We enjoyed 6 days in Tibet with Songtsan Travel. The guide and tour was extremely good, very supportive and flexible (much appreciate this!). If I come back Tibet, Songtsan Travel is the first choice!
5-Night Lhasa City Private Tour
Highlights
- Multi-Day Trip
- Private tour is operated with just your party and a guide/driver
- Free hotel pickup and drop-off included
- Led by a local guide
- Great overview and orientation of the CIty
- Perfect introduction for first-time visitors
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5-Night Lhasa City Private Tour
From US$694.00
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In this short period of the trip, We will witness the vastness of Tibetan Culture, Deep roof of Tibetan history, Well preserved Tibetan Tradition.
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In this short period of the trip, We will witness the vastness of Tibetan Culture, Deep roof of Tibetan history, Well preserved Tibetan Tradition.
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In this short period of the trip, We will witness the vastness of Tibetan Culture, Deep roof of Tibetan history, Well preserved Tibetan Tradition.
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Overview
This 5 nights Lhasa City private tour showcases the finest Tibetan Culture that is deeply rooted in Buddhism and various ethnic traditions. During this private tour, not only you will witness mysterious Tibetan Buddhism, but also explore the residence of the Dalai Lamas - Potala Palace. In addition, learn more about the spiritual practice of Tibetans by visiting Drepung Monastery, Sera Monastery, Jokhang Temple, Ganden Monastery, and Drak Yerpa Monastery. Moreover, immerse yourself in local lifestyle by spending one night at a home-stay in the famous birth place of the 33rd Tibetan King - Songtsan Gampo, Gyama Village and mingle at a local household for an organic Tibetan meal.
What to Expect
Expose yourself to the finest Tibetan Culture that is deeply rooted in Buddhism and various ethnic traditions. During this 5-night private tour, not only you will witness mysterious Tibetan Buddhism, but also explore the residence of the Dalai Lamas - Potala Palace. In addition, learn more about the spiritual practice of Tibetans by visiting Drepung Monastery, Sera Monastery, Jokhang Temple, Ganden Monastery, and Drak Yerpa Monastery. Lastly, finish your trip with an immersion in local lifestyle by staying overnight at a home-stay in the famous birth place of the 33rd Tibetan King - Songtsan Gampo, Gyama Village as well as mingling at a local household for a delicious organic Tibetan meal.
Itinerary:
Day 1: Arriving Lhasa
You will be picked up by your private guide and vehicle from the airport or train station and then transferred directly to 4-star Shangbala Hotel in old Lhasa city for acclimation. You may explore the proximity at your own leisure.
Overnight: 4-Star Shangbala Hotel, Lhasa
Day 2: Lhasa Sightseeing (B)
Today, you will visit Drepung Monastery and Sera Monastery. Take your time to soak up as much architecture details and explore religious culture.
Overnight: 4-Star Shangbala Hotel, Lhasa
Day 3: Lhasa sightseeing (B, L)
Day two of Lhasa City sightseeing. Visit Potala Palace, Jokang Temple, and Barkor Street. Enjoy lunch with your local tour operator at their office.
Overnight: 4-Star Shangbala Hotel, Lhasa
Day 4: Lhasa - Dagze County (B)
Drive to a village in Dagze County after visiting Ganden Monastery to witness village life of local farmers and immerse yourself at a home-stay.
Overnight: Local home-stay
Day 5: Dagze County - Lhasa (B, D)
Drive back to Lhasa after visiting Drak Yerpa Monastery. Tonight, you will enjoy homemade dinner at a household and mingle with them.
Overnight: 4-Star Shangbala Hotel, Lhasa
Day 6: Departing Lhasa (B)
You will be transferred from your hotel to the airport or train station where this 6 days Tibet trip concludes.
Itinerary:
Day 1: Arriving Lhasa
You will be picked up by your private guide and vehicle from the airport or train station and then transferred directly to 4-star Shangbala Hotel in old Lhasa city for acclimation. You may explore the proximity at your own leisure.
Overnight: 4-Star Shangbala Hotel, Lhasa
Day 2: Lhasa Sightseeing (B)
Today, you will visit Drepung Monastery and Sera Monastery. Take your time to soak up as much architecture details and explore religious culture.
Overnight: 4-Star Shangbala Hotel, Lhasa
Day 3: Lhasa sightseeing (B, L)
Day two of Lhasa City sightseeing. Visit Potala Palace, Jokang Temple, and Barkor Street. Enjoy lunch with your local tour operator at their office.
Overnight: 4-Star Shangbala Hotel, Lhasa
Day 4: Lhasa - Dagze County (B)
Drive to a village in Dagze County after visiting Ganden Monastery to witness village life of local farmers and immerse yourself at a home-stay.
Overnight: Local home-stay
Day 5: Dagze County - Lhasa (B, D)
Drive back to Lhasa after visiting Drak Yerpa Monastery. Tonight, you will enjoy homemade dinner at a household and mingle with them.
Overnight: 4-Star Shangbala Hotel, Lhasa
Day 6: Departing Lhasa (B)
You will be transferred from your hotel to the airport or train station where this 6 days Tibet trip concludes.
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Wonderful Tibet!
Thank Trang T
Songtsan, Manager at Songtsan Travel-Day Tour, responded to this reviewResponded 20 July 2018
Hi Diep, Thank you for the lovely review. Really good to hear you enjoyed our service, we will continue to do so. Looking forward to see you. Tenzin & team
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5 day tour in Tibet
We went to Tibet for a 5 day tour (7-8 days in total including travelling to and from Tibet), visiting Lhasa and Shigatze with a group of 12 people. Before leaving for China, the manager Tenzin helped us with travel permits and train and flight...More
Thank ejonathanlindgren
Songtsan, Manager at Songtsan Travel-Day Tour, responded to this reviewResponded 2 July 2018
Dear Jonathan, Many heartfelt thanks to your lovely review. It was real fun to make acquaintance with you, your lovely wife and all the good looking friends in the group. We wish you all very best and to have a wonderful life ahead. Best wishes....More
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Trustworthy, best hospitality and experienced
11 days private plan organized by Tenzin, was absolutely priceless. It was me and my friend, on a private bus with a driver(ex.monk!) and an enthusiastic young tour guide who made a great pair to answer all our questions, historicallly, religiously, culturally and further more....More
1 Thank LoveK320
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We sent several emails to Tibetan travel agencies, but at the end we have chosen the Songtsang both for the price and the service. Before the tour we was constantly in contact with Tenzin (the owner) that was always available to answer to our questions...More
3 Thank Angelo B
2
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We chose Songtsan Travel for a 22 day private tour around Western Tibet (Lhasa, Yamdrok Tso lake, Gyangtse, Shigatse, Saga, Darchen, Kailash Kora, Tirtapuri, Guge, Manasarovar lake Kora), and we are extremely pleased with the level of professionalism of the entire team, the organizer, tour...More
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