6 days trip
Tsedang and Lhasa Tour
Explore Tibet’s Spiritual Heartland
Overview
6-Days exploring the ancient treasures of Tsedang and Lhasa
This 6-day tour offers an immersive experience in the cultural and spiritual heritage of Tibet. Begin in the ancient city of Tsedang, visiting the sacred Samye Monastery and Chim Phu caves before exploring the spiritual wonders of Lhasa, including the Potala Palace and significant monasteries. This journey is ideal for travelers seeking to explore Tibet's profound Buddhist culture and majestic landscapes.
Trip Summary
Duration
6 days
Difficulty
Moderate
Max Elevation
4300m
Start point
Lhasa
End point
Lhasa
Daily Activity
5-6 hrs
Group Size
1-50 participants
Best Season
Autumn, Spring
Trip Outline
- Day 1Arrival in Lhasa and Transfer to Tsedang
- Day 2Tsedang to Lhasa via Samye Monastery, Visit Chim Phu Caves
- Day 3Lhasa Sightseeing: Potala Palace, Norbulingka Palace, and Tibet Traditional Hospital
- Day 4Ganden Monastery and Drayerpa Cave
- Day 5Lhasa Sightseeing: Sera Monastery, Drepung Monastery, Jokhang Temple, and Barkhor Bazaar
- Day 6Final Departure
Included
- Trekking conservation permit
- Trekking Register Certificate
- Equipped and insured trekking porter
- Experienced and first aid trained license holder trekking guide
- Tea House accommodation during the trek in double occupancy
- All meals during the trek (B=breakfast, L=Lunch, D= Dinner)
- Sleeping bag (only if required)
- Government taxes and service charges
Not Included
- Drinks and Bar Bill (beverage) in the tea house trek
- Helicopter evacuation/rescue in case of emergency
- Personal Insurance
- Personal use trekking equipment
- Tipping to guide and porter
Tsedang and Lhasa Tour
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Detailed itinerary
Day 1
Arrival in Lhasa and Transfer to Tsedang
Arrive in Lhasa and immediately drive to Tsedang (3,550m/11,647ft), the cradle of Tibetan civilization. Tsedang is known for its historical and cultural significance. Rest and acclimatize for the upcoming explorations.
Travel duration
-
Elevation
3550m
Meal
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel
Day 2
Tsedang to Lhasa via Samye Monastery, Visit Chim Phu Caves
After breakfast, visit Samye Monastery, the first Buddhist monastery in Tibet, located along the banks of the Brahmaputra River. Continue with a hike to the Chim Phu Caves, a meditative retreat used by Buddhist monks and hermits. Afterward, drive to Lhasa (3,650m/11,976ft) and settle in your hotel.
Travel duration
-
Elevation
3650m
Meal
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel
Day 3
Lhasa Sightseeing: Potala Palace, Norbulingka Palace, and Tibet Traditional Hospital
Explore Potala Palace, the winter residence of the Dalai Lama, and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Then visit Norbulingka Palace, the Dalai Lama’s summer palace. Finally, stop at the Tibet Traditional Hospital to learn about the ancient Tibetan medicinal practices.
Travel duration
-
Elevation
3650m
Meal
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel
Day 4
Ganden Monastery and Drayerpa Cave
Take a day trip to Ganden Monastery (4,300m/14,108ft), one of the "great three" Gelugpa university monasteries of Tibet. Afterward, explore the Drayerpa Cave, a revered meditation retreat, and take in the serene mountain views.
Travel duration
-
Elevation
4300m
Meal
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel
Day 5
Lhasa Sightseeing: Sera Monastery, Drepung Monastery, Jokhang Temple, and Barkhor Bazaar
Visit Sera Monastery, known for its debates among monks, and Drepung Monastery, once the largest monastery in the world. Continue to the sacred Jokhang Temple, a spiritual heart of Tibetan Buddhism, before browsing the lively Barkhor Bazaar, where local culture and crafts come alive.
Travel duration
-
Elevation
3650m
Meal
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel
Day 6
Final Departure
Transfer to the airport for your onward journey or flight back home, bringing your Tibetan adventure to an end.
Travel duration
-
Elevation
3650m
Meal
Breakfast
Accommodation
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Tsedang and Lhasa Tour
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