In fact, Tibet Overland Tour will give you a unique opportunity to travel around the most attractive places of Tibet situated in the world's biggest and highest plateau and give you a chance for an incredible drive across its breathtakingly vast and windy plains surrounded by snowy mountains. In addition, the Tibet Overland Tour is truly a once-in-a-lifetime adventure organized by Team Himalaya.
DestinationTibet
Duration12 days
GradeModerate & high altitude.
ActivitiesTrekking
AccommodationTea-House and Lodge
Max. Elevation5220m.
Vehicleprivate vehicles
MealsBreakfast, Lunch, and Dinner during The Trek
Overview
Tibet Overland Tour covers the best part of Tibet on the world’s largest and highest plateau, offering a mesmerising driving journey with awesome views of windswept terrain against the backdrop of snow-capped mountains. This is certainly an experience of a lifetime: the Tibet Overland Tour, organised and led by Team Himalaya, with cultural trips in and around the Himalayan destinations.
Tibet Overland Tour starts with a pleasant stay in Kathmandu with interesting cultural tours and a scenic drive towards Lhasa, the roof of the world city, where you will have time to acclimatise, along with a cultural and historical tour of important places and monasteries, accompanied by our native Tibet guide who will take care of you throughout your stay in Tibet.
Tibet Nepal Overland Tour Highlights
The best of classic Tibet tours covering unique areas and the countryside.
Visiting traditional Tibetan villages, towns, cities, and important monasteries in the world’s largest and highest plateau, with picturesque scenery.
Visiting the famous monasteries and cities of Lhasa, Gyantse, and Shigatse, driving through high passes and the turquoise lake of Yamdrok Tso
View of the world’s highest mountains, Everest, Cho-Oyu, and Shishapangma.
After a great drive leading towards high passes of Laylung-la with awesome panorama of high mountains that straddles the border with Nepal and Tibet and with view of world highest mountains Shisapangma, Cho-Oyu and Mt. Everest and through the highest pass Gyatso-la at 5,220 meters of this trip and slowly the drive leads to famous 2nd biggest city at Shigatse, home of his holiness Panchen Lama visiting the beautiful Tashilumpo palace and monastery complex, after a nice time here a short drive to Gyantse city and then heading towards beautiful Yamdrok Tsho Lake and over the great passes of Khamba-la and Karo-la pass with awesome views of snow capped peaks and glaciers, the drive reaches to the roof of the world city in Lhasa the beautiful city where Potala Palace dominates the whole city, here visiting important and famous monasteries and palaces then a sweeping scenic flight brings you back to Kathmandu with wonderful memories and experience of Tibet Overland Tour with excellent service and guidance of Team Himalaya.
Itinerary of Tibet Nepal Overland Tour - 12 days
On arrival, meet our TH staff for a courtesy transfer to your respective hotels in the heart of Kathmandu, in the Thamel area, an interesting place for shopping and dining at many world-class restaurants, pubs, and bakeries. Our guide will provide details regarding a trip to Scenic Overland to Tibet.
Max. Elevation:1300 M
Duration:30 Mins
Morning after breakfast at given time our city and cultural guide will guide you in and around Kathmandu at places of interest and importance, as Kathmandu Valley is full of World Heritage Sites the holy Pashupatinath temple, Bouddhanath (Little Tibet), Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple) & monasteries, ancient Kings Palaces and courtyard in Kathmandu; after an interesting sightseeing back to the hotel, preparation for the trip to Scenic Overland to Tibet.
Max. Elevation:1300 M
Duration:4 Hours
Early departure from the hotel, drive towards Kodari (Tibet/Nepal border) through scenic countryside, with a brief stop in Dhulikhel, then continue to the Nepal frontier at Kodari and then to Zhangmu. After completing immigration formalities at Kodari and Zhangmu, continue driving for another two hours to Nylam town through a winding, uphill road, passing through an enchanting stretch of the last of the green forest. After Nylam, all three lines disappear. In Nylam, check into the best available guest house, lodge, or hotel.
Max. Elevation:3600 M
Duration:6 hours
Distance:165 Km
Nylam is a small, growing town at the start and end of the Tibetan Plateau. From here, the lush green forest disappears, only to be replaced by a few Populus and Willow trees that survive the cold, dry zone of Tibet.
From Nylam, the drive passes through traditional Tibetan farm villages to the Lalung-la Pass at 5,050 m, with a super vista of Mt. Shishapangma (8,013 meters), the highest in Tibet and the world's 14th-highest mountain.
This scenic drive continues towards Shegar via a town of old Tingri, with excellent view of Mt. Everest 8,848 meters and of world’s 06th highest Cho-Oyu at 8,465 meters, after marveling the views reaching at the windswept town of Shegar also known by the new name New Tingri, which is the junction on the Nepal / Tibet, China Friendship Highway the north leading to Kharte east Tibet around Makalu region and to Rongbuk Monastery and Everest Base Camp and Shigatse and Lhasa via the high Gyatso-la pass at 5,220 meters.
Max. Elevation:4350 M
Duration:5 Hours
Distance:244 KM
Morning drive leads over the highest pass of this awesome trip at Gyatsola (5,220 m). From here, descend to Lhatse town, situated on the route to Mt. Kailash, and continue the journey towards Shigatse, the second-largest city in Tibet, home to the famous Tashilhunpo Monastery, the seat of the Panchen Lama.
Max. Elevation:3900 M
Duration:5 Hours
Distance:150 Km
Morning visit to Tashilhunpo Monastery and Shigatse bazaar. After an interesting time here, the drive continues east to Gyantse. Gyantse is a small, bustling town steeped in history, located 90 km from Shigatse and south of Lhasa. On reaching Gyantse, visit Kumbum Chorten, built around 1400 A.D. Then, in the early 19th and 20th centuries, it became the main center for trade with British India through Darjeeling, Sikkim, and Bhutan.
Max. Elevation:3950 M
Duration:3 Hours
Distance:90 Km
An interesting scenic drive today to Lhasa crossing of Karo La Pass at 5,010 m with close views of Najon Khangtsa peaks with its ice falls and glaciers, and towards the last, Khamba La Pass at 4,795 m and the beautiful emerald Yamdrok Tsho-lake, well known as the turquoise lake. After a grand view from Khamba-la, the good drive descends to cross the Yarlung Tsanpo River also known as Bhramaputra River which flows from Mt. Kailash in South West Tibet, here on a nice highway then reaching to our destination at Lhasa on the older part of Lhasa with majestic view of great Potala Palace in Lhasa with time for short walk around the Barkhor market area.
Max. Elevation:3650 M
Duration:5 Hours
Distance:261 Km
A two-day tour of Lhasa includes the famous Sera Monastery, one of the most important and oldest monasteries of Tibet, where monks engage in interesting debates, as well as a school of Tibetan Buddhism.
The Jokhang Temple is another interesting place to visit, as it holds great historical significance, and the day tour concludes with a visit to Barkhor Bazaar.
Tour of Potala Palace, which was originally built in 640 A.D., with a 13-storied palace standing at 117.19 meters high and housing 1000 rooms, big and small. Afternoon visit to Drepung monastery, the largest of all monasteries in Tibet; an interesting time at the monasteries and places; time for walking around Barkhor square and market.
After an early breakfast, drive for an hour on the newly built highway through nice tunnels to Gongar airport, after immigration formalities, the flight with scenic views of Mt. Everest and Mt. Makalu at close distance on board Air China, which takes about an hour to reach Kathmandu over the majestic Himalayan range offers the spectacular view of Everest and some of its adjoining peaks. Upon arrival at Kathmandu Airport, Team Himalaya staff will transfer you to your hotel in Thamel.
Max. Elevation:1300 M
We have reserved this day to relax and enjoy your last day in Kathmandu with another sightseeing tour in and around Kathmandu at places of interest and importance, as Kathmandu Valley is full of World Heritage Sites the holy Pashupatinath temple, Bouddhanath (Little Tibet), Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple) & monasteries, ancient Kings Palaces and courtyard in Kathmandu; after an interesting sightseeing back to hotel.
Max. Elevation:1300 m
Last day in Nepal with a wonderful, memorable time in Nepal, and to Scenic Overland to Tibet with Team Himalaya and transfer to the airport for the flight back home or to the respective destination.
If the provided schedule isn't suitable for you, we can create personalized travel arrangements.
**Discounts are determined exclusively by the size of your group. We do not add additional members to your group.
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Cost Includes
All arrival and departure transportation from the airport to/hotel /the airport.
Twin-sharing accommodation in Kathmandu at tourist standard hotels on a bed/breakfast basis.
Twin sharing accommodation on route to Lhasa at standard hotels, lodge, or guest house, where available, on a bed and breakfast basis.
Full-day Sightseeing tour.
Applicable Tibet Visa and Tibet Road permits.
Service of Nepali / Tibetan guides and staff with daily medical insurance and meal allowance.
Welcome dinner in Kathmandu at an authentic Nepalese restaurant with cultural programs.
Kathmandu to Lhasa airfare.
Cost Excludes
Nepal Visa-International airfare-personal Travel / medical insurance.
Expenses of a personal nature and meals in Kathmandu, gratuity (tips), hard/soft drinks.
Expenses of a personal nature, meals in Tibet, gratuities (tips), and hard/soft drinks.
Personal travel gear or equipment.
Down jackets- sleeping bags.
Emergency evacuation by any means of transportation, including helicopter services and a personal medical kit.
Early return from the trip due to personal/medical problems; in this case, the client should bear their own expenses.
Know Before you Go
Booking Terms and Conditions
Dear Guests and Travelers to Nepal and other Himalayan destinations, please make sure you have understood our Terms and Conditions after carefully reading the mutual contract and legal process, as this will help maintain our long-term relationship.
After selecting the trip of your choice from our varied programs and itineraries, the first step in the booking process is to complete our booking form and, upon completion, send it along with a 40% non-refundable deposit for the entire Nepal Trip.
Along with the completed form, you are required to email your passport copy and flight Ticket with all details to us at the Team Himalaya Kathmandu office ([email protected]).
Upon receiving your passport copy and details, along with your completed booking form and non-refundable deposit, we will send you a final confirmation receipt and acknowledgement.
All deposits are required for selected and chosen trips on a per-person basis. We will email you with the direct deposit procedure and details.
As per the booking and Trip money transfer, service charges of the respective banks may apply and should be paid at the time of deposit.
We will email you the details for making payments with your credit card once you have filled out the Booking form.
We accept Visa or Mastercard only, with a 4% processing fee for credit card payments. Wire transfers are charged by the Banks as a service.
The Condition for clearing the remaining balance as per the trip booked is as follows:
The remaining balance for all Nepal Trips should be paid and cleared upon arrival.
The remaining balance for other Himalayan countries, such as Bhutan and Tibet, as well as for all multi-country tours, must be cleared within 35 days of your trip departure date.
Team Himalaya Treks & Expeditions (P) Ltd reserves the right to cancel your trip if the full amount is not paid on time.
In certain circumstances, we will accept your last-minute booking at least a week before the tour departure date for all trips; in this case, full payment is required.
02: How to pay your selected trip deposit:
Credit Card (Visa & Mastercard):
Please call us at 00977-9841824281 to pay over the phone.
Payment:
Please deposit by wire Transfer to Team Himalaya (P) Ltd and post it to the address below:
Company Address: Team Himalaya (P) Ltd
Bank Transfer:
Bank Address: Himalayan Bank Limited.
Bank address: Tridevi Marg, Thamel, Kathmandu
Account No:01908416120019.
Account Type: Foreign Currency (USD)
Bank SWIFT code: HIMANPKA.
03: Refund & Cancellation:
The company will not issue a refund for the 40% deposit amount in the event of cancellation of your trip for any reason.
After paying the full amount for any selected trip, you are entitled to a refund if you cancel your trip by informing us as early as possible, provided the charge is reasonable per the company's rules and regulations.
Still, the cancellation charge is invoiced to you. Written notification of your cancellation is required to cancel any trip. Nevertheless, you have imposed a cancellation charge as advised below:-
60 days or more deposit retained 45 – 50 days before departure 50% 30 – 40 days before departure, 75% 20 days before departure, 100%
04: Extra Supplement Charge:
Team Himalaya Treks & Expeditions (P) Ltd tour/trek packages, rooms, or tents are provided on a twin-sharing basis. Thus, a single-room supplement will be charged for a client who does not have another tour participant to share a room/tent with. It also applies to clients who need a single supplement in hotel or lodge tents/rooms.
05: Early return from any Tours or Treks:
No refunds will be issued for clients who return early from our trips due to personal, domestic/or medical problems, or for any other personal reasons, regardless of any portions of the itinerary that remain unused.
06: Amendment in Trip Cost:
Team Himalaya Treks & Expeditions (P) Ltd. reserves the right to revise or change the trip costing rate posted on our website, under any circumstances, or on the pressure of various external factors beyond our control, for instance, changes in exchange rate, government action, etc. inflation, however assuring that we will put our effort as much possible to keep the present cost rate as it is.
07: Unforeseen Circumstances:
Suppose the company must cancel the trip due to unforeseen circumstances, such as natural disasters, political conflict, unfavourable weather, or road closures. In that case, we will refer you to an alternative trip of a similar type and standard.
Even if this doesn’t suit your preferences and interests, all trip prices you pay to our company will be refunded, with an administration and trip arrangement charge of 15-20%, depending on the trip chosen.
Please note that any other expenses incurred by you as a result of this booking are entirely your responsibility.
08: Travel / Medical Insurance:
We strongly recommend that all booking Clients acquire Travel and Medical Insurance as a condition of all our tours, trekking, and climbing trips. It should include adequate protection for tour/trekking/climbing/rafting or any other adventure sports, covering personal injury, death, medical expenses, and repatriation/emergency evacuation expenses by any means of transportation, such as helicopter rescue or air ambulance, as well as adequate baggage cover.
09: Health & Fitness:
All our Treks and Tours require sound health and a level of fitness before signing the booking with us. The client should always check with their local Doctor or Physician regarding their health and fitness before the trip departs for the Himalayan destinations.
It’s solely the client’s responsibility to inform Team Himalaya Treks & Expeditions of any pre-existing medical condition or disability that might reasonably be expected to increase the risk of your required medical attention, which may affect your capability to travel on the trips booked with us.
Children and Elderly people:
An authorised guardian appointed by the parents must accompany all travellers under the age of sixteen.
A person of more than 70 years of age, although in good health, still needs a partner, family member, or friend to accompany him/her.
If you have any queries regarding age and suitability, please get in touch with us for further information.
10: Nepal / Tibet Visas & Passport Conditions:
All clients must have a valid passport with at least six months of validity from the return date of travel.
Nepal visas can be obtained from the Nepal Consulate or Embassy in your country or upon arrival at Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport. The costs of Nepalese visas are the sole responsibility of clients. All clients must have a valid passport with at least 6 months of validity from the return date. As you are unable to obtain visas to Tibet, you need to send your passport details to Team Himalaya Treks & Expeditions for visa applications to travel in Tibet. We require this information at least three weeks before departure.
11: Risk and Liabilities:
Team Himalaya's main concern is your safety and satisfaction, including our staff's welfare; therefore, we carry out all our assignments sincerely & honestly to ensure your holiday is hassle-free and problem-free.
Nevertheless, unless otherwise stated, the trip may be changed due to unforeseen or inherent circumstances, such as landslides, roadblocks, floods, heavy snow, political unrest, flight cancellations, delayed arrivals, sickness, or accidents. Any extra cost incurred there is your responsibility and should be borne on the spot.
Flight Delay/Cancellation:
Possibility of domestic flight delay or postponement due to bad weather in the Himalayan regions, which sometimes happens, in particular around the Everest region, Lukla, Phaplu, the Annapurna / Mustang / Manang region, Humde, Jomsom, and on the Far West Dolpa, Simikot, and Jumla region, and on the Far East sector, Tumlingtar, and Taplejung area.
Trekking in remote areas, or as described above, especially during the off-season, you are strongly advised to reserve extra days to account for delays and avoid frustrating consequences.
In case of flight cancellation for the pre-tour/post-tour, you need to bear the accommodation and food costs yourself.
12: Our Responsible Adventure Policy:
Our entire tour/trekking guide representing Team Himalaya Treks & Expeditions deserves all authority during tours, trekking/rafting, or climbs.
Team Himalaya Treks & Expeditions will make every effort to ensure every trip is comfortable and satisfactory. Still, one must understand that countries in the Himalayas or in the Third World and Developing Countries like Nepal cannot afford many Western and highly developed facilities; however, we will do our best to make your trip enjoyable and memorable while with us.
Weather is another factor that directly impacts some trips; hence, patience, enthusiasm, and proper preparation before heading out are a must.
Your personal belongings:
On any account, we’re not responsible for any loss or damage to your baggage/luggage or property, even when our porters, ponies, or vehicles shoulder it. Our trip escorts and guides will provide necessary safety precautions to ensure this does not occur while with us.
Papers & Documents:
All necessary papers and documents should be presented in sequence, for example, to issue visas, required permits, etc. We’re not accountable if any trip formalities aren't completed in time before the trip departs due to the absence of essential papers and documents.
We had a very successful EBC trek in October 2024 because of Team Himalaya! Our guide, Raj, was very knowledgeable in all things Everest. He set us up in the best lodges where we had great service all along. He provided us with a superb porter, who also went above and beyond in taking care of us. Raj was very patient with us and was always looking out for our best interests. We would highly recommend Team Himalaya for any trek!
AAlec S1st Apr, 2024
Everest Base Camp Team Himalaya March 2024
We have just returned from a 14 day, 11 day hike with Raj and Durga from Team Himalaya to Everest Base Camp. From the minute we landed to our departure we were properly looked after and cared for by Team Himalaya. The trek to and from Everest Base Camp was wonderful, our guides and porters really looked after us and were incredibly knowledgeable. In Nepal things can go wrong especially with flights to and from Lukla but Team responded magnificently and found alternative solutions. If this is on your bucket list as ours and you are looking for a company to organise this with I would 100% recommend Raj.
JJourney379926937861st Apr, 2024
Reaching Everest Base Camp with TEAM HIMALAYA
If you are looking for an adventure of a lifetime, don’t hesitate! Choose TEAM HIMALAYA for your Everest Base Camp trek! We completed the EBC trek early November 2023 . My husband and I chose to do a private trek with Team Himalaya. Everything went smoothly with our guide Raj. His team and organization is outstanding! We could not have done it without him. Raj took care of everything throughout the trek and made sure we were well at all times, even providing us fresh fruits every night after dinner! We felt safe at all times , his experience and knowledge of the Himalayas helped us achieve our goal in reaching the EBC! His professionalism went beyond our expectations from our first contact with him for information until the very end. We will forever remember this expedition and gained a friend in our guide Raj!
eevanhH6577DL13th May, 2023
Incredible Experience by evan
It was an incredible experience being surrounded by the towering Annapurna Himalayas. This memorable trek through Nepal offered the best scenic views and stunning landscapes. Despite being surprised at how quickly the trek ended, the daily walks were filled with dramatic views that left a lasting impression.
I highly recommend this adventure, as it is one of the best base camp treks in the Himalayas with minimal risk of altitude sickness. Although there were steep ups and downs that were tiring on some days, the breathtaking views made it all worth it. This was easily the most exciting trek I have ever experienced.
I want to thank Team Himalayas and Raj for providing exceptional service with their expert guide and staff.