6 Days Essence Tour for Tibet Culture in Qinghai and Gansu
Xining - Kumbum - Qinghai Lake - Labrang - Lanzhou
6-day Tibet culture essence tour across Qinghai and Gansu: Xining, Kumbum Monastery, Labrang, Qinghai Lake, and Tibetan monasteries.
Duration
8Days
Group Size
16
Max Altitude
2500
Best Time
May to Sept.
Itinerary
Arrive in Xining. Visit Dongguan Mosque. Overnight Xining.
Meal: D
Accommodation: Xining
Visit Kumbum Monastery, the birthplace of Tsongkhapa. See the famous butter sculptures. Overnight Xining.
Meal: B,L
Accommodation: Xining
Drive to Qinghai Lake, visit the lake shore and Tibetan nomad camps. Overnight Qinghai Lake.
Meal: B,L
Accommodation: Qinghai Lake
Drive to Xiahe (Labrang) via Linxia. Overnight Xiahe.
Meal: B,L
Accommodation: Xiahe
Full day at Labrang Monastery: visit the grand sutra hall, gold-roofed temples, and walk the 3km kora. Overnight Xiahe.
Meal: B,L
Accommodation: Xiahe
Drive to Lanzhou (about 3 hours). Visit Yellow River Iron Bridge. Transfer to airport. Tour ends.
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What's Included
- Tibet travel permit
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Private vehicle
- All accommodation
- All entrance tickets
- Breakfast + lunch
What's Not Included
- International/domestic flights
- Tibet visa fee
- Train tickets (unless specified)
- Tips
- Dinner
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
Tour Price
From $648 per person (twin share). Single supplement $85.
* Contact us for custom departure dates and group discounts.
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