3-Night Holy City Lhasa Group Tour

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Lhasa arrival
1 stop
1
Arrive in Lhasa by flight or train, and your Tibetan guide will greet you outside the airport or train station, then transfer you to your hotel in the downtown area. Note: * Free train station pick-up service is available throughout the day. * Free Airport Pick-up: We offer four scheduled arrival pick-up shuttles from the airport to Lhasa city at 10:00 AM, 1:30 PM, 4:00 PM, and 6:30 PM.
Admission ticket free
Day 2
Lhasa Monasteries Day - Excursion to Drepung & Sera Monasteries
2 stops
2
Drepung Monastery (Zhebang Si)
Drepung Monastery is a Gelugpa (Yellow Hat) sect monastic college, which was once the world's largest monastery, historically housing 7,700 monks. It also served as the seat of the Government prior to the Potala Palace.
3 hours • Admission ticket not included
3
Sera Monastery
Sera Monastery is renowned for its Buddhist philosophical debate practice (3-5pm available from Mon. to Sat.) The clapping sounds and aggressive expressions of the monks during these debates are well worth seeing. Additionally, the sand mandala inside the chapel is a significant attraction.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
Day 3
Lhasa city Highlights - Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple and Barkhor Street
3 stops
4
Potala Palace
In the morning start your Lhasa city highlight tour to visit Potala Palace. It is most renowned as the residence of the lineage of Dalai Lamas (Avalokiteshvara), though the massive structure contains a small world within itself. It was first built by 33rd ruler of his dynasty, King Songtsen Gangpo in the 7th century, but still is in surprisingly good repair because of continual rejuvenation projects.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
5
Jokhang Temple
Then proceed to visit Jokhang temple, it is the most scared building in Tibetan Buddhism, located in the heart of Lhasa old town. It is the most sought after pilgrimage destination for all Tibetans.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
6
Barkhor Street
The Barkhor Street, a renowned Kora (holy walking path) encircling the Jokhang Temple, is constantly bustling with Tibetan faithful. Visitors will discover the unique experience of mingling with local pilgrims along Barkhor Street. It also serves as a vibrant shopping district, offering the perfect opportunity to purchase gifts for your loved ones. Following your sightseeing adventures, join your guide at one of Lhasa's most vibrant Tibetan sweet tea houses. Here, you can enjoy sipping traditional Tibetan sweet tea while sitting among local Tibetans. Your guide will provide valuable insights into Tibetan social dynamics and daily life, offering a deeper understanding of the culture.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Day 4
Lhasa departure
1 stop
7
* Lhasa train station for departure, which is complimentary today. * Free Airport Drop-off at Specific Times: We offer three scheduled departure shuttles from Lhasa city to Lhasa airport at 6:30 AM, 8:00 AM, and 12:00 PM.
Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• 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 to allow the tour operator sufficient time to obtain your Tibet Permit. If you are flying to Lhasa, the original permits will be sent by express delivery to a hotel or another address in one of China’s cities. If you are taking the train to Lhasa, scanned copies of the permits will be sent to you via email.

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