TRAVEL SCHEDULE
| DAYS | CITIES | TOUR HIGHLIGHTS | ACCOMMODATIONS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chengdu | Chunxi Road, China’s Lane, Jinli Street | Hotel |
| 2 | Xinduqiao | Ya’an-Luding-Kangding-Xinduqiao | Guesthouse |
| 3 | Batang | Yajiang-Litang-Haizishan-Batang | Guesthouse |
| 4 | Zogong | Jinsha & Lancang River-Markham-Lawu & Dongda Mountains-Zogong | Guesthouse |
| 5 | Rakwa | Nu River-72 Bends-Basu-Lake Rakwa Tso | Guesthouse |
| 6 | Pome | Midui Glacier-Parlung Tsangpo-Pome | Hotel |
| 7 | Nyingchi | Tongmai-Lulang Forest-Mt. Sejila-Namcha Barwa-Nyingchi | Hotel |
| 8 | Lhasa | Nyang River-Mila Pass-Lhasa | Hotel |
| 9 | Lhasa | Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, Barkhor Street | Hotel |
| 10 | Lhasa | Airport/Train Station Transfer | / |
INCLUSIONS & EXCLUSIONS
| PRICE INCLUDES | PRICE EXCLUDES |
|---|---|
| Permits: All required permits to Tibet include a Tibet Entry Permit, Travel Permit, and Military 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. |
| Travel Insurance: A free one from a Chinese insurance company, but you should buy one from your country for better insurance services. | Extra Expenses: Additional days’ cost caused due to unexpected situations such as natural disasters, political incidents, or any other force majeure. |
What is the most popular way to travel to Tibet? The answer is no doubt that driving to Lhasa from Chengdu, Sichuan via G318 national highway. So now we recommend a world-class overland tour – Chengdu-Lhasa highway is one of the most beautiful but dangerous roads in the world.
This 10-day tour has two parts, the first is an around 2,400km long overland drive to Tibet. It starts from the panda’s hometown Chengdu and ends at the Tibetan Buddhism center – Lhasa. The Sichuan-Tibet Highway is famous for its paradise view but dangerous scenery.
When you enter Tibet along the Sichuan-Tibet Highway, you have to cross many mountains and rapids which is a difficult and dangerous journey but also magnificent. There are snow mountains, primeval forests, grasslands, glaciers (Laigu & Midui Glaciers), and a number of major rivers (Jinsha, Lancang & Nujiang Rivers). All those are the explorers’ and photographers’ ultimate delight. After the wonderful nature tour, you will start 2 days of cultural exploration in Lhasa to see the world’s heritages and mystical monasteries in an intimate way.
Autumn is the best season for this tour to feel four different seasons. Actually, summer is good too but there will be more dangers and unexpected situations. The monsoon will bring more rains which might lead to landslides. It’s a challenging but rewarding adventure that offers an immersive experience of natural beauty.
| SEASON | PRICE |
|---|---|
| Off Season (Dec.-Mar.) | / |
| Shoulder Season (Apr., May, Nov.) | from $1,890 |
| Busy Season (June, July, Aug.) | from $2,090 |
| Peak Season (Sep., Oct.) | from $2,190 |
