7-Day Nature and Sightseeing Tour in Lhasa, Tibet

7 days Free CancellationMeet on locationInstant confirmationPrivate tourGuided Operated by Interstellar Cloud Tour Ltd.

Why we love it?

The 7-Day Lhasa, Nyingchi, and Bome Tour offers an immersive experience into the rich culture and stunning landscapes of Tibet. Ideal for travelers seeking a blend of historical exploration and natural beauty, the tour includes visits to iconic sites such as the Potala Palace and Norbulingka, where guests can enjoy the serene gardens. Distinctively, the tour features a private air-conditioned vehicle with large windows for optimal sightseeing, along with an English-speaking local guide to enhance the experience. Additionally, the inclusion of a Tibet permit ensures seamless access to these remarkable destinations.

Inclusions

  • Tibet permit
  • Private air-conditioned business car with big windows and ample space
  • English speaking local guide
  • Activities, hotels, and meals listed in the itinerary
  • 24/7 helpline for while you are traveling

Itinerary

Day 1
  • Here is a suggested itinerary. We are happy to customize a tour according to your interests.

  • Welcome to the 'Sun City', Lhasa. Your private guide and driver will meet you at the airport and transfer you to your downtown hotel. Relax for the rest of the day to get used to the altitude.

Day 2
  • Visit Tibet's most famous landmark — the Potala Palace — in the morning. Enter the palace and see exquisite murals, decorated statues, and antiques. Follow the local people walking around the palace and feel their piety.

    Watch religious pilgrims prostrating themselves at the front gate of Jokhang Templeand stroll around Barkhor Street .

    Explore Ani Tsankhung Nunnery — a quiet but active convent, where females study Buddhism. Have a chat with the nuns and enjoy a cup of butter tea.

Day 3
  • Start your tour at Norbulingka. There you can appreciate the beautiful gardens and see local people going about their daily lives. A Tibetan opera might be showing.

    Explore history-filled Drepung Monastery, the first and largest monastery in Tibet, which dates back to 1416. It housed Dalai Lamas before the Potala Palace.

    In the afternoon, visit Sera Monastery, comprising a great sutra-chanting hall, a college, and 32 dormitories. Watch the monks' debate and enjoy their special "dance".

Day 4
  • Drive from Lhasa to Nyingtri. Enjoy amazing scenery along the highway. Stop at Basomtso — a green lake surrounded by pine trees that is quite different from the austere holy lakes in the west of Tibet.

Day 5
  • Explore Lulang Forest and enjoy the forest, grassland, wild flowers, wondering cattle and sheep, Tibetan houses, and the snowy mountains create a picture of paradise.

    Dance with local Tibetans around a bonfire in the evening.

Day 6
  • Drive back to Nyingchi from Bome. Explore the forest near Gangxiang village, which is one of the ten most beautiful primeval forests in China.

    Stop at a platform for a magnificent view of Nnamjagbarwa Mountain. Its main peak is more than 7,700 meters (25,000 ft) above sea level. Hang a prayer flag and make a wish toward the holy mountain if you like.

    Note:If you come in winter (late december to early February), and are interested to see a beautiful glacier, it is recommended to stay one more night in Bome and have day tour to visit Ranwu Lake, Laigu villlage and witness the amazing Laigu glacier.

Day 7
  • Nyingchi Airport transfer

Cancellation Policy

Fully refundable until 3 days before start

Non-refundable after 3 days before start