Small-Group 5-Night Lhasa Tour: Train from Chengdu

Lhasa, China

6 days (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Explore the rich culture and architecture of this beautiful Himalayan city on a railway adventure from Chengdu. Enjoy two overnight stays aboard the Qinghai Tibet Train while cruising through northwest China’s picturesque scenery, then tour Lhasa’s landmark sites with an informative local guide. Visit landmarks like the White and Red palaces, Jokhang Temple, and the Drepung Monastery. Enjoy accommodations in 4-star hotels and some complimentary meals.

Experience the Tibetan city of Lhasa on a multi-day guided excursion
Marvel at northwest China’s gorgeous landscapes aboard Qinghai Tibet Train
Learn about Lhasa’s impressive palaces and temples with a knowledgeable guide
Enjoy complimentary transportation, breakfast, dinner, and accommodations

What's Included

Tibet Travel Permit and other necessary travel permits for Tibet (excluding the Chinese visa)
3 nights accommodation in 4-star standard twin room hotel shared with another traveler (If you are a single traveller, you may pay for the single supplement to enjoy double room hotel.
Local English-speaking Tibetan tour guide
Transportation by comfortable van or minibus with experienced local driver (gasoline is included)
Welcome Dinner
Liability travel insurance
Drinking water provided during the trip
Train ticket (soft or hard sleeper) from Chengdu to Lhasa
Breakfast (3)

Breakfast

Single Supplement if you are a single traveler
China visa fees (please make sure you have China L Visa before you reserve this group tour or other types of China Visa with relative certificate.
Lunch and dinner; Tips to tour guide and driver

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Lhasa Railway Station
Doilungdêqên District, Lhasa, China, 850030
Depart from Chengdu Railway Station. Make sure you arrive at Chengdu Train Station in advance to have enough time to pick up the train ticket and board the train at 21:37pm. Transfer train ticket from Chengdu to Xining and then Xining to Lhasa if there is no direct train from Chengdu to Lhasa.

End points

This activity ends in a different location. See details below:

Operating hours
.9:37 pm

Itinerary

Day 1

Take a train to Lhasa from Chengdu

1 Stop

Chengdu (Pass By)

Accommodation: Overnight on the train.

Meals: Not included

Day 2

On the Train to Lhasa

1 Stop

The Qinghai-Tibet Plateau Wild Zoo (Pass By)

Accommodation: Overnight on the train.

Meals: Not included

Day 3

Lhasa Arrival

1 Stop

Lhasa Railway Station (Pass By)

Accommodation: Overnight at 4 stars Hotel

Meals: Not included

Day 4

Lhasa (B,D)

2 Stops

Potala Palace

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Jokhang Temple

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Accommodation: Overnight at 4 stars hotel

Meals: Breakfast

Day 5

Lhasa (B)

2 Stops

Drepung Monastery (Zhebang Si)

2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Sera Monastery

2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Accommodation: Overnight at 4 stars hotel

Meals: Breakfast

Day 6

Departure from Lhasa (B)

1 Stop

Lhasa (Pass By)

Accommodation: Not included

Meals: Breakfast

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Travelers are required to provide photocopy of passports and China L visas in advance
Not wheelchair accessible
Please note that you will only be allowed to enter Tibet with a Tibet travel permit. Your local tour operator will help you apply for a Tibet permit (usually need at least 12 days), but be sure you have a passport which is valid for at least 6 months.
A copy of your Tibet travel permit will be sent to you in advance. When entering into Chengdu Train Station, please present your Tibet travel permit, train ticket, passport, and Chinese visa to the conductor.
Once train ticket from Chengdu to Lhasa is booked, it can not be canceled by tour supplier. If customers cancel the tour after train ticket has been booked, they will be charged the cost of train ticket.
A valid passport and China L Visa used to apply for Tibet Permit are required on the travelling period

Price is based on double occupancy. Single room supplement is subject to availability and additional charge
In June, July, or August, the hard or soft sleeper train tickets are difficult to purchase, tour supplier will recommend some transfer trains for choosing. Both sides will choose the better one.
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers