Do I need prior trekking experience?
No. A moderate fitness level is enough. Our guides pace the route with acclimatization days to support first-time high-altitude trekkers.
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Tibet Overland Tour
Tibet Overland Tour covers the most important monument sites of Tibet including Potala Palace in Lhasa.
Duration
8 Days
Group price
US$ 1,470
Private price
US$ 1,470
Rating
5.0/5
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Overview
Trip overview
A quick summary of the route, support level, and the main things travelers should know before booking.
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Tibet is a mysterious land of lakes and rivers, mighty snow peaks, and beautiful and ancient monasteries - with its spiritual air, it is an unearthly mystical land of Buddhist culture and philosophy. Tibet emerged in the 7th century as a unified empire, but it soon divided into a variety of territories. The atmosphere is severely dry nine months of the year, and average annual snowfall is only 18 inches, due to the rain shadow effect. Western passes receive small amounts of fresh snow each year but remain traversable all year round. Low temperatures are prevalent throughout these western regions, where bleak desolation is unrelieved by any vegetation beyond the size of low bushes, and where wind sweeps unchecked across vast expanses of arid plain. The Indian monsoon exerts some influence on eastern Tibet. Northern Tibet is subject to high temperatures in the summer and intense cold in the winter. Our Tibet tours can take you to visit the Dalai Lama's Potala, Norbulingka and the Barkhor Market in Lhasa,along with numerous other destinations.
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This is one of the most demanded tours in Tibet, and is also known as the Tibet budget tour. It starts from Kathmandu and moves along the friendship highway towards the Tibetan border, where immigration formalities take place. After that,you will continue driving to Lhasa over amazing passes boasting great mountain views. This is a driving tour which is 170km t0 200km an average per day. It covers popular ancient monasteries along the way, various lakes, and the Potala palace at Lhasa. The trip ends in Kathmandu after taking a beautiful flight over the mountains.
Tibet is a mysterious land of lakes and rivers, mighty snow peaks, and beautiful and ancient monasteries - with its spiritual air, it is an unearthly mystical land of Buddhist culture and philosophy. Tibet emerged in the 7th century as a unified empire, but it soon divided into a variety of territories. The atmosphere is severely dry nine months of the year, and average annual snowfall is only 18 inches, due to the rain shadow effect. Western passes receive small amounts of fresh snow each year but remain traversable all year round. Low temperatures are prevalent throughout these western regions, where bleak desolation is unrelieved by any vegetation beyond the size of low bushes, and where wind sweeps unchecked across vast expanses of arid plain. The Indian monsoon exerts some influence on eastern Tibet. Northern Tibet is subject to high temperatures in the summer and intense cold in the winter. Our Tibet tours can take you to visit the Dalai Lama's Potala, Norbulingka and the Barkhor Market in Lhasa,along with numerous other destinations.
This is one of the most demanded tours in Tibet, and is also known as the Tibet budget tour. It starts from Kathmandu and moves along the friendship highway towards the Tibetan border, where immigration formalities take place. After that,you will continue driving to Lhasa over amazing passes boasting great mountain views. This is a driving tour which is 170km t0 200km an average per day. It covers popular ancient monasteries along the way, various lakes, and the Potala palace at Lhasa. The trip ends in Kathmandu after taking a beautiful flight over the mountains.
Why travelers book this with Amigo
Local support built into the trip from the start.
Tibet is a mysterious land of lakes and rivers, mighty snow peaks, and beautiful and ancient monasteries - with its spiritual air, it is an unearthly mystical land of Buddhist culture and philosophy.
Trip Includes
- ✓Trip Includes
- ✓Group transportation (Private transportation on request but price may vary)
- ✓Tibet travel permit
- ✓Chinese visa
- ✓Tibetan English speaking guide
- ✓Accommodation on twin sharing basis during Tibet tour with breakfast
- ✓Flight tickets to Kathmandu
- ✓Monument entrance fees
- ✓Visa process fees and all paper works
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Trip Excludes
- ✕Trip Excludes
- ✕Nepal arrival visa
- ✕Travel Insurance
- ✕Lunch and dinner in Tibet
- ✕Accommodation in Kathmandu
- ✕Photography fees
- ✕Tips
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FAQs
Questions travelers usually ask before booking
Can I customize this itinerary?
Yes. We can tailor pace, accommodation class, helicopter return, and add-ons like Kathmandu cultural tours.
What happens if Lukla flights are delayed?
We include a buffer day and support rescheduling. Your ground team will coordinate logistics and updates in real time.
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What travelers say after the trip
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Everest Base Camp Trek
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WOW, Where do I start? I have wanted to do this trek for about 30 years, so when we decided to book we compared many trekking companies to decide who to go with and #AmigoTrekking scored the best and they certainly lived up to expectations. We had an amazing journey far better than our wildest dreams. There were a few reasons why our trip was so good and here's why. Prior to the Journey: AMIGO Trekking were so professional prior to the journey, answering my numerous emails in the leadup in regards to gear requirements, weight of rental gear and logistics. We communicated with Niti regularly and she always got back to me within 24 hours. This is very important when trying to plan such a trip. Amigo and Niti were also the only company that effortlessly accommodated our desire to extend our stay in Tengboche to attend the festival at the monastery. (November) Once we arrived: We were greeted at the airport by a very friendly and professional mountain guide 'Hari Adhikari' who immediately helped us navigate our exit from the airport making a very chaotic situation easy. We felt like royalty. Little did we know at that point just how much this one man would shape our trek into the amazing journey it became. For the next 14 days Hari was by our side perfectly pacesetting our speed for success. He steered us to quality tea houses with the best food for breaks, negotiated the best rooms for us every night and even showed us the best spots for pictures along the way. His experience and cheery disposition was very visible with every interaction he had. He seemed to be best friends with every guide, porter and tea house owner we passed. Hence we nicknamed him 'Happy Hari'. No task was too big or small and he made a point of letting us know where he'd be every night (his room number, tent or dining room) in case we needed him. He was not only the main reason for our successful completion of the Trek, but added many enjoyable moments for us as well. If you are lucky enough to have Hari as your guide, make sure you take a pack of UNO cards with you. Hari loves the game! Along with Hari we were also lucky to have on our team an amazing young man Chandra (Sandra) who was our super human porter. He too always wore a smile, even when lugging our bags over rock after rock! Thanks mate, we don't know how you do it. If we can impart one thing we've learned that will make your Trek in Nepal memorable. It's go with Amigo and insist on Hari and Chandra. You won't regret it! Thanks guys, we are forever grateful.
Mark Gray
AU
Custom planning
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Tell us your dates, comfort level, and the kind of experience you want. We will shape a route, quote, and planning path that fits instead of pushing a one-size-fits-all package.
Response time
Within 1 working day
Best for
Private and custom travel
Support
Local team, 24/7 on trip