Roof of the World

Highlights

Snow-capped peaks on the Tibetan plateau
Buddhist monasteries and fortresses
Strong cultural heritage

Day 1 - Lhasa - Tsedang (3,550m)
Arrival into the Tibetan capital, Lhasa, where you are met and driven overland to Tsedang, situated on the Brahmaputra River and regarded as Tibet's cradle of civilisation (D).
Tsedang Hotel (Deluxe Room)

Day 2 - Tsedang
Join devout Buddhist pilgrims as you cross the Brahmaputra River by traditional wooden boats to Samye Monastery, the oldest of all Tibet's monasteries, and in the afternoon the Yumbulagang Fort perched precariously on a hilltop south of Tsedang (B,L,D).
Tsedang Hotel (Deluxe Room)

Day 3 - Tsedang - Lhasa (3,600m)
Driving overland this morning stop en route to view 11th century Buddhist rock carvings before reaching the Tibetan capital and your hotel. This afternoon visit Norbulingka, the summer palace of the Dalai Lama, and the incorporated Tibetan Museum (B,L).
St. Regis (Grand Deluxe Room)

Days 4 - 5 - Lhasa
Two days to explore this surprising city. At its heart the Potala Palace, formerly the Dalai Lama's winter residence and seat of Tibetan government. Meet Tibetan nuns in the Ani Tsangku Nunnery before wandering through the old streets of the Tibetan Quarter to the Barkhor Bazaar and Jokhang Temple. A&K arranges privileged access to a monk's residence at the historic Drepung Monastery, once home to over 10,000 monks and the opportunity to see monks in heavy discussion at Sera Monastery. Complete the Tibetan experience with a chance to taste regional cuisine when you visit a local farmhouse (B,L).
St. Regis (Grand Deluxe Room)

Day 6 - Depart Lhasa
Transfer airport for departure flight (B).

*Flight not included

A&K Special Inclusions
A&K airport welcome, assistance with luggage and transportation by private chauffeur drive, complete with bottled water and cool towels - Your own uniformed A&K English speaking Tibetan guide conducts the sightseeing and is your key contact on the ground - Breakfast, lunch and one dinner - Chinese tea, local beer, soft drinks & bottled water where lunch is included.