Tour Features: The Namtso Lake is held as "the heavenly lake" or "the holy lake" in northern Tibet. By this one-day tour, you will have a chance to appreciate this mysterious lake. Besides, unique sceneries on the way is still worthy of watching, for example, the main peaks of Nyainqentanglha Range and Yangpachen thermal Hot Springs.
Day by Day Itinerary:
Day 1: Lhasa / Namtso / Lhasa (-/ L/ D)
Today you will appreciate the magic Namtso Lake. In the morning, drive to the Namtso Lake and visit this mysterious and beautiful lake. Lying at the foot of Nyainqentanglha Mountain, Namtso Lake covers an area of 1,940 square kilometers at an elevation of 4,718 meters. Its purity and solemnness are symbols of Qinghai-Tibet Plateau. In Tibetan, Namtso means 'Heavenly Lake'. It is considered one of the three holy lakes in Tibet. It is believed to be the second largest salt water lake in China and the salt water lake at the highest elevation in the world. Queer rocks, steep peaks, natural stone ladders and other landform wonders on Zhaxi byland present visitors a picture filled with mystery and enchantment. Besides, you can also see the main peaks of Nyainqentanglha Range in the distance. The natural pastureland around the lake, the snow-topped peaks and the blue sky compose a fantastic picture. Furthermore, you will pass the Yangpachen on the way. Yangpachen gains its fame from the abundant geothermic heat. Afterwards, go back to Lhasa in the everning.
Itinerary: B: Breakfast AB: American Breakfast L: Lunch D: Dinner SD: Special Dinner
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