Yamdrotso Lake is one of the three holy lakes (the other two are Namtso Lake and Manosarovar Lake). Within the boundary of Nankartse County, Yamdrotso covers an area of 678 square kilometers, at 4,441 meters above sea level. The lake has nine islands, of which one houses the famous Samding Monastery - a Nyinmapa monastery. This monastery is the only Tibetan monastery to be headed by a female reincarnation, heading a community of about 30 monks.
Yamdrotso Lake is rich in hydroelectric power. The drop between the lake surface to the Yarlung Tsangpo River at the foot of the mountain falls more than 800 meters. The Yamdrotso Power Station at such a high altitude is well known in the world.
The charming lake produces abundant fish resources. In the lake and the surrounding expansive pastures, animals and birds grow with vitality.
Trek around the lake and surrounding snow-capped mountains and glaciers, enjoy the diversified fauna and flora, and visit the villages scattered in this area.

Day01 Arrive in Lhasa
Arrive in Lhasa. The guide will meet you at Konggar Airport, and transfer you to Lhasa city with about 1.5 hours' driving (90km). On the way, you'll be greeted with Nie Tang Buddha – a Buddha image engraved in the mountain face. Upon arrival, rest and acclimatize yourself to the local time and altitude. (D)

Day02 Lhasa
The first day of sightseeing starts from Lhasa's cardinal landmark - Potala Palace. Then, visit Jokhang Temple and Barkhor Market. The rest of day is free. (B,L,D)

Day03 Lhasa
Today's highlight is the sightseeing of Drepung Monastery, Norbulingka and Sera Monastery in Lhasa. (B,L,D)

Day04 Lhasa-Yamdroktso Lake-Karola Glacier
Drive to Gyantse (4040m), and pass by Yamdroktso Lake for sightseeing. Drive ahead of Karola Glacier (5560m), quite close to the road. Start the trekking around Karola Glacier and Yamdroktso Lake. (B,L,D)

Day05-08 Trekking around Karola Glacier-Lhasa
4-days trekking ends around Yamdroktso Lake, then, transfer back to Lhasa. (B,L,D)

Day09 Depart from Lhasa
Transfer o the airport, and fly out of Tibet. (B)
Note: B-Breakfast  L-Lunch  D-Dinner