6 Days Tibet Golden Route Tour（join in tour）

Day 1 Arrival at Lhasa by flight or train [3658m]

You will be greeted by your Tibetan guide once you arrive in Lhasa airport or train
station. From airport to Lhasa city is 68km, around one hour and half drive will take
you to the holy city Lhasa; from the train station it is only 15km and takes 20 minutes
by drive. Afterwards, free time for relax, have a good rest and drink more water to
acclimatize the high altitude on the plateau. Overnight in Lhasa.

Day 2 Lhasa Sightseeing [B] + [D]

Today is your first day of sightseeing on the high plateau, so we have purposely
arranged only to visit Jokhang Temple and Potala Palace. Potala Palace is the
worldwide known cardinal landmark of Tibet. The massive structure itself contains a
small world within it. Mostly it is renowned as residence of the Dalai Lama lineages
(Avalokiteshvara). Jokhang Temple is the most scared shrine in Tibet which was built
in 7th century and located at the heart of old town in Lhasa. The circuit around the
Jokhang called Barkhor Street is a good place to purchase souvenirs. Both of them
are the focal points of pilgrims from entire Tibetan world, multitudinous pilgrims are
circumambulating and prostrating in their strong faith. Afterwards stroll on the
narrow streets of Lhasa old town to meet local people and visit their markets. A
"Welcome Dinner" is arranged for today. Overnight in Lhasa.

Day 3 Lhasa Sightseeing [B]

About 8km west of central Lhasa is the Drepung Monastery, once world's largest
monastery with about 10,000 monks. This day's sightseeing begins with these white
monastic buildings piled up on the hillside. Walking up to the hill is a pleasant thing,
an easy break from the solemn ambience inside the halls and chapels. At the plat
roof of hillside, you can have very good views of the whole Lhasa city and the distant
mountains. Drepung is one of Lhasa's two great Gelugpa monasteries, the other is
Sera Monastery. Around 5km north of central Lhasa, Sera may not be as grandiose as
Drepung, but is more serene surrounded by many small temples. The 'Buddhism
Scriptures Debating' in Sera is very famous. Overnight in Lhasa.

Day 4 Lhasa / Gyantse / Shigatse [3840m], 360km, 6-7hrs drive [B]

After breakfast, you’ll first start the drive to Chushul, here you will cross Kambala
Pass which is 4794m high, Kambala Pass will provide you the first sight of the holy
lake - Yamdrok tso. Then drive down to the bank of Yamdrok tso Lake, it takes about
half an hour driving along the beautiful the bank to the nearest town - Nangartse,
normally groups will have their lunch here. After lunch, continue on Southern
Friendship Highway towards west, enjoy the spectacular views of the snow-capped
mountains, valleys and grasslands with the groups of nomads. Far in the distance
you’ll spot the towering massif Mt. Nojin Kangtsang (7191 m), and the staggering
Karo-la Glacier (5045 m). Arrival at Gyantse in the afternoon, in Gyantse, you will be
arranged to visit the Phalkor Monastery and the famous stupa - Gyantse Kumbum,
the most stunning architectural wonder in Tibet. Afterwards drive to Shigatse, about
90km away from Gyantse, the drive will take about 1.5 hours. Upon arrival, check in
the hotel. Overnight in Shigatse.

Day 5 Shigatse / Lhasa 270km, 4hrs drive [B]

Morning visit Tashilunpo Monastery and the spectacular tombs of Panchen Lamas in
Shigatse, and do its “kora” which provides a great view of whole Shigatse city. Then
start driving back to Lhasa along the northern friendship way, marvelous landscapes
and sceneries along the Brahmaputra River will accompany you all the way back to
Lhasa. Free time at own disposal upon arrival. Overnight in Lhasa.

Day 6 Lhasa airport / train station dropping off [B]

Morning Lhasa airport or train station dropping off, the time to say your farewells to
your guide and driver, end the trip.

Price Quotation:

Comfortable Jan. to Apr. to Jul. to Sept. to Nov. to

Class Mar. Jun. Aug. Oct. Dec.
price/person
720 740 840 800 720
(USD)
price/person
5040 5180 5880 5600 5040
(CNY)

Comfortable Jan. to
Class Mar.
price/person
720
(USD)
price/person
5040
(CNY)

Comfortable Apr. to
Class Jun.
 price/person
740
(USD)
price/person
5180
(CNY)

Comfortable Jul. to
Class Aug.
price/person
840
(USD)
price/person
5880
(CNY)

Comfortable Sept. to
Class Oct.
price/person
800
(USD)
price/person
5600
(CNY)

Comfortable Nov. to
Class Dec.
price/person
720
(USD)
price/person
5040
(CNY)

Single Supplement:

Comfortable Jan. to Apr. to Jul. to Sept. to Nov. to

Class Mar. Jun. Aug. Oct. Dec.

price/person
103 103 118 118 103
(USD)

price/person
700 700 800 800 700
(CNY)

Comfortable Jan. to
Class Mar.
price/person
103
(USD)

price/person
700
(CNY)

Comfortable Apr. to
Class Jun.

price/person
103
(USD)

price/person
700
(CNY)

Comfortable Jul. to
Class Aug.

price/person
118
(USD)

price/person
800
(CNY)

Comfortable Sept. to
Class Oct.

price/person
118
(USD)

price/person
800
(CNY)
 Comfortable Nov. to
Class Dec.

price/person
103
(USD)

price/person
700
(CNY)

Price Includes:
1) Airport or train station pick-up in due time (The free airport pick-up is at
12:20PM in the morning and 16:00PM in the afternoon; Railway station service is
always free.)
2) Airport or train station see-off in due time (Vehicle leaves at 07:30AM and
11:00AM in the morning from hotel; Railway station service is always free.)
3) All entrance fee to all the scenic spots mentioned.
4) Accommodation: 1 room for 2 adults at hotel in Lhasa.
5) Meals: mainly Breakfast. See detailed itinerary for complete listing.
6) English Speaking Guide: All of our guides are local Tibetans with infectious
smiles and a passion for sharing their homeland.
7) Vehicle Rental & Driver: All of our vehicles are well maintained and safe. Our
drivers are experienced in driving in the Tibetan landscape.
8) Travel Permits: All Tibet traveling permits.
9) Tourist Accident/Casualty Insurance
10) Bottle water everyday
11) Welcome dinner

Price Excludes:
1) Transportation to and from Tibet
2) Other services of non-Tibet parts
3) Meals not specified in the itinerary
4) Tips for the tour guide and driver