Lhasa is the administrative capital and a prefecture-level city of the Tibet Autonomous Region. It is the second most populous city on the Tibetan Plateau, after Xining, and at an altitude of 3,490 metres (11,450 ft), Lhasa is one of the highest cities in the world. The city contains many culturally significant Tibetan Buddhist sites such as the Potala Palace, Jokhang temple and Norbulingka palace Tour Itinerary: Day 01: Arrival at Lhasa about an hour drive you will arrive at Lhasa. Driving along the Brahmaputra river and Lhasa river, you will not only amazed by the spectacular plateau scenery but also have a chance to see flocks of black-necked crane, wild duck and many other kind of wild birds, if you are not tired, stop at Nethang Giant Buhhda caving on the way. If you take the train to Lhasa, normally you will arrive in the late afternoon or evening, 20 minutes drive to the hotel.acclimate the high altitude. rest in the hotel. Day 2:Lhasa city explore ,Drepung monastery and Sera Monastery Day 3: Potala Palace and Jokhang Temple this is arranged on the third day because you have to walk much in Potala Palace. after two days of acclimate, your body may be better to walk some. Potala Palace was the residence of Dalai Lama. It is regarded as the center of the world in all Tibetan peole's heart. you will find all the buildings in Lhasa are shorter than Potala Palace, in Lhasa city, any place you can see it.Potala Palace is the worldwide known cardinal landmark of Tibet. Day 4:drop off at the airport or train station. end your impressive Lhasa tour