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5-Day Classic Lhasa Tour: Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, Dre

5-Day Classic Lhasa Tour: Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, Dre

This tour includes:

Others

Entrance fees Tibet Permit(China required)

Guide

Local English-speaking guide

Accommodation

4-star hotel 4 nights

Hygieneprotocol

Mouth masks are provided.

Transport

Private Vehicle

Meals

4 breakfasts 3 lunches

Not included:

Insurance

Please buy your travel insurance

Others

Gratuities

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Itinerary of your trip 5-Day Classic Lhasa Tour: Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, Dre

  • Day 1 Day 1: Lhasa Arrival
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Lhasa Arrival

      Upon your arrival at Lhasa airport, you will be welcomed by your local English speaking guide, then transferred to your hotel in Lhasa city (1.5-hour drive). Have a rest in your hotel. Do relax and get adapted to the high altitude. 

      Remark: Having a good rest/sleep in your hotel is the best way to get acclimatized to the high altitude for the new-comers of Tibet. DO NOT rush to visit attractions immediately once you arrive. You can take a stroll near your hotel if you adapt the plateau very soon. But donโ€™t go too far and be too exciting! 

      Overnight in Lhasa 4-star hotel

      Meal: NULL

  • Day 2 Day 2: Potala Palace - Jokhang Temple - Barkhor Street
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Potala Palace - Jokhang Temple - Barkhor Street

      Today you will visit Potala Palace -- the landmark of Lhasa, also the highest ancient palace & castle in the world. It was the former residence of the Dalai Lama. Now it is a palace with a lot of valuable and beautiful artworks inside. 

      Afternoon, you will visit Jokhang Temple, the ultimate pilgrimage destination for Tibetan Pilgrims. It was on the UNESCOโ€™s World Heritage list together with Potala Palace.

      Then you are free to explore on Barkhor Street, which is surrounding Jokhang Temple. You can see some pilgrims walking or progressing body-lengths by body-lengths along Barkhor Street, all the way to Jokhang Temple.

      Overnight in Lhasa 4-star hotel

      Meal: Breakfast, Lunch

  • Day 3 Day 3: Drepung Monastery - Sera Monastery - Norbulingka Park
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Drepung Monastery - Sera Monastery - Norbulingka Park

      After breakfast, you will visit Drepung Monastery, which is the largest of all Tibetan monasteries in the world. Itโ€™s also the resident for Dalai Lama before Potala Palace built.  

      Afternoon, you will visit Sera Monastery, one of the three great monasteries in Tibet. it is famous for "Debating of Buddhist Doctrines" by Lamas. Itโ€™s very interesting to see their although you donโ€™t understand Tibetan language.

      Norbulingka Park, the "Summer Palace" in Tibet. It is the biggest man-made garden in Tibet Autonomous Region.

      Overnight in Lhasa 4-star hotel

      Meal: Breakfast, Lunch

  • Day 4 Day 4: Lhasa - Yamdrok Lake - Lhasa
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Lhasa - Yamdrok Lake - Lhasa

      The holy lake Yamdrok Yumtso is Tibetan language, means "Green Jade Lake". It locates about 170km (110 miles) away from Lhasa. Altitude is 4441 metres ( l14,570 feet) , but the best place you stand to watch it on the mountain is at the altitude of 4700 meters (15,419 feet).  Its beautiful blue water is surrounded by the dull gray and green mountains. After that, youโ€™ll be transferef back to hotel in Lhasa.

      Overnight in Lhasa 4-star hotel

      Meal: Breakfast, Lunch

  • Day 5 Day 5: Depart From Lhasa
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Depart From Lhasa

      After the breakfast, you will be transferred to the airport for your next destination.

      Overnight  none.

      Meal: Breakfast

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Average

There are several physical activities that last from 2 to 6 hours in easy terrains, low altitude flats, or water experiences. Please ask if youโ€™re not sure this applies to you.

Age range

Age range

Min: 18 / Max: 60

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