Top Lhasa Tours by Duration in 2026

Walk the three-day kora around Mount Kailash, explore the Guge ruins and return across Tibet's northern lakes to Namtso on a small-group trip. Two weeks through Tibet's far west, by one road out and another back. After Lhasa and Shigatse, two long days across the plateau bring you to Lake Manasarovar and Darchen, the start of the kora around Mount Kailash, sacred to four religions. The walk takes three days: about 40 km in total, crossing the Drolma La at 5,630 meters on the second day, with two nights in basic pilgrim guesthouses. You then drive into the canyons of Zanda for the ruins of the Guge Kingdom and two earth forests. The return crosses the Changtang, Tibet's high northern plateau, past a chain of lakes that few travelers ever see: salt lakes near Shiquanhe, Dangra Yumtso, holy to the Bon religion, and the inland sea of Serling Tso. The trip ends at Namtso's Tashi Dor peninsula and Lhasa. This route does not visit Everest Base Camp.

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.

1, all-round high-end, oxygen-supplied hotel, exclusive Oxygen-supplied hotel 2, one-price all-inclusive package: All-inclusive ticket + check-in + car + guide + hotel, enjoy 0 Shopping 3, reception overseas Chinese Tibet first, gold medal, deposit letter 100% passed 4, Early Bird Program + Super Value Gift: Tibetan Welcome Dinner + Buda Palace Afternoon Tea / Oxygen Bottle / Mineral Water 5, Tibetan landscape: Ow Lake drone flight/Buddha Palace tour

This is a short and simple trip that takes you through the best part of the holy city Lhasa by appreciating its prominent historical architects of Potala Palace and sprawling Sera monastery. Those fleeting moments and great memories you had in Lhasa will pave the ways for your next adventure in Tibet.

This small group tour included all the highlights in Lhasa city: Potala Palace,Jokhang Temple,Barkhor Street,Sera Monastery and Drepung Monstery. The local Tibetan English-speaking guide will help you understand Tibet culture better and you don't need to worry about the Tibet permit issue. Airport or train station pickup and drop-off also included for added convenience. Please note: small group tours have a minimum number of people request, if you want to issue flight / train tickets by yourself, you must wait for our notification of the tour and the permit of Tibet, we won't responsible for any flight/train tickets cancellation lost if you issue them before our confirmation. Thank you for your understanding.

What sets our tour apart is the perfect blend of adventure, culture, and luxury, all wrapped into a seamless experience. From the moment you arrive in Lhasa, you’ll be captivated by the breathtaking landscapes and iconic landmarks, including the majestic Potala Palace and the serene Yamdrok Lake. Our expert bilingual guides, skilled in both Chinese and English, will not only lead you through Tibet’s spiritual heart but also provide rich, in-depth knowledge, ensuring every moment of the journey feels deeply immersive. We go the extra mile by including stays in 5-star hotels, ensuring you unwind in comfort after each day of exploration. What truly distinguishes our tour is the careful attention to every detail, from providing complimentary airport transfers to ensuring you have the Tibet Travel Permit for a hassle-free experience. This is not just a trip; it’s an unforgettable, once-in-a-lifetime journey through one of the world’s most sacred destinations.

Explore the breathtaking landscapes and rich culture of Tibet on this 7-day adventure. Start in Lhasa, acclimatizing with a stay at the Oxygen Hotel. Visit iconic sites like the majestic Potala Palace and Jokhang Temple, before heading to the stunning Yamdrok Lake and Karola Glacier. Marvel at Everest Base Camp and the serene Rongbuk Monastery. Experience the sunrise over Mount Everest, and discover the grandeur of Tashilhunpo Monastery. This journey is designed for adventurers eager to immerse themselves in Tibetan heritage and natural beauty. - Accommodation includes comfortable stays in Lhasa and unique experiences at Everest Base Camp B&B. - Enjoy a mix of guided tours and free time to explore the cultural highlights. - Meals included: daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner, showcasing local flavors. - Small group sizes ensure personalized attention and a rich travel experience.

From the forests of Nyingchi to Everest Base Camp and sacred Namtso Lake, this is the most complete small-group journey through central and eastern Tibet. Start in the green southeast with the Kadinggou gorge, the Lulang forest viewpoint and Basum Tso Lake, then spend three days in Lhasa with the debating monks of Sera, the Potala Palace and the Jokhang Temple. Drive past turquoise Yamdrok Lake and the Karola Glacier to Shigatse, cross the Gawu La to Rongbuk Monastery and spend a night at Everest Base Camp, then return via Tashilhunpo Monastery. The trip ends with a day at Namtso, the great saltwater lake north of Lhasa. The order is built for altitude: Nyingchi and Basum Tso are lower than Lhasa, Everest comes on day 8 and Namtso on day 11. Shared group on fixed dates, with an English-speaking licensed guide, a licensed tourist vehicle and all Tibet permits arranged. Hotels in Lhasa and Shigatse are 4-star with oxygen supply.

This 8-day Lhasa to Everest Base Camp tour with 4 stars hotel is one of the classic itineraries in Tibet. In this tour, you will not only visit the famous attractions in Lhasa and Shigatse, like Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, Barkhor Street, Drepung Monastery, Sera Monastery, Tashilhunpo Monastery, etc, but also witness the the world highest mountain - Mt.Everest from the Everest Base Camp at 5200 meters above the sea level.

In Tibet, you will travel in our dedicated tourist vehicles, tailored to the size of your group: 7 or 9-seat comfortable vans for 2-5 people, and small to medium-sized comfortable buses for 6-12 people. You will be part of our special small group tours, ensuring that each guest receives attentive care and service from both the driver and guide. Our drivers conduct daily safety checks and clean the vehicles to create a comfortable travel environment for you. Every visitor to Tibet will experience some degree of altitude sickness symptoms due to the sudden adjustment from lower elevations to the high altitude of Tibet. It's important not to worry, as most travelers will quickly adapt after resting in Lhasa. To alleviate your concerns and assist you in case of any discomfort, we have arranged the following special services to support your well-being during your journey.

This small group tour covers three biggest ancient cities in Tibet: Lhasa, Gyantse and Shigatse. Highlights included: Potala Palace,Jokhang Temple,Barkhor Street,Drepung & Sera Monastery, Holy Lake Yamdroktso & world highest saline lake Namtso, Karo Glacier and real Tibetan villages and nomads at Damxung Prairie. Impressed by religion, cultural and breathtaking naturual view here.The local Tibetan English-speaking guide will help you understand Tibet culture better and you don't need to worry about the Tibet permit issue. Airport or train station pickup and drop-off also included for added convenience. Please note: small group tours have a minimum number of people request, if you want to issue flight / train tickets by yourself, you must wait for our notification of the tour and the permit of Tibet, we won't responsible for any flight/train tickets cancellation lost if you issue them before our confirmation. Thank you for your understanding.

This small group tour covers all the highlights in Lhasa city: Potala Palace,Jokhang Temple,Barkhor Street and all the three biggest monasteries in Tibet: Drepung monastery, Sera monastery and Ganden Monastery. Situated at an elevation of 3800m,Ganden Monastery is the main seat of Geluk order. Trek at Lingkor you can see the Great Tsongkapa’s meditation cave and the beautiful view of Lhasa valley. The local Tibetan English-speaking guide will help you understand Tibet culture better and you don't need to worry about the Tibet permit issue. Airport or train station pickup and drop-off also included for added convenience. Please note: small group tours have a minimum number of people request, if you want to issue flight / train tickets by yourself, you must wait for our notification of the tour and the permit of Tibet, we won't responsible for any flight/train tickets cancellation lost if you issue them before our confirmation. Thank you for your understanding.

This Mt.Kailash Tour design for the customers who is looking for in-deep exploration in Tibet. Located in the Ngari Region of Tibet, Mt. Kailash and Lake Mansarova are famous as Sacred Mountain and Holy Lake respectively. Both have often been chosen as a sacrificial center for Hindu, Buddhist, and Bonist pilgrims. Their spiritual aura and paradisiacal scenery also entice visitors. The route also including other must visit attractions in Tibet.

An exhilarating journey to Lhasa and Shigatse, two of the largest cities in Tibet, plus a scenic road trip via Tibetan nomad-inhabited region to sacred Namtso Lake(4,718m), the world’s highest saline lake; the 8-day Tibet tour will give feast your eyes with the best alpine view of central Tibet and leave you awful lots of chances to sample distinct local culture and customs in various regions of Tibet. As a prestigious local Tibet travel agency with 8000+ global travelers annually, we offer you a 100% guarantee to get your Tibet permit for free. Since we are the only local Tibet travel agency, with offices and staff in Lhasa, Kathmandu, and Chengdu, you can count on us to get all the travel formalities to enter Tibet from all direction, including from Kathmandu and other inland Chinese cities.

Tour provides overview of main places to see in Lhasa and vicinity. Perfect for the first time visit to Tibet. We will take care of the organization of the entire trip: Tibet Travel permit, pick up and drop off at Lhasa airport, accommodation at at Luxury Hotel hotel to make you feel comfortable. Breakfast and Lunch at the places of your choosing will be included. We will also provide tours to Potala palace, Jokhang Temple, Drepung monastery, Sera monastery, and Norbulingka. Please allow at least 3 weeks for Tibet travel permit to be issued and to be delivered to the address of the hotel in China of your choosing. Please contact us through Tripadvisor, via either email or phone number to provide us address of your hotel in China and details of date and time of your arrival to Lhasa airport for pick up. We also would need your passport information, nationality, gender, and details of your Chinese visa to be able to facilitate Tibet travel permit

This tour will take you to explore the soul of Tibet. You will be shocked by the magnificent Potala Palace, experience the piety of believers in the Jokhang Temple, and stroll through the Tibetan-style Barkhor Street to experience the unique charm of Lhasa. Then go to the "holy lake in the sky" Yamdrok Lake, and have the opportunity to watch the unique monks debate at Sera Monastery, appreciate the wisdom of Tibetan Buddhism, and visit the quiet and simple Xiazhuling Temple.

This is a classic itinerary to visit Lhasa and Everest and the best route to get used to the high altitude gradually. Included all the highlights like Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, Barkhor Street, Drepung and Sera Monastery with Gyantse Kumbum and Shigatse Tashi Lhunpho Monastery.You will also impressed by the stunning natural scenery like Holy Lake Yamdrotso, Karo La Glacier and Himalayas with Mt. Everest. The local Tibetan English-speaking guide will help you understand Tibet culture better and you don't need to worry about the Tibet permit issue. Airport or train station pickup and drop-off also included for added convenience. Please note: small group tours have a minimum number of people request, if you want to issue flight / train tickets by yourself, you must wait for our notification of the tour and the permit of Tibet, we won't responsible for any flight/train tickets cancellation lost if you issue them before our confirmation. Thank you for your understanding.

拉薩哲蚌寺珠峰定日 8 日遊，一趟同時飽覽藏地人文與雪域壯麗風光的深度旅程，一次串聯拉薩、羊卓雍措、日喀則、珠峰大本營等西藏經典景點。 行程優先安排拉薩市區觀光，循序漸進適應高原海拔，降低高原反應風險。探訪哲蚌寺、色拉寺、大昭寺、扎什倫布寺等藏傳佛教名剎，觀賞色拉寺辯經盛況，漫步八廓街感受轉經文化，沉浸式體驗藏族傳統人文。穿越崗巴拉山口，欣賞羊卓雍措聖湖絕美湖景，遠赴珠峰大本營，親睹世界第一高峰雄偉風采。 餐食精心搭配，全程包含酒店早餐，額外安排歡迎晚宴、藏式下午茶、羊湖午餐、藏地歌舞晚宴，感受藏地特色風味。專業司機與雙語嚮導全程陪同，抵達拉薩提供接機接站，離團安排送機送站，一站式接待服務。人文古剎與高原聖景交織，帶您感受西藏獨有的震撼與寧靜。

This convenient five-day tour of Lhasa and nearby areas is an ideal tour for travelers who want to see the cultural and natural beauty of Tibet but don’t have weeks to explore. Everything will be arranged for you, so you can just enjoy the cultural treasures of Lhasa, including the unmissable Potala Palace and other monasteries. Plus, visit Lake Namtso on an easy overnight excursion, one of the most beautiful lakes in Tibet.

Explore Tibet on a private journey exclusively for your group of 2–6 travelers. The main 8-day itinerary combines Lhasa’s Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, and Barkhor Street with the lakes, forests, glaciers, and mountain scenery of Nyingchi, Yamdrok, and Namtso. Optional 9-day and 10-day itineraries extend the journey to Everest Base Camp, while the 10-day option also visits Sakya Monastery and Tashilhunpo Monastery. Travel in a private 9-seat vehicle with a dedicated English-speaking guide and carefully selected upscale hotels. The tour includes private airport or railway station transfers, breakfasts, listed attraction admissions, Tibet Travel Permit assistance, oxygen supplies, bottled water, travel accident insurance, and designated drone photography at Yamdrok Lake. With essential logistics arranged in advance, your group can focus on Tibet’s landscapes, culture, and historic sites.