Tibet is famous for being “the roof of the world” with an average elevation of 4000 meters. Its one of the world’s most extraordinary destinations where adventure lurks around almost every corner. Lhasa, the capital, lies high in the barren wilderness of the Tibetan mountains and Tibet’s valley bottoms are higher than the highest mountains in most other countries!
The snow-covered plateaus are the highest in the world and, including Mount Everest, which Tibetans see from ‘the other side’, the majority of mountains are over 15000 feet.
This unique land is referred to as the real Shangri-la, the forbidden land, the roof of the world and the holy land of your innermost desire.
Tibet has towering snow capped mountains, scattered herds of yak and nomads on the plateau, spectacular monasteries, tranquil lakes and transparent blue skies. Just a few of the reasons Tibet is a “must see” place.
From the Potala Palace and Jokhang Monastery, to the rich, ancient culture and the majestic mountains, Tibet really is a place to stir the senses and nourish the soul.
Tibet Group Tour Itinerary for 2024
Day 01: Kathmandu (1300) -Kerung Border (145 Km) 6 to 7 hours drive.
Early in the Morning pickup from your hotel in Kathmandu for a scenic drive to Kerung. Kerung is a border of Nepal and Tibet. We drive mostly through the beautiful Nepalese countryside. After necessary border formalities at Nepali immigration and again after crossing the border bridge we process for all necessary formalities in Chinese immigration as well. After both country’s immigration formality we continue drive to Keung Town and stay at Hotel.
Day 02: Kerung – Tingri (4300m) / Lhatse (4,350m): 235 km / 5-6 hours drive.
After Breakfast drive uphill to the plateau of the world with the typical view of Tibetan landscape offering sheer feeling of standing at the roof of the world. Today, weather permitting, we can see breathtaking panorama of beautiful Himalayan ranges including Mt. Cho Oyu (8,201m) and Mt.Xishapangma (8,012m) along with Pikucho lake. We spend overnight at Hotel in Tingri.
Day 03: Tingri/Lhaste – Shigatse (3,900 M): 245 km / 5-6 hours drive.
After Breakfast continue our drive towards Shigatse. Today while going via Lhatse, we cross Gyatchu La(5,220m) pass, the highest pass en route to Lhasa. We stay overnight at Shigatse.
Day 04: Shigatse – Gyantse (3,950m)- Lhasa 350km / 7 hours drive
After Breakfast, we go for visit of the Panchen Lama’s Tashilhumpu Monastery. After that we drive to Lhasa via Gyantse Yamdrok- Tso Lake and the Tibetan lifeline river Brahma Putra (Yarlung Tsangpo).Stay Overnight at Hotel In Lhasa
Day 05-06: Sightseeing In Lhasa
Here in Lhas we spend two full days exploring it. Two full days sightseeing tour in Lhasa includes Jokhang Temple, Barkhor Bazar, Potala Palace, Drepung and Sera Monasteries . Stay overning in Lhasa.
Day 07: Lhasa to Shegar Drive Back O/N at Guest House 655 Km 8-9 Hours
Day 08: – Shegar – Kerong to Kathmandu 425 km 9-10 Hours
From Lhasa we drive back to Kathmandu in 2 days and we drop you off back to your hotel in Kathmandu on Day 8.
7 night 8 day budget Tibet tour costs USD 1000 per person
What are included
- Transportation by van/ bus as per group size (pickup from Kathmandu on Day 1 and Drop off on Day 8)
- Tibet travel permit.
- English speaking Tibetan guide.
- Accommodation on twin sharing room basis.
- Sightseeing and monastery entrance fees as per our itinerary.
- Daily breakfast.
- Applicable taxes.
What are not included
- Lunch, dinner, beverages and bar bills.
- Travel insurance any cost that occurred due to unforeseen circumstances that is beyond our control.
- Tibet Visa Fee : USD 125 (additional 90 / total USD 215 for American/Canadian and Brazilian passport holder)
Before booking this 8-day Tibet Tour, kindly read the information below:
- You must send us scanned copy of your passport as soon as you book the trip.
- You need to be physically present in Kathmandu and provide the original passport three days prior to the trip starting date. Currently the 8-day Tibet Tour departs every Saturday, which means you should be in Nepal and provide the original passport by Tuesday. You will also need to visit the Chinese embassy in Kathmandu to provide biometrics. We will provide further information about this when we meet in person to collect the passport.
- Book the tour by paying deposit of USD 100. Due balance USD 900 should be paid in cash upon arrival in Kathmandu.
