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Tibet / Lhasa Overland Jeep Tour (Drive in Drive out (Every Saturday) With Group

  • Trip Code Icon Trip Code: TBT-02
  • Calendar Icon Trip Duration: 7 night 8 Days Days
  • Destination Icon Destination: Tibet
  • Group Size Icon Group Size: min 2
  • Season Icon Season: Any
  • Max Altitude Icon Max Altitude:
  • Trip Start/End Icon Trip Starts/Ends: Kathmandu to Kathmandu
  • Transportation Icon Transportation: Jeep / Van / Bus
  • Accommodation Icon Accommodation: Hotel / Guest House
  • Trip Grade Icon Trip Grade: Modorate

OVERVIEW

7 Nights / 8 Days Drive In – Drive Out

Kathmandu – Kyirong – Tingri – Shigatse – Gyantse – Lhasa – Kyirong – Kathmandu

Group joining Cost per person 1055.00

Required Document:

01: Passport scan copy at least 25 Days before of travel Date 

02:  Original Passport at least three (Official Days) days before of travel date

03: Passport size photo white background at least 6 month old

Single supplement USD 315.00 per room for 7 Night per night 45 per night

Note: Single supplement: 315

Note: – Above Cost is Net per Person Basis. Flight Fare and Visa Fee will be extra

Visa Fee US$:-125.00(extra $ 100 for USA, Canadian, Argentina & Romania)

In any one intending fly back from Lhasa to Kathmandu instead drive back same way, Flight fare USD 495.00 Extra.

Tour Highlights

  • Spectacular overland journey across the world’s highest plateau.

  • Cross the Nepal–Tibet border through the scenic Kyirong Valley.

  • Visit Tibet’s cultural and spiritual capital, Lhasa.

  • Explore the magnificent Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, Barkhor Bazaar, Drepung and Sera Monasteries.

  • Visit Tashilhunpo Monastery, the seat of the Panchen Lama.

  • Drive beside the sacred Yamdrok Lake.

  • Enjoy breathtaking Himalayan views including Mt. Shishapangma (8,012 m) and Mt. Cho Oyu (8,201 m).

About Tibet

Tibet is a beautiful land located on the highest plateau in the world. It is often called the “Roof of the World” because its average altitude is over 4,500 meters (14,764 feet) above sea level. Tibet is surrounded by the mighty Himalayas and many of the world’s highest mountains.

Today, Tibet is officially known as the Tibet Autonomous Region (TAR) of China. It shares borders with Nepal, India, Bhutan, and several Chinese provinces.

Tibet is famous for its snow-covered mountains, vast grasslands, crystal-clear lakes, colorful monasteries, and unique Buddhist culture. The people of Tibet are warm, friendly, and deeply religious. Their daily life is closely connected with Buddhism, prayer, and respect for nature.

The climate in Tibet is generally dry and cool. Even during summer, the weather can change quickly. Days are usually sunny, while mornings and evenings can be cold. Because of the high altitude, the sunlight is very strong, and visitors should always wear sunglasses, sunscreen, and warm clothing.

Tibet is also the source of many of Asia’s great rivers, including the Brahmaputra, Indus, Sutlej, Mekong, Yangtze, and Yellow River. These rivers provide water to millions of people across the continent.

For many centuries, Tibet has been a center of spirituality, meditation, and pilgrimage. People from different religions visit Tibet to experience its peaceful atmosphere and sacred places.

About Lhasa – The Holy City of Tibet

Lhasa is the capital and spiritual heart of Tibet. The word “Lhasa” means “Place of the Gods.”

Situated at an altitude of about 3,656 meters (11,995 feet), Lhasa has been an important religious and cultural center for over one thousand years.

The city is home to magnificent monasteries, ancient temples, and traditional Tibetan markets. Pilgrims from across Tibet and neighboring countries visit Lhasa to offer prayers and seek blessings.

Among its most famous landmarks are the Potala Palace, the former winter residence of the Dalai Lamas, and the Jokhang Temple, considered the holiest temple in Tibetan Buddhism.

Walking around the sacred Barkhor Street, visitors can experience Tibetan culture through prayer wheels, incense, traditional crafts, and the devotion of pilgrims performing full-body prostrations.

Lhasa beautifully combines history, religion, and everyday life, making it one of the world’s most remarkable spiritual cities.

ITINENARY

Itinerary of Tibet / Lhasa Overland Jeep Tour (Drive in Drive out (Every Saturday) With Group

Early in the Morning scenic drive to Kerung Border Nepal Tibet Border through the beautiful Nepalese countryside and after necessary border formalities at Nepali immigration and cross the bridge process for all necessary formalities in Chinese immigration continue drive to Keung Town at Hotel Kerung Hotel

Kathmandu → Kyirong (Kerung)
Distance: 145 km (90 miles)
Driving Time: 6–7 hours

Altitude:

Kathmandu: 1,350 m (4,429 ft)
Kyirong: 2,700 m (8,858 ft)
Road Condition
The Nepal section follows the Pasang Lhamu Highway. Roads are mostly blacktopped but become narrow and winding after Trishuli. During the monsoon there may be occasional landslides or rough sections. After crossing the border, roads in Tibet are wide and well-maintained.
Geography
Travel through lush river valleys, terraced hillsides, pine forests, and deep Himalayan gorges before entering the Kyirong Valley.
Climate
Warm and humid in Kathmandu.
Cool and pleasant in Kyirong, particularly in the evening.
Flora
• Pine
• Oak
• Rhododendron
• Bamboo
• Wild orchids
Fauna
• Himalayan Monal
• Langur monkeys
• Musk deer
• Various mountain birds
Overnight
Hotel in Kyirong

After Breakfast drive uphill to the height plateau of the world with the typical view of Tibetan landscape offering sheer feeling of standing of the roof of the world from where weather permitting, breathtaking panorama of beautiful Himalayan ranges including Mt. Cho Oyu (8,201m) and Mt.Xishapangma (8,012m) on the way see to Pikucho lake overnight at Hotel

After Breakfast continue drive scenic crossing over Gyatchu La(5,220m),the highest pass en route to Lhasa via Lhatse from where a road to Mt.Kailash Bifurcates to the west. Stay overnight at Hotel  Yak Hotel

After Breakfast Morning Sightseeing to the Panchen Lama’s Tashilhumpu Monastery. Drive to  Lhasa via Gyantse Yamdrok- Tso Lake and the Tibetan lifeline river Brahma Putra (Yarlung Tsangpo).Stay Overnight at  Hotel In Lhasa Yak hotel

Cost Includes

  • Transportation by van/ bus
  • Tibet travel permit.
  • English speaking Tibetan guide
  • Accommodation on twin sharing room basis.
  • Sightseeing and monastery entrance fees as per our itinerary.
  • Daily breakfast.
  • Border pick up and Drop

Cost Excludes

  • Client and travel insurance and Unseen natural problem
  • Lunch and dinner.
  • Personal expenses such as a drink, tips& etc. If Lhasa to Chain ticket is extra ( Flight / Train)

More Information

  • Passport scan copy at least 25 Days before of travel Date
  • Original Passport at least three (Official Days) days before of travel date
  • Passport size photo white background at least 6 month old
  • Trip Code: TBT-02
  • Trip Duration: 7 night 8 Days Days
  • Destination: Tibet
  • Group Size: min 2
  • Season: Any
  • Max Altitude:
  • Trip Starts/Ends: Kathmandu to Kathmandu
  • Transportation: Jeep / Van / Bus
  • Accomodation: Hotel / Guest House
  • Trip Grade: Modorate