Tours · Tibet · Lhasa
5-Day Lhasa, Yamdrok Lake & Namtso Group Tour
From $499 / person
Tour Overview
This itinerary begins with all the cultural heritage sites you've been longing to explore in Lhasa, before journeying onward to the sacred Yamdrok Lake, the glistening Karola Glacier, Lakenla, and Namtso. Weather permitting, you'll be treated to breathtaking sunsets and spectacular sunrises along the way — a fitting finale before returning to Lhasa.
Tour Highlights
- ✓ Ultimate Tibet Panorama
- ✓ Authentic Tibetan Culture
- ✓ Scientific Altitude Adaptation
- ✓ Epic Alpine Scenery
- ✓ Professional English Guide
- ✓ No Frequent Hotel Changes
Daily Itinerary
| Day | Route | Attractions & Activities | Accommodation | Meals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1▼ | Arrival in Lhasa (3,650m) | Pick up and transfer to the hotel | Lhasa, 3★/4★ | / |
| 2▼ | Lhasa Sightseeing | Potala Palace quare, Chagpori Hill Observation Deck, Jokhang Temple, Barkhor Street | Lhasa, 3★/4★ | B.D |
| 3▼ | Lhasa - Yamdrok Lake - Karula Glacier - “Princess Wencheng”Live Action Opera Show - Lhasa | Lhasa, Yamdrok Lake, Karula Glacier, "Princess Wencheng” Live Action Opera Show, Lhasa | Lhasa, 3★/4★ | B |
| 4▼ | Departure | Lhasa, Nyenchen Tanggula, Damxung, Lakenla, Namtso, Lhasa | Lhasa, 3★/4★ | B,D |
| 5▼ | Depart from Lhasa | Send off to the airport/railway station | Lhasa, 3★/4★ | B |
Hotel Options
Economy (3-star hotels)
Clean local 3-star hotels, twin sharing
Single supplement: $80
Comfort (4-star hotels)
Upgraded 4-star hotels in Lhasa/Shigatse
Single supplement: $140
Departures & Prices
| Start Date | End Date | Economy (3-star hotels) | Comfort (4-star hotels) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-10-10 | 2027-09-10 | $499 | $499 | 6 seats left |
What's Included
- ✓ Lodgings: 4 Nights, twin room en suite in 3★/4★;
- ✓ Meals: 4 breakfasts & 2 dinners;
- ✓ Travel-licensed vehicle according to group size & season as per itinerary needed including gas and parking fees;
- ✓ Lhasa Railway Station or Gonggar Airport transfer at all times on the first & last day;
- ✓ Pick-up from Lhasa Railway Station or Lhasa Gonggar Airport to your hotel on the first day;
- ✓ Drop-off from your hotel to Lhasa Railway Station or Lhasa Gonggar Airport on the last day
- ✓ Guide: experienced local English-speaking tour guide;
- ✓ Attractions: all entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary;
- ✓ Permit: Tibet Tourism Bureau Permit;
- ✓ Travel Agency Liability Insurance;
- ✓ Government Tax;
- ✓ Express delivery fee of Permit (eg. SF Express);
- ✓ Food & lodgings for guide & driver;
- ✓ Emergency oxygen tank available in the vehicle;
- ✓ Two bottles of mineral water per person per day.
What's Not Included
- ✗ International flight to and from China;
- ✗ Domestic flight/train to and from Lhasa; (We can help you book the domestic flight/train ticket at the BEST price. Please contact us for details.);
- ✗ If you miss the free transfer schedule due to flight delay or cancellation, then you are required to pay a private transfer at USD 80/vehicle/time;
- ✗ Single Room Supplement: Hotels are based on twin-sharing rooms. If you prefer a single room or cannot share, an additional single supplement will apply;
- ✗ Lunch & Dinner are not included but we will recommend some good ones for you according to your requirements. Usually, it takes USD 5-15/person for each meal;
- ✗ While the gratuity for the guide and driver is NOT mandatory, it is expected. Based on their service, you can tip them on the last day of the tour. You are suggested to tip each of them USD 8-15/day in total;
- ✗ All the commissions and taxes charged by PayPal, Banks, and the government when making a payment. (e.g. PayPal --- 4.4%. Wire transfer --- 2%);
- ✗ Personal expenses;
- ✗ Anything not mentioned in the Inclusions.
Traveler Q&A
Q: Is the group tour suitable for a 6-year-old child?
A: Yes, Lhasa's gentle pace works for kids; we also arrange discounted child rates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a Tibet Travel Permit?
Yes. All foreign passport holders need it. We arrange it for you - send passport copy 20+ days before departure.
Is altitude sickness a concern in Lhasa?
Lhasa is 3,650m. Most travelers adjust in 1-2 days; we keep day 1 easy and provide advice.
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⚠️ Tibet Tourism Bureau Permit (TTB) usually takes about 12 working days to apply. If you cannot provide the required docs & info on time, an extra handling fee will be charged. Please consult your travel consultant for details; We reserve the right to change the itinerary order and attractions in Lhasa; We need to pick up and drop off all members of the group on the first & last day from Lhasa Airport/Railway Station, thus there may not always have a guide present but a driver; Due to the special nature of Tibet travel, any unforeseeable and unavoidable objective circumstances, including but not limited to natural disasters, war, terrorism, riot, civil commotion, strikes, public health emergencies, government action, major traffic jams, delay or cancellation of flight/train, or attractions temporarily closed. etc., resulting in a change of itinerary, the increased cost will be paid by travelers; if any attraction visits have to be canceled due to the same reasons above, GTT won't be held responsible for a refund, except for a certain attraction entrance fees, which will be solely decided by GTT; The accommodation condition at EBC is kind of basic due to the geographic and climatic situation. If you want a better travel experience, Rongbuk Hotel is our recommendation for you. However, there are limited rooms, especially during the peak tourist season. Thus, if you want to stay at Rongbuk Hotel, please contact us in advance, as there's some price difference, and we can upgrade the hotel for you; All members of the same group must be with the same tour guide during the whole trip. So all members must follow the same itinerary and visit the same attractions. If anyone requests to change the scheduled arrangement for own reasons, you need to get permission from other members and accept the possible payment change if any.