Tours in Tibet
Tibetan people, and to some other ethnic groups such as Monpas and Lhobas, and is now also inhabited by considerable numbers of Han Chinese people. Tibet is the highest region on earth, with an average elevation of 4,900 metres (16,000 ft). It is sometimes referred to as the roof of the world.
During Tibet’s history, it has existed as a region of separate sovereign areas, a single independent entity and as a part of successive Chinese dynasties. Tibet was first unified under King Songtsän Gampo in the 7th century. At various times from the 1640s until 1950s, a government nominally headed by the Dalai Lamas, a line of spiritual leaders, ruled a large portion of the Tibetan region. During most of this period, the Tibetan administration was subordinate to the Chinese empire of the Qing Dynasty.
In 1913 the 13th Dalai Lama expelled Qing’s representatives and troops from Tibet. While the expulsion was seen as an assertion of Tibetan autonomy, Tibet’s proclaimed independence was not accepted by the government of China, nor did Tibet receive foreign diplomatic recognition.
TIBET TOUR
07 Night 08 days Tibet tour with EVEREST BASE CAMP (EBC) ([Fly in/out]
ITINERARY
Day 01:- Kathmandu (1,300m) – Lhasa (3,650m) or Arrival in Lhasa from China
Departure Transport to Tribhuban International Airport and Trans – Himalayan flight to Tibet (Gongaar Airport) (1hr.) Drive to Lhasa (1hr.) – Full rest for acclimatization – O/N at Hotel.
Day 02-03:- In Lhasa: Two Full Days Sightseeing Tour in Lhasa
Visit Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple & Barkhor Bazaar, Drepung and Sera Monastery – O/N at Hotel.
Day 04:-Lhasa – Gyantse (3950m) – Shigatse (3900m)
Drive to Gyantse via Yamadroke Lake and high passes: Kora LA (5,010m) & Kamba La (4,794m) – Sight-seeing in Gyantse including Pholkor & Kumbum Monastery. Scenic drive to Xigatse (1.5hrs) through the typical Tibetan Countryside – O/N at Hotel.
Day 05:- Xigatse – Ronbuk (4980m) 334km
Visit Panchen Lama’s Tashilhumpu Monastery. Then Drive to Xegar crossing over Gyatchula (a pass of 5,200m) – Scenic drive to Ronbuk through the beautiful Tibetan countryside. Explore Ronbuk Monastery (highest monastery in the world) – O/N at Guest House
Day 06:- Ronbuk – Everest BC – Shigatse (3900m) Hike up to Everest BC and explore around – back to Ronbuk -Drive to Shigatse O/N at Hotel.
Day 07:- Shigatse to Lhasa (3600m) 351km
Drive back to Lhasa O/N at Hotel.
Day 08:- Lhasa to Kathmandu or China
Departure to Gonggar airport and fly back to Kathmandu.
SERVICES INCLUDES
• Private transport by Van
• English speaking Tibetan Guide
• Tibet travel permit & EBC permit
• 7 night accommodation on twin sharing basis except at Ronbuk
• Sightseeing & monastery entry fees as per given itinerary
• Daily breakfast
• Chinese visa and Tibet travel permit
• Air Ticket: Kathmandu – Lhasa – Kathmandu
SERVICE EXCLUDES
• Lunch and dinner
• Bar and beverage bills
• Insurance of any kind
• Personal expenses such as drink, tips etc.
• Any additional cost due to natural calamities & unforeseen circumstances
TIBET OVERLAND TOUR
07 NIGHTS 08 DAYS DRIVE IN FLY OUT TOUR
Itinerary
Day 01: Kathmandu (1300) -Kerung Border (145 Km) 06-07 hours drive
Early in the morning scenic drive to Kerung Border (Nepal-Tibet Border) through the beautiful
Nepalese countryside and after necessary border formalities at Nepalese immigration, an hour
adventurous uphill drive by Bus & Van (normally) or 2 hour walks uphill (in case of landslide to
Chinese immigration, check-in to hotel or Continue drive to Kerung. Stay overnight at Guest
House.
Day 02: Kerung – Tingri (4300m) / Lhatse (4,350m): 225 Km/244 Km
Day drive uphill to the highest plateau of the world with the typical view of Tibetan landscape
offering sheer feeling of standing on the roof of the world. from where, weather permitting,
breathtaking panorama of beautiful Himalayan ranges including Mt Cho Oyu (8201 M) & Mt
Xishapagma (8012M) but dwarfed by the Vastness of the Tibetan plateau. From TINGRI, one
can enjoy the magnificence of Mt. Everest (8,848 M). Stay overnight at Guest House
Day 03: Tingri/Lhaste – Xigatse (3,900 M): 244 Km
Continue scenic drive 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 Yak hotel.
Day 04: Xigatse – Gyantse (3,950m): 90 Km
Morning sightseeing to the Panchen Lama's Tashilhumpu Monastery. Drive to Gyantse and
visit to the Kumbum Stupa & Phalkor Monastery. Stay overnight the Hotel.
Day 05 Gyantse – Lhasa (3,650m): 261 Km
Full day picturesque drive crossing over Karola (5,010m), Kambala (4,749m),
Colorful Yamdrok-Tso Lake and the Tibetan lifeline river Brahma Putra (Yarlung Tsangpo) –
Stay overnight at Flora Hotel.
Day 06-07: Sightseeing In Lhasa
Two full days sightseeing tour to Lhasa including Jokhang Temple, Barkhor Bazaar, And
Potala Palace Drepung & Sera Monasteries. Stay overnight at Hotel.
Day 08: Lhasa – Kathmandu:
Early morning drive to Gonggar airport or train station for your departure flight to Kathmandu or
to your onward destination to Mainland China.
FIXED DEPARTURE EVERY SATURDAY
Visa fee
US$ 85.00 per person
For American passport US$ 175.00 for
For Canadian passport US$ 155.00
For Brazilian passport US$ 165.00
For Romanian passport US$ 121.00
Flight Fare ( Lhasa to Kathmandu) US$ 250 to 350.00 Per Person ( Subject to availability)
Note: The tour will be on package basis and the package includes:
SERVICES INCLUDES
- Private transportation by Van
- Tibet travel permit and visa
- English speaking Tibetan Guide
- Accommodation on twin sharing basis
- Sightseeing and Monastery entrance fees as per given itinerary
- Daily Breakfast
- Kathmandu to Kerong transfer by Jeep
SERVICE EXCLUDES
- Lunch and dinner
- Insurance of any kind
- Bar and beverage bills
- Personal expenses such as drink, stamps, internet, battery charging, hot shower, tipping etc.
- Any additional cost due to natural calamities and unforeseen circumstances
