Soul of Tibet 5 days 4 nights: Visit Potala and Yamdrok

Lhasa, which means "holy land" or "land of Buddha" in Tibetan, is a holy city in the minds of Tibetans and a paradise in the hearts of travelers. With the opening of the Qinghai-Tibet Railway, Lhasa is no longer out of reach. Lhasa is not originally prosperous and crowded. Let us explore its mysterious charm together.

Upon arrival at Gonggar airport, the representative will receive you and drive to Lhasa. En-route, enjoy the spectacular highland view along with the Yarlong Tsangpo river (the longest river in Tibet and the river located at the highest point on earth with an average elevation of 4,000m) The river is originated from the melt of Jiemayangzong Glacier of the northern Himalayan range. Today is a rest day at Lhasa for acclimatization.

(Tibetan incense making, woodblock printing, and learning Tibetan). Go to the Tibetan Cultural Experience Center to learn how the refreshing Tibetan incense is made, and you can also participate in the production yourself, which is completely different from the meaning of purchased Tibetan incense. The knowledgeable teacher will introduce you to the origin of Tibetan and help you write Tibetan blessings or your own Tibetan name. At the same time, you can also experience traditional woodblock printing.

Sera Monastery is famous for its unique Buddhist debates. The debates every afternoon are very lively, and the monks improve their Buddhist knowledge through fierce debates. Let's experience the unique charm of Tibetan Buddhist culture together.

The majestic Potala Palace is a symbol of Tibet. Climb up the zigzag paths to explore the treasures, Buddha statues and murals in the palace, and feel the weight of history and the power of faith.

Jokhang Temple is a holy place in the hearts of Tibetan Buddhists. The temple is full of incense and believers kowtow and worship in an endless stream. You can follow the crowd, feel the strong religious atmosphere, and appreciate the exquisite Buddha statues and thangkas in the temple.

Barkhor Street surrounds the Jokhang Temple and is the most distinctive prayer path and commercial street in Lhasa. You can buy Tibetan handicrafts and clothing, taste local snacks, or just stroll through it to experience the integration of Lhasa's market life and culture.

Yamdrok Lake is amazing with its changing colors and turquoise water. The highway along the lake is the best place to enjoy the beautiful scenery. You can stop at different viewing platforms to take pictures and feel the tranquility and magnificence of the plateau lake.

Xiazhuling Temple is a Nyingma temple with a long history. It is built on the mountain and has beautiful scenery. There are relatively few tourists here, and it is a good place to experience the tranquility and pure Tibetan Buddhist culture. You can stroll in the temple and feel the ancient architecture and harmonious atmosphere.