Lhasa-Nyang River-Basum Tso-Nyingchi
In the morning, depart from Lhasa by vehicle, following the Lhasa-Nyingchi Expressway, cross the 5,013-meter Mira Pass, and head to Nyingchi, known as the "Jiangnan of the Plateau" and an oxygen-rich paradise. Drive east along the Nyang River, passing the birthplace of Songtsen Gampo and the Middle Stream Pillar, and feel the refreshing joy brought by the green mountains and clear waters of Tibet's Jiangnan.
After lunch, head to Basum Lake, the sacred lake of the Red Sect—a tear left by an angel. The lake is shaped like a crescent moon set in high mountain gorges, with crystal-clear water reflecting snow-capped mountains, truly bringing one back to "Shangri-La" and leaving one enchanted. Snow peaks, glaciers, primeval forests, and ancient sites tightly surround Basum Lake. At sunset, the snow-capped peaks turn red while the base remains a deep blue-green, the silhouettes of trees near the lake float on the water surface, and the lake water is a serene blue, making this place seem like a fairyland on earth. There is a small island in the lake, and on the island stands a temple built in the late Tang Dynasty—Cuosong Temple, whose main hall enshrines Padmasambhava, Thousand-Hand Guanyin, and the Golden Boy and Jade Girl. Afterwards, drive to Bayi Town in Nyingchi for overnight stay.
🍽️ Breakfast, lunch, and dinner not included
🏨 Nyingchi