Xi'an to Tibet Tour

• Terracotta Warriors and Horses--Da Ci'en Temple--Big Wild Goose Pagoda--Grand Tang Dynasty Ever Bright City

• 4+ star hotels

We will drive about 40 kilometers to the world-famous Terracotta Warriors and Horses. These Terracotta Warriors were built by China's first emperor, Qin Shi Huang, to protect him in the afterlife. Over 8,000 life-size terracotta figurines, horses and chariots were buried underground for over 2,000 years until they were discovered in 1974. 

Standing in front of these spectacular statues, you will be awed by the ambition of Emperor Qin Shi Huang and the skill of ancient Chinese artisans. 

Before visiting the Terracotta Warriors Museum, you will also have the opportunity to experience traditional culture by making a miniature Terracotta Warrior under the guidance of a local potter.

After lunch, we will return to downtown Xi'an and visit the Da Ci'en Temple. This temple was a famous translation site of Buddhist scriptures during the Tang Dynasty. The temple has a 64.5-meter-high pagoda, the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, which was built by the Buddhist master Xuanzang to preserve the scriptures he brought back from India. If you are interested, you can climb the Big Wild Goose Pagoda (extra charge applies) for a great view of the city. 

As night falls, we will take you to Grand Tang Dynasty Ever Bright City. It is a unique Tang Dynasty cultural theme imitation complex in China, where you can enjoy rich singing and dancing performances and charming night scenery.

• Xian Museum--Small Wild Goose Pagoda--Ancient City Wall--Flight to Tibet
  

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• Breakfast

  
  

In the morning we will visit Xian Museum and Small Wild Goose Pagoda . Items on display at the Xi'an Museum include Shaanxi history and culture, ceramics, bronzes, calligraphy and painting, and stone carvings. The most distinctive part is the Shaanxi history and culture area, which shows the historical changes and cultural inheritance of the Shaanxi region from ancient times to modern times.

Then we will go to the Ancient City Wall, which is the largest and best-preserved ancient city wall in China. You will pass through the Hanguang Gate, as if traveling back to the prosperous scenes on the ancient Silk Road. On the city wall, you can rent a bicycle (extra charge applies) for a leisurely ride and enjoy the panoramic view of modern Xi'an.

Then we will also take you to visit the bustling Muslim Quarter to taste the authentic local snacks and experience the different cultural atmosphere.
In the Afternoon, you will take a flight from Xi'an to Tibet. Your tour guide will wait for you at the airport and help you to transfer to the hotel.

• Norbulingka Park--Drepung Monastery

• 4+stars Hotel

• Breakfast

  
  

After breakfast, we will embark on a new journey with our first stop at Norbulingka Park - known as the Summer Palace of the Dalai Lama. When summer arrives, the Dalai Lama moves from the Potala Palace to the Lopblingka office.

Continuing westward for about 5 kilometers you will arrive at the Drepung Monastery. As the Dalai Lama's school, it occupies a pivotal position in the history of Tibetan Buddhism, along the way, you can see the towering temples and churches, like a long scroll of history slowly unfolded in front of us. In its heyday, more than 10,000 monks studied here.  

On festive occasions, the monastery organizes grand Buddhist ceremonies, the most spectacular being the annual presentation of the Buddha statue at the Songtung Festival.

• Lhasa--Yamdrok Lake--No. 1/No. 3 Observation Deck-- Xiazhulin Temple

• 4+stars Hotel

• Breakfast

Yamdrok Lake: Yamdrok Lake is one of the most stunning high-altitude lakes in the world. Situated at over 4,400 meters above sea level, the lake is known for its vivid 

turquoise waters, surrounded by snow-capped mountains and rolling hills. It's a sacred site in Tibetan Buddhism, with pilgrims often visiting to offer prayers and make 

ritual circumambulations. Shaped roughly like a Chinese character, this beautiful lake is the perfect place to visit for those that admire the stunning beauty of Tibet's 

natural landscape.

No. 1/No. 3 Observation Deck: No. 1 Observation Deck-The most visited classic observation deck, it is the highest point overlooking Yamdrok Lake, where you can see 

the winding lakeshore and the snow-capped mountains in the distance. No. 3 Observation Deck-Overlooking the snow-capped mountains from afar, you can get close 

to Yamdrok Lake, which is where most of the aquatic birds in Tibet live. This is where these water birds gather and you can interact with them.

Xiazhulin Temple: Xiazhulin Temple is is located on a hill in Gangdui Town, Gongga County, 22 kilometers away from Gongga County. It belongs to the Gelug sect of 

Tibetan Buddhism. Compared with other popular ancient temples, it is smaller and quieter. With an altitude of 3200m, Xiazhulin Temple is the best spot to view the 

Yarlung Zangbo River (the Brahmaputra River), which is one of the longest rivers in Asia, spanning about 2,900 km. Tibetans consider the Yarlung Zangbo River to be 

a holy river. Xiazhulin Temple is also famous for the body of the auspicious goddess that it enshrines. This Buddha statue is a 12-year-old girl who passed away. After 

her death, her body naturally shrank to only one cubit high, showing the sitting posture of Tara. As time passed, she still sat quietly on the top of the Xie Zhulin Temple, 

guarding this sacred land.

(Note: This section includes hiking, guests who are worried about plateau reaction can choose to rest in the car, while those who want to challenge themselves can continue to go forward)

Good to Know

1. April to November is the best time to visit Yamdrok Lake. August is the rainy season in Tibet.

2. Tibetans don't fish, bathe or swim in the holy lake. Remember to respect the local customs when you visit the lake.

3. Please note that the temperature difference between the morning and evening in Tibet. The daytime ultraviolet ray is strong meanwhile the scenic area temperature is low. Please be sure to bring sunscreen, sunglasses, hats and warm clothing.