Special Tibet Winter Package

Be know as a "sunshine city", Lhasa has an annual average daily temperature of 8 degrees C. Tourists can enjoy the sunshine everyday. And what's more, less visitors in Lhasa in winter so that you can enjoy your tour more comfortably. What's the most important, travelling to Tibet in winter will be much saving compared with other duration.

7 days tour to Everest Base Camp

 

ITINERARY

Day 01 Arrive in Lhasa, get the first impression of Tibet

Day 02 Lhasa highlights escorted tour

Day 03 Lhasa/Gyangtse (alt.4040m)/Shigatse (alt.3850m)

Day 04 Shigatse/Tingri (alt.4300m)/EBC (alt.5200m)

Day 05 EBC/Shigatse

Day 06 Shigatse/Lhasa

Day 07 Finish this unforgettable tour

 

Detail Itinerary:

 

DAY 01 ARRIVAL IN LHASA

Once you arrive at Gonggar airport or Lhasa Train Station, an easy one hour or half hour drive will take you to your hotel. The remainder of the day can be spent relaxing and exploring some of the many sights in Lhasa. Better to drink some water and have a good sleep for next day’s holy sightseeing excursion.

 

DAY 02 IN LHASA

A trip to Tibet would not be complete without experiencing the vital Potala Palace. This palace is Lhasa's cardinal landmark and is a wonder of Eastern architecture. Your first site of this massive structure will be a magical moment remembered for years to come. It has been a palace since the fifth or sixth century and was once home to the Dalai Lama. And go for a tour to world heritage site of Jokhang Temple, This temple is the most revered shrine in all of Tibet and is constantly bustling with devout worshippers. Then We will be given the opportunity to shop in Barkor, the crowded central market of Lhasa.

 

DAY03 LHASA - GYANTSE [3950m] - SHIGATSE [3900m]

In the morning drive to Gyantse along the Kyichu River. On the Kamba La (4.796 m) have a fantastic view of the holy lake Yamdrok, one of the three holy lakes in Tibet and the largest habitat of waterfowls in south Tibet. Then continue to Gyantse, you can enjoy Ningjinkangsang Snow Mountain and Karola Glacier from a distance on the way as well. Upon arrival in Gyantse, have a stop in Palkhor Temple for around one hour, if you would like to have a visit (self-paid), you could go and the guide will be with you. If you don’t, you could stroll in this ancient town at leisure. After that, continue to Shigatse, the second largest city in Tibet, have the view of the famous fertile farmers’ land.

 

DAY 04 SHIGATSE [3900m] - TINGRI [4390m] – EBC [5200m]

In the morning the guide takes about some time to issue the group the second travel permit (PSB) or the guide may do it on the arrival day if time permit. The PSB permit is a must travel document for the visit to Mt. Everest. Then visit Tashilumpu Monastery. After the visit, drive further in to the mountains to get to Mt. Everest Base Camp via Tingri. The road condition to the Base Camp is rough; stay overnight at Rongbuk Guesthouse, the accommodation tonight is a little simple.

 

DAY 05 EBC [5200m] - SHIGATSE [3900m]

From the arrival day till today you will have the best view of Mt. Everest in any way. Get up earlier and enjoy the stunning view of the mountain Himalayas and maybe the sunrise if weather permits. Have a stop in Rongbuk Monastery (optional visit, self-paid), the highest monastery in the world. Then we will drive back to Shigatse city, upon arrival, leisure time at your disposal.

 

DAY 06 DRIVE SHIGATSE BACK TO LHASA

Today early breakfast and drive back from Shigatse to Lhasa, for the purpose of catching the famous debate sessions of the monks in Sera monastery, which was created in 1419 and has always been an important Buddhist seminary. As rose are planted everywhere in the monastery, it is also called “the court of wild rose”. Today still 200 lamas live in there.

 

DAY 07 FINISH THIS UNFORGETTABLE TOUR

Free time in the morning, after lunch departure transfer to see off, tour services end and Tibet welcome you back forever.

 


(The price is US$20/p.p. higher if your booking is within 10 days prior to departure)

The price here is the Net Price, and we collect from the Chinese Currency rather than USD. The price in USD is based on the exchange rate of 1:6.75.

 

Our Service quality in the group sized tour

*  Our guide will hold the sign and wear the chest card to meet you at the airport

*  Comfortable vehicle(s) with good condition, different type according to different season and different group size

*  Clear and comfortable accommodation with western buffet breakfast in Lhasa

 

Surcharge will be applied to the following situations:

*  we pick up the clients at the airport once at 15:20 per group

*  we see off the clients to the airport once at 12:00 per group
 
*   If you want to have your own flight time or departure place, an individual/separate transport and the express charge for the permits with other extra charge would be provided. Following is our price for those:

*  the price is ONLY the land cost, excluding the airfare or the train tickets.

*  Optional tour to some mentioned sightseeing items, you will pay for that if you go

 

Service included:

*  Accommodation in 3 star standard hotels in Tibet and one night local guesthouse at EBC (only guesthouse available) based on B.B.

*  All transportation in Tibet between sightseeing places

*  Airport pickup and departure transfer in Lhasa

*  An experienced English speaking tour guide

*  All entrance fees of sightseeing place mentioned in itinerary

*  All necessary travel permits

*  Park-entry permit for Qomolangma Nature Preserve includes personal entry and vehicle entry.

 

Service not included:

*  All air tickets or train tickets

*  Lunch & Dinner (You can easily explore on your own, 1-10 US$ per person)

*  Services of non-Tibet parts

*  Private expense like laundry, IDD calls, drinks in the room, etc.

*  Extra expenses and/of additional days caused due to unexpected events (delays, porterage because of land slides and other natural events.)

*  Tips for the tour guide and driver.

*  Bank charge of the payment (that means, the listed prices are our net prices, the amount reaches to our bank account should be the same as the listed price)

*  Single supplement

11 days fly in fly out tour with Everest Base Camp


Tour price starts from $630

 

Details of this trip:

 

North of India, Nepal, and the great Himalayas lies an ancient land unparalleled in its beauty and majesty. This land of Tibet, often referred to as the roof of the world, is the largest and highest plateau on earth. Its unique Buddhist culture, magnificent wildlife, and grand peaks have been sealed from outsiders for years. You are now given the chance to experience this land of mystery and fantasy!

 

The majority of this trip will be spent traveling the Friendship Highway, home to some of the most breathtaking scenery this side of heaven. Our route will lead us through seven days of rugged beauty. Along this journey we will pass through spectacular mountain peaks, numerous Tibetan settlements, and more ancient monasteries than you could imagine. We will have plenty of opportunities to explore this wealth of natural and cultural allure. While in Gyantse and Shigatse we even immerse ourselves in the Buddhist culture.

 

The first four days of our journey will be spent in the old city of Lhasa. This time will allow for excellent sightseeing and proper acclimatization. The awe-inspiring Potala Palace and Jokhang Temple will be some of the mains sites we see while in Lhasa. Soon after we will depart in four wheel drive Toyota Land cruisers. Along the amazing Friendship Highway we will stay in first-rate yet traditional Tibetan hotels every step of the way.

 

The highlight of this trip for many is our visit to the base camp of Everest. The sheer brilliance of this mountain is something which must be seen first hand to be truly appreciated. You will be blown away by its beauty and astronomic size.

 

This Tibet trip will guarantee to be the memory of a lifetime. Tibet's awe-inspiring landscape, mountain views, and vibrant Buddhist culture are unparalleled in this world.

 

Come join us in the roof of the world!

 

ITINERARY

 

 Day 01 Fly or train(from China side) into Lhasa [3680m]

 Day 02 Visit Jorkhang Temple, Barkhor Street, Sera Monastery in Lhasa

 Day 03 Visit Potala Palace, Drepung Monastery in Lhasa

 Day 04 Drive Lhasa - Gyantse [3950m] 261 km

 Day 05 Sightseeing & drive Gyantse - Shigatse [3900m] 90km

 Day 06 Sightseeing & drive Shigatse - Shegar [New Tingri: 4050m] 244km

 Day 07 Drive Shegar - Rongbuk [5000m] 68km

 Day 08 A 8km detour to EBC! then drive Rongbuk - Tingri [4390m] 65km

 Day 09 Drive Tingri - Shigatse [3900m] 250km

 Day 10 Drive Shigatse - Lhasa [3680m] 280km

 Day 11 Departure

 

Service included:

* 3 stars standard hotel in Lhasa, Gyangtse, Shigatse, guesthouse in Tingri and Roungbuk

* Transportation by Private vehicle

* Lhasa Gonggar airport or train station pick-up and send-off

* Tibet local English speaking travel guide

* Tibet Entry permits, Alien’s Travel Permit

* All sights entrance tickets as per the program

 

Service not included:

* Lunch & dinner (You can easily explore on your own, 1-10 US$ per meal)

* Personal Natural expense like Laundry, IDD calls, etc

* Bank Telex wire transfer processing fee

* Tips for your guide and driver

 

*You can start this trip entering from Kathmandu, in Nepal side, as well as from Beijing, Shanghai, Chengdu, Canton (Guangzhou), Chongqing, Kuming, Xian, Xining all these cities in China side by Air or available trains for your convenience.

4 days Lhasa tour

Tour price starts from $270

 

This classical tour will lead participants through the ancient city of Lhasa. This wondrous city is generally regarded as the heart of Tibet and is filled with unparalleled history, culture, and beauty. The Potala Palace dominates the skyline with its powerful and ancient architecture. The numerous temples and monasteries surrounding the city, such as the Jokhang and Drepung, allow travelers to experience Tibetan Buddhism first hand. A visit to these ancient monasteries will leave you with a sense of astonishment for years to come!

 

First rate accommodation will be provided in the Dhood Gu Hotel, a traditional Tibetan hotel located conveniently close to nearly all major attractions in Lhasa. It is not easy to get bored in Lhasa as there is so much to see and explore. What an incredible experience it will be!

 

Itinerary

 

Day 1 - Arrival in Lhasa by train or air

 

Once you arrive at Gonggar airport or Lhasa Train Station, an easy one hour or half hour drive will take you to your final destination of the traditional Dhood Gu Hotel, The remainder of the day can be spent relaxing and exploring some of the many sights in Lhasa.

 

 

DAY 02 - In Lhasa

On this second day morning we will take an easy visit to Jokhang Temple. This temple is the most revered shrine in all of Tibet and is constantly bustling with devout worshippers. We will also be given the opportunity to shop in Barkor, the crowded central market of Lhasa. In the afternoon we will visit is Sera Monastery, a fifteenth century sprawl of golden roofs and whitewashed walls. This well preserved monastery is located just a few miles North of Lhasa and is home to several hundred monks. its famous debating activities are happening 3-4pm quite regularly every day, so remind our guide not to miss it.

 

DAY 03 - In Lhasa

A trip to Tibet would not be complete without experiencing the vital Potala Palace. This palace is Lhasa's cardinal landmark and is a wonder of Eastern architecture. Your first site of this massive structure will be a magical moment remembered for years to come. It has been a palace since the fifth or sixth century and was once home to the Dalai Lama. This truly amazing day will ended with a visit to the Drepung Monastery. Once the world's largest monastery, housing 10,000 monks, Drepung monastery lies hidden in rocky ridges just beyond the city. Surprisingly much of the building was left untouched throughout so many hundred of years.

 

Day 4 - Fly to Kathmandu or get to China side by air or train

Your private driver, the guide and the vehicle will see you off, your Tibet tour ends. And hopefully it will leave you unfogetable experience in your whole life, this Holy tour will bring you good luck.

 

Service included:

* 3 stars standard hotel in Lhasa

* Transportation by Private vehicle

* Lhasa Gonggar airport or train station pick-up and send-off

* Tibet local English speaking travel guide

* Tibet Entry permits, Alien’s Travel Permit

* All sights entrance tickets as per the program

 

Service not included:

* Lunch & dinner (You can easily explore on your own, 1-10 US$ per meal)

* Personal Natural expense like Laundry, IDD calls, etc

* Bank Telex wire transfer processing fee

* Tips for your guide and driver

5 days Lhasa tour with Gandan and Drag Yerpa

Tour price starts from $310

 

This classical tour will lead participants through the ancient city of Lhasa. This wondrous city is generally regarded as the heart of Tibet and is filled with unparalleled history, culture, and beauty. The Potala Palace dominates the skyline with its powerful and ancient architecture. The numerous temples and monasteries surrounding the city, such as the Jokhang and Drepung, allow travelers to experience Tibetan Buddhism first hand. A visit to these ancient monasteries will leave you with a sense of astonishment for years to come!

 

Gandan Monastery - the first Gelugpa Monastery. Although this monastery has been destroyed over the years, there is still much to see. Many pilgrims walk the kora around this holy place and one can observe their many rituals along the way. And also you will visit the holy caves Drak Yerpa, which is one of the holiest caves in Lhasa area.

 

Itinerary

Day 1 - Arrival in Lhasa

Day 2 - Visit Jokhang Temple, Barkor and Sera Monastery

Day 3 - Visit Potala Palace and Drepung Monastery

Day 4 – Visit Gandan Monastery and Drag Yerpa Meditation Cave

Day 5 – Departure from Lhasa

 

Service included:

* 3 stars standard hotel in Lhasa

* Transportation by Private vehicle

* Lhasa Gonggar airport or train station pick-up and send-off

* Tibet local English speaking travel guide

* Tibet Entry permits, Alien’s Travel Permit

* All sights entrance tickets as per the program

 

Service not included:

* Lunch & dinner (You can easily explore on your own, 1-10 US$ per meal)

* Personal Natural expense like Laundry, IDD calls, etc

* Bank Telex wire transfer processing fee

* Tips for your guide and driver

6 days Lhasa,Lake Yamdrok, Gyangtse, Shigatse tour

Tour price starts from $375

 

Our first stop on this incredible classic tour will lead us through the ancient city of Lhasa. This wondrous city is generally regarded as the heart of Tibet and is filled with unparalleled history, culture, and beauty. The Potala Palace dominates the skyline with its powerful and ancient architecture. The numerous temples and monasteries surrounding the city, such as the Jokhang and Drepung, allow travelers to experience Tibetan Buddhism first hand. A visit to these ancient monasteries will leave you with a sense of astonishment for years to come!

 

First rate accommodation will be provided in the Kailash Hotel, a traditional Tibetan hotel located conveniently close to nearly all major attractions in Lhasa. It is not easy to get bored in Lhasa as there is so much to see and explore. What an incredible experience it will be!

 

All our traveling will be done in comfortable tourist vehicles, Our informative and welcoming guides will lead you through this amazing country of Tibet. Stops will be made along the way in the small towns of Gyantse and Shigatse. Allow yourself to relax in these extraordinary towns and immerse yourself in the rich Buddhist culture. You can learn a lot from these Tibetan people. It will be even easier to enjoy Tibet as nothing but the best Tibetan hotels will be provided for you.

 

Itinerary:

 

 DAY 01 - Arrival in Lhasa by train or air, transfer to your hotel

 DAY 02 - Visit  Jokhang Temple, Barkhor Street, Sera Monastery in Lhasa

 DAY 03 - Visit  Potala Palace and Drepung monastery in Lhasa

 DAY 04 - Lhasa/Gyangtse visit Gyangtse Dzong and Kumbum then to Shigatse

 DAY 05 - Shigatse visit Tashilungpo Monastery then back to Lhasa

 DAY 06 - Flight From Lhasa to your next destination

 

Service included:

* 3 stars standard hotel in Lhasa and Shigatse

* Transportation by Private vehicle

* Lhasa Gonggar airport or train station pick-up and send-off

* Tibet local English speaking travel guide

* Tibet Entry permits, Alien’s Travel Permit

* All sights entrance tickets as per the program

 

Service not included:

* Lunch & dinner (You can easily explore on your own, 1-10 US$ per meal)

* Personal Natural expense like Laundry, IDD calls, etc

* Bank Telex wire transfer processing fee

* Tips for your guide and driver

6 days Lhasa, Tsetang Tour

Tour price starts from $420

 

Itinerary:

Lhasa Tsetang Tour - Day 1 - Arrival in Lhasa

Lhasa Tsetang Tour - Day 2 - Visit Potala Palace and Jokhang Temple

Lhasa Tsetang Tour - Day 3 - Visit Drepung and Sera

Lhasa Tsetang Tour - Day 4 - Visit Samye Monastery

Lhasa Tsetang Tour - Day 5 - Visit Yungbulakang Palace,  Tibetan kings tombs and Tanddruk Monastery

Lhasa Tsetang Tour - Day 6 - Say goodbye to Tibet and fly out.

 

Day 1 Your Tibetan English speaking guide and the driver will meet you at Ghongkhar Airport, and transfer you to Lhasa city with about one hour driving (65 km).You'll get greeted by Nie Tang Budda- a Budda image engraved in the mountain face. After arrive in Lhasa, check into hotel, rest for acclimatization.

 

Day 2 Morning visit: The first day sightseeing begins with Lhasa's cardinal landmark- Potala Palace, a structure of massive portions. Its towering image already appearing on various occasions, but your first sight of the Potala will still be an awe-inspiring moment. It takes at least a good 2-hour to visit those rooms, halls and chapels.

Afternoon visit: Some 2km to the east of the Potala is the most revered religious structure in Tibet- Jokhang Temple. Bustling with worshippers and redolent with mystery, the Jokhang is an unrivalled experience. The quadrangle of streets surrounding the Jokhang is the Barkhor- Lhasa's most interesting pilgrimage circuit. This area of the Old Town is both the spiritual heart of Lhasa and the main commercial district for Tibetans.

 

Day 3 Today we are going to visit Drepung Monastery and Sera Monastery.

About 8km west of central Lhasa is the Drepung, once world's largest monastery with about 10,000 monks. This day's sightseeing begins with these white monastic buildings piled up on the hillside. Walking up to the hill is a pleasant thing, an easy break from the solemn ambience inside the halls and chapels. At the plat roof of hillside, you can have very good views of the whole Lhasa city and the distant mountains.

Drepung is one of Lhasa's two great Gelugpa monasteries, the other is Sera. Around 5km north of central Lhasa, Sera may not be as grandiose as Drepung, but is more serene surrounded by many small temples. The 'Buddhism Scriptures Debating' in Sera is very famous.

 

Day 4 Today we will go through the Gangpo Ri Mountain on the way to Tsethang cross the widest part of Yarlung Zangpo River and visit the first Monastery in Tibet Samye Monastery, 2 hours on a local boat just to cross the River and another half an hour by local tractor or truck to finally reach Samye. The day will end in the third largest city of Tibet, Tsethang. we will stay in the best hotel in town Tsetang Hotel.

 

Day 5Visit The Valley of the old civilization, Yarlung Valley, This majestic area is widely believed to be the cradle of all of Tibetan civilization, the birth place of Tibetan People. A birds eye view down from the Yungbulakang Palace, an amazing architectural site perched on a cliff give you most wonders of how ancient Tibetan People live in such a peaceful wide open valley. A visit to Tibetan kings tombs, the massive burial grounds and unique antique looking Tanddruk Monastery leave you a dream of its passed glory. It is one of the oldest buildings in all of Tibet! You will spend your last night sleeping well back in Tsethang.

 

Day 6 Pack your luggage and get ready for leaving. The guide will transfer you to the Lhasa Ghongkhar airport, and help you board the plane. Say goodbye to Tibet and fly out.

 

Service included:

* 3 stars standard hotel in Lhasa and Tsetang

* Transportation by Private vehicle

* Lhasa Gonggar airport or train station pick-up and send-off

* Tibet local English speaking travel guide

* Tibet Entry permits, Alien’s Travel Permit

* All sights entrance tickets as per the program

 

Service not included:

* Lunch & dinner (You can easily explore on your own, 1-10 US$ per meal)

* Personal Natural expense like Laundry, IDD calls, etc

* Bank Telex wire transfer processing fee

* Tips for your guide and driver

8 days Lhasa, Gyangtse, Shigatse, Tsetang, and Yarlung Valley Tour

Tour price starts from $520

 

Our first stop on this incredible classic tour will lead us through the ancient city of Lhasa. This wondrous city is generally regarded as the heart of Tibet and is filled with unparalleled history, culture, and beauty. The Potala Palace dominates the skyline with its powerful and ancient architecture. The numerous temples and monasteries surrounding the city, such as the Jokhang and Drepung, allow travelers to experience Tibetan Buddhism first hand. A visit to these ancient monasteries will leave you with a sense of astonishment for years to come!

 

First rate accommodation will be provided in the Dhood Gu Hotel, a traditional Tibetan hotel located conveniently close to nearly all major attractions in Lhasa. It is not easy to get bored in Lhasa as there is so much to see and explore. What an incredible experience it will be!

 

All our traveling will be done in four wheel drive Toyota Land cruisers. Our informative and welcoming guides will lead you through this amazing country of Tibet. Stops will be made along the way in the small towns of Gyantse, Shigatse, and Tsethang. Allow yourself to relax in these extraordinary towns and immerse yourself in the rich Buddhist culture. The last part of our journey is spent exploring the Yarlun Valley, or valley of the tombs. You can learn a lot from these Tibetan people. It will be even easier to enjoy Tibet as nothing but the best Tibetan hotels will be provided for you.

 

Itinerary:

 

 Day 1: Fly to Lhasa

 Day 2: Visit Jokhang Temple & Barkhor Street, Sera Monastery

 Day 3: Visit Potala Palace and Drepung Monastery

 Day 4: Lhasa to Gyangtse visit Gyantse Dzong and Kumbum then continue drive to Shigatse

 Day 5: Xigatse sightseeing of Tashilungpo Monastery then drive back to Lhasa

 Day 6: Drive to Tsethang visit Samye En-route

 Day 7: Visit The Valley of the old civilization, Yarlung Valley Yungbulakang Palace, Tanddruk Monastery, Tibetan kings tombs

 Day 8: Fly to your next destination

 

Service included:

* 3 stars standard hotel in Lhasa, Shigatse and Tsetang

* Transportation by Private vehicle

* Lhasa Gonggar airport or train station pick-up and send-off

* Tibet local English speaking travel guide

* Tibet Entry permits, Alien’s Travel Permit

* All sights entrance tickets as per the program

 

Service not included:

* Lunch & dinner (You can easily explore on your own, 1-10 US$ per meal)

* Personal Natural expense like Laundry, IDD calls, etc

* Bank Telex wire transfer processing fee

* Tips for your guide and driver