Nepal

Cross Country Tour (Tibet, Nepal and Bhutan)

18-Day Classic Tibet Nepal Bhutan Overland Tour from Beijing

Trip ID
HWC068
Duration
18 Day(s)
Difficulty
Demanding
Max altitude
5,330m
Group
1–12 Pax
From
US$ 10
Best season
Apr–May · Sep–Dec

Journey overview

The experience at a glance

On this classic journey of Tibet, Nepal Bhutan, you will be touring each country's most famous landmarks, including Everest Base Camp from the north face. On this Cross Country Tour (Tibet, Nepal, and Bhutan), you will explore ancient Durbar Squares (Palaces), Stupas, Monasteries, and Temples and meet friendly locals to learn about their culture and lifestyle. While traveling to Tibet, you will visit the impressive Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, Barkhor Bazaar, Sera, and Drepung Monastery and drive to Everest Base Camp before reaching Nepal. The overland journey from Lhasa to Kathmandu via Everest Base Camp is an exciting epic journey through the high Himalayan passes and pristine lakes.

In Nepal, you will visit historical monuments in Kathmandu valley and drive to Chitwan to see the Royal Bengal Tigers (If you are Lucky!) and one-horned Rhino, then go to Pokhara to observe spectacular views of the Annapurna massif. You will visit the impressive Dzongs (fortress) and hike the stunning Taktsang Monastery (Tiger's nest). Finally, you will fly to Bhutan, the country of gross national happiness.

Besides, you will be thrilled with an exciting flight from Kathmandu to Paro with panoramic views of the Himalayas! If you are looking for a short holiday starting from Kathmandu, you may check out the 11-day 3-Country Tour (Nepal, Tibet, and Bhutan).

HimalayanWindows puts every effort into making your Cross Country Tour (Tibet, Nepal, and Bhutan) smooth and pleasant by keeping all the possible attractions.

Trip highlights

What makes this journey

  1. 01

    Sky train experience from Beijing-Lhasa via lofty Tibetan plateau

  2. 02

    Visit impressive Potala Palace and Monasteries in Lhasa, Tibet

  3. 03

    Explore Everest Base Camp from the north face

  4. 04

    Visit Ancient Durbar (Palace) Squares and Temples in Kathmandu, Nepal

  5. 05

    Hike to Taktshang Monastery (Tiger’s nest) and visit several Dzongs and Temples in Bhutan

  6. 06

    Experience exciting flight from Kathmandu to Paro with panoramic views of the Himalayas

Day by day

18 days · 1 region

Walk the route one day at a time — meals, overnight stays, and the details that shape each stage.

Follow the path day by day

16 nights

  1. Arrive in Lhasa from Mainland China (Beijing/Chengdu). Pick you up from Lhasa Train station – Full rest for acclimatization – O/N at Hotel. Please read: You may choose to take a flight to Lhasa or several cities of China or Kathmandu. If you are taking a flight from Beijing/Chengdu, we recommend you to stay at least for a night in China in order to deliver your original permit before boarding for Lhasa. If you are flying from Kathmandu, you must acquire a Tibet Group Visa (TGV) which takes 3-4 working days in Kathmandu.

Private vehicle & English-speaking guide throughout · Lhasa, Tibet to Paro, Bhutan

Places covered

Destinations on this trip

The places this journey moves through, in the order they shape the experience.

  1. Beijing/Chengdu

  2. Lhasa & Everest Base Camp

  3. Kathmandu

  4. Chitwan

  5. Pokhara

  6. Bhutan

Trip essentials

What your journey covers

A clear split between what we arrange and what you budget yourself.

Included

  • Private transportation.
  • All necessary travel permits
  • English speaking local guide.
  • Accommodation on a twin room basis.
  • Sightseeing and monastery entrance fees as per the itinerary
  • Meal plan: Full Board Basis in Bhutan and B/B Plan

Not included

  • Lunch and Dinner in Nepal and Tibet
  • Sustainable Development Fee (SDF): US$ 200 per night/person: Effective from 20 June 2022
  • Single Supplement
  • Insurance of any kind
  • Additional cost due to natural calamity and unforeseen circumstance
  • Personal expenses such as drink, guide tips &, etc

Before you go

Trip Information

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