Global Flight to Chengdu Tianfu International Airpot
According to the flight schedule, on the first day, you will fly to Chengdu Tianfu International Airport. After arriving at Chengdu Tianfu International Airport, you will check in at the Tianfu International Hotel.
Meals: Breakfast: Not Included Lunch: Not included Dinner: Not included
Accommodation: Tianfu International Hotel
Chengdu—Milin Peach Blossom Village—Nyingchi
Arrive at Nyingchi Milin Airport around 11:00 AM. Visit Milin Peach Blossom Village: Located in Milin County, this village transforms into a picturesque scene adorned with pink peach blossoms every spring, attracting numerous visitors to marvel at its beauty.
After the visit, check into the hotel and rest.
Meals: Breakfast: Included Lunch: Not included Dinner: Not included
Accommodation: Nyingchi Mertropolo
Nyingchi—Gala Peach Blossom Village—Lulang Forest—Lulang Pasture—Nyingchi
Depart in the morning to visit Gala Peach Blossom Village, renowned for its magnificent peach blossoms, especially during spring. Located east of Nyingchi's city center, the village and its surroundings become adorned with pink blossoms, creating a stunning natural backdrop. Visitors can stroll through the village, take photos, appreciate the natural beauty, and experience the unique cultural ambiance of Tibet.
Next, head to Lulang, approximately 80 km away. Along the way, cross the Sejila Mountain Pass at an altitude of 4,515 meters. Enjoy the vibrant Sejila Forest, with its colorful landscapes and panoramic views of Nyingchi County. The pass is also an excellent spot for distant views of Mount Namjagbarwa and for capturing photographs of this majestic peak.
Afterward, visit Lulang Forest, known in Tibetan as "the place where immortals live." The forest features ever-present snow-capped peaks in the distance, expansive forested landscapes up close, resembling a paradise on earth and an otherworldly sanctuary. Continue to Lulang Pasture, a picturesque pastoral scene with pristine forests on the hills and alpine meadows at their base, dotted with grazing cattle and sheep.
Return to Nyingchi after the visits.
Meals: Breakfast: Included Lunch: Not included Dinner: Not included
Accommodation: Nyingchi Metropolo
Nyingchi—Basomtso Lake—Basomtso Peach Blossom Village—Lhasa
Depart in the morning for Lhasa. Along the way, enjoy the scenic views along the Nyang River, often referred to as the "Tears of the Goddess," with its emerald-green waters so clear that the riverbed is visible, creating an exceptionally tranquil and crystal-clear landscape.
After approximately an hour’s drive, visit Basomtso Lake, often called "Little Switzerland" for its breathtaking beauty. The lake, surrounded by snow-capped mountains and dense forests, is one of Tibet's most stunning high-altitude lakes. Take a raft to the island in the middle of the lake to enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding landscapes.
Basomtso is renowned for its serene beauty and is located in Bomi County within the Nyingchi region. Each spring, peach blossoms bloom along the lake's shore and the surrounding slopes, creating an enchanting spectacle. Basomtso Peach Blossom Village, situated near this picturesque lake, is one of the best spots to appreciate the blooming peach flowers.
On the route to Lhasa, you can also admire the Bonggyetang Grassland. Arrive in Lhasa in the evening.
Meals: Breakfast: Included Lunch: Not included Dinner: Not included
Accommodation: Lhasa Guizang Manor Hotel (Diffused Oxygen Supply + Humidifier)
Downtown Lhasa: Potala Palace—Jokhang Temple—Barkhor Street
Morning: Visit the Potala Palace to see its chapels, audience halls, golden burial chortens, Buddhist frescoes, and thangkas.
Afternoon: Explore Jokhang Temple, Tibet's holiest site, and then stroll around Barkhor Street to shop for traditional Tibetan artifacts and souvenirs.
Special gift: Tibetan-style welcome dinner, Travel photography
Meals: Breakfast: Included Lunch: Not included Dinner: Not included
Accommodation: Lhasa Guizang Manor Hotel (Diffused Oxygen Supply + Humidifier)
Lhasa—Yamdrok Lake—Karola Glacier—Shigatse
Morning: Depart from Lhasa for Yamdrok Lake, one of Tibet's sacred lakes known for its stunning colors and scenery at 4,441 meters above sea level. The "Jade Lake" in Tibetan, it blends turquoise waters with distant snow-capped mountains. Experience the serene beauty up close, with diverse mountain ranges, Tibetan villages, and grazing animals along the shore.
Afternoon: Pass by Karola Glacier, a majestic sight wrapped in mist and clouds, showcasing its geological significance and natural beauty. Continue to Gyantse, Tibet's "Heroic Town," glimpsing Gyantse Fortress from afar. Journey across the Gyantse Plain to reach Shigatse.
Meals: Breakfast: Included Lunch: Not included Dinner: Not included
Accommodation: Shigatse Meidi Holiday hotel
Shigatse—Tingri—EBC
Morning: Travel by car through Lhatse to Xegar, crossing the 5,220-meter-high Gyatso La Pass. Catch a distant view of Mount Everest's majestic peak upon arrival in Xegar. After a brief stop at the pass, continue towards Dingri.
Afternoon: Arrive at the Everest Natural Reserve, the world's highest altitude nature reserve. Visit Rongbuk Monastery, renowned as the best vantage point for viewing Mount Everest at 5,100 meters. Take an eco-friendly vehicle to Everest Base Camp at 5,200 meters, where you can marvel at the world's tallest peak and possibly witness the ethereal Everest Cloud Flag fluttering like the flame of life.
Meals: Breakfast: Included Lunch: Not included Dinner: Not included
Accommodation: Rongbuk hotel (Oxygen Supply)
EBC—Tingri—Shigatse
In the morning, witness the majestic Mount Everest bathed in sunlight, its snow-capped peak and hanging glaciers creating a sacred and awe-inspiring sight. Feel humbled by the vastness and tranquility of the
universe. After this encounter with Everest, return in the afternoon to Shigatse, nestled amidst the sprawling and magnificent Himalayas.
Meals: Breakfast: Included Lunch: Not included Dinner: Not included
Accommodation: Shigatse Meidi Holiday hotel
Shigatse—Tashilunpo Monastery—Tibetan Family Visit—Lhasa
Before spending about 4 hours to drive back to Lhasa from Shigatse, we will visit the largest Monastery in west Tibet, the Tashilunpo monastery, as the last but famous historic sites for your Tibet tour. Tashilunpo monastery is one of the the six great Gelukpa institutions and was founded in 1447 by a disciple of Tsongkapa, containing the world's largest gilded copper image(26m high) of future god Jampa. Drive along the Friend-ship Highway back to Lhasa.
Meals: Breakfast: Included Lunch: Not included Dinner: Not included
Accommodation: Lhasa Guizang Manor Hotel (Diffused Oxygen Supply + Humidifier)
Lhasa—Qinghai—Tibet Railway—Xining Train Station
Taking the train in the morning, along side there will be sightseeing of Hoh Xil.
Meals: Breakfast: Included Lunch: Not included Dinner: Not included
Accommodation: On the train
Xining Airport — Chengdu
Around 8 AM, arrive in Xining, the capital of Qinghai Province. A private transfer will take you from the train station to Xining Airport. End your perfect Tibet journey!
Meals: Breakfast: Not Included Lunch: Not included Dinner: Not included
Accommodation: Self-arranged