Location: Lhasa
Top Things to do in Lhasa
Things to do in Lhasa, Tibet: The Best Tours
Deep in the spectacular Himalayan Mountains, Lhasa is a jewel of a destination. Potala Palace, the former residence of the Dalai Lama, is a major attraction, but you’ll also find numerous important temples and even the world’s highest brewery.
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1. 5-Night Central Tibet Culture Small Group Tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 8 reviews
Enjoy this 5-night tour that will introduce you to central Tibet Culture and take you to the three biggest ancient cities: Lhasa, Gyantse and Shigatse. By visiting these places, you will get an overview of Tibet's religion, cultural treasures, and dream-like landscapes. The highlights of this tour will be the Tibetan architectural treasure, the Potala Palace, Jokhang and Sera, Holy Yamdrok Lake and Karo glacier as well as Tashilumpo Monastery which stores the biggest copper Buddha statue in the world.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Tibet travel permit and other necessary permits needed., Transportation by comfortable van or minibus with experienced local driver (gasoline is included), English-speaking Tibetan guide, 5 nights of accommodation at a 4-star or 3-star hotel (Option), Meals as per itinerary (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner), Welcome Dinner in local restaurant when group members meet in Lhasa, Pickup and drop-off from the airport or the train station, Tourist Accident/Casualty Insurance, Drinking water provided during the trip, Tibet Handy Map, Entrance fee of tourist sites
Exclusions: Single-supplement if you are a single travel (where there is no another traveler to share twin room with you), Tips to driver and tour guide., All lunches and dinners., Chinese visa or Tibet Group Visa (from Nepal)
Reviewed By U5515UVjoshuaa
Back in October of 2017, I wanted to visit Tibet. While looking on Wechat articles for some way to get there, I came across Susan Lee, an amazing part of the Tibet Vista team, who helped me ultimately choose the 7-night Lhasa to Everest Base Camp tour, and it was an experience of a lifetime. I'm so glad I took the chance to go. I was teaching English in Beijing at the time, so although my trip from Beijing to Xining, and from there to Lhasa (the main city in Tibet), was likely much shorter than many other travelers coming in from around the world will experience, there were still many documents that everyone needs to prepare before you're allowed to step foot in the area, and Susan helped me with everything. She was very professional, experienced with the process, and answered every question I had. Two thumbs up to her! :) While in Tibet you'll experience bus rides in comfortable chairs viewing pristine lakes, glaciers and plentiful grasslands where yaks roam. Near the monasteries you'll watch monks engage each other with their famous debate routine, you'll see cats relaxing within every temple, comfortably adapted to the altitude, and all along the main city, you'll have opportunities to taste the local cuisine. Try the yak butter tea - it was a bit salty in my opinion, but I found it warmed me right up during the colder nights, it helped a lot. Our tour guide, Norbu, was knowledgeable of the area, spoke English, Mandarin and Tibetan, was very experienced, hospitable and you could just tell he loved the job. The altitude is such that when you reach some of the lower summits for photo-shoots, you'll see clouds *below* you. Be prepared to take warm clothing, hiking boots, and high spf-rated sunblock (being above the clouds means more direct sunburns despite the chilly environment). I also remember having to buy a new pair of sunglasses from a shop during a break one day, the sun can be quite bright up there. One thing I noticed some fellow tour group members complaining about while on the trip, were the small tolls you'd have to pay when visiting the bathrooms. They'd say they shouldn't have to pay to use the toilet, etc. I'd like to point out that Tibet is one of the most remote regions on Earth, it costs quite a bit to build infrastructure in places like that. When you go, just be aware that each time you visit a restroom when the bus stops, there will likely be locals at the doors asking you to pay 1 yuan to enter. One yuan is only worth about 15 cents (as of this review), it isn't a large amount, and please remember it goes directly towards the new infrastructure being built there so that it can one day be on par with what you're used to accessing back home. Altitude sickness is also a thing that happens to some travelers, but rest assured - the Tibet Vista team have you covered. The hotels you'll be staying at are equipped with anti-altitude medication and small portable oxygen tank canisters you can purchase, which help alleviate any dizziness or discomfort you may experience. Finally when you reach the base camp at Everest, there's a picturesque creek off to the side where tourists often gather to stack stones on top of each other for pretty pictures. Elsewhere on the site you'll be able to take amazing pictures and selfies, and also stay there overnight. The beds inside the shelters are super comfortable, and they have plenty of warm blankets, and the locals that host them provide hot beverages throughout the night, and a hot meal in the early morning, they're very hospitable people. The best pictures of Mount Everest are taken at early morning, between 5 and 7 am, when the sunlight shines off the peak and the clouds surrounding it produce this beautiful pinkish hue. Simply amazing, the stories and pictures you can tell your family and friends are worth every penny. P.S. - This trip review is for when I traveled to Tibet in October of 2017, but I unfortunately didn't leave a review back then (this site apparently only allows submitting reviews from a year back at most, it will say "Oct. 2019" below - but I went in 2017, just for clarification). Obviously, back in 2017 there was no Covid-19 virus, so there was no need for temperature checks, hand sanitizers, etc. However, for the sake of the algorithm, I will say "YES" to all the survey questions it will list about Covid-19-related safety below.
2. 6 Days Lhasa - Gyantse - Shigatse Private Tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
This trip shall bring the tourists ahead in Tsang area of Tibet, which is the political, economic and culture center in Tibet – Shigatse. It is a good choice for those who wish to experience Tibetian Buddhism culture, and see the most beautiful natural landscape. The two important visiting cities: Lhasa and Shigatse are below the elevation of 4000 meters, very suitable for those who are afraid altitude reaction. The itineraries covered most major monasteries, include: Patala Palace, and one of the three sacred lakes – Yamdrok Lake. Besides, may go and visiting the biggest monastery – Tashilunpo Monastery.
Inclusions: Private professional English-Speaking local tour guide, Licensed Vehicle with experienced driver, Airport (or train）pick up and drop off, 4 nights accommodation in Lhasa city, 1 night at Shigatse (Based on double occupancy), Breakfast provided by the hotel, Tourists Accident/Casualty Insurance, A container of Oxygen for emergency use, All taxes, fees and handling charges, Lodging and meal allowance to the guide & driver, Reservation fee for visiting Potala Palace, 2 bottles of drinking water per person per day
Exclusions: Meals not specified in the itinerary (All lunches & dinners), All Entrance tickets to the sightseeing places, Flight/Trian tickets in and out of Tibet, Personal expenses such as laundry, drink, fax, telephone call, optional tour activities, etc., Any losses incurred from the force majeure factor like government control, natural disaster etc., Tips to the guide & driver ( Tips is not required but expected), Single room supplement
Reviewed By Gerhard_Luebken
I had a special request for my travel. That was hiking at the Tiger Leaping Gorge and climbing to the summit of Haba mountain. My plan was to start on 1st of October and to return to Shanghai on 7th. Everything was exactly arranged how I wanted it. Moreover all tour guides and everybody involved were extremely friendly and travel arrangements were to the point and worked out perfectly. This was a trip of a life time. My very special thanks to my agent Daria for the very professional advise and making the arrangements, Kate for the arrangements in Lijiang and of course to my tour guide Pema with whom it was a pleasure to be with.
3. 8 Days Travel to Everest Base Camp
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 21 reviews
Lhasa-Shigatse-Everest Base Camp-Lhasa 8 Days Tour covered the essence spots. The tourists shall launched towards Lhasa, experiencing the holy city, which abundant with the Tibetan Buddhist culture. Here stand with the highest palace in the world – the Potala Palace, The holy worship place – Jokhang Monastery, the biggest Tibetan Monastery – Drepung Monastery, and famous Sera Monastery which is attracted with the Monks debate. Depart from Lhasa, on the way, drive over the Gampala pass (4990 m), pass by the sacred Yamdrok Lake with the reputation of Heavenly Lake. In Shigatse you may visit the residence of Penchen – Tashilunpo Monastery. Finally, receives the ablution of the world’s highest peak at the Everest Base Camp.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Private professional English-Speaking local tour guide, Licensed Vehicle with experienced driver, Airport (or train）pick up and drop off, 4 nights accommodation in Lhasa city, 2 nights at Shigatse, 1 night at EBC tent, Breakfast provided by the hotel (No breakfast on Everest morning), Tourists Accident/Casualty Insurance, A container of Oxygen for emergency use, All taxes, fees and handling charges, Lodging and meal allowance to the guide & driver, Reservation fee for visiting Potala Palace, 2 bottles of drinking water per person per day
Exclusions: Meals not specified in the itinerary (All lunches & dinners), All Entrance tickets to the sightseeing places, Flight/Trian tickets in and out of Tibet, Personal expenses such as laundry, drink, fax, telephone call, optional tour activities, etc., Any losses incurred from the force majeure factor like government control, natural disaster etc., Tips to the guide & driver ( Tip is not required but expected), Single room supplement
Reviewed By Gerhard_Luebken
I had a special request for my travel. That was hiking at the Tiger Leaping Gorge and climbing to the summit of Haba mountain. My plan was to start on 1st of October and to return to Shanghai on 7th. Everything was exactly arranged how I wanted it. Moreover all tour guides and everybody involved were extremely friendly and travel arrangements were to the point and worked out perfectly. This was a trip of a life time. My very special thanks to my agent Daria for the very professional advise and making the arrangements, Kate for the arrangements in Lijiang and of course to my tour guide Pema with whom it was a pleasure to be with.
4. Day Trip: Tibet Samye Monastery
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1 reviews
Explore the Samye Monastery, the first Buddhist monastery built in Tibet, on this guided, full-day tour from Lhasa. Famous for its sacred mandalalike design, the Samye Monastery combines Chinese, Tibetan, and Indian architectural styles. The central hall symbolizes the legendary Mt. Meru and the center of the universe. All entrance fees, plus a Lhasa hotel pickup and drop-off, is included.
Inclusions: Small-group (2-12 persons), Clients' hotel pickup and drop-off, English-speaking, local Tibetan guide, City tour tourist vehicle, Liability travel insurance, Drinking water provided during the trip, Entrance fee of tourist site
Exclusions: Lunch, Tibet Travel Permit (USD $50 per person extra)
Reviewed By U5515UVjoshuaa
Back in October of 2017, I wanted to visit Tibet. While looking on Wechat articles for some way to get there, I came across Susan Lee, an amazing part of the Tibet Vista team, who helped me ultimately choose the 7-night Lhasa to Everest Base Camp tour, and it was an experience of a lifetime. I'm so glad I took the chance to go. I was teaching English in Beijing at the time, so although my trip from Beijing to Xining, and from there to Lhasa (the main city in Tibet), was likely much shorter than many other travelers coming in from around the world will experience, there were still many documents that everyone needs to prepare before you're allowed to step foot in the area, and Susan helped me with everything. She was very professional, experienced with the process, and answered every question I had. Two thumbs up to her! :) While in Tibet you'll experience bus rides in comfortable chairs viewing pristine lakes, glaciers and plentiful grasslands where yaks roam. Near the monasteries you'll watch monks engage each other with their famous debate routine, you'll see cats relaxing within every temple, comfortably adapted to the altitude, and all along the main city, you'll have opportunities to taste the local cuisine. Try the yak butter tea - it was a bit salty in my opinion, but I found it warmed me right up during the colder nights, it helped a lot. Our tour guide, Norbu, was knowledgeable of the area, spoke English, Mandarin and Tibetan, was very experienced, hospitable and you could just tell he loved the job. The altitude is such that when you reach some of the lower summits for photo-shoots, you'll see clouds *below* you. Be prepared to take warm clothing, hiking boots, and high spf-rated sunblock (being above the clouds means more direct sunburns despite the chilly environment). I also remember having to buy a new pair of sunglasses from a shop during a break one day, the sun can be quite bright up there. One thing I noticed some fellow tour group members complaining about while on the trip, were the small tolls you'd have to pay when visiting the bathrooms. They'd say they shouldn't have to pay to use the toilet, etc. I'd like to point out that Tibet is one of the most remote regions on Earth, it costs quite a bit to build infrastructure in places like that. When you go, just be aware that each time you visit a restroom when the bus stops, there will likely be locals at the doors asking you to pay 1 yuan to enter. One yuan is only worth about 15 cents (as of this review), it isn't a large amount, and please remember it goes directly towards the new infrastructure being built there so that it can one day be on par with what you're used to accessing back home. Altitude sickness is also a thing that happens to some travelers, but rest assured - the Tibet Vista team have you covered. The hotels you'll be staying at are equipped with anti-altitude medication and small portable oxygen tank canisters you can purchase, which help alleviate any dizziness or discomfort you may experience. Finally when you reach the base camp at Everest, there's a picturesque creek off to the side where tourists often gather to stack stones on top of each other for pretty pictures. Elsewhere on the site you'll be able to take amazing pictures and selfies, and also stay there overnight. The beds inside the shelters are super comfortable, and they have plenty of warm blankets, and the locals that host them provide hot beverages throughout the night, and a hot meal in the early morning, they're very hospitable people. The best pictures of Mount Everest are taken at early morning, between 5 and 7 am, when the sunlight shines off the peak and the clouds surrounding it produce this beautiful pinkish hue. Simply amazing, the stories and pictures you can tell your family and friends are worth every penny. P.S. - This trip review is for when I traveled to Tibet in October of 2017, but I unfortunately didn't leave a review back then (this site apparently only allows submitting reviews from a year back at most, it will say "Oct. 2019" below - but I went in 2017, just for clarification). Obviously, back in 2017 there was no Covid-19 virus, so there was no need for temperature checks, hand sanitizers, etc. However, for the sake of the algorithm, I will say "YES" to all the survey questions it will list about Covid-19-related safety below.
5. 15-Day Small-Group Best of Tibet Tour
Tibet is famous for unique scenery and culture of Lamas which allure worldwide travelers from adventure-seeking backpackers to luxury jet-setters since opening up for tourism in the 1980's. This 15-day small group tour provides an escape for your soul from the hustle and bustle and takes you to visit Lhasa, Gyamtse, Shigatse, Tingri, Rongbuk, Mount Everest Base Camp, Saga, Darchen, Dirpuk, Zutulpuk, Manasarovar, and Payang.
Inclusions: Experienced local English-speaking tour guide, Ground transportation, Tibet Tourism Bureau Permit (TTP), Alien's Travel Permit (PSB) to be applied in Shigatse with original copy of your passport (30 minutes processing time), Military Permit, Travel agency liability insurance, Government tax, Express delivery service fee for permits, Meals as per itinerary (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner)
Exclusions: Airfare to/from Tibet, Transportation from/to Lhasa Airport (free daily shuttle service is available from 12:30pm to 3:30pm), Chinese Visa, Express delivery of Tibet Tourism Bureau Permit (e.g. China Air Express), Personal expenses, Personal travel insurance, Gratuities
6. 4-Day Lhasa and Lake Namtso Private Tour
A 4 days private tour It contains classic and essential sites like potala palace,Johkang temple and Lake Namtso.
Inclusions: Tibet travel permit and all other permits to Tibet needed., Meals as per itinerary (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner), Private Vehicle, Professional English speaking Tibetan local, 3 or 4 stars hotel based on your tour option, Free Airport shuttle transfer between lhasa airport and Hotel., Tourist accident/casualty insurance., Tibet hand map & Service Charge & Government Taxes., Breakfast
Exclusions: Lunches and dinners (usually it costs about USD3-15 per person for one meal), Gratuities (recommended 7 USD/day to tour guide and driver in total), Personal expenses, Tourists Chinese visa
Reviewed By 238fengs
You will not regret it. My 11 years old daughter enjoys it a lot as well. A post closed has more details. This is a outdoor show, and Lhasa can get cold in the night. To my opinion, 580yuan seat is no better, maybe even worth than 480yuan. Somehow, further seats are more expensive. I don’t advise to watch it on the day of arrival, as there are some stairs to climb. Driving out of the parking lot takes quite some time.
7. 3-Night Lhasa Sightseeing Tour
Explore the wonders of the Lhasa, Tibet's capital city, with visits to sites rich in culture and history. See the Potala Palace and Lhasa’s most important monasteries. Get an in depth introduction to Tibetan culture and history in the historic seat of the Tibetan Kings following the introduction of Buddhism.
Inclusions: All necessary travel permits, Private transportation in Tibet (gasoline is included), Private, English speaking, local Tibetan tour guide, Accommodation, Pick-up and send-off services at the beginning/end of the tour, Breakfasts, Oxygen tank, Lodging and meals for guide and driver, First aid kit
Exclusions: International and domestic flight/train tickets, Meals that are not specified in the itinerary (on average a meal in Tibet costs 5 USD per person), Personal expenses, Gratuities for the guide
8. Overnight Trip to Lhasa
Explore the wonders of the capital city with visits to sites rich in culture and history. See the Potala Palace and Lhasa’s most important monasteries before heading out of town for a visit to the sacred Namtso Lake. Enjoy beautiful mountains, a high pass, and spectacular views.
Inclusions: Private transportation by GOOD Car, English speaking Tibetan Guide, Accommodation at Heritage Hotel, Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner, Tibet travel permit
Exclusions: Train or Air fare of any sectors, Insurance of any kind, Natural or political disturbance which beyond our control, Personal expenses such as drinks, tips, porter charge etc.
9. Tibet Lhasa Tour with Everest Base Camp
Tibet Lhasa Tour with EBC takes you to Tibet with ancient and unique culture and traditions. Travelers can enjoy the Himalayan views as well as reach the northern base camp of the Mt. Everest (8848m). In addition, you can also enjoy the views of some of the highest mountains in the world like Cho Oyu (8188m) and Lhotse (8516m). Firstly, the trip starts with a flight from Kathmandu to Lhasa which heads north over the Great Himalayan Range. Thus, you can enjoy the views of an unending stretch of Himalayas. The next day, you go sightseeing in Lhasa and many historic places in the city. Some of them are Potala Palace, Norbulingka Palace, Sera Monastery, and Drepung Monastery. Next, you head to Shigatse via Gyantse. You also drive through Kamba La and Karo La passes on the way. Further, you drive to Rongbuk via Xegar through Gyu La and Gyatso La passes. Then, you hike to the Everest Base Camp (South Part) and relish the view of the Mt. Everest (8848m).
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Transportation bus /jeep/ Van, Tibet travel permit., English speaking Tibetan guide., Accommodation on twin sharing room basis on 2 Star hotel., Daily breakfast., Hotel-airport-hotel transfer in Lhasa., Breakfast, Flight Ticket from Kathmandu- Lhasa -Kathmandu, Tibet Visa fee, Pick up from Airport and Transfer to the hotel by private car
Exclusions: Client and travel insurance., Lunch and dinner., Personal expenses such as a drink, tips& etc., Nepal re- entry visa fee, Hotel in Kathmandu
Reviewed By Spatricia123
We were searching for short and nearest destinations for refreshments from Kathmandu, luckly we found Himalayan adventure and ask to make a plan , mr.bhagwat (MD of himalayan adventure) recommends us about chitwan tour which was a great full experience ever . Thank you for great arrangements . We will visit again there for jungle safari soon .
10. 4-Day Explore Lhasa Private Tour
This private classic Lhasa tour offers you opportunity to explore Lhasa highlights with a local Tibetan guide. The attractions you will see are Potala Place, Jokhang Monastery, etc.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Local guide, Airport pickup and drop-off, Transport by private vehicle, Tibet permit, Accommodation as per itinerary(twin shared room), Bottled water
Exclusions: Dinners, Gratuities, Airfare
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