The 4-nights, 5-days trip package to Lhasa and Yamdrok Tso offers an immersive experience in Tibet, a region that has captivated many, inspired by explorers like Alexandra David Neel and Tintin. This journey allows for exploration of the area’s unique culture and history.
Lhasa, the historic city of the Dalai Lamas, features significant monasteries and cultural sites, including the iconic Potala Palace and the revered Jokhang Temple. The lively Barkhor market adds to the experience, showcasing interactions between pilgrims and local vendors.
A day trip to Yamdrok Lake provides an unforgettable experience amidst its stunning turquoise waters, offering a serene escape into Tibet’s tranquil landscapes.
Trip Info
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Hotel
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Lhasa
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Breakfast
Trip Highlights
- Lhasa, nestled in the Himalayas, it offers stunning landscapes and a unique atmosphere.
- Drepung Monastery, blending ancient Tibetan architecture with serene landscapes.
- Sera Monastery, a vital part of Tibetan culture and Buddhism.
- Potala Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage site highlighting Tibetan culture and breathtaking views.
- Jokhang Temple, the most sacred site in Tibetan Buddhism.
- Yamdrok Lake, known for its striking turquoise waters and surrounding mountains, perfect for photography.
Itinerary
After a scenic flight from Kathmandu to Gonggar Airport, guests will be transferred to their hotel. The airplane journey offers a breathtaking experience, as it gradually ascends into the sky, soaring over the vast and majestic mountains of the Tibetan plateau.
Upon reaching Lhasa, visitors will be greeted by the unique blend of culture and spirituality that defines this ancient city, setting the stage for an unforgettable exploration of its rich heritage and stunning landscapes.
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals, Breakfast
Attractions: Drepung and Sera Monasteries
Drepung Monastery, or “heap of rice,” is located west of Lhasa in a serene valley. Once the world’s largest monastic complex, it accommodated up to 10,000 monks and was a significant religious center, housing the second, third, and fourth Dalai Lamas. The fifth Dalai Lama governed from here until the Potala Palace was finished, and it sustained minimal damage during the Cultural Revolution.
Sera Monastery, meaning “the garden of roses,” lies north of Lhasa on terraced land. Established around 1420, it rivaled Drepung and once had over 5,000 monks. Sera is one of Tibet’s best-preserved monasteries, with its main structures largely intact from the Cultural Revolution.
East of Sera Monastery is the site of “sky burials,” a traditional practice where the deceased are dismembered and offered to vultures. Stay overnight in Lhasa.
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals, Breakfast
Attractions: Potala Place, Jokhang Temple and Barkhor Street.
The Potala Palace, a key symbol of Lhasa, stands impressively at 375 meters long and 130 meters high. Constructed in the 17th century under the “Great Fifth” Dalai Lama, it has served as the center of Tibetan governance and the residence for Dalai Lamas.
The Jokhang Temple, or “place of devotion,” houses important statues, including those of Guru Rinpoche and the eleven-headed Chenrezi. Its innermost sanctum contains the revered Jowo statue of the historical Buddha, a significant symbol of Tibetan faith brought by Songtsen Gampo’s consort, attracting numerous pilgrims.
Historically, the Jokhang was encircled by three paths for pilgrims to chant and prostrate. The Barkhor, the lively middle circle, acts as the spiritual and commercial core of old Lhasa, where pilgrims walk clockwise, often pausing to shop and negotiate prices. Stay overnight in Lhasa.
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals, Breakfast
Attractions: Yamdrok Tso Lake
Located approximately 80 km southwest of Lhasa, Yamdrok Lake is revered by Tibetans as a sacred body of water, exuding a nearly mystical charm with its brilliant blue hue.
After crossing the Tsangpo River, the road ascends steadily to reach Kamba La (4850m), where breathtaking views of Yamdrok Lake nestled among the mountains unfold, with snow-capped peaks visible in the distance towards the Bhutanese border. Stay overnight in Lhasa.
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals, Breakfast
Today your guide will transfer you to the airport and help you get on board. Please confirm your departure flight. The Lhasa tour package end.
Arrival at Kathmandu airport and transfer to your hotel. relax and prepare your next trip ahead.
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals, Breakfast
