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| Locked away in its Himalayan fortress, Tibet has long exercised a 'Shangri-la' type hold on the imagination of the West. Its majestic scenery, mysterious and exotic religious culture, and wonderful people, reward every tourist with an indelible life long memory! Visiting Tibet is a dream for many visitors all over the world. Now you have a chance to make this dream comes true. |
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| Tour Code:LSCP-1 |
| Destination:Lhasa |
| Tour Price: from US$343/per adult, in twin shared (Standard Class, based on 8 persons. For reference only and may vary according to your travel time and group size) |
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| Day 1 | Arrive in Lhasa | Airport to Hotel Transfer (Lhasa) | | | Day 2 | Lhasa | The Potala Palace, The Jokhang Temple, Barkhor Street | L | | Day 3 | Lhasa | Sera Monastery, Norbulingka, Drepung Monastery, The Carpet Factory | L | | Day 4 | Lhasa | Yambajan, Lake Namtso and enjoy the beautiful landscape on the way | L | | Day 5 | Depart from Lhasa | Hotel to airport Transfer (Lhasa) | |
| | | | | | | Day 1 | | Destinations :Arrive in Lhasa | |
| Today's Activities:Upon arrival at Lhasa Airport, you’ll be greeted & warmly welcomed by our professional English speaking tour guide. Transfer to the hotel which you booked before. | | Meals: |
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| Today's Activities:Today we explore Lhasa. Your first stop will be The Potala Palace with its 10,000 steps. It is the largest structure in Tibet. Then we visit to the most celebrated temple in Tibet the The Jokhang Temple . The afternoon is a little more relaxed with time to enjoy some leisure time in Barkhor Street to shop and to look at some of the local crafts. | | Meals: Lunch |
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| Today's Activities:Today you will go to visit Sera Monastery . It is known as one of the three greatest monasteries of Tibet. As one of the three main monasteries of Lhasa, it is here that the monks "famous daily debates" take place. One of the most famous souvenir in Tibet is carpet.Then we will go to The Carpet Factory. By visiting the Factory you will have a general idea how carpets are produced.
After lunch you will have a chance to visit Drepung Monastery and Norbulingka . Drepung Monastery used to be the living palace of Dalai Lamas before the reconstruction of Potala palace (after the 5th Dalai Lamas was bestowed by Qing emperor Qianlong). Norbulingka means "Jeweled Garden". It was constructed as a summer palace for the Dalai Lama and later served the whole governmental administration. | | Meals: Lunch |
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| Today's Activities:After breakfast our guide will transfer you to Yambajan and Lake Namtso . Yambajan is famous for its hot spring and is a nice choice for those who want to get a close look at the Tibetan herders (drokpa) and their semi-nomadic lifestyle. Covering an area of about 150,000 square meters, Yambajan, 87 kilometers away from Lhasa, is situated in the basin at the foot of Nyainqentanglha Mountains to the northwest of Lhasa. Lake Namtso is the second largest saltwater lake in China. The lake is beautiful with its azure water and surrounding snow capped peaks. There is a gravel road from Damxung to the lake. In the rainy season, the route can be quite difficult. | | Meals: Lunch |
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| | | | | | | Day 5 | | Destinations :Depart from Lhasa | |
| Today's Activities:Free in the day until our local guide escorts you to the airport for your onward flight to your next destination. | | Meals: |
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Note: Prices are quoted in US dollar per
adult in twin shared room including breakfast. Price for 1 pax includes single
supplement and breakfast. Price for child is 80% of adult price. Prices are for
references only and may vary according to your travel time and group size. |
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Hotel accommodation in twin shared room with daily breakfast.
Meals as specified in the Tour Summary. (L=Lunch; D=Dinner).
Private car/coach for transfers service and sightseeing program as indicated in
the itinerary.
Local English-speaking tour guide for transfers and sightseeing program as
indicated in each city.
Entrance fees to scenic spots as indicated in the itinerary.
Service charge and government Taxes.
***For tours with Yangtze River cruise, 4* Yangtze River
cruise ship (on twin shared basis) with one night
pre-boarding
in Chongqing, all meals
onboard,shore excursions as indicated in the program.
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Entry or exit China international airfare or train tickets. Domestic
flight/train tickets unless specified in the itinerary .
Hotel room/Cruise cabin single supplement.
Personal expenses such as laundry, drinks, fax, telephone call, optional
activities,etc.
Gratuities to the tour guide, driver, hotel bellboy.
Excess baggage charges.
Fees for entry visa to China.
Services not mentioned in the itinerary.
Traveler insurance.
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