The Best of Tibet
13 days from £3415 per person

Kathmandu | Lhasa | Gyantse | Shigatse | Tsedang | Kathmandu

This short tour includes seven nights visiting some of the most important temples and monasteries in Tibet. Begin with a few days in and around the Kathmandu before flying to Lhasa where there will be time to see the iconic Potala Palace and Barkhor Square. Drive between Gyantse, Shigatse and Tsetang, seeing the monasteries and ancient sites of each including the Samye Monastery. Although the drives between the destinations are long, the landscape of the Tibetan Plateau is dramatic, rugged and unlike anywhere else. This tour is ideal for those who want to see a fascinating ancient culture and everyday life for Tibetans and don't mind staying in some uninspiring hotels to do so. This tour of Tibet is purely a suggested itinerary. It can be booked as is or alternatively used as a starting point for creating your own perfect tailor made trip to Tibet.