Samye & Yumbulagang Palace Private Day Trip

Explore the cradle of Tibet civilization by visiting the first monastery, first building and the river which fertilize himalayans.

Highlights

• Lhasa views
• Yurlung Tsangpo River,
• Samye Monastery & Yumbulakhang Palace

Details

• Duration: 8 Hours
• Day trip begins at: 08:30 and ends at: 16:30
• Start Point: your hotel in Lhasa, Tibet
• Altitude from 3600-3700m

 

We will pick you up from your hotel in the morning at 08:00, then driving about 2 hours along the open valleys and  Yurlung Tsangpo River, finally we will reach the Samye Monastery at the bank of Yurlung Tsangpo River and Yumbulhakang at the other side.

Samye Monastery  is Tibet’s oldest monastery, boasting over 1200 years of history. Nestled in a scenic valley, Samye is an important pilgrimage location shaped like a mandala. After visiting Samye, drive down through Tsetang to the Yarlung Valley and the Yurlung Tsangpo river and visit Yumbulakhang, a historic palace perched atop a craggy hill. Then we will drive back to Lhasa.

 

Tour Prices:

Note: The above price is based on per person.
This Price includes:

• Private Vehicle for day trip  starts/ends your hotel in Lhasa
• Experienced Tibetan driver
• Gas, road tolls
• Tibetan English speaking guide
• Guide and driver’s expenses for the day
• Entrance ticket
• Travel Company Liability Insurance

This price does not include:

• Your food (B/L/D)
• Accommodation in Lhasa
• Tips for guide and driver