Join Desire Adventures for an unforgettable 8 day journey from Kathmandu to Lhasa. This adventure takes you through the majestic Himalayas, offering a chance to experience Tibet’s breathtaking natural beauty and vibrant cultural heritage. Ideal for adventurers, the tour combines stunning landscapes with unique cultural sites.
Your adventure begins in Kathmandu, Nepal’s energetic capital, and continues with a scenic drive through the Himalayas to the Sino-Nepal border at Rasuwa Gadi. Once in Tibet, you’ll acclimatize in the tranquil Gyirong Valley before visiting Everest Base Camp, where you’ll enjoy spectacular views of the world’s highest peak, Mount Everest.
The journey moves on to Shigatse, where you’ll visit the historic Tashilhunpo Monastery, followed by a stop in Gyantse to explore Pelkor Monastery and the Kumbum Stupa. You’ll then visit the serene Yamdrok Lake, surrounded by snow-covered mountains. The tour concludes in Lhasa, Tibet’s spiritual center, where you’ll explore iconic sites like the Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, and the bustling monasteries of Drepung and Sera.
Travel in comfort with an experienced Tibetan guide who will share fascinating stories about the region’s history and culture. Stay in handpicked accommodations that combine comfort with local charm. With small group sizes, this tour offers a more personal and engaging experience.
Whether you’re a seasoned traveler or new to exploring Tibet, this 8 day adventure is perfect for anyone looking for a blend of culture, nature, and exploration. Let Desire Adventures handle all the details so you can focus on enjoying the journey and creating lasting memories.
Detail Itinerary
Begin your journey with a scenic 7-8 hour drive (130 km) from Kathmandu to Rasuwa Gadi on the Nepal-China border. Enjoy views of snow-capped peaks, forests, and valleys as you pass through Langtang National Park. Upon arrival, check into your hotel and prepare for the next day’s border crossing.
After breakfast, cross into China via the Gyirong border. A Tibetan guide will meet you and take you to Gyirong Town. Spend the day acclimatizing and exploring the beautiful Gyirong Valley. Overnight at a local hotel.
Today, you will dravel to Everest Base Camp, enjoying stunning views of Himalayan peaks, including Mount Everest, from Gawula Pass (5,198 m). Visit Rongbuk Monastery before continuing to Tingri for the night.
Drive through high altitude landscapes on the way to Shigatse, stopping at Lhatse. Visit Tashilhunpo Monastery, home to the Panchen Lama, and stay overnight in Shigatse.
You will travel to Lhasa with stops at Gyantse's Pelkor Monastery and Kumbum Stupa, and scenic landmarks like Karola Glacier and Yamdrok Lake. Arrive in Lhasa for an overnight stay.
Today, you will visit Drepung Monastery in the morning and Sera Monastery in the afternoon, where you can watch lively monk debates. Enjoy a group dinner and stay overnight in Lhasa.
On this day, you will discover the Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, and Barkhor Street. End the day with a relaxing tea at a traditional Tibetan tea house.
Conclude your journey with airport or train station transfers. Thank you for traveling with Desire Adventures, we hope to see you again.
What's included
- Tibet Permit
- Tibet Travel Visa
- Entrance fees
- Comfortable accommodations, twin/double room with breakfast
- Tour transportation with a comfortable vehicle as per the group size
- Knowledgeable English-speaking Tibetan guide in Tibet
- Government Tax & Service Charge
- Farewell dinner in a local restaurant in Lhasa
- Kathmandu to Tibet border transfer
What's Excluded
- International flight
- Accommodation in Kathmandu
- Domestic flight/train from Lhasa
- Lunch and dinner
- Tips to the driver and guide
- Personal expenses
- Travel Insurance
Our Guides:
With growing tourism in Nepal, the growth of travel and expedition companies have mounted to its peak. The companies seek the best leaders and guides to compete in the market while giving the best service to the clients. Although there are a numbers of companies promising you the best trip of your life, many neglect giving the knowledge on safety measurements and sustainable tourism to their team. From luxury travels to pocket friendly trips, our team guides deliver you the best of Nepal keeping your schedule, preference and welfare in mind.
Extensive insights on history and culture of the country:
Nepal has abundance of cultural and natural beauty. The charming architecture and rich history of the temples and Stupas are listed under UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Our guides are well learned and experienced to give you insights on the country's hidden history and natural beauty. From world renowned sites to less traveled local areas, we make sure to provide you information on the benevolent locals, culture and lands that stretch out from the mighty Himalayas to the Terai Plains.
Round the clock service:
Our guides provide you exceptional service 24*7 throughout the trek. Weather it requires giving information, helping with communication or any other skills, our team makes sure you get the facilities regardless of timing. We have well trained English speaking guides working in the fields and value your timing and schedule and try to work as compatible as they can. In addition both our office staff and our field staff have exceptional knowledge on the products we offer. With any queries, you can email/ call/ message us as we try to respond as soon as possible. With extensive field study, our office staff constantly communicates with our trekking guides, tour guides and climbing Sherpa’s to update the information in the trekking region.
Licensed with minimum 5 years of experience:
Trekking has been commercialized in the last few years since Nepal was recognized as the most efficient country to trek. With growing commercialization comes competitive market. Nevertheless, our climbing Sherpas and team representatives along with the guides are required to have minimum of 5 years of experience with a certified license.
Importance to Sustainable Tourism:
We value the importance of sustainable economy and development. Thus, we hire local porters, guides and climbers to train them and give them a platform to work for themselves and their family. All our team members belong to local native groups and have been trained for trekking in the Himalayas and other regions of Nepal.
No exceptions with quality and equipments:
Our teams of guides are well trained with proper English speaking and communication skills via education and experience. We are also equipped with first-aid kits and trekking apparatus like oximeters, maps, first-aid kits and mobile phone for emergency. Perhaps what separates us from others is the relationship our company has with the climbing Sherpa’s and trekking guides.
5:1 Client Guide Ratio
We maintain a 5:1 client guide ratio i.e. with every 5 clients we provide 1 guide. A team leader/guide with be appointed for a team of 5 trekkers in the group. Nevertheless, an assistant leader will also be provided with every addition of 5 pax. You will have 1 porter for 2 trekkers who will be carrying 25-30 kilograms of weight. We wish for your travels to be worthy and adventurous with no difficulties or hurdles.
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Why Desire Adventures?
- Exceptional Product Knowledge
- Fair Price and Service Quality Guaranteed
- Guaranteed Departure on each booking
- Ultra-personalized itinerary and Unmatched Flexibility:
- We Maintain 1:5 Guides:clients Ratio
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