A classic overland central Tibet tour is one of the most popular one. This tour normally started from friendship bridge at Kodari border and gradual up hill drive to Ghangmu where the immigration formalities are done. The tour visits all the major monasteries, temples, lakes and river along the way to Lhasa. The scenery, landscape and great views of Mt. Everest, Mt. Cho-Oyu, Mt. Shisapangma and higher peaks are main attraction of the tour. It will take five days to get Lhasa city and two days sightseeing tour of tourist attraction sites in the city
Tour name – Central Tibet-Lhasa tour
Tour highlights: Culture, history, river and lake, monasteries, temple, mountain views and peoples
Tour Duration – 7 nights / 8 days
Accommodation / Meals – Sharing rooms and budget hotel with breakfast if group join tour and 2/3 star category hotel/resort with daily breakfast if private tour
Tour cost: Starts from USD 450 if group join and budge tour, USD 890 if private tour (minimum 2 pax).
Transportation / Guide – Private vehicle and experience license holder tour guide during the tour and flight from Lhasa to kathmandu
Tour cost includes: Airport transfer, sight-seeing tour, tour guide, entrance fees, hotels with daily breakfast, private transport as per the tour itinerary.
Tour cost excludes: Entry visa fees and International airfare, personal expenses e.g. phone calls, laundry, bar bills etc, travel/medical and rescue insurance, optional trips and sightseeing if extend, tips, lunch/dinner during the tour and personal expenses.
Flight cost: USD 392-475 depending in the class and season
Visa cost: USD 50-175 depending the visa working period and nationality
Day 01: Kathmandu-Nyalam (3750m)-123 kms.
Early morning drive from Kathmandu to Kodari and drive uphill to Zhangmu. Complete the immigration formalities and drive further to Nyalam.
Day 02: Nyalam-Tingri (4135m)-215 kms.
An exiting drive about 7 hrs. crossing two spectacular passes (Nyalamu pass (3800m) and Lalung La pass (5082m) enjoying the fantastic view of the Mt. Everest (8848m) and other higher peaks in Tibet.
Day 03:Tingri-Xigatse (3900m)-245 kms.
Drive to Xigatse for about 6 hrs and visit Tashilunpo Monastery a seat of Panchen Lama. On the way you will visit Sakya Monastery (Bonpo monastery) which is 26 kms off from the main road.
Day 04: Xigatse-Gyantse (3950m)-92 kms.
Visit the Tashilunpo Monastery and the free bazaar of Xigatse then drive 2 hrs to Gyantse where you will visit the Khumbum Stupa and Phalkor Monastery.
Day 05: Gyantse-Lhasa (3650m)-260 kms.
Drive to Lhasa for about 8 hrs, crossing the Karo La (5010m) and Kamba La (4794m) pass and Lake Yamdrok Tso (Turquoise Lake). After crossing the Yarlung Tsangpo river you will see the distant view of the Potala Palace.
Day 06/07: Lhasa sight seeing tour.
Two days sight-seeing tour that includes the Potala Palace, Norbulinka Palace, Drepung & Sera monastery, Jokhang Temple, Barkhor Bazaar and local markets and streets.
Day 08: Lhasa-Kathmandu trans himalayan flight.
Transfer to Gongar Airport for about 2 hrs and take 1 hr and 10 min most beautiful flights in the world providing the views of Yarlung Tsangpo river, lake Yamdruk, Kanchenjunga (8586m), Makalu (8465m) and Mt. Everest (8848m).
TOUR COST
PER PERSON US$ 1700
SGL SUPPLEMENT US$ 170
Cost include
Accommodation on twin sharing basis at Guest Houses & Camping Tents as per itinerary, Landcruisers (4 Person in 1 Landcruiser Basis) and Support Truck, Freshly cooked full board meals, Dining / Kitchen & Toilet tents, English speaking Tibetan Guide, 1 Nepali Team Leader, Experienced Sherpa Staff, Freshly cooked western meals, Monastery entrance fees, Yaks & Yak-men for Porterage during Kailash Parikarma, Gamow Bag, Oxygen, Basic first aid kit, 1 Satellite Phone, Kailash Permit and Tibet / China Visa fee.
Cost exclude
Nepal re-entry visa fee, Travel Insurance, Extra cost in the event of landslide, for hiring porterage or arranging additional transportation and expenses of personal nature.
Group size
Normally above 15+ people in each group
Booking condition
All the personal details must be sent 1 months in advance with 25% (out of total trip amount) non-refundable advance payment.
Recommended clothing and equipments for the trip
Down sleeping bags/jacket with polar fleece/with rain and water proofed, thermal underwear, wind / rain-proof trousers, woolen and sun hats, scarves (muffler), woolen or cotton socks, gloves, trekking boots, sun/snow glassed, towel, t-shirt/s, sunscreen/sun lotion, flash light with extra bulbs and batteries, sandals, water bottles, day pack, kit or duffel bag, first aid box /personal medicine (for headaches, fever, colds, stomach disorders and diamox for altitude sickness, walking stick, sun tan lotion utility knife, dust musk water bottle, water
purification tabs etc.
Our advice
Generally travelers do not need to submit any health certificate those with a history of medical problems, particularly cardiac or respiratory, should consult a doctor before deciding to undertake the trip. It is rigorous and challenging trip where all the time spent at high altitudes. At least 2 months regular practice is recommend either 2 hours daily running, swimming, or joining on a health club may help to complete the yatra very successfully. Also good to carry dry fruit , juice powder , breads, candy, canned or packed food, nuts, pickles and biscuits etc.
