Arrival in Chengdu

Chengdu - On the first day, according to the flight schedule, travelers will fly to Chengdu Tianfu International Airport. Upon arrival, they will check in at the Tianfu International Hotel.

Chengdu Tianfu—Xining Caojiabao Airport (Morning Flight)—Qinghai-Tibet Railway Soft Sleeper to Tibet

Xining - Suggested Flight: Sichuan Airlines 3U6341, Airbus A319, Economy Class 09:10 - Tianfu International Airport T2 1h 30m 10:40 - Caojiabao Airport T2.
Qinghai-Tibet Railway: Suggested Trains Z8991, Y971, Z22, Night Trains.
Wake up the next morning to enjoy the breathtaking scenery along the route.

Airport/Station Pickup in Lhasa, Check-in at Hotel in Downtown Lhasa

Lhasa - Upon arrival, a guide will be waiting in the arrival hall to escort guests to the pre-arranged hotel. It is recommended to rest and acclimate to the high-altitude environment before exploring.

Downtown Lhasa: Potala Palace + Jokhang Temple + Bharkor Street

Potala Palace - In the morning, visit the renowned Potala Palace and explore its magnificent chapels, audience halls, jeweled and golden burial chortens (stupa tombs) of past Dalai Lamas, and numerous Buddhist frescoes, thangkas, and mandalas.

Jokhang Temple - In the afternoon, visit the holiest temple in Tibet, the Jokhang Temple, constructed during Songtsen Gampo’s reign by Princess Wencheng of the Tang Dynasty in 647 A.D.

Barkhor Street - Explore the famous Barkhor Kora, where traditional Tibetan artifacts, religious implements, antiques, books, Tibetan musical instruments, Thangkas, and traditional Tibetan clothing can be purchased or admired. Overnight stay in Lhasa.

Lhasa—Yamdrok Lake—Karola Glacier—Shigatse

Yamdrok Yumtso Lake - Travel through the lush farmland of Nyangchu Valley, past Yamdrok Lake, and the roadside Karola Glacier at 4960m. Continue westward to Shigatse, the second-largest city, spiritually guided by the Panchen Lama. Today’s highlights include Yamdrok Lake and Kubum Monastery in Gyantse. Yamdrok Lake is shaped like a coiling scorpion with a deep blue hue, and Kubum Monastery features a 35m-high chorten (stupa) with white layers adorned with decorative stripes and a crown-like golden dome.

Shigatse—Tingri—EBC

EBC—Tingri—Shigatse

Shigatse—Tashilunpo Monastery—Tibetan Family Visit—Lhasa

Tashilunpo Monastery - Before the approximately 4-hour drive back to Lhasa from Shigatse, visit the largest monastery in western Tibet, Tashilunpo Monastery, a renowned historic site on the Tibet tour. Founded in 1447 by a disciple of Tsongkapa, it is one of the six great Gelukpa institutions and houses the world’s largest gilded copper image (26m high) of the future god Jampa. Travel along the Friendship Highway back to Lhasa.

Lhasa—Namtso—Northern Tibet Grassland—Lhasa

Lake Namtso - Early in the morning, drive through the expansive grasslands of northern Tibet, witnessing colorful prayer flags fluttering in the wind while traveling along the Qinghai-Tibet Highway. Cross the 5190-meter high Nagela Mountain Pass to reach Namtso, the first of Tibet’s three sacred lakes, known as the “Heavenly Lake,” at an altitude of 4718 meters. Namtso Lake is the highest saltwater lake in the world and the second largest in China. Return to Lhasa in the evening, accompanied by the setting sun’s glow.

Departure from Lhasa

Lhasa - At the conclusion of the Tibet trip, transportation to the airport will be arranged. Lhasa Gongga Airport - Chengdu Drive: 1 hour Distance: 60 km to the airport. Suggested Flight: Sichuan Airlines 3U6683, 18:30-20:55, Lhasa.
After breakfast, guests will check out of the hotel. The driver will pick them up from the hotel and transfer them to Lhasa Airport or the train station, marking the end of a delightful and mysterious journey! Guests are warmly welcomed to return to the beautiful Tibet in the future. Tashi Delek!

• Insurance: Tourist accident/casualty insurance
• Guide in-person
• Vehicles: Transfer between airport/train station and Lhasa city; Transportation during the tour
• Tickets: Attractions mentioned in the itinerary
• Dinner
• Breakfast
• Accommodation: 4-star hotels all along the tour

• Lunches and dinners: excluded, yet tour guides can recommend some good places
• International Transportation: excluded, yet we can help with the bookings
• Single Room Supplement: the price difference will be charged for around $25 per day

1. Departing from Chengdu, featuring a soft sleeper on the Qinghai-Tibet Railway and round-trip flights;
2. VIP luxury small group tour, ensuring over 30% of seats remain unoccupied;
3. Extensive attractions: Potala Palace, Yamdrok Lake, Karola Glacier, Shigatse, Everest Base Camp, Jokhang Temple, Namtso Lake;
4. Standard four-star hotels located in the city center, within 1-3 kilometers of Potala Palace and Jokhang Temple;
5. Local Tibetan travel agency, providing excellent service, guaranteed Tibet entry permit, and an exclusive team doctor;
6. Early bird plan: the sooner you book, the more you save; additional discounts available for group bookings;
7. Bonus gifts: Tibetan welcome dinner, Potala Palace travel photography, oxygen bottle, mineral water, Everest hot pot.

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.