Sichuan to Tibet tour via Yunnan

This classic journey through Sichuan, across the Tibetan Plateau to Lhasa links with Yunnan-Tibet highways. At this eastern extremity of the Himalayas, the mighty Tsangpo makes an unexpected turn onto itself. The uncommon similarity of high mountains and Tibet's most powerful water course creates one of the deepest gorges in the world. It is a superb area for pilgrims and plant-hunters.

In Lhasa we visit the Potala Palace, which stands on the Red Hill in the city proper, the holiest place Jokhang, as well as Drepung and Sera.