Tibet Overland Tour

Tibet Overland ToursThis overland tour is designed for those who prefer to soak in the sights by driving around. This tour gives you an opportunity to discover the real Tibet. From the bustling old cities to the ancient villages and settlements, you get to observe Tibetan lifestyle at close quarters. Tibet, which boasts of spectacular mountain scenery and a rich cultural heritage, is a place worth visiting. As you drive across the Tibetan plateau, you will be expertly guided around all the Tibetan monasteries, temples, monuments and important tourist sites by expert local Tibetan guide. In Lhasa you explore the Potala Palace, Sera Monastery, Norbulingka, Jokhang Temple, Drepung Monastery and the busy Barkhor Square.

 

Leaving Lhasa on a 4WD, you will be driven past picturesque Tibetan settlements where nomadic herdsmen can be seen wandering across the wide arid plateau. This overland journey takes you over several high mountain passes with spectacular mountain views, including those of the majestic Mount Everest, Cho Oyu, Makalu and Shishapangma. Your adventure tour continues to the historic cities of Shigatse and Gyantse. As you explore the ancient monasteries, forts and citadels you get an insight into the rich Tibetan culture and history.

 


ITINERARY

Day 01 Kathmandu (1300) - Zhangmu (2,500M)/ Nyalam (3700M): 123 KM/156 KM
Day 02 Zhangmu/Nyalam – Tingri (4300M) /Lhatse (4,350M): 225 KM/244 KM
Day 03 Tingri/Lhatse - Xigatse (3,900M): 244 KM
Day 04 Xigatse - Gyantse (3,950M): 90 KM
Day 05 Gyantse - Lhasa (3,650M): 261 KM
Day 06-07 In Lhasa: sighseeing
Day 08 Lhasa - Kathmandu

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