Tibetan Wonders
Journey through the landscapes of Yunnan, up onto the ‘roof of the world’, the Tibetan Plateau. Explore cultural treasures in Lhasa, Gyantse and Shigatse, against a backdrop of soaring Himalayan peaks
- 09 May 2026 – 27 May 2026
from $8,780 pp twin share * - 31 May 2026 – 18 Jun 2026
from $8,780 pp twin share * - 05 Sep 2026 – 23 Sep 2026
from $9,380 pp twin share * - 10 Oct 2026 – 28 Oct 2026
from $8,780 pp twin share * - 10 Apr 2027 – 28 Apr 2027
from $9,680 pp twin share * - 08 May 2027 – 26 May 2027
from $9,680 pp twin share * - 29 May 2027 – 16 Jun 2027
from $9,680 pp twin share * - 21 Aug 2027 – 08 Sep 2027
from $9,680 pp twin share * - 04 Sep 2027 – 22 Sep 2027
from $9,680 pp twin share * - 09 Oct 2027 – 27 Oct 2027
from $9,680 pp twin share *
* Prices and category availability are subject to change without notice.
Itinerary
- Days 1-2 – Fly overnight to Kunming:
Fly overnight to the relaxed city of Kunming, also known as the ‘City of Eternal Spring’. - Day 3 – Discover the Stone Forest:
This morning, meander through the formations of the UNESCO-listed Stone Forest and visit the Western Hills. Return to Kunming and tuck into local delicacy ‘Across the Bridge’ noodles for dinner. - Day 4 – Travel to Dali:
Drive to Dali, a charming town that offers a peek into bygone China. Wander the ancient quarter and see the magnificent Three Pagodas. - Day 5 – Taoist Mountain:
Weibaoshan is one of the Taoist religion’s most sacred mountains and has twenty temples dotted on its forested slopes. Take a scenic walk and discover a handful of these temples. - Day 6 – Shaxi Ancient Town:
Drive to Shaxi ancient town, nestled deep in the Himalayan foothills. Learn about the fascinating minority people who live in the area and enjoy a local lunch. Continue to Lijiang and spend the evening wandering the old town. - Day 7 – Jade Dragon Snow Mountain:
A magnificent mountain, the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain soars to 5,500 metres. Taking a cable car, explore one of the stunning high meadows and enjoy the amazing vistas. Admire the fascinating Ming Dynasty frescoes at Baisha and see the intricate creations of the embroidery school. Next, meet a Shaman who will teach you to write the forgotten language of Dongba Pictograms. - Day 8 – Tiger Leaping Gorge:
Visit Black Dragon Pool Park for magnificent views of the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. Journey to the 3,000-metre-deep Tiger Leaping Gorge. With its backdrop of snow-capped mountains, it is one of China’s most extraordinary sights. Continue to the Tibetan monastery town of Zhongdian, also known as Shangri-La. Visit Dafo Temple and spend some free time exploring the old town. - Day 9 – Rural Shangri-La:
Visit Songzanlin Monastery before hiking 2-3 hours to Napa Hai. Here you are surrounded by towering mountains and lush grasslands brimming with flora and fauna. Next, visit a rural Tibetan-style village where you will learn about the villagers’ way of life, make butter tea and taste home-cooked dishes. - Day 10 – Mystical Lhasa:
Fly to Lhasa, the heart and soul of Tibet. The afternoon is free to relax and acclimatise to the altitude. - Day 11 – Jokhang Temple & Barkhor Circuit:
Wander around the Barkhor Circuit to see traditionally dressed locals, stalls of religious trinkets and prostrating pilgrims. Inside the Jokhang Temple, the devotion is palpable as queues of people worship in the flickering light of yak butter candles. There will also be a visit to Sera Monastery, one of the three great monasteries of Tibet, to witness the debating monks. Tonight, enjoy a Tibetan dinner and dance. - Day 12 – Potala Palace:
The Potala Palace is an architectural wonder, towering over the city. The former winter palace of the Dalai Lama, it houses thousands of rooms filled with old treasures. Next, explore Norbulingka, the summer residence of the Dalai Lama, set in parkland just outside the city. - Day 13 – Gampala Pass:
Travel across Tibet’s dramatic plains to the town of Gyantse. Journey over the Gampala Pass, stopping to take in sweeping views of Yamdrok Lake and the towering Karola Glacier. - Day 14 – Gyantse Kumbum:
Explore Gyantse Kumbum located inside the Pelkor Monastery. Visit a traditional folk house for some home brewed ‘chang’. Visit Dzong Castle then drive to Shigatse. - Day 15 – Shigatse:
Dominated by a fort reminiscent of the Potala, Shigatse is Tibet’s second city and the traditional seat of the Panchen Lama. Visit Tashilhunpo Monastery and join the pilgrims on their evening ‘kora’ of the monastery. Enjoy some free time to explore the local markets. - Day 16 – Return to Lhasa:
Return to Lhasa for an evening free at your own leisure. - Day 17 – Chengdu:
Fly to Chengdu in Sichuan Province. - Day 18 – Chengdu Panda Reserve:
Visit Chengdu’s famous Panda Conservation Centre, stroll around People’s Park, see Matchmaker’s Corner and stop by a traditional teahouse. In the evening, enjoy Sichuanese cuisine followed by an option to see a ‘facechanging’ show. - Days 19-20 – Fly Chengdu to Australia:
Fly to Australia, arriving home the same of following day.
Highlights
- Journey to the ‘roof of the world’ and explore Lhasa’s sacred temples.
- Discover ancient Tibetan towns and soak up the mystical atmosphere.
- Cross the breathtaking Tibetan Plateau against a backdrop of Himalayan peaks.
Journey through the landscapes of Yunnan, up onto the ‘roof of the world’, the Tibetan Plateau. Explore cultural treasures in Lhasa, Gyantse and Shigatse, against a backdrop of soaring Himalayan peaks
Inclusions
- Journey to Shangri-La.
- Discover Shaxi ancient town.
- Soak up mystical Lhasa.
- Explore Tibet’s temples.
- Cross the Tibetan Plateau.
- See Karola Glacier.
FAQs
- Jinjiang Hotel
- Landscape Hotel
- Lijiang Wangfu Hotel
- Shangri-laMao Yuan Hotel
- Metropolo Hotels
- Shiga Yangcha Grand Hotel
- Yeti Hotel
- Xin Liang Hotel
How long is this journey?
This itinerary runs for 20 days and 17 nights.
When can I travel?
Departures are currently scheduled between 09 May 2026 and 27 Oct 2027, subject to live availability.
Are there different departure options?
Yes, multiple departures may be available depending on your preferred travel period.
What is generally included?
Inclusions typically cover guided touring and selected experiences, with exact details listed in the itinerary.
What style of accommodation is used?
Accommodation is pre-arranged as part of the journey, with specific properties shown in the trip details.
Provided by: Wendy Wu ToursFine Print
Terms and conditions apply. Click here for more details.