Tibet Overland Kathmandu - 11 Days

Rongbuk stupa with Chomulangma at rear

Rongbuk Monastery: At the base camp of the north face of Everest, is the highest monastery in the world and represents one of those unforgettable experiences of this program

Drepung Monastery

The Drepung Monastery houses many cultural relics, making it more beautiful and giving it more historical significance.

Potala Palace

Potala Palace, the chief residence of the Dalai Lama since the 7th century has been the focus of the travelers for centuries.

Barkhor Market

Barkhor Street, the oldest street in Lhasa that runs through the center of the old city. It is a circular street where Tibetan culture, economy, religion and arts assemble.

Yamdrok Lake

Yamdrok Lake is one of the three largest sacred lakes in Tibet. It is over 72 km (45 miles) long. The lake is surrounded by many snow-capped mountains and is fed by numerous small streams.

Way leading to Kathmandu Durbar Square

Swayambhunath Stupa

wyambhunath Stupa is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This ancient stupa is the most sacred Buddhist shrine of Nepal. Swayambhunath is also known as a Self-Created stupa.

Patan Durbar Square aerial view

Patan City, the city of arts and architecture founded in 250 A.D. It is renowned for its fine works in bronze, silver and copper.
In Patan, visit the Durbar Square, Royal Baths, Mahaboudha Temple, Krishna Mandir Temple and Hiranya Verna Mahabihar (the Golden Temple).

Overview

Lhasa, which means ‘the land of the gods’ is the heart and soul of Tibet. It is a city of wonders, the capital of the Tibet and an autonomous region of China. For centuries this holy city has attracted travellers from all over the world with its beautiful scenery, cultural heritage and its mysticism.
This road trip starts from Lhasa all the way to Kathmandu. You drive simultaneously through smooth highways and rough roads visiting various attractions on the way. Crossing the Friendship Bridge to reach Kathmandu through Kodari, you come across the borderland between Tibet and Nepal which is the trade link between these two countries.

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Highlights

Explore Tibet architecture and visit the many monasteries.
Step into ancient Palaces.
Enjoy mouthwatering Tibetan Gyakok (hot-pot).
Drive around snow-capped mountains and pristine lakes.
Spend time at Everest Base Camp.
Wander through UNESCO World heritage sites in Kathmandu.
Explore the ancient cities.

Trip Facts

Destination: Tibet & Nepal

Trip Duration: 11 Days

Arrival In: Lhasa

Departure From: Kathmandu

Meals: Bed & breakfast basis

Best Season: February – May/ September – November

Activity: Tour

Grade: N/A

Includes

Tibet portion

• Arrival and departure transfers by private vehicle

• Meet and assist by our representative at airport

• 3 nights’ hotel accommodation in Lhasa in a twin sharing room on bed and breakfast basis

• 1 night hotel accommodation in Shigatse in a twin sharing room on bed and breakfast basis

• 1 night hotel accommodation in Shegar in a twin sharing room on bed and breakfast basis

• 1 night hotel accommodation in Rongbuk in a twin sharing room on bed and breakfast basis

• 1 night hotel accommodation in Zhangmu in a twin sharing room on bed and breakfast basis

• All entrance and monument fee as indicated in the program

• All the sightseeing tour in Tibet will be provided as per the program with local English speaking Tibetan guide

• All necessary transfer by private vehicle

• Tibet travel permit

Nepal portion

• 1 night hotel accommodation in Dhulikhel in a twin sharing room on MAP basis

• 2 nights’ hotel accommodation in Kathmandu in a twin sharing room on bed and breakfast basis

• Pickup from Kodari – Kathmandu by private vehicle

Excludes

• International airfare& taxes

• Meals not mentioned in the itinerary

• Items of personal nature such as bar bills, alcoholic beverages, laundry, telephone calls, extra mileage, personal gratuities as tips to guide, porters, drivers etc

• Personal insurance policy – suggested a comprehensive travel insurance covering tour and flight cancellations, loss of valuables, thefts, illness, accidents and hospitalization; and most of all Emergency Helicopter Evacuation

• Expenses incurred by re-routing, inclement weather, floods, famine, political disruptions, strikes, riots and other disturbances

• Any items and services that are not mentioned on cost inclusions

Itinerary

Day 1 Arrive in Lhasa

Day 2 In Lhasa

Day 3 In Lhasa

Day 4 Drive to Shigatse via Gyantse

Day 5 Drive to Shegar

Day 6 Drive to Rongbuk, visit Everest Base Camp

Day 7 Drive to Zhangmu

Day 8 Drive to Dhulikhel

Day 9 Drive to Kathmandu

Day 10 In Kathmandu

Day 11 Final Departure

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Skeleton Itinerary

Day 1 Arrive In Paro

Day 2 Trek to Jele Dzong

Day 3 Trek to Jangchulakha

Day 4 Trek to Jynetsho

Day 5 Trek to Phajoding

Day 6 Trek to Thimphu

Day 7 In Thimphu

Day 8 Drive to Punakha

Day 9 In Punakha & Drive to Paro

Day 10 Final Departure