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 | Ganden | Cycle to Ganden Monastery, 50km, 4hrs | Guesthouse |
| 5 | Lhasa | Cycle 50km about 4hrs back to Lhasa | Hotel |
| 6 | 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). |
| Accommodations: Well-selected 3/4-star hotels with breakfasts (or you can upgrade to better levels with extra charges). Guesthouse or camping in remote regions. | Extra Expenses: Additional days’ cost caused due to unexpected situations such as natural disasters, political incidents, or any other force majeure. |
| Meals: Full board camping at remote regions supported by our Tibetan camp staff who will cook lunch, set up camp, and prepare dinner. | Meals: No lunches or dinners in cities (your guide can make recommendations according to your needs). |
| Transport: A 4WD vehicle to follow us on the road as backup, and a truck to carry luggage and camping equipment. | Personal Expenses: Laundry, phone calls, snacks, soft drinks, optional tour activities. |
| 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. | Flights: No international or domestic flights included. |
| Travel Insurance: A free one from a Chinese insurance company, but you should buy one from your country for better insurance services. | Bicycles: You can bring your own, or rent bikes in Lhasa. |
After acclimatization in Lhasa for 2 days, you can ride a bike from the city to Ganden which is located in the suburb, about 50km far away from Lhasa. It’s a short-riding tour for about 4 hours. Out of Lhasa, you’ll cycle upstream along the Lhasa River, pedal through the Kyichu Valley, and pass by the Ganden Monastery perched on a hilltop with panoramic vistas.
| 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. |
