Itinerary Details

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  Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu

  Attractions: No
  Meals: No
  Hotel: Hotels in Kathmandu

  Welcome to Kathmandu! Upon your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, your tour guide and driver will meet you in the hall on time and take you to your hotel. Check in at your hotel.

  After a short rest at your hotel, you’ll visit the world heritage site Durbar Square.

  Kathmandu Durbar Square

  1. Kumari Bahal (Kumari Ghar): the residence of the Kumari, the living goddess of Nepal. If you're lucky, you might catch a glimpse of the Kumari at one of the windows.
  2. Hanuman Dhoka: an ancient royal palace complex consisting of numerous courtyards, temples, and statues. You’ll be amazed by the intricate woodcarvings.
  3. Taleju Temple: one of the tallest temples in Durbar Square. You can appreciate Its multi-tiered pagoda-style architecture and intricate carvings.

  After the visit, back to your hotel and stay overnight there.

  

  Kathmandu Durbar Square

  

  Kathmandu Durbar Square
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  Day 2: Kathmandu City Tour

  Attractions: Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath Stupa, Swayambhunath Stupa
  Meals: B
  Hotel: Hotels in Kathmandu

  After your breakfast, you’ll go to the east of Kathmandu to visit some religious sites.

  Pashupatinath Temple: one of the most sacred Hindu temples in Nepal with stunning architecture. You can feel the spiritual ambiance there.

  Boudhanath Stupa: one of the largest stupas in the world, where you can see many colorful prayer flags.

  After lunch, you will continue your journey to the west of Kathmandu.

  Swayambhunath Stupa: one of the most sacred Buddhist sites in Nepal, where you can visit the iconic stupa, colorful prayer flags, and resident monkey.

  Stay overnight in Kathmandu

  

  Boudhanath Stupa

  

  Taking photo with locals in Kathmandu
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  Day 3: Arrival in Lhasa (3600m)

  Attractions: No
  Meals: B
  Hotel: Lhasa, 3★/4★

  Today you’ll fly to Lhasa. Upon your arrival at Lhasa Gonggar International Airport or Lhasa Railway Station, your tour guide and driver will meet you in the hall on time, holding a sign with your name.

  Then you’ll be transferred to your hotel downtown by the experienced driver. It only takes less than an hour through the Airport Expressway and takes about half an hour from the Railway Station to your hotel.

  After arriving at the hotel, your tour guide will help you check-in. You can have a good rest to get used to the altitude.

  Stay overnight at Lhasa.

  Tips:
  1. For first-time visitors, it is common to get symptoms of altitude sickness like fatigue, headache, and vomiting.
  2. To adapt to the high altitude (over 3,600m), you are recommended to have a good rest in the hotel and avoid strenuous activities like running. Do not smoke or drink. Avoid showers for the first one or two days.
  3. Please drink sufficient water and eat more vegetables, fruits, meat, and eggs for sufficient energy intake.
  4. Don’t hesitate to ask your guide or hotel staff for help if you feel unwell or need help.

  

  Lhasa Gonggar Airport Pick-up

  

  Lhasa Railway Station Pick-up
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  Day 4: Lhasa City Tour

  Attractions: Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, Barkhor Street
  Meals: B
  Hotel: Lhasa, 3★/4★

  After your breakfast at the hotel, you will head to the famous landmark Potala Palace.

  Potala Palace

  1. The Viewing Platform of Jag Pori: a popular photo spot where you may appreciate the splendid sunrise
  2. Treasure Hall of Potala: offering you an insight into Tibetan history and culture with precious artworks and cultural relics.
  3. Mountain Path to the Palace: climbing up along the zigzag mountain path with over 900 steps gives you a sense of fulfillment.
  4. White Palace: the Winter Palace of Dalai Lamas shows you Tibetan architectural
  5. Red Palace: the chapel housing stupas, tombs, and relics of Dalai Lamas where you can experience the sanctity and solemnity of religion.

  In the afternoon you will head to the oldest temple in Tibet.

  Jokhang Temple

  1. Main Hall: the central hall serves as the main point for worship and houses the precious statue of Buddha Sakyamuni at the age of twelve.
  2. Golden Roof: an ideal site to overlook Jokhang Temple Square and Potala Palace.

  After viewing the holiest temple, you can visit Barkhor Street encircling it.

  Barkhor Street

  1. The Circumambulation Road: an essential pilgrim route where you can join pilgrims to do a kora around the Temple.
  2. Shops and Restaurants: you can eat local food and buy handcrafts like prayer beads, prayer wheels, and thangkas in this old market.

  Back to your hotel and stay overnight in Lhasa.

  

  Potala Palace

  

  Jokhang Temple
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  Day 5: Lhasa City Tour

  Attractions: Sera Monastery, Drepung Monastery
  Meals: B
  Hotel: Lhasa, 3★/4★

  After breakfast at your hotel, your guide and driver will pick you up. You’ll begin your journey with Drepung Monastery, the largest monastery in Tibet.

  Drepung Monastery

  1. Coqen Hall: the main assembly hall, located in the center of the monastery, where you can find a fine statue of Usnisa-sitapatra, a huge statue of Maitreya (Qamba Budda) and a mass collection of Buddhist sutras.
  2. Loseling College: the biggest one of the four colleges of Drepung Monastery, offering you an insight into the monks’ practices and studies.

  In the afternoon, you’ll continue your trip to visit another famous monastery.

  Sera Monastery

  1. Coqen Hall: the main assembly hall where you can see the statue of Shvakya-ye-shes, the founder of this monastery.
  2. Sera Je College: the largest college in Sera Monastery where you can visit the chapel of Hayagriva and pray for blessings.
  3. Tibetan Monks Debates: the debates among monks (15:00-17:00, from Monday to Friday) offer you a chance to see how they gain a better comprehension of Buddhist philosophy in this process.

  Stay overnight in Lhasa.

  

  Drepung Monastery

  

  Sera Monastery
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  Day 6: Lhasa-Namtso Lake-Bange

  Attractions: Nyenchen Tanglha Mountains, Namtso Lake, Tashi Dor Island
  Meals: No
  Hotel: Bange, guestroom

  After breakfast, you will start your trip to Namtso Lake. Along the drive, you will see the stunning Nyenchen Tanglha Mountains. Also, you may see nomad tents, sheep, and yaks on green grassland by the road in summer.

  After reaching Namtso Lake, you can take a walk at the lakeside to enjoy the view of the heavenly lake.

  Namtso Lake

  1. Breathtaking Scenery: Namtso Lake is renowned for its stunning beauty, with crystal-clear turquoise waters surrounded by snow-capped mountains. You can take perfect photos there.
  2. Tashi Dor Island: an island in the middle of Namtso Lake is a sacred site for Tibetan Buddhists. You can visit meditation caves on this island to explore and learn about Tibetan spirituality.
  3. Stargazing: with high elevation, Namtso Lake is an excellent spot for stargazing. On clear nights, you can see a canopy of stars stretching across the sky, creating a truly magical experience.

  Then, you will head to Bange and stay overnight in Bange.

  

  Namtso Lake

  

  Photo Taking at Namtso
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  Day 7: Bange-Serling Tso Lake-Wenbu South Village

  Attractions: Serling Tso Lake, Wenbu South Village, Tangra Yumco Lake
  Meals: No
  Hotel: Wenbu South Village, guestroom

  On your way to Wenbu South Village, you may have the chance to see rare wildlife such as Tibetan wild donkeys, Himalayan marmots, and black-necked cranes in this remote area. Also, you’ll pass the amazing Serling Tso Lake.

  Serling Tso Lake: the biggest lake in Tibet, also known as “demon lake”, offers you a captivating view. You may feel being purified by the clean water and see the antelopes and gazelles jumping at the lakeside.

  After reaching Wenbu South Village, take your time exploring the secluded village against the backdrop of Tangra Yumco Lake and Daguo Snow Mountain.

  Tangra Yumco Lake: the holiest lake in Bon religion. A glimpse of the sapphire-blue lake will leave an incredible memory. You can appreciate the stunning views of sunset at the lakeside.

  Field Scene: local villagers cultivate barley, potato, and other crops. Such a field scene is rare in this high-altitude area. You can take a walk in the fields and enjoy the peaceful farming view.

  Dangchung Monastery: a red monastery in Wenbu North Village adjoining Wenbu South Village, where you can explore the mysterious Bon religion.

  Stay overnight in Wenbu South Village.

  

  Serling Tso Lake

  

  Tangra Yumco Lake
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  Day 8: Wenbu South Village-Gaize

  Attractions: Zhari Namco Lake
  Meals: No
  Hotel: Gaize, camp

  Today, you’ll drive to Gaize. Along the way, there’s little habitation. You can enjoy the scenery like the grasslands, lakes, and swamps.

  Zhari Namco Lake: the largest saline lake with the highest altitude in the Ngari region. Enjoy the heavenly blue water will make you feel refreshed.

  Stay overnight in Gaize.

  

  Wenbu South Village

  

  Zhari Namco Lake