Potala · Jokhang · Roof of the world
Lhasa Tour from Kathmandu
Fly to the roof of the world for the Potala Palace, the Jokhang and the pilgrim streets of old Lhasa.
The journey
What makes it unforgettable.
A comfortable introduction to Tibet centred on its extraordinary capital. You fly into Lhasa and give yourself time to acclimatise while exploring the greatest monuments of Tibetan Buddhism.
The towering Potala Palace, once the Dalai Lama's winter home, dominates the skyline; the Jokhang temple is the faith's holiest, ringed by the ever-turning pilgrim circuit of the Barkhor. You'll also visit the great monastic universities of Sera and Drepung.
It's an easy-paced, hotel-based journey with expert Tibetan guides and all the permits and logistics of travel in Tibet taken care of.
Duration
10 days
Max altitude
3,650 m
Grade
Easy
Style
Cultural · hotels
Trip cost
from USD 1,275/ person
Bespoke departures · flexible dates
Trip highlights
Day by day
Your itinerary.
- 1
Day 1
Kathmandu
Arrival and Tibet permit briefing.
- 2
Day 2
Fly to Lhasa
Spectacular Himalayan flight; rest to acclimatise.
- 3
Day 3
Potala Palace
The former winter palace of the Dalai Lamas.
- 4
Day 4
Jokhang & Barkhor
Tibet's holiest temple and the pilgrim market circuit.
- 5
Day 5
Sera & Drepung
The great monastic universities; monk debates at Sera.
- 6
Day 6
Lhasa at leisure
Free time or optional Ganden monastery excursion.
- 7
Day 7
Namtso Lake
Day trip to the sacred high-altitude lake.
- 8
Day 8
Return to Lhasa
Drive back with plateau views.
- 9
Day 9
Fly to Kathmandu
Return over the Himalaya.
- 10
Day 10
Depart
Transfer for your onward flight.
What's included
- Tibet travel permit & visa support
- Flights Kathmandu–Lhasa–Kathmandu
- Hotels, guide and all transfers
- Monument fees and listed meals
Ready for Lhasa Tour from Kathmandu?
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