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.
OPTIONAL "A"
Outline Itinerary
| Day 01 |
Arrive and transfer to the (Thrusday) Hotel Shanker. |
| Day 02 |
Half day Sightseeing in Kathmandu/Also Visa Preparation).Friday. Hotel Shanker. "B" |
| Day 03 |
Kathmandu (1300m.)-Zhangmu (2500m.)-123 Km: Early morning scenic drive to Kodari (Nepal-Tibet boarder) through the beautiful Nepalese countryside and Zhangmu immigration and drive (8 Km ) To Zhangmu.. Over night at Hotel. Zhangmu. Saturday. "B" |
| Day 04 |
Zhangmu-Xegar (4350m.): 244 km: 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./Guest House. Sunday. "B" |
| Day 05 |
Xegar-Xigatse (3900m):244 km. 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.. Monday. "B" |
| Day 06 |
Xigatse-Gyantse (3950m.): 90 km: 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 Zhongri. Tuesday. "B" |
| Day 07 |
Gyantse-Lhasa (3650m.): 261 km: 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. Wednesday. "B" |
| Day 08/09 |
In Lhasa: Two full days sightseeing tour to Lhasa including Jokhang Temple, Barkhor Bazaar, Potala Palace, Drepung & Sera Monasteries & Norbulinkha. Over night at Yak Hotel. Thrusday/ Friday. "B" |
| Day 10 |
Lhasa-Kathmandu: Early morning drive to Gongaar airport for departure flight to Kathmandu. Hotel Shanker. Saturday. "B" |
| Day 11 |
Trip ends ! fly back home, taking with you the memory of a life time. Sunday "B" |
OPTIONAL "B"
Outline Itinerary
| Day 01 |
Arrive and transfer to the (Sunday) Hotel Shanker. |
| Day 02 |
Half day city tour in Kathmandu. Visa preparation day. Monday. Hotel Shanker. "B" |
| Day 03 |
Kathmandu (1300m.)-Zhangmu (2500m.)-123 Km: Early morning scenic drive to Kodari (Nepal-Tibet boarder) through the beautiful Nepalese countryside and Zhangmu immigration and drive (8 Km ) To Zhangmu.. Over night at Hotel. Zhangmu. Tuesday. "B" |
| Day 04 |
Zhangmu-Xegar (4350m.): 244 km: 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./Guest House. Wednesday. "B" |
| Day 05 |
Xegar-Xigatse (3900m):244 km. 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. Thruday. "B" |
| Day 06 |
Xigatse-Gyantse (3950m.): 90 km: 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 Zhongri. Friday. "B" |
| Day 07 |
Gyantse-Lhasa (3650m.): 261 km: 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. Saturday. "B" |
| Day 08/09 |
In Lhasa: Two full days sightseeing tour to Lhasa including Jokhang Temple, Barkhor Bazaar, Potala Palace, Drepung & Sera Monasteries & Norbulinkha. Over night at Yak Hotel. Sunday/Monday. "B" |
| Day 09 |
Lhasa-Kathmandu: Early morning drive to Gongaar airport for departure flight to Kathmandu. Hotel Shanker. Tuesday. "B" |
| Day 10 |
Trip ends ! fly back home, taking with you the memory of a life time. Wednesday "B" |
Note:
• Insurance: You must be insured to join one of our trip.
• Single Supplement: Only applies if you specifically request single accommodation
COST INCLUDES:
* Twin Bed accommodation on bed and breakfast basis,
* All necessary transportation in KATHMANDU & LHASA.
* Flight LHASA/ KATHMANDU.
* All sightseeing your as per the Programme>
* An English speaking Guide.
* All monastery entrance fees.
* Tibet Visa.
* VAT and TSC Taxes
COST EXCLUDES:
* Meals except breakfast,
* All expenses of personal nature,
* Nepal visa fee. US$ 30 for 2 Months.
* Airport Departure Tax, Rs 1695 Per person.
* Charge for photography,
* Travel Insurance.
* Emergency evacuation.
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