Tibet and Nepal Tour, Lhasa to Kathmandu Tour

Tibet and Nepal are located in the hills and foothills of the Himalayas, the natural scenery is different. Tibet has a world-class glacier, lakes and other cold landscape resources, while the territory of Nepal is a green-clad, beautiful scenery. In addition, the travel time between the two places is highly complementary. Nepal's golden season is in November to next March, in contrast, the Tibetan golden season between April and October.

Tibet and Nepal have a unique and complex culture, covering from lifestyle, religion, architecture, festivals and other aspects. So visitors interested in Tibet may also be interested in Nepal, plus two places in the geographical location are also very close, so to visit two places is a wise choice. And the only international flight to Lhasa is from Kathmandu, which also facilitates transportation between Tibet and Nepal. Or you may take overland tour.

Note: If you are going to enter Tibet from Kathmandu, you will be required to apply for your China Group Visa instead of China Visa. Getting China Group Visa usually takes 3 working days. So please leave a few extra days in Nepal.

Gyirong Port is newly opened for tourists who want to go to Nepal from Lhasa

This tour is filled with religious experience, dreamlike landscapes and breathtaking sunrise of Mt.Everest. It will be a wonderful memory for your whole life.

7 days Lhasa Mt. Everest Kathmandu Overland Group Tour

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Kathmandu Gyrong Lhasa Overland Group Tour

Follow us and you don't need to worry about the transportation from Kathmandu to Gyirong. In Tibet side, you will see many snow covered mountains, the marvelous view of Himalaya Range, such as Mt.Everest, Cho Oyu, and Shishapangma, etc. One of the best Points, attractive price!

7 days Kathmandu Gyirong Lhasa Overland Group Tour

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You will get through the beautiful friendship highway for your tour from Lhasa to Kathmandu.

This tour will lead you into the fascinating natural beauty of Tibet and Nepal. There are so many attractions such as mighty snow mountains, vast clear lakes and grassland waiting for you to discover. Step into the pure land and get close to the original nature there!

13 days Tibet Nepal Nature Scenery Tour

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Kathmandu Mt Everest Lhasa Overland Tour

Start your journey from the green oxygen-rich jungles of Nepal to the wild Tibetan countryside. It is not only a wonderful tour across the top of the world but also a lifetime exploration to Everest Base Camp.

8 days Kathmandu Nepal Mt Everest Lhasa Overland Tour

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Newly opened Gyirong port make Tibet Everest Nepal Overland Tour possible.

This tour package consists of classic itinerary from Lhasa to Nepal along the Friendship highway. It offers you the Tibet cultural and natural beauty as well as a glimpse of Mt. Everest. You will finally arrive in Kathmandu via Kyirong.

7 days Tibet Everest Nepal Overland Tour

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For the 12-day tour, you will travel from Chengdu to Lhasa and then to Kathmandu. In Tibet, you will have a good chance to visit the famous monasteries, charming natural landscape, and awe-inspiring Mount Everest.

12 days Chengdu Tibet Nepal Overland Flight Tour

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For tourists who wish to extend their tour to Kathmandu, this 6-day tour will offer a good chance to see the holy city of Lhasa and the vibrant Kathmandu where you can enjoy the breathtaking natural scenery and ancient wonders.

6 days Lhasa Kathmandu Flight Tour

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This itinerary takes tourists to explore the mystical Sherpa culture in Kathmandu, and then fly to Lhasa to enjoy the most fantastic natural sceneries including sacred Namtso Lake, is often described as being next to heaven because of its stunning beauty.

10 days Nepal Tibet Flight Tour

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This tour connected two of the holiest lands in Asia. Starting from Lhasa and ending in Kathmandu, it’s a journey of discovery and purification. After 12 days of the exciting and rewarding trip in Tibet, you will cross the border bridge between China and Nepal. Then step into a new world of beauty and peace.

13 days Lhasa Nyingtri Mt.Everest Kathmandu Tour

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During the 13 days, you will explore Tibet, Nepal, and Bhutan. For your visit in Lhasa city, you may be surprised by the profound Buddhism atmosphere and unique historical architecture of this city. Then move your way to EBC where you can catch a glimpse of Mount Everest. Afterward, make your way to Kathmandu, where you may take an amazing tour to Kathmandu Valley and Kathmandu Durbar Square. Finally, you will arrive at the destination of your journey where you can trek to Taktsang.

13 days Classic Tibet Nepal Bhutan Tour

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India Nepal Tibet Tour is a once-in-a-lifetime tour.

The 17-day tour of India, Nepal, and Tibet is one of the most exciting tours you can ever have in your lifetime. This tour showcases three of the most beautiful and amazing countries in the world with lots of historical sites and mesmerizing views to offer. It would surely be an amazing once-in-a-lifetime tour.

17 days Amazing India Nepal Tibet Tour

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Starting from Lanzhou, the capital of Gansu province, it just take one day to Lhasa by train, then travel westwards along Friendship Highway, you will finally arrive in Kathmandu by crossing Himalayans, passing by Gyantse and Shigatse -- the historical and cultural cities of Tibet.

8 days Lanzhou Tibet Nepal Overland Train Tour

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Starting from Chengdu, you will visit panda base, where you have a close contact with Chinese national treasure panda, then take an overnight train to Lhasa. Chengdu-Lhasa train departs on every other day and arrives in Lhasa on the third day. After a two-day sightseeing in Lhasa, you will visit the stunning of Mount Everest, finally arrive in Kathmandu via Kyirong.

13 days Chengdu Tibet Nepal Overland Train Travel

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Frequently asked questions

What is the Best Time to Visit Nepal and Tibet?

Visiting Nepal and Tibet between the months of February and May and then during October and November is advised. During your visit to Nepal and Tibet, you must take a few treks around the grand Himalayan mountain range. From both the destinations, witness the majestic beauty of Mount Everest. Tourists can also absorb the natural extravagance of Lhasa and the spiritual heart of Tibet. You can perform Kora around Mount Kailash, and visit the most talked about holy Lake Manasarovar as well as the most beautiful Lake Namtso.

What document do you need for your Nepal Tibet Tour?

While planning a trip to Nepal and Tibet, you must ensure that you have the following travel documents.

Nepalese Visa

Tourists require a Nepalese Visa to enter Nepal. If your home country does not host a Nepalese embassy, Nepal offers you the option of obtaining a visa on arrival at the Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu. If you are traveling to Tibet by crossing the Indian national border, you can choose to get a visa on arrival.

Tibet Group Visa

China Group Tourist Visa is a special permit that allows tourists to enter Tibet via Nepal without having to issue a separate Chinese visa in your country first. It is issued by the Chinese Embassy in Kathmandu.

Tibet Travel Permit

If you plan on traveling and exploring Tibet, it is mandatory that you have a Tibet Travel Permit. This permit is issued by the Tibet Tourism Bureau (TTB) for all travelers. While this permit allows you to visit most parts of Tibet, some places require additional permits as well. You can obtain this permit by booking yourself a tour with Great Tibet Tour, a recognized, well established and professional tour operator. Once you have confirmed a tour with us, we will do the rest for you.

How to get to Tibet from Nepal?

At present, you can choose the overland trip or fly directly to Tibet from Nepal. We will arrange a car or 4WD and drive along the Friendship Highway. You can experience the change of nature, landscapes and seasons in a short time with an altitude rising from Nepal to Tibet. The journey may last about a few days covering the main highlights in two regions.

Flying to Tibet is the most comfortable and convenient way. There is only one flight to Tibet every day operated by Sichuan Airlines and Air China alternatively. It usually takes 1hr and 20mins.