Chengdu Litang Rawuk Midui Nyingchi Lhasa G318 Overland Small Group Tour

10 Days 9 Nights I In-depth Tour of G318 to discover the Beauty of Tibet

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Overview & Highlight

This 10-day Tibet tour combines not only the essential scenic spots along the G318 route but also immersive Tibetan cultural experiences. Starting from Chengdu, the hometown of pandas, you will visit the Litang ancient town to experience Kangba culture. Then, the Ranwu Lake, Midui Glacier, and Basomtso Lake will showcase the raw and untouched beauty of Tibet. The tour ends in Lhasa, where you will visit the famous Potala Palace and Jokhang Temple to learn about Tibetan Buddhism.

Cultural activities are an important part of this tour. You can explore traditional Tibetan villages, interact with local people, and participate in conventional Tibetan ceremonies such as hanging prayer flags to pray for family and friends. You can also taste local delicacies, try archery and horse riding, and wear traditional Tibetan costumes free of charge. With professional guides and well-equipped vehicles, you can enjoy a safe and comfortable journey.

Tour Type: Small group (2-10 pax)
Tour Service: Local Tibetan tour guide and driver & Tibet Permit application
Meet & Pick-up: Chengdu
Tour Route: Chengdu - Kangding - Litang - Cuopugou - Markam - Nujiang River 72 Turns - Ranwu Lake - Midui Glacier - Bomi - Lulang - Nyingchi - Basomtso - Lhasa
Best Time to Visit: April - November
Tour Highlights:

1) Explore the ancient town of Litang and its rich cultural heritage
2) Witness the stunning beauty of Cuopugou, Ranwu Lake, Midui Glacier, and Basomtso
3) Immerse in various Tibetan activities and delicious local food
4) Wear Tibetan attire and take photos for free
5) Feel the religious atmosphere in Lhasa
Tour Level: Moderate
Tour Code: TTC-CGT-G318
Tour Inquiry: https://www.tibettourism.com/chengdu-lhasa-g318-overland-tour.html

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Itinerary Summary

Day	Route	Attractions & Activities	Accommodations	Meals
1	Global - Chengdu	Free exploration in Chengdu (enjoy local food, appreciate Sichuan opera)	4-star hotel in Chengdu	None
2	Chengdu - Kangding - Honghai Lake/Zheduo Mountain - Xinduqiao - Yajiang	Zheduo Mountain, Xinduqiao	Hotel in Yajiang County	B
3	Yajiang - Sky Road 18 Bends - Litang Ancient Town - Maoya Grassland - Sister Lakes - Cuopugou	Litang Ancient Town, Maoya Grassland Sister Lakes, Cuopugou	Homestay at Cuopugou Entrance/Inside Scenic Area	B
4	Cuopugou - Mangkang	Cuopugou	Hotel in Mangkang	B
5	Mangkang - Dongda Mountain - Zuogong - Sky Road 72 Turns - Baxoi	Dongda Mountain, Sky Road 72 Turns, Banada Grassland	Hotel in Baxoi	B
6	Baxoi - Ranwu Lake - Midui Glacier - Bomi	Ranwu Lake, Midui Glacier	Hotel in Bomi	B
7	Bomi - Guxiang Lake - Lulang - Tibetan Village - Sejila Mountain - Nyingchi	Guxiang Lake, Lulang, Tibetan Village, Sejila Mountain, Lulang stone pot chicken	Hotel in Nyingchi	B, L
8	Nyingchi - Basomtso - Lhasa	Basomtso	4-star hotel in Lhasa	B
9	Lhasa - Potala Palace - Jokhang Temple - Barkhor Street	Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, Barkhor Street	4-star hotel in Lhasa	B
10	Lhasa Departure	Free time in Lhasa, Airport transfer	None	None

Itinerary Details

Day 1: Global - Chengdu

Attractions: Chengdu's urban scenery
Meals: No
Hotel: 4-star hotel in Chengdu

Travelers from all over the world arrive in Chengdu and check into the hotel arranged by us. Today is a free day for you to rest or explore the city. You can visit the fashionable Chunxi Road, the ancient Daci Temple, the trendy Taikoo Li, and the famous IFS Panda. You can also taste various local delicacies such as hot pot, Bobo Chicken, and enjoy the leisure time of drinking tea and watching Sichuan Opera.

Tips:
1. Today is for free activities and not part of the formal itinerary. Please pay attention to your personal and property safety during free activities. Insurance is not included on the assembly day.
2. If you arrive early but the hotel room hasn't been tidied up and you can't check in, you can deposit your luggage at the front desk and go sightseeing freely around the urban area first.
3. You can buy some travel supplies after arriving in Chengdu, such as snacks, clothing, medicines and so on.

Sichuan Opera

IFS Panda
Day 2: Chengdu - Kangding - Honghai Lake/Zheduo Mountain - Xinduqiao - Yajiang

Attractions: Zheduo Mountain, Xinduqiao
Meals: B
Hotel: Hotel in Yajiang County

In the morning, we depart from Chengdu, passing through Ya'an and crossing the Erlang Mountain Tunnel to reach Kangding. Then we continue to drive and cross Zheduo Mountain (4,298 meters) or choose to visit Honghai Lake via S434 Airport Road, and finally arrive at Xinduqiao. Xinduqiao is known as the "Photography Paradise" with beautiful grasslands, creeks, mountains, Tibetan villages, and grazing cattle and sheep. After enjoying the scenery, we head to Yajiang for accommodation.

Tips:
1. Depending on the time, road conditions, and other factors, we will choose one of the two routes: S434 Airport Road (Honghai Lake) or G318 (Zheduo Mountain).
2. Please don't take a bath in the first three days before going to the high plateau. Otherwise, it’s possible that you catch a cold and trigger altitude sickness. It is advisable to endure for a few more days and take a bath only when you are sure that you have adapted to the high plateau.
3. Y3.There is a shortage of water and electricity supply in Tibetan areas. Occasionally, there may be water and power outages. Please bring wet wipes and flashlights by yourself. The water temperature may be unstable and water supply may be cut off when taking a bath. So please be quick when taking a bath.

Honghai Lake

Xinduqiao
Day 3: Yajiang - Sky Road 18 Bends - Litang Ancient Town - Maoya Grassland - Sister Lakes - Cuopugou Entrance/Inside Scenic Area

Attractions: Litang Ancient Town, Maoya Grassland, Sister Lakes, Cuopugou
Meals: B
Hotel: Homestay at Cuopugou Entrance/Inside Scenic Area

After breakfast, we leave Yajiang and drive along the winding Sky Road 18 Turns, passing through the Jianziwan Tunnel and crossing the Kazila Mountain to reach Litang, an ancient town with rich cultural heritage. We will visit the 318 Memory Micro Museum, the Kangba People Micro Museum, the Renkang Ancient House, and the Tsangyang Gyatso Micro Museum. We can also visit the Changqingchun Monastery, the oldest and largest Tibetan Buddhist temple in Kham District. Then we continue to drive through Rabbit Mountain (4696 meters), Haizi Mountain (the largest ancient glacier site), Maoya Grassland and the Sister Lakes to reach Cuopugou. On the boundless grassland, wildflowers are in full bloom and countless cattle and sheep are grazing leisurely. The two blue and clear plateau lakes are closely linked, like heavenly gems inlaid among them, and like God's compassion turned into tears falling on the earth, so pure and flawless. After having fun along the way, we arrive at Batang, the border between Sichuan and Tibet.

Tips:
1. Today's itinerary will take us to areas at higher altitudes. To avoid altitude sickness, our vehicle is equipped with portable oxygen for emergency use.
2. 2.Depending on the season, road conditions, and room availability, we will arrange accommodation at the entrance or inside the scenic area of Cuopugou. If all the rooms are booked during the peak season, we will change the accommodation to Batang County instead.

Litang

Cuopugou
Day 4: Cuopugou Entrance/Inside Scenic Area - Cuopugou - Mangkang

Attractions: Cuopugou
Meals: B
Hotel: Hotel in Markam County

Today’s drive brings us to Cuopugou, a hidden paradise showcasing the beauty of the plateau, snow-capped mountains, grasslands, forests, lakes, and temples. We will take a sightseeing bus to visit various attractions in the scenic area, such as the Yaso Monastery, the Hot Spring Group, the Zhangde Grassland, the Cuopu Lake and Cuopu Monastery. We can also interact with the cute marmots. After leaving the scenic area, we cross the Jinsha River Bridge and enter Tibet to reach Mangkang.

Cuopugou Hot Spring

Cuopu Lake
Day 5: Mangkang - Dongda Mountain - Zuogong - Sky Road 72 Turns - Baxoi

Attractions: Dongda Mountain, Sky Road 72 Turns, Bangda Grassland
Meals: No
Hotel: Hotel in Baxoi County

After breakfast, we leave Markam and cross the Lawu Mountain, the Lancang River Bridge, the Jueba Mountain, and Dongda Mountain (5008 m). Then we pass through Zuogong County and arrive at Bangda Town. At Bangda, we can see the magnificent Bangda Grassland. Due to the terrain, the famous Sky Road 72 Turns is formed at the Yela Mountain (4658 m). After passing through the Sky Road 72 Turns and the Nujiang River Bridge, we continue to drive to Baxoi for accommodation.

Note:
Today's journey will be rather tiring. Please be mentally prepared and get snacks and drinking water ready in advance.

Bangda Grassland

Sky Road 72 Turns
Day 6: Baxoi - Ranwu Lake - Midui Glacier - Bomi

Attractions: Ranwu Lake, Midui Glacier
Meals: B
Hotel: Hotel in Bomi County

Today, we leave Baxoi and cross the Anjiu Mountain Pass (4468 m). Along the way, we can enjoy the beautiful scenery of snow-capped mountains, primitive forests, and rural landscapes. Then we arrive at Ranwu Lake, a famous plateau glacier lake. With luck, we can take pictures of the beautiful reflections in the lake. After that, we visit Midui Glacier, which is formed by the confluence of two world-class icefalls. The glacier is surrounded by beautiful mountains, forests, and villages, presenting a breathtaking view. After the visit, we drive to Bomi for accommodation.

Ranwu Lake

Midui Glacier
Day 7: Bomi - Guxiang Lake - Lulang - Sejila Mountain - Nyingchi

Attractions: Guxiang Lake, Lulang, Sejila Mountain, Namjagbarwa Peak, Niyang River
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch (Lulang stone pot chicken)
Hotel: Hotel in Bomi County

After leaving Bomi, we drive along the beautiful Guxiang Lake. We can stop to enjoy the lake view and take a walk by the lakeside. Then we arrive at Lulang. Lulang is a beautiful town with snow-capped mountains, forests, meadows, and Tibetan buildings. We will visit a Tibetan village, experience the local culture, drink butter tea, make tsampa, ride horses, and shoot arrows. We can also wear traditional Tibetan costumes and take pictures. For lunch, we taste the famous Lulang stone pot chicken. In the afternoon, we cross Sejila Mountain (4702 m), one of the best places to view the Namjagbarwa Peak. After crossing over the Sejila Mountain, we'll go downhill to reach the Niyang River and enjoy the beautiful scenery of the river valley. Then we drive to Nyingchi for accommodation.

Lulang Town

Mount Namjagbarwa
Day 8: Nyingchi - Basumtso - Lhasa

Attractions: Basumtso, Lhasa city
Meals: B
Hotel: 4-star hotel in Lhasa

Starting from Nyingchi, we drive along the beautiful Nyingchi-Lhasa Highway and turn off at Bahe Town. After driving about 50 kilometers, we reach Basumtso, the largest barrier lake in eastern Tibet. The shape of the lake is like a crescent moon embedded in the deep valley. Its scenery varies in different seasons, gentle in spring, passionate in summer, elegant in autumn and pure in winter. We will take a boat to visit the island in the middle of the lake, where stands the Cuozong Gongba Temple, a famous temple of Tibetan Buddhism built in the late Tang Dynasty with a history of more than 1,500 years. After the visit, we drive to Lhasa for accommodation.

Nyingchi-Lhasa Highway

Basumtso Lake
Day 9: Lhasa

Attractions: Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, Barkhor Street
Meals: B
Hotel: 4-star hotel in Lhasa

After breakfast, we visit the Potala Palace, a magnificent building with the highest altitude in the world. It is also the largest and most complete ancient palace and castle architectural complex in Tibet. Then we visit the Jokhang Temple, an important religious site in Tibetan Buddhism with a history of more than 1350 years. The Jokhang Temple has a central position in Lhasa, not only in geographical location but also in social life. After that, we take a stroll along Barkhor Street, where you can feel a strong religious atmosphere when watching pilgrims prostrating with devotion toward Jokhang Temple.

Potala Palace

Jokhang Temple
Day 10: Lhasa Departure

Attractions: Free time in Lhasa
Meals: B
Hotel: No

Today, if you have a return flight ticket in the afternoon or evening, you can deposit your luggage at the hotel and freely explore the streets in the urban area of Lhasa. After the tour, go back to pick up your luggage and get ready to return. We will take you to Lhasa Gongga International Airport according to your flight time. After arriving at the airport, we help you with the check-in procedures. At this point, the journey will officially come to an end.

Send off to Lhasa Gonggar Airport

Lhasa Railway Station

Tour Cost & Date

Tour Price

Hotel Class / Travel Time	Apr.18 - Jun. 20 Aug.29 - Sept.19 Oct.10 - Oct.24	Jun. 27 - Aug.22 Sept.26 - Oct.4
Comfortable Class (3-Star Hotels)	$1970	$2115

Notice: All prices are in US Dollar / Person.

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Notice: Price based on above 3-star hotels.

Price Inclusions & Exclusions:

Price Includes:

1. Transportation: Determine the vehicle based on the number of people (including driver's meals and lodging);
2. Accommodation: 9 nights of standard room accommodation throughout the trip (including 1 night at a 4-diamond hotel on the gathering day, no refund if not staying);
3. Tickets: Entrance tickets to Letong Ancient Town Ticket + Sightseeing Bus, Cuopu Valley, Midui Glacier, Basomtso, Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple;
4. Tour leader: A bilingual tour leader in Chinese and English will be provided throughout the tour (including the tour leader’s meals, accommodation and tickets);
5. Complimentary Services:
(1) Tibetan cultural experience: receives Hada from Tibetan host + drinks butter tea + kneads tsampa + rides horses + shoots arrows + hangs prayer flags + scatters longda;
(2) Meals: 9 breakfasts + 1 special meal (Lulang Stone Pot Chicken). If team members order additional meals, they will have to pay for themselves.
(3) Tibet Entry Permit: Free of charge on application for Tibet Entry Permit;
(4) One bottle of mineral water per day;
(5) Airport drop-off service at Lhasa Gonggar Airport;
(6) Travel Insurance: The maximum insured amount of travel accident insurance (excluding property insurance) is RMB 800,000. The China Banking and Insurance Regulatory Commission stipulates that the coverage is reduced to RMB 200,000 for children under 10 years old; the coverage is reduced to RMB 500,000 for individuals aged 10-18;
(7) Neck pillow + two-piece raincoat + bottled oxygen, one set per person;
Note: For Taiwanese and foreign nationals, medical treatment can only be reimbursed if it is received at a Grade A hospital in mainland China. No reimbursement will be given if medical treatment is sought outside mainland China. If the guest voluntarily gives up the complimentary services or is unable to participate due to special reasons or force majeure, no refund and no exchange will be made for an equivalent value.
6. Equipment for the tour group:
(1) The vehicle is equipped with a thermos jug, which contains hot drinks made with Rhodiola rosea to effectively prevent altitude sickness;
(2) First aid kit + oximeter + thermometer to monitor your physical condition at any time.

Price Excludes:

1. Single Room Supplement: If you are a solo traveler, you need to share a twin room with another tourist (same sex in most cases). If you prefer to occupy a single room, or room sharing isn't available, a single room supplement will be necessary.
2. Transportation: does not include transportation from the departure point to Chengdu and from Lhasa to the departure point;
3. Meals: Lunch (except Lulang Stone Pot Chicken on Day 7) and dinner are not included and need to be taken care of by yourself (the breakfast is free and cannot be refunded if not used). You may opt for shared meals (AA) or dine individually. The staff’s meals are included in the tour fee and no additional payment is required;
4. Tickets: Honghai Lake cleaning fee 10-20 yuan/person (optional), Cuopugou Scenic Area sightseeing car 90 yuan/person (mandatory), Midui Glacier sightseeing car 36 yuan/person (mandatory), Basomtso sightseeing car 50 yuan/person (required) + cruise ticket 180 yuan/person (optional);
5. Tips: You need to pay tips to the tour leader and driver on this trip based on your satisfaction with their service. We recommend that each tourist pay $7 per day to the driver and tour leader (in total);
6. Others: excluding various personal expenses;
7. Fapiao: The quotation does not include the fapiao;
8. Force majeure: If the contract cannot be fulfilled and the itinerary is changed due to force majeure (such as landslides, mudslides, destroyed roads and bridges, flight delays, national policies, wars, plagues, traffic control, traffic jams, etc.), we will not be held responsible for any related compensation.
9. Other Insurance: Insurance for common altitude sickness or other medical conditions is not included. Trip cancellation insurance, which covers refunds for prepaid expenses (such as flight tickets) caused by an unexpected situation, is also generally not included. To minimize potential losses, we recommend purchasing the insurance in advance.

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Knows before You Book:

1. Travelers to Tibet should have a moderate physical fitness level. Patients with serious hypertension, heart disease, asthma, bronchitis, diabetes, and cold should be restricted from traveling to Tibet.

2. Book at least 20 days in advance so the tour operator may have enough time to apply for and deliver your Tibet Travel Permit. Normally, it takes around 8-9 days to process your Tibet Travel Permit from the Tibet Tourism Bureau and another 3-4 days to deliver your Permit to your address in Chinese mainland.

3. A Tibet train/flight ticket is not included in our tour package. If you book with us, we can help you book your train/flight ticket. The train ticket to Lhasa is normally issued 15-60 days before departure. During peak seasons (from June to mid-October, during the Chinese Spring Festival and other public holidays in China), train tickets may be issued only 1-9 days before departure.

4. Price is based on double occupancy. Solo travelers who prefer to stay in a room by themselves need to pay for the additional charge of single room supplement. Please consult our travel consultants for specific prices.

5. Your airport/train station pick-up and drop-off in Lhasa needed to be arranged by the tour agency as foreign visitors are prohibited from independent traveling.

6. If you plan to travel to Lhasa via Kathmandu, please do not apply for a China L Visa in advance. You need to apply for a Tibet Group Visa from the China Embassy in Kathmandu via a travel agency. If you have your China L Visa, it will automatically expire when applying for a Tibet Group Visa.

7. Please read the Payment Methods, Terms and Conditions and Cancellation policies before you book.

Knows after You Book:

1. Please provide photocopies of your passports and China L visas at least 15 days before the travel date, making sure we have enough time to apply for your Tibet Travel Permit. If you have other type of visas, please contact your travel consultant.

2. Make sure to bring warm and comfortable clothing and walking shoes for your Tibet trip.

3. It is recommended to bring spending cash for the whole trip. In Lhasa, you can withdraw money with a foreign bank card or change your foreign currency into Chinese Renminbi (RMB, CNY).

4. Travel insurance is provided by The People’s Insurance Company (Group) of China Limited (www.epicc.com.cn), which covers tourist accident risks only in China. Tourists are recommended to purchase additional insurance on their own.

5. Altitude Sickness is a common reaction in the plateau. Common symptoms include fatigue, insomnia, loss of appetite, headache, etc. Normally such symptoms will disappear in 2 days. You’d better consult your doctor and bring some medicine, such as ibuprofen, acetaminophen and nutrient supplements.

6. During your stay in Tibet, please obey the law and respect the local religion and customs. Do not photograph military facilities, and other politically sensitive areas; Do not accept any news media interview; Do not collect secret intelligence; Do not wave antisocial banners, yelling antisocial slogans; Do not use aerial cameras; Do not venture into areas beyond planned itineraries.

7. Souvenirs like knives, antiques, animal skulls, etc. are not allowed to be taken out of China at customs. Please don’t buy this kind of souvenir.

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Mr. Wilson from America, asked on January 17th, 2025

Hotel in Chengdu

How to get to the hotel upon arrival at Chengdu Tianfu Airport?

Mr. Karma from Tibet Horizon, answered on January 17th, 2025

Dear Wilson, thank you for reaching out with your question.

Chengdu Tianfu Airport is about 1 hour's drive from the city, and the taxi fee is about 180 yuan ($24). You can also take Metro Line 18 and transfer to other subways to reach the hotel, which takes about 1 hour and 20 minutes. If you need our agency to arrange a pick-up, please provide the flight number to us 2 days in advance.
Mr. Smith from UK, asked on October 6th, 2024

Clothes need to bring

What clothes should I bring for this tour?

Mr. Tenzin Sherab from Tibet Horizon, answered on October 7th, 2024

Dear Smith, thank you for reaching out with your question.

There’s a large temperature difference between morning and evening on the Sichuan-Tibet route. In April to June, you need winter clothes like a fleece-lined coat or down jacket; in July to September, you should wear spring and autumn clothes; in October to November, you should wear winter clothes. Hats and sunscreen are also very important. Besides, it is recommended to bring a small bag of personal belongings.
Mr. Moore from England, asked on August 29th, 2024

About attitude sickness

Will I get attitude sickness during this tour?

Mr. Lhakpa Tsering from Tibet Horizon, answered on August 30th, 2024

Dear Moore, Thank you for your question!

People who have lived in the plains for a long time will generally have mild reactions when they first enter the plateau, such as headaches, tinnitus, etc. These symptoms usually subside within 2 days. Remember to walk slowly, do not run or jump, and maintain a good mood. Oxygen is also provided for each person in our vehicles. If you feel unwell, you can inhale oxygen.

If you have any further question on this tour, please feel free to contact us.
Mr. Perez from Canada, asked on June 15th, 2024

The compulsory shopping

Will shopping be compulsory?

Mr. Kalsang Younten from Tibet Horizon, answered on June 16th, 2024

Dear Perez, Thank you for your question!

The tours provided by Tibet Horizon are purely sightseeing tours, and there is no forced shopping. You can buy local specialties or souvenirs as you want during the tour, and please be careful to choose the quality of the goods yourself.
Mrs. Harris from Italy, asked on April 28th, 2024

Tibet Travel Permit

How about Tibet Travel Permit?

Mr. Tenzin Jamphel from Tibet Horizon, answered on April 29th, 2024

Dear Harris, Thank you for your inquiry!

We will handle the Tibet Travel Permit for all team members free of charge. You need to provide your personal passport (valid for at least 6 months) and ID card. If you have a non-tourist visa, you need to provide relevant supporting documents. All the personal information is for permit application only. It will be kept confidential and will not be disclosed.

If you have any further question about travelling in Tibet, please feel free to contact us. We can provide you with a memorable and unique road adventure.