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Lhasa Overland

Trip type: 
Cultural
Activity level: 
Easy
Max group size: 
16
Avg user rating: 
5
Nepal, Tibet, Asia | 15 days
Trip code: 
TB
Trip Overview: 

Tibet is a magical and mysterious place, and its richly decorated monasteries and temples testify to the deep-rooted faith of the Tibetan people; a tapestry which runs through your trip from start to finish. This adventurous journey visits many of Tibet's main attractions - Lhasa, the spiritual and cultural centre of the country, Tsedang and Samye in the Yarlung Valley, the ancient city of Shigatse - and includes a unique visit to Everest Base Camp.

Trip Highlights: 
Monasteries of Tibet
Everest Base Camp
Non-trekking summer trip
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What's included: 

Transport - Domestic flight, minibus, 4WD, on foot.

Accommodation - Simple hotels & guesthouses (13nts).

Meals - 13 breakfasts, 3 lunches & 2 dinners.

Trip Photos: 
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Mt Everest from Rongbuk
Mt Everest from Rongbuk
Monks debating
Potala Palace
Tibetan man and dog
Tibet
Prayer flags
Tibetan monks
Spectacular scenery
Pure wilderness
Prayer wheels
Fellow travellers
Tibetan stupa
Tibetan Plateau
Mount Kailash - Tibet

Kathmandu & Lhasa

From Kathmandu you fly across the Himalaya taking in breathtaking views of towering peaks all the way. From here you’ll visit Tsedang and cross the river to Samye Monastery. In Lhasa discover the famous Potala Palace and Jokhang Temple – the religious centre of Tibetan Buddhism, encircled by holy Barkhor Square – Tibet’s largest bazaar.

Across the Tibetan Plateau

Your spectacular journey back to Nepal includes a stop at Gyantse to see the frescoes of Kumbum Stupa, while at Shigatse you visit the impressive Tashilhunpo Monastery. South of Shegar lies Rongbuk Monastery. There are stunning views of Everest’s north face from here and the chance to reach base camp itself by horse drawn cart. Finally in Kathmandu you can reflect on your adventure and explore the bazaars and temples of this fascinating medieval city.

To Everest by 4WD

You’ll journey by 4WD to the very heart of the Himalaya, to Everest Base Camp. The views of this mythical mountain that in Nepal is called ‘Sagarmatha’ meaning ‘goddess of the sky’ and in Tibet ‘Qomolangma’ meaning ‘mother goddess of the universe’, are truly inspirational.

Our Lhasa Overland trip is just one of our Himalaya tours. To find out more visit our Himalaya holidays page.