Itinerary Day 1                                   Shanghai - Lhasa The journey begins with a morning flight to Lhasa. Upon arrival, you will be met by your Tibetan guide and transferred to your hotel. Accommodation: Lhasa Kyichu Hotel or similar (3 star) Days 2 - 4                            Lhasa You have three full days to leisurely explore this fabled city. Start the visit at the magnificent Potala Palace, the very heart of Tibetan Buddhism and former residence of the Dalai Lama. Hundreds upon hundreds of rooms filled with colors, incense and chanting monks combine to make this the highlight of a visit to Lhasa. Wander the corridors and peek into the past. Go to Jokhang Temple, one of the most important religious buildings in Tibet. The Jokhang is circled by Barkhor Street, where you may bargain good-naturedly for some Tibetan goods. You'll get to know the monks, medicants and pilgrims in the area and enjoy bantering with the merchants of this bit of old Tibet. Also, visit Tibet's two greatest monasteries, Drepung Monastery, which lies at the foot of Mt. Gampo Utse and Sera Monastery, where you can witness the exciting and loud theoretical and religious discussions of the resident monks. Accommodation: Lhasa Kyichu Hotel or similar (3 star) Day 5                                    Lhasa - Gyantse Head southwest on the dirt road to Gyantse and view the Yamdroke Lake and local villages en route. Gyantse was historically Tibet's third largest city (after Lhasa and Shigatse). The city has a fine, old-fashioned feel to it and it is an excellent place to wander and explore Tibetan Quarters. Accommodation: Gyantse Hotel(3 Star) Day 6                                    Gyantse - Shigatse Visit Pelkor Chiode, a walled monastery complex and it's centerpiece, the grand Chorten; a true architectural wonder that is nearly 600 years old. Depart Gyantze in the afternoon for Shigatse. Visit the Tashi Lhunpo monastery, a rambling maze of Chapels, shrines and halls linked by mysterious alleyways and steep staircases. Afterward, find interesting goods in the town's old market. Accommodations: Shigatse Manasarovar Hotel (3 Star) Day 7                                     Shigatse - Lhasa In the morning, you have the option to revisit the Tibetan Bazaar, or depart soon after breakfast and spend the afternoon in Lhasa, leisurely strolling around the Barkhor area and take in the local surroundings. Accommodation: Lhasa Kyichu Hotel or similar (3 star) Day 8                                      Lhasa - Shanghai After a leisurely breakfast, we drive back to the airport in time to catch our flight back to Shanghai   Note: This tour takes you to very remote parts of China. On occasion, timings can change and slight delays may be expected. Maximum amount of people allowed on this tour is 16 people. Minimum of 10 people must sign-up for group for tour to depart. Cost of tour does not include tips to local staff, personal expenses and optional activities.

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