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6 Days Central Tibet Culture Small Group Tour

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Duration

6 days

Group Size

1 to 12 people

Ages

3 - 80 yrs

Languages

English

Tour Overview

An exhilarating journey to Lhasa and Shigatse, two of the largest cities in Tibet, plus a scenic road trip via Tibetan nomad-inhabited region to sacred Namtso Lake(4,718m), the world’s highest saline lake; the 8-day Tibet tour will give feast your eyes with the best alpine view of central Tibet and leave you awful lots of chances to sample distinct local culture and customs in various regions of Tibet. As a prestigious local Tibet travel agency with 8000+ global travelers annually, we offer you a 100% guarantee to get your Tibet permit for free. Since we are the only local Tibet travel agency, with offices and staff in Lhasa, Kathmandu, and Chengdu, you can count on us to get all the travel formalities to enter Tibet from all direction, including from Kathmandu and other inland Chinese cities.

Additional information

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Book at least 20 days in advance so tour operator may attain your Tibet Permit. Tibet Permit will be delivered to customers' delivery address / hotel address in one city of China. Please note your tour operator will contact you after the booking is confirmed.
Travelers are required to provide photocopy of passports and China L visas at least 20 days prior to travel date.
Please Notice: Customers' airport pick-up and drop-off in Lhasa need be arranged by tour supplier. If customers fly to Lhasa from Kathmandu, please do not apply for China L Visa in advance, because customers need apply for their Tibet Group Visa from China Embassy in Kathmandu via travel agency. Before that, they need ask for invitation letter from tour supplier. If customers fly or take a train to Lhasa from one city of China, they need apply for their China L Visa from China Embassy in their country.
Price is based on double occupancy. Single room supplement is subject to availability and additional charge

Pickup

• After the local supplier confirms your booking, they will contact with you immediately, please check your email. • Please note that you can only be allowed to enter Tibet with Tibet Travel Permit and the local supplier will help you to obtain Tibet permit. • Please send them your passport which valid at least 6 months and Chinese Visa 20 days prior to your travelling date. Email: admin@tibettravel.org Tel: +86-18482397880

What's included

Liability travel insurance

English-speaking Tibetan guide

Airport pick up and drop off

Lunch

Dinner

Breakfast: 5

All hotels based on twin-sharing , breakfasts

Tibet Handy Map

Entrance ticket fee of all tourist sites listed in the itinerary, Everest Base Camp Echo bus

Tibet travel permit and other necessary permits needed.

Transportation by comfortable van or minibus with experienced local driver (gasoline is included)

Drinking water provided during the trip

platform service fee.

Welcome Dinner in local restaurant when group members meet in Lhasa

Other

Itinerary

Day 1: Lhasa Arrival

When you arrive in Lhasa either by train or flight, Please transfer to GangGyan Lhasa Hotel or Your reserved hotel and report to us you have already checked in. After arriving in Lhasa, you can take a rest and get acclimatized to high altitude. If you feel to go out, then you can go to the Potala Square, where you will enjoy the fountain with different colors and get amazing photos of the Potala and around. Insider Tips: For the new-comers of Tibet, to get acclimatized to the high altitude in Tibet. Having a good sleep in your hotel is a good option. Don not rush to visit attractions inside Lhasa city.

Overnight at GangGyan Lhasa Hotel, 3 star

Day 2: Lhasa Tour - Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, Barkhor Street

Today's tour will first bring you to the Potala Palace which is the winter palace of the Dalai lama. It was put to use since the 7th Century by the 33rd great king of Tibet. The most valuable collections of Potala Palace are the gilded burial stupas of former Dalai Lamas and meditation Cave of the 33rd great king of Tibet.

Overnight at GangGyan Lhasa Hotel, 3 star

Breakfast:

Dinner: Welcome dinner at local Tibetan resturant

Day 3: Lhasa Tour - Dadong Village and Sera Monastery

In the morning, you are going to visit Dadong Village, the most beautiful village in Lhasa. Located 25 kilometers southwest of Lhasa downtown, Dadong Village is a well-protected ancient Tibetan village that surrounded by valleys. After arriving, you will visit the Nyimatang Monastery (built in the 11th century), take a light walk in the village, and see what rural life in Lhasa is like. You will also visit a local Tibetan family and enjoy the lunch offered by the family. Notice: We will not go to Drepung Monastery and go to Dadong Village instead.

Overnight at GangGyan Lhasa Hotel, 3 star

Breakfast:

Lunch: Overnight at GangGyan Lhasa Hotel, 3 star

Day 4: Lhasa- Shigatse via Gyantse 360 km

In the morning, drive from Lhasa to Shigatse .On the way, drive over the Gampala pass (4790 m), and you will have a glimpse of Yamdrok-tso (4400m) .The Lake is surrounded by many snow-capped mountains and in the distance you can have spectacular views of Holy Mount Nyenchen Khangsar, (7191m) the highest mountain near Lhasa .

Overnight in Shigatse Shigayangcha Hotel, 3 star

Breakfast:

Day 5: Shigatse to Lhasa 280 km

In the morning, we will visit the home of Panchan Lama - Tashilunpo Monastery; you can see the well preserved largest statue of Jampa (future god) in the world. The monastery itself is abiding place for the successive Penchen LamasThen. Then we are expected to follow Yalong Valley back to Lhasa, and the guide will get you transferred to your hotels.

Overnight at GangGyan Lhasa Hotel, 3 star

Breakfast:

Day 6: Lhasa Departure

You have to leave Tibet by air ot by flight as your Tibet Permit is limited for this tour. If you want to stay longer and book another tour in Tibet, or want us to assist to arrange airport/railway drop-off servicef, please contact us.

Breakfast:

FAQ

Can I get the refund?

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

Min 6 days: 100%
From 2 to 6 days: 50%
From 0 to 2 days: 0%

Tickets

Adult (8 - 80 years)

Minimum: 1, Maximum: 12

Children (3 - 7 years)

Minimum: 0, Maximum: 12

6 Days Central Tibet Culture Small Group Tour

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