Discover the Spiritual Heart of the Himalayas Are you looking for a spiritual getaway but short on time? Our Lhasa Center Tibet Tour is designed to take you directly into the pulse of Tibetan culture. By flying from Kathmandu, you skip days of rough roads and land directly in the "City of Gods."
From the moment you step off the plane, you are surrounded by history. You'll walk the corridors of the towering Potala Palace, join the local pilgrims on the Barkhor Circuit, and witness the famous debating monks at Sera Monastery. With Encounters Nepal, every detail of your 2026 journey—from the complex Tibet Travel Permit to the trans-Himalayan flight tickets—is handled with expert care.
Important Notice: Tibet Travel Requirements
For travelers planning to travel to Tibet from Kathmandu, a Mandatory Tibet Travel Permit and China Group Visa are necessary. Processing in Kathmandu takes a minimum of seven working days for American and international travelers.
Requirements for Application:
Bank Statement: A required online bank statement from three months - one day before application showing a minimum balance of at least $1,600 for the most recent balance .
Photograph: Recent passport size photograph with white background Digital.
Personal Details: Accurate information that exactly matches what you gave when you registered.
Visa regulations, group minimums, nationality combinations, and entry/exit border points (e.g. Lhasa, Chengdu, flights or overland routes) vary by nationality and are subject to frequent change. Get first hand updates from us directly before you book your flights.
Day 01: Trans-Himalayan Flight (KTM to LXA). Arrive at Gonggar Airport; scenic drive to Lhasa. Rest & Acclimatize.
Day 02: The Icons of Lhasa. Visit the majestic Potala Palace and the sacred Jokhang Temple. Walk the Barkhor Bazaar.
Day 03: Monasteries & Traditions. Explore Drepung Monastery (once the world’s largest) and the summer palace of Norbulingka.
Day 04: Spirituality in Motion. Visit Sera Monastery to see the lively monk debates and the Ani Sangkhung Nunnery.
Day 05: Farewell to the Roof of the World. Transfer to the airport for your return flight to Kathmandu.