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Tibet » Northern Tibet Trips » Xian to Lhasa - EBC - Kathmandu - 12 Days
Xining
Xining is located in the eastern part of Qinghai Province and lies on the Huangshui River. It has a total area of 350 km². And It is Capital town o
f Qinghai Province.
Xining is located on the eastern edge of the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau and the upper reaches of the Huangshui River. It is the political, economic, and cultural center of Qinghai Province with an average altitude of about 2,200 meters (7217 feet). Human activity in the region can be traced to 2,100 years ago. During the Western and Eastern Han dynasties, owing to its developing agriculture, Xining was paid noticed due to its economic and military significance. As well as being an important hinge between the Central Plains and the western part of China in ancient times, Xining was an important link in the Silk Road. It continues to be an important rail and road link to the hinterlands of the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau.
Lhasa:-
will visit the Jokhang Temple, situated in the heart of Old Lhasa, it houses Tibet'smost precious religious relic, a golden Shakyamuni Buddha which was brought as a gift by the Chinese Princess Wen Cheng on the occasion of her wedding to the Tibetan King, Songtsen Gompo. Surrounding the Jokhang Temple is the bustling Barkhor Market place, which is the religious and social focus of Lhasa. Later in the day visit the Potala Palace, this legendary palace built a top a single hill is synonymous with Tibet by the first foremost king Songtsen Gompa. The 5th Dalai Lama expanded it to its present structure during the 17th century. This 13 story 1000 room citadel served as the headquarters of the former "Monastic-state" of Tibet and was home to successive Dalai Lamas, who from the latter half of the 18th century used it as their Winter palace. And largest and second largest monasteries Depong and Sera, university and Buddhist learning center.
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Day 01: Arrival at Xining
Upon arrival at Xining airport, to be met and transferred to your hotel in Xining. If time is allowed, you will be arranged to visit Ta'er Monastery, which is a Buddhist Garden buildings, combining the architectural arts of Tibetan and Han Nationalities. Overnight at Xining.
Day 02: Xining - Qinghai lake / Lhasa (B)
Today your will be arranged to visit Qinghai Lake, which is the largest inland salt water late in China. The ellipse-shaped lake looks like a huge poplar leaf sitting on the alpine prairie. Scenery in Qinghai lake varies according to seasons. Summer and autumn are the most comfortable weather conditions and the lake's scenery is most beautiful during these seasons. You can choose to pay extra to cruise on the lake. Afternoon drive back to Xining for the train to Lhasa.
Day 03: Arrival at Lhasa
Today you will see the beautiful Tibetan plateau with the nomads groups, Kekexili Ntature Reserve, ect. Arrival at Lhasa around 18:30, Lhasa train station picking up and transfer to your hotel in Lhasa. Overnight at Lhasa.
Day 04: Lhasa City sightseeing, visit Potola Palace & Jokhang Temple (B)
Today is your first day of sightseeing on the high plateau, so we have purposely arranged only to visit Jokhang temple and Potala Palace. Jokhang temple is the most scared shrine in Tibet which was built in 7th century and located at the heart of old town in Lhasa, the circuit around it called Barkhor street, which is a good place to purchase souvenirs. Potala Palace is the worldwide known cardinal landmark of Tibet. The massive structure itself contains a small world within it. Mostly it is renowned as residence of the Dalai Lama lineages (Avalokiteshvara). Both of them are the focal points of pilgrims from entire Tibetan world, multitudinous pilgrims are circumambulating and prostrating in their strong faith. Overnight at Lhasa.
Day 05: Lhasa City sightseeing, visit Drepung monastery, Sera monastery & Norbulingka summer palace (B)
Today you will be arranged to visit Drepung, Sera monasteries and Summer Palace - Norbulingka palace. Both Drepung and Sera monasteries are Gelugpa (yellow hat) sect monastic colleges. Drepung monastery was the seat of the Government prior to Potala, it was once the world largest monastery in the history with 10,000 monks hailed from different monasteries all over Tibet. Sera monastery is famous for its Buddhism philosophical debate practice, the clapping sound and aggressive expression of the monks are well worth to see. Norbulingka is the summer palace of Dalai Lama, you can visit the residences of different lineages of the Dalai Lama. The park is crowded with picnickers and traditional activities during the Shoton (Yogurt festival) in August. Overnight at Lhasa.
Day 06: Lhasa/ Yamdrok Lake[4300m]/ Gyantse[4040m]/ Shigatse[3836m], 350KM, 7hrs (B)
Morning drive up to Kampala pass [4794m], you will have a glimpse of Yamdrok-tso and spectacular views of Holy Mount Nyenchen Khangsar in the distance, the turquoise coloured Lake Yamdrok Yutso is one of the three holy lakes in Tibet, the unforgettable vista of pincer-shaped turquoise water of the lake and amazing spectacle of Mt. Nyenchen Khangsar glacier from Karo la pass is wonders of the day. Then along the Friendship southern Hwy drive to Gyantse, visit the famous stupa - Gyantse Kumbum, one of the most stunning architectural wonders in Tibet. Late afternoon drive to Shigatse. Overnight at Shigatse.
Day 07: Shigatse / Lhasa, 300km, 5-6hrs drive (B)
Morning visit Tashilunpo Monastery and the spectacular tombs of Panchen Lamas, do its kora with local people. Afternoon drive back to Lhasa along the friendship highway. Overnight at Lhasa.
Day 08: Lhasa /Yangbachen hot-spring / Namtso Lake(B)
Today make a day tour to Namtso Lake. Driving along Northern Tibetan grassland, distance view of the Nyenchen Thanglha snow mountain ranges, and pass the Nargen-la pass[5190m]. Namtso Lake is the sky lake which is one of the three most holy lakes in Tibet, also the highest salt lake. You can do a bit trekking at the lakeside. Afternoon drive back to Lhasa. Overnight at Lhasa.
Day 09: Lhasa train station / airport dropping off(B)
Mornining dropping off at Lhasa airport or train station, end the tour.
Trip Facts
- Total Duration: 8 Nights / 9 Days
- Mode of Transport: Train / Jeep / Van
- Accommodation: Hotel / Guesthouse
- Trip Grade: Moderate
- Max. Height: 5250m
- Start From: Xining
- End To: Lhasa
- Best Season: March through Late october
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Cost Include
- Transportation: Comfortable and clean air-conditioned van or tourists bus;
- Accommodation: 3 star Hotels with daily Chinese / western breakfasts (twin sharing room with private bathroom);
- Guide: English-speaking local tour guide;
- Train hard/soft-sleepers from Xining to Lhasa;
- All personal entrance fees;
- All necessary Tibet permits;
- Train station pick up.
Cost Exclude
- Flight or train tickets out of Lhasa;
- Meals which are not specified in the tour itinerary; ;
- Personal expense such as laundry, drinks, internet, fax, telephone calls etc;
- Personal cost for taking the hot-spring;
- Tips for the guide and driver;
- Others which is not mentioned on the above included items
Trip Facts
- Total Duration: 8 Nights / 9 Days
- Mode of Transport: Train / Jeep / Van
- Accommodation: Hotel / Guesthouse
- Trip Grade: Moderate
- Max. Height: 5250m
- Start From: Xining
- End To: Lhasa
- Best Season: March through Late october
Trip Map
Customize Trip
Trip Facts
- Total Duration: 8 Nights / 9 Days
- Mode of Transport: Train / Jeep / Van
- Accommodation: Hotel / Guesthouse
- Trip Grade: Moderate
- Max. Height: 5250m
- Start From: Xining
- End To: Lhasa
- Best Season: March through Late october
Trip Map
Book This Trip
Trip Facts
- Total Duration: 8 Nights / 9 Days
- Mode of Transport: Train / Jeep / Van
- Accommodation: Hotel / Guesthouse
- Trip Grade: Moderate
- Max. Height: 5250m
- Start From: Xining
- End To: Lhasa
- Best Season: March through Late october
Trip Map
