Lake Yamdrok is one of the three largest sacred lakes in Tibet. It is over 72 km long. The lake is surrounded by many snow-capped mountains and is fed by numerous small streams. The lake does have an outlet stream at its far western end.
Around 90 km to the west of the lake lies the Tibetan town of Gyantse and Lhasa is a hundred km to the northeast. According to local mythology, Yamdok Yumtso Lake is the transformation of a goddess.
Inclusion
Private car/coach for transfers service and sightseeing program.
Local English-speaking tour guide for transfer and sightseeing program.
Entrance fees to scenic spots as indicated in the itinerary.
Meals as specified in the itinerary.
Parking fee & toll fee wherever applicable.
Exclusion
Personal expenses such as drinks, optional activities, etc.
Gratuities to the tour guide & driver.
Hours of operation
Available: Daily
Tour Departs: Pick up around 9:00am.
Duration
Approximately 8 hours.
Location
Your private English-speaking guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel around 9:00am.
Itinerary
Drive about 1.5 hours to Lake Yamdrok - one of the three holy lakes in Tibet and with breathtaking view. You will enjoy an awesome picnic lunch by the lake side, with sandwiches, instant coffee and fresh fruits.
End the tour and transfer you to the hotel.
During today's tour, a Chinese cultural shop visit is organized.
Redemption instructions
Guest must present voucher to driver in exchange for services.
Location
Your private English-speaking guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel around 9:00am.
Itinerary
Drive about 1.5 hours to Lake Yamdrok - one of the three holy lakes in Tibet and with breathtaking view. You will enjoy an awesome picnic lunch by the lake side, with sandwiches, instant coffee and fresh fruits.
End the tour and transfer you to the hotel.
During today's tour, a Chinese cultural shop visit is organized.
Redemption instructions
Guest must present voucher to driver in exchange for services.
Policies
*Please note: A valid Tibet entrance permit is required if you would like to take this tour. Obtaining a Tibet entrance permit may costs extra charges. Please consult us for more details.
Tour requires a minimum of 2 people to operate.
Complete information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, will be included on your Confirmation Voucher.
All information requested must be supplied or booking is subject to automatic cancellation
Highlights / General details
Lake Yamdrok is one of the three largest sacred lakes in Tibet. It is over 72 km long. The lake is surrounded by many snow-capped mountains and is fed by numerous small streams. The lake does have an outlet stream at its far western end. Around 90 km to the west of the lake lies the Tibetan town of Gyantse and Lhasa is a hundred km to the northeast. According to local mythology, Yamdok Yumtso Lake is the transformation of a goddess.
Inclusion
Private car/coach for transfers service and sightseeing program. Local English-speaking tour guide for transfer and sightseeing program. Entrance fees to scenic spots as indicated in the itinerary. Meals as specified in the itinerary. Parking fee & toll fee wherever applicable.
Exclusion
Personal expenses such as drinks, optional activities, etc. Gratuities to the tour guide & driver.
Hours of operation
Available: Daily Tour Departs: Pick up around 9:00am.
Duration
Approximately 8 hours.
Location Your private English-speaking guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel around 9:00am.
Itinerary Drive about 1.5 hours to Lake Yamdrok - one of the three holy lakes in Tibet and with breathtaking view. You will enjoy an awesome picnic lunch by the lake side, with sandwiches, instant coffee and fresh fruits. End the tour and transfer you to the hotel. During today's tour, a Chinese cultural shop visit is organized.
Redemption instructions Guest must present voucher to driver in exchange for services.
Location
Your private English-speaking guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel around 9:00am.
Itinerary Drive about 1.5 hours to Lake Yamdrok - one of the three holy lakes in Tibet and with breathtaking view. You will enjoy an awesome picnic lunch by the lake side, with sandwiches, instant coffee and fresh fruits. End the tour and transfer you to the hotel. During today's tour, a Chinese cultural shop visit is organized.
Redemption instructions Guest must present voucher to driver in exchange for services.
Policies *Please note: A valid Tibet entrance permit is required if you would like to take this tour. Obtaining a Tibet entrance permit may costs extra charges. Please consult us for more details. Tour requires a minimum of 2 people to operate. Complete information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, will be included on your Confirmation Voucher.
All information requested must be supplied or booking is subject to automatic cancellation
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