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Tibet Nature and Culture Tour

Trip Overview

Embark on an unforgettable journey across Tibet, where spirituality, breathtaking landscapes, and ancient traditions come to life. This immersive tour, led by Karnali Excursions, takes you through the sacred heart of Lhasa, where you will explore the majestic Potala Palace, the revered Jokhang Temple, and the vibrant Barkhor Circuit. Enjoy Tibetan tea at Ani Tsankhung Nunnery before venturing into the vast Tibetan plateau. Witness the stunning Yamdrok Lake, a sacred turquoise gem, and experience Tibetan culture firsthand. In Gyantse, marvel at the architectural wonder of Kumbum Stupa and take in panoramic views from Gyantse Dzong at sunset. As the journey concludes, visit Tibet’s most revered monasteries before crossing back into Nepal, carrying the spiritual essence of this mystical land with you.

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Total Duration
16 Nights / 17 Days
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Max Elevation
5200m
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Grading
Moderate to Strenuous
trek style
Tour Start / Ends
Kathmandu, Nepal
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Suggested Season
May – Oct
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Accomodation
Hotel – Guest House

Trip Highlights

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    Explore World Heritage Sites in Kathmandu.
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    isit Potala Palace and Jokhang Temple in Lhasa.
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    Travel to Mount Everest Basecamp.
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    Experience Authentic Tibetan Culture and Lifestyle.

Detail Itinerary

Day 1
Arrival in Kathmandu
  • Hotel Transfer
  • Overnight in Kathmandu
  • Accommodation: Hotel
  • Meals: Breakfast/ Refreshment
Day 2 – 5
Explore Cultural Heritage Sites of Kathmandu and Visa Process
  • Explore Cultural and World Heritage Sites of Kathmandu Cultural City:
    • Bhaktapur Durbar Square
    • Patan Durbar Square
    • Kathmandu Durbar Square
    • Budhanilkantha Temple
    • Pashupatinath 
    • Boudhanath
    • Swoyambhunath
    • Changu Narayan Temple
  • Overnight in Kathmandu
  • Accommodation: Hotel
  • Meals: Breakfast

 

Day 6
Flight from Kathmandu to Lhasa and Transfer to Tsedang
  • Fly to Lhasa Gonggar International Airport, enjoying aerial views of the Himalayas
  • Warm Welcome & Transfer to Tsedang 
  • Acclimatization Day 
  • Overnight Stay at a hotel in Tsedang
  • Accommodation: Hotel
  • Meals: BLD

Lhasa Altitude: 3570m
Tsedang Altitude: 3100m
Distance: 97 km
Duration: 4 hrs

Day 7
Tsedang to Lhasa via Samye & Dorje Drak Monastery
  • Drive through breathtaking Tibetan landscapes en route to Lhasa
  • Visit Samye Monastery and observe first Buddhist monastery of Tibet
  • Visit Dorje Drak Monastery and explore the Tibetan Buddhist history
  • Arrival in Lhasa, the Tibet’s spiritual and cultural center
  • Overnight Stay at a hotel in Lhasa
  • Accommodation: Hotel
  • Meals: BLD

Lhasa Altitude: 3570m
Distance: 180 km
Duration: 3.5 hrs

 

Day 8
Explore Potala Palace & Sera Monastery
  • Visit Potala Palace and observe the masterpiece of Tibetan architecture
  • Travel through Tibetan history and Buddhism
  • Visit Sera Monastery and witness Tibetan debate tradition  
  • Experience Cultural Heritage of Lhasa
  • Overnight Stay at a hotel in Lhasa
  • Accommodation: Hotel
  • Meals: BLD

 

Day 9
Visit Norbulingka Palace & Jokhang Temple
  • Explore Norbulingka Palace 
  • Experience Tibetan Art, Architecture and Craftsmanship
  • Visit Jokhang Temple, the spiritual heart of Lhasa
  • Experience Barkhor Pilgrim Circuit 
  • Overnight Stay at a hotel in Lhasa
  • Accommodation: Hotel
  • Meals: BLD

 

Day 10
Drive to Nam Tso Lake & Explore Tashi Do Hermitage
  • Drive to Nam Tso Lake, Experience high altitude Nature
  • Visit Tashi Do Hermitage 
  • Experience Sacred Views 
  • Overnight stay at a hotel in Nam Tso Lake
  • Accommodation: Hotel
  • Meals: BLD

Nam Tsho Lake Altitude: 4718m
Distance: 250 km
Duration: 5 hrs

Day 11
Drive to Shigatse via Gyantse & Yamdruk Tso Lake
  • Visit Yamdruk Tso Lake, Experience high altitude Nature 
  • Visit Gyantse and observe Kumbum Stupa 
  • Drive to Shigatse
  • Overnight stay at a hotel in Shigatse
  • Accommodation: Hotel
  • Meals: BLD

Altitude: 4,441 m
Distance: 350 km
Duration: 6-7 hours

Day 12
Drive to Xegar via Shakya
  • Visit Shakya Monastery and Explore Tibetan history and Buddhist cultural heritage
  • Drive to Xegar 
  • Overnight stay at a hotel in Xegar
  • Accommodation: Hotel
  • Meals: BLD

Altitude: Xegar (4,050 meters)
Distance: 180 km
Duration: 5-6 hours

Day 13
Drive to Everest Basecamp (North) and Explore Rongbuk Monastery
  • Drive to Everest Basecamp (North), experience the Tibetan nature 
  • Explore Rongbuk Monastery
  • Overnight Stay  at a hotel near Everest Basecamp
  • Accommodation: Hotel
  • Meals: BLD

Altitude: 5,200 m
Distance: 120 km
Duration: 3 hours

Day 14
Drive from Everest Base Camp to Kyirong
  • Drive to Kyirong, a picturesque town near the Tibetan-Nepalese border
  • Overnight Stay at a comfortable hotel in Kyirong
  • Accommodation: Hotel
  • Meals: BLD

Altitude: 2,800m
Distance: 160 km
Duration: 4-5 hours

Day 15
Drive to Kathmandu and Transfer to Hotel
  • Drive to Kathmandu
  • Immigration formalities at the Border
  • Arrival in Kathmandu
  • Overnight Stay at a comfortable hotel in Kathmandu
  • Accommodation: HotelMeals:
  • Breakfast

Distance: 160 km
Duration: 3.5 hours

Day 16
Contingency Day
  • Explore Kathmandu valley (optional)
  • Overnight Stay at a comfortable hotel in Kathmandu
  • Accommodation: Hotel
  • Meals: Breakfast

 

Day 17
Departure and Tibet Tour Concludes
  • Transfer to Airport
  • Departure
  • Accommodation: None
  • Meals: Breakfast
Tour Cost

USD … per person for the entire trip, including the use of 3-star hotels in Kathmandu. 

Single Room Supplement
For travelers requiring a single room, an additional charge of USD … applies.

Cost Includes:
  • Ground Transport, airport pickups, transfers, and transportation in Nepal and Tibet
  • Accommodations at 3-star hotels in Kathmandu and Lhasa and guesthouses in Tour areas
  • Guided sightseeing tours as outlined in the itinerary
  • Tibet Travel Permit and Visa
  • Meals as per the itinerary
  • Travel by tourist coach or 4WD Land Cruiser
  • Knowledgeable guides and experienced supporting staff
Cost Excludes:
  • Ground Transport, airport pickups, transfers, and transportation in Nepal and Tibet
  • Accommodations at 3-star hotels in Kathmandu and Lhasa and guesthouses in Tour areas
  • Guided sightseeing tours as outlined in the itinerary
  • Tibet Travel Permit and Visa
  • Meals as per the itinerary
  • Travel by tourist coach or 4WD Land Cruiser
  • Knowledgeable guides and experienced supporting staff
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Trip Extension

Chitwan National Park (2 Nights/3 Days)
  • Experience an exhilarating jungle safari inside Chitwan National Park.
  • Encounter one-horned rhino, Bengal tiger, and gharial.
  • Immerse in authentic Tharu culture and their performative arts.
Bardiya National Park (2 Days/3 Nights OR 3 Nights/4 Days)
  • Explore one of Nepal’s most pristine wilderness areas, home to tigers, elephants, and rich biodiversity.
  • Experience guided jungle walks, jeep safaris, and tranquil Karnali River.
  • Immerse in Tharu culture with authentic village visits and traditional hospitality.
Lumbini Cultural Tour (2 Days)
  • Visit the Maya Devi Temple and sacred Marker Stone at the birthplace of Buddha.
  • Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site and Several Buddhist monasteries.
  • Discover ancient archaeological sites of Tilaurakot and Ramagrama.
  • Meditate in the sacred garden and pond of Lumbini.
  • Gain deep cultural and historical insight with expert-guided tours across the Greater Lumbini Region.
Bhotekoshi Rafting (2 Days)
  • Experience thrilling Class III–IV rapids on one of Nepal’s steepest and most exciting rafting rivers.
  • Enjoy dramatic mountain scenery and pristine river gorges throughout the adventure.
  • Stay overnight in a comfortable riverside camp with great food and expert rafting guides.
Trishuli Rafting (Day Tour)
  • Enjoy a fun-filled rafting experience with moderate rapids.
  • Glide through scenic valleys, terraced hillsides, and impressive rock formations along the Trishuli River.
  • Benefit from expert safety instruction and a well-coordinated day trip with professional rafting guides.
Himalayan Panorama Flight
  • Experience breathtaking aerial views of the world’s highest Himalayan peaks, including Everest and Annapurna.
  • Enjoy a safe, comfortable, and scenic Himalayan flight.
  • Capture stunning close view photographs of snow-capped ranges, glaciers and diverse landscape.
Breakfast Gazing Everest
  • Enjoy delightful breakfast with uninterrupted panoramic views of Mt. Everest.
  • Enjoy a serene, exclusive experience at a scenic viewpoint.
  • Capture unforgettable memory of the world’s highest peak.
Authentic Nepal Cultural Tour: Barahakshetra, Janakpurdham, Chitwan & Lumbini
  • Explore the sacred heritage of Barahakshetra and Kaushiki Region.
  • Discover the cultural and religious significance of Janakpurdham, the birthplace of Sita.
  • Immerse in the rich biodiversity and wildlife of Chitwan National Park.
  • Visit Lumbini, the birthplace of Lord Buddha, with its monasteries and stupas.
  • Experience authentic Nepali culture through local traditions, cuisine, and colorful lifestyles.
Bhutan Kora Tour (5 Days)
  • Explore authentic Bhutan and Buddhist monasteries.
  • Immerse in Bhutanese culture and traditions.
  • Witness breathtaking Himalayan landscapes and panoramic mountain views.
Discover Taj Mahal, Icon of Love (3 Days)
  • Witness the beauty of the Taj Mahal at sunrise and sunset.
  • Explore the grandeur of Agra Fort and its Mughal architecture.
  • Discover the rich history and stories behind India’s iconic love monument.
  • Enjoy local cuisine and vibrant markets in Agra city.
  • Capture unforgettable photographs of architectural marvels and scenic views.

Ready to make this journey your own?

  • location
    Budhanilkanta 44600, Nepal
  • whatspp
    +977 9851035496
  • mail
    Karnaliexcursions@gmail.com
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