Across the Heart of Tibet: Lhasa, Tsedang, Samye & Shigatse 7D6N Cultural Journey
Fixed departure schedule – ideal for travelers seeking an organized group experience through Central Tibet
Begin your adventure in the holy city of Lhasa, acclimatize to the altitude and explore Barkhor Street on your own
Visit the iconic Potala Palace, spiritual Jokhang Temple, and the lush gardens of Norbulingka Palace
Journey to Samye Monastery, Tibet’s first Buddhist monastery, and discover the historical sites of Youmbhu Lhakang and Tandu Monastery in Chatang
Marvel at the breathtaking Yamdrok Lake and the serene Manduling Monastery en route to Gyantse
Explore Kumbum Stupa inside Pelkor Chode Monastery and continue to Shigatse, the second largest city in Tibet
Visit the grand Tashilhunpo Monastery, seat of the Panchen Lama, and continue your spiritual exploration at Sakya Monastery
Enjoy scenic highland landscapes, ancient temples, and a rich blend of Tibetan Buddhist traditions
The journey ends with a return to Lhasa, offering time to reflect or prepare for your next destination
Itinerary
Day 01
Early morning departure to Lhasa by flight and once you land our representation will pick up you and transfer you to hotel. Full day rest for acclimatization. Evening visit Barkhor street by yourself.
Day 02
After breakfast visit, Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple and Norbulinka Palace. Evening free.
Day 03
Drive to Samye and visit Samye Monastery, drive to Chatang visit Youmbhu Lhakang and Tandu Monastery. Drive back to Chatang.
Day 04
Drive to Gyantse, on the way visit Yamdok Lake and Manduling Monastery, drive continue to Gyantse.
Day 05
Morning visit Kumbum Palkhor Monastery and drive to Shegatse, visit Tashi Lhumpo Monastery, continue drive to Sakya and visit Sakya monastery. Evening free.
Day 06
Morning drive to Lhasa and evening free.
Day 07
Early morning departure to Kathmandu by flight.
All You Need for a Worry-Free Journey in Tibet – Pricing & What’s Covered
Package Cost Includes:
All accommodation in Tibet with BB basis.
All transportation in Tibet side, according to group size.
All entry, travel & road permit fees in Tibet
English speaking Tibetan guide in Tibet.
Airport pick and drop service as per itinerary.
Oxygen cylinder and Oximeter
Package Cost Excludes:
Beverage and personal nature cost
Kathmandu-Lhasa-Kathmandu Air fare. (Note: Ticket fare is $ 750 per pax, Subject to change)
Nepal entry and re-entry visa fees for non-residence Indian
All sightseeing in Kathmandu.
Visa fees of China Tibet
Pick up and drop in Kathmandu.
Hotel in Kathmandu
Rescue & emergency cost
If any members exit before the trip ends in Tibet the visa split and extra transportations
Tips for supporting
Warm Tips
1.Travelers with severe high blood pressure or heart disease should not go to Tibet. Please do not bring serious colds into Tibet. Don’t go before the serious colds recovered!
2.Tibet is located in the plateau and most of the travelers might have plateau reaction. Please pay attention to rest and have proper diet (do not eat too full, because it will increase the burden of the stomach). Travelers can be appropriate to take some drugs, such as: Gaoyuan An, Rhodiola, Nuodi Kang; travelers with serious can appropriately take oxygen or hanging saline.
3.Because of the long drive in Tibet, travelers will spend a lot of time in the car, and inevitably can not eat on time, please bring some snacks and biscuits during drive.
4.Due to the special conditions in Tibet, please pay attention to keep warm. On the first day of arrival, please do not try to take a bath. Taking a bath will accelerate blood circulation and increase the body’s demand for oxygen.
5.Tibet has a strong sunshine, especially dry climate, sunscreen, sunglasses, lip balm and other essential are necessary.
6.From April to November is the best time for sightseeing.