TRAVEL SCHEDULE
| DAYS | CITIES | TOUR HIGHLIGHTS | ACCOMMODATIONS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lhasa | Airport/Train Station Pickup | Hotel |
| 2 | Lhasa | Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, Barkhor Street | Hotel |
| 3 | Lhasa | Drepung Monastery, Sera Monastery | Hotel |
| 4 | Tsurphu | Drive 70km about 2 hours to Tsurphu Monastery to prepare trekking | Camp |
| 5 | Leten | Trek to Leten (11km, 5hrs) | Camp |
| 6 | Bartso | Trek to Bartso (15km, 6hrs) | Camp |
| 7 | Dorjeling | Trek to Dorjeling Nunnery (15km, 6hrs) | Camp |
| 8 | Yangpachen | Trek to Yangpachen Hot Spring (14km, 5hrs), then drive back to Lhasa | Hotel |
| 9 | Lhasa | Airport/Train Station Transfer | / |
INCLUSIONS & EXCLUSIONS
| PRICE INCLUDES | PRICE EXCLUDES |
|---|---|
| Permits: All required permits to Tibet include a Tibet Entry Permit and Travel Permit(Chinese visa not included). | China Visa: You should apply for it in your country. (except for flying from Nepal). If any visa invitation is needed, please inform us. Visa Invitation is a free offer. |
| Accommodations: Well-selected 3/4-star hotels with breakfasts (or you can upgrade to better levels with extra charges). | Flights: No international or domestic flights included. |
| Transport: From 5-seat cars to 61-seat tour buses, different types based on group size, but all are new and comfortable. Gas fees and parking fees are all included. | Meals: No lunches or dinners included (your guide can make recommendations according to your needs). |
| Entrance Tickets: All included except for optional activities. | Tips: Tips to tour guide and driver. |
| Guide: A knowledgeable English-speaking Tibetan guide will escort you for the trip. | Personal Expenses: Laundry, phone calls, snacks, soft drinks, optional tour activities. |
| Trekking: Yaks and yak men carry luggage, and cooks do cooking during the trekking period. | Extra Expenses: Additional days’ cost caused due to unexpected situations such as natural disasters, political incidents, or any other force majeure. |
| Travel Insurance: A free one from a Chinese insurance company, but you should buy one from your country for better insurance services. | / |
Tsurphu Monastery is 70 kilometers away from Lhasa city. This trekking line from Tsurphu to Yangpachen is a captivating journey through the rugged terrain of the Tibetan Plateau. It typically takes around 4 to 5 days to complete, covering approximately 70 kilometers of trekking distance.
The challenge of crossing high passes, such as Damchen La Pass at 5,200m and Lasar La Pass at 5,300m, adds an adventurous element to the trek. The trail gradually descends to Yangpachen, known for its hot springs and stunning landscapes, providing a rewarding end to this remarkable journey.
Along the trek, you’ll encounter several points of interest:
Nomadic Camps: You’ll have the opportunity to visit and interact with Tibetan nomadic families along the way, gaining insights into their way of life, including how they herd yaks and sheep on the vast plateau.
Yangpachen Hot Springs: The trek ends in the Yangpachen area, known for its geothermal hot springs. You can relax and soak in these hot springs, which are believed to have healing properties.
It offers breathtaking vistas of snow-capped mountains, serene valleys, and vast expanses of high-altitude grasslands. Along the way, you’ll have the opportunity to visit remote monasteries, interact with local nomads, and immerse yourself in the unique culture of the region.
| WHY TRAVEL WEST CHINA | NOT OTHER AGENCIES |
|---|---|
| No Hidden Charge: Hotels and admission tickets are included. Cost of the hotels will be excluded if you’d like to book on your own. |
Admission tickets and/or hotels excluded which can be a $100-500 surcharge. |
| More Unique Tours: We arrange more unique tour activities to experience local life. |
Just common city tours with a higher price. |
| Competitive Price but Excellent Service: We offer excellent service but competitive prices as a local licensed travel agency registered with the Tibet Tourism Bureau and Ministry of Culture and Tourism. |
Some are not real agencies but middlemen. Their services, even travel permits to remote areas cannot be guaranteed. |
