Tibet · Classic Journeys

Tibet Tour I

A considered introduction to Tibet, balancing celebrated landmarks with a slower sense of place. The route begins with KATHMANDU, NYALAM, Lhatse.

7 nights / 8 daysSuggested itinerary

Duration7 nights / 8 days

Starts inKATHMANDU

Ends inLhasa

Pace & seasonTailored during planning

The journey

A route to make your own.

This itinerary is a considered starting point, ready to be adjusted around your dates, pace and interests.

A considered introduction to Tibet, balancing celebrated landmarks with a slower sense of place. The route begins with KATHMANDU, NYALAM, Lhatse. The final sequence, stays and arrangements are confirmed with you before travel.

The route

Along the way

KATHMANDU-NYALAM-Lhatse-Xigatse-Gyantse-Lhasa

01KATHMANDU
02NYALAM
03Lhatse
04Xigatse
05Gyantse
06Lhasa

Day by day

The itinerary

7 days, with space for the unexpected.

Day 1KATHMANDU(1300M) – NYALAM (3750M)( 156KM, APPROX 08 HRS DRIVE:)

Early morning scenic drive through the typically beautiful Nepalese country side to Kodari (Nepal – Tibet border), on arrival at Kodari clients has to go through the immigration formalities in Nepal Immigration and check into the Chinese side for Chinese immigration formalities and drive to Zhangmu and further to Nyalam. Overnight stay at Guest House in twin sharing / dormitory.

Day 2NYALAM – LHATSE (4350M),(244KM/ APPROX DRIVE 07-08 HRS)-

Day drive to the highest plateau of the world with typical landscape offering the sheer feeling of being on the roof of the world crossing over the 5,050 meters LALUNGA pass, from where you can view the breathtaking mountain range from Mt.Cho Oyu (8,201m) to Mt.Xishapagma (8,012m) dwarfed by the vastness of Tibetan plateau (if weather permits). One can also take a magnificent view of Mt. Everest (8,848m) from Tingri/ Lhatse. Overnight stay in Guest house in twin sharing / dormitory.

Day 3LHATSE - XIGATSE (3,900M)(244KM, APPROX 06-08 HRS DRIVE: )

Scenic drive through the highest point, Gyatchu La pass (5,220m) en route to Lhasa via Latse. Overnight stay in hotel in twin sharing room.

Day 4XIGATSE – GYANTSE (3,950M),(90KM, APPROX 2 HRS DRIVE:)

Morning sight seeing to the Panchen Lama’s Tashilumpu Monastery. Drive through the Tibet’s biggest Agricultural field to Gyantse and visit to the Kumbum Stupa & Palkor Monastery. Overnight stay in Hotel in twin sharing room.

Day 5GYANTSE – LHASA (3650M)( 261 KM APPROX 6 HRS DRIVE:)

Full day picturesque drive along the turquoise lake Yamadrok, crossing over Kampala Pass (4794M) and the Brahmaputra river (Yarlung Tsangpo). Overnight stay in hotel in twin sharing on bb basis.

Day 6– 07 : IN LHASA:

Two full days sight seeing tour to Lhasa including Jokhang temple, Barkhor Bazaar, Potala Palace, and Deprung and Sera Monasteries. Overnight stay in Hotel in twin sharing room on bb basis.

Day 7LHASA – KATHMANDU Departure

Early morning transfer to Gongaar airport for departure flight to Kathamdu.

Good to know

Planned around you

Practical details are agreed personally, so the journey suits your comfort, interests and travel dates.

Stays

Accommodation is selected to fit the route and your preferred level of comfort.

Getting around

Transport, transfers and local arrangements are confirmed as part of the final itinerary.

Meals & permits

Meal plans, permits and destination requirements are clarified before you commit.

Travel thoughtfully

We encourage respectful visits to communities, sacred places and wildlife habitats.