Tibet is open to international tourists after the 3-year long closer due to Covid-19 Pandemic TIBET- the roof of the world; Every travel enthusiast has a dream to visit this excellent Himalayan destination. Tibet is a vast land, and you can't see all of it in a single trip. Almost everyone visits Lhasa, Tibet's holy city, which still has a lovely old town despite being at the forefront of Chinese-led modernization. Tibet is simply one of the most remarkable places in Asia. It offers fabulous monasteries, stunning views of the world's highest peaks, and one of the most likable people you will ever meet. 7Nights 8Days Kathmandu Lhasa Overland Tour via Kerung is one of the famous itineraries to travel to Lhasa from Kathmandu overland economically. The bus tour from Kathmandu to Lhasa is the best and most economical way to explore the Tibetan highland and Lhasa, a…
TIBET– the roof of the world; Every travel enthusiast has a dream to visit this excellent Himalayan destination. Tibet is a vast land, and you can’t see all of it in a single trip. Almost everyone visits Lhasa, Tibet’s holy city, which still has a lovely old town despite being at the forefront of Chinese-led modernization. Tibet is simply one of the most remarkable places in Asia. It offers fabulous monasteries, stunning views of the world’s highest peaks, and one of the most likable people you will ever meet.
7Nights 8Days Kathmandu Lhasa Overland Tour via Kerung is one of the famous itineraries to travel to Lhasa from Kathmandu overland economically. The bus tour from Kathmandu to Lhasa is the best and most economical way to explore the Tibetan highland and Lhasa, a city of temples and monasteries. An approx. 1000 KM drive through Friendship Highway between Lhasa and Kathmandu is a classic overland journey and the most famous travelers’ route.
The Kathmandu Lhasa tour starts from Kathmandu, the capital of Nepal, and drives through the Rasuwagadi Kerung route (150 km). After completing the necessary border formalities at the Kerung border crossing, you will be met by a Tibetan guide and proceed with the Kathmandu Lhasa tour officially. The 7 nights 8 days Kathmandu Lhasa overland Tour goes through Tingri county with a beautiful view of Mt. Cho Oyu. The major attractions are a drive to Shigatse and a visit to the impressive Tashilhunpo Monastery and Khumbum and Phalkhor monasteries in Gyantse. From Gyantse, you can head straight to the coiling scorpion lake of Yamdrok-Tso.
The Lhasa sightseeing for two days gives you another impression of Tibet. There’s enough to see in and around Lhasa; Highlights include the Potala Palace (UNESCO World Heritage Site), the Jokhang Temple, and the Barkhor Pilgrimage circuit. The massive monastic institutions of Drepung and Sera lie on the edge of town.
Tibet Group Visa Check List
Please read: It is a MUST to arrive in Kathmandu on Tuesday to join the Tibet overland and start the tour on Saturday. The Embassy of China in Kathmandu holds your original passport for at least three working days (Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday) to process the Tibet Group Visa (TGV). Therefore, your arrival in Kathmandu, at least on Tuesday or early Wednesday, is required. Now, every application requires a Biometric, and the applicant must be present at the Chinese Embassy in Kathmandu after the visa application is submitted. As per the new regulation, there must be at least 4 people in a group to get the permit and visa for the Tibet tour.
Early in the Morning scenic drive to Kerung Border Nepal Tibet Border through the beautiful Nepalese countryside after necessary border formalities at Nepali immigration and crossing the bridge process for all necessary formalities in Chinese immigration continue the drive to Kerung Town. Stay Overnight at the Guest House.
Please read: It is a MUST to arrive in Kathmandu on Tuesday to join the Tibet overland and start the tour on Saturday. The Embassy of China in Kathmandu holds your original passport for at least three working days (Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday) to process the Tibet Group Visa (TGV). Therefore, your arrival in Kathmandu, at least on Tuesday or early Wednesday, is required. Now, every application requires a Biometric, and the applicant must be present at the Chinese Embassy in Kathmandu after the visa application is submitted. As per the new regulation, there must be at least 4 people in a group to get the permit and visa for the Tibet tour.
After Breakfast drive uphill to the height plateau of the world with the typical view of the Tibetan landscape offering the sheer feeling of standing off the roof of the world from where weather permitting, a breathtaking panorama of beautiful Himalayan ranges including Mt. Cho Oyu (8,201m) and Mt.Xishapangma (8,012m) but dwarfed by the vastness of the Tibetan plateau. From Tingri, one can enjoy the magnificence of Mt. Everest (8,848m) Stay Overnight at the Guest House.
After Breakfast continue to 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.
After Breakfast Morning Sightseeing at the Panchen Lama’s Tashilhumpu Monastery. Drive to Gyantse and visit Kumbum Stupa and Phalkhor Monastery. Stay Overnight at the Hotel.
After Breakfast full day picturesque drive crossing over Karo La (5,010m), Kambala (4,749m)
After breakfast, we proceed for a full-day sightseeing tour of Potala Palace and Jokhang Temple, Potala Palace; this legendary palace built atop a single hill is synonymous with Tibet by the first foremost king Songtsen Gompa. Jokhang Temple; situated in the heart of Old Lhasa, houses Tibet’s most precious religious relic, a golden Shakyamuni Buddha which was brought as a gift by the Chinese Princess Wen Cheng on the occasion of her wedding to the Tibetan King, Songtsen Gompo. After Sightseeing, you will be transferred to a hotel for you.
Overnight at the hotel in Lhasa
After breakfast full-day sightseeing tour of Sera Monastery, Drepung Monastery, and Barkhor Market. Sera Monastery; 5 Km north of Lhasa, Sera Monastery setting is one of Lhasa’s prettiest monasteries. Once a community of more than 5,000 monks resided here and was virtually extinguished by the Chinese. Drepung Monastery; On the slope of the Wuze Hill in Genbei Five kilometers northwest of Lhasa, the Drepung monastery was built in 1416 and is the largest of the monasteries of the Gelug Sect. Barkhor Market (Bazaar); the best-preserved street in Lhasa, Barkhor Street surrounds the Jokhang Monastery.
Some free time for shopping or your own activities. Overnight at hotel
After Breakfast drive to Gonggar Airport or Train Station for your departure flight to Kathmandu or to your onward destination.
Note: The direct flight from Lhasa to Kathmandu is yet to be scheduled (update May 2023). Therefore, we would have the following options after the tour ends in Lhasa.
Option A: Drive back to Kathmandu via the same route (3-4 days)
Option B: Fly Lhasa to Chengdu and take the next flight to Kathmandu
Option C: Take a train/flight to mainland China.
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Payment: A deposit of 30% of the total tour cost is required to book the tour with Himalayan Windows (HW). The remaining balance is to be paid three days prior to the departure date. Payment can be made via Wire Transfer or Credit Card. All credit card payments are securely processed and a bank fee applies.
Cancellation: For cancellations more than 30 days before the Tour Start Date, there will be no cancellation fee. If the cancellation happens within 29-4 days prior to the Tour Start Date, a charge of 30% of the total invoice amount will be applied. Cancellations occurring within 3 days or less of the start date or in the case of a no-show, 100% of the total invoice amount will be charged. Learn more about Terms and Conditions.
Accommodation: Accommodation is typically provided in twin rooms in cities, though a single supplement can be requested for an additional fee. During peak season, it can be difficult to find single or twin rooms in the mountains, so our lodges usually offer dormitory-style accommodation. Our priority is always to provide clean and safe rooms for our guests.
Meals: Our packages in Bhutan include full board meals, with breakfast, lunch, and dinner included. For treks, all meals are provided, but you will need to pay extra for drinking water and snacks.
Nepal Visa: If you are planning a trip to Nepal, you must have a valid passport and Nepal Visa. Depending on your country of origin, you may need to obtain a Nepal Tourist Visa before your arrival. To be eligible, your passport should be valid for a minimum of six months from your Tour Start Date. If you are planning on traveling to multiple countries on your trip, make sure to get a multi-entries Nepal Visa.
Bhutan Visa Clearance: All visitors to Bhutan must have a valid Bhutan Visa Clearance before their trip. To obtain it, you must submit a color-scanned copy of your passport, which must be valid for at least 6 months from the start date of your tour. Your tour operator will send you a Visa Clearance prior to your departure, which you must present at the Druk Air/Bhutan Airlines counter during check-in. Once you arrive at Paro Airport, your passport will be stamped with the original visa.
Tibet Group Visa (TGV): All travelers from any nation intending to go to Tibet from Nepal must obtain a Tibet Group Visa (TGV) in Kathmandu with the help of a tour operator. To ensure the successful application of the TGV, you should plan to arrive in Kathmandu 3-4 working days before your travel date. If you are coming from China, you will not require a TGV; instead, you will need a Chinese Visa and Permit. To find out more about the process of entering Tibet, please look into the Tibet entry procedure.
Nepal & Bhutan: Visiting Nepal and Bhutan at the same time is ideal as they share a similar climate. From high mountains to low land sub-tropical plains and jungles, the two countries have similar weather. The best time to visit is from March to April (spring) and October to December (autumn and early winter). During these months, the air is clean and fresh with sunny skies. January and February are colder months, while June, July, and August (summer) are typically monsoon seasons.
Tibet: It is best to visit Tibet between April and October when the weather is warm and the skies are clear. However, from November to March, it is still possible to explore certain areas like Namtso, Everest Base Camp, and Mount Kailash, as long as the roads are not blocked by snow. Temperatures during this time may be quite cold.
HimalayanWindows strongly recommends that anyone planning to travel in the Himalayas purchase Travel Insurance. This policy will provide coverage in the case of medical emergencies, evacuation, theft, loss of belongings, and last-minute tour/ticket cancellations. Having this protection in place will help ensure that your trip is safe and enjoyable.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Tibet tour Where is Tibet? Tibet is situated in the South-West of China, also bordering Nepal, India, Burma, and Bhutan. The historical territory of Tibet would make it the world's tenth-largest nation. Tibet is under China's occupation and has been divided, renamed, and incorporated into Chinese Provinces. If China refers to Tibet, It means only part of historical Tibet, which it names China's Tibet Autonomous… Read More »
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Nepal Tour and Trekking Do I Need A Visa To Enter Nepal? Yes, all foreigners, Except Indians, need a Nepalese visa to enter Nepal. Most nationals can get an on-arrival visa at the TIA airport. However, it is advised to consult with your nearby Embassy or Consulate of Nepal. What do I need to get my visa? You need to have a valid passport, some… Read More »
