5 Days Lhasa and Yamdrok Lake Tour
Tour Route: Lhasa-Yamdrok Lake
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Tour Code: TB-A4
Tour Type: Join-in Small Group Tour (Min 1 to Around 12) i
- 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:
Tibetan Local Tour Guide & Driver
Time to Vist:
Available All Year Around i
- 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 - suitable for all levels of fitness, family with kids and senior groups. i
- 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.
5 Days from USD718
- 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.
Overview & Highlights of this Trip
In addition to exploring the majestic Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple and Monasteries in Lhasa, if you want to immerse yourself in the natural beauty of Tibetan snow-capped mountains and lakes, we recommend the 5-day tour of Lhasa and Yamdrok Lake. Avoiding the crowded main traffic routes, we will take you through tranquil villages beneath the snow-capped mountains, crossing quiet paths along the shores of Yamdrok Lake. When you reach the mountain's summit, the panoramic view of the lake, islands, and snow-capped mountains will unfold before you. Every angle of the stunning Yamdrok Lake offers a different and breathtaking landscape.
Itinerary Details
Trip at a Glance
Day 1: Arrive in Lhasa
Day 2: Lhasa City Sightseeing
Day 3: Lhasa City Sightseeing
Day 4: Lhasa-Yamdrotso Lake
Day 5: Depart from Lhasa
Day 1: Arrive in Lhasa
Upon arrival in Lhasa, our tour guide will meet you at the airport/train station and takeyou to hotel in Lhasa. In the rest of the day, please rest well and adapt to the altitude.
Welcome to Tibet! Upon your arrival, our friendly guide and driver will warmly welcome you at the airport, presenting you with a traditional Tibetan white scarf called "Khata." With just a one-hour drive on the expressway (70 kilometers), the driver will take you to comfortable hotel in downtown Lhasa. After checking in at the hotel, take the time to rest and acclimatize to the altitude (3,650 meters), ensuring a good and healthy start to your journey on the plateau.
Gang-Gyan Hotel Lhasa or similarDay 2: Lhasa City Sightseeing
Visit the Drepung Monastery in the morning, in the afternoon, visit the Sera Monastery and watch the monks’ debate activities.
Today, you will explore two distinctive Monastery in Lhasa, Drepungand Sera, both offering a unique insight into Tibetan Buddhism. You will visit the Buddhist halls, Buddhist colleges, and the monks' kitchen, witnessing how they engage in special debates to study Buddhist teachings.
Sera Monastery is renowned for its lively Buddhist debates,
showcasing the essence of Tibetan Buddhism. Monks employ exaggerated body language, engaging in dance-like discussions about Buddhist philosophy, demonstrating their knowledge in a spirited manner.
In the evening, the guide will accompany the group to a traditional Tibetan restaurant for a welcome dinner, marking the beginning of your journey in Tibet.
Gang-Gyan Hotel Lhasa or similar
Breakfast,DinnerDay 3: Lhasa City Sightseeing
Visit the Potala Palace, and participate in local Tibetan folk activities in the Local Park under the palace; Visit the Jokhang Temple and Barkor Street. Having tea the sweet tea house to experience Tibetan social culture.
Today, let's explore into the treasures of Lhasa, the Potala Palace, the former residence of the Dalai Lama and acclaimed as the world's highest palace. The Jokhang Temple and Barkhor Street, the Center of Tibetan Faithboth, both designated UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
The Potala Palace, towering majestically over the red hills in the center of Lhasa, was once the religious and political center of Tibet. As you climb the 365 steps to the main building, you'll explore the Dalai Lama's former political hall, the prayer halls, and the tomb stupa. Here, you'll encounter remarkable murals and exquisite Buddha statues, showcasing the accumulated wealth and treasures of ancient Tibet.
The Jokhang Temple, revered for housing the 12-year-old statue of Shakyamuni, is considered the holiest site in Tibet and a lifelong pilgrimage destination for Tibetans. You can join the pilgrims to walk in Barkor street and experience the soul of the city. The guide will also accompany you to a local Tibetan teahouse, offering insight into the social culture.
Gang-Gyan Hotel Lhasa or similarBreakfast,DinnerDay 4: Lhasa-Yamdrotso Lake
Drive along an alternative route to reach the Lu Ri La view point at Yamdrok Lake. Enjoy the panoramic views of the lake with snow-capped mountains and scattered islands. Follow the lakeshore to appreciate diverse perspectives of Yamdrok Lake. Visit the isolated island monastery, Rituo Monastery, on the lake and savor lunch and coffee by the lakeside, experiencing a leisurely time on the lakeshore. Later, return to Lhasa via the YamdrokGarbalang viewpoint.
Today is a leisure day entirely dedicated to you, surrounded by the breathtaking views of Yamdrok Lake in 360 degrees. In addition to enjoying the lake from various viewpoints, you can interact with the cattle and sheep along the lakeshore. We have prepared lunch for you by the lake, allowing you to freely savor the beauty and tranquility under the sun.
You will visit a temple known as the world's loneliest monastery - Rituo Monastery, situated on a solitary island in Yamdrok Lake. With only one or two monks practicing in isolation, Rituo Monastery offers a unique perspective with its panoramic views of the azure lake.
Finally, we will head to another viewpoint, Gangbala Viewpoint, to marvel at the panoramic scenery of Yamdrok Lake. Afterward, we return to Lhasa.
Gang-Gyan Hotel Lhasa or similarBreakfast,LunchDay 5: Depart from Lhasa
Escort tourists from the hotel to the airport/train station to end their Tibet trip.
Your Tibet journey officially concludes today, and We will accompany you to the airport/train station. We appreciateto spend this wonderful time with us in Tibet. Wishing you a safe journey ahead!
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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:
Tibet Travel Permit application service and mailing service within China
Entrance tickets to listed attractions and activities
Accommodation in star hotels with breakfast throughout the journey
Transportation in a comfortable tourist vehicle with attentive and reliable driver service
Excellent Tibetan English-speaking guide
Farm house lunch, welcome dinner
Travel accident insurance and High altitude sickness insurance
On-board medical oxygen supply for travel in high-altitude areas
Exquisite Tibetan gifts and travel map
Shuttle service between Airport/Train station and Lhasa City
Price Exclusion:
International and domestic Transportation to and from Tibet
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)
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