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From Lhasa's iconic Potala Palace and Jokhang Temple to the remote Tsurphu Monastery, trek through a green valley to Yangpachen, encountering yak-herder tents and mountain goats.
Begin your journey in Lhasa, exploring the majestic Potala Palace, the sacred Jokhang Temple, and the bustling Barkhor market. Visit the Norbulingka Summer Palace, then stop at Drepung Monastery and the debating courtyard at Sera Monastery. From Tsurphu Monastery, trek through a lush valley crisscrossed by mountain streams, watching for mountain goats. Rest in a traditional yak-hair tent for tea before crossing a high pass to Yangpachen. This one-day private trek offers an intimate glimpse into Tibetan culture and pristine alpine landscapes, perfect for adventurous travelers seeking a unique experience near Lhasa.
Starting in Lhasa, visit the great Potala Palace, the holy Jokhang Temple, and the lively Barkhor market. Travel to the Norbulingka Summer Palace and stop by Drepung Monastery and the debating courtyard at Sera Monastery on the way out of town.
From Tsurphu Monastery (楚布寺), trek through a green valley crisscrossed with mountain steams and keep an eye out for mountain goats. Stop in a yak-hair tent for tea before crossing over a mountain pass. Look out over the wide open plateau, with cracked patches of tundra below and a deep blue sky overhead. Travel through a few small villages, climb over gently rolling hills, and camp at a nunnery. End the trek at Yangpachen Monastery (羊八井寺), which overlooks part of the Trans-Himalaya range.
Tour Code:
TTC-09
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