Tibet Overland Tour from Kathmandu 07 Night/08 Days - Drive in / Fly out

Departure day for Tibet : Every Saturday (on budget tour – joining group basis) / Every Tuesday & Saturday (on private group tour basis).

This is an Adventure trip for travelers on a limited time & Budget. The breathtaking overland route from Kathmandu to Lhasa offers truly spectacular views of the Himalayas, High mountain passes, ancient monasteries, fortresses & culture from a by gone era.

Best Season : April-November
Tour Attractions :- Drive across the Himalayas from Kathmandu , Nepal to Lhasa , Tibet ,Enjoy great mountain views and visit Tibetan Buddhis Monasteries as you travel along the Friendship Highway.Explore the cultural highlights of the cities of Lhasa , Gyantse and Shigatse.

Details Itinerary

Days 01:Drive Kathmandu to Zhangmu (altitude - 2300m/ 7,544ft)
5 hour drive to Kodari ( China / Nepal border) then onto Zhangmu. On the drive, you will see a variety of landscapes and mountains views as you pass through Nepal to Tibet . As well as the scenery, the Nepali and Tibetan market center of Khasa is of interest.O/n at Hotel.

Days 02: Zhangmu to Xegar (altitude - 4050m/ 13,284ft):
Drive from Zhangmu to Naylam through the Nylam passes at 3800 meters (12,464ft) and continue via Lalungla pass (5050m/ 16,564ft) to Xegar . Highlights of this drive are the views of the Bhotekosi River deep in the valley, waterfalls and the ever-present spectacular mountain scenery. Here you will see the Jugal mountain range, Mt. Xixapangma (at 8013m/ 26,282ft, the highest peak in Tibet ), Mt. Makalu (8463m/ 27,766ft), Mt. Everest (8848m/ 29,028ft), Mt. Lhotse (8516m/ 27,940ft) and Mt. Cho-Oyu (8201m/ 26,899ft).O/n Hotel or Guesthouse.

Days 03 :Xegar to Xigatse (altitude - 3900m/ 12,792ft):
This area is famous for the Tashilhunpo and Sakya monasteries. The Tashilhunpo Monastery does justice to the term monastic city. It was founded in 1447 by Tsong Khapa's nephew and disciple, Gendundrub , who was the first Dalai Lama. Under the fourth Panchen Lama, it was substantially enlarged and became an important cultural and religious site. The main chapel contains a huge, 26 meter-high statute of the future Buddha. The monastery is grandly decorated with arts, ancient scriptures and scroll paintings.O/n at Hotel.

Sakya monastery : The Sakya monastery originally consisted of two large complexes on either side of the Trum River . Both the north monastery, founded in the 11th century and Sakya south, founded in 1268 by Phagpa , have uniquely significant status with Tibetan pilgrims. The monastery offers you libraries of spiritual books as well as artwork and a chance to see the grand residence of the monks. O/n at Hotel.

Days 04 :Xigatse to Gyantse (altitude - 3950m/ 12,956ft)
Gyantse, lying 264 km southwest of Lhasa on the northern bank of the Nyang Chu River , is of historical significance. In the 15th century it served as the capital of a small kingdom. Today, Gyantse retains a deeply Tibetan character. The principle structures consist of a castle on a ridge overlooking the town and a walled monastic complex. The monastery includes the massive temple of Palkhor Chode and the great multi-chapel Kumbum Chorten . These religious monuments, part of Gyantse's ancient monastic town, contain some of the most extraordinary works of art in Tibet . O/n at Hotel.

Days 05:Gyantse to Lhasa (altitude - 3650m/ 11,972ft)
Drive from Gyantse through Karo -la pass at 5010 meters (16,432ft) and onto the Khambala pass at 4794 meters (15,729ft). The former climbs two lofty mountains, the Nozing khang sa (7223m/ 23,691ft) and the Ralung (6236m/ 20,454ft). On this day, you will also see the wonderful Yamdrok Tso Lake (turquoise lake) and the Brahmaputra River as well as the ever-present views of the interesting and unusual landscape. Spend the night in a guesthouse or hotel in Lhasa . O/n at Hotel.

Days 06/07: Lhasa Tour
These days you will be engrossed with sightseeing and excursions of the Potala Palace , the Jokhang Temple , the near-by Barkhor market, Drepung Monastery, Sera Monastery and other fascinating places in Lhasa . O/n at Hotel.

Days 08: Lhasa- Gonggar airport – Kathmandu
96 km drive from Lhasa city to Gonggar airport, then flight to Kathmandu: The flight will give you an eyeful of mountains; Mt Kanchenjunga (8586m/ 28,169ft), Mt. Everest (8848m/ 29.028ft), Mt. Makalu (8463m/ 27,766ft) and others. O/n at Hotel.

Tour Cost: -
Budget: US $ 430.00 per Person
Standard: US $ 745.00 per Person
Deluxe: US $ 1129.00 per Person

Visa Fee: -
US$ 61.00 US Nationality
US $ 45.00 (Other Nationality)

Airfare:-
Lhasa/Kathmandu: $327.00 (including airport in Lhasa Airport )

Departure Date:
April to October every (Tuesdays and Saturday)

Cost Includes
Tibet Travel Permit, entrance fees,
Twin share accommodation in respective hotels,
Tours and transfers with English speaking guide,
All land transport using suitable vehicles,
Breakfast everyday ,

Cost Excludes
Airport taxes and excess baggage charges,
EXTRAS - as applicable,
Lunches & dinners; refreshments, bottled/alcoholic drinks,
Any tips (hotels, restaurants, guide, driver, etc.),
Photography charges at monasteries/palaces/sites,
Nepal re-entry Visa,
Extras cost for up-grading rooms at hotels if/when applicable,
Any cost arising from political disturbances, strikes, cancellation of flights, deviation in program, delays due to landslides, road blockage etc (clients have to brone directly a the spot),
All arrangements in Kathmandu (hotel accommdoation, meals, sightseeing tours etc),
Personal expenses, tips & Insurance ,