Explore the holy city of Lhasa in this 4-day immersive journey through its spiritual landmarks and everyday rhythms. Walk the steps of ancient kings at the Potala Palace, sip sweet tea with nuns, and craft your own Tibetan dinner. Choose between a deep dive into monastic life or a pastoral escape into nomadic traditions. An ideal blend of history, hospitality, and hands-on experiences — guided and customized just for you.
Upon landing in Lhasa (elevation 3,650 m), your private guide and driver will warmly welcome you at the airport or train station. Enjoy a smooth transfer to your hotel and begin acclimating to the altitude with plenty of rest and guidance from your host.
Meet your tour guide.
Start your morning with a pilgrimage to the iconic Potala Palace, exploring both the White and Red Palaces while learning about its unique architecture and the legacy of Tibetan rulers. Admire the structure from four handpicked vantage points for the best photos and perspectives. In the afternoon, take a guided walk through the spiritual heart of Lhasa — visit Jokhang Temple, wander Barkhor Street’s bustling market, and enjoy tea at Ani Tsangkhung Nunnery while discovering Lhasa’s daily rhythm. End the day with a Tibetan cooking class at Tibetan Family Kitchen, where a local chef will help you prepare a traditional dinner.
Potala Palace exploration
Jokhang Temple visit
Barkhor Street market walk
Ani Tsangkhung Nunnery tea experience
Tibetan cooking class & dinner at local home
Option A: Monasteries and Sacred Debate Visit Drepung Monastery, the largest of its kind and central to the Gelug School of Tibetan Buddhism. In the afternoon, explore Sera Monastery, famous for its dynamic monk debates and hillside thangka murals. Don’t miss the stunning panoramic views of Lhasa from the monastery grounds. Option B: Nomadic Day Tour (Seasonal: May–Oct) If you prefer a cultural encounter with Tibetan pastoral life, take a scenic day hike from a nomadic village to their summer pasture. Enjoy a rustic lunch in a nomad’s tent and experience yak milking, butter churning, horse riding, and prayer flag printing — a perfect choice for hands-on cultural immersion.
Option A:<br><br>
Drepung Monastery visit<br><br>
Sera Monastery monk debate observation<br><br>
Hillside thangka mural viewing<br><br><br> Option B (May–Oct):<br><br>
Nomadic village day hike<br><br>
Yak milking & butter churning experience<br><br>
Horseback riding & prayer flag printing<br><br>
Rustic tent lunch with Tibetan nomads
Your private guide and driver will ensure a smooth departure with an escorted transfer to Lhasa airport or train station, assisting with check-out and luggage handling. Leave Tibet with meaningful memories and a deeper connection to its sacred spirit.
Escorted transfer to Lhasa airport/train station
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