Lhasa is Tibet's traditional capital and the capital of Tibet Autonomous Region. Lhasa contains the world heritage site the Potala Palace and Norbulingka, the residences of the Dalai Lama. Lhasa contains a number of significant temples and monasteries, which are deeply engrained in its history including Jokhang and Ramoche Temple. The drive from Kathmandu to Lhasa promises to be an experience of a lifetime as you get to look at the stunning landscape, architecture and the spiritual populace of Tibet. Tibet has enthralled travellers for centuries and a drive over the vast arid plateau coupled with a chance of meeting its people allow travellers of today a glimpse into what Tibet might have been before the Chinese occupation. When flights to Lhasa aren't operating the only way to travel there is by road from Kathmandu. However when flights are operating some prefer to go by road one way and fly the other.

While approaching the city you will be able to notice the Potala Palace, a vast white and ochre fortress that dominates the Lhasa skyline. The historical seat of Tibetan power and the location of the tombs of previous Dalai Lamas, the Potala Palace have been reduced to serve as a symbolic feature for Tibetan aspirations. The Jokhang temple, 2 km to the east of the Palace, has become the spiritual hub of the country. Bustling with worshippers and redolent with mystery, the Jokhang is an unrivalled Tibetan experience. Kathmandu to Lhasa Tour journey ends with a Trans-Himalayan flight - one of the most spectacular flights in the world, flying over towering Himalayan Peaks such as Mt. Everest, Makalu and Kanchenjunga.

Day to Day Outline Itinerary

Day 01.	Kathmandu to Nyalam -3,750m (12,300ft)-162km, early morning drive (Approx. 5 hours) from Kathmandu to Kodari (1,873m/6,140ft). After completing immigration and custom formalities drive up hill to Zhangmu (2,300m/75,44ft). This is Tibetan border town. The Tibetan Guide will meet the Group on arrival at the check post and we drive further road climbs and climbs to Nyalam for overnight. On the way you will see fantastic view of deep valley with some overflowing waterfalls.
Day 02.	Nyalam to Lhatse - 4,350m (14,270ft)-220km, Drive (Approx. 7 hours) to Xegar crossing two spectacular passes. Nyalam pass (3,800m/12,464ft) and Lalung La pass (5,082m/16,670ft). This drive offers fantastic view of the high mountains including, Mount Everest (8,848m/29,021ft) Jugal Himal, Mt. Makalu (8464m) etc.
Day 03.	Lhatse to Shigatse -3,900m (12,790ft)-244km, Drive (Approx. 6 hrs) to reach Shigatse, the place of famous Tashilunbo Monastery and seat of Panchen Lama until his death in 1989 with its huge Thangka wall which is clearly visible from the north side of the road.
Day 04.	Shigatse to Gyantse -3,950m (12,955)-90km, In the morning visit the Tashilunbo Monastery and the free bazaar of Xigatse. After lunch embark on a pleasant 2 hours drive to Gyantse. Here you visit the Khumbum Stupa and Phalkot Monastery.
Day 05.	Gyantse to Lhasa -3,650m (11,970)-259km. The drive to Lhasa takes 08 hours; crossing 2 passes The Karo La (5010m) and Kamba La (4794m) pass and Lake Yamdrok Tso (Turquoise Lake). You will cross the Yarlung Tsangpo River and see the distant views of the Potala Palace.
Day 06-07.	Lhasa Sightseeing Tour with your tour guide and private vehicles . Visit the Potala Palace, Norbulinka Palace, Drepung & Sera Monastery, Lokhang Temple & Markhor Bazaar.
Day 08.	Lhasa to Kathmandu Trans Himalayan Flight. Transfer to Gonggar Airport, which takes 2 hours driving. The flight duration is 1hr and 10 minutes and it is one of the most beautiful flights in the world. On your flight (don’t forget to get right side seat) you shall see the Yalung Tsangpo River, Lake Yamdruk, Kanchenjunga (8,586m/28,160ft), Makalu (8,463m/27,760ft) and Mt. Everest (8,848m/29,021ft).

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