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5 Days Lhasa & Yamdrotso Lake Group Tour

5 Days Lhasa & Yamdrotso Lake Group Tour

This tour includes:

Accommodation

Lodgings: 4 Nights, twin room en suite in 3โ˜…/4โ˜…, 1 Night, dorm bed at GUESTHOUSE or NOMAD TENT;

Others

Free Lhasa Railway Station transfer at all times on first & last day Pick-up from the airport to the hotel at 9:30 am, 1:00 pm and 4:00 pm on the first day Drop-off from your hotel to Lhasa Gonggar Airport at 8:30 am, 12:30 pm and 2:30 pm on the last day; Attractions: all entrance fee mentioned in the itinerary Permit: Tibet Tourism Bureau Permit (TTtimesthe B) Travel Agency Liability insurance fees Government Tax Express delivery fee of Permit (eg. SF. Express) Oxygen tank for emergency use Two bottles of mineral water per person per day

Guide

Experienced local English-speaking tour guide

Insurance

Travel Agency Liability insurance

Transport

Travel-licensed vehicle according to group size & season as itinerary needed including gas and parking fee Local transport

Meals

Meal: 4 Breakfasts

Not included:

Flights

Others

International flight to and out of China Domestic flight/train to and out of Lhasa; (Weโ€™d like to book the domestic flight/train ticket at the BEST price. Please contact us for details.) Lunch & Dinner are not included but we will recommend some good ones for you according to your requirements. Usually, it takes 3-10 USD per person for each meal. While Gratuities for guide and driver is NOT mandatory, it is expected. Based on their service, you can tip them on the last day of the tour. Each of you is suggested to tip them 5-10 USD/day in total Personal expenses Anything not mentioned in the Inclusions

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Itinerary of your trip 5 Days Lhasa & Yamdrotso Lake Group Tour

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

      Arrival In Lhasa

      Taking flight into Tibet will give you a panorama of the snowy Himalayan Mountains Or 1-2 days of train riding over the high plateau by crossing the Tanggula Mountains with beautiful sceneries along the way. Once you arrive, our local Tibetan tour guide and driver will greet you at Lhasa Airport/Railway with a traditional Tibetan white scarf to wish you good luck! Then transfer you to the hotel, the rest of the day you will be free to wander around the city on your own but try not to overtax yourself. The first dayโ€™s well-rest is crucial to acclimatize to high altitude. Remember to drink lots of water, eat light, and not shower if you can help it.

  • Day 2 Lhasa Suburb
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Lhasa Suburb

      Todayโ€™s first attraction is to visit Drepung Monastery which is the worldโ€™s largest monastery that housed more than 10,000 monks; it was the residence of the Dalai Lama. In the afternoon you will first visit the Tibet Museum. Here you can see life scenes, exquisite clothing, house architecture, and festival customs, etc. to explore the special and mysterious Tibetan customs. Then you will visit Norbulingka, which is a typical Tibetan-style royal garden, the summer resort of the Dalai Lama. 

  • Day 3 Lhasa City
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Lhasa City

      In the morning our guide will meet you at the hotel and first take you to visit famous Potala Palace, the cardinal landmark of Tibet and the masterpiece of Tibetan architecture, it was first built by 33rd King Songtsen Gangpo in the 7th century and rebuilt it later in 17th century by 5th Dalai Lama, now it is a museum and world heritage site.

      In the afternoon, we will go to visit Jokhang Temple in the center of the old Lhasa city. Jokhang Temple is one of the most sacred temples in all over Tibet and it is always bustling with earnest local pilgrims since from early days. After that you will take a walk around the Barkhor street which is the one of the most devotional circuit as well as crowded central market of Lhasa, Barkhor Street is located in the old area of Lhasa City Tibet, it is a very ancient round street surrounding the Jokhang Temple and the locals are always proud of it. As a symbol of Lhasa, it is also a must-see place for visitors.

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

      Lhasa- Yamdrok - Lhasa

      After your amazing journey in Lhasa city, the next destination is the Yamdrok Lake. Not long after having breakfast, we will pick you up at the hotel. The travel distance is about 105 kilometers away from Lhasa. On the way, you can have a glimpse of Ngachu Valley in the morning lights, and after passing over the Kamba La Pass (5030m), we will finally arrive at the holy lake Yamdrok.


      Located in the north of the Himalayan Mountains, Yamdrok Lake is the largest fresh lake in the district with an area of 675 square meters. According to local Tibetan, the lake is the transformation of turquoise earrings scattered by the Goddess. You will be stocked by the natural beauty but canโ€™t get a whole view here. If you look down from above, you will find the lake panorama like the shape of an eardrop surrounded by the mountain. The scenery appears in different colors of blue from different moments in one angle as a dreamland. Looking around, you can also find other scenery. Local animals are grazing along the fertile lakeshores and Tibetan villages can be seen in the valleys near Yamdrok Lake.

      In the afternoon, we will drive back to Lhasa.

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

      Depart From Lhasa

      Today your guide and driver will escort you to the airport or railway station for your next destination. Before your departure, we will appreciate it if you can spend a few minutes evaluating our services either by filling out the feedback form or simply sending us an email when you back home. Your whole trip officially ended.

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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

Basic

Almost everyone is fit for these activities. Every hike or physical exercise last less than 30 minutes, such as paragliding and horseback riding. Please ask about specific conditions.

Age range

Age range

Min: 2 / Max: 80

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