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Full Itinerary & Trip Details

Lhasa Explore - 7
Days

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Trip Overview

PRICE STARTING FROM               DURATION             IDEAL AGE
$1,890                            7 days               5 to 90 year olds

STARTS IN  ENDS IN
Kathmandu  Kathmandu

STYLE
In-depth Cultural

OPERATOR                                     TOUR CODE
Serene Himalaya Treks and Expedition         #171818
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Itinerary

Introduction
Lhasa, the remote abode of the Dalai Lamas, object of devout pilgrimage and heart and soul of
Tibet, is still a city of wonders, despite the large-scale encroachments of modern Chinese
influence. First hint that Lhasa is close is the Potala, a vast white-and-ochre fortress soaring over
one of the world’s highest cities.

It’s a sight that has heralded the marvels of the Holy City to travellers for close to four centuries
and it still raises goose bumps. It is hard to imagine a thriving city at such an altitude, functioning as
the religious, cultural and economic hub of Tibet.

While the Potala dominates the skyline, the Jokhang, some 2km to the east, is the real spiritual
heart of the city. An otherworldly mix of flickering butter lamps, wafting incense and prostrating
pilgrims, the Jokhang is the most sacred and alive of Tibet’s temples.

It is here and the encircling Barkhor pilgrim circuit that most visitors first fall in love with Tibet.

The old Tibetan quarter makes up a small area of Lhasa these days. The modern city is a Chinese
boom town, where a new train line has fuelled massive growth in tourism changing the face of
Lhasa daily.

For all its modernisation Lhasa remains a fantastic cultural hybrid, its streets bustling with a diverse
mix of people. As the gateway to the ‘real’ Tibet, out in the countryside, Lhasa deserves at least a
week to see all the sights, soak up the backstreets and organise the adventures that beckon at the
city limits.
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Day 1 Arrival KATHMANDU (1300m/4265ft)

                                   Kathmandu,
    Start Point
                                   Nepal

Arrive at Kathmandu International Airport where you will be warmly welcomed by our
representative and check in to the hotel. The rest of the day is free to explore this historic and
vibrant city. Meals: Welcome Dinner

Day 2 Fly to LHASA (3650m/11976ft)
From Kathmandu International Airport we have 1 hour 10 minutes, Trans Himalayan Flight to
Gonggar airport, considered one of the most beautiful flights in the world that takes us over
Everest (8848m) and Kanchenjunga (8536m). Those who wish to join in Lhasa, can arrive Lhasa
on the date mentioned. We will be meeting at Gonggar Airport by our Tibetan guide. After
immigration formalities we take a 1.5-hour drive along 93 km road leading to Lhasa lying at an
altitude of 3650 meters. It’s advisable to rest and take it easy for the remainder of the day due to
Lhasa’s altitude. Meals: Breakfast

Day 3 Sightseeing in LHASA
Foremost, our tour begins with a visit to SERA MONASTERY. An experienced tour guide also
working as an interpreter escorts us to this preserved monastery of white-washed walls and
golden roofs. Equally adventurous and exciting tempo builds up while touring NORBULINGKA, the
summer palace of the Dalai Lama. JOKHANG TEMPLE is another important sacred site which
unravels more deep seated mysteries of Tibetan Buddhism. Visit to BARKHOR MARKETS can be
quite a change from other visits as we roam around the city savoring every tiny detail from stall
hawkers coaxing their clients to purchase their goods to exhibition of Tibetan culture, custom and
tradition. Eventually, the tour for the day concludes as we return to the comforts of our hotel. Meals:
Breakfast
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Day 4 Sightseeing in LHASA
Like the previous day, we experience invaluable insights during our visits to POTALA PALACE and
DREPUNG MONASTERY. This 17th century POTALA PALACE offers an awesome view of entire
city and also has private quarters of the Dalai Lama, numerous grand state rooms and chapels.
Ancient history has it that Drepung Monastery which was built in 14th century used to shelter
around 10,000 monks but as now there has been quite a declination resulting in only few hundreds.
Tibetans’ respect and belief are immensely knotted with this monastery. Meals: Breakfast

Day 5 GANDEN MONASTERY & DRAYERPA CAVE
Drive to GANDEN MONASTERY that has extremely delicate and fine murals and sculptures. It
also keeps an armor decorated with gems, which was worn by Emperor Qianlong and was
bestowed to the monastery as an offering to Tsong Khapa. Afternoon we drive to DRAYERPA
CAVE to visit local Lama in caves. Drayer Pa cave is 35kms far from Lhasa city and there are
more than 30 caves for silence thinker lama for religious, we need 1.5 hours to visit some of them,
and we need give little money for their wild cave life. It lies in valley with beautiful view around and
evening back to Lhasa. Meals: Breakfast

Day 6 Fly back KATHMANDU
We take a last memorable look at the Potala Palace before being transported to airport for the flight
back to Kathmandu. Meals: Breakfast, Farewell Dinner

Day 7 Fly back HOME or extend your HOLIDAYS

                                    Kathmandu,
     End Point
                                    Nepal

If you prefer to stay longer, you can consult us for short tours such as game drive at National
parks, rafting, mountain biking, India or Bhutan tours etc. Meals: Breakfast

***Flights are not included in this tour
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What’s Included
Accommodation
3* Hotel in Lhasa and Normal Guest House Rest of the Places

3* Accommodatoin in Kathmandu ( One night only )

Guide
English- speaking, trained and experienced Tibetan guide

Meals
Breakfasts

Transport
Private vehicles for transportation
Lhasa Explore - 7 Days                   https://www.tourradar.com/t/171818

Others
All necessary Tibet travel permits

Pickups and drops from airport and HOTEL

All fees for sightseeing and visits to monasteries as outlined in the itinerary

All applicable taxes and service charges

Driver’s salary, meals and accommodation

Fuel, Road Taxes and Service Charges

Government Taxes and Service Charges

3* Hotel in Lhasa and Normal Guest House Rest of the Places

3* Accommodatoin in Kathmandu ( One night only )
Lhasa Explore - 7 Days        https://www.tourradar.com/t/171818

Departure Dates
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