Day 01Arrival in Lhasa – Tsetang

You will take a flight to Lhasa today, where you local guide will pick you up outside the baggage claim area of the airport and afterwards transfer you to check in the hotel in Tsetang. Due to the high altitude of Tibet, some clients may feel a little bit uncomfortable when first arriving in this land. Therefore, we kindly suggest you have a good rest and do not smoke or take a bath on the first day. 

Meals: No meals

Ferry boat to the Samye Monastery, Tsetang

Day 02Tsetang - Lhasa

Today you will take a ferry across the Yarlong Tsangpo River to visit the Samye Monastery which was the first Buddhist monastery built in Tibet. It will be quite an interesting experience to take the local special wooden boat with other tourists, locals, lamas and even cattle when traveling across the river. It will take you about 40 minutes to arrive at the opposite river bank, where there are many motor trucks available for transferring people to the Samye Monastery. After the tour, continue your trip to Lhasa and check in the hotel once arriving.

Meals: Western buffet breakfast, Lunch

Tibetan people in Norbulingka Park, Lhasa

Day 03Lhasa

Today's tour starts from Tibet Museum, where the precious cultural relics will show you the glorious history of Tibet and the deep companionship between Han and Tibetan People since the Tang Dynasty (about 1,300 years ago). Then head to the Carpet Factory where you will see how the world-famous Tibetan Carpet is made by hand. After lunch, continue to visit the Sera Monastery. As one of the largest monasteries in Lhasa, the Sera Monastery is well-known for the vast storage of Buddhist statues, sutras and frock. It is said that there are more than 10,000 Buddhist statues in the monastery. You will then visit the Norbulingka Park, a large complex park composed of palaces and gardens.

Meals: Western buffet breakfast, Lunch

Our clients in front of the Potala Palace, Lhasa

Day 04Lhasa

In the morning, you will visit the magnificent Potala Palace. Initially built in the Tang Dynasty about 1,300 years ago and rebuilt in the 17th century, the palace is comprised of two parts: the Red Palace as the center and the White Palace as the wings. After lunch, visit the Jokhang Temple. Located in the center of Lhasa City, the Jokhang Temple is the holiest temple in Tibetan Buddhism and one of the most splendid constructions in Tibet. The street encircled the Jokhang Temple is the famous Barkhor Street. Walking along the street, you will see shops and stalls on both sides selling various Tibetan handicrafts and local snacks. You will also pay a visit to the Tibetan Traditional Medicine Hospital to learn about the well-know Tibetan medicine.

Meals: Western buffet breakfast, Lunch

Day 05Lhasa - Shangri-La

On the way to the airport, you will visit a Tibetan family to have a close touch with the locals and taste the special butter tea. Then fly to Shangri-la, Yunnan Province, where your local tour guide will meet you at the airport and transfer you to check in the hotel.

Meals: Western buffet breakfast, Lunch

Songzanlin Monastery, Shangri-la Photo by our client Mr. Mr. Arne Dalfelt with his feedback

Day 06Shangri-La

You will enjoy the charming landscape at the Bita Lake and the Shudu Lake. Like a green diamond, the crystal Bita Lake is beset with roiling mountains. The most amazing view of Bita Lake is said to be in May when fish are all drunk and float at the surface of the lake after eating the petals of azaleas. About 10 km (6.2 miles) from the Bita Lake is the Shudu Lake where the lake is surrounded by mountains, and the vast meadow is dotted with flock and herds. On the way back, you will stop over at the Songzanlin Monastery which is the largest Tibetan Buddhist monastery in Yunnan Province. Originally built in 1679 and constructed in traditional Tibetan style, it is known as the miniature Potala Palace.

Meals: Western buffet breakfast, Lunch

Lijiang Old Town

Day 07Shangri-La - Lijiang

Today you will take a full day sightseeing tour on the way to Lijiang. The first stop is the Tiger Leaping Gorge which is believed to be one of the deepest gorges in the world and is famous for the steep and narrow valley, turbulent current and splendid scenery. Then proceed to the First Bend of the Yangtze River where the running river suddenly takes a big turn of 120 degree to the shape of “U”. At the first sight of the bend, you will be shocked by the power of nature. You will then encounter the Stone Drum Town which is named after the drum-shaped marble stele in the town. Historically, the town was an important communication center for the brisk trade of tea and horses between inland China and Tibet region. Finally you arrive in Lijiang and check in the hotel.

Meals: Western buffet breakfast, Lunch

Minority people in Yunnan

Day 08Lijiang

In the morning, you will first go to the Baisha Village. After visiting a local Naxi family, continue to the Baisha Murals. The picturing of the murals lasted for more than 300 years from the end of the Ming Dynasty to the early Qing Dynasty. The 500-year-old murals combine the culture of Han, Tibet and Naxi ethnic groups, reflecting the history of the area and the religious life of Tibetan Buddhism, Confucianism and Taoism. You will then visit the Former Residence of Joseph Rock in Yuhu Village, to learn about the legendary life of this Austrian-American explorer. You will have some free time to explore the old town in the afternoon.

Meals: Western buffet breakfast, Lunch

Day 09Lijiang

The entire day is free for you to make your own arrangement to explore the ancient town. Known as one of the four best-preserved ancient towns in China, Lijiang Old Town is the only one which has no city wall. If you want to take beautiful pictures of the spectacular surroundings, you can get up early in the morning and stroll around the town before the shops open. In the bustling daytime, various handicrafts and snacks can be found. If tired, you can stop and have a cup of tea or coffee at the café.

Meals: Western buffet breakfast

Free afternoon chatting

Day 10Lijiang - Kunming

Today you will head to Kunming by air. Your local guide in Kunming will meet you at the airport and take you to the hotel. After a short rest, you will start your Kunming tour with the “No.1 wonder under heaven”, Stone Forest, where various shapes of karst formations make countless labyrinthine vistas. Then proceed to the Flowers and Birds Market. Known as the “Spring City” because of its mild climate all year round, Kunming is also of city of flowers. You can find various kinds of flowers from all over the world in the market, as well as the lovely golden fish.

Meals: Western buffet breakfast, Lunch

Day 11Departure from Kunming

Today we will transfer you to Kunming airport for your return flight. We hope our service has given you a featured China tour and wish you a nice trip home! However, if you plan to have an extension tour, please refer to our City Package for more details.

Meals: Western buffet breakfast

Accommodation

Grade	Luxury	Standard
Tsetang	Tsetang Hotel	Tsetang Hotel
Lhasa	Four Points By Sheraton Hotel	Gang-gyan Lhasa Hotel
Shangri-la	Paradise Hotel	Shiner Hotel
Lijiang	Crowne Plaza Lijiang Ancient Town	WangFu Hotel
Kunming	Grand Park Hotel	Kunming Hotel

• ◆ 2012 Price
• ◆ 2011 Price

Based on per person and in U.S. dollars, valid from Mar. 1st, 2012 to Feb. 28th, 2013

Grade	Luxury				Standard
	High season (Mar 1st-Nov 30th)		Shoulder season (Dec 1st-Feb 28th)		High season (Mar 1st-Nov 30th)		Shoulder season (Dec 1st-Feb 28th)
	Double	Single	Double	Single	Double	Single	Double	Single
2-5 persons	$2599	$3439	$2409	$3079	$2139	$2519	$2109	$2479
6-9 persons	$2139	$2979	$1959	$2629	$1679	$2069	$1659	$2029
10 & above	$1919	$2729	$1709	$2359	$1459	$1809	$1449	$1789

Note: This tour does not apply to our Early Bird Promotion.

Based on per person and in U.S. dollars, valid from Mar. 1st, 2011 to Feb. 29th, 2012

Grade	Luxury				Standard
	High season (Mar 1st-Nov 30th)		Shoulder season (Dec 1st-Feb 29th)		High season (Mar 1st-Nov 30th)		Shoulder season (Dec 1st-Feb 29th)
	Double	Single	Double	Single	Double	Single	Double	Single
2-5 persons	$2469	$3209	$2289	$2929	$2089	$2449	$1969	$2289
6-9 persons	$2029	$2779	$1859	$2509	$1649	$2009	$1549	$1869
10 & above	$1779	$2459	$1639	$2239	$1439	$1779	$1349	$1639

Note: This tour does not apply to our Early Bird Promotion.

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