Glimpses Of Forbidden City Lhasa

Our 5 days tour offers Tibet offers the unique opportunity to visit Lhasa, the epicenter of Tibetan Buddhist religion and rule, a visit to famous Potala - a palace of exile spiritual leader His Holiness Dalai Lama. Flying from Kathmandu (4,264ft) over the spectacular Himalayan mountain chain, we'll arrive just outside Lhasa at almost 12,000ft. We'll spend our first night in Tibet relaxing and acclimatizing to the significant increase in altitude. While in Lhasa, we'll tour the labyrinthine halls of the former winter residence of the Dalai Lama, the Potala Palace, and his summer residence, Norbulingka Palace, the seat of power over the Tibetan Plateau. We'll visit the largest monastic university in Tibet at Drepung and walk the kora around Jokhang Monastery with time to barter for goods at Barkhor Market, the heart of both trade and religion in Lhasa. We can travel just beyond the city limits to watch the scriptural debates at Sera Monastery.

Trip Code : LETG
Trip : Ex. Kathmandu
Trip Length : 10 days
Trail Head : Lhasa
Access : By flight from Kathmandu
Tour Style : Accommodation on full board basis
Tour By : Japanese Land Cruiser
Staff : Group Leader, Tibetan Guide & Driver
Maximum Altitude : 3867 m
Group size : Minimum 04
(A team of above 4 people can request own dates)

Traveling in Tibet involves high altitude and can be strenuous. Clients with heart and lung problems or blood diseases should consult their doctor before booking the trip. Altitude sicknesses are common & could be fatal if not taken well care. Our Tibet itinerary with couple days in Lhasa generally makes client fit enough & acclimatizes to continue his/her program. However, simple headache, fever, loss of appetite and stomach disorders can happen before the acclimatization. Advised, drink approx. 3 liters of water per day, do not strain yourself and take regular rests. Smoking and drinking should be stopped for at least first two days.