Tibet Overland Tour

Tibet

Tibet Overland Tour

Everest Trek

Tour Duration: 11 nights / 12 days
Departure day for Tibet: Every Saturday (on budget tour – joining group basis) / Every Tuesday & Saturday (on private group tour basis).

This is an Adventure trip for travelers on a limited time & Budget. The breathtaking overland route from Kathmandu to Lhasa offers truly spectacular views of the Himalayas, High mountain passes, ancient monasteries, fortresses & culture from a by gone era.

Tibet, the ancient 'Roof of the World' and the mystical Buddhist 'Kingdom of the Snows', has for centuries evoked images of a lost Shangri La. To this day, its stunning Himalayan views, high plateau, beautiful Buddhist monasteries and extraordinary people remain one of the world's great travel experiences.

Little is known of the beginnings of the Tibetan people. They originated from the nomadic, warlike tribes known as the Qiang. Chinese records of these tribes date back as far as the 2nd century BC. However, the people of Tibet were not to emerge as a politically united force until the 7th century AD.

Day to Day Itinerary for Tibet Overland Tour

Day1

KATHMANDU
Upon your arrival in KATMANDU(1000m/3280ft) Green Globe Travels and Tour will officially greet and meet you at Airport & transfer to you Delux Hotel. Free day & evening welcome dinner at any typical Nepalese Restaurant. O/N KATMANDU.

Day 2

KATMANDU
Half day guided city tours (tour includes Katmandu Durbar Square, Syambunath Stupa, Pashupati Nath Temple - Hindu Temple & Buddha Nath - The biggest Buddha Stupa in ancent Katmandu). Afternoon pre-trip discussion of next day trek.O/N KATMANDU.

Day 3

Drive Kathmandu to Zhangmu (altitude - 2300m/ 7,544ft)
Meeting at Nepal Trailblazer Trekking Company Trekking office at 6 AM. And 5 hour drive to Kodari (China / Nepal border) then onto Zhangmu. On the drive, you will see a variety of landscapes and mountains views as you pass through Nepal to Tibet. As well as the scenery, the Nepali and Tibetan market center of Khasa is of interest. Overnight stay at guesthouse or hotel.

Day 4

Zhangmu to Xegar (altitude - 4050m/ 13,284ft)
Drive from Zhangmu to Nylam through the Nylam passes at 3800 meters (12,464ft) and continue via Lalungla pass (5050m/ 16,564ft) to Xegar. Highlights of this drive are the views of the Bhotekosi River deep in the valley, waterfalls and the ever-present spectacular mountain scenery. Here you will see the Jugal mountain range, Mt. Xixapangma (at 8013m/ 26,282ft, the highest peak in Tibet), Mt. Makalu (8463m/ 27,766ft), Mt. Everest (8848m/ 29,028ft), Mt. Lhotse (8516m/ 27,940ft) and Mt. Cho-Oyu (8201m/ 26,899ft). Stay overnight in guesthouse or hotel.

Day 5

Xegar to Xigatse (altitude - 3900m/ 12,792ft)
This area is famous for the Tashilhunpo and Sakya monasteries.
Tashilhunpo monastery: The Tashilhunpo Monastery does justice to the term monastic city. It was founded in 1447 by Tsong Khapa's nephew and disciple, Gendundrub, who was the first Dalai Lama. Under the fourth Panchen Lama, it was substantially enlarged and became an important cultural and religious site. The main chapel contains a huge, 26 meter-high statute of the future Buddha. The monastery is grandly decorated with arts, ancient scriptures and scroll paintings.
Sakya monastery
The Sakya monastery originally consisted of two large complexes on either side of the Trum River. Both the north monastery, founded in the 11th century and Sakya south, founded in 1268 by Phagpa, have uniquely significant status with Tibetan pilgrims. The monastery offers you libraries of spiritual books as well as artwork and a chance to see the grand residence of the monks.

Day 6

Xigatse to Gyantse (altitude - 3950m/ 12,956ft)
Gyantse, lying 264 km southwest of Lhasa on the northern bank of the Nyang Chu River, is of historical significance. In the 15th century it served as the capital of a small kingdom. Today, Gyantse retains a deeply Tibetan character. The principle structures consist of a castle on a ridge overlooking the town and a walled monastic complex. The monastery includes the massive temple of Palkhor Chode and the great multi-chapel Kumbum Chorten. These religious monuments, part of Gyantse's ancient monastic town, contain some of the most extraordinary works of art in Tibet. Overnight in a guesthouse or hotel.

Day7

Gyantse to Lhasa (altitude - 3650m/ 11,972ft)
Drive from Gyantse through Karo-la pass at 5010 meters (16,432ft) and onto the Khambala pass at 4794 meters (15,729ft). The former climbs two lofty mountains, the Nozing khang sa (7223m/ 23,691ft) and the Ralung (6236m/ 20,454ft). On this day, you will also see the wonderful Yamdrok Tso Lake (turquoise lake) and the Brahmaputra River as well as the ever-present views of the interesting and unusual landscape. Spend the night in a guesthouse or hotel in Lhasa.

Day 8-9

Lhasa Tour
These days you will be engrossed with sightseeing and excursions of the Potala Palace, the Jokhang Temple, the near-by Barkhor market, Drepung Monastery, Sera Monastery and other fascinating places in Lhasa.

Day 10

96 km drive from Lhasa city to Gongar airport, then flight to Kathmandu: The flight will give you an eyeful of mountains; Mt Kanchenjunga (8586m/ 28,169ft), Mt. Everest (8848m/ 29.028ft), Mt. Makalu (8463m/ 27,766ft) and others.

Day 11

Sightseeing tour at Patan & Bhaktapur Durbar Square (Hotel).

Day 12

Departure.

Trip Cost Includes

Sightseeing tour in Kathmandu valley as per above programs.
Land transfer by Jeep.
Chinese visa, and Tibet travel permit.
English speaking guide during the tour.
Twin sharing accommodation during the tour (inclusive of breakfast).
Monasteries entry permits.
Lhasa city tour
Both way flight as per the above itinerary.

Trip Cost Does Not Includes

lunch/dinner/drinks/alcoholic beverages
Nepal visa
Nepal Re- entry visa
Travel insurance.

Facts About Trip

Activities :

Culture Tours, Sightseeing

Difficulty :

Easy

Trip Duration :

12 days

Accomodation :

Hotels & Guest Houses

Transportation :

Land Crusier & Plane to Lhasa

Operation :

Hotels to Hotels Luxurious Tour

Meals :

Bed & Breakfast during the entire tour

Group Size :

Min 2 & Max 10 people

Price from :

Online Booking

Payment Detail

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