A route covering the most famous attractions of Tibet
tibettour.com
2006-09-27 16:24
 
 

What to expect:

This leisurely itinerary, covering the most famous scenic spots in Tibet, allows you to fully absorb the immensity of Tibet's mysterious history and landscapes and guides you to uncoverin uncovering the beauty of the architecture in the historic sites.

Itinerary:

Beijing-->Lhasa-->Tsedang-->Samye-->Lhasa-->Gyantse-->Shigatse-->Dingri-->Mt. Qomolangma-->Lazi-->Lhasa-->Namtso-->Yangpachen-->Lhasa

Scenic spots on the way:

Yombulagang Palace-->Tradruk Monastery-->Tombs of the Tibetan Kings-->Samye Monastery -->Potala Palace-->Jokhang Monastery-->Barkor Streets-->Nyangchu River-->Kumbum Pagoda-->Palcho Monastery-->Tsahilhungpo Monastery-->Rongpuk Monastery-->Namco Lake -->Yangpachen

Day-by-day Itinerary:

D1: Beijing-->Lhasa-->Tsedang(Distance: 4100km)
Take a flight from Beijing to Lhasa, and then transfer to Tsedang. Check in at a hotel and have a good rest to for acclimatizeation. Stay overnight in Tsedang.

D2: Sightseeing day in Tsedang
Drive 8km to the south of Tsedang. En route visit Yombulagang Palace (the first palace in Tibetan history) and Tradruk Monastery (the first Buddhist temples founded in Tibet). Then continue the trip to the Tombs of the Tibetan Kings and returngo back to Tsedang for accommodation.

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