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6-Day Lhasa Essence and Nyingchi Highlights Tour

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Duration: 6 days
Attraction: Jokhang Temple , Barkhor Street , Potala Palace , Giant Cypress Forest , Namtso Lake
Update: Jan. 20th, 2013

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Day 1:Arrive in Lhasa

Our local guide will greet you at the airport or the railway station and present you a Hada (presenting Hada is a special ceremony of Tibetan for greeting their guests). Then we will set out for the Holy City – Lhasa which is 3658 meters above the sea level. You could take a rest and adapt yourself to the plateau environment after we arrived at our hotel.

Accommodation: 3-star Standard Hotel Meals:None
Day 2:Potala Palace – Jokhang Temple – Barkhor Street

We will visit the highest ancient castle style architectural complex above the sea level – Potala Palace (1 hour). It was the residence of the Tibetan Dalai Lamas, as well as the political, educational and religious center of Tibet. It was built in the 7th century during the reign of Songtsen Gampo. Potala Palace is composed of the White Palace and the Red Palace.

In the afternoon, we will pay a visit to the Jokhang Temple which was widely accepted as the spiritual center of Tibet. The precious Statue of 12-year Sakyamuni (the founder of Buddhism) brought to Tibet by Princess of Chinese Tang Dynasty and the statues of some eminent Buddhists are enshrined in the monastery. There are also exquisite murals which present the history and culture of Tibet collected in the monastery. Then we will take a ramble at Barkhor Street (half an hour) which around the Jokhang Temple. There we could experience the traditional culture and daily life of Tibetan.

Accommodation: 3-star Standard Hotel Meals:B
Day 3:Lhasa – Lake Namtso – Lhasa (500 km)

We will set out for Lake Namtso 250 kilometers away from Lhasa. It is one of the three holy lakes in Tibet and a famous holy place of Tibetan Buddhism. It covers an area of 1900 square kilometers with an altitude of 4718 meters. It is the second largest salt water lake in China and also the highest salt water lake above the sea level.

Accommodation: 3-star Standard Hotel Meals:B
Day 4:Lhasa –Lake Pagsum Co – Nyingchi (520 km)

We will set out for Nyingchi via Mira Mountain Pass with an altitude of 5013 meters along national road No.318. We will drive to Lake Pagsum Co (1 hour) via the source of Nyang River, Mainstay (a famous scenic spot in middle reaches of Nyang River which was highly respected and worshipped by local people), Taizhao Ancient City and Bahe Town. Lake Pagsum Co is the holy lake of Nyingma Sect. It covers an area of 25.9 square kilometers with an altitude of 3700 meters. It shapes like a new moon inlaid among the mountains. Then we will drive to Bayi Town – the location of the administrative office of Nyingchi Prefecture.

Accommodation: 3-star Standard Hotel Meals:B
Day 5:Nyingchi – Old Cypress Tree– Kaddingo Waterfall – Lhasa (450 km)

We will drive 15 kilometers toward the east along national road No.318 after breakfast. We will arrive at the Giant Cypress Forest to admire the old cypress tree which was said to be planted by the founder of Bon with a history of 2600 years. Then we will back to Bayi Town the same way to enjoy the charming landscape of Nyang River. We will also make a visit to Kaddingo Scenic Spot to enjoy the mysterious waterfall. We can also take a rest in the Tibetan style village and enjoy the charm of the ancient drawbridge.

Accommodation: 3-star Standard Hotel Meals:B
Day 6:Leave Lhasa

We will transfer you to the airport or railway station.

Accommodation:NoneMeals:B

Price Include

1. Transfers between airport/train station, hotels and Scenic Spots while sightseeing in Lhasa, Lake Nam Co and Nyingchi by air conditioned vehicle with a driver and English-speaking guide.
2. Meals: Breakfast only
3. Guide: English-speaking local tour guide, your kindly friend in Tibet
4. Entrance fees listed in the itinerary (including vehicle and personal entry permit for Qomolangma Nature Preserve)
5. Accommodation: 3 to 4 star hotel in Lhasa and Nyingchi according to your request.
6. Travel Permits: Tibet Entry Permit (All Tibet traveling permits)
7. Travel Insurance

Price Exclude

1. Transportation to and from Tibet
2. Meals: Lunches & Dinners
3. Single Room Supplement
4. Personal Expenses like beverages, mini bar, laundry, telephone cost, etc
5. Tips to driver and tour guide as your wish.

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Notes For Your Tibet Tours

Before you go
Permits: Passport, Tibet Entry Permit, Aliens’ Travel Permit, Military Allowance.
Health Care: Tourists should take care of your body before you enter into Tibet. People who caught a severe cold, respiratory system diseases, heart diseases, hypertension or asthma are not advised to tour to Tibet.
Personal Belongings: Portable and practical. Forbidden objects and dangerous goods are banned. Flashlight is rather needed since sometimes you have to set off early in the morning and back to your hotel till late at night. You should also bring some daily necessities with you since the accommodation conditions might be pretty poor. Multifunctional Cross-shaped Knife could be used to peel the fruits, open the drinks and canned food.
Enough Cash: There are only few banks in Lhasa and Shigatse such as Bank of China, China Construction Bank, and Agricultural Bank of China due to the limited conditions. Thus tourists are suggested to take enough cash instead of credit card. You can exchange for cash in such banks but foreign currency exchanging service only offered by Bank of China and a few hotels. It’s not convenient to withdraw money in other area of Tibet and even only cash can be accepted.

While in travel
High Altitude Sickness: The high altitude sickness is a normal phenomenon on plateau, and you shouldn’t be too worried about it. Generally, these symptoms would disappear in one or two days after you adapt to the plateau environment. You should sleep enough and drink much water. During the adjustment period, you should not do some violent activities; appropriate clothes should be worn so as to prevent yourself from the cold.
Political Issues: Political issues are very sensitive in Tibet. It is not advisable to discuss the Tibet issue with the local Tibetans.
Not Do in Photography: You should also realize that not all the Tibetans would like to be photographed, especially the Tibetan women. You’d better ask for their permission before you take pictures.
Traditions and Customs: Tour guide will detail the folk customs and taboos of Tibetan nationality and the Hui nationally, which we couldn’t violate.

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