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Tibet Overland Tour

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Tibet Overland Tour
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Tibet Overland Tour
Trip Duration

Trip Duration

8 days

Nature Of Trip

Nature Of Trip

Tour

Maximum Altitude

Maximum Altitude

4,350m/14,270ft at Lhatse

Difficulty Grade

Difficulty Grade

Moderate to Strenuous

Start & End Point

Start Point & End Point

Kathmandu

Kathmandu

Best Seasons

Best Seasons

March - October

Meals

Meals

Breakfast basis

Transportation

Transportation

Private Car

Accommodation

Accommodation

Hotel/Lodge

Trip Introduction:
Tibet Overland Tour offers us some of the most exciting sightseeing experiences of the Himalayas and high-altitude valleys. Tibet is still considered a largely unexplored nation, which makes it a perfect destination for adventure seekers and holidayers. The ancient monasteries scattered in the region, prayer flags flying across the alleys, pilgrims making miles of the journey on foot, the complete remoteness and isolation, give an awed expression to the travelers.

The fascinating history of Tibet, the exile of Dalai Lama, the Chinese Occupation, and first-hand encounters by Heinrich Harrer, gives an impression of exploring an unknown territory and crossing unexplained boundaries. Lhasa is also known as The Forbidden City. The long-kept discreet and away from foreign intrusion is one of the greatest attractions of Tibet. It is also a spiritual and cultural hub of the region.

Mt. Kailash, situated in the western region of Tibet, is another major attraction of the trip. The mountain of Kailash is considered Holy by Hindus and Buddhists alike. Pilgrims from various parts of the Indian subcontinent make miles of the journey to Kailash.

Day 01: Kathmandu to Kerung (1,895m/6,217ft)-145Kms
Day 02: Kerung to Lhatse (4,350m/14268ft) -244Km    
Day 03: Lhatse to Shigatse (3,900m/12,790ft)-244Kms    
Day 04: Shigatse to Gyantse (3,950m/12,955)-90kms    
Day 05: Gyantse to Lhasa (3,650m/11,970)-259kms    
Day 06: Lhasa Sightseeing Tour    
Day 07: Lhasa Sightseeing Tour    
Day 08: Lhasa to Kathmandu Trans Himalayan Flight (1,300m/4,264 ft)    

Detailed Itinerary

Day 01: Kathmandu to Kerung (1,895m/6,217ft)-145Kms
We will start our tour with an early morning drive to Kerung, the Nepali border post. After completing immigration and customs formalities, we will take an hour's adventurous uphill drive by jeep (normally) to Chinese immigration. We will then check in to the hotel. Overnight at the Guest House
 
Day 02: Kerung to Lhatse (4,350m/14268ft) -244Km
After breakfast, we will drive uphill to the highest plateau of the world with the typical view of the Tibetan landscape offering the sheer feeling of standing on the roof of the world. From there, we will observe the breathtaking panorama of beautiful Himalayan ranges including Mt Cho Oyu (8,201m) & Mt Xishapagma (8,012m) but dwarfed by the Vastness of the Tibetan plateau. From Tingri, one can enjoy the magnificence of Mt. Everest (8,848m). Overnight at the Guest House.
 
Day 03: Lhatse to Shigatse (3,900m/12,790ft)-244Kms
We will visit the place of the famous Tashilunpo Monastery and the seat of Panchen Lama until his death in 1989 with its huge Thangka wall which will be clearly visible from the north side of the road. We will drive approx 6 hours to reach Shigatse overnight.
 
Day 04: Shigatse to Gyantse (3,950m/12,955)-90kms
We will visit the Tashilunpo Monastery early in the morning which will be followed by a visit to the open market of Xigaste. After getting lunch,  we will start our short drive to Gyantse. where you will also visit the Khumbum Stupa and Phalkot Monastery. Overnight.
 
Day 05: Gyantse to Lhasa (3,650m/11,970)-259kms
We will reach Lhasa after a long drive approx 8 hours on the way crossing the Karo La (5,010m/16,432ft) and Kamba La (4,794m/15,724ft) pass and Lake Yamdrok Tso. You will cross the Yarlung Tsangpo (Brahmaputra) river and see the distant views of the Potala Palace. Overnight in Lhasa.
 
Day 06: Lhasa Sightseeing tour
We will visit Drepung Monastery, Sera Monastery, Jokhang Temple, and Barkhor Bazaar on this day. We will first take a visit to the Drepung Monastery, which was built in the 14th century. It is the world’s largest monastery and is believed to have sheltered around 10,000 monks in the past, but as of now, there has been quite a decline resulting in only a few hundred. The history, culture, and religious beliefs of the Tibetan people are strongly concentrated and centered in this marvelous monastery. 
 
Then, the tour will change its path to the Sera Monastery, which is a preserved monastery with whitewashed walls and golden roofs. The main attraction for the visit to the monastery is to see the monks debating which is held from 3-5 pm every day apart from Sundays. Another destination on our schedule, Jokhang Temple,  is another important sacred site that unravels more deep-seated mysteries of Tibetan Buddhism. You can see the statue of Buddha Sakyamuni when he was twelve years old. We will further stroll through Barkhor Bazaar (market). With its open-air stalls, shops, and crowds of pilgrims, the place is also considered the nerve center of Lhasa. Overnight in Lhasa.
 
Day 07: Lhasa sightseeing tour: Potala Palace, Norbulingka Palace, and Tibet Traditional Hospital
After breakfast, we will begin the trip to explore Lhasa. We will be visiting the beautiful Potala and Norbulingka Palaces, better known as Winter palace and Summer Palace, respectively. Built in the 17th century, Potala Palace provides amazing views of the entire city and houses the private quarters of the Dalai Lama. We will also visit the Norbulingka Palace houses which are considered to be the largest man-made garden in Tibet. We will then visit the Tibet Traditional Hospital, which is the center for the treatment, training, research, and production of Tibetan medicine. Overnight in Lhasa.
 
Day 08: Lhasa to Kathmandu Trans Himalayan Flight (1,300m/4,264 ft)
As per the flight schedule, you will be transferred to Gongkar airport for the onward flight to Kathmandu. The flight will be of 1 hour and 10 minutes. It is one of the most beautiful flights in the world. You can take the right side seat so that you can see the Yalung Tsangpo River, Lake Yamdruk, Kanchenjunga (8,586m/28,160ft), Makalu (8,463m/27,760ft), and Mt. Everest (8,848m/29,021ft).

We wish you a wonderful Himalayan adventure with us!

Trip Cost Includes:

✅ All airport and hotel transportation by private vehicle as per the itinerary suggested.
✅ Deluxe twin-sharing accommodation with breakfast
✅ Farewell dinner(Alcoholic beverages are excluded)
✅ Travel costs within itineraries
✅ Government Registered guide (English speaking, First Aid and Eco trained)
✅ All necessary paper works, entry fees, and permits
✅ First aid exclusive medical kit bag
✅ All government and local taxes

Trip Cost Excludes:

❌ Visa fees
❌ International airfare to and from Tibet
❌ Lunch and dinner apart from the tour except for welcome & fare well dinner 
❌ Any extra night accommodations because of early arrival, late departure, and early return from the tour (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary plan
❌ Travel and rescue insurance
 

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TESTIMONIALS

  • This trip was an absolute dream. Every day brought a new thrill, from the heart-pounding rush of rafting on the Trishuli River to the breathtaking sunrise at Sarangkot. The bungee jump in Kushma was pure adrenaline—I’ll never forget that feeling. Nepal’s landscapes, combined with the nonstop adventure, make this a must-do. Thank you Nepal Vision Team for this trip.

    Olivia Mayer

  • A trek of a lifetime. The trails were challenging but rewarding, with every turn offering a new, jaw-dropping view of the Himalayas. Nepal Vision Treks ensured our safety and comfort throughout. Their professionalism gave me confidence to push my limits and reach Base Camp. Thanks to Om Prakash for make sure Im safe throughout the trip. Great Job.

    Tomas Andersson

  • NavaRaj has 18 years of experience and took great care of us all the way to Everest Base Camp and back. We had a great time through beautiful scenery and epic landscapes. Highly recommend Nepal Vision Treks and Nava in particular.

    niko_is

  • We did Nepal tour in Dec and Jan 2024 with Nepal vision treks and expedition. They Organize every thing very well. Our guide Subash was good knowledgable and supper fantastic. we are very happy to get chance to visit all over NepalThe company highly recommended to everyone ………………….

    Paulo M.

  • can’t thank Nepal Vision Treks enough for this incredible experience… Manaslu is beautifulOur guide Pemba was always patient and supportive… Karta checked in regularly, ensuring all logistics were taken care of. The trek was challenging but well worth it, thanks to this amazing team… danyebad namaste(hope its right)

    Jorge Alvarez

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FAQs

The Tibet overland tour from Kathmandu starts from day 1 and ends at the Tibet in day 8. The eight days our completes roaming around the visited places in Tibet.

No, Tibet lies in the border of the Nepal. The Nepal and Tibert are totally far away and different from each other in culture, vegetation and other different aspects.

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