Tibet is called the Roof of the World. This nickname is enough to introduce it as a wonder of the world. And no doubt it is. Tibet is high in the Himalayas and full of fantastic mountains, clear lakes, and ancient temples. On this 8 days Tibet tour package from Kathmandu with Mount Fuji Adventure, you will comfortably enjoy the nature, culture, and adventure on a single trip.
Visitors will explore the city of Lhasa and collect a lot of memories there. In the Potala Palace, they will walk around the market. This tour also offers an opportunity to get enriched with the Tibetan culture in the holy Jokhang Temple. Besides, the quiet beauty of Yamdrok Lake and exploration of Gyangtse and Shigatse are also meaningful. Adding icing on the cake, this package also offers an opportunity to visit the Everest North Base Camp.
This trip is carefully planned so that you can travel safely at high altitude. From the Kerung Border Crossing to the return to Kathmandu, you will enjoy smooth drives, beautiful scenery, and cultural experiences.With this guided Tibet tour package, you will see the famous places, meet friendly locals and feel the Tibetan culture. This journey is perfect for first-time visitors or travelers who want a simple but fantastic Tibet adventure.
Why choose this 8 Days Tibet Tour?
This 8-day Tibet trip from Kathmandu is carefully designed for travelers who want to see the best of Tibet without rushing. It is a fully guided Tibet Tour package that provides comfort, safety, and a fantastic experience. You will travel lightly through high mountains, wide valleys, and beautiful lakes, and learn about Tibetan culture and history.
This trip is perfect for those who want a mix of adventure and culture. You drive slowly and relaxed through the Tibetan plateau and often stop to admire the fantastic views of Mount Everest, Cho Oyu, and Shishapangma. The journey also takes you to Gyantse and Shigatse, where you can explore historic monasteries and observe traditional Tibetan architecture carefully.
In the city of Lhasa, you will visit the famous Potala Palace, walk around the Barkhor Market, and see the Jokhang Temple, which is the heart of Tibetan Buddhism. You will have enough time and move slowly. Neither taking pictures nor enjoying the peaceful atmosphere in these spiritual places will lack time.
This trip balances sightseeing with comfort. That’s why it is also perfect for first-time visitors to Tibet. The itinerary is carefully planned to help you adapt to high altitude, so anyone can enjoy the journey completely without getting tired. Friendly guides of Mount Fuji Adventure will accompany you and explain everything clearly. All these make the experience even more meaningful.
There is something more for the adventurous travelers. The tour offers optional activities such as visiting the Everest North Base Camp, which can be a totally rewarding. Here you can stand near the world’s highest peak, feel the cold Himalayas and take incredible pictures of snow-covered mountains. This once-in-a-lifetime experience awaits travelers who love nature and high-altitude adventure.
Max Altitude: 2,700 m
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Saishi Hotel
Travelers will leave Kathmandu early in the morning in the first day of the trip and begin the beautiful drive to the Kerung Border. The road passes through scenic Nepali rural areas, small villages, terraced fields, and rivers. The journey will be slow and comfortable. You will often stop to admire the views and take pictures.
At the Kerung Nepal-Tibet border, you will complete the necessary immigration and customs formalities. After the border, your journey continues on the Chinese side, depending on road conditions. You have to take a drive for about 2 hours to reach the hotel. However, the travel duration is not always the same due to road conditions or landslides.
Our team will guide you to the Saishi Hotel for check-in once you reach the Kerung region. This is a comfortable accommodation that offers you a peaceful environment in the Tibetan plateau. This travel day can also be made more enriching by observing the local Tibetan life and enjoying the fresh mountain air. Slowly then, you start preparing for sightseeing and adventure in the days ahead.
Max Altitude: 3,900 m
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Mansarover Hotel
After a comfortable breakfast, you will start driving and continue to the second-largest city in Tibet. The road slowly climbs and constantly ascends on the vast Tibetan plateau, giving you a strong feeling of being on the “roof of the world.”
On the road, the views are truly fantastic. You will see wide valleys, high mountains, and vast meadows. If the day is clear, you will also enjoy spectacular views of Mount Cho Oyu (8,201 m) and Mount Shishapangma (8,012 m). Also, find the Everest once you reach Tingri. It is in the distance but of course visible if the weather is clear.
The route crosses the highest point on this journey, Gyatchu La Pass (5,220 m). You can safely stop to admire the views and take memorable pictures here. The road also passes a small Tibetan town named Lhatse. From here, the road splits westward toward Mount Kailash for its adventurers.
Finally, you will arrive at Shigatse and check in at Mansarovar Hotel. After a long drive, you can relax, enjoy the peaceful environment, breathe fresh mountain air, and prepare for sightseeing the next day.
Max Altitude: 3,650 m
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel Yak
It’ll be time to start the drive from Shigatse to Lhasa after a fulfilling breakfast. The road is beautiful and peaceful. It will take you through rolling hills and small Tibetan villages. Travel slowly to admire the natural beauty of the Tibetan plateau and take memorable photos.
Travelers will also visit the famous Tashilhunpo Monastery before leaving Shigatse. This is a place rich with Tibetan architecture. Observe the colorful prayer flags and monks performing their daily rituals. Exploring the local market gives you knowledge about the lives of Tibetan people.
After all these sightseeing, the long drive continues to Lhasa. Along the way, you will see high mountains, rivers, and small towns. This scenery gives you a true sense of Tibetan landscape.
You will check in at Hotel Yak once you are in Lhasa. Now is the time to relax and enjoy the local atmosphere. The next day is dedicated to sightseeing, so prepare accordingly.
Max Altitude: 3,650 m
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel Yak
First, have a delicious breakfast in Lhasa. Then it will be time to start the full-day tour of Lhasa city. There are some very famous cultural and religious places you must visit.
Travelers generally start with a visit to the Dalai Lama’s former winter palace, the Potala Palace. As you pass through its ancient halls and magnificent courtyards, you will admire Tibetan architecture. This place is full of colorful murals and sacred relics. The palace also offers a beautiful photography standing against the clear Himalayan sky.
Then you will visit the Jokhang Temple. The Jokhang Temple is one of the holiest temples in Tibet. Here you can observe the prayers and traditional rituals of Tibetan pilgrims. Doing so will give you a deep sense of Tibetan spirituality.
You can walk around the lively Barkhor Market near the Jokhang Temple later. In the market, you can find many attractive souvenirs to buy. These include Buddhist prayer flags, traditional crafts, and Tibetan jewelry. As you walk slowly, you can interact with the locals and experience their daily lives, which is really unforgettable.
The day introduces you beautifully to the Tibetan traditions and architecture. Finally, return to Hotel Yak to relax.
Max Altitude: 3,650 m
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel Yak
First, you will visit Drepung Monastery, one of the world’s largest. As you walk through its old prayer rooms and courtyards, you will see monks chanting, colorful thangkas, and ancient scriptures. The monastery sits peacefully on a hill. The views that Lhasa City offers are truly beautiful.
Explore this historic monastery and then head to the Sera Monastery later. The Sera Monastery is another great religious center of Tibet. You will see monks talking and practicing the Buddhist philosophy in an energetic, open courtyard. This experience is both unique and lively, one that reflects the vibrant side of Tibetan learning.
In the evening, you will have some extra free time to walk around the Barkhor Market. You can buy souvenirs, prayer wheels, Tibetan rugs or small gifts for your loved ones. The market environment is always colorful, busy, and exciting. Remember, this is your last night in Lhasa. So, collect memories from every moment.Tomorrow is a scenic drive to Gyantse, so return to the hotel, Yak and prepare.
Max Altitude: 3,950 m
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Chenjan Hotel or Similar
Gyantse is reached from Lhasa through a short and scenic ride. This ride takes travelers through the high mountain passes, crystal clear lakes and breathtaking landscapes.
The journey first crosses the Kambala Pass, which is situated at 4,749 m. Then it passes through another pass, named Karola Pass which is even higher at 5,010 m. From these high points, you can enjoy wide panoramic views of the Tibetan plateau. Shining brilliantly, the snowy peaks reward visitors with a magnificent vista. The fresh air makes the journey even more refreshing.
One of today’s highlights is the magnificent Yamdrok Lake. This lake is also renowned as Yamdrok-Tso (in Tibetan). The water is deep blue, cool and sparkling under the sun. Green hills and icy mountains surround the lake that creating an unforgettable view. You will have time to stop, walk slowly and take pictures of this famous holy lake of Tibet.
The small but historically important city, Gyantse, is reached by late afternoon. This is where the travelers visit the Kumbum Stupa and Phalkor Monastery. These are both remarkable places, known for their ancient art, murals, and spiritual significance. Walking through these religious places gives you a peaceful and inspiring experience.
In the evening, you will check into the Chenjan Hotel or a similar lodge for comfort. This day will remain in your memory as one of the most beautiful and culturally rich days of the Tibet Tour.
Max Altitude: 4,300 m
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Guest House / Roof of the World Hotel
A delightful breakfast marks the beginning of the day. Today, travelers will be taking a long ride to Tingri. Tingri is a renowned town in the Tibetan Autonomous Region for its extraordinary views of Mount Everest, Mount Lhotse, Mount Makalu, and Cho Oyu.
The route takes you back to Shigatse, which once again offers you the endless views of rolling hills, dry valleys, and distant snow-covered mountains. This part of the journey feels very adventurous because you travel deep into the high plateau of Tibet. At this point, the air is thin and the landscape wide and dramatic.
On your way, you will pass through the small town of Xegar. Xegar often serves as a stopover for travelers heading toward Mount Everest
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It is where the flexible part of the 8 days Tibet Tour itinerary comes into use. We offer thrill seekers and true adventurers an optional visit to the North Everest Base Camp (with an extra cost). This excursion lets you get closer to the iconic view of Rongbuk Monastery and Everest. You will truly feel amazed by the raw power and beauty of the Himalayas standing here.
In the evening, you will spend the night at the Roof of the World Hotel or a guesthouse in Tingri, resting before your return journey tomorrow.Here, you can already feel the excitement of being near the world’s highest peak. On clear days, you can easily see Mount Everest rising proudly on the horizon. No doubt, this is an unforgettable moment for every traveler.
Max Altitude: 1,350 m
Meals: Breakfast
As always, the trip of the last day also starts with a filling breakfast. Soon after that, you will start the return drive from Shigatse towards the Kerung border. The Kerung border is an international land crossing between Nepal and Tibet. To reach it, travelers must cross the vast Tibetan plateau and, for the last time, enjoy the final panoramic views of snow-covered peaks, dry valleys and remote villages. The atmosphere feels peaceful and emotional, and this is where you bid farewell to Tibet’s unique beauty.
Travelers need to complete all necessary Chinese and Nepalese immigration formalities at the Kerung border. Once you cross the border, our Nepalese guide and team will meet you on the other side with a vehicle prepared to take you to Nepal’s capital. Now it’s time to continue the drive through Nepal’s green hills until you finally reach there.
This is how your 8-day Tibet Tour comes to an end. This journey blesses you with unforgettable moments—from holy lakes and historic monasteries to high mountain passes and the majestic sight of Mount Everest.
You return to Kathmandu with a heart full of memories, photos, and stories to cherish for a lifetime.
Travel Info and Preparation Tips
The 8 days Tibet Tour is rewarding and totally enjoyable. But minding several challenges and preparing accordingly is very crucial. In the whole trip, you will have a strong support team and an experienced guide from Mount Fuji Adventure. Though there are some sections where prior knowledge is important and having specific tips makes it easier. Therefore, we suggest that you abide by these travel tips for 8 days Tibet Tour.
Altitude Sickness and Acclimatization in Tibet
Remember once again that Tibet is called the roof of the world. This journey unsurprisingly takes you to a very high altitude zone, sometimes reaching above 5,000 meters. These altitudes have low oxygen and thin air. This can lead anyone to shortness of breath and even cause a victim of altitude sickness. Therefore, it is very important to be aware of the altitude-related problems, their medications and of course the acclimatization. Here are some practical tips to follow once you select this 8 days Tibet Tour package.
- Following the guide instructions is best in emergency situations.
- Stay hydrated and avoid alcohol or smoking
- Do not skip the acclimatization days at any cost
- Carry personal medications if advised by the doctor
- The 8 days Tibet Tour package is flexible. So, ask your guide to add an acclimatization day without hesitation if you feel restless.
Right Clothing and Gear for Tibet
Tibet is a high-altitude region both in and around the Himalayas. That’s why the climate cannot always be trusted here. The cold is persistent, but the weather can change rapidly. Due to these reasons, a traveler must be prepared with clothing and gear. We recommend you to follow the list prepared below:
| Gear and Clothing for 8 days Tibet Tour | |
|---|---|
| Category | What to Carry |
| Layered Clothing | Thermal inners, fleece mids, down jacket for mornings and evenings |
| Footwear | Comfortable walking boots and sandals |
| Sun and Wind Protection | Sunscreen hat and Scarf |
| Winter accessories | Wollen gloves, caps and muffler |
| Daily Essentials | Small backpack, water bottle, snacks/energy bars, toiletries, sanitizer, wet wipes |
| Medical needs | Personal medicines and a basic first-aid kit |
| Extras | Cameras, power banks and a head lamp |
Please Note: The above is a list of items and clothing that are must to carry on an 8 days Tibet Tour. However, it is not the complete packing list for Tibet. Once you confirm your booking with Mount Fuji Adventure, you will be provided a personal travel itinerary and packing list according to your preferred travel plan.
Finding Best Time For Tibet Tour
Tibet is a kind of destination that can be toured throughout the year. Accordingly, it receives visitors in every season. However, the time period from April to October can be considered ideal for this 8 days Tibet Tour.
The spring season brings a colorful and fresh environment. This period starts in April and lasts till May. At this time, the temperature is cool, and the visibility is totally worth it.
Summer starts in June and lasts till August. This is the warmest time in Tibet. So, travelling is ideal and sightseeing is rewarding. However, travelers must be prepared for rainfall that can be frequent.
Autumn is widely known as the peak season for traveling. Extending from September to October in Tibet, this time offers a perfect time of traveling. You will witness fantastic scenes of snow-covered peaks and enjoy clear skies and stable weather.
Winter is from November to March. This time is extremely cold in Tibet. This can make travelling a bit more challenging. Moreover, some roadways can be blocked due to snow. Due to these reasons, the Tibet region is less toured at this time.
Required Permits for 8 days Tibet Tour
Tibet’s journey is not like going to other destinations. You can’t just buy a ticket and go on your own. All foreign travelers must have special permits, which are strictly checked at airports as well as local outposts. These depict the strong policy of China.
The most important permit is Tibet Travel Permit (TTP). This allows to enter into the Lhasa city and other central regions. Without it, passengers cannot take trains, flights or even explore cities. The cost of Tibet’s travel permit is normally about $50-$70per person
The other important document is the Alien Travel Permit (ATP). This permit is important for visiting the areas outside the Lhasa such as Shigatse, Gyantse, or Everest Base Camp. It will cost approximately $ 30- $ 50.
In some special cases, a military permit may also be required if your travel program includes restricted areas. But, this understandably depends on the travel route and the areas you plan to travel. The fees of these permits is relatively higher and varies. So, consulting us before hand is important.
Tips: The cost of these permits varies depending on the travel program and travel season. However, on choosing the standard 8 days Tibet Tour package of Mount Fuji Adventure, every permit related issue is handled by us and you’ll just have to focus on the trip.
Additional Info
How Are the Food and Accommodation in the 8 Days Tibet Tour?
During this Tibet tour package, your accommodation and food are arranged with careful planning and experience. We prioritize your convenience as well as safety. For that, we make sure that you are provided comfortable accommodation and also the opportunity to get a taste of a variety of Tibetan cuisines.
In larger cities such as Lhasa and Shigatse, you will stay in comfortable hotels with private rooms, warm showers, and clean beds. In small towns such as Tingri, Gyantse, and Xegar, you will stay in guesthouses or local cabins, which are clean, safe, and provide a favorable environment.
Talking about the food, we arrange warm and nutritious Tibetan cuisine that matches the high-altitude travel. Breakfast usually includes eggs, toast, porridge or Tibetan butter tea. Lunch and dinner include Tibetan, Chinese and Nepali dishes. Momos, thukpa, tsampa, rice, vegetables and meat are some options. Hot drinks and plenty of water help you stay energetic and hydrated during your journey.
Everest North Base Camp Visit
One of the most exciting highlights of the Tibet Tour is Everest North Base Camp (EBC) visit. This is an optional tour from Tingri or Xegar. This adventure lets you get closer to the world’s highest peak from the north side. Travelers choosing this option will be offered a spectacular view of Mount Everest, Lhotse and the surrounding Himalayan range.
The short drive to Everest Base Camp is exciting and scenic. The route takes you through the remote villages, high mountain crossings and the huge Tibetan plateau. On the way, you can also visit the world’s highest monastery, Rongbuk Monastery. Here, the Tibetan monks live and practice their traditions in a quiet, spiritual environment.
This alternative journey provides opportunities for unforgettable photography. Especially at sunrise or sunset, the mountains shine in golden light. The scenario is totally epic to witness. The pure majesty of Everest is felt when one stands face to face against it at the North Everest Base Camp. This is one of the journey’s most memorable moments.
8 days Tibet Tour FAQs
Yes, it is possible to do that when you travel with Mount Fuji Adventure. Many travelers have previously done this cross-country journey. Especially entering Tibet from the Kerung Border (Nepal) and flying out of Lhasa to mainland China is popular. However, you must let us know that in advance.
Yes, travelers will be connected to internet in the maximum part of the journey. The larger and more popular villages like Lhasa, Shigatse can provide a better internet service. And likewise, villages in more remote Himalayan areas, like Tingiri, lack the proper connectivity.
Yes, the itinerary designed by Mount Fuji Adventure is slow-paced one. Here, we provide traveller enought time to acclimatize to altitude. There are sighseeing days in Lhasa that will let you adapt the altitude without ascending.
No. Nepali or Indian currency is not accepted in China. Therefore, you must get Chinese currency—yuan—before the trip. The exchange can be done in Kathmandu before the departure.
This is possible that the road to the Everest Base Camp might be closed due to weather or political issue. If such things happens, we take the reaponsibility to arrange an alternative viewpoint from Rongbuk Monastery area without disrupting your schedule.
Yes, big cities like Lhasa and Shigatse indeed have the money exchange facilities and ATM services. You can easily exchange the money there, but expect these facilities to be rarer when you move to more remote sides.