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9-DAY JOURNEY EXPLORING EASTERN TIBET

9-DAY JOURNEY EXPLORING EASTERN TIBET

A 9-day journey exploring Eastern Tibet – where pristine natural beauty intertwines with cultural depth and spiritual life, offering a rare experience that is both majestic and serene. Starting from Nyingchi, a land dubbed the "Switzerland of Tibet," travelers will gradually step into an entirely different world, where primeval forests, lush green valleys, and winding glaciers create a vivid natural tapestry along every route.

A special highlight of the journey is the experience of staying at Songtsam's luxurious lodge system – where each hotel is not merely a stopover but an integral part of the journey to discover local culture. From rooms overlooking the glaciers in Laigu to the tranquil ambiance by the sacred Basomtso Lake, or the palace-style retreat in Lhasa, all are exquisitely designed with traditional materials, local craftsmanship, and modern amenities like oxygen supply systems, helping travelers easily acclimatize to the altitude.

The journey to Eastern Tibet is therefore not merely an exploration of a region, but also a trip that touches tranquility, where every step carries a story, every scene evokes emotion, and every experience remains an unforgettable memory.

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  • INCLUDE

    • 2 nights lodge at Songtsam Lodge Bome
    • 2 nights lodge at Songtsam Lodge Laigu
    • 1 night lodge at Songtsam Linka Basomtso
    • 2 nights lodge at Songtsam Linka Lhasa
    • Transportation: All ground transfers by quality local vehicles as per itinerary.
    • Sightseeing: All entrance fees and activities as listed in the itinerary.
    • Accommodation: All rooms are based on double occupancy.
    • Meals: All meals, from dinner on the first day to breakfast on the last day.
    • Refreshments: Standard drinks and snacks throughout the trip.
    • Room Amenities: Complimentary minibar drinks in hotel rooms.
    • Tour Guides: Services from local tour guides.
    • Permits: Tibet travel permit fees and foreign visitor travel document processing fees.

  • NOT INCLUDED

    • 1 night hotel in Lhasa
    • International round-trip airfare
    • China Visa
    • Personal shopping expenses
    • Insurance: Medical, travel, or emergency evacuation insurance plans.
    • Personal Communication: Personal telecommunication costs (phone, call charges, etc.).
    • Flights: Domestic or international flights to Nyingchi and from Lhasa.
    • Activities outside the program: Tours and activities not listed in the specific itinerary

  • ESTIMATED COSTS (subject to change)

    From VND 159,500,000 - VND 240,400,000/ person (Twin / Double sharing)

    • Shoulder season: 24/02 – 09/03, 21/04 – 30/04, 06/05 – 09/07, 26/08 – 27/09, 08/10 – 09/12
    • Peak season: 01/01 – 12/02, 10/03 – 19/03, 11/04 – 20/04, 10/07 – 25/08, 10/12 – 31/12
    • Holidays: 13/02 – 23/02 (Lunar New Year), 20/03 – 10/04, 01/05 – 05/05 (International Labor Day), 28/09 – 07/10 (Chinese National Day)

PROJECTED ITINERARY

  • DAY 1: VIETNAM - LHASA

    • Flight from Vietnam - Lhasa
    • Overnight in Lhasa (not included)

  • DAY 2: SONGTSAM LODGE BOME (2,700m)

    • Free movement from Lhasa to Nyingchi
    • Domestic flight (1 hour) or High-speed train (4 hours) - (Not included)
    • Pick up at Nyingchi Mainling Airport.
    • Travel through the sacred Sejila Pass to admire the holy Namcha Barwa mountain (weather permitting). Namcha Barwa Peak is the highest peak in the Nyingchi region and the 15th highest in the world. The mountain's enormous triangular shape is covered by thick snow and fog year-round.
    • Lunch at a local restaurant.
    • Continue the journey along the Palong Tsangpo River, through dense forests to Bome (approximately 4.5 hours drive).
    • Check in at Songtsam Lodge Bome, relax with a welcome drink and local snacks.
    • Welcome dinner at the lodge.
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  • DAY 3: SONGTSAM LODGE LAIGU (4,200m)

    • After breakfast, visit Gang Village (15-minute drive) and trek into the pristine spruce forest.
    • Enjoy a picnic lunch at Gang Village. (Note: Picnics are not available from November until the Peach Blossom Festival next year, and will be replaced with a packed lunch or lunch at the hotel.)
    • In the afternoon, depart for Ranwu (approximately a 4-hour drive) along the Palongzangpo River.
    • Check in at Songtsam Lodge Laigu, acclimatize to the altitude, and enjoy views of the Laigu Glacier.
    • Dinner at the lodge.

  • DAY 4: SONGTSAM LODGE LAIGU (4,200m)

    • Experience the beautiful sunrise from the lodge terrace (weather permitting).
    • After breakfast, travel to Duosong Tso Lake – a sacred, pristine, and less-visited lake, featuring primeval forests, clear blue waters, and snow-capped mountains.
    • Lunch at the lodge.
    • In the afternoon, visit Xiudeng Pilgrimage Monastery (a 20-minute drive) – a monastery over 500 years old, once home to five living Buddhas during its heyday.
    • Dinner at the lodge.
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  • DAY 5: SONGTSAM LODGE BOME (2,700m)

    • After breakfast, drive to Ranwu Lake (about a 1-hour drive) – the lake's surface is as still as a mirror, surrounded by snow-capped mountains. Famous for its tranquility and water that changes color, the lake can turn deep blue or turquoise depending on the season.
    • Continue the journey along the Palong Tsangpo River, through dense forests, back to Nyingchi (about a 3-hour drive).
    • Lunch at Songtsam Lodge Bome.
    • In the afternoon, relax with a Tibetan herbal foot soak right in your room. In high-altitude areas, foot soaks help promote blood circulation and increase oxygen, thereby reducing symptoms of altitude sickness. At the same time, this method also helps relax muscles after traveling, supports metabolism, nourishes the body and mind, and dispels cold and fatigue.
    • Dinner at the lodge.

  • DAY 6: SONGTSAM LODGE LINKA BASOMTSO (3,400m)

    • After breakfast, depart for Lulang (approximately 2.5 hours drive), passing through vast primeval forests, admiring snow-capped mountains, grasslands, cattle, and sheep.
    • Lunch at a local restaurant.
    • In the afternoon, visit Zhaxigang village (10 minutes drive).
    • Transfer to Basomtso (approximately 3.5 hours drive) and check in at the lodge.
    • Dinner at the lodge.
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  • DAY 7: SONGTSAM LODGE LINKA LHASA (3,700m)

    • After breakfast, visit the sacred Basomtso Lake and the Tsozong Gongba Monastery located on Tashi Island in the middle of the lake. Basomtso is a sacred turquoise lake, located in the middle and upper reaches of the Ba River – the largest tributary of the Nyang River, which is the longest tributary of the Yarlung Tsangpo River.
    • Lunch at Songtsam Linka Basomtso.
    • In the afternoon, travel along National Highway G318 to Lhasa (approximately 5 hours drive).
    • Check in at Songtsam Linka Lhasa, relax with welcome drinks and local snacks.
    • Dinner at the lodge.

  • DAY 8: SONGTSAM LODGE LINKA LHASA (3,700m)

    • In the morning, visit Potala Palace (approx. 30-minute drive). Built in the 6th century, it is a symbol of Tibetan Buddhism and the highest palace in the world.
    • Lunch at Songtsam Linka Lhasa.
    • In the afternoon, visit Jokhang Temple (approx. 20-minute drive) – the spiritual heart of Tibet and the most sacred pilgrimage site. You will see many pilgrims praying in front of the temple day and night.
    • Afterward, stroll through Barkhor Street - Lhasa's busiest market. This is also a pilgrimage route considered a "sacred path" in the eyes of Tibetans, where you can clearly feel the spiritual life through the images of devotees from all over with different attire and dialects, devoutly praying along the street.
    • Farewell dinner at the lodge.

  • DAY 9: END OF THE JOURNEY

    • After breakfast, transfer to Lhasa Gonggar Airport (approximately 1-hour drive).
    • We look forward to seeing you on future trips.

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