6 DAYS, TIBET IN CLOSE UP

Itinerary

ITINERARY IN DETAILS:

DAY 01: ARRIVE LHASA
Fly to Lhasa via Chengdu.
Upon arrival in Lhasa, the capital, met & drive about 1.5 hours to Lhasa or Shangbala
At 3500m, it is advisable to take the rest of the day easily for better acclimatization. Have a leisurely 1 hour orientation drive around Lhasa city before dinner in the old city center.

DAY 02: LHASA
This morning, we tour Potala Palace - listed as an UNESCO world heritage site. It dominates the city of Lhasa and is perhaps the most famous landmark of Tibet. Afternoon, we cover Jokhang monastery - the "central cathedral", the Nunnery, which is the only one inside Lhasa city, Barkhor - the bustling market in the heart of old Lhasa with its narrow streets.
(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner included)

DAY 03: LHASA
Today, we make an excursion to Ganden Monastery about 2 hours drive away. The Monastery is at 4500m and commands a great view. We will arrange for you to have a session with the monks for discussion. You will also enjoy a ½-day hike around the surrounding villages to experience the Tibetan rural life. Packed lunch.
(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner included)

DAY 04: LHASA/NACHU
In the morning, we drive 100 km (2 hours) northward to visit Yangpachen county, famous for its hot springs. En route, we will enjoy the beautiful northern Tibetan grassland. After having lunch in Yangpachen, we will visit the hot springs and overlook the thermoelectricity plant.
In the afternoon continue another 2 hours drive northward towards Dangxiong. Enjoy excellent views of the well known Nyainqentanglha Range en route. We will drive to visit Namtso Lake, the largest Sacred lake in Tibet. With limpid blue water, the lake has a magnificent reflection of the sky and a marvelous view of snow-capped mountains, glaciers, pastures and yurts. Check into Nachu Hotel.
(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner included)

DAY 05: NACHU/LHASA
Today, we will drive 4 hours back to Lhasa. En route, visit a local Tibetan village ,to see their traditional tranquil lifestyle. Check into Shangbala or Lhasa Hotel.
In the afternoon, we catch the monk debating at Sera Monastery, which is one of the best-preserved monasteries in Tibet. Within its whitewashed walls and golden roofs, several hundred monks live and study. We also visit the Lhasa Museum.
(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner included)

DAY 06: LHASA/ DEPART CHENGDU
Transfer to the airport for flight back home via Chengdu.
(Breakfast included)