Panorama Namtso, Mount Everest, Xizang, 11 days and 10 nights

Linzhi Basongcuo (Holy Lake of the Red Religion) Linla Expressway Lhasa

[Travel Overview]:
After breakfast, arrive at the famous Red Church holy lake, Basongcuo. The shape of the lake is like a crescent moon embedded in high mountains and deep valleys, and the water is so clear that you can see groups of fish swimming two or three meters below. Surrounded by lush green mountains, the mountaintop is covered with snow that never melts throughout the year. The snow capped mountains by the lake and the snow capped mountains reflected on the surface of the lake intertwine and stretch endlessly, creating a magnificent sight! On Zaxi Island in the lake, there is a Nyingma sect (Red Sect) temple called Cuozong Gongba Temple, which is said to have been built in the late Tang Dynasty and has a unique Gongbu style. It combines primitive worship with Tibetan Buddhist beliefs.
Afterwards, stopping on the Tang Fan Ancient Road, it was as if one could once again see the magnificent procession of Princess Wencheng when she entered Tibet, returning to Lhasa along the "Tang Fan Ancient Road" in infinite nostalgia, and enjoying the beautiful natural scenery of the Niyang River Valley along the way.

Lhasa city (Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, Barkhor Street)

[Travel Overview]:
After breakfast, visit the Potala Palace, which stands at an altitude of over 3700 meters and is built along the Red Mountain (117 meters high, 13 floors in total, and over 360 meters long from east to west). Potala "is the transliteration of Putuo Luo, which means the palace where Bodhisattvas reside. It is a building integrating palaces, temples and stupas. It is also the ruling power center of the integration of politics and religion in old Xizang. It is divided into the Red Palace and the White House. The Red Palace is the spiritual tower hall and various Buddhist temples of successive Dalai Lamas;
Jokhang Temple, also known as "Zulakang", means scripture hall in Tibetan. It has a history of 1350 years and is the oldest temple in Lhasa. It is still a highly regarded central temple in the entire Tibetan region today. The temple houses a gilded statue of Shakyamuni Buddha at the age of 12, as well as statues of Songtsen Gampo, Princess Wencheng, and Princess Chizun. After visiting the Jokhang Temple, you can feel the scene of Tibetan people lighting butter lamps and circling around Bajiao Street. The entire Bajiao Street is filled with the sound of the six character mantra "Om Mani Bami", which is magnificent and spectacular! After visiting the Jokhang Temple, you can freely stroll around the more than 1300 year old Barkhor Street. Although it has gone through many vicissitudes, the old city style here is still intact, and the city life of Lhasa can be seen here at a glance.

Warm reminder:
(1) Visiting the Potala Palace requires an appointment, and the specific visit time will be approved by the Potala Palace Management Office. Therefore, the itinerary for the day will be arranged according to the visit time of the Potala Palace and the order of sightseeing spots.
(2) During the peak tourist season, the visit time to the Potala Palace is randomly allocated by the management office through a computer, divided into route 1 or route 2, based on the designated tour route for the day.
(3) When visiting, all taboos of Tibetan Buddhism must be followed, such as not wearing hats, not wearing skirts, not taking photos (referring to taking some "outdoor scenes" outside the palace after entering), not stepping on thresholds, etc. All tourists are required to complete the visit within 1 hour, so please follow the tour guide closely inside the palace. The palace is relatively high, so you need to walk slowly up and down; It's chilly inside the hall, so it's best to prepare a coat even in summer.
（4）. Visiting the Potala Palace requires security checks. Items such as knives, lighters, liquids, and gases cannot be brought in and must be placed in the hotel or car in advance.

Lhasa - Yangzhuoyongcuo (one of the three holy lakes) - Karura Glacier - Baiju Temple - Shigatse

[Travel Overview]:
After breakfast, climb over the 4990 meter high Gangbala Pass along the Panshan Highway and arrive at the world's highest freshwater lake - the Yangzhuoyongcuo Observation Deck. Take a panoramic photo of Yangzhuoyongcuo at the mountaintop. The deep blue lake water blends seamlessly with the sky, making it difficult to distinguish whether the sky is bluer or the lake is bluer. The lake has an elevation of 4441 meters, a shoreline of 250 kilometers, and an area of 638 square kilometers. The lake water is as clear as sheep fat, with a sweet taste that can be consumed directly. The deep blue lake water blends seamlessly with the distant snow capped mountains, along with colorful mountain ranges on both sides, distinctive Tibetan villages, and scattered cattle and sheep, creating a stunning painting. Then go down to the lakeside of Yanghu Lake and have an intimate encounter with the holy lake, taking photos to your heart's content.
Having lunch at Langkazi and admiring the Karura Glacier on the way, it is like a sleeping ice beauty, crystal clear and blue, a great work of art carved by time. After passing through the heroic city of Jiangzi, visit the Baiju Temple, which is a Tibetan Buddhist temple where the Sakya, Shalu, and Gelug schools coexist. It was built in the second year of Xuande reign of Emperor Xuanzong of the Ming Dynasty (1427) and took 10 years to complete. It is a typical Tibetan Buddhist temple architecture that combines towers and temples. There are temples in the tower and towers in the temple, and the temple towers are naturally formed and complement each other. Its architecture fully represents the typical style of temple architecture in Tibet from the late 13th century to the mid-15th century. Arriving at the important town of Shigatse in Tibet (3800 meters above sea level).

Warm reminder:
1. On the day of the trip, we will cross the 4990 meter Gangbala Mountain. The wind at the mountain pass is strong, so please prepare thick clothes to avoid catching a cold from the wind.
2. There are local Tibetan people selling goods near the scenic area, please be cautious when negotiating prices.
3. Special attention should be paid to the yaks or Tibetan Mastiffs in various scenic spots. If you want to take photos, you can negotiate the price with the animal owner. Generally, it is 10 yuan in the off-season and 20 yuan in the peak season. You must not secretly take photos. If the owner discovers it, they will pester and demand high fees, and the consequences will be borne by themselves. If you need to ride a yak and take photos, please inform us of the price in advance!

Shigatse Lazi Jiacuola Mountain Everest Base Camp Zaxi Zong/Dingri

[Travel Overview]:
After breakfast, drive to the world's highest peak, Mount Everest, and pass by the stone monument at 5000 kilometers of National Highway 318 to check in. Then, pass by the north gate of Mount Everest, Mount Jiacuola, and hang a prayer flag to pray for friends and family. Appreciate the unique natural scenery of Houcang along the way, transfer to the scenic area environmental protection car in Zhaxigang Township and enter the 'Everest Base Camp' to experience the shock of Mount Everest and receive the baptism of the soul. Mount Qomolangma, which means Holy Mother in Tibetan, is 8848.43 meters above sea level. It is the main peak of the the Himalayas and is known as the top of the earth! This is a place where souls can be placed! The summit is covered in snow all year round, with glaciers hanging in the distance, and the silver peak towering high, creating a sacred scene.
In the evening, you can enjoy the sunset over Mount Everest, and at night, you can admire the stars. The starry sky seems to be within reach, and the dazzling stars will create an unforgettable night on Mount Everest for you.

Warm reminder:
(1) Today we have to climb over a snow capped mountain of over 5200 meters, so be sure to take good measures to keep warm and avoid catching a cold.
(2) Generally, there are prayer flags and white pagodas at high mountain passes. Prayer flags and white pagodas are sacred objects of the Tibetan people, and one must not step on or cross them. When encountering prayer flags, one must crawl through them from below. You must not stand on the White Pagoda to take photos. Please respect the local customs.
(3) Mount Everest Base Camp has a high altitude and a cold climate, so it is necessary to prepare thick clothes. Staying at a fixed day or Basong Village homestay in the evening, the conditions cannot be compared to hotels in mainland China. We apologize for any inconvenience caused.

Fixed Day - Jiawula Mountain - Shigatse

[Travel Overview]:
Get up early to shoot the sunrise of Mount Everest, and then drive through the Gawula Mountain Observation Deck, which is the only observation deck in the world where you can see five 8000 meter snow capped peaks (from left to right: Mount Makaru, Mount Lozi, Mount Everest, Mount Zhuooyou, and Mount Xixiabangma).
Afterwards, drive ahead to check into a hotel in Hanke.

Shigatse Tashilhunpo Monastery (where Panchen Lama resided throughout history) - Lhasa

[Travel Overview]:
After breakfast, visit the political and religious center of Houzang - Tashilhunpo Monastery, which has also been the residence of successive Panchen Lamas, meaning "Jixiang Sumeru Monastery", and is the largest temple in the Houzang region. It, along with the "three major monasteries" Ganden Monastery, Sera Monastery, and Drepung Monastery in Lhasa, is collectively known as the "four major monasteries" of the Gelug sect of Tibetan Buddhism. The temple was built in 1447 and houses the world's largest indoor bronze statue of Qiangba, which is 26 meters high. Visitors can visit the stupa halls of the 10th Panchen Lama, the 4th Panchen Lama, and the 5th to 9th Panchen Lama in sequence. Afterwards, return to Lhasa along the Lhasa Expressway.

Warm reminder:
(1) The driving time on that day is relatively long, and it may not be possible to have meals on time. Please prepare snacks in advance and replenish energy in a timely manner.
(2) Please prepare thick clothes to avoid catching a cold from the wind.

Lhasa Nagenla Mountain Namtso Northern Tibetan Grassland Lhasa

[Travel Overview]:
After breakfast, you will arrive in Dangxiong, and then climb [Nagenla Mountain] (5190 meters above sea level) to Tianhu Lake, one of the three holy lakes in Xizang - [Namco]. It is the highest holy lake in the world, with an altitude of 4718 meters and an area of approximately 1920 square kilometers. Looking at the holy lake from afar, the water and sky merge into one color, the blue sky blends seamlessly with the blue lake, and the islands in Namtso Lake are scattered and varied. Standing on the Zhaxi Peninsula, with continuous snow capped mountains in the distance, the vast grasslands of northern Tibet in front of us, colorful prayer flags fluttering in the wind, and the ripples on the lake surface, it is beautiful and stunning. Why not take a group photo and pose in various shapes to commemorate. Then drive back to Lhasa, where you can enjoy the scenery of Xizang, the snow capped mountains and the blue sky. Enjoy the scenery of the grasslands in northern Tibet along the way and return to Lhasa.

Warm reminder:
1. Namtso has a low temperature, please pay attention to keeping warm. If you stay outdoors for a long time, please prepare a sun hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen.
2. The scenery of Namtso is spectacular, with a sea like aura, and it looks even more magnificent against the backdrop of snow capped mountains. It is recommended to wear bright clothes or a colorful scarf for better photo effects.

Lhasa - Train/Airport Delivery - Various Places

Breakfast: the hotel includes brunch: please take care of your own dinner: please take care of your own ----- after breakfast, see off the plane/station at the right time according to the flight/train time, and end the pleasant trip to Xizang!

Warm reminder:
Please check all your luggage and belongings before checking out to avoid any omissions.