Arrival City
Lhasa
Tour Availability
Available

Overview

An epic trans-Himalayan tour from Lhasa to Kathmandu, a mere 1,300 km away, is an exciting adventure rendered even more special by our outstanding local leaders and attentive services. As you explore the exotic lives of local Tibetans and discover Buddhist sites from Lhasa to Shigatse and marvel at the world’s highest peak at EBC from close quarters, a one-stop jeep transfer across the Kyirong border will add to your thrill of strolling along the turquoise holy lakes before descending into Kathmandu. With being the only local Tibetan agency based in both cities, we promise you a memorable journey that surpasses all expectations.

For a thrilling, memorable journey from Tibet’s iconic Plateau to the vibrant Kathmandu Valley, our 7-day overland tour from Lhasa to Kathmandu is sure to satisfy. Here at our local travel agency, we offer free services for Tibet Travel Permit and flight/train booking to Lhasa. Plus, our Tibetan and Nepali guides will ensure your border transfer runs smoothly and seamlessly. We personally select high quality hotels for you to choose from and guarantee your safety every step of the way so you can spend each moment without worry!

Day 1 :

Arrival in Lhasa (Alt: 3650m)

The guide will greet you upon arrival in Lhasa by train or flight, and take you to your hotel. During your journey to Lhasa, tourists will be able to see the Yarlung Tsangpo River/Bhamaputra River (the longest and largest river in Tibet) and the Lhasa river. After arriving in Lhasa, you should take some time to acclimatize yourself to high altitudes. You can go to Potala Square to enjoy the fountain with different colors and take amazing photos of the Potala and around.
Accommodation: Ganggyen Hotel (4Star)

Day 2 :

Visit Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple and Barkhor Street (Alt: 3650m)

Today's tour begins with a visit to the Potala Palace, which serves as the winter residence of Tibet's Dalai Lamas and has belonged to them since the 7th Century. It is home to several valuable artifacts, including the ornate burial stupas of former Dalai Lamas and the meditation Cave of their 33rd great king.

Then, you will enjoy lunch before journeying to Jokhang Temple, founded by the same king in the 7th century. Here, you can admire the statue of Buddha Sakyamuni at the age of twelve and observe pilgrims paying tribute around its exterior walls. Barkhor Street is located nearby, offering an opportunity for kora (a religious circle made around particular structures or mountains) with locals and other believers, as well as a chance to explore its traditional marketplaces.
Accommodation: Ganggyen Hotel (4Star)

Day 3 :

Explore Village Dra-dong and Sera Monastery (Alt: 3650m)

You'll be visiting Dra-dong Village - 25 kilometers southwest of Lhasa's downtown - the most picturesque village in the area. During your stay, take a look around and get a glimpse of life in rural Lhasa; don't forget to check out the 11th century Nyimatang Monastery and have lunch with a local Tibetan family.

Come afternoon, you'll be welcomed at Sera Monastery, one of Tibet's 'great three' Gelug monasteries. Take some time to observe monks debating between 3-5 pm, explore the Tibetan religious scripture printing house, as well as admire three sand Mandalas and the attractively painted Rock Painting of Buddha.
Accommodation: Ganggyen Hotel (4Star)

Day 4 :

Heading to Shigatse via Gyantse (Max. Alt: 3900m)

Take a drive from Lhasa to Shigatse by way of Gampala Pass (4790 m), offering a glimpse of Yamdrok-tso (4400m), surrounded by snow-capped mountains with a picturesque view of Holy Mount Nyenchen Khangsar (7191m). Be sure to observe Korola Glacier by the roadside and hang a prayer flag at Manak Dam Lake's Simila Mountain Pass. We'll then arrive in Gyantse, historically Tibet's third largest city, where we can visit Pelkor Monastery and Gyantse Kumbum for an even better view of Gyangtse Fortress.

After about one and a half hours driving, we will get to Shigatse, which is the second largest city in Tibet. You can explore its traditional Barley Mill and the vast Barley Fields in summer here.
Accommodation: Gesar Hotel (Luxury Tibetan Cultural styled hotel)

Day 5 :

Heading to Mt. Everest Base Camp (Max. Alt: 5248m)

In the morning, we will visit Tashilunpo Monastery, the home of Panchan Lama. After obtaining your Alien's travel permit in Shigatse, we'll head to Lhatse, a small town where you can stop for lunch. We will then make our way through Tsola Pass (4600M), Gyatsola Pass (5248M) and Gawula Pass (5198M) as we enter Mt. Everest National Nature Reserve.

Once at Everest Base Camp (5200m), you may get closer to gaze upon the spectacular golden peak of Mt. Everest - if time and weather permits - in the evening sunset from the lodging area.
Accommodation: Tent Guesthouse or clean hotel at Tashizom Village

Day 6 :

Set to Kyirong Border and transfer to Kathmandu (Max. Alt: 2300m)

Early in the morning, if weather permits, you can witness the beautiful sunrise atop Everest Peak from the lodging area. A one of a kind experience awaits at Rongbuk Monastery where monks and nuns live side by side. After that, we can head to Everest Base Camp for spectacular photo opportunities at the closest distance.

On our way to Kyirong border, travelers will be left breathless by breathtaking views Mt. Shishapangma and Pekutso Lake has to offer. As we pass Ghungtang Lhamo (5236M), we will arrive in Kyirong in late afternoon.
Accommodation: A clean hotel in Gyirong Town

Day 7 :

Cross Border and Transfer to Kathmandu (Max. Alt: 2300m)

Our Tibetan guide will assist you to exit border.

A Nepal Entry Visa can be processable on arrival for $30 for a 15-day tourist visa once you cross the border into Nepal. You can easily find jeeps and buses from the Nepalese border town to Kathmandu City. You will pass through the stunning Langtang National Park as you travel 149km from the border to Kathmandu.