Destination Tibet-Lhasa/Kailash/EBC.

Trip Difficulty Moderate Trip

Duration 8 Days

Activities Tours

Accommodation Hotel and Teahouse Lodge

Max altitude 4350 m

Group Size 1-13 Pax

Meals Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

Vehicle Car/Jeep/Flight

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Overview of Kathmandu Lhasa Group Tour 8 days

Kathmandu Lhasa Group Tour 8 days small budget group joining tour starts from Kathmandu. This is one of the best and cheapest group tour from Kathmandu to Lhasa. All solo backpackers budget travelers can join this 8 days Tibet budget overland tour.

Tibet travel permit, twin sharing budget hotel with breakfast, entrance fee, Kathmandu to border transfer, van transfer during Tibet tour, local Tibetan guide includes on 8 days Kathmandu to Lhasa tour. Lunch and dinner, Tibet/China paper group visa, Flight and train tickets excludes during this tour.

Travel to Lhasa from Kathmandu without booking group tour in advance is not possible. All those you want to go to Tibet and Lhasa must book package tour. Once you book Kathmandu to Lhasa tour, we will take care of everything of your trip to Lhasa Tibet.

Total distance of Kathmandu Lhasa Group Tour 8 days

The Kathmandu Lhasa group tour covers of about 1000km in 5 days. It take 5 days to reach to Lhasa from Kathmandu, stopping overnight and sightseeing as per the 8 days Tibet overland tour itinerary. Once reach Lhasa, you have two full day sightseeing tour in Lhasa visiting and exploring the heritage and historical sites of Lhasa. The highlight points in Lhasa are Potala Palace, Drepung Monastery, Sera Monastery, Jokhang temple, Norbulinka Palace and Barkhor street.

Also on the road drive to Lhasa, we visit Gyirong, Shigatse, Gyantse and Yamdrok Lake with some high passes that offers the great view of Everest, Shisapangma and other himalayan range.

All you need to confirm this tour 20 days to 30 days before group departure dates in the shortest time. It takes 20 to 25 days to make Tibet travel permit and Tibet/China visa. Both Passport copy and original passport requires.

Detail Itinerary of Kathmandu Lhasa Group Tour 8 days

Day 01: Kathmandu to Gyirong via Rasuwagadi (2800m, 170km)

Early morning departure from Kathmandu to Rasuwagadi, the newly open Nepal/Tibet border for 6/7 hours passing through villages, river and waterfall with observing the great view of the Himalayas. Complete the immigration and continue drive to Gyirong. Stay night at guest house in Gyirong.

Day 02: Day 2: Gyirong to Tingri/Lhatse(4350m, 244km)

Drive through the Nyalam passes at 3800m and continue via Lalungla pass (5050m) to Tingri or Lhatse. Highlights of this drive are the ever-present spectacular mountain scenery and the great Himalayas range of Jugal mountain range, Mt. Shisapangma (8013m), the highest peak in Tibet, Mt. Makalu (8463m), Mt. Everest (8848m), Mt. Lhotse (8516m) and Mt. Cho-Oyu (8201m).

Day 03: Lhatse to Xigatse(3900m, 244km

Drive to Xigatse, the place of the famous Tashilumpo monastery, the second largest monastery in Tibet and the seat of Panchen Lama. Overnight at hotel in Shigatse.

Day 04: Xigatse to Gyantse(3950m,90km)

Visit Tashi Lumpo monastery and Xigatse Bazaar in the morning and drive to Gyantse.Gyantse, lying 264 kilometers southwest of Lhasa on the northern bank of the Nyang Chu River, is of historical significance. In the 15th century it served as the capital of a small kingdom. Today, Gyantse retains a deeply Tibetan character. The principle structures consist of a castle on a ridge overlooking the town and a walled monastic complex. The monastery includes the massive temple of Palkhor Chode and the great multi-chapel Kumbum stupa. These religious monuments, part of Gyantse’s ancient monastic town, contain some of the most extraordinary works of art in Tibet.

Day 05: Gyantse to Lhasa(3650m, 264km)

Drive through Karo La pass at (5010m) and onto the Khamba La pass at 4794m. The former climbs two lofty mountains, the Nozing Khang Sa (7223m) and the Ralung (6236m). You will also see the wonderful Yamdrok Tso Lake known as Turquoise Lake and the Brahmaputra River as well as the ever-present views of the interesting and unusual landscape. Spend the night in a guesthouse or hotel in Lhasa.

Day 06: Lhasa Tour

You will explore the Jokhang, the holiest Buddhist temple in the Himalaya’s. Founded nearly 1400 years ago, Jokhang Temple houses the most sacred statue of Buddha. You will work your way through this fascinating temple alongside Buddhist pilgrims from the faraway regions of Tibet. The sound of pilgrims chanting mantras fills the air as does the smell of yak butter candle offerings. In the afternoon, you will go to the 600 year old Sera, one of Tibet’s largest Buddhist monasteries. Each weekday afternoon starting at 3pm, monks engage in Buddhist philosophy debates, which are fun to photograph.

Day 07: Lhasa Tour

You will start the day by exploring the Potala Palace, Tibet’s most iconic building. Towering above Lhasa with more than 1000 rooms, the Potala Palace served as the winter residence of the Dalai Lama’s for hundreds of years. After lunch, you will go to Drepung, another of Tibet’s huge monastic complexes. The pilgrimage circuit around Drepung takes about an hour or so and offers spectacular views.

Day 08: Lhasa to Kathmandu(90km, 2 hours)

After 90km drive from Lhasa city to Lhasa airport, fly to Kathmandu will give you an amazing view of mountains such as Mt Kanchenjunga (8586m), Mt. Everest (8848m), Mt. Makalu (8463m) and others. Those who want to go to mainland China, get train or flight from Lhasa.

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Includes / Excludes

What's Included ?

Free shuttle between Lhasa Railway Station/Lhasa Gonggar Airport and hotel.
Tibet Travel Permit
Local Tour Transfers by comfortable tourist vehicle according to the group size.
All entrance ticket fees for all tourist sites
Standard Accommodation with breakfast during tour.
Upgrade Accommodation and Single room supplement are available for an additional fee
English-speaking tour guide and all his expenses.
All Service Charge and Government Taxes.

What's Excluded ?

Chinese Group Visa
Flight/Train Tickets
Single Room Supplement
Lunch and dinner during Tibet Tour
Tips for guide and driver.
Other expenses such as natural disasters, traffic control, loss of valuables, visa delays, flight delays or cancellations, etc.).
Personal expenses, like laundry, phone calls, snacks, soft drinks

Note: We operate private trip everyday.

We can operate private trip for solo, group, family, students as per your requirements.

Trip Information - Kathmandu Lhasa Group Tour 8 days

Process for booking Everest Base Camp Tour 8 days

To ensure a smooth journey, it is recommended to book the tour at least 15-20 days before departure. Of course, booking 1 or 2 months or even earlier will help us apply for necessary travel documents on your behalf and make advance reservations for accommodations. The earlier you book, the better prepared you’ll be, and you won’t be troubled in a rush.

Necessary travel documents for Everest Base Camp Tour

First, you need to apply for a Chinese Group Visa from the Chinese Embassy in Kathmandu. Make sure you don’t have a Chinese Visa, and your former visa will be canceled once the group visa is issued. Then, you also need the Tibet Travel Permit to enter the Tibet Autonomous Region from Nepal.

Some other local travel documents, like the Alien’s travel permit for visiting the Mount Everest area, are also required for the overland journey from Kathmandu to Lhasa. We’ll take care of Tibet Travel Permit, as well as other local travel documents as part of our tour package. Simply follow our guidance, and there’s no need to worry about the process.

About Chinese Group Visa

Whether you already have a Chinese visa or not, you need to apply for a group visa through the Chinese Embassy in Kathmandu if you are going to enter Tibet from Nepal. We provide visa assistance services. After booking your Nepal to Tibet tour with us, it is suggested to visit our Kathmandu office at least 4 working days before you enter Tibet.

You need to provide the original passport with 6 months of validity. We assist in processing visa matters to ensure that you can successfully obtain a group visa. The visa fee and service fee need to be paid.

If you already hold a Chinese visa, it is not recommended to enter Tibet from Nepal as your original Chinese visa will be canceled due to the issuance of a group visa.

Tibet Travel Permit

Once you book your Kathmandu to Lhasa tour with us, simply provide scanned copies of your Chinese Visa and a valid passport (with at least 6 months of validity). Generally, it takes 7-14 working days to process the Tibet Travel Permit. Our Tibetan local guide will bring permit to you once you cross the border at Gyirong Port.

Best time to Lhasa Everest Base Camp Tour 8 days

The best time to Lhasa Tour are Spring (April to early June) and Autumn (September to October) with fine weather, pleasant temperatures, and less rainfall. You have more chances to enjoy a clear view of of Mt. Everest during your trip.

Winter is also an excellent season to witness the Himalayas and appreciate the clear mountain views in the Everest region. As the off-season for Tibet tourism, winter provides more affordable tour prices, making it a more cost-effective time for your visit from Kathmandu to Lhasa.

Summer (July to August) is the rainy season in Tibet. While most rainfall occurs at night, it doesn’t impact daytime activities. The only inconvenience for visiting in summer is that roads on the Nepal side are often affected by heavy rains, potentially causing landslides and road damage.

Road condition from Kathmandu to Lhasa

The first section from Kathmandu to the border, covering around 180 kilometers, transforms into a dusty and bumpy terrain. After entering Tibet, especially across the Mount Everest area in Tibet, the roads boast good conditions. A major part of the route is comprised of well-paved asphalt roads suitable for regular vehicles, spanning approximately 820 km from Gyirong Port at the Sino-Nepal border to Lhasa City.

Although the road conditions are a little different and challenging, the scenic beauty along the segment is truly captivating. Additionally, our experienced local drivers, who know Tibet’s roads well, we make sure your overland journey in Tibet is safe and comfortable as possible.

Hotel Accommodation

In the border areas, both on the Nepal side and the Chinese side, accommodation options are quite limited and basic. The local hotels offer very basic facilities that cannot be compared with hotels in Kathmandu, Lhasa, and Shigatse. Please understand the limitations in this remote border area.

As you get closer to the big cities, the accommodation along the way gets progressively better. In cities like Lhasa and Shigatse, accommodation options range from luxury 5-star to economic 3-star, allowing you to choose based on your budget and preferences.

Meals on the trip

The meals involved in this package include hotel breakfasts, a farewell dinner, and a lunch at a local restaurant in a Tibetan village near Yamdrok Lake. While traveling, you’ll have the flexibility to explore a diverse range of dining options for other lunches and dinners. Tibetan and Sichuan restaurants are quite common.

If you have specific dietary needs, such as vegetarian preferences or any other requirements, please inform your travel consultant in advance so that we can make the necessary preparations.

Packing List for Everest Base Camp Tour 8 days

Besides the clothes to take, here are some more things to prepare for your trip from Kathmandu to Lhasa.

Personal Care-Pack your essentials such as a toothbrush, toothpaste, facial cleanser, towels, and other personal toiletries. Since there are no shower facilities at Everest Base Camp, consider bringing wet wipes for convenience.

Skincare-Due to the dry climate in Tibet, pack lip balm, moisturizing cream, and hydrating masks to prevent skin dryness and cracking.

Sun Protection-Don’t forget to bring sunscreen and sunglasses for effective sun protection against the strong UV rays in Tibet.

Additional Necessities-Considering the long distances between attractions in Tibet, bring a U-shaped pillow for a comfortable journey. Also, having a thermal flask ensures you have hot water whenever needed.

Common Medications-Take essential medications like motion sickness pills, gastrointestinal medicine, anti-inflammatory drugs, cold medicine, and other medications for emergencies. Include adhesive bandages and eye drops. (Consult your doctor and carefully follow medical advice when taking medication.)

Electronic Devices-Bring your phone, camera, power bank, and any other necessary electronic devices. If you plan to bring a drone, check with our travel consultant in advance. Tibet operates on a 220V voltage.

Cash and Cards-In the Tibet Autonomous Region, the Chinese yuan (RMB) is the primary currency. Alipay and WeChat Pay are commonly accepted in major cities such as Lhasa and Shigatse. While credit cards are usable in some large hotels, restaurants, and shopping malls in Lhasa, it’s important to note that in remote areas, cash might be essential. To ensure convenience, it’s recommended to carry a small amount of Chinese yuan and at least one bank card with you.