10D Tibet Delights

DAY 01: SINGAPORE/CHENGDU (MOB/L/D)
Assemble at Changi International Airport for your  flight to Chengdu-Land of Abundance. Upon arrival, proceed to Temple of Marquis Wu, located in the southern suburbs of Chendgu. It was built in the 5^th century in the commemoration of Zhu Geliang,a famous military strategist of the Three Kingdoms Period (22-65AD) immortalized in on of the classics of Chinese Literature – The Tale of the Three Kindloms. After which, proceed to visit Du Fu Thatched Cottage. This Cottage located beside the Huanhua stream in west suburbs of Chengdu, it is the former residence of the well-known post Du Fu of the Tang Dynasty (618-907), who came to live here to escape war.

DAY 02: CHENGDU/LHASA (B/L/D)
After breakfast take a domestic flight to Lhasa. An elevation of 3500m, the capital city of Tibet. Tibet is land like no other. The majority of its land rests above 4000 m (13,000 feet) and is surrounded by mountain ranges on three sides. It is a place for the rugged adventurer as well as the spiritual wanderer. Referred as the last Shangri La, The Roof of the World and by many more, and Tibet is certainly a place worth visiting in a lifetime. Upon arrival, to Lhasa city with about two hours driving (100km). On the way, you'll get greeted by Nie Tang Budda - a Budda image engraved in the mountain face. After arrive in Lhasa, rest and acclimatize, free for acclimatization.

DAY 03: LHASA (B/L/D)
After breakfast, today have a whole day of sightseeing in the holy city. Visit Lhasa's landmark - Potala Palace, a structure that deserves a place as one of the wonders of eastern architecture as This huge structure is the former home of the Dalai Lama and a sight you will definitely not forget. Potala Palace, winter palace of the Dalai Lama since the 7th century, symbolizes Tibetan Buddhism and its central role in the traditional administration of Tibet. The complex, comprising the White and Red Palaces with their ancillary buildings, is built on Red Mountain in the centre of Lhasa Valley, at an altitude of 3,700m. After lunch, visit Jokhang Temple - the most sacred, oldest temple,holiest shrines and revered religious structure in Tibet, originally built in 647 A.D. in celebration of the marriage of the Tang Princess Wencheng and the Tubo King Songtsen Gampo. In front of the gate is a stone Tablet of Unity from the Tang Dynasty; inscribed are both Chinese characters and Tibetan script. And its surrounding area - Barkhor, Lhasa's pilgrimage circuit. This area is both the spiritual heart of Lhasa and the main commercial district for Tibetans. Barkhor is also a famous bazaar for Tibetan handicrafts and antiques.

DAY 04: LHASA (B/L/D)
After breakfast, excursing to Yangpachen, 110 kilometres north of Lhasa, is famous for its hot springs. Admiring the world famous Yangpachen Geothermal Zone, enjoying the charming landscape on the grassland of northern Tibet. Commanding a long distance view of Mt. Chenthangla Range (average height is 5300m). Pay to take a hot spring bath. 

DAY 05: LHASA/YAMDROKTSO/SHIGATSE (B/L/D)
After breakfast, visit Yamdroktso – one of the three holy lakes in Tibet. It’s winding road all up to the mountain, bumpy and somewhat thrilling. After pass over the Kambala pass of 5030m, the lake finally appears. Seen from the summit of Kambala pass, the lake is a fabulous shade of deep turquoise. In the afternoon, drive to Gyantse. Visit Kumbum Pagoda also called 100 thousand Buddha’s pagoda as well as Kumbum Monastery famed with its splendid Buddhist Tibetan art, built in the 15^th Century. After that drive about hours (100km) to Shigatse.

DAY 06: SHIGATSE/LHASA (B/L/D)
After breakfast, visit residence of Panchen Lama – Tashilupo Monastery, built in 1447 and one of the six grand monasteries in Tibet. In Tibet Buddhism, Panchen Lama is just the embodiment of Maitreya Buddha. After visit this magnificent monastery, return to Lhasa along the Yarlong Zangbo River, enjoy the great landscape enroute.    

DAY 07: LHASA/NYINGCHI (B/L/D)
After breakfast, drive to Nyingchi area. On the lower reaches of the Yarlong Zangpo River in southeast Tibet, Nyingchi is some 3,000 meters above sea level. It has a moist weather and a beautiful natural scene. On the way, visit Lake Basum-Tsu is also rich in its products with its gorgeous and enchanting sights. Covering 26 square kilometers, the pristine waters of the green lake reflect the picturesque snow-capped peaks surrounding the lake. The entire area around Basum Lake is so beautiful that thoughts of the inspiring Swiss Alps come to mind as one stands on the shorelines of this majestic lake.   

DAY 08: NYINGCHI (B/L/D)
After breakfast, visit Lamalin Temple, the special temple in Tibet. Then enroute visit the calm forest and Azalea Valley, and see Mt. Namjabarwa (7787metre), the 15^th summit of the world and enjoy the Lulang Forestry.

DAY 09: NYINGCHI/LHASA (B/L/D)
After breakfast, visit the old pine which grows about 2500years, then return to Lhasa. On the way enjoy the great landscape enroute.

DAY 10: LHASA/CHENGDU/SINGAPORE (B)
After breakfast, transfer to Konggar Airport for your flight back to Singapore via Chengdu .