Beijing to Lhasa Tour
Date of Departure
Trip Information
Duration
16 days
Max Altitude
Tanggula Pass (5,072 m)
Difficulty
Easy
Starts from
Beijing
Trips Ends at
Beijing
Activity
Explore China’s iconic cities: Beijing, Shanghai, Chengdu, and Xian,
Travel through the Forbidden City, the Great Wall, and the Giant Panda Reserve
Experience the fastest and highest rail journeys in the world
Travel on the Bullet Train, Beijing–Shanghai, and the Tibet Sky Train, Lhasa–Xian
Discover Tibet’s spiritual treasures,
Visit the Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, and Yamdrok Tso Lake
Witness the breathtaking landscapes of the Himalayas and Qinghai Plateau
Enjoy a 16-day adventure combining history, culture, modernity, and high-altitude exploration
Beijing to Lhasa Tour Overview
China Tibet Tour is one such journey where you become a part of a story, a story dipped in history, sprinkled with adventure, and coated with excitement. It is said that often the journey is more important than the destination because journeys create memories. And those memories are remembered all through our lives. We often forget the destination, but remember the travel.
As you get to see some of the most famous sites of the region as part of the itinerary, you realize the beauty of the place. And you can board the fastest and highest railways in the world. Catch the speeding Bullet Train from Beijing to Shanghai before gliding through the Himalaya on the Tibet Sky Train from Lhasa to Xian. The Great Rail Journey is not just for train enthusiasts, but for anyone who wants an adventure!
From the Forbidden City and Great Wall, you board the first class in the Bullet Train, which will take you to ultra-modern Shanghai, and then you move on to a Giant Panda reserve and the historic city of Chengdu. Next, you fly to the roof of the world in Lhasa Valley and visit the famous Potala Palace, the Jokhang, and many other highlights, including Yamdrok Tso Lake, high in the Himalaya.
Then it is a non-stop adventure to the Qinghai Plateau, traveling on the highest railway in the world before arriving back in central China and the ancient capital of Xian. And as you stand for a breather, you realize that you had the opportunity of having two most exciting train journeys in the world. But all great journeys begin with a plan, and then you remember day 1 of your adventure.
Trip Outline
Day 01: Arrival in Beijing
Day 02: The Beautiful Beijing
Day 03: Explore Beijing and its surroundings
Day 04: Beijing: The Wonder of the Great Wall of China
Day 05: Beijing to Shanghai: A Speedy Journey
Day 06: Shanghai in its full glory
Day 07: Shanghai to Chengdu
Day 08: A day in Chengdu
Day 09: Chengdu to Lhasa
Day 10: The lovely Lhasa
Day 11: The beautiful Lhasa Yamdrok Tso Lake
Day 12: Lhasa - Up in the Sky Train
Day 13: Approaching Xian by Sky train
Day 14: Xian and its splendor
Day 15: Xian to Beijing
Day 16: The last leg: Beijing
Itinerary Detail
What is Included / Not Included
- Airport Pick-up and Drop
- Transportation as per itinerary (Train, Flight and/ Private Vehicle)
- Meals as per itinerary
- Accommodation as per itinerary
- Guide, and Driver
- Entry Fees to The Great Wall
- Permit
- All Taxes
Himalayan Trekkers promises to manage the best, most comfortable, and preferred accommodation. Generally, in cities like Beijing, Lhasa, Xian, and Shanghai, we arrange basic three-star facilities. If available, you can opt for a more budget-friendly option or upgrade to a more luxurious hotel by paying a little extra.
Meals
Breakfast is usually included with your B&B Accommodation within the cost that is evident. For other meals in the city, you would have to pay separately. Often in the cities, you can choose from many different cuisines and varied food services. We can always help you find the right place to fit your taste.
On top of that, Himalayan Trekkers also organizes Welcome and Farewell Dinners as a symbol of warm greetings. Please go through the detailed itinerary for more information. We are always there to help you travel to your heart’s content.
