Lhasa Cultural Tour 4 days
Explore the Highest human settlement plateau, the Tibetan Plateau, which is located north of the Himalayan ranges. Lhasa City is the capital city (3,656 m) of the Tibetan Autonomous Region and is based on this plateau.
The 4-day tour ideally discovers the Historical and Cultural highlights of Lhasa. Once you embark on our 4-day Tibet tour, you will visit Potala Palace, Sera Monastery, Barkhor Bazaar, Norbulinka Palace, Jokhang Temple, and Drepung Monastery, which are the iconic spots to visit while in Lhasa city.
The Tour begins from visit Potala palace in the morning to avoid the crowds. The palace was built in 1645 by the fifth Dalai Lama. Barkhor market is the ancient round street market with varied shops. Jorkhang Temple is a four-stored holy temple in Tibet with a golden pinnacle. The second day is followed by Norbulingka Palace which is the summer palace of Dalai Lama. This is the biggest man-made garden in Tibet. Afterwards, visit Sera and Drepung Monastery. Lhasa City is dominated by Buddhist philosophy visit the Sera Monastery where you can enjoy the debates conducted by Buddhist monks at the Monastery and Drepung is the largest and most influential monastery in Tibet.
Besides visiting above mentioned places, there is so much more to discover in this captivating Cultural Tibet Tour.
Local Tibetan Meals
Due to the high altitude, Mo:Mo, Cheese, Tsumpa, and Yak Meat are the most preferable traditional meals in Tibet.
Arts and Crafts in Tibet
Lhasa is famous for Gold and its ornaments, paintings, and Carpets are famous in this vibrant Lhasa city. Immerse yourself into this vibrant city with traditional festivals.
Permits and Visa
Traveling to Tibet requires a special permit and visa, which we will obtain for you in Kathmandu from the Chinese Embassy. This process takes approximately 4 working days. Please note that obtaining a Chinese visa on your own in your home country may result in its cancellation.
Small Group Private Tour
Due to new regulations by the Tibetan government, a minimum of 4 participants is required for a group visa. Group sizes typically range from 4 to 12 people. If you looking for a private tour group joining, please inform us in advance.
Best Time to Travel in Tibet/ Lhasa
Tibet, known as the "Roof of the World," experiences dry and cold weather. The best time to visit is between September and November and mid-April to mid-June. July and August are foggy and rainy, while December to February is extremely cold. March is officially closed for tourism.
Embarking on Your Lhasa Adventure
The easiest way to begin your Tibetan cultural tour is from Kathmandu, Nepal. Direct flights operate between Kathmandu and Lhasa on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. We provide a professional guide, experienced driver, deluxe vehicle, and standard 3-star hotel accommodation to ensure a memorable experience.
