Lhasa Trip Overview
See some of the most scenic spots in Tibet on this 2-day tour from Lhasa. Visit Lake Namtso and stay overnight in a traditional Tibetan guesthouse, then explore the meditation caves on Tashi Dor Island and relax with a dip in Yangpachen Hot Springs, which are situated at the foot of a glacier. Group numbers on this tour are limited to 12 to ensure a more personal experience.
Additional Info
Duration: 2 days
Starts: Lhasa, China
Trip Category: Multi-day & Extended Tours >> Overnight Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Lhasa, Tibet, China
See some of the most scenic spots in Tibet on this 2-day tour from Lhasa. Visit Lake Namtso and stay overnight in a traditional Tibetan guesthouse, then explore the meditation caves on Tashi Dor Island and relax with a dip in Yangpachen Hot Springs, which are situated at the foot of a glacier. Group numbers on this tour are limited to 12 to ensure a more personal experience.
Itinerary
Day 1: Lhasa – Namtso Lake – Damxung / Yampachen
Stop At: Lake Namtso, Nakchu Region, Damxung County China
In the morning, drive from Lhasa to Lake Namtso, one of the four holy lakes of Tibet and also the highest saline lake in the world. On the way, you can see snow-capped Nyenchen Thanglha Mountain Ranges and lots of nomads and their tent with grazing yak and sheep densely-populated on the flourishing grassland ( in summer). Besides, you can enjoy the view of Sky-Road Railway with snow mountain background; while standing at the famous Lagenla Pass(5190m), you can view the stunning vista of holy Namtso Lake. Then we can enjoy our time to do leisurely trek around Tashi Dor Island and along the lakeshore. Drive back to Dumxung or Yampachen.
Duration: 2 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Dumxung or Yampachen local hotel
Day 2: Yampachen to Lhasa
Stop At: Yangpachen Hot springs, Yangpachen Town, Lhasa China
Drive to Yampanchen and enjoy the natural hot spring bath in here. (Please prepare your own swimming suit.) The famous Yangpachen lies on the southern slope of the Nyenchen Tangula Mountains and is famous for its geothermal scenery. Every year, Yangpachen Hot Spring emits heat equal to that of 4.7 million tons of standard coal. Lying in a plateau basin, Yangpachen’s geothermal field covers 40 square km. To take advantage of geothermal field, resorts were built in here, giving tourists a chance to enjoy the outdoor natural hot spring spa. After having thoroughly relaxed in the spa, we head back to Lhasa. On the way, we will visit Chimelong Nunnery.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
