KATHMANDU-LHASA TOUR 7 DAYS (EXPRESS WAY)

  • Route: Lhasa-Shigatse-Shegar-Gyirong-Kathmandu

We will drive on the Friendship Highway from Kathmandu to Lhasa. From Kathmandu (1300m) to Kodari (1873m), the road gently up to Kodari. We will make a steep twitchback ascent to Tibetan border town—Zhangmu before leaving Nepal. Then we will climb the top of Tong-la and drive to Tingri the second night. Since we get in Tingri, the road is pretty good and we will start a pleasant journey. On the way, it will bring you to a world of breathtaking scenery and a specular roller-coaster ride down from high La Lung-la into the Kathmandu Valley. It will stopover at Gyantse, Shigates and EBC. Finally, we spend a couple of days in Lhasa, the heart and soul of Tibet and an object of devout pilgrimage, it is also a city of wonders. The medieval push and shove of crowds, the street performers, the stalls hawking everything from prayer flags to jewel-encrusted yak skulls, and the devout tapping their foreheads to the ground at every step is an exotic brew that few newcomers can resist. This trip is available all year around.

Additional Info

  • LocationTibet
  • Duration7 Days
  • Min Age12+
  • LandingLhasa
  • Min People3

Tour Description

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Day 1: Kathmandu-Tibet Border-Gyirong Port

We will drive you from your hotel in Kathmandu to Tibet border. Then our tour guide will meet you at the border.

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Day 2: Gyirong Port-Old Tingri

Today, we will drive you from Gyrong town to Old Tingri, on the way, you can enjoy the panoramic views of snow-capped Himalayan Range.

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Day 3: Old Tingri-Mt. Everest Base Camp

After hours of driving, we arrive at Rongbuk Monastery, the unique highest monastery that monks and nuns live together. Then, you will take an eco-bus to Mt. Everest Base Camp, you will have a close look at the Mt. Everest. You can stay overnight at EBC if you want to appreciate the sunset of Mountain Everest. Otherwise, you will go to Ronbguk guesthouse to sleepover.

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Day 4: Mount Everest-Shigatse

In the morning, you will enjoy the sunrise of Mt. Everest if the weather allows. Then you can stroll the local market if there is plenty of time left. Finally, we will drive to Shihgatse.

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Day 5: Shigates-Gyangtse-Lhasa

AIn the morning, you will visit Tashilumpo Monastery, the seat of Panchen Lama. Then we will drive to Gyantse, after our arrival in Gyantse, we can visit Palkhor Monastery and its well-known Kumbum pagoda. Then we will leave for Lhasa, you can enjoy the tranquil turquoise lake—Yamdrok Lake. On the way to Lhasa, you will appreciate the holy Lake of Yamdrok Yumtso Lake.

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Day 6: Sightseeing in Lhasa

Today, Today, you will visit Potala Palace, which is the winter palace of Panchen Lama. In the afternoon, you are going to visit Jokhang Temple, you can see statue of Buddha Sakyamuni inside as well as the pilgrims make prostrating outside the temple. Besides, Barkhor Street is around Jokhang Temple. You can stroll around the street.

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Day 7: Sightseeing in Lhasa

Our guide will meet you at your hotel in the morning and transfer you to Gongga Airport or Lhasa Railway Station.

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Nicole Thank you and your team for a wonderful tour setup

Dear Janet, I would like to thank you and your team for a wonderful tour setup. Begging with your professionalism, warm support and willingness to make our group tour successful one.And great thanks to Dhargye our tour guide who took care of whole group and especially myself during a night of vomiting. He and Mr. Namla- the driver were superb. I will send you some photos separately. Feel free to use them on your company's website. Am happy to give references as required.

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Hans Everything was very well organised by ATT,Tks

Dear Janet,We are safe and sound home and are looking back at a very impressive trip to Tibet and Zhangye. We have between us some 3000 pictures – some quite stunning. Yesterday the four of us expressed what an unforgettable trip this has been. We want to share our appreciation for the way the trip has been organised. Like clockwork. All guides appearing at the right time and place. Everything was very well organised. It was a bit double for us when we were in Lanzhou hearing about the earthquake creating havoc in Nepal, but not leaving Tibet unaffected either. Thank you again for a trip to be remembered for a long time.

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Jana Midriakova Thank you for the amazing trip we had in Tibet!

Dear Nancy,I feel embarrased that I am answering only now but another couple of weeks of travelling and the beginning of the next semester at the university made me really busy. However, me and Olaf wanted to thank you for the amazing trip we had in Tibet! The organization was simply excellent, thank you for a very quick and informative communication from your side. Many thanks go also to our guide, Danluo as well as to our driver; both of them acted very professionally and kindly towards us. It was really great that our guide was of the Tibetan origin, providing us with a unique cultural insight and first-hand information. His English language skills were just perfect and the communication with him very pleasant.

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Price Included

  • Airport or train station transfer: The free airport pick-up is at 3:20 p.m. and see off is at 12:00 p.m. These are the most common times in and out of Lhasa, but if you would like to schedule a different time enter/leave Tibet we will be happy to arrange for you. Please ask your travel consultant for the price.
  • Accommodation: 3 nights stay in comfortable 3 star hotels in Tibet (We can also upgrade your hotel according to your request, pls consult with our trip advisor.)
  • Meals: Breakfast only. See detailed itinerary for complete listing.
  • English Speaking Guide: All of our guides are local Tibetans with infectious smiles and a passion for sharing their homeland. From them you’ll receive extensive information about the history, geography, culture, religion, traditions, art and music.
  • Vehicle Rental & Driver: All of our vehicles are well maintained and safe. Our drivers are experienced in driving in the Tibetan landscape. Vehicle type from 4WD to mini bus will be arranged according to group size.
  • Travel Permits: All Tibet traveling permits.
  • Entrance Fees: All entrance fees listed in the itinerary

Services Excluded

  • Transportation to and from Tibet.
  • Other services of non-Tibet parts
  • Private expense like laundry, IDD calls, drinks in the room, etc.
  • Extra expenses incurred due to unexpected natural events (delays, road washouts, etc.)
  • Meals not specified in the tour itinerary
  • Tips for the tour guide and driver

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