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Overland Tour from Lhasa to Kathmandu in 7 Days

Overland Tour from Lhasa to Kathmandu in 7 Days

Lhasa / Gyantse / Shigatse / EBC / Kathmandu

7 DaysDuration
2-12 paxGroup Size
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from: $950
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Highlights

Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, Barkhor Street, Drepung Monastery, Sera Monastery, Yamdrok Lake, Karola Glacier, Pelkor Monastery, Tashilhunpo Monastery, Rongbuk Monastery, Everest Base Camp, Peikutso Lake

Brief Introduction

Travel from Lhasa to Kathmandu via Everest Base Camp adventure tour includes featured historic sites and natural beauty in Tibet. Taking a ‘heart beating’ walk at the Everest Base Camp, gazing at the mysterious north face of mighty Mt. Everest, watching the snowcapped majestic Himalayan mountain range passing by, you will feel the power of the nature and your spirit will be cleansing. That’s the meaning of travelling in Tibet!

Itinerary Details

Day 1: Arrive in Lhasa(3600m)

Included meal: None

Welcome to Tibet! Meet your local Tibetan guide in Lhasa airport or train station. The afternoon is for you to rest and adjust to the high altitude.

Day 2: Guided tour of Lhasa

Included meal: Breakfast, Dinner

View the landmarks of Tibet’s holy and sunny capital on a guided sightseeing tour.

Visit the Potala Palace perched on the Red Mountain in the center of Lhasa, once served as the winter palace of Dalai Lama in the 7th Century

See the Jokhang Temple, the spiritual heart of Tibet

Wander about on Barkhor Street which is the holy ritual circuit for Tibetan pilgrims as well as a bustling walking street lined with small shops

Sit down to an included dinner with your group

Enjoy a free evening in Lhasa to explore at your own pace.

Barkhor Street
Barkhor Street

Day 3: Guided tour of Lhasa

Included meal: Breakfast

Another day to immerse in Tibet’s Buddhism and culture.

Drive 8 km west of Lhasa to visit the Drepung Monastery, one of the three “pillars of Tibet”

Witness the monks debating in Sera Monastery, one of the great Gelugpa monasteries just like Drepung Monastery

Drink a cup of sweat tea or butter tea in local tea house just like the local Tibetans do

Spend a free afternoon exploring the city on your own.

Sera Monastery
Sera Monastery

Day 4: Lhasa-Gyantse(3980m)-Shigatse(3840m)(360km, about 6 hours)

Included meal: Breakfast

Drive to Shigatse, the second biggest city of Tibet.

Drive through Kambala Pass at a height of 4794m which is the first point to enjoy the great beauty of the Yamdrok Lake

Have a close touch with the Yamdrok Lake by going to the lakeside

Stop by the Karola Glacier, one of Tibet's three major continental glaciers

Visit the Pelkor Monastery that have the architecture characteristics of Han, Tibet and Nepal

Stay overnight in Shigatse and have a good sleep. There will be long driving the next day.

Namtso Lake
Namtso Lake

Day 5: Shigatse-Rongbuk(4980m)-Everest Base Camp(5150m)(350km, about 8-9 hours)

Included meal: Breakfast

Forward to the Everest Base Camp today. Be prepared for the stunning scenery along the way. (Your guide will do the PSB application in the morning which might takes about 1.5hours.)

Explore the Tashilhunpo Monastery, one of the Great Four centers of the Gelugpa tradition and the seat of the successive lineage of the Panchen Lamas

Drive through the Gyatso-La Pass & Gawu-La Pass where you can see the extraordinary view of the Himalayan Range and the main peaks such as Mt. Makalu [8463m], Mt. Lhotse [8516m], Mt. Everest [8844m], Mt. Cho Oyu [8201m] and Mt. Shishapama [8020m]

Pay a visit to the Rongbuk Monastery, the highest monastery in the world with the residence of both monks and nuns

Enjoy the great beauty of the Mt. Everest and the nearby mountains, the tranquil and starry night

Tonight stay in the Rongbuk Guesthouse or tent guesthouse.

Tashilhunpo Monastery
Tashilhunpo Monastery

Day 6: Everest Base Camp-Gyirong(2900m) (370km, about 7 hours)

Included meal: None

Get up early to catch up the sunrise and shoot great pictures. Head towards Gyirong.

Stop by Peikutso Lake, the biggest lake in Shigatse area, where you might encounter Tibetan Wild Donkey, Black-necked Crane, Bar-headed Goose etc.

Stay in Gyirong town tonight.

Everest Base Camp
Everest Base Camp

Day 7: Gyirong Port Send off

Included meal: Breakfast

Your Tibetan guide will see you off in the China and Nepal border. Once crossing the border, you need to arrange your entry into Nepal yourself. If needed, we can also arrange transfer to Kathmandu with extra fee. Thanks for traveling with GROUPTIBETTOUR.

Includes & Excludes

What's included in this price?
Tibet Permit application and delivery
Airport and train station pick up and send off in Lhasa at specific times(3 times free airport pickup a day, train station pickup is always free)
Well-maintained vehicle(vehicle size to be decided according to the final group numbers)
Three star hotel for twin beds room
5 Breakfasts and 1 welcome dinner
All entrance fee to the scenic spots listed above, including the eco-bus to the Base Camp
Experienced English-speaking local Tibetan guide
Government tax and service charge
Bottled water each day
Tourist accidental insurance
Oxygen supply in the vehicle
What's excluded in this price?
Transportation to and out of Lhasa
Meals not mentioned in the program
Tips to the guide and driver
Other personal expense
Service on Nepal side

Date & Price

Group Tour Departure Dates for 2023
Apr 1 8 15 20 24 29    
May 1 6 9 13 17 21 28  
Jun 1 4 11 15 20 25    
Jul 2 9 13 20 27      
Aug 3 10 17 24 31      
Sep 4 7 11 16 21 25 30  
Oct 2 7 12 16 21 26 30  
Nov 5 12 19 26        
Dec 3 10 17 24 31      

Price Quotation:

Comfortable Class Jan. to Mar. Apr. to Jun. Jul. to Aug. Sept. to Oct. Nov. to Dec.
price/person (USD) 950 1000 1135 1085 980
price/person (CNY) 6650 7000 7945 7595 6860

Single Supplement:

The above quotations are based on two tourists sharing one twin room. If anyone need a single room, the single room suppliment will be added.

Comfortable Class Jan. to Mar. Apr. to Jun. Jul. to Aug. Sept. to Oct. Nov. to Dec.
price/person (USD) 105 120 139 139 105
price/person (CNY) 740 840 970 970 740
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Why Choose Us

Each of our tours is intensively designed inclusive of the very best landmarks and attractions. All our tour groups max out at 12 people, so that every tourist’s needs can be considerably catered for. More reasons for why taking a Tibet tour with us? Check out below.

Our Strengths
Unbeatable Price & Great Service
100% Tibet Permit Guarantee
English-speaking Tibetan Guide
No Shopping & No Hidden Cost
Free Cancellation 
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Thank you for all your help organising our trip to Tibet.

We had a fantastic time, and thought that Dondrup was a superb guide – very knowledgeable and friendly, while Dawa was a great driver and always very helpful. Thank you again – we will be recommending you to our friends.

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