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Tibet Lhasa Tour

Duration	5 Days
Level	Easy
Max Altitude	3800
Transportation	Private Car
Group Size	2
Accommodation	Hotel
Meals	Breakfast
Start / End Point	culture_tours

Overview

Undertake an unforgettable 5-day Tibet Lhasa Tour that begins with your arrival in the spiritual city of Lhasa, where you'll be greeted by our local guide and transferred to your comfortable hotel. The adventure kicks off with a full-day exploration of Lhasa’s iconic landmarks, including the majestic Potala Palace, the sacred Jokhang Temple, and the bustling Barkhor Street, where history and culture come alive. On the third day, we explore deeper into Tibet's spiritual heritage with visits to the Drepung and Sera Monasteries and immerse ourselves in the rich history at the Tibet Museum. Day four takes you on a scenic journey to the breathtaking Namtso Lake, a holy site nestled amidst the towering Nyenchen Thanglha Mountains, where you’ll experience the vibrant nomadic culture and serene landscapes. As your tour concludes, you'll depart Lhasa with memories of Tibet's awe-inspiring beauty and profound spirituality. This journey offers a perfect blend of cultural immersion, spiritual exploration, and natural beauty, making it a truly enriching experience in the heart of the Himalayas.

Traveling in Tibet is an experience to stimulates the senses. Ancient Temples, teeming markets, prayer halls filled with praying monks, and the stunning blue waters of Namtso holy lake. This is a tour that will live long in the memory. This four-day tour will take you to the great religious landmarks of Lhasa.

Conclusion: 5-Day Tibet Lhasa Tour

The 5-day Tibet Lhasa Tour is a perfect blend of culture, history, and breathtaking Himalayan landscapes, offering travelers an unforgettable introduction to the heart of Tibet. From the majestic Potala Palace, the former winter residence of the Dalai Lama, to the spiritual serenity of Jokhang Temple and the vibrant local life at Barkhor Bazaar, every moment immerses you in the rich Tibetan heritage. The scenic drives along the Tibetan Plateau and glimpses of snow-capped peaks create lasting memories of adventure and discovery. With an experienced English-speaking Tibetan guide, comfortable accommodations, and seamless logistics, this tour ensures a smooth and enriching experience. Whether you are a first-time visitor or a seasoned traveler, the 5-day Lhasa itinerary combines spiritual exploration, cultural immersion, and scenic beauty in a compact, manageable schedule. Join us on this journey and witness Tibet’s unique charm, history, and natural grandeur like never before with Trekking Trail Nepal.

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Itinerary

Day 1 Arrive in Lhasa by taking a train or flight.

Lhasa airport or train station pick-up by our local English-speaking tour guide and private van, then transfer you to the hotel (3-star). The rest of the day is free on your own.

Day 2 Full-day Lhasa visit to Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, and Barkhor Street.

Hotel pick-up in the morning, then spend the whole morning visiting the famous Potala Palace and exploring the mythical halls, exhibition chambers, and figures of the Buddha. In the afternoon, tour the holy temple in Tibet, the Johkang Temple, which was built during Songtsen Gonpo's period by the princess of Wencheng in the Great Tang Dynasty (618-907 AD). The circular pilgrim way around Jokhang Temple is named Barkhor and later flourished, forming the embryo of the city. The Barkhor market is one of the most famous sites throughout Tibet, and it is the ideal place to buy traditional Tibetan artifacts, religious implements, antiques, books, Tibetan musical instruments, Thangkas, traditional Tibetan clothes, etc.

Day 3 Full-day Lhasa tour to Drepung Monastery? Tibet Museum? Sera Monastery.

Drepung Monastery is located at the foot of a holy mountain and was established by Jamyang Choeje (a follower of Songtsen Gonpo) in 1416. It used to be the home of 10,000 monks, and it was the center of government before the fifth Dalai Lama. Then, the government was moved to the famous Potala Palace. Later on, you can also visit the Nechung monastery, which is located 1 km southeast of Drepung and is the abode of the protector deity Pehar and the seat of the state Oracle of Tibet. In the afternoon, we will visit Tibet Museum, Tibet's first museum in the modern sense. The Museum of Tibet, situated at the southeastern corner of the Buddhist religious garden Norbulingka in Lhasa, was inaugurated in October 1999 on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China and the 40th anniversary of the Democratic Reforms in Tibet as the product of one of 62 Chinese government-funded projects launched in July 1994 in commemoration of the 30th anniversary of the formation of the Autonomous Region of Tibet. Covering 53,959 square meters. At around 3:00 pm, we will go on to visit the Sera monastery, which was founded in 1419 by Jamchen Choeje.

Day 4 Tour from Lhasa to Namtso Lake and back to Lhasa.

Hotel pick-up and check-out by our guide and driver at 8:00 am, then leaving Lhasa for Namtso Holy Lake. While on the way, the beautiful Nyenchen Thanglha snow mountain will accompany us. Today, we will have chances to be escorted to the grassland, visit the nomad family, walk into the tent to drink the fresh yak milk, talk with the Tibetan Children, etc.

Tibet Lhasa Tour

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