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Welcome to Lhasa, the capital of Tibet Autonomous Region. Upon your arrival at the airport in Lhasa Gonggar International Airport, the tour guide & driver will meet you at the Arrival Hall and then escort you to the hotel in downtown Lhasa for 1.5 hours drive. Check in at the hotel, you can have a good rest to get use to the altitude (3650 mdpl), overnight at Lhasa *3/Similar.

Breakfast at the hotel, in the morning enjoy the experience in the Lhasa Traditional Handicraft Art Center, fully immerse yourself by making Tibetian incese, Tibetan calligraphy, and the secrets of block printing. Tibetan incense is typically burned as an offering during religious ceremonies and rituals in Tibetan Buddhism. You can also participate in writing your own name in the Tibetan Language with the help of a local teacher, and engraving and printing it out. Handmade Tibetan incense and printed text can be taken home as a souvenir of the Tibetan Cultural Experience. After that visit Sera Monastery, which is one of the three great Gelug university monasteries of Tibet, offers the opportunity to experience Tibetan Buddhism up close. The highlight of Sera Monastery is watching the monks' debate, which takes place around 15:00-17:00 (except on Sundays). The debate is an interesting form of exchange, where one monk acts as the questioner, standing while the answerer or group of answerers sit. You will also have the chance to attend prayer ceremonies, visit meditation halls, and learn about the monastic way of life. Back to the hotel, overnight at Lhasa *3/Similar.

seems to go on forever. You may see local people biking or hiking all the way to Everest Base Camp. At an altitude 5.154 mdpl, Rongbuk Monastery is the world’s highest monastery, a must visit for spiritual travelers and is also photo worthy. Along with brilliant Mt. Everest Views, at Rongbuk Monastery, you will be touched by the breathtaking scenery, such as large white chortens, piles of mani stones, colorful prayer flags, devout pilgrims passing by. Arrive at Hotel for check in, overnight at Everest Base Camp Basic Hotel/Similar.

*Dinner at local restaurant with Hot Pot in Everest Base Camp

Breakfast at the hotel and check out process, on this day you will continue journey to Shigatse. Passing by Kampala Pass then stop at Yamdrok Lake, offers stunning views of the Tibetan plateau and as spectacular views of the holy Mt Nyenchen Khangsar in the distance. Moreover, you may see dressed up Tibetian mastiffs, dogs, goats, and yaks there. Afterthat stop at Karola Glacier, the filming location of the movie “Red Valley”, is only 300 meters away from the highway connecting Lhasa to Gyantse Town and you can view it right from your vehicle. Arrive at Shigatse for check in hotel, overnight at Shigatse *3/Similar.

Breakfast at the hotel and check out process, departing from Shigatse you will get your first glimpse of Mt Everest from the Gyawu La Pass, amazed by the winding road that seems to go on forever. You may see local people biking or hiking all the way to Everest Base Camp. At an altitude 5.154 mdpl, Rongbuk Monastery is the world’s highest monastery, a must visit for spiritual travelers and is also photo worthy. Along with brilliant Mt. Everest Views, at Rongbuk Monastery, you will be touched by the breathtaking scenery, such as large white chortens, piles of mani stones, colorful prayer flags, devout pilgrims passing by. Arrive at Hotel for check in, overnight at Everest Base Camp Basic Hotel/Similar.

*Dinner at local restaurant with Hot Pot in Everest Base Camp

Breakfast at the hotel and check out process, you can choose to wake up early in the morning and hike to a nearby vantage point to witness this breathtaking and unforgettable sight while watching the sunrise over Mt. Everest. Then head back to Gyatso La Pass for a quick photostop, after that continue to Shigatse. Arrive at Shigatse, check in hotel, overnight at Shigatse *3/Similar.

Breakfast at the hotel and check out process, this morning you will visit Tashilunpo Monastery, the largest monastery in Tsang Area of Tibet. Hike up to the top of the monastery for a stunning bird’s eye view of the monastery itself and Shigatse City. Afterward, head back to Lhasa or towards Damxung based on the real situation (itinerary may be adjusted without affecting the travel spots). On the way, you will catch a distance view of Yampachen, a small town known for its hot springs. You will also have the chance to see one of the highest grasslands in the world – the Grassland in Northern Tibet, known for their stunning natural beauty with rolling hills, crystal clear rivers, and vast expanses of green grass. Arrive at the hotel for check in, overnight at Lhasa *3/Similar or Damxung Basic Hotel/Similar. 

Breakfast at the hotel and check out process, you will soon arrive at one of the highest lakes in the world, Namtso Lake. One of the most beautiful and sacred lakes in Tibetan Buddhism, believed to be the residence of a Tibetan goddess. As one of the three holy lakes in Tibet, many Buddhists and pilgrims visit the lake to pray, meditate, and make offerings. Surrounded by snow capped mountains and vast grasslands, Namtso Lake creates a breathtaking landscape. Head back to your hotel, overnight at Lhasa *3/Similar.

Breakfast at the hotel and check out process, in early morning you will transfer to Lhasa Gonggar International Airport for flight back to Origin. program ends.