About This Trip

Over five days, explore the Sacred Heart of Tibet. Spend two days unraveling Lhasa's illustrious monastic history within buzzing Drepung and Sera's lamaseries. Wander Potala Palace's hallowed halls saturated in devotion, then experience Jokhang Temple's sacred atmosphere pulsing with prayer. For a change of scenery, journey to the azure waters of Yamdrok Lake, meandering its shimmering shores and visiting the isolated Rituo Temple for a moment of mountain peace.

Itinerary Summary

DAY	PLACE	HIGHLIGHTS
1	Lhasa	Arrival
2	Lhasa	Drepung Monastery, Sera Monastery
3	Lhasa	Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, Barkhor Street
4	Lhasa	Yamdrok Lake, Rituo Temple
5	Lhasa	Departure

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Day 1: Lhasa, Arrival

After your flight touches down in Lhasa, a warm welcome awaits from your guide and driver. A one-hour scenic drive covers 70km along the expressway into the city center.

Upon arrival at your hotel, take time to relax and ease into the 3,650m altitude. For now, the sights and experiences of Lhasa await your exploration over the coming days.

Lhasa

Day 2: Lhasa, Drepung Monastery & Sera Monastery

Today, Lhasa's two iconic monasteries will guide you into the depths of Tibetan Buddhist culture. Drepung Monastery, once the world's largest housing of over 10,000 monks, will impart its vast history. Wander the splendid prayer halls and lively debate courtyards observing monks rigorously studying scriptures.

Later comes Sera Monastery, renowned for its unique disputation style. Through animated gestures and passionate debates, the monastery will demonstrate Buddhism's core tenets. Witness the clericsâ fervent exchanges aiding deep understanding of Tibetan Buddhism.

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Lhasa

Day 3: Lhasa, City Tour

Begin your visit from the imposing Potala Palace. Its gleaming white walls and golden roofs were once home to the Dalai Lamas. As you wind through the halls adorned with vivid murals and statues, explore this historic hub of spiritual and political power.

Head to Jokhang Temple, the spiritual heart of Tibetan Buddhism. Reverberating with prayers within its sacred chambers, you'll see why pilgrims travel great distances to circumambulate this first temple honoring Buddha.

Nearby, Barkhor Street envelops you in local color as residents and pilgrims throng its circular route. Along this sacred path, the true spirit of Lhasa is revealed.

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Lhasa

Day 4: Yamdrok Lake

Today Yamdrok Lake is yours to explore. Wander at leisure along its shimmering shores, taking in breathtaking 360-degree views and picnicking lakeside.

Next, visit the isolated Rituo Temple on a solitary islet, its lone monks offering a serene respite. Conclude your day from Gangbala Viewpoint, gazing over the azure expanse of Yamdrok Lake before returning refreshed to Lhasa by Tibet's natural splendors.

Lhasa

Day 5: Lhasa, Departure

Your Tibet adventure ends today as you head to the airport/train station. We wish you smooth travels and hope one day the winds will blow you back to this breathtaking land.

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Beijing Beauty It started off with a friendly face at the airport, with Roy, our tour guide.The week has been such a pleasure and a treat. From adventures to The Great Wall, Temple of Heaven and the Forbidden City, to local markets, delicious Beijing food and roof top tea houses.Roy and our driver, Mr. Zhou, were prompt in picking us up and driving us around safely.The knowledge and fact about history and Beijing that Roy knows and explains is amazing and the fact he could answer my weird and inquisitive history questionsnwoth ease was a treat.He made it so easy to enjoy ourselves and absorb all that was around us, he even takes great photos too! 😊Polite, kind and thoughtful and ever patient in letting us take our time with things that interested us.I would highly recommend this tour and Roy again and again.

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Amazing travel experience My name is Zarah M. Babangida a Nigerian and i visited Beijing with my colleagues from the office. During our 5 day stay in Beijing, Ms. Eva Ma, was our Tour guide and from the minute we came through the Arrival Gate of the Airport, we were embraced by her alluring smile and warm welcome. She remained consistent with her warmth, a kind and intelligent professional who exuded unique passion not just for her job as a tour guide but, even more so as a proud Chinese woman. Her outstanding insight and knowledge of the sweet Chinese history and heritage left us in awe. I couldn't be more proud and thankful that she was assigned to our group and she made our stay exciting, fun-filled effortless and knowledge packed. I absolutely commend her dedication to work which she depicted throughout our stay. I recommend her to every visiting tourist because to know Eva, is to love her. If it were up to me, i will increase her bonuses or upgrade her salary as i am sure most tourists would want or revisit for her sake first and then perhaps other reasons.Thank you Eva and keep the passion up🙌.