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Lhasa-Potala Palace-Gandan Monastery 5-Day Tour

Tour Route: Lhasa - Potala Palace - Gandan Monastery

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Tour Code: B-A3

Tour Type: Join-in Small Group Tour (Min 2 to Around 12) i

Our Small Group Tour Features:

Guaranteed Departures: Our tour dates are fixed, ensuring each departure is guaranteed.
Flexible Scheduling: If you can't find a date that suits your travel plans, no need to worry. Simply let us know your preferred travel time, and we'll create a custom schedule, inviting others to join you.
Non-shopping Experience: Embrace a non-shopping adventure with us. We promise high-quality tours, ensuring an authentic and enriching experience in Tibet.

Tour Service: Excellent English-speaking Guide & Experienced driver

Time to Vist: Accessible all year round i

This Trip is Available All Year Around:

The best time to explore Mt. Everest are April, May, June, September, October, and November, offering pleasant temperatures for a comfortable experience.
The busiest times/peak season are July, August, and October 1-8, coinciding with peak holiday seasons.
From December to March marks Tibet's winter, an off-peak season. Despite this, Mt. Everest enjoys clear weather during these months, providing excellent visibility. It's the perfect time to witness the stunning sunset and sunrise at Mt. Everest, with lower prices making it an affordable option.

Trip Level: Easy and accessible-suits every fitness level i

Is this Trip Best for me?

Our youngest client of the Mt.Everest trip is 3 months and seasoned explorers reach up to 86 years! For your well-being, if you have any health issues, we recommend consulting your doctor for expert advice.

What Makes Our Trip Different?

Explore the Tibetan monasteries in one go and witness the real-life routines of Tibetan monks. icon

------ Tibetan Travel Guru, Master Kungga Dundruk icon

5 Days from USD595

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Price Guide:

This price is based on double occupancy;
This price is based on 3-star accommodation level in low season;
This price doesn’t include the international airfare.

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Overview & Highlights of this Trip

This 5-day Lhasa-Potala Palace-Gandan Monastery Tour takes in the city's top icons, including the Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, and Barkhor Street, plus the three premier Gelug Sect monasteries of Tibetan Buddhism – Drepung Monastery, Sera Monastery, and Ganden Monastery. You'll also head to nearby Drak Yerpa Monastery for an ancient cave meditation experience.

For a short, in-depth Tibetan cultural and spiritual journey, this is the trip for you.

Highlight 1 of this Trip: Visit Tsurphu Monastery, the birthplace of the renowned reincarnation system for living Buddhas in Tibetan Buddhism.
Highlight 2 of this Trip: Follow the ancient Barkhor Kora route around the Jokhang Temple.

Itinerary Details

Trip at a Glance

Day 1: Arrival in Lhasa

Day 2: Lhasa City Sightseeing

Day 3: Lhasa City Sightseeing

Day 4: Lhasa Surroundings Excursions

Day 5: Depart from Lhasa

Day 1: Arrival in Lhasa

Airport/Train Station-Pickup

Welcome to Lhasa, upon arrival in Lhasa, our guide and driver will meet you and transfer you to your hotel in downtown Lhasa via one-hour expressway drive (70 km). After checking in, we recommend you take some time to rest and acclimatize to the altitude to ensure a smooth start to your journey.

Overnight in Lhasa

Tibetan tour guide greets you at Lhasa Airport.
Lhasa River

Day 2: Lhasa City Sightseeing

Today, you'll visit two iconic monasteries in Lhasa, Drepung Monastery and Sera Monastery. Delve deep into the profound teachings of Tibetan Buddhism and immerse yourself in the quiet, meaningful daily routines of Tibetan monks.

Today, you'll explore two of Lhasa's most important monasteries. Visit Drepung Monastery, once the largest monastery in Tibet, known for its historical significance and beautiful architecture. Walk through its halls, prayer rooms, and monastic kitchens, where Buddhist traditions continue to thrive.

In the afternoon, visit Sera Monastery, best known for its unique monk debates, where monks engage in animated discussions in the courtyard, using expressive gestures to challenge each other's philosophical viewpoints. (Debates are held Monday to Saturday at 3:00 PM, except on Sundays.)

Overnight in Lhasa

Breakfast,Dinner

Drepung Monastery, one of the Great Three Gelug monasteries of Tibet
The Karola Glacier is so close that you will appreciate a spectacular view of the white glacier contrasted with blue sky

Day 3: Lhasa City Sightseeing

Today's highlights: the UNESCO-listed Potala Palace; Jokhang Temple, Tibet's holy site; and a leisurely stroll along Barkhor Street, where pilgrims spin prayer wheels as they perform their sacred kora.

Begin your day with a visit to Potala Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the former winter residence of the Dalai Lama. As you climb its 365 steps, admire its grand halls, ancient murals, sacred Buddha statues, and breathtaking views over Lhasa.

Next, visit Jokhang Temple, Tibet's most sacred pilgrimage site, where the 12-year-old Shakyamuni Buddha statue is enshrined. Then, take a walk along Barkhor Street, a vibrant market where Tibetan pilgrims perform kora (ritual circumambulation), spinning prayer wheels as they walk.

Overnight in Lhasa

Breakfast

Day 4: Lhasa Surroundings Excursions

Today, you will experience meditation in the cave of Drak Yerpa Monastery, and visit Ganden Monastery, the oldest Gelugpa monastery in Tibet.

Today, you'll travel about 30 kilometers from Lhasa to Drak Yerpa Monastery, one of Tibet's most revered meditation sites. Once practiced by Guru Rinpoche, Tsongkhapa, and King Songtsen Gampo, this sacred complex is set amid dramatic cliffs and caves. Walk up to the highest hall, where opening the door reveals a wide valley and distant snow-capped peaks. You may also enter a meditation cave to spend a quiet moment reflecting in a place deeply connected to Tibetan spiritual history.

In the afternoon, continue to Ganden Monastery, the principal teaching seat of Tsongkhapa, founder of the Gelug school and the oldest Gelug monastery in Tibet. Perched high along a mountain ridge, the monastery offers sweeping views of the surrounding valleys. After visiting its main halls, join local pilgrims on a scenic 40-minute kora (ritual circumambulation) around the monastery.

Overnight in Lhasa

Breakfast

Day 5: Depart from Lhasa

Your incredible journey is to an end.

Your remarkable journey through Tibet is coming to an end. At the scheduled time, we will transfer you to the airport or train station for your departure.

Thank you for traveling with us. Wishing you a smooth journey ahead, and we look forward to welcoming you back to Tibet in the future!

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Tour Cost & Schedule

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Please Note:

If you couldn’t find a tour date suitable for your travel schedule in the above form, please contact our travel experts and they will help you plan a delightful vacation to Tibet at the BEST local price.

Discount:

1.) 5% off for those booking the tour together with other two travelers (3 or 3 above in total) at the same time;

2.) 5% off for those booking the tour 3 months in advance.

3.) Please kindly be aware that the two discounts mentioned above cannot be enjoyed simultaneously.

From Tibet travel permits to local accommodations and transportation, we've got you covered. While train and flight tickets to Tibet are not included, we ensure seamless and 100% guaranteed booking for your convenience.

Your Tibet tour experience starts with us!

Price Inclusions:

Transportation--In a comfortable tourist vehicle with an attentive and reliable driver.
Accommodation---In star hotels and local guesthouses listed in the itinerary.
Meals--Breakfast is provided by the hotel, 1 welcome dinner.
Guide--Excellent English-speaking guide.
Entrance ticket--All ticketed attractions listed in the itinerary are included, specifically including the Drepung Monastery, Sera Monastery, Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, Drak Yerpa Monastery and Gandan Monastery.
Tibet Permits--Tibet Travel Permit application service and mailing within China, as well as the arrangement of other necessary travel permits for foreign visitors in Tibet.
Travel Insurance--Travel Accident Insurance, Vehicle Seat Insurance, and Travel Agency Liability Insurance
Oxygen and Water--Two bottles of portable oxygen for emergency use, unlimited drinking water provided as long as there is no waste, and a medical oxygen cylinder (5L-10L, adjusted based on the team size) available in the vehicle when heading to EBC.
Exquisite Tibetan gifts and travel map
Pick up and Drop off--For train arrivals, pick-up is arranged based on arrival time with no waiting, while for flights, scheduled airport shuttles run at fixed times as follows:

Price Exclusion:

International and domestic Transportation to and from Tibet
Personal expense-Laundry, drink, fax, telephone call, optional tour activities, etc
Single room supplement for solo travelers who require single room
Some Meal expenses not included in the Tour (the guide will assist in arranging and recommending meals; you are responsible for the cost)
If you are satisfied with the service of the guide and driver, a tip of $7 per day per traveler is recommended.

What Our Customers Saying

5 Reviews

C**Australia

2025-12-19 01:42:50

Hi, Tenzing,

My husband and I are both very happy with the services provided by Tibet Tour Team.

The Tibet Tour team has been very helpful, courteous and prompt with our enquiries.

Special thanks to Kristen for organizing delivery of our Tibet permit and reorganizing our new flights out of Tibet, when our original flights were cancelled. Kristen sorted out the flights promptly, provided us with the options and it was truly hassle free for us.

Destination: Lhasa,Everest,Ngari

Travel dates: 2024-05-21

Travel consultant: Cassius

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L**United Kingdom

2024-06-14 22:27:38

Hi, Tenzing,

The trip was simply amazing. Our guide, Lhasa Lhakpa, was great, and very knowledgeable about culture, religion, and history. Was always willing to answer any and all questions.
Even though I got sick two days into the trip, I still had a great time thanks to Lhakpa. He made sure to check in on me and that I got the medication/rest I needed (same with others who struggled with the altitude change).
Nyima, our driver, was excellent. He always helped to load/unload our luggage and kept the bus clean and tidy. The both of them also provided us with tea and snacks during the long rides, which was really nice.
All in all, I cannot recommend this trip enough.
I also need to mention my agent Laura, who was an absolute gem. Her support made my trip so much more stress-free. She did not only provide help with my Tibet trip but also with my trips to other parts of China.

loat**Greece

2024-05-07 20:14:50

Hi, Tenzing,

Thanks, Kristin. Iam now on my way to Xining by train. I wanted to say that I really enjoyed the Tibet experience and wanted to thank you again for the good organisation. Also, I wanted to mention that Tashi is a very good and knowledgeable guide and I can't thank him enough for his help during the tour!

All the best and until next time,

Ioannis

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I cannot recommend it highly enough!

Kristen liaised with plenty of information prior to the trip and warned about the road conditions, the toilets, lack of showers in places etc. I think all of these points are really important, and I appreciated being mentally prepared for all of these, as well as bringing wet wipes, prunes, toilet paper and a neck pillow. There are long days in the bus where natural toilets are way better options than manmade ones. I was very appreciative as my tour guide Pasang was always considerate of the fact I was the only female on the trip, and he was proactive in finding me a spot.

The tour was broken up with days traveling and monetary visits, time taken at the lake, Glacier and other various photo opportunities. Pasang gave us ample information to understand what was happening, what we were doing next and from the outset he called us friends and really meant it. He was very relaxed and approachable and managed to explain complex ideas in the monasteries etc in an easy to digest way, even for people with no prior knowledge. Pasang was awesome in that he kept tabs on everyone’s interest/energy levels and adapted his level of detail accordingly. He also provided coffee at break times on the journey which was a saviour to most on the bus each morning.

The one thing I was a little nervous about prior to this trip was altitude sickness. What I really liked about this tour is that you gradually get higher and higher in altitude so it gives you a chance to adapt. You get a few days in Lhasa to become accustomed before getting more out and about. I think actually Pasang switched up the order of a nights accommodation to make it easier for us finding it harder to adjust. One thing I recommend that saved me and my afternoon/early morning headaches (once I had had plenty of water) was coke. Normally don’t drink the stuff but it really did help with my aggressive/persistent headaches. These are available most places so that was lucky. Pasang also had plenty of oxygen canisters available but I wasn’t feeling short of breath so didn’t use them.

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Asked by Liliana Me** from Macau

plan a 7-8days trip for me and my boyfriend in April

Hi! I would like to plan a 7-8days trip for me and my boyfriend in April (3rd to 10th ideally) to Nepal, Tibet, and, if possible, Bhutan. Do you think it would be doable? Based on what I read, there are some places/things to do to consider: Nepal: Everest Base Camp trek and the Annapurna Circuit, ancient temples, sacred sites like Lumbini, Kathmandu, Tibet: The Potala Palace in Lhasa and the Jokhang Temple. eventually the holy Mount Kailash or the high-altitude plains. Bhutan: Thimphu, Paro, and the famous Tiger’s Nest Monastery. To take part in cultural traditions, yoga, meditation... Of course I am open to any recommendations you could make. For your reference, we are both based in Asia: him, in Bangkok and myself in Macau. Thank you so much for the information you could provide and, if possible, an estimated budget for your offer.

Oct 23, 2025 10:30
Answered by Tibet Tour team

Thank you for your inquiry. Our travel advisor has sent a timely response to your email regarding you and your boyfriend's travel plan. Please check your inbox.

Jun 21, 2024 2:17
Asked by Ke** from Singapore

Cycling Tour to Mt Kailash

Hi , we are planning a Cycling Trip once Tibet opens for Tourism. The plan is we shall arrive to Kathmandu , travel to the border and enter via Kerung. Can you pls send a day to day Itinerary starting from Kerung - Lake Manasarovar - Darchen - Asthapath. We shall go around Kailash on foot and resume Cycling back to Kerung. We are a Group of 6-8 persons. Thanks Pls send ur reply to Kevin

Jun 21, 2024 2:17
Answered by Tibet Tour team

Thanks for your inquiry. Our travel expert will send you a detailed itinerary according to your plan and help you arrange the best trip. Please check your email box.

Jun 21, 2024 12:30
Asked by Debo** from USA

Please can you tell me the prices and dates for the Tibet Luxury Tour.

Also, could you please provide a detailed itinerary - I want to see how many hours are spent on buses/vehicles. Thank you! Deborah

Jun 21, 2024 12:31
Answered by Tibet Tour team

Thank you for your inquiry. Travel time by vehicle depends on your route. For tours outside Lhasa, it often involves several hours of driving, with opportunities for short stops in local villages. Our one-on-one travel consultant will contact you to learn more about your plans and provide detailed schedules based on your route.

Jun 20, 2024 6:59
Asked by S** from HongKong

Tibet Tour from HK

May I know if holding Mainland Travel Permit for HK Residents. is it also need to get the visa permit to Tibet and what is the procedure if need to apply? Thank you

Jun 20, 2024 7:00
Answered by Tibet Tour team

Dear Shek, Thank you for reaching out and we are here to help. For Hong Kong residents that want to travel to Tibet, a Tibet Travel permit is not required, as long as you have the HKSAR passport, as well as the Home Return Permit (HRP). Officially known as the Mainland Travel Permit for Hong Kong and Macao Residents, the HRP can be issued to Chinese nationals that are permanent residents of Hong Kong in order to enter mainland China. Cheers!

Jun 20, 2024 2:30
Asked by Na** from USA

Is Kailash Mansarovar Trip open for Indian Passport Holder?

Is it open for Indian Passport Holder?

Jun 20, 2024 2:30
Answered by Tibet Tour team

Dear Nayak, Thank you for reaching out! We're here to help. Well, for Indian passport holders who plan to visit Mt. Kailash, you have to book your Tibet tour with a licensed Nepali or Indian travel agency that is authorized by the Foreign Affairs Office of TAR or Pilgrim Center (also known as Tibet-India Pilgrim Reception Center) to get your Tibet Travel Permit and run your Tibet tour. If you are an Indian origin who lives outside of India and have another passport, let's say a US or Canadian passport, in this case, we can help you get the Tibet Travel Permit and other travel documents and arrange the Mt. Kailash tours for you.

Jun 16, 2024 9:40
Asked by A** from Singapore

Enquiry on private tour

We are planning a trip from Hong Kong to Tibet during the 12th to 21st of April. We want a private tour that covers all the scenic places as well as the EBC. Please advise an itinerary along with the cost breakdown. Thanks.

Jun 16, 2024 9:40
Answered by Tibet Tour team

Dear Azmi, Thanks for your inquiry. A viable option is to fly from HK to Chengdu and later take Chengdu-Lhasa train to Lhasa. You may enjoy the Lhasa to EBC tour from Lhasa to Gyantse, Shigatse, and EBC, which is the most popular itineraries in Tibet. Our travel consultants will have a detailed discussion with you and give you an accurate quotation. Looking forward to seeing you in Lhasa. Best Wishes.

Jun 15, 2024 11:14
Asked by Na** from Canada

We would like to take the train from Xining to Lhasa

Hello We are a family of 3 (2 adults, 1 child) and would like to visit Tibet again in 2025. We would like to take the train from Xining to Lhasa, then stay in Lhasa and mostly just walk around Barkhor, but also visit 3 monasteries: Sera (by bus), Drak Yerpa (by pilgrimage bus) and Tschokhang. We would like to stay in Lhasa for 10 days total, then leave by plane. Can you arrange a permit for this trip for us (3 Canadians)? Best regards, Brigitte Mueller

Jun 15, 2024 11:14
Answered by Tibet Tour team

Dear Nancy, We appreciate your message and are here to help. Of course, it is our great privilege to arrange a private Lhasa family tour for your family and help you secure the Tibet Travel Permit and Xining-Lhasa train ticket to Lhasa. Our friendly travel consultants will discuss with you for more details and help you plan an uplifting Tibet tour. Cheers!

Jun 15, 2024 11:12
Asked by Gr** from Canada

The "Tibet Entry Permit" should be apply

I heard from my friend that says there is difference between the above mentioned are: "Individual Tibet Entry Permit" - Individual Entering Tibet is granted. "Group Tibet Entry Permit" - Anyone from the group is Absent, the whole group is deny entry. May I know which one is the correct facts?

Jun 15, 2024 11:12
Answered by Tibet Tour team

Tibet Travel Permit, the required travel document for entering Tibet Autonomous Region, has no distinction between individual and group. . What your friends might have mentioned is the Group Visa, specifically required for entry into Tibet from Nepal. You'll have to apply for the Group Visa at the Chinese Embassy in Kathmandu, and you'll need at least four people in your group. You'll all have to enter and leave Tibet together. But if you're entering Tibet from mainland China, you don't need this group thing. Our travel consultant will contact you with more details and help you arrange your trip to Tibet.

Jun 15, 2024 11:10
Asked by Tam** from Singapore

Sightseeing Potala Palace

I would like to travel to Tibet in September 2024 from Kathmandu. Sightseeing Potala Palace, Jokhang temple and many more.

Jun 15, 2024 11:10
Answered by Tibet Tour team

Dear Tamang, We appreciate your message and are here to help. September is a perfect time to travel from Kathmandu to Tibet. You can sign up for our 8-day Kathmandu to Lhasa overland small group tour via Gyirong, EBC and Shigatse. This tour has fixed departures on Sept 6/13/20/27 and you can travel with other global travelers to share the tour cost. Another great option is to fly from Kathmandu to Lhasa and book the 8-day Lhasa to Everest Base Camp Small Group Tour to admire the majestic Himalayan range and travel across Lhasa and Shigatse, two of the biggest cities in Tibet. For both ways, our travel agents will help you get your Tibet Travel Permit and other travel documents needed and arrange the accommodations, local expert guide, etc. based on your travel preferences and interests. Cheers!

Jun 15, 2024 11:06
Asked by Ka** from Singapore

plan to travel to Mount Kailash

Hi I am Indian residing in Singapore and plan to travel to Mount Kailash in first week of September. I am all by myself and would like to join any travel group. How do i apply for tibet visa? How do i apply for Chinese visa? Could you help me with Travel Itinerary? Regards.

Jun 15, 2024 11:06
Answered by Tibet Tour team

Dear Kadam, We appreciate your message and are here to help. If you are an Indian national with a Singapore passport, you can sign up for our 15-day Kailash and Manasarova Small Group Tour that departs on Sept, 1st. Firstly, you need to go to the Chinese Embassy in Singapore and fill out the application form to apply for the Chinese Visa yourself. After you get your Chinese Visa, you are expected to email the photos of your Singapore passport information page and Chinese Visa page to us to apply for Tibet Travel Permit on your behalf. Remember to do this at least 20 days before your departure to Tibet. We will manage to deliver the Tibet Travel Permit to your hotel in the Chinese arrival city. So, you can show the Tibet Permit and board the flight or train to Lhasa. Our expert travel agents will offer you more details and help you plan a seamless Lhasa to Mt. Kailash tour. Cheers!

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