5天西藏新年節慶之旅 - 體驗藏曆新年慶典

今天您將探索拉薩輝煌的建築、文化與歷史，隨後與當地人一同漫步於著名的八廓街，體驗藏族日常的轉經生活。

上午，您可以步行前往布達拉宮參觀。它不僅是西藏的地標，也是達賴喇嘛的傳統居所與冬宮（1649-1959年）。從布達拉宮大門拾級而上，爬過365個台階抵達紅宮，您將來到海拔3,700公尺的世界最高宮殿，並在此飽覽拉薩市的絕佳全景。當您探索紅宮內歷代達賴喇嘛的主要殿堂、禮拜堂與神龕時，定會為其精湛的繪畫、華麗的珠寶工藝、純熟的雕刻、色彩斑斕的裝飾以及寶藏背後的神秘故事所震撼與感動。在布達拉宮內，您會遇見許多從遠方而來、在此聖地祈禱的藏族朝聖者，對他們而言，這裡是畢生的朝聖目的地。您也可以請導遊講述更多關於西藏第33任贊普松贊干布的故事，他在7世紀為了迎娶唐朝文成公主而初建了布達拉宮。

請注意，參觀順序可能會根據布達拉宮門票上指定的參觀時間進行調整。所有遊客皆須隨團參觀，並在宮內停留1小時。請注意，宮殿內部禁止攝影。

參觀完布達拉宮博物館後，前往擁有1300年歷史的大昭寺，這裡是西藏的精神中心，也是世界文化遺產。據說大昭寺是為松贊干布的兩位新娘——唐朝文成公主與尼泊爾尺尊公主所建。「大昭」意為「佛之屋」，寺內供奉著釋迦牟尼12歲等身像，這是佛教世界的瑰寶。這也是為什麼佛教朝聖者將其視為最神聖的目的地。當您看著他們日夜在寺前祈禱時，時間彷彿靜止了。

隨後，漫步於大昭寺附近熱鬧的八廓街，這裡在古代是佛教徒進行轉經（朝聖環線）的地方。如今，它已成為繁榮的當地市場，您可以在此喝一壺酥油茶、穿上藏服拍照，並挑選一些當地的西藏、尼泊爾與印度手工藝品及紀念品。

Today you will enjoy the culture tour of Lhasa via a visit to two of the "great three" Gelug university monasteries of Tibet, the Drepung Monastery and Sera Monastery. You can also pay a visit to local Tibtan's family to get more idea about their Tibet Losar culture while have a cup of milk tea with them.

In the morning, drive about 35min (12km) to visit Drepung Monastery which was the largest Tibetan monastery (Gelug Sect, Yellow Hat) in Lhasa. It used to be Dalai Lama’s palace before he moved to the Potala Palace in the 17th century. Now it is famous for Drepung Shoton Festival held each August, people come to offer yogurt to the monks who finished the 100 days’ meditation while enjoying the grandest Buddha (thangka) unfolding ceremony. Besides the unique architecture and amazing buildings, you can watch monks debating in Tibetan Buddhism vibrant and active with expansive gestures, clapping, and stamping. After Drepung Temple, you will have about a 2-hour Tibetan culture tour, which includes an introduction, Tibetan incense making, and block printing.

In the afternoon, drive another 40min (14km) to visit Sera Monastery. Step on one of the most beautiful monastery compounds, and its white stone roads and walkways makes you feel almost Mediterranean. The highlight of Sera Monastery is watch the monks’ debate at around 15:00 - 17:00 (except Sundays). It is an interesting form of debate, you can see one monk, the questioner, standing while the answerer or group of answerers, sitting. The standing monk will ask question and slap his palms and stomp, each action has its special meaning, such as activating wisdom, and are not meant to be aggressive.

Then, you can enjoy a Tibetan Family Visit near Sera Monastery. Savor a cup of authentic Tibetan milk tea paired with delicious local snacks made especially for Losar celebrations. You can Witness Tibetan New Year religious traditions up-close, Explore beautifully crafted New Year decorations adorning their homes, Learn how Tibetans prepare traditional festival foods, passed down through generations, and Share laughter and joy as you celebrate Losar together with locals. This intimate experience offers a unique chance to connect with Tibetan families, learn about their traditions, and make lasting memories of this extraordinary celebration. Join us and become part of the Losar festivities! After that, be escorted back to your hotel in Lhasa.

This morning, your guide and drvier will take you to Yamdrok Lake from Lhasa (125km, about 3 hours) to appreciate the amazing natural landscapes.

When reaching Kampala Pass (4,797 meters), you’ll have a breathtaking view of Yamdrok Lake (a freshwater lake) down below as well as spectacular views of the holy Mt. Nyenchen Khangsar in the distance. You'd better have your camera ready to capture its beauty. It is one of the four largest sacred lakes in Tibet along with Lhamo Latso Lake, Manasarovar Lake, and Namtso Lake. Yamdrok Lake offers stunning views of the Tibetan plateau and is said to be able to help Tibetans find the reincarnated soul of the Dalai Lama. Moreover, you will be happy to see dressed-up Tibetan mastiffs/dogs, goats, and yaks there. It is optional for you to pay 5-10 yuan to pose with and take photos of them, for local Tibetans, it’s a subsidy income for their family. Also, you will descend down the hill to the serene lake and relish in a leisurely walk along the picturesque shoreline, taking in the breathtaking views of the glistening waters.

After the tour, you will be taken back to Lhasa.

是時候結束您的 5天西藏拉薩新年之旅 了。您將在拉薩享有自由活動時間，自行探索更多景點，直到導遊陪同您前往機場/火車站，搭乘航班或火車前往下一個目的地。

行程延伸建議：如果您希望在西藏停留更久，可以將行程延伸至西藏的其他精華景點，包括日喀則、江孜、珠峰大本營和岡仁波齊峰。

祝您旅途平安！