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12 Days Beijing,Chengdu,Lhasa,ShigatseTour from US$ 2,297

The Roof of the World remained unknown to the world until the very beginning of the 20th century. With a long history and unique natural environment, Tibet boasts of rich ethnic folklore and magnificent highland scenery.

Tour code: CHTB-01
Destination: Beijing, Chengdu, Lhasa, Shigatse Region
Departure: Daily
Duration: 12 days / 11 nights
Highlights: Tiananmen Square,Forbidden City,Mutianyu Great Wall,Temple of Heaven,Panda Breed Reserve,Potala Palace,Jokhang Temple,Barkhor Street,Tsepung Monastery,Sera Monastery,Norbulingka,Yamdrok Lake,Tashilumpo Monastery

Mysterious Tibet Tour

Day 1 Arrive in Beijing

Met at Beijing Capital Airport by your tour guide and transferred to your hotel. Free at leisure or explore the city at your own.

Accommodation: Holiday Inn Express Beijing Temple of Heaven Forbidden City

Day 2 Beijing (B/L)

Beijing has an impressive history and plenty of sightseeing, with a rewarding collection of palaces, museums and parks. Today we concentrate on the heart of Beijing, beginning with Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City before journeying further to the Summer Palace. Optional evening program: out to the Peking Opera.

Accommodation: Holiday Inn Express Beijing Temple of Heaven

Day 3 Beijing (B/L/D)

One of the highlights of any trip to China is an inspiring day tour to the mighty Great Wall at Mutianyu, where a cable car ride is included. Enjoy plenty of time to walk along its ramparts and absorb the breathtaking views. After lunch return to Beijing, enjoy a little free time before a special Peking Duck Dinner in the evening.

Accommodation: Holiday Inn Express Beijing Temple of Heaven

Day 4 Beijing - Chengdu by plane (B/L)

After breakfast pay a visit to the Temple of Heaven where Qing Emperors prayed to heaven for good harvest. Transferred to the airport for a flight to Chengdu. Upon arrival met by local tour guide and transferred to your hotel.

Accommodation: Jingchuan Hotel

Day 5 Chengdu (B/L)

Today you will visit Chengdu Panda Breed Reserve, learn more about the National Treasure of China. After lunch at local restaurant, visit Sanxingdui ruins dating back to 3000 years ago. The relics here are precious Cultural heritage of mankind, which contain rich historical, cultural and scientific value. Transferred back to your hotel.

Accommodation: Mingshan Anyi Hotel

Day 6 Chengdu - Lhasa by plane (B)

Transferred to the airport for a morning flight to Lhasa.

Upon arrival in Lhasa, you will be met by local tour guide and transferred to your hotel. Relax for the rest of the day.

Accommodation: Cool Yak Hotel

Day 7 Lhasa (B/L)

Full day private tour to Potala Palace, the greatest monumental structure of Tibet Tibetan grandma

and perched upon Marpo Ri Hill. Lunch at local restaurant; visit Jokhang Temple, the spirit centre of Tibet.

Then visit Barkhor Street, the oldest street in Lhasa as well as the century old Lhasa.

Accommodation: Cool Yak Hotel

Day 8 Lhasa (B/L)

Morning tour to Tsepung Monastery, Sera Monastery, both are great and big ones of the kind. After lunch at local restaurant lovely Tibetan kids

visit the Norbulingka, which means Jeweled Garden, once served as a summer palace for the Dalai Lama at the beginning and now serves as the government office. Your destination today will be the Carpet factory where you will have a general idea of how the local specialty is made.

Accommodation: Cool Yak Hotel

Day 9 Lhasa- Shigatse (B/L/D)

Drive to Shigatse after breakfast (347km). On the way visit Yamdrok Lake. It is one of three holy lakes, the others being the holy lake Namtsuo

Namtso and Mampang Yumco. It is the largest inland lake at the northern foot of the Himalayas.

This afternoon visit Baiju Monastery. It has 9 stories, 108 doors and 77 rooms. Each room contains a different statue of Buddha and the wall frescoes telling the story about it.

Accommodation: Shigatse Hotel

Day 10 Shigatse - Lhasa (B/L)

Today's tour starts with a visit to Tashilumpo Monastery. Painted in red and white, the buildings in the monastery stand closely together in terraced rows, offering a grand and majestic view.

Drive back to Lhasa along the Yaluzangbu River. a Tibetan family

Accommodation: Cool Yak Hotel

Day 11 Lhasa - Chengdu by plane (B)

Check out and head for the airport, take a morning flight to Chengdu. Have lunch onboard.

Upon arrival met and transferred to your hotel.

Accommodation: Mingshan Anyi Hotel

Day 12 Depart from Chengdu (B)

Free at leisure till being transferred to the airport or train station for your onward flight or train ride.

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2010-1-1 To 2010-12-31	US$ 4,712	US$ 2,787	US$ 2,297	US$ 356
Re: Price quoted for one pax is inclusive of single room supplement.

Service included:
- Hotel accommodation (double occupancy)
- Air-conditioned private car, or van for transfers and sightseeing
- Domestic flights (economy class)
- Service Charges & Government Taxes
- Experienced English speaking guide in each city
- Entrance fees and meals as specified in the itinerary
- Travel Agency Liability Insurance.

Service not included:
- International transportation
- Chinese visa
- Personal expenses such as: excess luggage charge (please verify your flight documentation), beverages, laundry services, etc.
- Tips or gratuities to local driver and guide