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16 Days Incredible Tibet Ali Small Group Tour | Western China Package Adventure (Max 15)

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Operator: UME Travel Co. Ltd
Ancient Wonders: Walk among ruins, temples, and timeless landmarks
Group Tour: Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Fully Guided: An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Medium Intensity: Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Group Size 1 - 15
Ages 10+

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Itinerary

Day 1
Lhasa
Lhasa
Accommodation
Hotel 4* (La Garry Snow Dragon Manor Resort)
Day 2
Lhasa
Lhasa
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel 4* (La Garry Snow Dragon Manor Resort)
Included Activities
- Traditional Tibetan incense making at Handicraft Center
- Woodblock printing experience at Handicraft Center
- Tibetan language and calligraphy writing lesson at Handicraft Center
- Sera Monastery visit and monks' debate viewing (if held)
Optional Activities
- Strolling around Lhasa streets
- Additional time at hotel to rest
Landmarks
Sera Monastery
Day 3
Lhasa
Lhasa
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel 4* (La Garry Snow Dragon Manor Resort)
Included Activities
- Potala Palace visit
- Jokhang Temple visit
- Barkhor Street exploration
Optional Activities
- Tibetan or Nepalese specialty dishes meal
- Shopping for handicrafts, costumes, tea, prayer wheels, and Tibetan incense on Barkhor Street
Landmarks
Potala Palace
Jokhang Temple
Barkhor Street
Day 4
Lhasa to Shigatse
Lhasa to Shigatse
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel 4* (Shigatse Cangyu Yabu Hotel)
Included Activities
- Yamdrok Lake viewing from Kampala Pass
- Mount Nyenchen Khangsar viewing
- Karola Glacier visit
Landmarks
Yamdrok Lake
Mount Nyenchen Khangsar
Karola Glacier
Day 5
Shigatse to Everest Base Camp
Shigatse to Everest Base Camp
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Camping (Everest Base Camp Tent Camp)
Included Activities
- Rongbuk Monastery visit
Landmarks
Rongbuk Monastery
Everest Base Camp
Day 6
Everest Base Camp to Saga
Everest Base Camp to Saga
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel 3* (Saga Hotel)
Included Activities
- Mount Everest viewing from old Tingri Road
- Mount Shishapangma viewing
- Pelkhu-tso lake visit
Landmarks
Mount Shishapangma
Pelkhu-tso
Day 7
Saga to Darchen
Saga to Darchen
Accommodation
(Gangdise Hotel)
Included Activities
- Lake Manasarovar drive-around viewing
Optional Activities
- Stop at Old Drongpa monastery village
Landmarks
Lake Manasarovar
Mount Kailash
Day 8
Darchen - Trekking Day 1
Darchen - Trekking Day 1
Included Activities
- Eco-bus ride from Darchen to Prayer's Square
- Mount Kailash trekking (approximately 14km)
Optional Activities
- Yak or horse riding
- Local porter hire for luggage carrying
Landmarks
Mount Kailash
Prayer's Square (Taboche)
Day 9
Driapuk/Gangga - Trekking Day 2
Driapuk/Gangga - Trekking Day 2
Included Activities
- Dolma-la Pass trek (5,650m elevation)
- Mercy Lake viewing
- Mount Kailash trekking (approximately 20km)
Optional Activities
- Tea breaks along the route
Landmarks
Dolma-la Pass
Mercy Lake
Day 10
Dzultripuk - Zanda (Trekking Day 3)
Dzultripuk - Zanda (Trekking Day 3)
Accommodation
Hotel (Honghui Grand Hotel, Zanda)
Included Activities
- Final Mount Kailash trekking (approximately 6.6km)
- Eco-bus ride from Zongdui to Darchen
Landmarks
Mani Stones
Day 11
Zanda
Zanda
Accommodation
(Gangdise Hotel)
Included Activities
- Guge Kingdom ruins visit
- Zanda Earth Forest viewing
- Torling Monastery visit
Landmarks
Guge Kingdom
Zanda Earth Forest
Torling Monastery
Day 12
Darchen to Saga
Darchen to Saga
Accommodation
Hotel 3* (Saga Hotel)
Optional Activities
- Photo stops at scenic locations
Day 13
Saga to Sakya or Gyirong
Saga to Sakya or Gyirong
Accommodation
Hotel (Yuanfu Grand Hotel)
Included Activities
- Sangsang Grassland viewing (Plan A only)
- Sakya South Monastery viewing (Plan A only)
- Gyirong Valley visit (Plan B only)
- Gyirong suspension bridge visit (Plan B only)
Landmarks
Sakya South Monastery
Sangsang Grassland
Day 14
Sakya to Shigatse (Plan A) or Gyirong to Sakya (Plan B)
Sakya to Shigatse (Plan A) or Gyirong to Sakya (Plan B)
Accommodation
Hotel 4* (Shigatse Cangyu Yabu Hotel)
Included Activities
- Sakya Monastery visit
Optional Activities
- Monks' daily routines observation (Plan A only)
- Prayer rituals witnessing (Plan A only)
Landmarks
Sakya Monastery
Day 15
Shigatse to Lhasa
Shigatse to Lhasa
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel 4* (La Garry Snow Dragon Manor Resort)
Included Activities
- Tashi Lhunpo Monastery visit
Landmarks
Tashi Lhunpo Monastery
Day 16
Lhasa Departure
Lhasa Departure
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Free time to explore Lhasa

Landmarks
Sera Monastery

Landmarks
Potala Palace
Jokhang Temple
Barkhor Street

Landmarks
Yamdrok Lake
Mount Nyenchen Khangsar
Karola Glacier

Landmarks
Rongbuk Monastery
Everest Base Camp

Landmarks
Mount Shishapangma
Pelkhu-tso

Landmarks
Lake Manasarovar
Mount Kailash

Landmarks
Mount Kailash
Prayer's Square (Taboche)

Landmarks
Dolma-la Pass
Mercy Lake

Landmarks
Mani Stones

Landmarks
Guge Kingdom
Zanda Earth Forest
Torling Monastery

Landmarks
Sakya South Monastery
Sangsang Grassland

Landmarks
Sakya Monastery

Landmarks
Tashi Lhunpo Monastery

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Where You'll Stay

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La Garry Snow Dragon Manor Resort
Hotel 4*
Days 1, 2, 3, 15
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Shigatse Cangyu Yabu Hotel
Hotel 4*
Days 4, 14
Everest Base Camp Tent Camp
Camping
day 5
Saga Hotel
Hotel 3*
Days 6, 12
Gangdise Hotel
Days 7, 11
Honghui Grand Hotel, Zanda
Hotel
day 10
Yuanfu Grand Hotel
Hotel
day 13

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Liora5.0•August 2026
Exploring China over two weeks would be an exciting opportunity to see the country from several different...
Exploring China over two weeks would be an exciting opportunity to see the country from several different perspectives. Having enough time to visit multiple destinations means travelers can experience historic landmarks, local culture, beautiful scenery, and everyday life rather than rushing through a few attractions. The variety of experiences included in the itinerary makes it appealing for someone who wants more than a short introduction to the country. A knowledgeable guide could also add considerable value to the journey. Having someone explain the history behind important sites, offer local recommendations, and help with the daily arrangements would make traveling between different destinations much easier. I would also appreciate clear information about transportation, accommodation, meeting points, and free time so travelers can prepare for each day. This looks like an interesting option for travelers who want to experience a broader side of China. The longer duration should allow for a richer cultural experience while giving visitors plenty of opportunities to discover memorable places along the way.Show more
Noella5.0•August 2026
We had a great time on the 8 Days Classic Yunnan tour and it was a great introduction to one of the most interesting...
We had a great time on the 8 Days Classic Yunnan tour and it was a great introduction to one of the most interesting areas of China. Itinerary was carefully planned, with beautiful natural scenery, historic towns, cultural activities, and chances to experience local traditions. The old streets were of particular interest, and the scenery was so beautiful that made Yunnan so unique. Our tour guide was very friendly, knowledgeable and very professional. They gave fascinating details about the history, ethnic cultures, and local customs of the different places, making them more meaningful. They were also very carefree and interested in the group and were always there when they were required to answer questions or give recommendations. The transportation was comfortable, the accommodations were pleasant and the program was well organized. Enjoyed plenty of free time to take photographs, taste local food and explore the area at my own speed. Everything went smoothly, making the journey relaxing and enjoyable. I think the overall 8 Days Classic Yunnan tour exceeded my expectations. It was a wonderful mix of culture, scenery and adventure – and I came back with lots of great memories. This is an excellent tour for anyone who wants a good and enjoyable Yunnan tour!Show more
Adeline5.0•August 2026
The 8 Days Unique Experiences of Chengdu itinerary knew exactly what it was dealing with when operating in Chengdu....
The 8 Days Unique Experiences of Chengdu itinerary knew exactly what it was dealing with when operating in Chengdu. The journey was not about speeding from one landmark to another, it was about slow-paced exploration of a city that has mastered the art of being good over time. Afternoons spent observing giant pandas stroll through semi-misty enclosures, evenings slipping away in the midst of mahjong playing by retired men and women alike in the same unhurried tempo they have lived with for decades, mornings spent eating Sichuan food so spicy that I now find myself craving it more than most spice-laden dishes I can think of. This was not just a summer holiday; this was the extraordinary way these eight days came together that made them so special, that made this Chengdu feel like a place lived, rather than visited.Show more

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16 Days Incredible Tibet Ali Small Group Tour | Western China Package Adventure (Max 15)

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