Tibet Nature and Culture Tour
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.
Tour Highlights
- Explore World Heritage Sites in Kathmandu
- Visit Potala Palace and Jokhang Temple in Lhasa
- Travel to Mount Everest Basecamp
- Experience Authentic Tibetan Culture and Lifestyle
Tour Facts
- Total Duration: 16 Nights / 17 Days
- Max. Elevation: 5200m
- Tour Grading: Moderate to Strenuous
- Best Months: May to October
- Journey Starts/Ends: Kathmandu, Nepal
- Accommodations: Hotels and Basic Guesthouses
Itinerary at a Glance
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu
- Hotel Transfer
- Overnight in Kathmandu
- Accommodation: Hotel
- Meals: Breakfast/ Refreshment
Day 02-05: 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 06: 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 07: 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 08: 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 09: 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: Hotel
- Meals: Breakfast
- Distance: 160 km
- Duration: 3.5 hours
Day 16: Reserve Day (Contingency for Unplanned circumstances / Leisure)
- 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
Total Cost Includes & Excludes
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:
- International flight fares and Nepal Visa fees
- Unforeseen Circumstances an Extra nights in Kathmandu in case of trip cancellations, unforeseen delays, early arrivals, or late departures
- Medical, evacuation, travel cancellation, and rescue insurance
- Personal Expenses—bar bills, bottled drinks, mineral water, telephone calls, laundry services, etc
- Personal Gears, Clothing and equipment
Tour Extension
Do you wish to extend your trip to include more time, additional destinations, or both? Let us know and we’ll help you plan it out.
(These trips can also be extended or modified to fit your schedule.)
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