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Lhasa and Tsedang Tour
Hill Stations
- Starts Lhasa
- +1 destinations
- Ends Lhasa
HIGHLIGHTS
We have exclusively designed this central Tibet tour package to assist ardent travelers explore cultural wealth of Tibet. Besides witnessing stunningly well preserved architecture of cultural heritages and historical places, you also find a perfect getaway to cleanse yourself spiritually. As you bask in the grandeur of Potala palace, you bond with Tibetan culture and history. You can stroll along Barkhor markets to observe colorful mosaic of Tibetan arts, culture, custom, tradition, lifestyle and cuisine.
Visits to Jokhang temple and Drepung Monastery further heighten your excitement and zest. In the towns of Gyantse and Shigatse you have an exclusive opportunity to explore monasteries and fully immerse yourselves in the Buddhist culture. On this tour, you are in for an experience of a lifetime.
Day-to-Day ITINERARY
Stay - Lhasa
On the day of arrival, Alkof Holidays representative will meet you at the Gonggar Airport and transfer you to the hotel in Lhasa lying at an altitude of 3650 meters. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Includes: Accommodation, Transfers
Stay - Lhasa
Once you relinquish your delicious breakfast, you straightaway make arrangements for your sightseeing tour. Your experienced guide accompanies you to the famous monasteries of Tibet. On your awe-inspiring visit to Sera Monastery, you are introduced to the important aspects of Buddhism. After lunch, you once again continue exploring Tibetan ancient cultures and civilizations as you pay a visit to Norbulingka, the summer palace of the Dalai Lama. Jokhang temple provides yet another exciting and educative tour. Wandering around Barkhor Markets is another major highlight of the day. Finally, you head back to your hotel for relaxation and refreshments. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Includes: Breakfast, Accommodation, Transfers, Sightseeing
Stay - Lhasa
On this day you get more acquainted with the mystiques of Lhasa. In the morning after breakfast, you will set off to view majestic Potala Palace towering above city of Lhasa. You get to witness unique, pristine and overwhelming array of intricate Tibetan murals, temples, stupas, and tombs of eight past Dalai Lamas from a perfect vantage point. Ancient Tibetan cultures come alive with your every exploration. Later in the noon after lunch, you will visit beautifully landscaped Drepung Monastery. You can observe nuns and monks chanting and performing religious discourses. After this religious journey, you eventually return to your hotel for overnight stay.
Includes: Breakfast, Accommodation, Transfers, Sightseeing
Stay - Tsedang
After spending some time in Lhasa take a 2-hour drive along YarlungTsangpo river through barley and wheat fields to the third largest city in Tibet. En route Tsedang (or Tsetang) you stop at Nyethang (NetangDromalaLakhang), a temple built in 10th century by Atisa, an India Buddhist. The temple contains interesting artifacts and hold significant importance in Tibetan Buddhism. Another stop before you reach Tsedang is Mindroling, 10th century monastery, rebuilt in 1676 and highly reputed for its contribution towards astronomy, astrology, medicine and calligraphy. The Murals on the wall have very special significances and shows the typical Tantric arts. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Includes: Breakfast, Accommodation, Transfers, Sightseeing
Stay - Tsedang
Today will be spent exploring the Yarlung valley which is also known as the Valley of Tombs. Ancient Tibetan history boasts that Tibetan civilization was originated from Yarlung valley. You can spot massive burial mounds of Tibetan Kings.
Today’s sights include Tandruk (Trandruk) Monastery, a 7th century monastery, which holds fantastic wood carved altar, interesting relics and murals. Yambulakang, the castle perched dramatically on a pinnacle above the valley is the oldest known dwelling in Tibet, reputedly the home of the Yarlung Kings. The view from the castle is awesome. The tour continues to the west of Tsedang, crossing the Tsangpo River on a boat to Samye Monastery, founded in 779 AD, is in a green valley among barren mountains surrounded by a village. Samya Monastery is one of the most imposing sights of Tibet. Built between 763 and 75 AD modeled on the University of Otantapuri in India and planned as a representation of the universe it has a collection of pagodas and temples. Overnight stay at the hotel in Tsedang.
Includes: Breakfast, Accommodation, Transfers, Sightseeing
After breakfast at the hotel, It is 2 hrs drive to the airport, your guide will escort you to the airport in time to catch your flight home or onward destination.
Includes : Breakfast, Airport Transfers
WHAT'S INCLUDED?
- Personal assistance during arrival and departure
- Accommodation
- 5 nights accommodation in 3 Star Deluxe hotels on double or twin sharing basis
- Daily breakfast at the hotel
- Local English Speaking Guide
- Transportation - Entire Trip, Including Airport Transfers, Sightseeing by an Air Conditioner Car
- 1-2 persons - Air-conditioned sedan car such as Etios/Dezire or similar
- 3-4 persons - Air-conditioned MUV car such as Toyota Innova or similar
- 5-10 persons - Air-conditioned mini-van such as Tempo Traveler or similar
- 1 Mineral water bottle per person per day
- All applicable taxes
EXCLUDED
- Insurance
- It is advisable that you buy a comprehensive medical/travel insurance in advance from your country before traveling to Tibet.
- Visas Fee (if applicable)
- Any International or Domestic Flight
- Any personal expenses, laundry, telephone charges, shopping, alcoholic beverages etc.
- Any Monument Entrance Fee, Camera Fee
- Anything not mentioned in the Inclusions
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ)
Travel is one of those things that naturally gives rise to queries, concerns and doubts, so we’re here to put your mind at ease. Various "FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS" on your travel to India will be covered into the document. Kindly go through the same and if there are other unanswered questions and clarifications, it would be our pleasure to address the same too.
Many of our travelers join because they are traveling solo. So yes it is absolutely safe to travel solo on this tour. As a solo traveler, you have to pay single supplement charges. Please let us know at time of booking and we’ll arrange the rooming configuration accordingly.
Our tour cost includes personal assistance during arrival and departure, hotel accommodations with breakfast, all transfers, sightseeing and excursions by private air-conditioned car, English speaking local guide, all applicable taxes and dedicated manager with 24x7 support. We can also include lunch and dinner, domestic flights, and other services on request at an additional cost.
The normal check-in and check-out timings in a majority of the hotels are 1400 hours and the 1200 hours respectively. Early check-in's and late check-out's are subject to availability of the rooms, thus we suggest you to book your room(s) previous night itself if you arriving early then the normal check-in time or if you have a late check-out. Just let us know your arrival and departure timing at the time of booking your tour with us and we will help you in managing your stay for the extra hours.
We provide 3 star comfort hotels in our standard tour packages. However you can always upgrade your accommodations to 4 star hotels or 5 star luxury hotels or charming boutique hotels/heritage palaces or any special hotel of your choice at an additional cost.
Not recommended for persons with Back problem, pregnant travelers, heart patients or any person with serious physical illness.
A valid password and VISA to enter China.
Yes. It is advisable that you buy a comprehensive medical/travel insurance in advance from your country before traveling to Tibet.
You will be greeted by our representative at the airport on your arrival. He shall be holding a company placard with your name written on it for your identification. We shall also provide you list of emergency 24 hours contact numbers for any emergency.
We provide dedicated tour managers to all our guest with 24 X 7 personal assistance. Our office is open 24 hours a day which means that you will always have someone to assist you even at any point of time. We shall also give you mobile nos. of our local executives who you may call, email or WhatsApp in case of any need.
YES, you can customize any tour package as per your preferences.
If you are interested in booking any of our brochure tours, you may simply send us an email giving us your details. We normally need an advance amount once we confirm the arrangements for the tour. The amount depends on the services you may require for the tour. This can be paid through bank transfer, credit/debit card, or cash. We need balance payment before arrival.
QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
Our team of travel experts are available 24/7 for you! If you have any questions about this amazing tour, then please feel free to contact us. We will get back to you latest within 2 hours!
PAYMENT TERMS
Client only requires a deposit of 10% of the total amount of the tour to confirm their booking. The remaining balance is then payable 30 days prior to the departure date. For any tour departing within 30 days the full payment of the tour is necessary. This can be paid through bank transfer, credit/debit card, or cash. After receiving the payment, a receipt will be sent directly to client's registered email-id and the final tour documentation will be emailed out approximately 1-2 weeks prior to departure.
CANCELLATION
No additional cancellation fees! You can cancel the tour up to 30 days prior to the departure date and you will not need to pay the full amount of you tour, but the deposit of 10% is non-refundable. But, the deposit is fully transferable to your future bookings with Alkof Holidays.
