The fly from Kathmandu to Lhasa Tour via Everest Base Camp takes seven days over the ‘Friendship Highway, along the way stopping at quietly enchanting Buddhist monasteries  like Sakya, Shalu , Natang and remote villages untouched by modern civilization. A generous one night will be spent at Ronbuk, time to take in some unforgettable views of the highest mountain on the planet. The road also passes through quiet Nyalam, the historical Shigatse and Gyantse, famed for the Gyantse Kumbum. And that’s all before the road even comes into Lhasa itself the spiritual heart of this country. For centuries the home of the Dalai Lamas and the target of devout pilgrimages, you could spend happy weeks lost in Lhasa’s historical and spiritual treasures. Which is convenient as the tour finished after a day tour of the capital that’s exactly what you’re free to do. Become one of the lucky few to have experienced first-hand the spiritual energy and sheer beauty of this amazing country.

Well Lhasa to Kathmandu Tibet overland Tour includes Lhasa’s historical landmarks – a thriving city at such an altitude, functioning as the religious, cultural and economic hub of Tibet, as well as other famous places such as Tsedang, Namtso Lake, Sakya and Everest Base Camp. In Lhasa we visit most holy Jokhang temple, see the legendary eighth-wonder Potala Palace, Norbulinka Palace (the summer palace of the Dalai Lama), Drepung, Sera Monastery and more. After sightseeing in Lhasa and around area we visit other famous monasteries such as Gandan Monastery via Drayerpa Cave, Reting Monastery. We also make a detour of one of world’s highest lakes – the Namutso Lake. Then we drive toward Everest Base Camp with stops in Gyantse, Xigatse and Sakya along the way to Rongbuk. Rongbuk is the home of the highest monastery in Tibet leaving plenty of time to explore this historic treasure.

Trip Itinerary :

Day 01: Arrive in Lhasa (3650 m/11972ft), transfer to Tsedang:  95 Km. You can arrive at Lhasa either from Kathmandu, Nepal or from the mainland China. While flying from Kathmandu to Lhasa, you will relish the astonishing views of the Himalaya, including Everest, Makalu, Kanchenjunga and the Tibetan valleys. We will be greeted at Gonggar Airport by our Tibetan guide. Transfer to Tsedang (2 hr). Check into our hotel. Take it easy today to acclimatize to the high altitude

Day 02: Morning visit Changzu Monastery, afternoon drive to Samye Monastery: 130 Km. Your encounter with Tibet will begin with a visit to the palace of Yambulakhang which was built by the first Tibetan king Nyatri Tsenpo in the second century BC. Local folklore has it that the king was descended from heaven. Next you will visit Chedruk Temple to round off our visit to Tsedang, afternoon drive 65 Kms to Samye Monastery (5050 m) which is on hill. Overnight Hotel Yalung River Hotel

Day 03: Morning Sightseeing and afternoon drive to Lhasa (3650m/11,972 ft): 90 Km. Morning visit Yongbulakhang Palace which was built by the first Tibetan king Nyatri Tsenpo in the second century BC. Local folklore has it that the king was descended from heaven. Tibet King’s Tomb, afternoon drive to Lhasa, en-route visit the famous Mindrolin Monastery which covers a large area of over 100,000 square meters (approx. 119,599 square yards). It is one of the six most famous Tibetan Buddhism monasteries of the Nyingmapa Sect. The monastery was originally built in the late 10th century and has been renovated several times. Overnight at Kyichu Hotel or Similar hotel in Lhasa.

Day 04 Sightseeing in Lhasa. Our tour begins with a visit to Sera Monastery. An experienced tour guide also working as an interpreter escorts us to this preserved monastery of white-washed walls and golden roofs. Equally adventurous and exciting tempo builds up while touring Norbulingka, the summer palace of the Dalai Lama. Jokhang Temple is another important sacred site which unravels more deep seated mysteries of Tibetan Buddhism. Visit to Barkhor Market can be quite a change from other visits as we roam around the city savoring every tiny detail from stall hawkers coaxing their clients to purchase their goods to exhibition of Tibetan culture, custom and tradition. Eventually, the tour for the day concludes as you return to the comforts of your hotel.

Day 05 Sightseeing in Lhasa. Like the previous day, you experience invaluable insights during your visits to Potala Palace and Drepung Monastery. This 17th century Potala Palace offers an awesome view of entire city and also has private quarters of the Dalai Lama, numerous grand state rooms and chapels. Ancient history has it that Drepung Monastery which was built in 14th century used to shelter around 10,000 monks but as now there has been quite a declination resulting in only few hundreds. Tibetans’ respect and belief are immensely knotted with this monastery.

Day 06: Drive to Gandan Monastery via Drayerpa Cave, Drigung Tel & Terdrom Hot spring (4400 m/14,432 ft). After breakfast drive to Mozugongar County via Drayerpa Cave, again visit the Gandan Monastery, After finishing your lunch drive to Drigung Tel Monastery & continuous drive to Terdrom hot-spring (75 Kms, off road) for overnight stay in Basic guesthouse.

Day 07: Drive to Reting Monastery (4100m/13, 450 ft): 180 Km. Drive to Damxung county via Reting Monastery (180 Kms, off road) Reting Monastery is the special temple for high Lamas like as Dalai lama`s teacher, again to Dangxung County (80 Km), southwest China’s Tibet Autonomous Region, you can see the north Tibet Grass view. Overnight at local Guesthouse.

Day 08: Drive to Namutso Lake (4700 m/ 15,416 ft): 160 Km. After breakfast drive to Namutso Lake. Namutso is the highest lake in the world and is 4,718 meters above sea level. It is 72 kilomters long from east to west and 30 kilometers wide from south to north. It has an area of 1,940 square kilometers. Some 60 kilometers to the northwest of Damxung County seat, it is one of the three holy lakes in Tibet and receives high respects among the local people. On the Tibetan year of sheep, pilgrims from faraway come here to walk around the lake. It takes more than 10 days to circle the lake once. Afternoon walk around Lakeside area and this is one of the highest & more beautiful Lake in Tibet, overnight in Lakeside Guesthouse.

Day 09: Morning explore in Lakeside, then back to Lhasa via Yabachen Hot spring: 220 Km. Today visit the famous hot spring, and take shower if you are interested, accross North Tibet Grass, Great Nianchentangula Snowing Mt, lunch at Yangbachen small town, afternoon back to Lhasa city. overnight at Kyichu Hotel or Similar hotel in Lhasa.

Day 10: Drive to Gyantse via Yamtso Lake, visit Pekhor Monastery: 265 Km/5 hrs. Today we start our overland journey by jeep along the Friendship Highway we cross the Khamba La [4794m] from where we can see the stunning views across the waters of Yamdrok-tso Lake to the snowy summit of Nazin Kang Sa [7252m]. We continue westwards over another high pass the Karo La [5045m] where we are treated to the spectacular sight of a huge glacier tumbling down to within a few hundred meters of the road. After passing through beautiful valleys and colorful Tibetan villages we arrive in the town of Gyantse. Either same day evening or following day morning you will visit the famous Pekhor Monastery and you will stay overnight at the Gyantse Hotel.

Day 11: Drive to Xigatse (3900m/12797ft), en route visit Shalu Monastery: 112 Km/ 2 hrs. Before leaving Gyantse we have time this morning to visit the Gyantse Dzong and Gyantse Kumbum. The Dzong is a fort dating from the 14th century from which there are amazing views of both Gyantse itself and the surrounding Nyang Chu Valley. The Kumbum is a large gold-domed stupa and its many small chapels house an impressive array of Tibetan Buddhist murals. We then continue on to Shigatse, a short drive of only 90kms, arriving in time for lunch. Shigatse is the second largest city in Tibet and after exploring the local market we will make a detailed visit to the Tashilhunpo Monastery. This monastery is one of the largest functioning monasteries in Tibet and there is much to explore within its high surrounding walls. Overnight at Shengkang Hotel or Manasarover Hotel in Xigatse.

Day 12: Drive to Rongbuk (5,050m/16,564ft), visit Everest Base Camp: 360 Km/ 6 hrs. Morning drive from Xigatse to Sakya, noon time arrive in Shegar, after lunch, away from Shegar, we will drive to the south crossing Pang La pass at 5150m. Along the drive we can bask in the splendor of majestic views of snow-capped peaks from Makalu to Shishapangma. After long driving we eventually reach Rongbuk at 5000m. We can then view spectacular sight of Mount Everest. We have the opportunity to explore Everest Base Camp (5,250m/17,220ft) [no tour vehicles, apart from expeditions and trekking, are allowed beyond Rongbuk so you have to walk (16 kms round trip) or take local minibus to visit Base Camp]. The base camp itself is dry and barren, but the views of Everest more than compensate for this. It is a truly awe-inspiring place with the sheer north face of the highest mountain in the world towering above you. Overnight at Everest View Hotel in Rongbuk.

Day 13: Drive down to Zhangmu (2300m/7, 544ft): 245 km/4-5 hrs. We will drive past Tingri crossing Lalung La pass at 5124m and Shung La pass at 5200m. Savor the enchanting views of the surrounding peaks of Shishapangma, Cho Oyu, Menlungtse and Gauri Shankar, you descend from the arid Tibetan Plateau to verdant Zhangmu on the Nepalese border. After driving for 181 km, we find ourselves amidst the lush and verdant vegetation of Zhangmu at 2300 meter. Overnight at hotel Caiyuan in Zhangmu.

Day 14: Drive to Kathmandu (1350m/4428ft): 123 km/4-5 hrs. Cross the Friendship Bridge at the Nepal-China border across Bhote Koshi River. Some customs formalities. Continue drive to Kathmandu. About 4 hours of drive through deep valleys takes us to Kathmandu. Evening in the calm of the hotel.  Overnight at Kathmandu.

Note :- If above program itinerary that don’t suit to you and wish to modify above itinerary then please let us know and we’ll be happy to create a tailor made itinerary especially for you. It is also possible to combines above trip with Jungle safari, rafting, Mountain flight or with any travel plans, just shares your interested with us. We will design and arrange your holiday accordingly.

Price For The Trip: The total cost for the trek or tour you decide you want to do will depend on several different factors. The type of accommodation you prefer in Kathmandu will make a difference to the overall cost (budget to 5 star accommodations). The mode of transport you prefer will also affect the cost of your package, for example prices vary greatly between flying versus private car/van, tourist or local buses. The camping trek and teahouse trek made a difference in the cost. The number of guides and porters required will also affect the total cost of your trek. For these reasons, the same trek/tour can vary in price quite substantially.

Trip Cost Include :

  • Hotel, arrival/departure transfer.
  • All necessary Tibet travel permits.
  • Everest National Park admission fee and Grass dame charge.
  • Getting Chinese visa and Tibet Travel permit.
  • Kathmandu – Tibet boarder (Zhang-Mu) transportation by comfortable vehicle.
  • Zhang-Mu – Everest Base Camp – Lhasa transfer by non AC Land Cruiser (4WD Toyota).
  • Accommodation in Tibet on twin sharing basis (except in Nyalam) with breakfast.
  • English speaking Tibetan guide.
  • All fees for sightseeing and Monasteries as outlined in the itinerary.
  • All applicable taxes and service charges.

Trip Cost Does Not Include.

  • Accommodation in KathmanduChinese visa fee {US$ 175 for the US nationals and US$ 85 for other nationals (visa fee is subject to change without prior notice}.
  • International flights to Kathmandu and out of Lhasa.
  • Travel insurance.
  • Meals other than breakfast in Tibet.
  • Tips for guides and driver.
  • Nepal visa.