhor Bazaar. The Drepung Monastery, founded in the 14th century, once housed around 10,000 monks and remains a significant center for Tibetan history, culture, and religious beliefs. Sera Monastery, with its white-washed walls and golden roofs, is well-preserved and offers insight into Tibetan monastic life. The Jokhang Temple, an essential sacred site, reveals deeper aspects of Tibetan Buddhism. We will then explore the Barkhor Bazaar, a vibrant market bustling with open-air stalls, shops, and pilgrims, serving as the heart of Lhasa. Overnight in Lhasa.
Day 5 Day 5: Final Departure- Home Sweet Home
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Final Departure- Home Sweet Home

Departure day; you can complete your last minute shopping. Representatives of Alpine Club of Himalaya will transport you to the airport.

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Itinerary of your trip Explore Lhasa Tour - The Best Of Tibet - 5 Days

Day 1: Arrival In Lhasa (3,650M/11,972Ft)

Day 2: Lhasa Sightseeing: Potala Palace, Norbulingka Palace And Tibet Museum: 5 – 6 Hours

Day 3: Ganden Monastery And Drayerpa Cave: 5 – 6 Hours

Day 4: Lhasa Sightseeing: Sera Monastery, Drepung Monastery, Jokhang Temple, And Barkhor Bazaar: 5 – 6 Hours

Day 5: Final Departure- Home Sweet Home

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