The Sacred Tibetan Plateau
Overview
📅 3-10 August 2026⛰️ The Sacred Plateau of Tibet: Pilgrimage on the Roof of the World ⛰️
Journey by sleeper train from Chengdu across the vast Tibetan Plateau, slowly ascending to the Roof of the World, where high plains and snow-crowned mountains reveal a sacred landscape shaped by centuries of pilgrimage, prayer, and Buddhist devotion. In Lhasa, the spiritual heart of Tibet, we bow at the revered Jokhang Temple, walk with pilgrims along the Barkhor circuit, stand before the majestic Potala Palace, and visit the great monastic universities of Drepung and Sera. Our journey concludes at the turquoise waters of sacred Yamdrok Lake, where the immense sky meets the high plateau, and the spirit of Tibet can be felt in its profound stillness.
Itinerary
JOURNEY ACROSS THE TIBETAN PLATEAU
Continue the scenic rail journey toward Tibet
Watch the dramatic transformation of landscapes
Spend overnight on the train
ARRIVAL IN LHASA – ACCLIMITIZATION
Arrive at Lhasa Railway Station
Rest and acclimatize to Lhasa’s high altitude (3,650 meters above sea level)
Have lunch and dinner at local restaurants
JOKHANG TEMPLE, BARKHOR PILGRIMAGE CIRCUIT & RAMOCHE TEMPLE
Visit the sacred Jokhang Temple, the spiritual heart of Tibet
Walk the Barkhor pilgrimage circuit surrounding the temple
Continue to Ramoche Temple, known as the “sister temple” of Jokhang
POTALA PALACE, LUKHANG PARK & ANI TSANGKUK NUNNERY
Visit the majestic Potala Palace
Explore the peaceful Lukhang Park
End the day at Ani Tsangkuk Nunnery
DREPUNG MONASTERY & SERA MONASTERY
Visit Drepung Monastery
Continue to Sera Monastery
Lunch and dinner will be served at the local restaurants
SACRED YAMDROK LAKE
Travel to Yamdrok Lake and enjoy its breathtaking panoramic views
Return to Lhasa in the evening
DEPARTURE FROM LHASA
Transfer to Lhasa Airport for your onward flight from Tibet
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