Tibet Overland Tour (Driver In / Out)

A Tibet Overland Tour with a drive-in, drive-out itinerary is one of the most immersive ways to explore Tibet’s vast landscapes, ancient monasteries, and high-altitude beauty. This tour allows you to drive through breathtaking sceneries and experience the region’s rich culture, with entry and exit through the overland route instead of flying in and out. Below is a detailed description of what such a tour typically entails.

Tibet Overland Tour: Drive-In, Drive-Out

Overview:

A Tibet Overland Tour is a journey that combines the thrill of driving through the Tibetan Plateau’s remote areas with the chance to see some of Tibet’s most iconic landmarks. The drive-in, drive-out format means you’ll enter Tibet by road (usually from Nepal or China) and depart via the same route, making the journey even more rewarding with diverse scenic experiences.

Highlights of the Overland Tour:

1. Lhasa – The Spiritual Heart of Tibet: Your journey begins in Lhasa, the capital of Tibet, which offers an abundance of historic and cultural experiences such as the Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, and Barkhor Street. Lhasa’s elevated location at 3,650 meters requires acclimatization, so expect a slower start to allow your body to adjust to the altitude.
2. Scenic Drives Across Tibet: The overland route takes you through stunning high-altitude roads, with winding mountain paths, vast grasslands, and shimmering lakes like Yamdrok Lake. Along the way, you’ll get a sense of the rugged terrain that makes Tibet so unique.
3. Ancient Monasteries: Tibet’s monasteries are not just religious centers, but also architectural masterpieces. During your journey, you’ll visit sacred sites like Sera Monastery, Drepung Monastery, Tashilhunpo Monastery, and Pelkor Chode Monastery. These monasteries offer a window into the spiritual heart of Tibet and its vibrant culture.
4. Tibetan Villages and Nomadic Life: As you drive through small Tibetan villages, you will have a chance to witness traditional Tibetan life. Nomadic herders, yak caravans, and traditional Tibetan homes dot the landscape, providing insight into life on the Plateau.
5. Yamdrok Lake: En route to Gyantse or Shigatse, you will pass Yamdrok Lake, one of Tibet’s three holy lakes. Its turquoise waters surrounded by snow-capped mountains create an ethereal atmosphere.

• DAY 01

  Kathmandu (1300) -Kerung Border (145 Km) 06-07 hours drive

  Early in the morning scenic drive to Kerung Border (Nepal-Tibet Border) through the beautiful Nepalese countryside and after necessary border formalities at Nepalese immigration, an hour adventurous uphill drive by Bus & Van (normally) or 2 hour walks uphill (in case of landslide to Chinese immigration, check-in to hotel or Continue drive to Kerung.

• DAY 02

  Kerung - Tingri (4300m) / Lhatse (4,350m)- Shigatse (3900m)

  Day drive uphill to the highest plateau of the world with the typical view of Tibetan landscape offering sheer feeling of standing on the roof of the world. from where, weather permitting, breathtaking panorama of beautiful Himalayan ranges including Mt Cho Oyu (8201 M) & Mt Xishapagma (8012M) but dwarfed by the Vastness of the Tibetan plateau. From TINGRI, one can enjoy the magnificence of Mt. Everest (8,848 M). Continue scenic drive crossing Over Gyatchu La (5,220M), the highest pass en route to Lhasa via Lhatse from where a road to Mt Kailash bifurcates to the west. Continue to Shigatse O/N at Hotel

• DAY 03

  Shigatse to Lhasa ( 3650m) 260km

  After Breakfast, In the Morning You will have sightseeing to the Panchen Lama's Tashilhumpu Monastery. and local market then Drive to Lhasa O/N at Hotel.

• DAY 04

  Sightseeing tour in Lhasa city

  After Breakfast, Sightseeing tour of Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple and Barkhor Market, It is a Tibetan local market Overnight at Hotel

• DAY 05

  Sightseeing Tour in Lhasa city

  After Breakfast, Full days sightseeing tour to Lhasa including Drepung Monastery & Sera Monastery. You will have some extra time to walk around Barkhor Market, You may pick some small souviner from Lhasa Tibet as this is our last night in Lhasa Stay overnight at Hotel.

• DAY 06

  Lhasa to Gyantse Via Yamdrok Lake (261km)

  After Breakfast, We are getting ready for Full day picturesque drive crossing over Karola (5,010m),Kambala (4,749m), Colorful Yamdrok-Tso Lake Drive to Gyantse and visit to the Kumbum Stupa & Phalkor Monastery. O/N at Hotel

• DAY 07

  Gyantse - Xegar (4300m) to Tingri (4300m)

  Early morning drive to Xegar/Tingri Via Shigatse it is bit long drive while coming back to Tingri O/N at Roof top of the world Hotel.

• DAY 08

  Tingri to Kerong Border- Kathmandu

  After Breakfast, Drive back to Border, after necessary border formalities, cross border. Our guide and jeeps are waiting for your arrival for your final destination to Kathamndu. End service.