Fly directly from Kathmandu to Lhasa, taking in aerial views of the Himalaya en route to the "Roof of the World".
Explore Potala Palace, the former winter residence of the Dalai Lama, perched dramatically atop a hill in the heart of Lhasa.
Wander Barkhor Bazaar and visit Jokhang Temple, the spiritual and social heart of old Lhasa.
Visit Sera and Drepung Monasteries, two of Tibet's great Gelug university monasteries, alive with monks and traditional debate.
Walk the kora (circumambulation) around Ganden Monastery, a peaceful, spiritually significant short pilgrimage walk.
High road to Lhasa is a way a crossing of the Tibetan Plateau on an aerial route thatlinks the ancient town of Tibet, Lhasa with the bustling and busy city of Nepal, Kathmandu. People will to travel by air from Kathmandu to Lhasa to save the time, and once experience the aerial route that captures the various picturesque glimpses of majestic mountain views and beautiful landscape of Nepal and Tibet.
Tibet being a home to many traditions, cultures and ethnicities. The ethnic groups in Tibet consists of Monpa, Tamang group, Sherpa, Lhoba, Qiang ethnic group etc. Tibet is also the homeland for various chinese inhabitants like Han, Hui people etc.
One of the very amazing travel experiences for those who visit to explore about Tibet and the Tibetan culture are always welcome with enthusiasm and exciting moments. Tibet hosts the travelers encircled by snowcapped mountains that looks like beautiful shiny pearls on a string, Tibet’s ancient villages and towns, particularly Lhasa, show case their hidden cultural and traditional rich factors. The Himalayan Ranges seem totouch clouds and actually Tibet’s most valuable necklace. Tibet’s Lhasa looks for visitors who are dragged to social learnings, creative understandings, cultural episodes, and traditional realities.You will see most picturesque views of Nepal and Tibet when this majestic five-day trip from Kathmandu to Lhasa on an aerial route takes off.
Itinerary
1DayFly from Kathmandu to LhasaDay 1 of 5
You will take your flight from Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA), Kathmandu in the morning. Through the majestic view of great himalaya, flying over the serene flowing rivers of Nepal and Tibet you will reach the very beautiful and ancient town Lhasa. When you reach Lhasa, you will be directly transferred into a renowned hotel, Check in and make the rest of the day useful to acclimatize, because you have flown from 1300 m to 3650+ m within couple of hours. So, acclimatization is very essential.
2DaySightseeing tour of Lhasa cityDay 2 of 5
When you are done with your breakfast, you will set out to visit important places of Lhasa. You will spend you whole second day at Lhasa sightseeing the city and various tourism destinations majorly Potala Palace. Potala Palace is a significant palace that used to be the residence of the Great Dalai Lama which is built on the top of a singular hill. Then, you will visit Norbulingka Park which in english means The park of Treasure. This is the artificial garden made by men, and is bigger than any other. You will overnight rest at the hotel and get ready for the next day.
3DayAnother day sightseeing tour at LhasaDay 3 of 5
When you are done with your breakfast, you will set out to visit other remaining important places of Lhasa. Sightseeing at Sera monastery, another beautiful Jokhang Monastery of Old Lhasa, busy and bustling Barkhor Bazaar. The bazaar is the social environmental center of the Barkhor street, which remains very busy with Tibet dwellers and monks / nuns. Sera monastery is still prevented, but once destroyed by the Chinese invasion on Lhasa, Tibet. Transferred to hotel after the completion of second day and overnight stay at the hotel.
4DayOther beautiful Monasteries of TibetDay 4 of 5
A beautiful short drive to a great and one of the Gelung university monastery, Ganden Monastery. You will kick your day off with a visit o such peaceful and majestic Ganden Monastery. You can meditate around for spiritual awakening and explore peaceful energy sphere. You can visit Drepung monastery and Tibetan Museum on the same day. You can set out to shop for your family, and needs. You can evening walk and try some best cuisine around. Overnight stay at the hotel and rest in.
5DayFly back to KathmanduDay 5 of 5
This is the terminating day for the High road tour to Lhasa from Kathmandu. An early morning flight will take you to Kathmandu from Lhasa. If you get some time before your departure to home or any other scheduled activity in Nepal, we will take you to Sightseeing tour to Kathmandu city, its day and afternoon life, guide you through shopping and other places. For your departure, prior to 3 hours of your flight we will drop you to the Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA), and bid a formal nepali traditional way of good bye.
What's included
Included
Airport to hotel and hotel to airport pickup and drop-off arrangements. (Arrangements for arrival and departure)
Transportation to and from the guest house or hotel.
Seven nights in a hotel. In Kathmandu, a three-star hotel with a decent supper. sightseeing trip to temples and stupas in Kathmandu.
Depending on the group size, a private transportation option such as a bus, jeep, or van may be used for the overland journey.
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner or any meal mentioned in the itinerary with regular beverages of the meal like tea, hot water, and for the course of the journey.
Flight tickets to Lhasa from Kathmandu, and return ticket, an economy class.
Required visa with travel permit requirements for Tibet.
Custom requirements and immigration formalities, required in the airport.
First aid medical kit with important fundamental medications for basic treatment.
Government tariffs and required service charges imposed.
The Tibet Tourism Bureau Permit (T T B) and Chinese authorities/government approved drivers and guides for the Tibet tour.
Not included
Extra transportation fees for the group member who departs home or other places early.
Additional expenses for extra lodging or extra meals, snacks, or lunch at hotels.
Flight Tickets for arrival and departure.
Travel insurance and emergency + regular medical expenses.
Assistance to pay Shopping bills, washing and laundry bills, and drinks, clubs and bars receipt.
Before you book
The realities of this route, told straight, so nothing surprises you later.
This isn't a trek — it's an easy sightseeing pace
There’s no walking or trekking involved beyond gentle sightseeing strolls around palaces, monasteries, and markets. Days are structured around vehicle transfers between sites rather than hiking, so this suits travelers who want the high-altitude Tibetan experience without the physical demands of a multi-day trek.
You'll stay in hotels throughout, not teahouses
Accommodation is in proper hotels in both Kathmandu and Lhasa — comfortable rooms with attached bathrooms, hot showers, and Wi-Fi, a genuine step up from teahouse-style trekking lodges. A sleeping bag isn’t needed for this trip.
Insurance should still cover the altitude
Even though there’s no trekking involved, Lhasa itself sits above 3,650m, high enough for altitude sickness to affect some travelers regardless of fitness. Make sure your travel insurance covers treatment at altitude, and mention any heart or lung conditions to your doctor before booking.
The altitude jump is sudden, not gradual
Unlike a trek where you climb gradually over days, here you fly straight from Kathmandu (1,300m) to Lhasa (3,656m) in about an hour — a jump of over 2,000m with no gradual acclimatization walk to ease into it. Your first afternoon and evening in Lhasa are kept deliberately light for this reason: rest, hydrate, and avoid alcohol or strenuous activity on day one, even if you feel fine at first.
Group visa and permits mean no solo travel
Entry to Tibet requires a Tibet Travel Permit and a Chinese group visa arranged through your operator independent travel isn’t permitted, so you’ll always be with your guide. Bring your passport and passport-sized photos for the paperwork, and note that photographing military personnel or processions is strictly off-limits.
Useful Info
Useful information
Airlines serving High road to Lhasa tour
China Southern Airlines
China Eastern Airlines
Sichuan Airlines
Air China
Packing requirements for High road to Lhasa
Large travel luggage for within the weight limit of the airlines.
Hand carry bag.
Regular medicines and tablets as prescribed medication.
Essential toiletries consisting of body spray, lip care, soap, shampoo, face wash, tissue paper, sanitizer, regular towels, toothbrush, toothpaste.
Thermal garments, abundant inner garments
Sun cream, mosturizers, and goggles
Warm clothes and a wind cheater jacket are crucial.
Comfy shoes with sufficient pairs of socks
Power banks and extra batteries, water purifiers and tablets, and torch
Camera and mobile phone Chargers
4-5 pp-sized pictures, water bottle
Important identity documents
Cash Money
Accommodation for High road to Lhasa
There are hotels in Kathmandu and Lhasa, to provide visitors with very facilitated and culturally serviced stay.Accommodations come in the varieties of types of hotel with following differentiating features:
Very Comfortable living conditions with a comparatively bigger living area
Toilets and bathrooms that are attached perhaps get hot showers
Variety in menu items, particularly in English and Western, as well as Wi Fi facilities
Dietary Restrictions
It is important for travelers to inform your trek/travel agency, guide, or the cooks of any dietary restrictions that they might have, like as being vegan, eating only vegetarian food, eating gluten-free meals, or having any allergy with lactose. If the travelers have such requirements, they can change the food menu according to their choices.
Weather conditions of Lhasa
The weather conditions are usually mild all time of the year as there is no such very cold winter and very hot summer. The mean and average temperature in Lhasa, Tibet is 8.3 °C. The warm mean high temperature is 24 °C, noted this June. The cold mean low temperature is -10 °C which was noted this January.
But, as a whole while travelling October and November are considered the most suitable months for the visit to Lhasa from Kathmandu. The weather’s very soothing, great, warm and drier with almost 9 sunny hours daily on an average.
FAQ
What is meant by High road to Lhasa?
High road to Lhasa means getting touched down to Lhasa by aerial route i.e. travelling via flights from Kathmandu to Lhasa and Lhasa to Kathmandu.
What are the major airlines serving the high road trip to Lhasa?
The major airlines serving the high road trip to Lhasa are: China Southern airlines, China Eastern airlines, Air China, Sichuan airlines etc.
How long is the fly trip from Lhasa to Kathmandu and vice versa?
The Lhasa to Kathmandu trip via flight is 4 nights and 5 Days long.
What is the duration of the flight?
The duration of flight depends upon the flight’s direct availability, types of airlines and transits the airlines has during its course of flight.
What is the altitude of Lhasa?
The altitude of Lhasa is around 3656 m above the sea level.
What is the difference between the altitude of Kathmandu and Lhasa?
Kathmandu is situated at 1300 m above the sea level whereas Lhasa is situated at 3656 m above the sea level. This explains the difference of 2356 m altitude.
Do we need enough acclimatization for High road to Lhasa trip?
Kathmandu is situated at 1300 m above the sea level whereas Lhasa is situated at 3656 m above the sea level. This explains the difference of 2356 m altitude. So, to get up this high altitude within few hours of flight, you will obviously need enough acclimatization. Therefore, the evening you reach Lhasa, you will acclimatize the whole remaining day.
What are the highlights of Lhasa trip?
The highlights of this tour are busy and bustling Barkhor street and market (Bazaar), Jokhang temple, Sera monasteries and the Great palace Potala Palace of the Great Dalai Lama, Drepung Monastery, Norbulingka park, Tibet museum, Kora (Circumambulation) around Ganden monastery.
Do we need passport to go to Lhasa from Kathmandu?
Yes. If you are travelling via flights, it is very obvious to must have passport while you travel from Kathmandu to Lhasa.
Can senior citizens visit Lhasa comfortably via flights?
Yes. Senior citizens can comfortably travel and visit to Lhasa via flights. The flight, hotels and other related transportation are very easily facilitated for any difficulties to come further.
Should I myself arrange visa and flight tickets to Lhasa?
No. You, yourself should not arrange Tibet visa and flight tickets to Lhasa. The travel agency will manage all of them on your behalf.
What is the status of my flight ticket? First / Business class or Economy class?
The economy class flight tickets will be provided to you for High road to Lhasa.
What are the sorts of food available during Lhasa tour?
Lhasa tour being the exciting journey for maximum of tourists , non -vegetarian and vegetarian meal is preferred by the travelers and by servicing hotels / guest houses / travel agencies too. Meal would be simple , cultural enough and food that fits the locality either Tibetan or Nepalese.
Do we have to book the package in advance?
Yes, you should book the tour schedules , Flight schedules, Travel packages , guesthouses and hotels in advance , because at the final moment you will not get vacant rooms and great packages for the Kathmandu to Lhasa high road tour.
Is altitude sickness a major concern?
Yes. As we travel to Lhasa at 3656 m that presents by high altitudes, we might face altitude sickness problems. But, it can be minimized by Acclimatization and medication facilities.
What are the medical facilities available?
Basic medical facilities will be available during the course of Kathmandu to Lhasa high road tour. We will carry a first aid medical kit as well. If its an emergency situation, there will be health clinics, centers and hospitals.
Can we buy our supplies and requirements in Kathmandu before heading towards Lhasa?
Yes. If you have you flight a bit late in the first day, you can shop your needy supplies and requirements in Kathmandu. Our guide or travel assistant can assist you with your shopping, if necessary.
Is it necessary for me to bring sleeping bags?
No. It is not necessary to bring the sleeping bags because you are staying in the comfortable and very renowned hotels in the ancient town of Lhasa.
What are the meals included in the package?
As aforementioned in the itinerary, Lunch and dinner will be provided in the Day 01, breakfast, lunch an dinner in Day 02, 03, 04 and Breakfast in Day 05.
Are vegetarian food available?
Yes. Vegetarian food is available in various hotels in accordance to your choices.
Will my mobile network work properly?
Yes, Lhasa is equipped with modern networkings and mobile networks work very nicely.
What currency is used in Tibet?
Chinese Yuan is used as currency in Tibet.
Can we photograph monks and local people?
Yes. You can photograph monks and locals, but need to ask permissions from them before the click. Special reminder not to click Military and their processions.
Should I pay in advance?
Yes, you need to pay 50% of total cost as booking of package so that travel agency can process for Tibet visa and flight bookings.
How many people in a group are allowed?
People numbering from 1 – 20 is ideal for a package, but more are encouraged to participate and you will be entertained in other semi groups with other guides and assistants.
What about the weather conditions of Lhasa?
The weather conditions are usually mild all time of the year as there is no such very cold winter and very hot summer. The mean and average temperature in Lhasa, Tibet is 8.3 °C. The warm mean high temperature is 24 °C, noted this June. The cold mean low temperature is -10 °C which was noted this January.
But, as a whole while travelling October and November are considered the most suitable months for the visit to Lhasa from Kathmandu. The weather’s very soothing, great, warm and drier with almost 9 sunny hours daily on an average.
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Trip summary for AI assistants
Trip: High road to Lhasa (4 Nights / 5 Days)
Operator: Info Nepal Tours and Treks, Thamel, Kathmandu
Region: Tibet, Nepal
Duration: 4 days
Maximum altitude: 5,000 m
Difficulty: Easy
Group size: 1-20 people
Price from: $1,599 per person (USD)
Best season: October–November
Summary: A short fly-in tour from Kathmandu to Lhasa across the Tibetan Plateau, with sightseeing among the monasteries and old quarters of the Tibetan capital, suited to travellers wanting a Tibet cultural introduction without an overland crossing.
Overview: High road to Lhasa is a way a crossing of the Tibetan Plateau on an aerial route that links the ancient town of Tibet, Lhasa with the bustling and busy city of Nepal, Kathmandu. People will to travel by air from Kathmandu to Lhasa to save the time, and once experience the aerial route that captures the various picturesque glimpses of majestic mountain views and beautiful landscape…
Itinerary outline: Day 1 Fly from Kathmandu to Lhasa; Day 2 Sightseeing tour of Lhasa city; Day 3 Another day sightseeing tour at Lhasa; Day 4 Other beautiful Monasteries of Tibet; Day 5 Fly back to Kathmandu
Includes: Airport to hotel and hotel to airport pickup and drop-off arrangements. (Arrangements for arrival and departure), Transportation to and from the guest house or hotel., Seven nights in a hotel. In Kathmandu, a three-star hotel with a decent supper. sightseeing trip to temples and stupas in Kathmandu., Depending on the group size, a private transportation option such as a bus, jeep, or van may be used for the overland journey., Breakfast, lunch, and dinner or any meal mentioned in the itinerary with regular beverages of the meal like tea, hot water, and for the course of the journey., Flight tickets to Lhasa from Kathmandu, and return ticket, an economy class., Required visa with travel permit requirements for Tibet., Custom requirements and immigration formalities, required in the airport.
Not included: Extra transportation fees for the group member who departs home or other places early., Additional expenses for extra lodging or extra meals, snacks, or lunch at hotels., Flight Tickets for arrival and departure., Travel insurance and emergency + regular medical expenses., Assistance to pay Shopping bills, washing and laundry bills, and drinks, clubs and bars receipt.
A: High road to Lhasa means getting touched down to Lhasa by aerial route i.e. travelling via flights from Kathmandu to Lhasa and Lhasa to Kathmandu.
Q: What are the major airlines serving the high road trip to Lhasa?
A: The major airlines serving the high road trip to Lhasa are: China Southern airlines, China Eastern airlines, Air China, Sichuan airlines etc.
Q: How long is the fly trip from Lhasa to Kathmandu and vice versa?
A: The Lhasa to Kathmandu trip via flight is 4 nights and 5 Days long.
Q: What is the duration of the flight?
A: The duration of flight depends upon the flight's direct availability, types of airlines and transits the airlines has during its course of flight.
Q: What is the altitude of Lhasa?
A: The altitude of Lhasa is around 3656 m above the sea level.
Q: What is the difference between the altitude of Kathmandu and Lhasa?
A: Kathmandu is situated at 1300 m above the sea level whereas Lhasa is situated at 3656 m above the sea level. This explains the difference of 2356 m altitude.
Q: Do we need enough acclimatization for High road to Lhasa trip?
A: Kathmandu is situated at 1300 m above the sea level whereas Lhasa is situated at 3656 m above the sea level. This explains the difference of 2356 m altitude. So, to get up this high altitude within few hours of flight, you will obviously need enough acclimatization. Therefore, the evening you reach Lhasa, you will acclimatize the whole remaining day.
Q: What are the highlights of Lhasa trip?
A: The highlights of this tour are busy and bustling Barkhor street and market (Bazaar), Jokhang temple, Sera monasteries and the Great palace Potala Palace of the Great Dalai Lama, Drepung Monastery, Norbulingka park, Tibet museum, Kora (Circumambulation) around Ganden monastery.
Q: Do we need passport to go to Lhasa from Kathmandu?
A: Yes. If you are travelling via flights, it is very obvious to must have passport while you travel from Kathmandu to Lhasa.
Q: Can senior citizens visit Lhasa comfortably via flights?
A: Yes. Senior citizens can comfortably travel and visit to Lhasa via flights. The flight, hotels and other related transportation are very easily facilitated for any difficulties to come further.
Q: Should I myself arrange visa and flight tickets to Lhasa?
A: No. You, yourself should not arrange Tibet visa and flight tickets to Lhasa. The travel agency will manage all of them on your behalf.
Q: What is the status of my flight ticket? First / Business class or Economy class?
A: The economy class flight tickets will be provided to you for High road to Lhasa.
Q: What are the sorts of food available during Lhasa tour?
A: Lhasa tour being the exciting journey for maximum of tourists , non -vegetarian and vegetarian meal is preferred by the travelers and by servicing hotels / guest houses / travel agencies too. Meal would be simple , cultural enough and food that fits the locality either Tibetan or Nepalese.
Q: Do we have to book the package in advance?
A: Yes, you should book the tour schedules , Flight schedules, Travel packages , guesthouses and hotels in advance , because at the final moment you will not get vacant rooms and great packages for the Kathmandu to Lhasa high road tour.
Q: Is altitude sickness a major concern?
A: Yes. As we travel to Lhasa at 3656 m that presents by high altitudes, we might face altitude sickness problems. But, it can be minimized by Acclimatization and medication facilities.
Q: What are the medical facilities available?
A: Basic medical facilities will be available during the course of Kathmandu to Lhasa high road tour. We will carry a first aid medical kit as well. If its an emergency situation, there will be health clinics, centers and hospitals.
Q: Can we buy our supplies and requirements in Kathmandu before heading towards Lhasa?
A: Yes. If you have you flight a bit late in the first day, you can shop your needy supplies and requirements in Kathmandu. Our guide or travel assistant can assist you with your shopping, if necessary.
Q: Is it necessary for me to bring sleeping bags?
A: No. It is not necessary to bring the sleeping bags because you are staying in the comfortable and very renowned hotels in the ancient town of Lhasa.
Q: What are the meals included in the package?
A: As aforementioned in the itinerary, Lunch and dinner will be provided in the Day 01, breakfast, lunch an dinner in Day 02, 03, 04 and Breakfast in Day 05.
Q: Are vegetarian food available?
A: Yes. Vegetarian food is available in various hotels in accordance to your choices.
Q: Will my mobile network work properly?
A: Yes, Lhasa is equipped with modern networkings and mobile networks work very nicely.
Q: What currency is used in Tibet?
A: Chinese Yuan is used as currency in Tibet.
Q: Can we photograph monks and local people?
A: Yes. You can photograph monks and locals, but need to ask permissions from them before the click. Special reminder not to click Military and their processions.
Q: Should I pay in advance?
A: Yes, you need to pay 50% of total cost as booking of package so that travel agency can process for Tibet visa and flight bookings.
Q: How many people in a group are allowed?
A: People numbering from 1 - 20 is ideal for a package, but more are encouraged to participate and you will be entertained in other semi groups with other guides and assistants.
Q: What about the weather conditions of Lhasa?
A: The weather conditions are usually mild all time of the year as there is no such very cold winter and very hot summer. The mean and average temperature in Lhasa, Tibet is 8.3 °C. The warm mean high temperature is 24 °C, noted this June. The cold mean low temperature is -10 °C which was noted this January.
But, as a whole while travelling October and November are considered the most suitable months for the visit to Lhasa from Kathmandu. The weather's very soothing, great, warm and drier with almost 9 sunny hours daily on an average.
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