This 8-day overland expedition offers a comprehensive journey from Kathmandu across the “Roof of the World” into the heart of Tibet and back. Departing every Saturday, this “Drive in, Drive out” tour traverses the spectacular landscapes of the Tibetan Plateau, crossing high-altitude passes like Gyatchu La (5,220m) and offering breathtaking panoramas of Himalayan giants such as Mt. Cho Oyu and Mt. Shishapangma.+4
Travelers will explore significant cultural and spiritual hubs, including Shigatse’s Tashilhunpo Monastery and the holy city of Lhasa. In Lhasa, the itinerary features immersive sightseeing at iconic landmarks like the Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, and Barkhor Bazaar. The journey concludes with a scenic drive back to Kathmandu via Shegar and the Kerong border, ensuring a complete loop of this mystical region.
Over night Keung in Tibet side Early in the Morning scenic drive to Kerung Border Nepal Tibet Border through the beautiful Nepalese countryside and after necessary border formalities at Nepali immigration and cross the bridge process for all necessary formalities in Chinese immigration continue drive to Keung Town at Hotel Kerung Hotel.
235 km 5-6 Hours After Breakfast drive uphill to the height plateau of the world with the typical view of Tibetan landscape offering sheer feeling of standing of the roof of the world from where weather permitting, breathtaking panorama of beautiful Himalayan ranges including Mt. Cho Oyu (8,201m) and Mt.Xishapangma (8,012m) on the way see to Pikucho lake overnight at Hotel.
245 Km5-6 Hours After Breakfast continue drive scenic 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 Hotel Yak Hotel.
After Breakfast Morning Sightseeing to the Panchen Lama’s Tashilhumpu Monastery. Drive to Lhasa via Gyantse Yamdrok- Tso Lake and the Tibetan lifeline river Brahma Putra (Yarlung Tsangpo).Stay Overnight at Hotel In Lhasa.
After Breakfast Two full days sightseeing tour to Lhasa including Jokhang Temple, Barkhor Bazar,Potala Palace, Drepung and Sera Monasteries. Stay overnight at Hotel in Lhasa.
Drive Back O/N at Guest House 655 Km 8-9 Hours
Cost Includes
Transportation by van/ bus
Tibet travel permit.
English speaking Tibetan guide.
Accommodation on twin sharing room basis.
Sightseeing and monastery entrance fees as per our itinerary.
Daily breakfast.
Border pick up and Drop
Cost Excludes
Client and travel insurance and Unseen natural problem
Lunch and dinner.
Personal expenses such as a drink, tips& etc. If Lhasa to Chain ticket is extra ( Flight / Train)
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