Book Kathmandu Lhasa Overland Tour in the budget to explore the roof of the world. 7 Night 8 Days Overland Tour from Kathmandu to Lhasa – the capital of Tibet is one of the life-time journeys where you can explore the fascinating lifestyle, culture, history of Tibetan people.
Tour Name | Kathmandu Lhasa Overland Tour |
Trip Days | 7 Nights 8 Days |
Lhasa Overland Tour Starts from | Kathmandu |
Lhasa Overland Tour Ends at | Kathmandu/Beijing/Chengdu/Shanghai – Mainland China |
Meal Plan | Bed and Breakfast |
Tour Guide | English Speaking Tibetan Guide |
Lhasa Tour Transportation | Drive-in Fly Out |
Tibet Travel Permit | Included in the Rate |
Tibet, a sacred place in the sky, embraced by nature. Its central city, Lhasa, is about 3,650 meters above sea level and is a Tibetan Buddhist sacred place which means “land of God” in Tibetan. The main attraction of Kathmandu Lhasa Overland Tour is Potala Palace, Norbulingka Palace, Sera Monastery, Barkhor Market, Drepung Monastery, Summer Palace of Dalai Lama and Jokhang Temple.
The Dalai Lama palace was built in the 17th century. Potala means sanctuary in Sanskrit, and Buddhist pilgrimages are endless. It is also registered as a World Heritage Site. And the other attraction of this tour is Norbulingka. It is a garden that the Dalai Lama VII landscaping, meaning “garden of jewels” in Tibetan. There is a summer residence of successive Dalai Lama. world Heritage.
7 Nights 8 Days Kathmandu to Lhasa Overland Tour is drive in fly out tour package. Kathmandu Lhasa, Tibet tour starts from Kathmandu, Nepal and also ends in Kathmandu. You will take a beautiful drive from Kathmandu to Lhasa and fly back to Kathmandu from Tibet airport.
Kathmandu Lhasa Overland Tour Highlights
- Scenic Drive from Kathmandu to Lhasa
- Culture Program in Lhasa, Tibet
- Lhasa City Sightseeing
- Hospitality of Tibet
- Buddhist Culture
- History of Dalai Lama
- Exploring the Roof of the World
- Potala Palace
- Norbulingka Palace
- Sera Monastery
- Drepung Monastery
- Jokhang Temple
Kathmandu Lhasa Overland Tour via Kerung for 7 Nights 8 Days takes a road of Friendship Highway between Kathmandu and Lhasa. The total road journey is 1000 KM is distance. This is one of the popular travel route between Kathmandu to Lhasa. You need to pass the custom in Nepal – China border to enter Tibet from Nepal.
The tourist attractions in Lhasa, Tibet is mainly related to Buddhist culture. Potala Palace has been the residence of the Tibetan ruler (Dalai Lama) for centuries. Quite unlike any other part of the world, the city is surrounded by Buddhist monasteries, temples, monasteries, and monasteries.
Lhasa has a rich Tibetan culture and is the political, economic and religious center of Tibet. Blue skies, clear rivers, fresh air, and warm sunlight attract tourists from all over the world. Lhasa is not only a sanctuary for Buddhists in Tibet but also a sanctuary for many travelers.
Outline Itinerary of Kathmandu Lhasa Overland Tour
Day 01: Kathmandu (1310m) – Kerung Border (2800m) 185Km: 06-07 Hours Drive
Day 02: Kerung/Gyirong Town (2800m) – Tingri (4,300m)/ Lhatse (4,350m) 370 Km: 05-06 Hours Drive.
Day 03: Tingri (4,300m)/ Lhatse (4,350m) – Shigatse (3,900m) 235Km/ 265Km: 05-06 Hours Drive.
Day 04: Shigatse (3,900m) – Gyantse (3,950m) 90Km : (04-05) Hours Drive
Day 05: Gyantse (3,950m) – Lhasa(3,650m) 261 Km: 05-06 Hours Drive
Day 06: First Day of Sightseeing Tour in Lhasa (3,600m)
Day 07: Second Day of Sightseeing Tour in Lhasa (3,600m)
Day 08: Lhasa to Kathmandu or Mainland China (Beijing/Chengdu/Shanghai)
Best time for Kathmandu Lhasa Overland Tour
The best season to travel is from April to October. Among them, the best time is from June to September (July and August are crowded). Tibet is divided into two seasons, dry and wet. The dry season is from September to June, during which time there is little precipitation and little snow falls in urban areas.
During this time, it is very dry, and there are many strong winds. When the wind blows, the sand soars and the stones roll, making it impossible to open your eyes and making it difficult to walk. From June to September, when the dry season ends, the Tibetan wet season rains almost daily, but strangely, it only rains at night.
At night, light rain starts to fall, and there is no heavy rain, and the precipitation time is not long. During this time, Tibet has the highest oxygen concentration and the best temperature, making it the best choice for traveling in Tibet.
Kathmandu Lhasa Overland Tour – Cost Includes
- Airport transfer as per itinerary
- Accommodation in Twin Sharing basis
- Daily buffet Breakfast
- English Speaking Tibetan Guide
- Private Transportation (Van/Mini Bus)
- Sightseeing and Monastery Entrance Fee as per an itinerary
- Tibet Travel Permit
- All Government Taxes and Service Charges
Kathmandu Lhasa Overland Tour – Cost Excludes
- Lunch and Dinner
- Tibet Group Paper Visa Fee ($85 & Extra $90 for US and Canadian)
- Train or Air Fare of any Sector
- Insurance of any Kind
- Natural or Political Disturbances which are beyond our Control
- Personal Expenses such as Drinks, Tip for driver, Guide – Expected
- Extended Stay if require