A Taste of Tibet

This tour is just enough to give you a flavour of life in the area in and around the city of Lhasa, the ancient capital of Tibet and once home to the Dalai Lama. You will visit all of the main historical and cultural sights, including monasteries, temples and the Potala Palace, as well as having free time to wander and explore this fascinating city at your own pace. Your drive through the countryside to and from the airport also gives you a glimpse of more rural Tibetan life.  

Highlights of the trek
Scenic flight over Himalaya, sightseeing in Lhasa including Potala Palace, Norbulingka, Jokhang Temple, Sera and Drepung Buddhist monasteries.

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All treks are ex-kathmandu and can be customized if you wish to stay longer:
Note that TIBET visa requires 7 days processing

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Detailed itinerary
Itinerary can be customized according to your needs and length of stay. Please email with your requirements.

Day 01
Arrive in Kathmandu, where our representatives will escort you to your hotel.

Day 02
Half day sightseeing around UNESCO Bhaktapur / Kathmandu where your guide will escort you on a tour of Buddhist and Hindu temples and shrines reflecting ancient local traditions. There is time to explore the city’s many places of interest on your own or take a rest while trekking permits are finalised. In the evening sample a delicious traditional Nepali dinner. Overnight in Kathmandu.

Note
You may have already received Day 1 and 2 if you also booked one of our Nepal treks.

Day 03
A 90-minute morning flight with stunning views of the Himalaya will bring you to Gonggar Airport, Tibet where you will meet your Tibetan guide and make the drive to Lhasa. Take some time to wander the local streets before dinner.