Tibet

Tibet is a high desert plateau with an average elevation of 4,000 m. Until recently forbidden to the outside world - situated just north of the mighty Himalayas, has opened its door for tourists and adventurisms. The highest plateau on earth, rising more than two miles above sea level, has a unique form of Buddhism and culture, not found anywhere else in the world. You will tour Tibet's magnificent, ancient cities of Lhasa, Shigatse (the seat of the Panchen Lama), Gyantse and Tsedang. Touring the 4,800 meters high Kamba la pass to the turquoise Yamdrok Lake, you will view the awe-inspiring scenery of "the land of snows" - nomads steer their herds of yaks through vertiginous, snow-topped mountain passes, flat-roofed brick houses articulate the wide plains while labyrinthine monasteries cap remote hilltops. You will sense the extent to which this country's geography has influenced the development of a religious culture. This unique land is now easily accessible from Kathmandu, the capital of Nepal. Schedule air services fly from Kathmandu to Lhasa, and back every Tuesday and Saturdays with additional flights on Thursdays from July. This flight last a little over one hour and gives you a panoramic view of the Himalayas. We have different programs to this fascinating land as below for your perusal. A trip not be missed in this lifetime.

Fast Facts
Access: One hour’s flight from Kathmandu to Gonggar Airport, 85 km from Lhasa. Air China operates Boeing 757 service between the two cities, Overland on a scenic highway that retraces the old caravan trail and crosses 5,000 m passes (distance: about 963 km).

Visa: Access to Tibet is limited to organized groups. Visa applications have to be made through a registered travel agency in Nepal. A visa for China does not entitle you to travel in Tibet.

Accommodation: Tourist standard hotels with modern facilities as well as basic lodges.

Season: May through October are the most popular months.

Clothing: Lightweight clothes May through October and warm layered clothing from November to April.