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Tibet Overland Tour
Tibet Overland Tour is one of Nepal’s most elegant and unique tours. It is one of the most exciting places in the world since it is considered the autonomous region of China. The most popular place in Tibet is its capital city, Lhasa. One of the best ways of exploring this beautiful city is via the Tibet Tour via Jeep. Tibet is a popular destination for overland tours from Nepal for many reasons. It offers stunning natural scenery, rich culture, beautiful mountains, historical sites, unique adventures, spiritual experiences, and delicious local food.
In 2023, Tibet opened its borders to visitors from the Nepal side. Because Tibet is right next to Nepal, many tourists fly to Nepal, get their permits, and then start their week-long overland tour. The major highlights of the Tibet Overland tour are the views of Mount Everest, ancient monasteries like Tashilhunpo Monastery, and Potala Palace.
Best Season
Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sept, Oct
Difficulty
Transportation
Private Vehicle
Start / End
Kathmandu/Kathmandu
Accommodation
Meals
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Activities
Tour, Cultural Tour, Spiritual Tour, Religious Tour
Trip Type
Cultural Tour, Spiritual Tour, Religious Tour, Small Group tour, Luxury tour, Budget tour
TIBET OVERLAND TOUR Highlights
- Beautiful Overland Tour of Tibet, also known as the roof of the world.
- Get to see some of the iconic monasteries, such as Sera, Drepung, and Tashilhunpo.
- Visit some of Tibet’s most popular places in Lhasa, such as Barkhor market, Norbulingka Palace, Jokhang
- Temple, and the Summer Palace of the Dalai Lama.
- Experience the ancient but beautiful Tibetan culture, traditions, and rituals of the people.
Outline Itinerary of 8 Days Tibet Overland Tour
Day 01: Drive towards Gyirong border to Gyirong Country
Day 02: Drive from Gyirong to Tingri 4,348m/14,265ft to Shigatse 3,845m/12,582ft
Day 03: Drive From Shigatse to Lhasa 3,656m/11,995ft Via Gyantse 3,977m/13,048ft
Day 04: Lhasa sightseeing
Day 05: Lhasa sightseeing
Day 06: Drive from Lhasa to Shigatse
Day 07: Drive from Shigatse to Gyirong
Day 08: Drive from Gyirong to the Border and Kathmandu
8 Days Tibet Overland Tour Detailed Itinerary
Day 01: Drive towards Gyirong border to Gyirong Country
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Time: | 07:00-15:00 |
Highest Altitude: | 2,700m/8,858ft Gyirong |
The first day of the 8-day Tibet Lhasa Overland Tour begins with a delicious breakfast in Kathmandu. The tour officially starts with the drive from Kathmandu to the Gyirong border. Along the way, you will pass several small but beautiful villages like Dhunche, Timure, Syabrubesi, Rasuwagadhi, etc. Once you reach the Gyirong border, you will stop to submit your permits; after you finish immigration, you’ll drive for two hours uphill to Gyirong. You will stay overnight at a hotel in Gyirong.
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Meals: | N/A |
Accomodations: | Saishi Hotel or Similar |
Day 02: Drive from Gyirong to Tingri 4,348m/14,265ft to Shigatse 3,845m/12,582ft
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Time: | 09:00-18:00 |
Highest Altitude: | 4,348m/14,265ft Tingri |
Day two of the Tibet Overland Tour begins in Gyirong. Today, you will drive toward the world’s highest plateau, the Qinghai-Tibetan Plateau. One of the main reasons tourists visit here is to get a glimpse of stunning views of the entire Tibet landscape. Overnight stays can be made in Mansarovar or other similar types of hotels.
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Meals: | Breakfast |
Accomodations: | Mana Sarovar Hotel or Similar |
Day 03: Drive From Shigatse to Lhasa 3,656m/11,995ft Via Gyantse 3,977m/13,048ft
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Time: | 09:00-16:00 |
Highest Altitude: | 3,977m/13,048ft Gyantse |
The third day of the tour also begins with breakfast in the hotel at Shigatse. After breakfast, we board our vehicle and start driving. Today, we will have one of the most extended drives as the tour route leads us to Lhasa. However, you will first reach Gyantse. In Gyantse, you will first reach two popular monasteries: Kumbum Monastery and Pholko Monastery. After a brief stop, you will continue your drive toward Lhasa. They will reach Kambala, Karola, Yamdrok, and the famous Tibetian river in Brahmaputra.
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Meals: | Breakfast |
Accomodations: | Yak Hotel or Similar |
Day 04: Lhasa sightseeing
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Time: | 10:00-16:00 |
Highest Altitude: | 3,656m/11,995ft Lhasa |
The fourth day of the Tibet Overland Journey begins with a delicious breakfast in Lhasa. After breakfast, you will board the vehicle to visit some of the popular attractions of Lhasa, such as Jokhang Temple, Potala Palace, Drepung Monastery, and Norbulingka. After the entire day of sightseeing, you will return to your hotel for an overnight stay.
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Meals: | Breakfast |
Accomodations: | Yak Hotel or Similar |
Day 05: Lhasa sightseeing
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Time: | 10:00 -16:00 |
Highest Altitude: | 3,656m/11,995ft Lhasa |
On the fifth day of the Lhasa tour, you will continue sightseeing in Lhasa for one more day. Today, you will visit Sera and Drepung Monastery, two of the most prominent symbols of Tibetan culture and civilization. The Dalai Lama resided in Drepung Monastery before moving to the Potala Palace. After about six hours of sightseeing around different monasteries and temples, we will return to our hotel for dinner and an overnight stay.
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Meals: | Breakfast |
Accomodations: | Yak Hotel or Similar |
Day 06: Drive from Lhasa to Shigatse
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Time: | 10:00 - 15:00 |
Highest Altitude: | 3,845m/12,582ft Shigatse |
As the trip to Tibet is almost complete, it’s time to return back to Shigatse. After another delicious breakfast in Lhasa, we will start driving back to Shigatse, but along the way, we will see some of the amazing Himalayan Panoramic views. About five hours later, you will reach Shigatse and stay overnight at the Mana Sarovar Hotel.
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Meals: | Breakfast |
Accomodations: | Mana Sarovar Hotel or Similar |
Day 07: Drive from Shigatse to Gyirong
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Time: | 10:00-17:00 |
Highest Altitude: | 4,348m/14,265ft Tingri |
On the seventh day of the Tibet Overland Tour, we will drive back to Gyirong. It takes about seven hours to reach Gyirong from Shigatse. The road all the way is equally beautiful, with Himalayan views. We will stay in a hotel on this side of the border in the evening as it takes lots of time to check your Tibet travel permit, so it’s best to cross the border the next day. Overnight stay at hotel.
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Meals: | Breakfast |
Accomodations: | Saishi Hotel or Similar |
Day 08: Drive from Gyirong to the Border and Kathmandu
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Time: | 07:00-15:00 |
Highest Altitude: | 2,774m/9,101ft |
The last day of the Overland Tibetan Tour is here, and we will cross the Gyirong border. After providing all the permits and the authority, we will begin driving towards Kathmandu. We will pass through different hills, rivers, and small towns until we reach the bustling city of Kathmandu Valley.
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Meals: | Breakfast |
Accomodations: | Kathmandu Business Hotel or similar |
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Why choose the Tibet Overland Tour
Tibet Overland Tour is one of Tiber’s most popular and beautiful tours, and it is available via Jeep. It is among the most underrated tours in Nepal, which is why tourists don’t know why they should experience one of the most beautiful trekking spots in Tibet. So, let’s learn some of the reasons for experiencing the Tibet Overland Tour.
Off the Beat Region
One of the main reasons for the Tibet Overland Tour is the chance to explore the beaten region of Tibet. This tour is mostly unexplored and falls under the radar. However, anyone who has experienced this tour will fall in love with the beautiful region.
Unique Cultural Experiences
The people of Tibet follow unique Tibetan culture and traditions. You will come to meet exceptional people, encounter remote villages, and experience their unique life on the Tibet Overland Tour, which is difficult on just the usual day trip. You can also visit Ghumbas, monasteries, caves, meditating places, etc., to learn about their unique cultures, rituals, and traditions.
Stunning Natural Landscape
Another primary reason to choose the Tibet Overland Tour is the chance to see some stunning natural landscapes, including ridges, valleys, mountains, rivers, etc. You will reach Lhasa and the top of the Tibetan Plateau.
TIBET OVERLAND TOUR Cost
The cost of the Tibet Overland Tour is based on different factors, but what mainly affects it is the number of people in the group booking the tour. The tour costs $1190 per person for a group of 9-20. The fewer the pax members, such as 5-8, the more the cost is $1250 per person. The cost of a four pax tour increases the price to $1350 per person.
Other factors influence the cost of the Tibet Overland Tour: Transportation, Permits, Food and Dining, Additional Expenses, Tour Type, and Travel Season. So, when you decide what kind of tour you want, consider these factors.
Preparing for the Tibet Overland Tour
The Tibet Overland Tour is one of the best touring destinations in the modern time. On this tour, you will not face much adversity. However, you must prepare for some factors such as documents, visas, and travel permits. So let’s get into them.
Choosing appropriate Vehicle
First and foremost, for the Tibet Kathmandu Overland Tour, you need a proper vehicle that can ride off the tour’s beaten roads. Hence, a jeep is the best option to choose from instead of a bus or simple Sedan Cars. Moreover, the Jeep ride is cheaper than the flight, saving you several hundred dollars.
Chinese Visas
To complete the Tibet Overland Tour, the tourists must issue a Chinese visa, which will enable the tour to enter Tibet. First, you must apply for a visa before entering Tibet. You must issue a tourist visa as you are going there for the jeep Tour. The tourists must issue the visa via the Chinese embassy with the passport, which has at least six months to expire. To get your visa for Tibet, you need help from registered travel agencies in Kathmandu, such as Himalayan360. After you submit the required documents for your Tibet Tour, we will help you arrange your visa. Once you submit your application, receiving your Chinese visa takes 6-7 days. You must be in Nepal to apply for these, ideally 7-8 days before your tour.
Permits
Similar to Chinese visas, tourists also need a Tibet travel permit to enter Tibet. First, you must hire a tour operator in Tibet to get this permit and have other documents intact while traveling to the Tibetian region. Hence, when you have all the documents, a Chinese visa, and a Tibetian travel permit, you are all set to explore the roof of the world.
Why Tibet is a popular destination for travelers
Tibet is a very special place, and many people love to visit it at least once in their lifetime. It has tall mountains, big lakes, and wide open spaces. People can go hiking and enjoy the beautiful natural world. Tibet is also full of spirituality. You can see colorful temples and join in local festivals. Many visitors enjoy learning about the culture and beliefs of the Tibetan people.
Tibet is not only beautiful but aace rich in spirituality. Buddhism, followed by Tib Buddhismetan, influences the day-to-day life of the people who have dedicated their lives to protecting their culture and traditions. They live in temples and monasteries. Visitors can see ancient traditions participate or join in festivals, and learn about the beliefs and practices of this unique religion. Many travelers are drawn to connecting with the local culture and understanding Tibetan spirituality.
Choosing the right time to visit Tibet
The best time to visit Tibet is from May to October. During these months, the skies are mostly clear, temperatures can reach double digits, and the ice melts. Tibet is on a high-altitude plateau, so many areas are frozen year-round. You can also visit most regions from April to November. Despite the high altitude, it often feels warm, with temperature in June.
From December to March, it gets very cold and snowy. While beautiful, the snow can stop flights from arriving and make many mountainous areas hard to reach. The least ideal time for the Tibet Overland Tour is July to August. Tibet’s rainy season brings frequent cloud cover. This means that you might not see clear, panoramic views if you trek in the mountains during these months. However, it is also when alpine flowers bloom, making the hills lush and green. The temperatures are mild and pleasant during this time.
FAQs
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