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Journey to the World Roof (Tibet Tour)
Lhasa - Zetang Town - Shigatse - Dingri County - Gyantse
Description : A journey to Tibet is actually a journey of Culture, Religion, Art and Peace. The holy land will make you feel quiet and peaceful.
Tour Code : CHTB-04
Duration : 9 Day(s) / 8 Night(s)
Day 1 - Lhasa (No meal included)
Upon your arrival, our guide will meet you and transfer you to the city center.
Day 2 - Lhasa (B, L)
Visits : Potala Palace
Today visit Potala Palace which is the symbol of Lhasa. In the afternoon visit a local Tibetan family to learn more about Tibetan people's lives today.
Day 3 - Lhasa (B, L)
Visits : Barkhor Street, Jokhang Temple
After enjoying your breakfast visit Chamji Temple, the God of Wealth Temple in Tibet. After having lunch pay a visit to Jokhang Temple,the first Buddhist temple in Lhasa and China's key cultural relic for protection and a world cultural heritage. Then enjoy a stroll along the Barkhor Street nearby which is the favorite place for all visitors.
Day 4 - Lhasa (B, L)
Visits : Drepung Monastery
After breakfast pay a visit to Drepung Monastery (Vault of the Crops in Tibetan)It is famous for the debates on Buddhist doctrines frequently held,which is also known as the Tibetan Library. After having lunch travel to Sera Monastery. It is known as one of the three greatest monasteries of Tibet and the representative temple for Gelugza. There are lots of Buddhist sutras, Buddhist instruments, Cassocks, gold and silver articles inside this temple.
Day 5 - Lhasa -> Zetang Town -> Shigatse (B, L, D)
Visits : Tashilhunpo Monastery
Today Then you will be driven to Zetang Town. you'll travel to Yamdroktso (4441m above sea level), one of the three holy lakes in Tibet. In the late afternoon, This afternoon Then you will be transferred to Shigatse by private car. visit the Tashilhumpo Monastery, one of the four greatest monasteries of the Gelugpa School of Tibetan Buddhism.
Day 6 - Shigatse -> Dingri County (B, L, D)
This morning Then you will be driven to Dingri County. After having lunch enjoy a half day free at leisure.
Day 7 - Dingri County -> Shigatse (B, L, D)
This morning visit Rongbuk Temple, the highest altitude monastery on the planet and a vantage point for watching Mount Qomolangma. Then travel to the Everest Base Camp by eco-friendly coach. It is absolutely a breath-taking experience to stare up at the world's highest mountain from so close a position. Then you will be transferred to Shigatse by private car.
Day 8 - Shigatse -> Gyantse -> Lhasa (B, L, D)
Visits : Kumbum Monastery(Bai Ju Si Temple)
Today Then you will be driven to Gyantse. you will visit Palkor Chode & Kumbum, the main monastery in Gyantse founded in 1418 and notable for its kumbum. This afternoon visit the Gyangze Anti-British castle ruins, also called historical site for resisting the English enemy; Pala Manor,( the best manor in Tibetan),which is the reduction of feudal serf system. How did the last Tibetan noble live in past? Pala Manor has shown us an live sample. Then you will be transferred to Lhasa by private car.
Day 9 - Lhasa (B)
you will be transfered to the airport and take flight back home or next destination country.
Price per person
Hotels
| City | Deluxe Class | Superior Class | Tourist Class |
| Lhasa | Four Points by Sheraton Lhasa Hotel | Lhasa Hotel | Yak hotel Lhasa |
| Shigatse | Shigatse Hotel | Shigatse Hotel | Shigatse Hotel |
| Dingri County | Zhufeng Hotel | Zhufeng Hotel | Zhufeng Hotel |
Service included
- Hotel accommodation (or similar class, double occupancy)
- Entrance fees as specified in the itinerary
- Meals as specified in the itinerary (B= breakfast, L= Chinese lunch, D= Chinese dinner)
- Experienced English speaking guide in each city
- Air-conditioned private car or van for transfers and sightseeing
- Service Charges & Government Taxes
- Travel Agency Liability Insurance
- Entrance fees as specified in the itinerary
- Meals as specified in the itinerary (B= breakfast, L= Chinese lunch, D= Chinese dinner)
- Experienced English speaking guide in each city
- Air-conditioned private car or van for transfers and sightseeing
- Service Charges & Government Taxes
- Travel Agency Liability Insurance
- Tibet Entry Permit
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
- 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
- Domestic flights (economy class), airport tax and fuel charge
- Train as specified in the itinerary
- Train as specified in the itinerary












