DAY 1

Your holiday begins with a pleasant flight to Xi’an, provincial capital of Shanxi. Upon arrival, enjoy a city tour and visit Dayanta Square and view Big Wild Goose Pagoda (from a distance). Next, proceed to Bell & Drum Tower Square and Antique Street. Thereafter, transfer to the hotel to rest for the night. QTRQ TOUR D1-D5 SAME as QTRM TOUR

DAY 2

Depart Chengdu for Lhasa, capital of the Tibet Autonomous Region. Arrive in Lhasa to the warmest welcome from the Tibetan people at Gongkar airport (3600m above sea level). Travel 100km against the flow of Yarlung Zangbo River towards the holy city of Lhasa and enjoy the magnificent view along the way. Make a stop at Nietang Big Buddha, built in the 11th century. Lhasa is an ancient city with more than 1300 years of history. Take a good rest to acclaim to the high altitude. Stay the night in Lhasa.

DAY 3

In the morning, visit the landmark of Lhasa – Potala Palace, a structure that deserves a place as one of the wonders of Eastern architecture. In the afternoon, visit Jokhang Temple – the most revered religious structure in Tibet, and the surrounding area – Barkhor, Lhasa’s pilgrimage circuit. This area is both the spiritual heart of Lhasa and the main commercial district for Tibetans. Stay the night in Lhasa.

DAY 4

Travel 100 km northeast and experience the world-famous Yangpachen Geothermal Scenic Area. Marvel at the spectacular hot spring and spouting geysers. Take in the view of the snow-clad Nyainqentanglha Mountains. You may enjoy a hot spring bath (own expense). Return to Lhasa. Stay the night in Lhasa.

DAY 5

Today, you’ll explore outside of Lhasa. In the morning, travel 110km to visit Yamdrok Yumtso – one of the three holy lakes in Tibet. The winding road all up to the mountain is bumpy but also thrilling. Let the beauty of Kambala pass (5030m) overwhelm you along the journey. Be charmed by the fabulous shade of deep turquoise as we view the holy lake from the summit of Kambala pass. Next, take in the view of Karola Glaciers. Continue your journey to Gayngtze and visit Kumbum Monastery. Next, travel about two hours (100km) to Shigatse. Stay the night in Shigatse.

DAY 6

In the morning, travel to the residence of Panchen Lama, the largest Gelung (Yellow Hat Sect) monastery in the Tibet – Tashilunpo Monastery. Built in 1447 by Gendun Drup, the 1st Dalai Lama, the monastery houses a 28m bronze statue of a sitting Buddha, the largest in the world. After visiting this magnificent monastery and having lunch at Shigatse, travel back to Lhasa along the Yarlung Zangbo River, enjoy the view of the great landscape. Overnight in Lhasa. (QTRM) >>> In the morning, travel to the residence of Panchen Lama, the largest Gelung (Yellow Hat Sect) monastery in Tibet – Tashilunpo Monastery. Built in 1447 by Gendun Drup, the 1st Dalai Lama, the monastery houses a 28m bronze statue of a sitting Buddha, the largest in the world. After visiting this magnificent monastery and having lunch at Shigatse, travel back to Lhasa along the picturesque Yarlung Zangbo River. Stay the night in Dingri. (QTRQ)

DAY 7

After breakfast, take Qingzang Train ride to Xi’ning. (Meals on board are at own expense). Note: Distance from Lhasa to Xi’ning is 1956km. Tibetan train departs at noon and arrives in Xi’ning. Total travel time is about 26 hours. Stay the night onboard the train.(QTRM) >>> After breakfast, proceed to Mt’ Qomolangma and enjoy a scenic view along the way to your next destination. You will be thrilled by the beautiful mountains and boundless land. Later this afternoon, you will arrive at Qomolangma Expedition Camp where you will be awed by the glaciers. At Mt’Qomalangma Expedition Station, take a magnificent view of the Mt’ Himalaya Mountains. It stands at 8848 meters above sea level. Qomalangma in Tibetan means “The Third Goddess”. (QTRQ)

DAY 8

Today, your train arrives at the mountainous Xi’ning. Check in to the hotel upon arrival and experience the difference between Loess Plateau and Qinghai–Tibet Plateau, as well as between Chinese and Tibetan culture by visiting the well-know Ri Yue Mountain, Ri Pavilion and Dao Tang River. Another highlight of the day is seeing the famous Qinghai Lake (Koko Nor), which is the largest inland salt lake in China. It’s a surreal-looking saline lake that contains plenty of fishes. Stay the night in Xi’ning.(QTRM) >>> This morning, far view sunrise of the Qomoiangma, which is world’s highest peak of 8848 meters above sea level. You also will see Mt’ Zhuoaoyou, Luozi and Makalu. Take this chance to immerse yourself in the natural world. Then, return to Shigatse.(QTRQ)

DAY 9

Start the day with a visit to Ta’er Monastery, one of the six greatest monasteries of the Gelug sect of Tibetan Buddhism. The monastery is noted for its extraordinary art of yak butter embroidery, wall painting and yak butter sculpture. Next, tour Dongguan Mosque – one of the most famous mosques in Northeast China. Bid farewell to beautiful Xi’ning as we head to the airport for your domestic flight to Xi’an. QTRQ TOUR D9-D13 SAME as QTRM TOUR D6-D10

DAY 10

After breakfast, you are at leisure until you transfer to the airport for your flight back Singapore.