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Spend time traveling around Tibet and experience a truly unforgettable destination. Visit the region's monasteries and temples for awe-inspiring views and explore vibrant markets for a taste of local life. The trip's itinerary includes visits to the famous Potala and Norbulingka palaces, the great Drepung Monastery, Jokhang Temple, and a walk in a bustling Tibetan market. See the well-known but rarely visited Shalu and Sakya Monasteries. Day 1: Fly from Kathmandu to Lhasa. Arrive and be greeted by your guide. Transfer to your hotel and spend the day at your own leisure while acclimatizing to the high altitude. Day 2: Take a sightseeing tour of Lhasa. Visit the Drepung Monastery, Jokhang Temple, and Barkhor Bazaar. Day 3: Continue sightseeing in Lhasa and visit Potala Palace, Norbulingka Palace, and the Sera Monastery. Day 4: After breakfast, depart for Gyangtse via Yamdrok Lake. Visit the Pelkhor Chode Monastery and see the Gyangtse Kumbum stupa. Day 5: Drive from Gyangtse to Shigatse and stop at Shalu Monastery along the way. Visit the Tashilhunpo Monastery and Shigatse Market as well. Day 6: Drive from Shigatse to Shegar with a stop at Sakya Monastery. Day 7: Drive to Zhangmu and visit the Milarepa's Cave. Day 8: Walk Across Friendship Bridge before driving back to Kathmandu. Get dropped off at your pickup location, or another address within the pickup and drop-off areas.

Spend 14-days in the region surrounding Mount Everest. See towns, monasteries, lakes, and sacred sites around Mount Everest. Spend 3-days trekking through the region. Itinerary: Day 1 Be picked up at your hotel in Lhasa and spend the day exploring the city. Visit the Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, and Barkhor Street. Spend the night at a hotel. Day 2 Spend the day in Lhasa and enjoy a tour of the city. Visit the Drepung and Sera Monastery. Spend the night at a hotel. Day 3 Depart Lhasa and head to Yamdrok Lake. See Yamdrok Lake, one of the three largest sacred lakes in Tibet. Afterward, head to Shigatse. Spend the night at a lodge in Shigatse. Day 4 Travel from Shigatse to Tingri. At an elevation of 4300 meters, the town is a common starting point for those climbing Mount Everest. Spend the night at a lodge in Tingri. Day 5 Head to Rongbuk Monastery. At 5009 meters above sea level, Rongbuk Monastery claims to be the highest-elevation monastery in the world. From Rongbuk Monastery, head to the Everest Base Camp. Spend the night at a lodge or camp at the Everest Base Camp. Day 6 Spend the day at the Everest Base Camp and Saga. Spend the night at a lodge or camp in Saga. Day 7 Depart Saga and head to Lake Manasarovar. See the freshwater lake and its surroundings before heading to Darchen. Located in front of Mount Kailash, the town is a popular starting point for pilgrimages in the area. Spend the night at a lodge or camp in Darchen. Day 8 Day 8 is the first day of the trek. Trek for 20km from Darchen to Drirapuk. Spend the night in a lodge or camp at Drirapuk. Day 9 Day 9 is the second day of the trek. Trek for 18km from Drirapuk to Zuthuphuk. Spend the night in a lodge or camp at Zuthulphuk. Day 10 Day 10 is the third day of the trek. Trek for 14km from Zuthuphuk to Darchen. Spend the night in a lodge or camp at Darchen. Day 11 After your 3-day trek, travel from Darchen to Saga. Spend the night at a lodge in Saga. Day 12 Travel from Saga to Shigatse. Spend the night at a lodge in Shigatse. Day 13 Depart Shigatse and head to Lhasa. Spend the night at a hotel in Lhasa. Day 14 Be dropped off at the airport.

Discover the enchanting fusion of Nepal's historical treasures and Tibet's mystical landscapes in this 8-day odyssey. From the vibrant city of Kathmandu to the serene hills of Nagarkot, immerse yourself in diverse cultures. Traverse to Lhasa, Tibet, where ancient monasteries, the revered Potala Palace, and spiritual encounters await. This meticulously curated journey promises an unforgettable exploration of heritage, nature, and spirituality, leaving you captivated by the allure of these two extraordinary destinations. Day 1: Arrive in Kathmandu Greeted at airport, private transfer to hotel Tour briefing and leisure time at the hotel Day 2: Kathmandu & Nagarkot Explore Kathmandu: Boudhanath Stupa, Pashupatinath temple, Bhaktapur Durbar Square Drive to Nagarkot for stunning mountain views and sunset Day 3: Nagarkot to Kathmandu Return to Kathmandu, visit Patan Durbar Square and Swayambhunath Stupa Explore UNESCO World Heritage sites Day 4: Preparation for Tibet Tour Welcome to Tibet, briefing by tour leader Refreshment and overnight stay in Kathmandu Day 5: Flight to Lhasa Drive to airport, fly to Lhasa Meet Tibetan guide, transfer to hotel in Lhasa Day 6: Lhasa Sightseeing Morning visit to Jokhang Temple Explore Barkhor Bazaar Drive to Sera Monastery Day 7: More Lhasa Exploration Visit Potala Palace, a UNESCO site Explore Drepung Monastery, once the world’s largest Day 8: Flight back to Kathmandu After breakfast, drive to airport for return flight Conclusion of the enriching Nepal Tibet tour

Lhasa city 4-day trip Day 1: Arrive in Lhasa railway station/Lhasa Gongga Airport Day 2: Sightseeing in Lhasa Potola palace, Jorkhang Temple, Barkor street Day 3: Sightseeing in Lhasa Norbulingka Palace, Sera Monastery, Drupung Monastery, Tibet Museum Day 4: Leave from Lhasa to your next destination. Agreement for travelers who go to Tibet 1. General issues (1) Even after we have accepted your application to arrange your trip and confirmed the itinerary, it is still subject to change in the case of natural disaster, war, riot, cancellation caused by Transport Department or company, governmental order, or other factors that we were not able to predict, and we believe it is better to change your itinerary for reasons of safety or the smooth running of the tour. (2) In the case above, we will try to let you know about the change or cancellation before we make the arrangement but, in case of emergency, we will explain it after we have made the changes. (3) We will not be held responsible for any extra fees caused by these unexpected matters. 2. Concerned issues in TAR (Tibet Autonomous Region) (1) Diplomats, press agents, Tibetan immigrants and people who are related to Tibet-Free organization or activities are not allowed to apply for the permit here. (2) All foreign tourists in Tibet must not do anything to harm the peace and prosperity of Tibet; don’t do anything to destroy Tibetan way of life and their cultural heritage, and you will take full responsibility for your actions. (3) TAR is not fully opened area. There are some places which are closed to foreigners, and even to Chinese. Please follow the local rules and regulations. When you’re travelling outside of Lhasa, please check the current policy with the travel agency in Lhasa to see if and how you can go to the places in which you are interested. 3. Permit (1) The Tibet Entry Permit only allows you to travel inside Lhasa and a very limited area surrounding the city. It does not allow you to travel outside of Lhasa. Travel outside of Lhasa without the proper permit is illegal because individual travelers in TAR are not allowed. Foreign tourists have to understand this and assume all subsequent responsibility here. (2) If you want to book a tour including sightseeing outside of Lhasa, we will arrange the other necessary permits and documents for you according to your fixed itinerary. Once in Tibet, if you want to change your itinerary, please contact our partner agency in Lhasa through the guide. They hold the relevant information about your Entry Permit. You cannot obtain a Travel Permit or other necessary documents from any other agencies. (3) You are not able to carry the Permit yourself; the guide carries and keeps it.

Tibet Tour with Everest Base Camp is the most demanding and popular tour to Tibet, where you’ll be embarking on a journey on a 920 kilometers stretch of road, known as the Friendship Highway between Lhasa to Kathmandu. Tibet with Everest Base Camp Tour allows you on several detours to the highlights of the Tsang Province and natural exploration of the central part of the Tibetan Plateau surrounded by mountains of 5,500 meters of a forgotten world. Explore various settlements along the way towards the Tibet Everest Base Camp which offers a spectacular view of Mt. Everest from the southern side with other endless rows of mountains, get insight into the life and culture of the friendly Tibetan people, discover ancient monasteries, observe the sacred chanting of the monks, hiking along the tranquil shores of the Turquoise Lake Yamdrok Tso. This Tibet Tour with Everest Base Camp is designed as an opportunity to learn about various traditions and cultures of people along with natural wonders. Day 1: Kathmandu to Lhasa (3,650m) Get picked up from your hotel in Kathmandu and taken to the airport. Fly from Kathmandu to Lhasa and arrive at the Gonngar Airport. Transfer one hour to Lhasa and enjoy a full night's rest for acclimatization at a hotel. Day 2-3: Two days of sightseeing in Lhasa Visit Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple and Barkhor Bazaar, Drepung Monastery, and the Sera Monastery with a guide. Stay overnight at a hotel. Day 4: Lhasa - Gyantse (3,950m) - Shigatse Drive to Gyantse via Yamadroke Lake and the high passes, Kora LA (5,010m) and Kamba La (4,794m). After breakfast, enjoy some sightseeing in Gyantse with visits to Pholkor and Kumbum Monastery. In the evening, take a 1.5-hour scenic drive to Xigatse through the typical Tibetan countryside. Stay overnight at a hotel. Day 5: Shigatse - Xegar (4,200m) Wake up and head off to visit Panchen Lama’s Tashilhumpu Monastery. Then drive to Xegar, crossing over Gyatchula, a pass of 5,200m. Settle in for an overnight at a hotel. Day 6: Xegar to Ronbuk (4,980m), 90 kilometers  Embark on a scenic drive to Ronbuk through the beautiful Tibetan countryside. Explore Ronbuk Monastery, the highest monastery in the world, and enjoy an overnight at a guest house.   Day 7: Ronbuk - Everest Base Camp - Kerong Hike up to Everest Base Camp and explore the surrounding area. Travel back to Ronbuk and then drive to Kerong for overnight at a hotel. Day 8: Kerong to Kathmandu Head toward the Rasuwagadi border and, after necessary border formalities, drive to Kathmandu on the magical Friendship Highway to conclude the tour with hotel drop-off.

Your Tibetan private tour guide will pick you up at Lhasa Gonggar Airport or train station according to the itinerary you provided at the time of booking and then transfer to your own prearranged hotel. The rest of day is at your leisure for exploration. The next day, you will visit Jokhang Temple and Potala Palace. Potala Palace and Jokhang Temple are both key landmarks of Tibet. Later, you will visit a local market before returning to your own prearranged hotel. This morning, you will embark on a great trip to Ganden Monastery As well as the impressive architecture, you will also see majestic surroundings on top of Ganden Wangpo Hill. Wander around the hill to takes in the panoramic view of the valley before continuing to Sera monastery before driving back to your own prearranged hotel. On the last day, you will be transferred to Lhasa Airport or train station in the morning where this 4-day tour concludes.