Things to Do in Lhasa

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Enjoy the 7 Days overland Road Trip from Lhasa to Katmandu, follow along the Sino-Nepal highway, provide charming sceneries of Himalaya Mountain and picturesque Tibetian country side.  Visiting old town: Lhasa, Gyangz, and Shigatse, provide a complete impression of Tibetian religion, cultural treasure, and fantastic landscapes.  The outstanding Everest Base Camp tour may become your lifelong memory.

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Explore Lhasa on a 4-day guided tour. Visit the Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, and Drepung and Sera Monasteries. Enjoy a welcome dinner and learn about Tibetan culture.

This is a short and simple trip that takes you through the best part of the holy city Lhasa by appreciating its prominent historical architects of Potala Palace and sprawling Sera monastery. Those fleeting moments and great memories you had in Lhasa will pave the ways for your next adventure in Tibet.

Sacred lakes, Buddhist monasteries and Everest Base Camp: experience the trip of a lifetime travelling from Lhasa to the border with Nepal on this 7-day tour.

Discover the wonders of Tibet on a 17-day tour from Lhasa. Visit the Potala Palace, explore the Jokhang Temple, and stand at the base of Mount Everest.

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The Dalai Lama's palace, sacred temples and Buddhist monasteries: immerse yourself in the magic of the Tibetan capital on this four-day tour of Lhasa. 

Explore Tibet's spiritual heart, visiting Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, Barkhor Street, Drepung, and Sera Monasteries. Immerse in rich culture and serene landscapes on this unforgettable journey.

This is a papular overland tour from Lhasa to Kathmandu via EBC. It will take two days to visit Lhasa where you can see the world heritage Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple and Drepung monastery. After the visit to Lhasa, we will drive you to the Shigatse through the main highway. On the way from Lhasa to Shigatse, you'll enjoy the unique plateau scenery of western Tibet by driving along the friendship highway, witness blue color lake Yamdroktso and shinning Karola Glacier under the sunny plateau climate, also you will see the seat of Pancha Lama - Tashilhunpo Monastery. Continue the journey after passing through Shigatse, you will stand on the closest place reaching the sky - Everest Base Camp, and feel the beauty of silence. If the weather is good, you can have a clear view of the sunset of the golden Everest peak. The next day you will go down to Gyirong town in the morning. Finally, you’ll get to the Gyirong border between Tibet and Nepal, and get to Kathmandu.

Discover the best of Tibet on this incredible 8-day tour. Explore Buddhist monasteries, admire spectacular Himalayan landscapes and hike to Everest Base Camp!

Have you always wanted to explore Tibetan Buddhism and mysterious plateau of Tibet? This 3-night tour combo package to Lhasa will take you to see attraction highlights of Lhasa.

Local Travel Agency: We have offices in Lhasa and Chengdu, and our staff solve issues efficiently. Rich Experience: With over 20 years in the travel industry, we reject middlemen, ensuring affordable and enjoyable travel. Flexible Options: We offer 6-10 pax group tours and private custom tours, catering to both individual travelers and groups. Professional Service: Our Pro-CS provide free itinerary planning and assist with train and flight bookings, making your trip to Tibet hassle-free.

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See some of Tibet’s most important sites while taking in views of the stunning landscape on this guided multi-day trip, accommodation included.

Isolated among the highest lands on earth, Tibet is one of the most mystical and spiritual holy places in the world. On this charming trip, you will get to fully appreciate Tibetan natural beauty, diversity, Buddhist culture and rich history. The trip begins from Lhasa, then to Gyangtse to witness the beauty of Yamdrok Yumtso Lake. Finally drive to Shigatse to visit the Tashilhunpo Monastery, which earned a reputation for the splendid Tibetan Buddhist culture.

Embark on the most popular tour in Tibet. Begin the spectacular overland journey with sightseeing in Lhasa, cruise through the Tibetan countryside, visit the Everest Base Camp.

1. VIP luxury small group tour, ensuring over 30% of seats remain empty. 2. Comprehensive Attractions covering Potala Palace, Yamdrok Lake, Karola Glacier, Shigatse, Everest Base Camp, Jokhang Temple, and Namtso Lake. 3. Standard four-star hotel in the city center, within 1-3 kilometers of Potala Palace and Jokhang Temple. 4. Local Tibetan travel agency with excellent service, guaranteed Tibet Travel Permit, and exclusive team doctor. 5. Early bird plan: the earlier you book, the more you save. Additional discounts for group bookings.

Discover Nepal and Tibet's wonders: UNESCO sites, breathtaking views in Nagarkot, and iconic landmarks like Potala Palace. A tour crafted for a lifetime.

Tour provides overview of main places to see in Lhasa and vicinity. Perfect for the first time visit to Tibet. We will take care of the organization of the entire trip: Tibet Travel permit, pick up and drop off at Lhasa airport, accommodation at 3-star hotel (breakfast and lunch incl.), and include guided tours to Potala palace, Jokhang Temple, Drepung monastery, Sera monastery, and Norbulingka. Please allow at least 3 weeks for Tibet travel permit to be issued and to be delivered to the address of the hotel in China of your choosing. Please contact us through Tripadvisor, via either email or phone number to provide us address of your hotel in China and details of date and time of your arrival to Lhasa airport for pick up. We also would need your passport information, nationality, gender, and details of your Chinese visa to be able to facilitate Tibet travel permit

Starting and ending in Lhasa, this 17-day Kailash Manasarovar full moon tour and exploration of the Guge Kingdom delve deeply into western Tibet.

This 8-day Lhasa to Everest Base Camp tour with 4 stars hotel is one of the classic itineraries in Tibet. In this tour, you will not only visit the famous attractions in Lhasa and Shigatse, like Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, Barkhor Street, Drepung Monastery, Sera Monastery, Tashilhunpo Monastery, etc, but also witness the the world highest mountain - Mt.Everest from the Everest Base Camp at 5200 meters above the sea level.

Unveil iconic sites like Potala Palace, Yamdroktso Lake, Gyantse, and Everest Base Camp. Have a kora around the sacred mountain - Mt. Kailash, and explore landscapes and Tibetan culture along the way.

This 7-day tour from Lhasa to Kathmandu follows the Sino-Nepal highway, which offer you amazing views of the Mount Everest and the unique Tibetan countryside. Visit the old cities of Lhasa, Shigatse and Gyantse will give you a complete impression of Tibet's religion, cultural treasures, and dreamlike landscape.

This itinerary is a solution with the must-see places and historical sites connected in an easy and comfortable way. The remote holy Tibet is also included other than traditional scenic sites.

Discover Lhasa - the spiritual city of Tibet. Experience spectacular Buddhist architecture, fascinating culture and authentic Tibetan food. Visit Potala Palace, known as the ‘Crown Jewel of Tibet’. Wander through the bustling Barkor Circuit after visit Tibet’s holiest shrine of Jokhang temple, observe interesting monk debating and explore Tibetan Quarter.

Despite standing an imposing 8,188m above sea level, the world’s sixth highest mountain is actually a relatively straightforward climb - at least when compared to some of the other 8,000ers.

1. Varied scenic spots: Laigu Glacier, Nyingchi, Bomi, Lhasa, Yamdrok Lake, Shannan; 2. Blue ice spectacle: scenery can only been seen once a year; 3. Bonus gift: the highest Tibetan-style etiquette reception, authentic Tibetan welcome dinner, portable oxygen; 4. Early birds special: the earlier you book, the more you save. Group bookings enjoy additional discounts; 5. Guaranteed Tibet travel permit, 4-star prenium hotels.

You will visit the potala palace the great monumental structure all over Tibet, photo stop at the holy lake-Yomdrok Lake , visit the spectacular glaciers, Walking at the Bustling Barkhor Street.

This 8 days tour offers a deep exploration for the Himalayan ranges, it brings you not only through the historical places and operating monasteries like Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, Tashilunpo Monastery, etc; but also lines of breath-taking natural sceneries, such as turquoise water Lake Yamdrok, mighty Nyenchen Kangsar glacier and splendid Mt. Everest Base Camp.

Discover the highlights of Lhasa on a 5-day private tour. Visit the Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, and Barkhor Street. See the Rock Thangka at Sera Monastery and enjoy a picnic at Lake Yamdrok.

This package offers an excellent 4-day trip to the top three attractions in Lhasa, which include Tibet's largest palace – Potala Palace, the holiest temple in Tibetan Buddhism - Jokhang Temple, and the most famous Circumambulation in Tibet - Barkhor Street. Also, you can step into Drepung, one of Lhasa's three monasteries, to experience the profound Buddhism activities there.

This 7-day overland Tibet tour from Lhasa to Kathmandu follows the Sino-Nepal highway, which offer you amazing views of the Himalaya and the picturesque Tibetan countryside. The visit to the old cities: Lhasa, Gyantse and Shigatse, will give you a complete impression of Tibet's religion, cultural treasures, and dreamlike landscape. The highlighted Tibet trip to Everest Base Camp en route will be a life-time memory to overcome yourself and get higher to the top of the world. Notes: Please book this tour 20 days in advance, letting us have enough time to apply for your Tibet Travel Permit and then send it to you.

This is a spiritual tour and no others can compare with. Mt. Kailash is recognized as the holiest mountain, and the center of the world by Hinduism, Tibetan Buddhism, Bon - native religion in Tibet and Jainism. At an altitude of 6656 meters above sea level, Mt. Kailash, shapes like a pyramid, is the main peak of Gangdise Range with symmetrical sides. It is the center of worship for ten thousands of pilgrims each and every year. And the Manasarover nearby is also one of the holiest lakes in the world. Come to Mt.Kailash and Lake Manasarovar, you might find what you are chasing for.

An exhilarating journey to Lhasa and Shigatse, two of the largest cities in Tibet, plus a scenic road trip via Tibetan nomad-inhabited region to sacred Namtso Lake(4,718m), the world’s highest saline lake; the 8-day Tibet tour will give feast your eyes with the best alpine view of central Tibet and leave you awful lots of chances to sample distinct local culture and customs in various regions of Tibet. As a prestigious local Tibet travel agency with 8000+ global travelers annually, we offer you a 100% guarantee to get your Tibet permit for free. Since we are the only local Tibet travel agency, with offices and staff in Lhasa, Kathmandu, and Chengdu, you can count on us to get all the travel formalities to enter Tibet from all direction, including from Kathmandu and other inland Chinese cities.

This is a classic multi-day tour that provides the opportunity to visit from Lhasa to Everest Base camp. The tour will get you acquainted by covering all main tourist sites like Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, Barkor street, Drepung and Sera monastery with Gyantse Kumbum and Tashi Lhunpho monastery. Tourists can also see natural scenery like the beautiful, sacred lake of Yamdrok Tso, and Karo glacier, and beautiful views of Mt. Everest, the highest mountain in the world, from Everest Base Camp.

This is our best-selling tour package! After a three-day sightseeing tour in Lhasa, the capital of Tibet, travelers will head to Shigatse, where they will pass by the stunning holy lake Yamdroktso and the Karola Glacier. Finally, meet with the dreaming Mount Everest and spend a night at the base camp. Enjoy a wonderful time getting close to the heaven!

Our expertly-designed Mt.Kailash tour starts in Lhasa. You will have 3 days to get acclimatized to the Tibetan Plateau while touring the most iconic Buddhist sites in Lhasa city. Then, we set out on a thrilling journey across Shigatse via historical Gyantse to EBC. The first part of the adventure overlaps the classic travel route of Lhasa to EBC tour and will leave you in awe with amazing Himalayan mountain ranges. Then we head further west to Darchen via Saga and holy Manasarovar Lake for the long-awaited Mt.Kailash kora. Our Tibetan guide will accompany you to experience the ultimate hoy walk around sacred Mt.Kailash. Finally, you may choose to head back to Lhasa or exit Tibet into Nepal via Gyirong border. Quite flexible, isn’t it! If you have more time or with a deep pocket, you may choose the big loop tour across Mt.Kailash that may travel for nearly a month.

Enjoy this multi-day tour and explore Tibet through some of its impressive sights: Potala Palaces, Jokhang temples, Drepung and Sera monastery, snow-capped mountains of Nyenchen Thanglha and holy lakes Yamdrok, real Tibetan villages and nomads. Lhasa is one of the highest cities in the world with the altitude of about 3600 meters and prides the world-highest salt lake Namtso. You will also visit the mystical Buddhist monasteries of the Kumbum Stupa in Gyantse, Tashilhunpho monastery in Shigatse.

This tour covers all three world heritage sites, like the winter palace of the Dalai lama - Potala Palace, most important temple of Tibetan Buddhism - Jokhang Temple, and its surroundings - Barkhor street . You’ll visit Lhasa’s great religious institutions of Sera and Drepung. Watch the monks debate their religious interpretations and enjoy 3 nights of accommodations with this package.

This tour will take you to explore the northern and far western regions of Tibet , which have a rich culture and stunning landscapes. You will embark on this trip from Lhasa, where you will spend two days visiting famous attractions. Then you will drive to Gyantse and Shigatse, where you have a good chance to visit Mount Everest. After visiting EBC, you 'll embark on the ultimate pilgrimage: a three -day trek to the sacred Mt. Kailash.

As the beautiful capital city of Tibet, Lhasa is one of the most featured and dreamed-about places in the world. The Potala Palace has served as the symbol of Buddhism for centuries. The everlasting burning ghee lights, pure white godly hadas, resplendent golden funerary stupas of the departed Dalai Lamas, red robed Lamas chanting scriptures in the palace are like a dream. You can feel, but not integrate.

Enjoy the experience of visiting Mount Everest. It will be a lifetime memory for you to stay overnight in the Base Camp. And the great sunset and sunrise at the top of the world will ensure you maximum comfort. Xining is considered as the beginning point of Qinghai-Tibet Railway Railway. You will take a train to Lhasa from Xining and witness the most beautiful scenery outside the train window: land of snows, vast desert, boundless grassland, snow-capped mountains and stunning lakes. This tour is highly recommended because tourists have enough time on the train to acclimate the high altitude gradually as the altitude rises, and then tour to EBC.

Lhasa is the new capital and Tsedang is the old capital for Tibet, this 6-day tour will let you explore the colorful temples, market and enjoy the plateau landscape from Lhasa to Tsedang. Moreover, you will meet the nice local Tibetan guide and local people.

Shanghai is one of the best inbound cities of China. Take a train from Shanghai to Lhasa and enjoy the special scenery changing from skyscrapers of big cities to the depopulated zone of Tibet Plateau. And the train will take you to Tibet for visiting.

This small group tour covers three biggest ancient cities in Tibet: Lhasa, Gyantse and Shigatse. Highlights included: Potala Palace,Jokhang Temple,Barkhor Street,Drepung & Sera Monastery, Holy Yamdrok Lake, Karo Glacier and Tashilumpo Monastery which display the biggest copper Buddha statue in the world. Impressed by religion, cultural and breathtaking naturual view here.The local Tibetan English-speaking guide will help you understand Tibet culture better and you don't need to worry about the Tibet permit issue. Airport or train station pickup and drop-off also included for added convenience. Please note: small group tours have a minimum number of people request, if you want to issue flight / train tickets by yourself, you must wait for our notification of the tour and the permit of Tibet, we won't responsible for any flight/train tickets cancellation lost if you issue them before our confirmation. Thank you for your understanding.

This 7-day tour offers spiritual exploration and cultural immersion in Tibet. Visitors will discover iconic sites in Lhasa like Potala Palace, Norbulingka Palace and Jokhang Temple, view traditional thangka paintings, and join pilgrims at Ganden and Sera Monasteries. The trip also features awe-inspiring natural scenery like Yamdrok Lake nestled amid snow-capped peaks and rolling hills. Participants gain insights into Tibetan Buddhism and heritage through tours of sacred monasteries, alongside experiencing the region's stunning landscapes.

This small group tour covers three biggest ancient cities in Tibet: Lhasa, Gyantse and Shigatse. Highlights included: Potala Palace,Jokhang Temple,Barkhor Street,Drepung & Sera Monastery, Holy Yamdrok Lake, Karo Glacier and Tashilumpo Monastery which display the biggest copper Buddha statue in the world. Impressed by religion, cultural and breathtaking naturual view here.The local Tibetan English-speaking guide will help you understand Tibet culture better and you don't need to worry about the Tibet permit issue. Airport or train station pickup and drop-off also included for added convenience. Please note: small group tours have a minimum number of people request, if you want to issue flight / train tickets by yourself, you must wait for our notification of the tour and the permit of Tibet, we won't responsible for any flight/train tickets cancellation lost if you issue them before our confirmation. Thank you for your understanding.

This small group tour covers all the highlights in Lhasa city: Potala Palace,Jokhang Temple,Barkhor Street,Drepung monastery, Sera monastery. Impressed by one of the three holy lakes in Tibet, the Yamdrok lake at an altitude of 4400m, enjoy the magnificent view of the Nychenchen Khangsar mountain(the highest mountain near Lhasa) and pastures of local herders.The local Tibetan English-speaking guide will help you understand Tibet culture better and you don't need to worry about the Tibet permit issue. Airport or train station pickup and drop-off also included for added convenience. Please note: small group tours have a minimum number of people request, if you want to issue flight / train tickets by yourself, you must wait for our notification of the tour and the permit of Tibet, we won't responsible for any flight/train tickets cancellation lost if you issue them before our confirmation. Thank you for your understanding.