Kathmandu Lhasa Overland Tour
A journey shaped by the landscapes, people and experiences of Nepal.
Offered by 8 Eyes Travel
NEPAL · TRAVEL EXPERIENCES
Discover the journey
Kathmandu Lhasa Overland Tour will take you in the journey in which you can experience the beauty of Tibetan Landscape and understand the rich culture of its people. This 9-days adventure starts from Kathmandu followed by Nyalam, Dingri, Shegar then the base camp camp of the world’s highest peak, Mt. everest followed by visit to Shigatse, Gyantse and finally to Lhasa. During our Kathmandu to Lhasa Tour via Everest Base Camp we will travel via jeep or coach. We will explore the mystical Yamdrok Tso Lake, conquer a few high passes, and visit popular Tibetan monasteries like Sakya, Tashilhunpo, Shalu, Sera and Rongbuk, the world’s highest monastery, all the while being surrounded by the magnetic allure of the Himalayas. While returning back you can take flight from Lhasa to Kathmandu instead of overland trip from Lhasa to Kathmandu.
The memorable moments
Exotic Scenery Untainted Land Ancient Culture Spiritual Rejuvenation
Journey at a glance
Day 01: Kathmandu to Nyalam [5/6 hrs] — 5-6 hrs drive to Nyalam via Friendship Highway Overnight at Nyalam Day 02: Nyalam to Lotingri [3 hrs] — Morning stroll around Nyalam Head to Lotingri after lunch Visit Milarapha Cave and Chamda Hot spring, on the way Encounter two spectacular passes: Thong La pass (5050m/16,568ft) and Lalung La pass (5082m/16,668 ft) Overnight at Lotingri Day 03: Lotingri to Shegar [9/10 hrs] — Drive to Rongbuk from Lotingri Visit Rongbuk monastery Drive towards Everest Base Camp Overnight at Shegar Day 04: — 5-6 hrs drive to Shigatse from Shegar via Sakya Visit Sakya Monastery Overnight at Shigatse Day 05: Shigatse to Gyantse [2 hrs] — Visit Tashilhunpo Monastery in Shigatse Visit Shalu Monastery Visit Khumbum Stupa, Phalkot Monastery and Gyantse Dzong (Fortress) Overnight at Gyantse Day 06: Gyantse to Lhasa [4/5 hrs] — Drive to Lhasa via Karo La, Kamba La and Lake Yamdrok Tso (Turquoise Lake) Overnight at Lhasa Day 07: Lhasa Sightseeing — Visit Potala and Norbulingka Palaces Visit the Tibet museum Overnight at Lhasa Day 08: Lhasa Sightseeing — Visit Drepung Monastery Visit Sera Monastery Visit Jokhang Temple Stroll around Barkhor Bazaar (market) Overnight at Lhasa Day 09: Lhasa to Kathmandu — Flight Back to Kathmandu [Or] Continue travelling to mainland China
What's included in your experience
Included
- Flight fare
- All ground transport during the tour
- Tibet Travel permit
- Government Royalty & Taxes
- English speaking Tibetan guide
- Accommodation on twin sharing room basis
- Sightseeing and monastery entrance fees as per our itinerary
- Daily breakfast
- Hotel-airport-hotel transfer in Lhasa
Not included
- Client and travel insurance
- Lunch and dinner
- Personal expenses such as a drink, tips & etc
- Nepal re- entry visa fee
Essential trip information
Before you go
Extra Info
Fitness & eligibility
1
Meeting point
kathmandu
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