Tibet Overland Group Tour

Trip Overview

The city of Lhasa is situated at an altitude of 3,650 metres above the sea-level in the southern part of the Tibetan plateau. The valley in which Lhasa is located is decorated by river Kyichu. The region is surrounded by mountain peaks that ranges from 4,400 metre to 5,300 metres.The city is itself a picturesque landscape prior to the valley. Three hills that surrounds Lhasa are Chakpori [Iron Mountain], Marpori [Red Mountain] and Barmari [Rabbit Mountain]. Absolutely suitable for tours and exploration, the city supports moderate climate and temperate vegetation. The maximum recorded temperature in summer is 28 degree Celsius. And, average temperature during winter gets to 15 degrees.

Except in monsoon, the city receives 300 days of sunshine in a year. The wind is usually dry. With climatic and geographical conditions favoured, the Lhasa City Tour is, no doubt, going to make a wonderful experience in this holiday of yours.

Day 01: Kathmandu (1300) -Kerung Border (145 Km) 06-07 hours drive

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 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

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

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

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

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 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.