Natural beauty and diverse, cultural, historical, lifestyle and tradition of two Himalayan countries.
Highlights
Updated 25th June, 2023
As of today, flights from Kathmandu to Lhasa(Tibet) or Lhasa to Kathmandu have not yet resumed after the pandemic, so must travel via land (drive option only).
- Sightseeing of famous World Heritage Sites
- Close look of culture and tradition of Nepalese people
- Admire the ancient sites of Kathmandu
- Adventurous overland ride to Lhasa via Rongbuk Monastery and Shigatse from Kathmandu.
- Historical Monastery and exploration of different cultures in Tibet
- Amazing Palace Potala, a house of Dalai Lama
- Visit Drepung Monastery, largest monastery in Tibet
- Tibetans culture, tradition and modern Lhasa
- Nepal: 5 Nights in Kathmandu Nepal with Boudhanath, Pashupati, Swoyambhunath, Patan, Bhaktapur Durbar Square, Chandragiri Hill by cable car, Nagarkot for beautiful sunset and sunrise, Panauti village.
- Tibet: 6 Nights in Lhasa Tibet with Potala Palace, Norbulingka, largest monastery Drepung, Barkhor street, Sera Monastery and local lifestyle.

Nepal Tibet Tour, A comprehensive tour of two of the most captivating destinations of central Asia. These beautiful nations are the stations that have tormented the ambitions of travelers for centuries. Resembling the Nirvana of pure and diverse culture, the captivating resolution of the environment is equally important. States with immense culture and history to remember for a long time, Tibet and Nepal hail you with sincere hospitality.
Encounter humanity in the cloak of Everest. Carry on the souvenir of this sensational land of evergreen hills and not to mention the integrity of the Nepalese people. A nation that greets the guests as a form of gods visiting their home where you can peek into their rich culture on balance roll out to the cultural heritage sites and likewise enjoy the Sunrise from different compelling spots in your tour gulp in the Newari cuisine and hit your senses with the pounding of tingling contentment. Rejoice with the beetle of art and roam through the tapered streets of Bhaktapur. Ally with the locals and return with the keepsake of warm memories.
Make your entrance to the oracular Buddhist land coupled with outpost-like towns and a storehouse of primitive Tibetian culture. A culture self-composed and far from the intimacy of western trends, it’s a Zion for pilgrims. Circle around the Jokhang and Sera monasteries alongside the Monks identically learning about ancient Buddhism. Seize an opportunity to visit Potala the prior home of Dalai Lama. Similarly, recognize the Tibetian art of healing and medicine here and make your tour notable.
Tips for Nepal Tibet Tour
-Prepare your items of clothing according to the season here. Similarly, try being less flashy with your outfit.
-Bring your camera as these regions promise great mountain views and scenarios. Photography may be banned in some places.
-Stay close and be attentive towards your guide. The guides we provide are experienced and trained well for any occasion.
YOUR JOURNEY DAY BY DAY
Land at Kathmandu international airport. Our staff will receive you and accompany to the hotel. Today you can relax or enjoy the traditional and crowded markets of the Kathmandu city. You will definitely enjoy realizing how a congested market holds every detail items that attract the people. Old shops with traditional items are the best experience for most of the people in these local markets.
Breakfast
The first day in Kathmandu begins with sightseeing around Swayambhunath Stupa. Have breakfast and then, we head towards the stupa. This stupa is popularly known as ‘Monkey Temple’. Enjoy the breathtaking views of the Kathmandu Valley from the hilltop. In the surroundings of the Stupa, there are numerous Buddha statues, a big Vajra, small chaityas, a small museum, and monasteries. You can see many monkeys roaming around the premise. The huge spiral stupa with wisdom eyes symbol and beneath is a big white dome looks very impressive. The fragrance of butter lamps and incense creates the surrounding atmosphere more blissful.
Then, visit the Chinese Embassy to apply for the Tibet Visa with all the necessary documents. It is necessary to apply for at least three days before the Tibet visit and Kathmandu is the only International destination to go to Tibet besides China.
Have lunch and we head to Patan Durbar Square for sightseeing. One of the three durbars in the Kathmandu Valley is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The ancient King’s palace, ancient old temples, Krishna Mandir, Patan Museum, beautiful courtyards, and artistically beautiful decorations in the architecture are impressive attractions here. Take some photos and back to Kathmandu.
Next, we visit another World Heritage Site Kathmandu Durbar Square. The Durbar Square in the middle of the city offers ancient heritages of the medieval period. The ancient palaces, in the vicinity there is the living Goddess Kumari, Taleju Temple, Kal Bhairav Temple, Hanuman Dhoka Museum, and Gaddi Baithak are some major attractions. In the evening, enjoy walking and exploring the streets and trying out some foods in the food court.

Breakfast
We continue the Kathmandu sightseeing. After breakfast, we visit the holy Pashupatinath Temple. One of the most essential Hindu temples in Nepal is dedicated to Lord Shiva. This World Heritage Site temple is situated on the bank of the Bagmati river. In the surroundings of the temple, there is a huge statue of the Ox. Visit the small shrines and other temples, and see the Sadhus.
Not far from there is another World Heritage Site called Boudhanath. This stupa is one of the biggest stupas in Nepal. This holy stupa is of great significance to Tibetan Buddhists. Many people perform the kora ritual by circulating the big dome in a clockwise direction. In the surroundings, you can also visit other monasteries. You can hear Tibetan praying chants, and smell the fragrance of butter lamps and incense which makes the place very delightful. You can also do some souvenir shopping and explore the markets as well as enjoy Tibetan cuisine.
From Boudhanath, drive to Thankot and take a cable car ride to Chandragiri Hill. Enjoy the panoramic views of the Himalayas, Kathmandu Valley, and the surrounding countryside. Visit the Bhaleshwor Mahadev Temple and experience the spiritual atmosphere of this sacred site. Relax and rejuvenate in this tranquil setting, and take in the fresh air and sunshine.
Breakfast
After breakfast, we proceed towards beautiful and ancient Bhaktapur city for sightseeing. This is also listed in the World Heritage site which is one of the best examples of architecture and well-preserved culture. The Durbar Square has several attractions such as the 55-window palace, Nyatpole Temple, Siddhi Laxmi Temple, the Golden Gate, the National Art Museum, and so on. Besides this, get an amazing view of skillful porters making pots, wood carvings, and many handicrafts goods. You can buy some goods if you wish to or like. Also, try the famous Juju Dhau which is King Curd is special curd or yogurt prepared by locals. For memories, click some pictures and back to Kathmandu. Overnight in a luxury hotel.
Next, we will visit Changunarayan Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site located 15 km east of Bhaktapur. The temple was built in the 6th century and is dedicated to Vishnu, the Hindu god of preservation. The temple is known for its intricate wood and stone carvings. After visiting the temple, we will drive to Nagarkot, a hilltop village with stunning views of the Himalayas. We will stay overnight at a hotel in Nagarkot.

Breakfast
We will start our day early with a beautiful sunrise view over the Mountains from Nagarkot. An observatory tower here at an altitude of 2,175 meters gives us the perfect view of the Himalayas. Starting from Mt. Dhaulagiri in the west we can have a great view of Everest (8,848m.), Lhotse (8,516m.), Cho Oyu (8,201m.), Makalu (8,463m) in a clear sky from here. After the sunrise, we will return to the hotel for breakfast.
From Nagarkot, we will drive for a couple of hours out from the valley and visit the Nambuddha monastery. The monastery is one of the most beautiful ones in Nepal with many legends linked to it. We can take a short nature walk in the premises and enjoy the landscape from Namobuddha. If you are here from March to May, you can get a fantastic view of blooming Rhododendron forests surrounding the area. Next, we will head for the ancient town of Panauti. Also, one of the most preserved cultural areas near Kathmandu, Panauti showcases you the traditional farming lifestyle of the locals. We will visit some of the old temples here and head towards Dhulikhel, specially for Mountain Views. In the evening, drive back to Kathmandu. Overnight at a hotel in Kathmandu.
6-7 hours drive Breakfast
*Your Tibet group visa will be ready. Collect your original passport and visa from Chinese embassy of Kathmandu and start the remaining tour.
Our overland tour starts today from Kathmandu to Kerung/Gyirong. We will do all the necessary preparations and leave the valley following the Trishuli highway. The road is smooth in the first segment in the hills followed by some gravel segments. Similarly, we will also face some off-road portions as we get near to the Chinese border. In the way, we will stop for lunch at local settlements and continue driving in this scenic highway. After reaching Kyirung, we will have our documents checked at both Nepalese and Chinese immigration offices and drive to our hotel.
Overnight at Gyirung.7-8 hours drive Breakfast
You will start for the longest and most scenic drive of the whole trip to the Rongbuk monastery near EBC. The landscape shift is wondrous as we shift into more barren and snow-covered regions from here. We will drive pass Pelkutso lake and a vast grassland in the first portion of today. Taking small short stops to admire nature and view, we will continue our drive to the Gyawula Pass (5200 m). A bit windy, but absolutely beautiful, we can view the Himalayas clearly from here. From the pass, it is a couple of hours to reach Rongbuk monastery.
*Important Note:
- Accommodation in Rongbuk/EBC is very limited. Since Rongbuk is a remote area, expect the accommodation to be very basic. There are a few guesthouses that provide twin-sharing rooms with bunk beds and the bathroom is also outside the guesthouse.
- In Shegar, There are also no luxury hotels or resorts. The best options are locally 3-star hotels with attached bathrooms. We will provide you with the highest one. We recommend to stay in Shegar instead of Rongbuk. Shegar to Rongbuk Monastery distance 100KM with 2 hours driving.
- If you will stay at Shegar, next day early morning drive to Rongbuk Monastery to view sunrise with Mt. Everest then drive to Shigatse.
Overnight at Shegar or Rongbuk Monastery.

7-8 hours drive Breakfast
We will wake up early for a breathtaking sunrise of a lifetime from the Rongbuk monastery over Mt. Everest. After this amazing experience, we will explore the monastery premises for a bit before continuing our road journey to Shigatse. We will be traveling in a bit bumpy road for the first part of the trip. From here we will stop at the small Tingiri town. The views of Cho Oyu and Everest is majestic from the town here. Next, it is a couple of hours of highway drive to the G318 National highway milestone (5,000 m) in Lhatse, and there we'll take some pictures. After driving to Shigatse from Lhatse, we will freshen up and visit Tashilupo Monastery. This monastery, which is the seat of the Panchen Lama of Tibet is also one of the most significant ones here.
6-7 hours drive Breakfast
Today will be the last day of driving exploration in Tibet, and we will cover many cultural destinations in the way. The road is in good condition, and we will make shortstops in the small farmer villages lying in the way. After reaching Gyantse, we will take a brief exploration tour of some majestic sites here. This heritage-rich town has a lot to offer, and we will visit the Perklor Monastery, Kumbum stupa, and Gyantse Old Street here. The next portion of the drive takes us beside the Holy Yamdrok Lake (One of the three significant holy lakes in Tibet). We will also enjoy the views of Manak Dam Lake and Korola Glacier before reaching Lhasa in the evening.
Breakfast
Today we have a list of places for sightseeing. Morning tour starts with a visit to Potala Palace, a Museum and a world heritage site at present. It was the house of Dalai Lama until the 14th Dalai Lama fled to India. The towering portion of this Palace is also referred as Red Palace. Next on the list is Sera Monastery the art in this Monastery is the most beautiful sight to view. The hall holds scriptures written with golden powder and debates are also held in these halls.
Jokhang temple, it is the most famous Buddhist Temple in Tibet and is a world heritage site. it was also known as the house of mysteries in the past. You can see Indian approach in style but a combination of Nepalese and Tibetans can also be seen. The bronze roof and statues of golden deer are best experiences to observe in this tour.

Breakfast
We start our day by visiting Drepung Monastery, the largest monastery in Tibet.The foundation of this Monastery was laid on 1416. It is one of the great three Monastery, the other two are Ganden and Serahen.
Norbulingka Palaces: built on 1755 as a summer residence by Seventh Dalai Lama is the most beautiful site to visit. The Palace became more attractive after the 14th Dalai Lama added Chappels and fountains. The Palace built by 14th Dalai Lama is the most attractive as it is a blend of Tibetan and Western culture. Norbulingka is the world heritage site and a lovely place to visit.

Breakfast
The fun-filled memorable Luxury tour ends here. Your guide drops you at the Lhasa Gonggar International Airport for your departure. The guide bids adieu at the airport for your scheduled flight to your next destination.
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Nepal
- Airport pickups and drops service.
- Private ground transportation with A/C.
- Twin-sharing hotel accommodation.
- Local cultural tour guide with English speaking.
- Sightseeing entrance fees for museums and monuments.
- Breakfast in Nepal.
Tibet
- Airport pickups and drops service.
- Private ground transportation with A/C.
- Twin-sharing hotel accommodation.
- Local cultural tour guide with English speaking.
- Sightseeing entrance fees for museums and monuments.
- Breakfast in Tibet.
- Processing Travel Permit and Entry Visa.
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FAQs
Yes, you will need visas for both Nepal and Tibet. You can obtain a tourist visa for Nepal upon arrival at the airport or border crossings, while for Tibet, you will need to obtain a special travel permit that can be arranged by authorized travel agencies.
The most common way to travel between Nepal and Tibet is by road or air. You can take a scenic flight from Kathmandu to Lhasa or embark on an overland journey by road via the Friendship Highway.
Yes, it is possible to combine other destinations with the Nepal Tibet tour. You can customize your itinerary to include neighboring countries like Bhutan or India, depending on the duration and preferences of your trip.
The rewards of a Nepal Tibet tour are many. You will get to experience two of the most fascinating countries in the world, learn about their unique cultures, and see some of the most breathtaking scenery on Earth.
Both Nepal and Tibet have unique cultural practices and etiquette. It is important to respect local customs and traditions, dress modestly, remove shoes when entering temples or homes, and seek permission before taking photographs of people or religious sites.
The best time to go on a Nepal Tibet tour is during the spring (March-May) or autumn (September-November). During these times, the weather is mild and there are fewer tourists.
Nepal and Tibet offer a range of accommodations, including luxury hotels, resorts, guesthouses, and budget-friendly options. In major cities and popular tourist areas, you can find a variety of choices to suit your preferences and budget.
Nepal and Tibet are generally considered safe for travelers. However, it is always advisable to take standard precautions, be aware of your surroundings, follow local laws and customs, and keep your belongings secure.
The cost of a Nepal Tibet tour will vary depending on the length of the tour, the type of accommodation, and the activities you choose to do.
There are many different ways to book a Nepal Tibet Popular Tour. You can book a tour through a travel agency, online, or directly with a tour operator. When booking a tour, be sure to compare prices and itineraries to find the best deal.
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