Classic City Tour

Lhasa, capital of the Tibet Autonomous Region, covers an area of 544 square kilometers and is "The Land of Gods" in Tibetan.

Sits on the north bank of the River Lhasa, a tributary of the Yarlung Tsangpo River, at an altitude of 3,700 meters. It has a history of over 13 centuries. With more than 3,000 hours of sunshine annually, Lhasa is famed as "the City of Sunshine".

It is the capital of Tibet Autonomous Region and the center of Tibet's political, economic, cultural, and religious activities. There are many historic sites and famous relics in the city proper and its suburbs, among which the Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, Drepung Monastery, Sera Monastery, and Ganden Monastery are world famous.

DETAIL ITINERARY:

Day 01: Arrive in Lhasa by Plane or by Train:

When your flight arrives in Tibet, please take a taxi or bus to the hotel. Our tour guide will meet you at the hotel. On the way, you will enjoy the 'heart-beating' highland view along the Yarlong Tsangpo River (the longest river in Tibet). The rest of the day is free for you to relax and become more acclimatized to this altitude.

Day 02: Potala Palace and Free Time [B]:

You should notice the gathering time and contact number of your guide in advance. Your hotel is located in the downtown of Tibet, which is very near the Potala Palace. Our guide will wait for you in the hall of your hotel, then walk to Potala Palace ( about 15 minutes). We will present an urban map of Lhasa to you. After visiting the Potala Palace, you will enjoy the rest of the time. The meals need to be arranged by yourself.

Day 03: Jokhang Temple/ Barkhor Street/ Bicycle Sightseeing (Optional) [B]:

Our guide will wait for you in the hall of your hotel, then walk to Jokhang temple and Barkhor Street ( about 10 minutes) After visiting, you can choose to take part in our bicycle sightseeing (the charge in USD to rent the bicycle. it needs to be paid by yourself), if not joining it, the rest of time is free for you.

Day 04: Leave Lhasa [B]:

Transfer to the airport or train station by aviation shuttle bus (charge per person one way) or by taxi by yourself. We don’t arrange the guide and special bus to send off. If you need us to send off, we will be happy to arrange that. Please contact us for the prices.

Note:

1. The 3-star comfortable standard room of the Yak hotel is offered in this tour.

2. Yak Hotel is located in the downtown of Lhasa, which is a gathering area of foreigners and near scenic spots. Breakfast is offered.

3. We will try our best to transact your relevant permit promptly once we receive the deposit. Furthermore, we will send the permit to you by express delivery before arriving in Lhasa.

TOUR COST INCLUSIONS:

1. Accommodation: 3-night stay in Lhasa. You can choose a budget guest house, 3 3-star level hotel, or 4 4-star level luxury hotel according to your preference.

2. Meals: Breakfasts are marked as B in the itinerary. If you choose a budget guest house, the breakfast will not be included.

3. English-speaking local Tibetan Guide for Day 2 and Day 3.

4. Travel Permits: All Tibet traveling permits.

5. Entrance Fees: the entrance fees for Potala Palace and Jokhang Monastery.

6. Government Tax

7. Delivery fee of Tibet permits

TOUR COST EXCLUSIONS:

1. Transportation to and from Lhasa

2. Airport or train station transfer. If you would like to schedule a different time or place to enter/leave Tibet, we will be happy to arrange that at the following prices for one way:

3 . Vehicle Rental & Driver: We won't arrange a vehicle or a driver for this group tour. You can take a bus or a taxi by yourself.

4. Other services of non-Tibetan parts

5. Single room supplement

6. Lunches and Dinners

7. Personal expenses like laundry, ISD calls, drinks, etc.

8. Tips for the tour guide and driver.

9. Extra expenses incurred due to unexpected natural events (delays, road washouts, etc.)

10. Bank charge for payment

TRAVELING TIPS:

1. Do have good acclimatization before forwarding to the Everest, as the altitude there at the base camp is over 5200 m; going directly to the Everest without 1 or 2 days of acclimatization poses a danger to your tour. Drinking more water helps you acclimate to the altitude there.

2. Better do not take a shower after arrival in Lhasa if you are going to visit Everest, because the biggest threat to your safety on the plateau is catching a cold but not altitude over 5000 m.

3. May and October are the best seasons to go as the sky is clearer, and you can see the summit of Everest with ease.

4. We do not suggest that pregnant people over 60 or under 12 visit this area

5. Bringing warm wear is also important as the temperature in this region could become low during the night. Besides, a sleeping bag is also necessary because the condition of the guesthouse outside of Shigatse could be simple.

6. Do not litter in the EBC area, though some did. Please bring a bag with you to place the trash you produce and take it away.