Tibet (Autonomous Region of China), the "Rooftop of the World" was opened to tourism in 1985. Before this it avoided influence from the western world and developed its unique culture and religion independently within the country. The infrastructure of the tourist industry is still very basic in the remote parts of this unique country. However, every effort will be made under the circumstance to ensure a smooth & pleasant trip. Traveling overland between Kathmandu and Lhasa is an incredible journey in which you can see the world’s highest mountains, travel on the world’s highest plain, meet nomadic Tibetan pilgrims and walk amidst the burning butter lamps and chanting monks of Tibet's ancient and legendary Buddhist monasteries. However accommodations, amenities and facilities that may be far from perfect and your expectation, but trip to Tibet is well worth the effort providing you an opportunity to be adventure lovers..

Clothing: Normally, we recommend warm clothing for the trip to Tibet as nights and early mornings can be quite chilly and windy cold in winter months (November to April) and light clothing for summer (May to October). Winter: 1. down jacket  2. Thermal underwear 3. warm trousers 4. warm sweaters 5. gloves 6. woolen shirts 7. light trekking boots 8. hat 9. scarf 10. cotton mask 11. socks etc. Summer: 1. light jacket 2. sweaters 3. shirts 4. trousers 5. cotton mask 6. light sport shoes 7. rain coat or wind proof 8. socks 9. normal under wear 10. sun hat etc. Altitude sickness: As you are traveling over high terrain, you are likely to experience some of the minor symptoms and discomfort of altitude sickness (headache, loss of appetite) until body adjusts to the elevation. This can take from a few hours to a couple of days, depending on an individual. Take it lightly, but drink plenty of non-alcoholic liquids. Proper hydration is critical to acclimatization. As a prevention, we suggest you to carry Diamox tablets. All our packages to Tibet are backed by proper arrangement to avoid altitude related sickness during the overland trip to Tibet.

Lhasa: The capital of Tibet Autonomous region and situated at the north bank of Kyichu river, a tributary of the Yarlung Tsangpo river, Lhasa has history of more than 1300 years. Lhasa is the main politics, economy, culture and religious center for the Tibet Autonomous region. The attractions of this city (3650 meters) are the magnificent Potala Palace, former seat of the Dalai Lamas, presides over the city. Built in 1645 at the top of a hill, the palace contains a thousand rooms, 10,000 shrines and 200,000 religious statues. Besides, the famous Jhokhang temple, the Bhakor market, the Sera Monastery, the Drepung Monastery (the largest in Tibet) and the Norbulingkha are the major attractions of this ancient city. Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, Norbulinkha Palace, Drepung Monastery, Bharkhor Market

Shigatse: Shigatse (altitude 3,900 meters) lies some 274 kilometers to the west of Lhasa and is Tibet’s second largest city. The highway runs alongside the Yarlung Tsangpo (Brahmaputra) river passing through narrow gorges and broad river valleys. Farmers plowing their fields with yaks, sheep grazing on the vast plains, awesome sand dunes and rocky hills in the distance are the scenic rewards of this journey. The Tashilhunpo Monastery, built in 1447 by the first Dalai Lama, is Shigatse’s most important cultural and religious site. the main chapel here contain images of Shakyamuni (the present Buddha), white and green taras and embalmed bodies of past Panchain Lamas. Tashilumpo Monastery, Shakya Monastery

Gyangtse: This town is situated at an altitude of 3,800 meters. About 94 kilometers from Shigatse. Gyangtse’s symbol is the Kumbum Stupa which is 32 meters high and contains 77 rooms and 100,000 images of the Buddha. A prince of Gyangtse had it built in 1427 by craftsmen from the Kathmandu valley. It is the finest example of 15th-century Newar art extent in the world. Pelkor Chode Monastery and Gyangtse fort (built atop a massive rock) are other major sights here. The road from Lhasa to Gyangtse (260 kilometers) takes you over three mountain passes: Ghampa La (4,794 meters), Sima La (4,380 meters high) and Karo La (5,045 meters) via Yamdrok Tso Lake. The scenery and the adventure of traveling on the old mule caravan route makes this excursion an unforgettable trip. Kumbum, Pelkor Chode Manastery

Tsedang: Tsedang is known as the cradle of Tibetan civilization, situated 170 kilometers southeast of Lhasa in the Yarlung Valley. This ancient town offers a number of side trips that illustrate Tibet’s early history. The valley of the Kings (ancient capital of the Yarlung kings who Established the Tibetan nation), the Yambu Lakhang Palace (built for the first Yarlung king), and the Tandruk Monastery (one of the three royal Buddhist temples) are some of the important sightseeing points. Yambhulakhang, Samye Monastery, Chonggye

Mt. Kailash: Pilgrimage to Mansarovar Lake and the Holy Mt. Kailash claimed to be the apex of the Hindu religious axis is also one of the highest mountains in Tibet at 22,022 feet, and Lake Mansarovar at 14,950 feet is said to be the highest fresh water lake in the world. Certainly it is difficult region to reach due to the variable and extreme weather conditions. We begin the tour by traveling to Kathmandu and departing by road to the Nepal/Tibet border town of Zhangmu where we initiate the tour-trekking to Mt. Kailash and Mansarovar Lake. Kailash