Kailash Manasarovar Tour: Lhasa & EBC (Fly In-Fly Out)

Today marks your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu. Our office staff will greet you upon arrival and escort you to your hotel. In the evening, you will have free time to explore on your own.

In the morning, we will visit Pashupatinath Temple, Guheshwori Devi Temple, and Budhanilkantha (sleeping Vishnu OR Jal-Narayan). Following lunch, we will visit the monkey temple, which is also referred to as the Swayambhunath temple.

After breakfast, we will visit Kathmandu Durbar Square and the Monkey Temple (Swayambhunath Stupa) in the morning. Later in the afternoon, we can explore the bustling streets of Thamel, where we can shop for souvenirs and enjoy some local cuisine at a nearby restaurant. It will be a wonderful way to immerse ourselves in the culture and vibrant atmosphere of the city.

The morning after breakfast, we will transfer you to the international airport for your flight to Lhasa. This flight is renowned for being one of the most spectacular trans-Himalayan journeys. The duration of the flight from Kathmandu to Gonggar Airport in Lhasa is approximately one hour and ten minutes. Upon your arrival in Lhasa, our guide will be waiting to greet you at the airport and will escort you to your hotel located in the city center.

• Gonggar airport to Lhasa city: 65 km | 1 hr.
• Altitude of Lhasa: 3,650 m. | 11,972 ft.

Full-day sightseeing tour in Lhasa. Today, you will visit the Potala Palace, which is the winter residence of the Dalai Lama (outside circuit only); Sera Monastery—one of Tibet's most important monasteries located in the northern corner of the city; and finally, Jokhang Temple and Barkhor Square. Afterward, you'll have the chance to explore the vibrant local markets and taste the traditional Tibetan cuisine. As the day comes to a close, take a moment to enjoy the breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and immerse yourself in the unique culture that defines this ancient city.