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Tibet Tour

  • Duration 6
  • Destination Nepal
  • Trip Grade Easy
  • Starts at Kathmandu
  • Ends at Kathmandu
  • Meals B&B
  • Accommodation 3*** Hotel
  • Max. Altitude 3880M.
  • Activity Tours, Exploration
  • Group Type Private
  • Group Size 2-16
  • Best Season Spring & Autumn

Tibet Tour Overview

Tibet Tour and Lhasa package is a 3 nights 4 days package, designed in such a way that you can explore the holy city of Tibet, Lhasa in just a few days. This package can be an ideal option for those who have less than a week’s time for their vacation. Moreover, the Tibet Lhasa tour trek cost is reasonable so there are probably less to no reasons not to go for this Tibet tour package. Lhasa, the capital city of Tibet, is considered to be the most populated city in Tibet and is stocked with beautiful and historic places that hold great significance. Considered the city at the highest elevation, Lhasa is home to numerous renowned temples and monasteries which we will be visiting during our Tibet Lhasa tour.

Lhasa has been a popular trading hub for Tibetans for centuries and is still trading goods to several South Asian countries. The literal meaning of ‘a’ is ‘Place of Gods’ and how this enchanting holy city justifies its name, you will know once you visit it.

The Tibet tour package gives you an exotic trip to the mountainous kingdom of Tibet at a reasonable price. Tibet trekking has been a common adventure trek tour for those who want to explore the diverse geography of Tibet and their culture along with the Himalayan scenic view.

A historical region on the lap of the Himalayas, Tibet resides at the highest elevation of 4,900 meters from the Earth. People of different ethnic groups have been inhabited in Tibet since the 7th century. It is one of the world’s most extraordinary destinations where nature, culture, and religion culminate on an exalted plateau. Tibet confines a long ancient history that counts the contribution of a number of sovereigns like Songtsen Gampo who married Bhrikuti, the Lichchhavi princess of Nepal, Yuan dynasty, Qing dynasty, Dalai Lama, and so on.

Outlined Itinerary of Tibet Tour

Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu and Flight to Lhasa
Day 2: Potala Palace and Jokhang temple Tour
Day 3: Drepung Monastery and Sera monastery Tour
Day 4: Departure day

Best time for Tibet Tour

The month of January-February is winter in Tibet. The cold weather can bring us a sight of snow-capped Mount Everest and other high peaks. The monasteries residing at the lap of mountains will be covered with snow blankets which convey great view. Tibetan New Year Festival also starts at the end of December. You can explore the Tibetan tradition and culture during this festival as well. Tibetans prepare special foods and decorate their house and city during the Tibetan New Year Festival. People camouflaged with huge unique masks perform their ethnic dances as a celebration.

The month of September-October is spring in Tibet. It is regarded as the best season to perceive the colorful city and mountains. It is the time of harvest so the green land would be lush and we will see locals harvesting their land. The temperature is neither too high nor too low. Clear sky and cool breeze will make your journey wonderful. The month of April-May promises clear weather and a splendid view of the mountains. The view of Tibet at this season attracts a large number of tourists every year. The colors seem bright and the mountains sparkle with the rays of the Sun during this month.

 

Day to Day Itinerary
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You may arrive in Kathmandu at any time. When you arrive, you will be greeted by one of our airport representatives who will be waiting for you at the airport. He will help you get transferred to your Hotel.

  • Tea 3*Hotel
  • 2-3hrs
  • 4km

This day is reserved for a sightseeing tour around Kathmandu. You will visit the city’s major UNESCO World Heritage Sites. They include the Pashupatinath Temple, the Bouddhanath Stupa, the Swayambhunath Stupa, and the Kathmandu Durbar Square. Each of the sites presents amazing artwork done on wood, stone statues, and metal carvings. They provide insight into the historical and religious aspects of Nepal and traditional Nepali architecture. After the tour, you will be dropped back at your hotel where you can prepare for the upcoming tour.

  • Tea 3*Hotel
  • B & D
  • 4-5hrs
  • 10km

You will be received by our representatives at the TIA airport and taken to a nice hotel. After refreshment, the day ago, we will take a flight to Lhasa. We won’t take the road trip to Lhasa as it is time-consuming and comparatively more expensive. To keep the package reasonable, we will take the flight to Lhasa. Moreover, It will be a different experience to observe the landscape of Tibet and Himalayan peaks from the air. The flight takes off from Tribhuvan International Airport. There is only one direct flight to Lhasa from Kathmandu which takes off 7 days a week. It will take around 1 hour 30 minutes to reach Lhasa from Kathmandu via a direct flight. We will arrive at Lhasa

Gongga Airport in Lhasa. After arriving Lhasa, we will progress to our hotel there. It is very important to take some rest and not start touring just after arriving so as to become acclimatized to the high altitude.

  • Tea 3*Hotel
  • B,L & D
  • 2:40m Flight

 

On the second day of our Tibet tour package, we will first visit Potala Palace. This palace was built by Songtsen Gampo in the 7th century after his marriage to the Chinese princess Wencheng. The Potala was built on the red hills of Lhasa. In the mid 17th century, the 5th Dalai Lama extended it to the present size and since then it became the winter palace of all Dalai Lamas.

The construction took 50 years from its beginning to completion. The palace is divided into two sections: Red and White Palace. The major attraction of the Potala Palace is its structure within an area of 115703 sq.m., gold roof, huge statues, 698 murals, and the landscape. Residing at the elevation of 3700m,

Potala Palace is one of the UNESCO World Heritage sites. Founded by Tibetan King Songtsen Gampo. Named after the majestic Mount Potalaka, the Potala Palace is employed as the winter palace by the Dalai Lama. Another prominent monastery to visit in Tibet is the sacred Jokhang temple which is situated 1000m ahead of Potala palace on the east side.

Jokhang temple is situated in the centre of the old section of Lhasa. It is a religious structure which was built by Songtsen Gampo in the mid 7th century when he ordered to install of a Buddha image which was brought as a part of dowry by Nepali princess Bhrikuti. Being extended by various rulers, it has now become a gigantic artistic and splendid complex. It has four temples and a golden rooftop.

Inside the main entrance, there are statues of four great kings. There are important chapels and images among which are the chapel of Guru Rinpoche, Tsongkhapa, Eight Medicine Budhha, Jowo Shakyamuni, and so on. From the rooftop, one can see the amazing panorama view of the Barkhor Bazaar where pilgrims will be either walking around the temple as Kora or paying

homage in front of the prominent temple. Vendors can be seen selling antique items, handicrafts, local-made souvenirs, Tibetan artistic goods, etc. You can try Tibetan tea and ther new dishes of Tibetan culture to tease your taste buds.

  • Tea 3*Hotel
  • B,L & D
  • 3-4hrs.
  • 14km

Among the three great monasteries of Tibet, Drepung monastery, Sera monastery, and Ganden monastery, we will first visit the grand Drepung monastery in the morning. The territory of the Drepung monastery expands up to 250,000 sq. meters and consists of two giant white pagodas. Founded by Jamyang Qoigyi, the disciple of Tsong Khapa in 1416, it resides 8 km uphill from Lhasa to Mount Gambo Use.

Drepung is now an influential university for the Buddhist monks but it hasn’t dropped its Tibetan essence and the Tibetan culture which can be perceived in the preserved chapels, statues, paintings, arts, structures, and sculptures.

The elevated walk to the Wangbur mountain leads us to the Sera monastery. Jamchen Chojey founded this complex in 1419 but was severely damaged in 1959 during a revolt in Lhasa killing many monks. Later on, Sera Me and Sera Je colleges were built which function as of

today giving a home to thousands of monks and the Great Assembly Hall of Sera monastery is a major tourist attraction.

  • Tea 3*Hotel
  • B,L & D
  • 4-5hrs
  • 12km

We will take a direct flight back to Kathmandu from Lhasa. We will take out some time to pay a visit to a few significant places of Kathmandu nearby. Then, our representatives will drop you to the airport safely. This day marks the end of our Tibet tour.

  • Breakfast

Heaven Nepal Adventure our team guides, porters and accompanying staff are locals with a broad knowledge about each and every location that we travel through.

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Cost Includes
  • Twin Sharing Accommodation as per the Itinerary on Bed and Breakfast Basis.
  • English Speaking Tibetan Guide
  • Transpiration as per the Itinerary by Van and Bus.
  • Monastery Entrance Fee.
  • Tibet Travel Permit.
Cost Excludes
  • Lunch and Dinner
  • Your travel Insurance of Any Kind.
  • Natural or Political disturbance Which Beyond our Control.
  • Personal Expenses such as drinks, tips, Porter charge etc.
Departure Dates
Useful Info

What documents are required for Tibet Lhasa Tour from Kathmandu?

For Tibet Lhasa, you would require a Chinese Visa, Tibet Visa/Permit and your passport. Tourists are required to apply for Group Tourist Visa at the Chinese Embassy in Kathmandu. Group requires at least 5 travelers. Single travelers (without a group) can easily join other small Kathmandu Lhasa group tour groups. For more information, please feel free to contact the local Tibetan tour agency in Nepal.

Flight from Kathmandu to Tibet: The flight takes off from Tribhuvan International Airport. Only one direct flight to Lhasa from Kathmandu is available 7 days a week. It will take around 1 hour 30 minutes to reach Lhasa from Kathmandu via a direct flight. We will arrive at Lhasa Gongga Airport in Lhasa. Currently, Sichuan Airlines and Air China are offering direct flights from Kathmandu to Tibet.

Kathmandu to Tibet tour cost: Tibet trek tour package is reasonable. You can contact the Tibet Travel Tour Company in Nepal for any special discounts. You can learn about the various holiday tours in Tibet packages from the Tibet tour operators in Kathmandu. If you’re looking for the cheapest flight from Kathmandu to Lhasa, it would be better to avoid peak time for the Tiber tour.

Things to remember in Tibet Lhasa Tour

Altitude sickness is a common problem faced by travelers during the Tibet tour. It is a high elevation trek to the roof of the world so a headache and nausea can occur but acclimatization will reduce these symptoms. Please carry warm clothes like gloves, socks, a down jacket, woolen hats, thermostat if you’re travelling during winter.

There are no trains available from Kathmandu to Lhasa, and road transportation from Kathmandu to Lhasa will take a huge amount of time and money. Moreover, the roads are not well constructed so there exists a high risk. So, the flight from Kathmandu to Lhasa is preferably convenient, secure, reasonable and fast.

Price Per person USD$2160
(Price varies by group size)
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