Top Lhasa Full-day Tours

Travel with ease between two of Tibet’s top attractions on an 8-hour tour of Potala Palace and Jokhang Temple from Lhasa. Head first to Potala Palace  — World Heritage site and the highest palace in the world — and take a guided tour of the ornate Red and White palaces. See, too, the UNESCO-listed Jokhang Temple, a 7th-century structure that exemplifies Tibetan Buddhist architecture. Small-group tour limited to 12 people.

In this full-day tour from Lhasa you’ll visit cultural treasures at the Ganden Monastery, and experience amazing mountain scenery on the drive there. The 15th-century monastery is located at almost 12,500 feet (3800 metres) on Wangpori Mountain, so visiting is a good way to experience the Tibetan mountains without the strain of trekking in them!

See Lhasa's two main attractions on this 9-hour private tour to Potala Palace and Jokhang Temple. You'll learn about the area's rich history and see collections of artifacts with a private guide. Lunch is included.

Delve into Tibet’s renowned religious heritage on an 8-hour tour of Drepung Monastery and Sera Monastery from Lhasa. At your first stop, you’ll explore the caves, temples, and pagodas that comprise Drepung Monastery, only recently reopened to the public. Visit, too, Sera Monastery, a 13th-century complex famed for hosting passionate debates between novice and senior monks. Hotel pickup and drop-off in Lhasa are included.

Visit the sacred Samye Monastery on a day-long tour from Lhasa. Surrounded by stunning scenery, the site was the first Buddhist monastery to be built in Tibet. Learn about its lauded mandala design and admire a variety of Asian architectural styles as you explore with a guide. Admission fees are included, but Tibet travel permits are at your own expense and must be arranged with the local supplier 20 days before you travel.