Tibet to Nepal Travel Options: by Air or by Car

Tibet and neighboring Nepal are situated on opposite sides of the Himalayas. Many tourists choose to go on touring Nepal after their Tibet trips, because of the geographical proximity and cultural similarity between Tibet and Nepal. Both Tibet and Nepal are deeply influenced by Tibetan Buddhism. In Tibet, there are many magnificent Tibetan Buddhist temples, such as the Likewise, there are also many Buddhist holy places like Swayambhunath in Nepal. For tourists who are keen on Buddhism culture, traveling from Tibet to Nepal can help them gain a deeper understanding of the evolution of Tibetan Buddhism, as well as Nepali Hinduism.

Travel from Tibet to Nepal by Flight: from Lhasa Konggar International Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport

The quickest way to get to Nepal from Tibet is taking a direct flight, operated by Himalaya Airlines, which takes about 1.5 hours, and it’s direct flight. The prices range from 198 USD to 387 USD. As for other non-direct flights, operated by Air China and Sichuan Airlines, you need to spend more than 18 hours, and the prices range from 313 USD to 936 USD. On this flight journey, you are able to have a bird's-eye view of mighty peaks over 8000 meters above sea level, such as Mount Everest, and awe-inspiring Yarlung Zangbo Grand Canyon, one of the deepest canyons in the world.

Travel from Tibet to Nepal by Car

The overland route between Tibet and Nepal goes through the Gyirong Port, via Sino-Nepal highway. Along the road, you will marvel at the wonders of nature. The passing scenery of snow-capped mountains, verdant forest and tranquil canyons won’t make you bored.

Traveling from Tibet to Nepal by Train Is Not Available

The construction of transnational railways from Tibet to Nepal is highly challenging, but one day it will become a reality.

Book a Tibet Trip to Facilitate Your Transportation for Nepal Trip

You can book a 7-Day Lhasa to Kathmandu Overland Tour, which covers many famous attractions such as the Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, Sera Monastery, Drepung Monastery, Lake Yamdrok, Tashilunpo Monastery, Karola Glacier, Everest Base Camp, Rongbuk Monastery and so on. On your last day in Tibet, your guide will escort you to the Gyirong Port, and you will cross the China-Nepal Friendship Bridge in the canyon. If you choose our private car service from the border to Kathmandu, and escort you to the car that will take you to your pre-booked hotel in Kathmandu.

Alternatively, you can book a 13-Day Kailash Pilgrimage - Kyirong - Kathmandu Small Group Tour. During this trip, you will be fascinated by the beauty of the Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, Sera Monastery, Drepung Monastery, Lake Yamdrok, Tashilunpo Monastery, Karola Glacier, Everest Base Camp, Rongbuk Monastery and so on. What makes this trip distinguished is the fact that you can trek around Mount Kailash, visit Driapuk Monastery, and go sightseeing by Lake Manasarovar. The border to Kathmandu transfer service is included in the tour, so we will escort you to the private car that will take you to your pre-booked hotel in Kathmandu.

Conclusion

Currently, visiting Kathmandu, Nepal from Tibet is very convenient, and our travel agency offers free consultant service to help you.