Discovering Tibet's Culture: An Enriching Travel from Lhasa to Shannan
Latest Update: June,18 2024

Widely known as the source of Tibetan Civilization, Shannan Prefecture or Lhokha, is home to the earliest religious and royal sties in Tibetan history. Meanwhile, thanks to the fertile Yarlung Valley, formed by the Yarlung Tsangpo River, Shannan also has the earliest agricultural farmland in history and magnificent Yamdrok Lake.
Having a Tibet tour from Shannan would be a perfect initiation to have a bigger picture of the development of Tibetan Buddhism and culture. Join the 23rd tour group of May to have a glimpse of this classic Tibet cultural tour.
Enjoy Welcome Dinner in Lhasa

“First time to taste traditional Tibetan dishes, perfect!”
As a common practice of Tibet Vista’s tour, our clients can enjoy a splendid welcome dinner for free. Nutritious and tasty Tibetan dishes are with a blend of Tibetan, Nepalese, and Indian flavor and it’s easy for global tourist to get used to it. All the restaurants are handpicked with safety guarantee for the food.
Visit the First Tibetan Royal Palace--Yungbulakang Palace

Proudly dominating vast arable farmland, Yungbulakang Palace stands like a soaring fortress, guarding the idyllic Yarlung Valley. The long stair is a big challenge for the elderly.
The Earliest Farmland in Tibetan History

Pass Gampa-la Pass (4752m)

“Lovely Tibetan Mastiff”
As tourists tour Yamdrok Lake, they will reach the top of it, which is known as Gampa-la Pass and it’s a brilliant place to view the panorama of greenish-blue lake and take pictures with Tibetan mastiff.
Having Fun on Yak’s Back

The friendly and adorable yaks, with exquisitely-made ornaments can be seen every so often during your Tibet tour, and you can take pictures with them. Of course, their owners will charge you.
Visit Local Tibetan Nomads’ Family

“such a wonderful experience to visit nomad’s family”
To allow tourists to experience the daily life of Tibetan people, Tibet Vista would love to arrange tour group to visit local community or join their farm work. In this way, tourists can have a better understanding of authentic Tibetan life and the local community can also be benefited economically.
So if you’re ready to a Lifetime Tour to Tibet, our dedicated and professional teams are expecting you in Tibet! Please feel free to reach us, sharing your great ideas. We would like to offer the most useful Tibet tour advice, For Free!
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