9-Day Tour of Shannan and Surrounding Areas: The Ultimate Pitfall Avoidance Guide is Here!
Dear friends! This 9-day Shannan tour guide is absolutely amazing! Check in at Yamdrok Lake, Mount Everest, and Lake Manasarovar; explore Tashilhunpo Monastery and the ancient Guge Kingdom; hike around Mount Kailash; enjoy Tibetan costume photoshoots at the Potala Palace and aerial shots of Yamdrok Lake—all arranged with worry-free pick-up and drop-off service throughout. Save this now!
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Exciting details revealed below, scroll down to discover more ↓
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🌟 Itinerary:
This trip is packed with activities, allowing you to visit many attractions within a limited time~
Day 1: Depart from Lhasa, visit Yamdrok Lake✨ and Karola Glacier❄️, pass by Manla Reservoir, arrive in Shigatse (overnight in Shigatse)
Day 2: Explore Tashilhunpo Monastery🗼 in Shigatse, cross the 5000 km mark on National Highway 318, pass through Gyatso La and Gaula Pass, arrive at Everest Base Camp🏔️, overnight in Basong Village
Day 3-4: Depart from Basong Village, pass by Peiku Tso💧 and Shishapangma Peak to Saga; if not doing the kora, visit Lake Manasarovar and Lake Rakshastal, overnight in Tarqen; if doing the kora, continue to Zhile Monastery (overnight at Zhile Monastery)
Day 5: If not doing the kora, explore Mount Kailash⛰️, Zanda Earth Forest, and the Guge Kingdom🏰, return to Tarqen; if doing the kora, hike back from Zhile Monastery to Tarqen (overnight in Tarqen)
Day 6-7: Depart from Tarqen, cross Gongzhucuo and Maquan River Wetland Park🌿 to Saga, then explore Dagejia Springs and the many lake wonders💦, arrive at Wenbunan Village (overnight in Wenbunan Village)
Day 8-9: Depart from Wenbunan Village, pass by Duocuo, Sky Tree, and Bird Island🐦, arrive at Gaxiong Village/Baoji; finally head to the Sacred Elephant Gate🗿, cross Nalagen Pass, and return to Lhasa via Nyenchen Tanglha Mountains (overnight in Lhasa at your own arrangement). Don’t miss the Potala Palace Tibetan costume photoshoot + Yamdrok Lake aerial shots~
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Attractions to Visit:
🌊 Yamdrok Lake 🌟🌟🌟🌟
Address: Provincial Road 307, Gongga County, Shannan City, Tibet Autonomous Region
⏰ Opening Hours: 08:00-18:00
⏳ Recommended Visit Duration: 1-3 hours
A paradise for water birds in southern Tibet🐦, the lake is like a mirror with scattered islands, breathtakingly beautiful!
⛰️ Mount Everest Scenic Area 🌟🌟🌟🌟
Address: Intersection of National Highway 318 and Everest Road, Dingri County, Shigatse City
⏰ Opening Hours: Open all day
⏳ Recommended Visit Duration: 1 day
Climb to the viewing platform🌄 to enjoy the sunrise and panoramic views of surrounding mountains—truly stunning!
🏕️ Everest Base Camp 🌟🌟🌟🌟
Address: Everest Road, Dingri County, Shigatse City, Tibet Autonomous Region
⏰ Opening Hours: Open all day
⏳ Recommended Visit Duration: 1 day
A must-pass spot for climbers🧗, magnificent scenery with majestic Everest in full view—amazing!
🏔️ Mount Kailash 🌟🌟🌟🌟
Address: Mount Kailash Peak, Pulan County, Ngari Prefecture
⏰ Opening Hours: Unknown
⏳ Recommended Visit Duration: 1-2 days
A world-renowned sacred mountain⛰️, with distinct symmetrical walls, mysterious and spectacular!
🌊 Namtso Lake 🌟🌟🌟🌟
Address: Near Zhaxi Temple, Damxung County, Lhasa City
⏰ Opening Hours: March 16 - December 31, 09:30-18:00
⏳ Recommended Visit Duration: 1-2 days
One of Tibet’s sacred lakes🌊, peaceful and serene with snow-capped mountains reflected in the water—breathtakingly beautiful!
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Must-Know Travel Tips: 👇
1️⃣ December in Shannan has a large temperature difference between day and night🌡️. The sun is warm during the day, but you’ll need a down jacket + scarf🧣 in the early morning and evening. Don’t forget your warm gear!
2️⃣ It’s recommended to book a car from the airport to the city🚗. The snowy mountains and grasslands along the way are very healing. Remember to bring motion sickness medicine💊 as the mountain roads are winding.
3️⃣ For photos at Yamdrok Lake, choose the viewing platform📸. Wear bright-colored jackets for better shots. It’s windy, so tie your hair👩🦰!
4️⃣ When visiting Tibetan monasteries, walk clockwise➡️. Photography inside the halls is prohibited🚫. Respecting local customs is very important!
5️⃣ The ultraviolet rays on the plateau are extremely strong☀️. Sunglasses + sunscreen + hat are a must to avoid getting sunburned quickly🥵!
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A wonderful journey is about to begin. Tap the card below to start your exciting trip now~