Lhasa Tibet Tour 7N 8D Itinerary

Lhasa Tibet Tour offers you to travel to the unique destination- Lhasa, either via Nepal or from Tibet and return through both the options. This tour package, however, starts with a drive from Kathmandu crossing the Nepal-Tibet border at Rasuwagadhi and Kerung. Then, the drive from Kerung continues to southeast through the beautiful friendship highway of Tibetan Plateau. We will arrive at New Tingri/Shegar (4050m) for a night halt. Next day, the drive continues to Shigatse (4050m) through the highest mountain pass Gyatso La (5200m) and through Tsola (4500m) and along with the beautiful villages. From Shigatse, we will head towards Gyantse (3950m), while touring to different monasteries. Finally, we will drive to Lhasa via 3 big mountain passes, Simila, Karo La, Kampa La and explore Yamduk Lake and Karola Glacier, before reaching Lhasa. In Lhasa, we will have a two days tour at different ancient architectures, temples, monasteries and villages. The tour concludes on your return via a flight to Kathmandu or towards your destination. This tour can be arranged via flight or via road trip, both ways according to your preferential request.

  • Day 1 Kathmandu - Kyirong border - Kyirong town: 2800m/ 168Km, 7-8 hours’ drive

    Morning scenic drive from Kathmandu to Rashuwagadhi/Kyirong (Nepal-Tibet) border passing through Nepalese countryside landmarks, waterfalls, forests, etc. We arrive at the border and our guide will assist in completing all the necessary immigration formalities in both Nepalese and Tibet borders. After completion, we will continue our drive to Kyirong town (20Km) and check-in at the hotel.

    Overnight in Kyirong town.

    • Meals: Breakfast
    • Accommodation: Hotel
    • Place: Kyirong
    • Altitude: 2800m
  • Day 2 Kyirong - Pekutso - New Tingri (Shegar): 4050m/270Km, 5-6 hours drive.

    Today, after breakfast, a journey to New Tingri (Shegar) will begin with a drive. We will pass by the most sacred cave of Milarepa Yogi which dates back to the 11th century and also the birthplace of Milarepa. Continue to drive through Gongthang La Pass at the elevation of over 5000m. Then drive along Pekutso lake and continue to Old Tingri at the distance of around 100Km from Pekutso. The scenery is extremely beautiful with Shisha Bangma snow mountain on the right and Pekutso on the left. During pleasant weather, one can enjoy the view of Mt. Everest on the way to Old Tingri. We continue to drive on the friendship highway and reach New Tingri after one-hour.

    Overnight in New Tingri.

    • Meals: Breakfast
    • Accommodation: Hotel
    • Place: New Tingri
    • Altitude: 4050m
  • Day 3 Shegar - Shigatse: 3900m /240Km, 5-6 hours drive.

    We start our tour at around 9.30Am after breakfast at the hotel and drive through the highest mountain pass Gyatso La (5200m) and through Tsola (4500m) and along with the beautiful villages. We will have our lunch at Shigatse and head for the sightseeing of Tashi Lhunpo Monastery.

    Overnight in Shigatse.

    • Meals: Breakfast
    • Accommodation: Hotel
    • Place: Shigatse
    • Altitude: 3900m
  • Day 4 Shigatse (3900m) - Gyantse (3950m): 90Km, 4-5 hours drive.

    After breakfast, we around 9 AM, we begin our drive to Gyantse. Have lunch in Gyangtse and then visit Palchoe monastery and Kubum Pagoda. In the afternoon, explore the old town of Gyantse.

    Overnight in Gyantse.

    • Meals: Breakfast
    • Accommodation: Hotel
    • Place: Gyantse
    • Altitude: 3950m
  • Day 5 Gyantse - Yamdrok lake - Lhasa (3650m): 270Km, 5-6 hours drive.

    Around 9 AM, after breakfast, we drive towards Lhasa via 3 big mountain passes, Simila, Karo La, Kampa La, respectively. Karo La is the highest pass among them (5000m) with its most beautiful glaciers, beautiful Yamdrok lake emerged as coral color from the top of Kampa La pass. Lunch at Nakartse, which is just between the Yamdrok lake and Karola glaciers. Continue drive to Lhasa.

    Overnight in Lhasa.

    • Meals: Breakfast
    • Accommodation: Hotel
    • Place: Lhasa
    • Altitude: 3650m
  • Day 6 Sightseeing in Lhasa (3600m)

    After breakfast, we will have a full day sightseeing tour in Lhasa. This tour includes Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, Barkhor Bazar, etc. Leisure in the evening.

    Overnight in Lhasa.

    • Meals: Breakfast
    • Place: Lhasa
    • Altitude: 3600m
  • Day 7 Sightseeing in Lhasa (3600m)


    After breakfast, visit Dropenling workshop, with a sip of a Tibetan tea, get to know more about how the statues are made by the Tibetans. Drive for sightseeing in Drepung and Sera Monasteries. Leisure in the evening.

    Overnight in Lhasa.

    • Meals: Breakfast
    • Accommodation: Hotel
    • Place: Lhasa
    • Altitude: 3600m
  • Day 8 Lhasa to Kathmandu or Main Land.

    After breakfast, drive to Gonggar Airport for our final return departure flight to Kathmandu or to your onward destination.

    We bid a farewell for your next journey and convey our gratitude for being with us.

    Thank you!

    • Meals: Breakfast