9 days/8 nights

From Chengdu, we land at Gongar Airport and arrive at Tsedang, the city of the Lokha Prefecture. From there we go to Gyantse and the oldest Tibetan Monastery founded by Tibet’s “Second Religious King”. We drive to Shigatse and visit Tashilumpo Monastery, the seat of Panchen Lama and the oldest monastery in the region of Shigatse. From Shigatse we drive to Lhasa and for two full days we ramble through the ancient Bharkor Market agog with treasures. We gaze respectfully at the Jokhang Temple, where a million pilgrims have been blessed and then we go to Sera and Drepung monasteries, famous for their antiquity. Lastly,but the most magnificent, is the Potala Palace-the erstwhile home of Dalai Lama-which looms large over the city of Lhasa. A short distance away is the Norbulingka Palace, exquisite in its pastoral setting. Too soon, we are on day 9 and we reluctantly leave the magic and mystery of Tibet to fly to Chengdu (or Kathmandu) The souvenirs and memories will last a lifetime.

Day 1: Chengdu

Arrive in Chengdu. Met and transfer to the Minshan Hotel for 1 night stay.

Day 2: Chengdu / Lhasa / Tsedang

After an early morning flight to Gonggar airport, we drive overland to Tsedang, Tibet’s pre-Buddhist center of culture. Free at leisure in the afternoon. Overnight at Tsedang Hotel. (B, L, D)

Day 3: Tsedang

Here we visit the tombs of the Tibetan kings and the ancient fortress of Yumbulakang. If time permits, we will also visit a Tibetan family. Overnight at Tsedang Hotel. (B, L, D)

Day 4: Tsedang / Gyantse

Today we travel overland along the southern corridor highway, traveling through the spectacular scenery of the Karo La and Kamba La mountain passes with their stunning views. We arrive in Gyantse. site of the sacred Kumbum Stupa. Stay overnight at Gyantse Guest House. (B, L, D)

Day 5: Gyantse / Shigatse

Drive overland to Shigatse where we see the Tashilumpo Monastery, seat of the Yellow-Hat panchan Lamas and one of the most beautiful Tibetan architecture. Stay overnight at Shigatse Guest House. (B, L,D)

Day 6: Shigatse / Lhasa

Drive overland to Lhasa. Lhasa Hotel. (B, L, D)

Day 7-8: Lhasa

The unforgettable highlights include the towering Potala Palace, sacred Jokhang, Drepung and Sera monasteries, and colorful Barkhor Bazaar. (B, L,D)

Day 9 Lhasa /Chengdu

Transfer to the airport for your return flight to Chengdu. Arrive Chengdu. Continue your journey to other part of Asia. (B)

Tour Package Price:

US $1790 per person
Single hotel supplement: $320

Departure:

Guaranteed departure every Friday from Beijing with minimum of two travelers.

Package Price includes:

• Hotel accommodation (double occupancy) with daily western breakfast
• Airfare Chengdu / Lhasa /Chengdu
• Private transfers in each city
• Private guided tours in each city with English-speaking guide
• Admission and entrance fees
• Lunch and dinner indicated by symbols L, D
• Applicable hotel taxes and domestic airport tax
• Tibet travel entry permit.

*Alternatively, you can fly to Kathmandu from Lhasa at the end of the trip. Additional cost of $80 pp applies for the increase of the air fare.