2-Day Tour: Miracle of Lhasa

Important note: Lhasa is at an altitude of over 3,700m (12,140 ft). It is important to be aware of the effects of altitude on one's tolerance. You may experience headaches, nausea, and lethargy on arrival in Lhasa. We recommend that you consult your doctor to discuss altitude sickness medication.
Day 1 Lhasa
Enjoy a guided visit to the Potala Palace, a magnificent structure and true architectural wonder built in the 1600s and steeped in history. This is where the Dalai Lamas would meditate, handle affairs of state, and where their burial stupas remain. Check out the golden statues, three-dimensional mandalas, ancient scriptures, and the devoted pilgrims who circle the palace day and night. This is truly a remarkable place. Visit the sacred Jokhang Temple, which has been called the spiritual heart of Tibet. Watch prostrating pilgrims circle the temple day and night, some of them traversing the extremes of the Tibetan landscape by foot to come here and celebrate their faith. Make a kora of the Barkhor, the holiest devotional circuit, which surrounds the Jokhang and houses a market bazaar where people bargain for Buddha images, yak skulls with ruby eyes, woodcarvings, carpets, prayer wheels, and the odd goat's head. Then have a visit of Tibetan Medicine Institute to learn more about Tibetan spirituality and culture. Built in 1916, Mentsekhang (also called Tibetan Medical and Astrological Institute) was used for the research of Tibetan medicine and calendar calculations for the former local government. After a large expansion in 1980, it became the main center for the treatment, training, research, and production of Tibetan medicine in the region.
Day 2 Lhasa
Have a half-day visit to the Yamdrok Lake, one of the three largest sacred lakes of Tibet. It is a lake with two long arms of water, making it look like a scorpion from the sky. The lake is considered sacred and the water is said to have special powers.  According to locals, it can make the old young again and can improve intelligence. The lake is surrounded by many snow-capped mountains and is fed by numerous small streams. On the way back to town, we will have a traditional Tibetan Family Visit, try their homemade milk tea and lots of other snacks. This shows the highest level of welcome to honorable guests. 

Inclusions

◆Entrance fees

◆ Meals as per itinerary (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner)

◆ Professional licensed guide

◆ Transport by private vehicle

◆ Bottle water

Exclusions

◆ Accommodation

◆ Food and drinks, unless specified

◆ Gratuities (recommended)

Additional info

◆ A minimum of 2 people per booking is required

◆ Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking

◆ Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required

◆ Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants

◆ Hotel information is required

Important note: Lhasa is at an altitude of over 3,700m (12,140 ft). It is important to be aware of the effects of altitude on one's tolerance. You may experience headaches, nausea, and lethargy on arrival in Lhasa. We recommend that you consult your doctor to discuss altitude sickness medication.
Day 1 Lhasa
Enjoy a guided visit to the Potala Palace, a magnificent structure and true architectural wonder built in the 1600s and steeped in history. This is where the Dalai Lamas would meditate, handle affairs of state, and where their burial stupas remain. Check out the golden statues, three-dimensional mandalas, ancient scriptures, and the devoted pilgrims who circle the palace day and night. This is truly a remarkable place. Visit the sacred Jokhang Temple, which has been called the spiritual heart of Tibet. Watch prostrating pilgrims circle the temple day and night, some of them traversing the extremes of the Tibetan landscape by foot to come here and celebrate their faith. Make a kora of the Barkhor, the holiest devotional circuit, which surrounds the Jokhang and houses a market bazaar where people bargain for Buddha images, yak skulls with ruby eyes, woodcarvings, carpets, prayer wheels, and the odd goat's head. Then have a visit of Tibetan Medicine Institute to learn more about Tibetan spirituality and culture. Built in 1916, Mentsekhang (also called Tibetan Medical and Astrological Institute) was used for the research of Tibetan medicine and calendar calculations for the former local government. After a large expansion in 1980, it became the main center for the treatment, training, research, and production of Tibetan medicine in the region.
Day 2 Lhasa
Have a half-day visit to the Yamdrok Lake, one of the three largest sacred lakes of Tibet. It is a lake with two long arms of water, making it look like a scorpion from the sky. The lake is considered sacred and the water is said to have special powers.  According to locals, it can make the old young again and can improve intelligence. The lake is surrounded by many snow-capped mountains and is fed by numerous small streams. On the way back to town, we will have a traditional Tibetan Family Visit, try their homemade milk tea and lots of other snacks. This shows the highest level of welcome to honorable guests. 

Inclusions

◆Entrance fees

◆ Meals as per itinerary (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner)

◆ Professional licensed guide

◆ Transport by private vehicle

◆ Bottle water

Exclusions

◆ Accommodation

◆ Food and drinks, unless specified

◆ Gratuities (recommended)

Additional info

◆ A minimum of 2 people per booking is required

◆ Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking

◆ Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required

◆ Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants

◆ Hotel information is required