Tibet Overland Tour - Tibet

Tibet Overland Tour - Tibet

The most popular package tour Nepal and Lhasa by overland. It offers a spectacular insight into the life and culture of these friendly people. From the ancient monasteries with counting monks to the tranquil shores of the Turquoise Lake Yamdrork. This trip has it all concluding with the breathtaking trans-Himalaya flight Nepal to Lhasa. The trip start early fly to Lhasa, airport pick up and transfer to the hotel and brief about further trip arrangement for example sightseeing in Lhasa then continue visiting monasteries on the way in Gyantse, Shigatse, Sakya monastery, with Tibetan guide and Latest model jeep. The distance Kathamnadu/Friendship Bridge, Kodari (Nepal-Tibet border) is approx 116 kms. And takes 5 hours drive completing immigration formalities on the Nepal side border meet Tibatain Guide and Jeep and drive to Zhangmu Immirgration (China) which is about 11Kms. After Immigration formalities your Tibetan guide takes care of your entire tour arrangements till your departure Lhasa/Kathmandu.


  • Insight in the Tibetan culture, tradition, history, and lifestyle
  • Panoramic views of mountains including Mt. Everest (8,848 m)
  • Gorgeous sceneries along with the Yamdrok Tso (Turquoise Lake) and Brahmaputra River
  • Explore Tashlhumpu Monastery, Gyantse Kumbum, and Gyantse Dzong
  • Explore Potala Palace, Norbulingka Palace, Barkhor Bazaar, and Tibet Museum
  • Visit Sera Monastery, Drepung Monastery, Jokhang Temple, Sakya Monastery, and Shalu Monastery

DAY 01: KATHMANDU(1,310M) TO KERUNG 165 KM. 07 – 08 HRS DRIVE.

DAY 02: KERUNG TOWN (2,800M) TO TENGRI (4,300M) / LHATSE(4,350M) 370 HRS. DRIVE

DAY 03: TENGRI (4,300M)/ LHATS(4,350M) TO SHIGATSE (3,900m) 235KM/ 265KM 05 -06 HRS DRIVE.

DAY 04: SHIGATSE (3,900M) TO GYANTSE (3,950m) 90KM 04 -05 HRS DRIVE

DAY 05: GYANTSE (3,950M) TO LHASA(3,650m) 261 KM 05 -06 HRS DRIVE

DAy 06/07: SIGHTSEEING IN LHASA (3,600m)

DAY 08: LHASA TO KATHMANDU OR MAIN LAND CHINA

DAY 01.KATHMANDU(1,310M) TO KERUNG 165 KM. 07 – 08 HRS DRIVE.
Early in the Morning scenic drive to Kerung Border Nepal Tibet Border through the beautiful Nepalese countryside and after necessary border formalities at Nepali immigration and cross the bridge process for all necessary formalities in Chinese immigration continue drive to Kerung Town. Stay Overnight at Guest House.

DAY 02: KERUNG TOWN (2,800M) TO TENGRI (4,300M) / LHATSE(4,350M) 370 HRS. DRIVE
After Breakfast drive uphill to the height plateau of the world with the typical view of Tibetan landscape offering sheer feeling of standing of the roof of the world from where weather permitting, breathtaking panorama of beautiful Himalayan ranges including Mt. Cho Oyu (8,201m) and Mt.Xishapangma (8,012m)but dwarfed by the vastness of the Tibetan plateau. From Tingri one can enfou the magnificence of Mt. Everest (8,848m) Stay Overnight at Guest House.

DAY 03: TENGRI (4,300M)/ LHATS(4,350M) TO SHIGATSE (3,900m) 235KM/ 265KM 05 -06 HRS DRIVE. After Breakfast continue drive scenic crossing over Gyatchu La(5,220m),the highest pass en route to Lhasa via Lhatse from where a road to Mt.Kailash Bifurcates to the west. Stay overnight at Hotel.

DAY 04: SHIGATSE (3,900M) TO GYANTSE (3,950m) 90KM 04 -05 HRS DRIVE After Breakfast Morning Sightseeing to the Panchen Lama’s Tashilhumpu Monastery. Drive to Gyantse and visit Kumbum Stupa and Phalkhor Monastery .Stay Overnight at Hotel.

DAY 05: GYANTSE (3,950M) TO LHASA(3,650m) 261 KM 05 -06 HRS DRIVE
After Breakfast full day picturesque drivecrossingoverKarola(5,010m),Kambala(4,749m),Colorful Yamdrok- Tso Lake and the Tibetan lifeline river Brahma Putra (Yarlung Tsangpo).Stay Overnight at Hotel.

Day 06–07: SIGHTSEEING IN LHASA (3,600m)
After Breakfast Two full days sightseeing tour to Lhasa including Jokhang Temple, Barkhor Bazar,Potala Palace, Drepung and Sera Monasteries . Stay Overnight at Hotel

DAY 08: LHASA TO KATHMANDU OR MAIN LAND CHINA
After Breakfast drive to Gonggar Airport or Train Station for your departure flight to Kathmandu or to your onward destination.

Cost Includes

  • Twin Sharing Accommodation as per the Itinerary on Bed & Breakfast (B/B) basis.
  • English Speaking Tibetan Guide.
  • Transpiration as per the Itinerary by Van or Bus.
  • Monastery Entrance Fee.
  • Tibet Travel Permit.

Cost Excludes

  • Lunch and Dinner.
  • Train or Air Fare of any Sector.
  • Insurance of any Kind.
  • Natural or Political Disturbance which beyond our Control.
  • Personal Expenses such as Drinks, Tip.

Trip Facts

Trip Duration 08 Day
Destination Tibet
Trip Grade Moderate - B
Transportation Private Vehicle
Accomodation Hotel + Lodges + Tent
Starting Price US$
Trip Type Tea House Trek
Meals Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
Max. Altitude Meter
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