Arrive Lhasa
Upon arrival at Ganggar aiport, you will be met and transferred to Lhasa city, check in hotel. Rest of the day is at leisure. Stay at hotel and adapt to the high altitude condition. Lhasa, the Capital of Tibet Autonomous Region while the same time an ancient city  with a history of 1300 years, is a place where the traditions meet modernity, the religious blends secularity and a place where you see its past, future and present.  [D]

Lhasa
Sightseeing tour of Potala palace. The Potala palace was the residence of successive Dalailama and Songtsan Gampo, the 34th Tibetan king. Today you can see the tombs of former Dalai Lamas, and frescoes, murals, artwork in it.  Afternoon, we visit Jokang temple and Barkhor Bazaar where you can see traditional Tibetan handicrafts. Jokang temple with its golden roofs was built in the 7th century where house the most valued Buddhist relic, Shakyamuni Buddha, which was brought to Tibet by princess Wencheng. [B/L/D]

Lhasa v Tsurphu Monastery
Today, we drive 70 km to Tsurphu Monastery. Tsurphu monastery is situated in a valley two hours north-west of Lhasa. The landscape here, at over 4000m, is mainly sloping mountainsides brightly speckled with wild flowers in the warm season --white peaks ahead and rushing river below. We will visit the Monastery for its huge Thangkas, These often huge banners comprise some of Tibet's greatest art treasures because of their spiritual significance, size and intricate design. Overnight: Camp site. [B/L/D]

Trekking
The Tsurphu to Dorje Ling Nunnery trek is an excellent choice for those who want to get a close look at the Tibetan herders (drokpa) and their semi-nomadic lifestyle. Although they have permanent winter homes they spend much of the year camping with their animals. Beginning at Tsurphu Monastery this rugged walk crosses several alpine valleys. This is a high elevation trek exceeding 4400m for the entire duration and a maximum elevation of 5450m at the Lasar-la pass. Combining alpine tundra and sweeping mountain panoramas with visits to monasteries and Dorje Ling nunnery, this trek nicely balances cultural and wilderness activities. [B/L/D]

Dorje Ling Nunnery v Lhasa
Today, after visiting Dorje Ling Nunnery, your will be transferred back to Lhasa.  [B/L/D]

Depart Lhasa
Departure from airport for your flight onward.  [B]

Includes:

• 4 star hotels or local best accommodation, based on double occupancy with breakfast daily

  • Lhasa: Tibet Hotel or similar

  • Camp during your trek

• Meals as indicated in the itinerary (B-breakfast, L-lunch, D-dinner)
• Transfer on land cruiser in Tibet
• Professional English speaking tour guide
• Tours on private basis
• Admission to sites
• Tibet entry permit
• Yaks and Yakmen during your trek n Tibet
• Baggage handling

Excludes:

• International airfare, taxes & surcharges
• Travel insurance
• Chinese visa fee
• Personal expenses
• Gratuities
• Tips to guide and driver (US$5.00-8.00 per day suggested)