Package Details
Overview:
Experience the breathtaking beauty and cultural richness of Tibet with this 8-day overland tour starting and ending in Kathmandu, Nepal. This journey takes you through some of the most iconic and historic sites of Tibet, offering a unique blend of scenic drives, high-altitude adventure, and profound spiritual experiences.
Highlights:
- Day 1: Begin with a scenic drive from Kathmandu to the Kerung Border, crossing into Tibet.
- Day 2: Traverse the world's highest plateau en route to Shigatse, experiencing the majestic Tibetan landscape and crossing the Gyatchu La Pass.
- Day 3: Explore the Panchen Lama's Tashilhunpo Monastery in Shigatse, visit the Kumbum Stupa and Phalkor Monastery in Gyantse, and enjoy views of the stunning Yamdrok-Tso Lake.
- Days 4-5: Spend two days in Lhasa, the spiritual heart of Tibet, visiting the Jokhang Temple, Barkhor Bazaar, Potala Palace, and the Drepung and Sera Monasteries.
- Day 6: Journey to Tingri, enjoying the dramatic landscapes along the way.
- Day 7: Travel from Tingri to Kyirung, further immersing yourself in the serene Tibetan environment.
- Day 8: Return to Kathmandu, concluding the tour with a drive back across the border.