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Kathmandu– Lhasa Overland Tour |
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It offers a spectacular insight into the life and culture of these friendly people. From the ancient monasteries with counting monks to the tranquil shores of the Turquoise Lake Yamdrork. This trip has it all concluding with the breathtaking trans-Himalaya flight Nepal to Lhasa. The trip start early fly to Lhasa, airport pick up and transfer to the hotel and brief about further trip arrangement for example sightseeing in Lhasa then continue visiting monasteries on the way in Gyantse, Shigatse, Sakya monastery, with Tibetan guide and Latest model jeep. The distance Kathamnadu/Friendship Bridge, Kodarii (Nepal-Tibet border)is approx 116 kms. And takes 5 hours drive completing immigration formalities on the Nepal side Border meet Tibatain Guide and Jeep and drive to Zhangmu Immirgration (China) which is approx. 11Kms. After Immigration formalities your Tibetan guide takes care of your entire tour arrangements till your departure: Lhasa/Kathmandu.
Tibet a place for the traveler to cast away any preconceptions you may have and join in the journey of discovery along the way... at least for a while. We have designed a several tours to suit of interests although we are always open to create new ideas and as per our clients requirement |
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Day to day itineray
Day 01- Arrival in Kathmandu Airport (1345meters).
There you will be met by our Airport Representative and transferred to hotel by private tourist vehicle. Overnight at hotel.
Day 02- Sightseeing around Kathmandu Valley.
Your sightseeing trip will start at 9 AM in the morning after breakfast. We provide a private vehicle and professional tour guide. Places we visit are Pasupatinath temple, Buddhanath, Monkey temple, Bhaktpur durbar square and Kathmandu durbar square. The afternoon includes a final briefing and preparations for the tour. Overnight at hotel.
Day 03- Kathmandu - Zhangmu (2300m) - 123 Kms.
Early morning drive to Kodari. After doing immigration and custom formalities drive uphill to Zhangmu Immigration Post. O/nt at Hotel Zhangmu
Day 04- Zhangmu - Xegar (4350m)- 244 Kms.
Drive to Xegar crossing Nyalamu Pass (3800m) & LALUNG LA PASS (5050m). This drive offers fantastic view of the high mountains including Everest (8848m). O/nt at Hotel Xegar.
Day 05- Xegar - Xigatse (3900m) - 244 Kms.
Drive (Approx 8 hrs) to Xigatse. Xigatse has the famous Tashilunpo Monastery and the seat of Panchen lama. O/nt at Hotel Xigatse.
Day 06- Xigatse - Gyantse (3900m)-90 Kms.
In the morning visit Tashilunpo Monastery and the free market of Xigatse. In the afternoon drive to Gyantse and visit Phalkor Monastery and Khumbum Stupa. O/nt. at Hotel Gyantse.
Day 07- Gyantse - Lhasa (3650m)- 259 Kms.
The drive to Lhasa takes 08 hours crossing two passes - THE KARO LA (5010 M.) AND KAMBA LA (4794m.) via Yamdrok Tso lake. O/nt in Lhasa.
Day 07 - 08 - Lhasa Sightseeing Tour.
Visit The Potala & Norbulinka Palace, Drepung & Sera Monastery, Jokhang Temple & Barkhor Bazaar.
Day 09- Fly to Kathmandu from Lhasa.
Transfer to Gongar Airport for your return flight to Kathmandu. Overnight at hotel. If you are interested in continuing onto Chitwan Jungle Safari, River Rafting Adventure, Kathmandu Shopping Tour or Scenic Everest Flight.
Day 10- Transfer for your final flight departure.
The trip ends, our Airport Representative will drop you to the Kathmandu International Airport for your flight departure from Nepal. |
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| Price for the Above Program: USD $
1310/person (Minimum 4 person) |
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The Above Price Includes:
- Airport / Hotel / Airport pick up & drop by private car /
van / bus.
- Standard twin sharing accommodation in four star hotel in
Kathmandu breakfast included. (3 nights)
- Guided city tour in Kathmandu by private car / van /
bus.
- Basic hotel accommodation during the Tibet tour
breakfast included. (Mostly twin sharing room)
- A government licensed English speaking Tibetan Guide
during the tour.
- The required number of tour staff during the tour.
- Food, accommodation, salary, insurance, equipment,
medicine for all staff.
- Land cruiser (4WD) and Support truck during the
Tibet Tour.
- Kodari boarder (Friendship Bridge) transfers and
pick up by A/C Bus.
- Flight cost from Lhasa to Kathmandu.
- Tibet entry permission, Chinese visa, monasteries
entry fees etc.
- Surface transfer from and to Kathmandu.
- All our government taxes.
- Official expense.
The Above Price Doesn't Includes:
- Lunch and dinner (allow US$12 to 20 per person per
day).
- Your travel insurance (compulsory).
- International airfare to and from Nepal and airport
departure tax.
- Nepal Tourist Visa fee US$ 25 or equivalent foreign
currency with multiple entry for 15 days, US$ 40 or equivalent
foreign currency with multiple entry for 30 days.
- Items of a personal nature such as alcoholic drinks,
cold drinks, laundry.
- Personal trekking Equipment.
- Internet, telephone call, tips for guide, driver and
staff.
- Any others expenses which are not mentioned on Price
Includes section.
- Nepal Re- Entry Visa Fee.
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| Tour Duration |
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9 night 10 days |
| Best Season |
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March, April, May, June, July, August, Sept,
Oct |
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| Related Information:
CHINESE VISA & TRAVEL PERMIT:
You are requested to submit us the following passport
information at least 20 days before trip departure for visa
procedure. At least 2 days before tour commencement, original
passports must reach to our office in Kathmandu.
1. Name in full (as in passport)
2. Sex
3. Nationality
4. Passport Number
5. Date of birth
6. Occupation
TEMPERATURE & CLOTHING
Tibet will have it's average temperature between 5-20 degree
Celsius in the month of April through October. During trekking
season, the night temperature in the mountain often falls below
freezing. Therefore, you are required to have adequate warm
clothes to save from extreme cold. Further, it will be better to
dress in layers that can be easily put on & off as required. It
is often advisable to carry raincoat because snow or rain can
also occur sometimes.
CLOTHING & ACCESSORIES RECOMMENDED:-
Thermal underwear, woolen or silk long sleeve tops & bottoms
Woolen shirts, pullover, pants, socks, hat, gloves & scarves
Down jacket or wind breaker
Good walking boots or shoes
Sun hat, sun glass, suntan lotion, torch light, pen knife
Medicine for common colds, headache, diarrhea & diamox against
altitude sickness.
HEALTH
It is necessary to be physically fit & healthy for the
participate on Tibet tour. Even if, there is no particular age
limit guideline, child below 8 years or elderly people exceeding
70 years or more are not advisable to take participation.
Doctor's medical certificate is essential for trip
participation. Further more, those who are sufferer of high
blood pressure, heart problem or diabetic are not recommending
for tour.
INSURANCE
It is most advisable all clients to have full insurance
against medical and person accident risk, natural calamities,
political instability, etc.
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