Day 01 : Arrival in Kathmandu airport and transfer to the hotel by one of our representatives. Short briefing about Tibet trip.

Overnight: Hotel

Day 02 : Leisure in Kathmandu

Overnight: Hotel

Day 03 : Transfer to the Kathmandu international airport and departure to Lhasa. The Tibetan guide will meet you at the Lhasa airport and transfer to the Hotel.

Overnight: Hotel

Day 04 : Visit the magnificent Potala Palace and after having lunch visit to Sera Monastery and Nurbulingka Park.

Overnight: Hotel.

Potala Palace - The Potala Palace is the essence of Tibetan ancient architecture and the treasure room of art in Tibet. In 1961, it was designated by the China Central Government as the foremost cultural heritage under state protection. In 1994, it was declared to be a World Heritage Site. Originally, it was built for the marriage of the King Songtsen Gampo and the Princess Wencheng in the Tang Dynasty. Today visitors can find the sculpture of these two important figures in history in the palace. Whenever a religious festival comes, a large crowd of Buddhists will gather here to do Buddhist services.

Sera Monastery - Sera Monastery is a popular site for visitors to Lhasa. The monastery impresses visitors with its magnificent buildings which are arranged in rows. The main architecture in it includes the Coqen Hall, Ngaba Zhacang, Je Zhacang, Me Zhacang and Kamcuns. Covering an area of over 1,196 square yards, the Coqen Hall is the most imposing building in the monastery and also the center of activity.

Norbulingka Park - The so-called Summer Palace of Tibet is the Norbulingka Park which is located in the west suburb of Lhasa. As the biggest man-made garden of Tibet, it was constructed in the 18th century. After generations of expansion by Dalai Lamas, it has grown into a classical garden with both Tibetan and Han flavors.

Day 05 : In the morning we will visit Drepung Monastery and after having lunch , visit Jokhang Temple, the thriving bazaar of the Barkhor Street, the Tibetan Traditional Hospital and the Carpet Factory.

Overnight: Hotel.

Jokhang Temple - One of the best known attractions in Tibet is the Jokhang Temple. Lying in the center of Lhasa City, the temple is a large architectural complex composed of halls built in different dynasties. The best time suggested to visit there is in July, August and September.

Barkhor Square - If you are familiar with the Jokhang Temple in Lhasa, you may also know about Barkhor Square that surrounds the temple. In other words, the Barkhor Square centers on the Jokhang Temple, with the Tibet Hospital to its east, the Helinkuo East Road to the west, the Yanhe East Road to the south and the Xingfu East Road to the north. Built in the 7th Century, the street retains its original image and we can see the traditional dwellings of Tibetan people.

Day 06 : Drive Lhasa to Tsetang: visit Samye Monastery, visit Yumbu Lakang and Trandruk Monastery.

Overnight: Hotel

Yumbu Lakang - Yumbu means female deer, Lakang means holy palace, so Yumbu Lakang means the palace on the back legs of the doe in Tibetan. It is regarded as the first palace in Tibet history. Sitting on the crest of a hill, it is composed of three components: the chapels, the monks' quarters and the tower.

Day 07 : Drive Lhasa to Gyangtse: Visit Polkar Monastery and Gyangtse Old street.

Overnight: Hotel.

It is an interesting phenomenon in Tibet that cattle dung can be seen stored in piles in the yard or exhibiting on the wall in each house. Tibetan people are very clever and found that cattle dung is a kind of clean and economical fuel, because the cattle only eat grass so that they are far from being polluted. The amount of cattle dung stocked is regarded as the token of wealth of each family. Namely, the more dung you pile, the more cattle you have, then the richer you are. You will gain a better insight into Tibetan culture when you take the family visit in Lhasa or roam around the old streets of Gyangtse.

Palkhor Monastery - as a notable Tibetan monastery, it is different from others in structural style. It is the one that blends three sects of Tibetan Buddhism: the Sakyapa Sect, the Kadampa Sect and the Gelugpa Sect. It is reputed as the best of the stupas in Tibet on the grounds that it is completely preserved since its establishment.

Day 08 : Drive Gyangtse to Shigatse: Visit the Tashilungpo Monastery and the new palace of the Panchen Lama.

Overnight: Hotel.

Tashilhunpo Monastery is complicatedly laid out with many rooms, so it is better for you to visit the site in order. Standing beside the Buddha Basking Platform, you can overlook the whole monastery and the nice view of Shigatse. Generally speaking, photo-taking is under great restriction in Tibetan monasteries. However, you can take some photos here by paying an additional fee as long as you are permitted by the lamas, and there are clear signs inside to direct you how much to pay for taking photos. If you are lucky enough to come across some big festivals like the Tibetan New Year or the Dancing Deity Festival when you tour the monastery, you can visit it by paying a small amount of fee by yourself on the spot. It is open for public from 08:00 to 16:00, but closed during the lunch time from 12:00 to 14:00.

Day 09 : Drive Shigatse to Zhangmu: This drive offers fantastic views of the high mountains including Everest (8848m.) when crossing Lalung La Pass (5050m) and Nyalamu La Pass (3800m).

Overnight: Hotel

The road condition along this way is not good and sometimes bumpy and muddy. Also the food supplied may not be as good as you expect due to the limited local conditions. Therefore, you are advised to get fully prepared for it and take some fast food, snacks or chocolates along with you to avoid any discomfort.

Day 10 : Drive Zhangmu to Kathmandu: Crossing Friendship Bridge into Nepal to meet Nepal guide and drive to Kathmandu.

Overnight: Hotel

Day 11 : Sightseeing in Kathmandu

Overnight: Hotel

Day 12 : Transfer to the airport and departure.

The tour price includes:

1. Transfers airport/hotel/airport
2. Hotel in Kathmandu on twin sharing BB basis
3. Transportation(Private jeep/car) for seven days in Tibet
4. Guided visits & entry of the monuments/monasteries in Tibet
5. Flight tickets for Kathmandu-Lhasa
6. Tour Permits in Tibet
7. Breakfast for 7 mornings during Tibet tour
8. Accommodation in Hotel during the Tibet Tour for 7 nights
9. Tibet entry visa
10. Transportation (private car) with guided tour by Nepali guide
11. Your international flight re-confirmation

The tour price does not include:

1. International Flight (other than Kathmandu-Lhasa)
2. International airport tax in Kathmandu- approximately USD 20
3. Nepal entry visa fee USD 40. (Total 30 days from the date of issue) and you may easily obtain your visa upon your arrival in Kathmandu international airport
4. NOTE: You need 2 Passport size photos for the visa
5. Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu and Tibet
6. Travel Insurance (compulsory and we strongly advise you to take out to cover accident/repatriation helicopter/medical care)
7. Personnel trekking equipment
8. Personal expenses such as cold drinks, mineral water, alcoholic drinks, telephone, hot shower, etc
9. Emergency evacuation rescue charge, if needed
10. Personal medical supplies
11. Tips for staff or car/jeep driver