Tibet Overland Tour drives overland from Kathmandu to Lhasa across the Himalayas by way of the incredible Arniko Highway that connects Nepal with Tibet. Enjoy fabulous mountain scenery enrooted, visit mystical Buddhist monasteries of Tashilungpo at Shigatse, the Kumbum Stupa at Gyantse, and drive past the beautiful Turquoise lake. In Lhasa visit the famous Potala and Norbulinkha palaces, the great Drepung Monastery and walk through the bustling Barkor Bazaar before flying back to Kathmandu (or onward to China). A choice of hotels is available in Lhasa and in other places. An unforgettable encounter with forbidden' Tibet.
Destination: Kathmandu- Patan-Bhaktapur-Kerung-Xegar-Shigatse-Gyantse and Lhasa.
Itinerary:
Day 01: Kathmandu [1,338 m]: A representative from Adventure Treks Nepal will be waiting outside the Tribhuwan International Airport according to your time of arrival. Once you land you will be transferred to the Hotel. Overnight stay at Hotel Manang or Similar.
Day 02: Sightseeing Tour in Kathmandu [1,338 m] - (B): After your breakfast at the hotel we will begin our sightseeing tour around the Kathmandu Valley. Firstly, we will drive to Swyamnbhunath Temple, also known as the Monkey Temple. Located at top of the hill this temple holds great values in Hindu and Buddhist culture. After monkey temple we will drive towards Kathmandu Durbar Square, the ancient royal palace of Kathmandu Valley. The Palace is now a museum so we will witness much information regarding the ancient Nepal. In Kathmandu Durbar Square we will also visit the Kumari House who is regarded as the Living goddess. We will then have our Lunch followed by a drive to another Royal Palace named Patan Durbar Square. Patan has a long Buddhist History and the four corners of the city are marked by Stupas erected by the great Buddhist emperor Ashoka around 250 BCE. Overnight stay at Hotel Manang or Similar (Breakfast Included).
Day 03: Sightseeing Tour in Kathmandu [1,338 m] - (B): After Breakfast we will head towards Bhaktapur, the city of arts and crefts. You will see extraordinary wood crafting arts around Bhaktapur. The city is also known as city of Devotees and center of medieval art and architecture which was founded by King Anand Dev in 899 AD. Around Bhaktapur we will visit the Nyatapola temple, the most beautiful temple of Nepal, the 15th century palace of 55 windows, Golden gate and other place of Interest. Then we will head towards the holy Pashupatinath Temple, one of the most scared Hindu shrines in the world. After spending some time at the bank of Holy Bagmati River we will then head towards Bouddhanath Stupa, another Buddhist landmark which is a most to visit when in Kathmandu. Overnight stay at Hotel Manang or Similar (Breakfast Included).
Day 04: In Kathmandu [1,338 m] - (B): Today is a leisure Day. You will have free time to walk around the streets of Thamel or spend quality time with your friends and family. Overnight stay at Hotel Manang or Similar (Breakfast Included).
Day 05: Kathmandu (1330m.)-Kerung (2800m.) (168 Km) - (B): 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 06: Xegar (4350m) (380 km) - (B): Day drive to uphill to highest plateau of the world with the typical view of Tibetan landscape offering sheer feeling of standing on the roof of the world crossing over Nyalamu pass (3800m.) and Lalung La (5050m.) weather permitting breathing panorma of the beautiful Himalayan ranges including Mt Everest (8848m.) but dwarfed by the vastness of the Tibetan plateau. Over night at Hotel Qomolongma Hotel.
Day 07 Xegar-Xigatse (3900m) (244 km) - (B): Continue scenic drive crossing over Gyatchu La (5220m.) the highest pass en route to Lhasa via Lhatse from where a road to Mt. Kailash bifurcates to the west. On the way visit Shakya Monastery. Over night at Manasarover Hotel.
Day 08 Xigatse-Gyantse (3950m) (90 km) - (B): Morning sightseeing to the Panchen Lama's Tashilhumpu Monastery and Market in Xigatse. Drive to Gyantse and visit to the Kumbum Stupa & Phalkor Monastery. Over night at Hotel Yeti or similar.
Day 09 Gyantse-Lhasa (3650m) (261 km) - (B): Full day picturesque drive crossing over Karo La (5010m.), Kamba La (4794m.), colorful Yamdrok Lake and Tibetan lifeline river Brahma Putra (Yarlung Tsangpo). Over night at Yak Hotel Yak or Similar
Day 10: Lhasa sightseeing - (B): Visit Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple & Barkhor Market.Over night at Hotel Yak or Similar
Day 11: Lhasa sightseeing - (B): Visit Drepung, Norbulingka and Sera Monastery. Over night at Hotel.
Day 12: Lhasa-Kathmandu - (B): Early morning drive to Gongaar airport for departure flight to Kathmandu.Over night at Hotel.
Day 13: Free day in Kathmandu - (B): .
Day 14: Departure - (B): Trip ends ! fly back home, taking with you the memory of a life time.
- All private transport.
- All Sightseeing in Nepal and Tibet with entrance fee.
- All Hotels in Nepal and Tibet with Breakfast.
- An English Speaking Guide.
- Tibet Visa / Permit fee.
- Lhasa-Kathmandu Flight ticket.
- All Government taxes Income tax plus VAT.
- Office services charge.
- Your Travel Insurance
- International Airfare (Country to Nepal).
- Lunch and Dinner.
- Personal expenses such as drinks, laundry, Charge for photography etc.
- Nepal visa fee (Nepal re-entry visa fee),
- Any additional cost due to Natural calamities and Unforeseen Circumstance.
- If the Clients from American Passport Holdert The Tibet Group Visa extra cost will be US$ 100. Per person).
- Tips for Guides and Drivers.
Note: If the above itinerary does not meet your needs, we can design individualized travel plans based on your preferences.
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