Itinerary
- Day 1
Nepal to Kerung
Start early in the morning for the drive to Kerung Border crossing between Nepal and Tibet. You'll pass through scenic Nepali countryside on the way, then handle border formalities with both Nepali and Chinese immigration officials. After that, continue on to Kerung Town where you'll stay for the night.
Landmarks Kerung Border - Day 2
Kerung to Selkar
After breakfast, drive uphill through typical Tibetan plateau landscape. You'll get views of iconic peaks like Mt. Cho Oyu and Mt. Xishapangma along the way. Stop at Tingri for views of Mt. Everest, then keep going to Shegar town. You'll overnight in Selkar.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Scenic drive through Tibetan plateau with mountain views
Landmarks Mt. Cho Oyu Mt. Xishapangma Mt. Everest Tingrione - Day 3
Selkar to Shigatse
Check out the ruins of Shelkar Dzong (Crystal Fort), which was the former capital of the Tingri region. Spend 2.5 to 3 hours resting and letting your body adjust to the altitude. After lunch, drive to Shigatse by way of scenic Gyatchu La pass at 5,220m/17,126ft, and you'll have views toward the Mt. Kailash region to the west.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit ruins of Shelkar Dzong (Crystal Fort)
Landmarks Shelkar Dzong Gyatchu La - Day 4
Shigatse to Gyantse
Following breakfast, visit Panchen Lama's Tashilhunpo Monastery in Shigatse. From there, drive to Gyantse and see the Kumbum Stupa and Phalkhor Monastery. You'll stay at a hotel for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Panchen Lama's Tashilhunpo Monastery
- Visit Kumbum Stupa
- Visit Phalkhor Monastery
Landmarks Tashilhunpo Monastery Kumbum Stupa Phalkhor Monastery - Day 5
Gyantse to Lhasa
Spend the full day driving to Lhasa, crossing Karola and Kambala passes. You'll see the colorful Yamdrok-Tso Lake and views of the Brahmaputra River (Yarlung Tsangpo) along the way. By evening you'll be settled in Lhasa for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Scenic drive crossing Karola pass
- Scenic drive crossing Kambala pass
- View Yamdrok-Tso Lake
- View Brahmaputra River
Landmarks Karola Pass Kambala Pass Yamdrok-Tso Lake Brahmaputra River - Day 6
Lhasa
After breakfast, take a sightseeing tour around Lhasa. You'll visit Jokhang Temple and walk through Barkhor Bazar, which gives you a real sense of the local culture and activity.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Jokhang Temple
- Visit Barkhor Bazar
Landmarks Jokhang Temple Barkhor Bazar - Day 7
Lhasa
After breakfast, continue with sightseeing in Lhasa. You'll check out Potala Palace, then head to Drepung Monastery and Sera Monastery. These sites take up most of your day, so you'll have plenty to see.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Potala Palace
- Visit Drepung Monastery
- Visit Sera Monastery
Landmarks Potala Palace Drepung Monastery Sera Monastery - Day 8
Departure
After breakfast, transfer to Gonggar Airport or the Train Station for your departure. You'll either fly to Kathmandu or head to your next destination from here.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Landmarks Gonggar Airport
