The 8 Days Lhasa – Samye – Tsetang Fly In Fly Out Tour is a culturally immersive journey into the heart of Tibet, combining ancient monasteries, sacred palaces, and breathtaking Himalayan landscapes. This tour is ideal for travelers seeking deep spiritual insight, rich Tibetan heritage, and comfortable exploration without strenuous trekking. From the world’s highest capital city Lhasa to the cradle of Tibetan civilization in Tsetang, this journey offers a perfect balance of history, religion, and natural beauty.
The tour begins with a scenic flight from Kathmandu to Lhasa, where Miteri Nepal’s experienced representatives ensure a smooth transition and warm welcome by a professional Tibetan guide. After arrival, you have time to acclimatize while exploring the surroundings of Lhasa. The sightseeing in Lhasa includes the iconic Potala Palace, the spiritual center Jokhang Monastery, and a walk around the vibrant Barkhor Street, offering an authentic glimpse into traditional Tibetan life. Visits to major monasteries such as Drepung, Sera, Ganden, Ramoche, and Norbulingka Palace further enrich your understanding of Tibetan Buddhism and history, with a gentle monastery trek between Drepung and Sera adding a unique walking experience.
Leaving Lhasa, the journey continues toward Tsetang with an en-route visit to the historic Samye Monastery, the first Buddhist monastery in Tibet and a sacred pilgrimage site for all Tibetan Buddhist traditions. In Tsetang, often regarded as the birthplace of Tibetan civilization, you explore Yumbulakhang Palace, the oldest palace in Tibet, and Tadruk Monastery, one of the earliest Buddhist temples built during the reign of King Songtsen Gampo. These sites reveal the deep spiritual roots, legends, and royal history of Tibet.
With carefully planned acclimatization, comfortable transportation, full-board meals, and knowledgeable Tibetan guides, this tour is designed to be enriching and hassle-free. Miteri Nepal, with years of experience in organizing Tibet tours, is committed to delivering authentic cultural experiences, reliable services, and excellent value for money. This short yet fulfilling journey is perfect for cultural explorers, spiritual travelers, and those seeking a meaningful encounter with Tibet’s timeless heritage.
After the delicious breakfast drive towards Tribhuvan International Airport before 3 hours of our flight from Hotel. Upon arrival at Gonggar airport, Our Tibetan guide will let you fulfil immigration formalities and take you to world’s highest capital city Lhasa it is 62 Kilo meter from the Gongar Airport. Drive towards Lhasa and transfer to the Hotel in the evening you will walk around the Potala street Overnight at Hotel.
Today we will visit POTALA PALACE, former Palace of HH the Dalai Lama and 17th Century POTALA PALACE offers an awesome view of entire city and also has private quarters of the Dalai Lama, numerous grand state rooms and Afternoon visit JOKHANG MONESTARY shrine of Budha Sakyamuni and walk around Barkhor Circle, it is busting of Tibetan handicraft and costume. Overnight stay at Hotel.
Drive to Pabungkha and Visit Drepung Monastery, once we complete our exploration of holy Monastery, then you will start your ascending trek to Chubsang Nunnery, continue hike up to hill station of Sera Monastery. Visit Sera Monastery Drive back to Lhasa. 5-6 hours Trek Overnight at Hotel.
Ganden Monastery is the first Gelugpa monastery and has remained the main seat of this major Buddhist order ever since. Of all the other monasteries in Tibet, it is Ganden that has suffered the most at the hands of the red guards. Ganden has a stupendous view of the Kyi-chu Valley and fascinating kora. The mountains around Ganden provide you with good warming up before the trek. At the southwest corner of Ganden is a large rock draped with prayer flags. You will further spend two nights here to acclimatize and prepare for your forthcoming adventure. You head along the south bank of the Kyi Chu to Medro Gongkar, towards Ganden. On continuing eastwards you will drive past the Tibet University crossing the Lhasa East Bridge to the gas station. After a 40 km drive from Lhasa, you arrive at Ganden. Overnight at Hotel.
After having your breakfast you will visit Ramuchhe monastery and atfter the lunch you will visit Norbulinka palace the summer palace of his holiness. Overnight stay at Hotel.
After having your breakafast you will drive 2 and half hours to reach Tsetang via Gongkar airport highway. On our way to Tsetang, you visit the Samye Monastery: Samye Monastery was founded in the 8th century during the reign of King Trisong Detsen with the help of the Indian Buddhist masters Padmasambhava and Shantarakshita, whom the king had invited to Tibet to help spread Buddhism. Padmasambhava is credited with subduing the local spirits and winning them over to Buddhism. The first Tibetan monks were ordained here after examination, and are referred to as the Seven Examined Men. Over the centuries Samye has been associated with various schools of Tibetan Buddhism. Padmasambhava’s involvement makes Samye important in the Nyingma School, but it was later taken over by the Sakya and Gelugpa schools. Today, Tibetans of all traditions come to worship here. Overnight at Hotel.
Tadruk Monastery and Yambulakhang.
Yumbulakhang Palace:Yumbulakhang is the oldest palace in Tibet. It is also the oldest monumental structure in Tsedang. Mythological beliefs say that King Nyatri Tsenpo descended from heaven to build this palace in the 2nd century BC. Myths say it is the founding of Tibetan civilization. Yumbulakhang is constructed at the perfect crest of the hill and divided into three different components; the tower, the chapel, and the monks’ quarters.
Tandruk Monastery: Not very far from Yumbulakhang, Tandruk Monastery is situated at the roadside. Tan means ‘rock’ and druk means ‘dragon’ in Tibetan. The monastery got its name from the legend that it could only be built after Songtsan Gampo had turned into a rock and conquered an evil dragon. It’s said that renowned figures in the history of Tibetan Buddhism, such as Padmasambhava and Milarippa, had practiced Buddhism nearby after it was built and the remaining relics are Sacred to the devotees. Overnight at Hotel.
After having your early morning breakfast you will drop to airport it’s about an hour’s drives.
Risk and Liabilities:
We at Miteri Nepal will endeavor to make your journey smooth and enjoyable. However, the entire program in Tibet is conducted strictly under the rules and regulations of the China Tibet Tourism Bureau, People’s Army, and Foreign Affairs. Related organizations will not be responsible for changes in the itinerary due to unavoidable circumstances such as government restrictions, landslides, road blockages, floods, snow, political unrest, flight cancellations or delays, sickness, or accidents. Any extra cost arising from such situations must be borne by the traveler themselves.
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Fitness:
This is a cultural sightseeing tour with light trekking. No special level of fitness is required. Anyone in reasonable health can join. Travelers with cardiac or respiratory problems should consult their doctor before travel. Light morning or evening walks, stretching, and regular exercise are recommended to make the journey comfortable.
Insurance:
Full travel insurance coverage is strongly recommended, including:
Travelers without insurance will be solely responsible for any costs arising from emergencies.
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Tour Cancellation Policy:
All cancellation notices must be sent in writing to Miteri Nepal.
Cancellation rules follow the regulations of the China Tibet Tourism Bureau (CTTB) and our business partners in Tibet and Nepal.
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