Private 5 days Snow land Sacred Chants

Private 5 days Snow land Sacred Chants

By 阳光神龙旅行社

Free cancellation available

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Features

Free cancellation available
5d
Printed voucher
Instant confirmation
Selective hotel pickup
Multiple languages

Overview

Cultural Depth: The itinerary covers Tibet's great three monasteries and sacred caves, offering unique Buddhist pilgrimage experiences like debates and kora walks, perfect for culture enthusiasts.
Safety and Reliability: Comprehensive safeguards, from oxygen supply to insurance, make it especially suitable for first-time visitors to high altitudes.
VIP Exclusivity: Small-group custom tours ensure personalized care, with attentive guides and drivers;
High Value for Money: The price includes tickets, hotels, some meals, and permits, excluding extras like international flights, offering great cost-effectiveness.
Memorable Experience: Through meditation, chanting, and landscape exploration, it helps travelers rediscover inner serenity, creating lifelong memories.
Tourist Vehicles: Comfortable vehicles (5-29 seats) tailored to group size, with daily safety checks and cleaning by drivers. Small-group tours ensure personalized attention.

Activity location

Lhasa
- Lhasa, Tibet, China

Meeting/Redemption Point

Lhasa
- Lhasa, Tibet, China

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Snowland Sacred Chants

5d
English

Pickup included

Travellers

Languages available

Price details

RM 3,676.95 x 1 AdultRM 3,676.95

Total

Luxurious type

5d
English

International star hotel
Pickup included

Travellers

Languages available

Price details

RM 4,902.60 x 1 AdultRM 4,902.60

Total

What's included, what's not

Local tour transfers, 5-29 seats comfortable tourist vehicle according to the groupsize
All hotels listed in the itinerary or equivalent three-star hotels.
All entrance ticket fees and eco bus for all tourist sites listed in the itinerary;
Tourist accident/casualty insurance
Dinner
Free shuttle between Lhasa Railway Station and the downtown hotel
Service Charge & Government Taxes
Tibet Travel Permit and all required local travel documents for this tour
Upgrades are available for an additional fee.
International flight to and out of China
Domestic flight/train to and out of Lhasa
Some Meal expenses not included in the Tour (the guide will assist in arranging meals; )
Gratuities

Know before you book

Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Day 1: Arrive in Lhasa，Airport/Hotel pick up, drive to Lhasa

1 stop
Meals: Not included
Accommodation: Gang-GyanHotel Lhasa or similar

Lhasa

5h

Greetings from Lhasa, Tibet! Upon your arrival, our friendly guide and driver will warmly welcomeyouattheairport, presenting you with a traditional whitehada. Aftera one-hour drive (70 kilometers) on the highway, thedriver will accompany you to a comfortable hotel indowntown Lhasa. As you enter Tibet, the guide will provide important tips for high-altitude travel. Onceyoucheck in, take this opportunity to rest and acclimatizetothe altitude of 3,650 meters, ensuring a healthy and enjoy able start to your journey in the mountains

Day 2: Visit Sera Monastery and Drepung Monastery

2 stops
Meals: breakfast, snacks
Accommodation: Lhasa GyanGyan Hotel or Similar

Sera Monastery

3h
Admission ticket included

Sera Monastery is renowned for its monk debates, capturing the essence of Tibetan Buddhism. Monks use exaggerated body language to engage in lively discussions about philosophical concepts, showcasing their knowledge. Drepung Monastery, once home to over 10,000 monks, is the largest in Tibet, with impressive white buildings on the mountainside. Here, you will gain a comprehensive understanding of Tibetan Buddhist philosophy, statues, and monastic life.

Drepung Monastery (Zhebang Si)

3h
Admission ticket included

Today, you will explore two distinctive temples in Lhasa: Drepung Monastery and Sera Monastery. You'll visit the temple halls, monastic colleges, and the monks' kitchen, and witness their unique debate style of learning Buddhist teachings.

Day 3: Potala Palace and Jokhang Temple

3 stops
Meals: breakfast
Accommodation: Lhasa GyanGyan Hotel or Similar

Potala Palace

3h
Admission ticket included

Today, let's delve into Lhasa's enchanting Tibetantreasures: the Potala Palace—once the residenceof theDalai Lamas and recognized as the highest palaceintheworld—and the wonders of Jokhang Temple andBarkhorStreet, both designated as UNESCO World HeritageSites.The Potala Palace, standing majestically onRedHill inthecenter of Lhasa, was the religious and political hubofTibet. Climb 365 steps to enter the main structure, theRedPalace, where you'll visit the former Dalai Lamas' politicalassembly hall, chapels, and stupa rooms, featuringexquisite murals and beautiful statues, representingthewealth and treasures of ancient Tibet.

Jokhang Temple

1h
Admission ticket included

Jokhang Temple, home to a 12-year-old statueof BuddhaShakyamuni, is revered as the most sacredplaceinTibetand a lifelong pilgrimage destination for Tibetans. Devoutpilgrims come from afar to pay their respects.

Barkhor Street

2h

Surrounding Jokhang Temple is Barkhor Street, where worshipers circumambulate in prayer. You can join them to experience the soul of the city. The guide will also take you to a local teahouse to enjoy the social cultureof theTibetan people.

Day 4: Meditation Caves

2 stops
Meals: breakfast
Accommodation: Lhasa Gyantjian Hotel or Similar

Yerpa Temple

3h
Admission ticket included

In the morning, you will drive 30 kilometers to Zhaibawa Temple, a sacred site once frequented by Padmasambhava, Tsongkhapa, and King Songtsen Gampo. As you open the doors to the temple's highest hall, you will gaze over the entire valley and distant snow-capped mountains, as if entering a portal to paradise, feeling the vastness and inclusiveness of Buddhism. After your visit, you can choose a meditation cave to sit quietly and enjoy the rare tranquility of life. This moment allows you to connect with ancient sages through breath and contemplation—this is the essence of today's spiritual journey.

Ganden Monastery

3h
Admission ticket included

After lunch, you'll head to Ganden Monastery, the birthplace of the Gelug school founded by Tsongkhapa and the oldest Yellow Sect monastery in Tibet. The temple complex covers the mountaintop and is truly grand. After exploring the monastery, join pilgrims on a circumambulation of the temple, which takes about 40 minutes. A simple meal will be prepared for you during the meditation session. Afterward, you will return to Lhasa.

Day 5: Depart from Lhasa，to airport/Train station

1 stop
Meals: breakfast
Accommodation: Not included

Lhasa

5h

Your journey in Tibet officially comes to an end today. Our staff will accompany you to the airport or train station. Thank you once again for choosing to spend this wonderful time in Tibet with us. Wishing you safe travels!

Location

Activity location

Lhasa
- Lhasa, Tibet, China

Meeting/Redemption Point

Lhasa
- Lhasa, Tibet, China

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