Introduction to Tibet Overland Tour
Start an amazing trip with our 8-day Tibet Overland Tour from Kathmandu. Explore the mysterious land called the Roof of the World. We also offer fixed departures every Saturday. Hence, it makes it easy for travelers to join and enjoy an affordable as well as sweet experience.
Discovering Tibet: A Lifetime Experience
Tibet calls to travelers with its great landscapes and vivid cultural history. Starting from April 2023, tourists can explore Tibet, experiencing its unique land and rich culture. Our carefully planned 8-day Tibet Overland 8-Day tour route vows a smooth as well as great trip through this fascinating region.
Navigating Permit Requirements and Visa Procedures
For travelers starting this life changing journey, Nepal acts as the gateway for getting necessary permits for Tibet. We help make the permit acquisition process easy, though careful planning is crucial because it takes time. Also, travelers need to pay attention to visa requirements. It includes new rules about minimum group size for visa applications.
Tour Highlights
Starting from Kathmandu, our Tibet Overland 8-day tour goes through beautiful landscapes near Tibet, showing traditional Tibetan villages on the way to Lhasa and Gyantse. Explore Tibetan culture with visits to famous places like Lhasa and also the great Yamdrok Lake. For those who love adventure, there’s another extra trip to the North side of Everest Base Camp, offering amazing views for extra fees.
Furthermore, if you are interested beyond the Tibet Overland tour then we have other tour options. They are:
On the other hand, please check our trek equipment list. This list will certainly be a guide for you if you plan to trek in Nepal. Similarly, you can check our AMC (Acute Mountain Sickness) which can be a good guide for you to learn more about getting ill at high heights in Nepal. Also, if you want to do a Peak climb in Nepal then please check the climbing equipment list that is a must while going on the Peak climb. Likewise, we suggest you check the updated TIMS card rule as there have been some new changes in Nepal.
How can I get a Nepal Visa?
You can get visas when you arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport. To make things easier and avoid waiting in long lines at Immigration, fill out the Online Nepal Visa form a week before you arrive. This makes your entry to Nepal easier. Please bring a printed copy of the form you filled out, with the proof number and details. This number will help you skip the long line at Immigration, making your entry faster. Also, make sure to have enough cash for the visa fee when you arrive at the airport. The cost of the visa depends on how long you stay and how many times you enter.
Tibet Overland Tour Booking Open for 2024 / 2025
Are you planning to tour or trek in 2024? If so, then in our Best Deals part, you can find the ideal information on the best price for the trek cost. Furthermore, book plans as soon as possible.
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Itinerary
Day 1: 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 2: 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 the Tibetan landscape offering the 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 3: 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 the Yak Hotel.
Day 4: Xigatse – Gyantse (3,950m) – Lhasa
Morning sightseeing at the Panchen Lama’s Tashilhumpu Monastery. Drive to Gyantse and visit to the Kumbum Stupa & Phalkor Monastery. 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 the Flora Hotel.
Day 5: Sightseeing In Lhasa
After breakfast commence on a full day sightseeing tour of Lhasa City. Today is the day we visit the beautiful Potala, Norbulingka Palaces & Jokhang Temple. Built-in the 17th century, Potala Palace provides amazing views of the entire city and houses the private quarters of the Dalai Lama, numerous grand state rooms, and chapels. Norbulingka Palace is the summer palace of the Dalai Lama and houses what is considered to be the largest man-made garden in Tibet.
Next, we visit the Tibet Museum, the official museum of Tibet, which has a permanent collection of around 1000 artifacts related to the cultural history of Tibet. Jokhang Temple is another important sacred site that unravels more deep-seated mysteries of Tibetan Buddhism.
Day 6: Full-day Lhasa
After breakfast, we visit Drepung Monastery, Sera Monastery, and Barkhor Bazaar. Drepung Monastery, which was built in the 14th century, is believed to have sheltered around 10,000 monks in the past but as of now, there has been quite a decline resulting in only a few hundred. The history, culture, and religious beliefs of the Tibetan people are strongly concentrated and centered in this marvelous monastery.
Sera Monastery is a preserved monastery with white-washed walls and golden roofs. We further stroll through Barkhor Bazaar (market). With its open-air stalls, shops, and crowd of pilgrims, it is the nerve center of Lhasa.
Day 7: Lhasa – Xegar (4300m) 490km
Early morning drive to Xegar.
Overnight at Guest House.
Day 8: Xegar to Kerong Border to Kathmandu 395km
Early morning, Drive to the Border, cross the border. Drive back to Kathmandu. Drop at your hotel in Kathmandu.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1. How long does it take to get a Tibet Visa?
It can take about a week to five days in urgent cases.
Q2. How do get Tibet Visa?
To obtain a Tibet Visa traveling to Tibet from Nepal has to be done through local Nepal agents for Tibet in Kathmandu.
Q3. Is it possible to get a Tibet Visa/Permit with a tour package?
Yes, it is possible to obtain a Tibet Visa and Permit as per your tour package with the Nepalese tour company for Tibet travel.
Q4. Can I Travel to Tibet Independently?
Yes you can but it will be quite expensive to acquire for a single person and sometimes can be rejected by Chinese authorities due to some reason beyond our control, however, we try our best to obtain a single visa if not, where we will find and join you with another group of travelers to Tibet as per the holiday itinerary and duration of travel within Tibet.
Q5. What is the difference between a Tibet Travel permit and a Tibet Visa?
A great difference as you know without a Tibet entry Visa you cannot travel in Tibet so first Tibet Visa is a must and important, the other Tibet Travel permit which you will get at the entry point as well with the help and service of our Tibetan guides.
Q6. What is required to get a Tibet Travel permit?
To obtain Tibet Travel Permits first you need a Tibet Entry Visa, besides your China visa (if traveling around the mainland) full details of your passport, and the purpose of travel and duration in Tibet.
Q7. Different between the Tibet Group Visa and the Chinese Visa?
A vast difference between the Tibet Group Visa and the Chinese Visa, as you know Tibet is a sensitive part of China, which was declared as Tibet. Autonomous region of the Republic of China. Besides a China visa, one must obtain a special permit or visa for Tibet separately as Tibet is a recently annexed country of China, and does not want foreign influence or political interference so to keep Tibet safe one must acquire proper permits and visas to travel in Tibet.
Q8. Is there any age bar to get a Tibet Visa?
So far there is no age bar to get a Tibet Visa, however, one has to be medically fit as Chinese quarantine is strict regarding the disease carried by outsiders.
Q9. What are the typical permits in Tibet?
Typical Tibet permits of Tibet, are official papers and documents with your name and passport details that you are entitled to travel within Tibet, under the rules of Tibet / China Government rules and regulations using legal local travel agencies and guides for travel in Tibet.
Q10. What currency should I bring to Tibet?
The currency in Tibet is the Chinese Remimbian Yuan which is equivalent to US$ 1 to 6 to 8 Yuan which can differ slightly without prior notice, it is good to carry US $ or Euro but you can use a Credit Card also, many big stores, hotels accepts or you can draw local currency through ATM which are located in cities and towns or Bank of China.
Q11. What are the facilities of a Bank/ATM/Exchange /Credit Card?
Bank of China is located in major towns and cities where you fill out the forms and keep the receipt when required for the exchange. ATMs are in banks and private major areas of the city and towns only, Credit Cards are accepted in major stores- restaurants, and hotels, but not in smaller places like villages. The exchange rates at present US 01 for 8 Chinese Remimbian Yuan which can differ slightly without prior notice.
Q12. Do I need Travel Insurance while traveling to Tibet?
It is good to have Travel and Health Insurance as well, as Tibet is one of the highest countries in the world with an average of 3,000 m to 4,000 meters high. So it is always safe to have travel and medical insurance where AMS (Acute Mountain Sickness) can occur sometimes if not acclimatized properly during travel in Tibet.
Q13. Do I Travel with a Tibetan Guide in Tibet?
For all travel within Tibet, we use a native Tibetan Guide who will provide you with much information on the area of travel take care of you, and help with official related problems when required.
Q14. What are the chances of getting High altitude sickness in Tibet?
As Tibet is located at an average of 3,000 m to 4,000 m high elevation chances of getting AMS (Acute Mountain Sickness) are quite high if not taken proper care with acclimatization procedure in our travel increase of altitude goes slowly with rest days in some areas for safe and enjoyable travel.
