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Tibet Classic tourDestinations: Lhasa-Gyantse-Shigatse Experience the Tibetan culture, marvel at beautiful monasteries and enjoy the beautiful views from snowy mountain peaks. Spend three days in Lhasa, visiting palaces, monasteries and colourful markets. Get together with locals and explore the Tibetan culture. Leave the capital behind and drive to Shigatse. On your way stop in Gyantse, visit the famous fortress Dzong and marvel at the Kumbum pagoda, which is said to be the most beautiful pagoda in Tibet. Continue your way to Shigatse, the seat of the Panchen Lama. The city has a history of over 600years and is the cultural, economic and political centre of Tibet. Visit the Tashilhunpo Monastery and enjoy the amazing mountain scenery around. Drive back to Lhasa and marvel one more time at Tibets beauty, with snowy mountains and crystal clear blue lakes. |
Brief itinerary Day 1 Arrive in Lhasa (3700 m) Day 2 Lhasa city exploration Day 3 Lhasa city exploration Day 4 Drive to Gyangtse (4040 m)Day 5 Drive to Shigatse (3900 m) Day 6 Drive to Lhasa airport, departure, trip ends Highlights Tibetan village, Tibetan yaks, Mani stone, Tibetan Monk, Gesanghua, Highland barleyLhasa: Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, Barkhor Street, Norbulingka Palace, Brahmaputra, Tibetan family and Sera Monastery, Nepal HighwayGyantse: the fortress Dzong, Kumbum pagoda and Yamdrok Tso Lake Shigatse: Tashilunpo Monastery Duration: 6 daysTour valid: 01/07/2011-30/06/2012Private departure: dailyActivities level: moderate to difficult Accommodation: Three-star hotels or Four-star hotels approved by China National Tourism Administration.Transport: Private air-conditional vehicleMeals: 5 hotel breakfasts, 4 lunches & 2 dinners Size of group: min. 2 persons |