How to get to Tibet from Nepal?

Tibet region of China is the most popular destination in the world. Travellers wanting to go to Tibet often wonder how to get to there from Kathmandu, due to its proximity, is often regard as the gateway to Tibet region of China. Kathmandu and Lhasa is about 1000km distance apart. There are three border points along Nepal and Tibet (China), Khasa, Kerung and Hilsa (Humla). All these three border points are open for the citizens of the two countries as well as tourists for travel.

Kerung and Hilsa are two popular routes to go to Mt. Kailash and Mansarovar. Khasa is other option overland route use to go directly to north base camp of Mt. Everest and Lhasa. Hilsa and Kerung borders are now use by travellers and tourists Kimathanka and Korala are two border points open along Nepal-Tibet (China) border entirely used as trading points between two countries.

It takes 4 working days to get visa from Nepal. Travellers have to get a visa from Nepal even if they already have visa from somewhere else. Travelling to Tibet from Nepal is bit less expensive from other countries.

To travel to Tibet from Nepal,

We will need a copy of your passports to be emailed to us at least 21 days before your departure date. Thereafter, you will need to pass us your passports when you arrive in Nepal – where you will then need to stay in Nepal for a minimum of 5 working days before departing to Tibet.

We are organizing join-in group departure from Nepal to Tibet on every Saturday.

Here are the complete itinerary of Nepal to Tibet Fixed Departure Group Tour

  1. Kathmandu to Tibet Tour 8 days 7 nights without Mt Everest Base Camp
  2. Kathmandu to Lhasa Overland Budget Tour via Mt Everest Base Camp

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Nepal Bhutan Tour

Nepal Bhutan Tour is a combined tour of two smallest Himalayan countries in South Asia: Nepal and Bhutan. Nepal is four times bigger than Bhutan but both countries have more similarities in culture, geography and biodiversity than differences.

Nepal is often regarded as the stepping stone to visit Bhutan due to regular flight connection and good interagency network for pre-visa arrangement for Bhutan.

Daily flights operate between Kathmandu and Paro making it easy for travellers to switch back and forth. In fact the flight time from Kathmandu to Paro is just 1 hr 20 minutes. There is also the option of visiting Bhutan on an overland journey from Nepal but that would require longer duration and multiple border crossings.

Once you immerse in Nepali culture and lifestyle then later it becomes rather easy to settle in Bhutanese cultures. The Buddhist heritage that Nepal is famous for is becomes even more pronounced one you are in Bhutan. The history of Bhutan is connected not just by rich Buddhist tradition but also natural attractions. But then there is a uniqueness of each destination which makes it even more appealing go for Nepal Bhutan tour.

The most popular Nepal Bhutan Tour is the 4 days 3 nights Bhutan Tour Package from Nepal, includes Flights and Visa. Click Here for itinerary and price.

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Which route should be taken for Everest high pass trek

Before starting Everest high pass trek, everybody have one questions in their mind: Which route should be taken for Everest high pass trek?

There are two different routes to Everest high pass trek: clockwise and anticlockwise. The clockwise route go via Namche, Thamo, Thame, Lumde, Renjo la pass, Gokyo lake, Gokyo Ri, Dragnag, Cho La passk, Dzong La, Thukla, Lobuche, Everest Base Camp, Kalapathar, Kongma La pass, Chukkung, Dingboche, Thyangboche, Namche and Lukla.

For the anticlockwise route, the trail follows Lukla, Namche, Thyangboche, Dingboche, Chukkung, Chukkung Ri, Kongma La pass, Lobuche, Everest Base Camp, Kalapathar, Thukla, Dzong La, Cho La pass, Drangnag, Gokyo Lake, Gokyo Ri,Renjo La pass, Lumde,Thame, Thamo, Namche and Lukla.

On the clockwise route cross you will come upon Renjo La pass in three days from Namche, which may be too soon for some to acclimatize to. Whereas if you go anticlockwise there is time to acclimatize since you will have the chance to climb peaks.

The other benefit of anticlockwise route is that you can still carry on with your trek to completion even if you fail to cross the pass. In contrast in respect to clockwise route, you will compulsorily have to cross the pass if you are to continue the trek.

Despite the differences, both clockwise and anticlockwise routes need equal amount of time and budget.

Feel free to contact us if you are still indecisive or confuse over which route to choose.

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Upper Mustang Trek | Upper Mustang Jeep tour

Upper Mustang trek is one of the most coveted trekking trail that takes you to the kingdom of Lo-manthang, which is culturally and socially linked with Tibet.

Upper Mustang is a controlled tourism area located along Nepal-Tibet border. Upper Mustang trek itinerary allows you to explore two beautiful valleys: Manang and Mustang. Both these valleys are known for their rugged geographical features and unique biodiversity.

You will visit ancient Luri Gumba, the palace of Lo Manthang, exquisite Choser cave where Milarepa is said to havemeditated.  The latter part of the trekking follows Mustang trekking route along the famous Kaligandaki River Gorge which is the deepest gorge in the world between Annapurna and Dhaulagiri .

You will visit Muktinath Temple, Kagbeni Village and Jomsom which is the hometown of Thakali traders. Along the Upper Mustang trek you will learn about Tibetan Buddhism and their Cultures, visit ancient monasteries and see the geographical and ecological diversity. Tiji Festival is one of the most famous festival observed in Upper Mustang.

Only group trekkers are allowed in Upper Mustang and trekkers are required to obtain special permits from the Nepalese government. The best time to do Upper Mustang trek is the period between February and November.

We are offering the following Mustang packages:

  1. Upper Mustang Trek 12 days 11 nights
  2. Mustang Tour Package from Pokhara | 3 days 2 nights with Jeep

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Trip to Nepal Tibet and Bhutan

Nepal and Tibet have 1400km of open Himalayan border. Bhutan and Tibet is separated by 470km of closed border. Bhutan is about 600km east of Nepal but these three countries are connected by deep Buddhist faith. Thousands of years of shared cultural, ethnic and lingual history. To uncover these secrets, a Trip to Nepal Tibet and Bhutan or Tours to Nepal Tibet and Bhutan is a must.

Travellers visiting Nepal can easily visit both Tibet and Bhutan. Overland trips from Nepal to Tibet and vice versa are frequent and so is both way flights between Kathmandu international airport and Lhasa. Daily flights also operate between Kathmandu and Paro however direct travel between Bhutan and Tibet does not exist. Which makes Nepal the viable transit point for travels to both Tibet and Bhutan.

Trip to Nepal Tibet and Bhutan attempts to combine. The most important features of each destination: Kathmandu Valley tours in Nepal, visit to Mt. Kailash/Mansarovar, Lhasa and north base camp of Mt. Everest in Tibet, Buddhist cultural tours in Bhutan. You can further optimize both the itinerary and duration of the trip to Nepal, Tibet and Bhutan. To suit your interests and budget. We also facilitate your visa and necessary permits including regional travel arrangements by coordinating with our local contacts in Tibet and Bhutan.

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Chitwan National Park Tour package from Pokhara

Once you have experienced adventure in Pokhara, you can visit Chitwan National Park for more relaxing time. Chitwan National Park Tour package from Pokhara has many attractions the chief being the journey itself. Chitwan is a UNESCO world heritage site and is home to endangered one horned rhino, Asian elephant, Bengal tiger and over 600 bird species.

How to travel to Chitwan National Park from Pokhara?

Chitwan is the best destination after Pokhara. It is located at the center of Nepal, accessible from all major cities of Nepal. The journey from Pokhara to Chitwan National park can be done overland or by flight. It is best recommended to take a tourist bus at 7.30 from Pokhara and you will reach Chitwan in 6 hrs easily. While for those who want to avoid longer road journey, you can take 25 minutes direct flight from Pokhara to Chitwan.

Chitwan is an affordable destination for all types of tourists. Both cheap and luxury accommodation facilities are available in Chitwan. Normally tourists can spend 3 to 5 days in Chitwan. Hotel rates per night start from US$10 go up to US$300 while one lunch serving will cost from US$1 to US$50.

The jungle safari experience for tourists is not to be missed when in Chitwan National Park. Your Nepal visit will be incomplete until you visit Chitwan.

Eyes on Nepal is offering following tour packages in Chitwan National Park.

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Chitwan National Park Tour package from Lumbini

Which is the nearest and popular tourist destination from Lumbini? Due to easy road access and affordable services, Chitwan is the one. Chitwan National Park Tour package from Lumbini is designed to offer you a memorable exploration of Chitwan National Park right after completing pilgrimage tour of Lumbini. You can go to Chitwan to enjoy sunbathing, boating, jungle safari and witness live wild animals. Chitwan is a quieter place to relax on a low budget. There are professional natural guides to guide you in all jungle activities, be it bird watching, elephant safari, crocodile breeding center etc.

How to travel to Chitwan National park from Lumbini?

How to travel to Chitwan National park from Lumbini? You can go from Lumbini to Chitwan National Park on private car, tourist bus or local bus depending upon your budget and interests. Local bus usually takes 1 hr from Lumbini to Bhairahawa and then another 30 minutes to reach Butwal. From Butwal you can climb on any local bus to Narayanghat and from there to Sauraha. Travelling in local bus is a challenging experience as you will travel with local people.

Normally tourists can spend 3 to 5 days in Chitwan. Hotel rates per night start from US$10 go up to US$300 while one lunch serving will cost from US$1 to US$50. But the overall experience of wild safari and jungle activities for all tourists is the same.

Chitwan National Park is a god gifted natural treasure. You shouldn’t miss the opportunity to visit this natural wonder of the earth. Your Nepal visit will be incomplete until you visit Chitwan. Other touristic places such as Pokhara, Kathmandu, are well connected with Chitwan by flight and road. 

Eyes on Nepal is offering following tour packages in Chitwan National Park.

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Chitwan National Park Tour Packages

Chitwan National Park Tour Package offer a great way to experience Chitwan National Park, a world heritage site. There are varieties of jungle activities you can get involved in depending on your budget and time. Jungle Safari tour in Nepal is mostly focused in Chitwan National Park which is home to one horned rhinos and Bengal tigers.

Among Chitwan National Park Tour packages, Chitwan National Park elephant tour is a jungle tour conducted on the back of an elephant. Other popular activities include Chitwan National Park jeep tours and Chitwan National park walking tours. Chitwan National Park activities are not limited within the national park as you can also observe Tharu villages, buffer zone area and sunset views from the bank of Rapti River.

Chitwan National Park tourism is magnet for both nature and culture lovers. Chitwan National Park day tours, 4 days 3 nights Chitwan National Park tour, 3 days 2 nights Chitwan National Park tour, 2 days 1 nights Chitwan National Park tour and Chitwan national park jeep tours are our most selling Chitwan National Park tour packages.

Here are the list of famous Chitwan National Park tour packages Eyes On Nepal offering.

  1. Chitwan National Park Tour 3 days 2 nights
  2. Chitwan Day Tour

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Short Treks around Pokhara

Pokhara is a very popular tourist destination in Nepal, famous for its beautiful lakes, green hills, and snow-capped mountains. It offers many adventurous activities such as trekking, rafting, hiking, paragliding, bungee jumping, and ziplining. However, trekking is the most popular activity from Pokhara, with tourists able to choose from long or short treks depending on their preferences, time availability, and budget. Short treks around Pokhara are especially popular among tourists who have limited time but still want to experience trekking in Nepal. Famous trekking destinations such as Sarangkot, Poonhill, Ghandruk, Australian Camp, Panchase, and Pothana offer short treks from Pokhara, with good accommodation and dining options easily available in these areas. Trekkers love the hospitality offered by the locals during their stay in these lodges, which encourages them to come back again for longer treks in the Annapurna region. These short hikes from Pokhara last up to three days and do not go higher than 3500m. Pokhara to Sarangkot, Pokhara to Australian camp, Pokhara to Siklesh are some of the popular short treks near Pokhara.

Short trekking routes from Pokhara

There are several popular short trekking routes in Pokhara, including Dhampus to Australian camp, Phewa Lake side to Sarangkot, Pokhara to Pumdikot and Kande to Australian camp. These routes offer amazing views of snow-capped mountains, the Pokhara valley, and typical beautiful villages in this region. If you have extra time in Pokhara or interested in multi-day treks in this famous Annapurna region then Poon Hill, Ghandruk, and Panchase villages are the most famous treks from Pokhara. These are considered “entry-level treks” in terms of difficulty.

Below is a list some of the famous short treks by Eyes on Nepal Tours & Treks, check them out below:

  1. Poon Hill Trek 3 days 2 nights
  2. Mohare Danda Trek
  3. Khopra Danda Trek
  4. Gurung Hill Trek
  5. Ghorepani Poonhill Trek 4 days 3 nights
  6. Dhampus Trek
  7. Australian Camp Trek
  8. Panchase Trek
  9. Ghandruk Trek
  10. Annapurna Base Camp Trek
  11. Mardi Himal Trek 6 days

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Bhutan tours from Nepal

Best Tour Nepal operates direct Bhutan tours from Nepal. Nepal is often regarded as an entrance to Bhutan because of the proximity between two countries. Separated by just 100km from border to border, the two countries share similar culture, geography and biodiversity.  

Bhutan is open for tourists and is connected to the world both virtually and physically. There are two options to reach Bhutan from Nepal. The first one is by flying directly from Kathmandu to Paro which takes about 1 hr 20 minutes. Dragon Airlines operates daily flight between two cities.

Alternatively you can make an overland tour on a private jeep. The overland route starts from Kakadbhitta from Nepal and goes through Siligrui of India and enters Bhutan from Phutsoling. This takes almost 15 hrs drive.

The two way airfare from Kathmandu to Paro is about US$500. The tour cost including flights, accommodation and guide per day is US$250. You will have to pay an extra US$50 as visa fees.

Bhutan tours extend from as little as 3days to two weeks. The features of Bhutan tour includes sightseeing Paro and Thimphu, visiting world heritage sites, museums and monasteries and trekking.

Travelling to the kingdom of Bhutan is regarded as once in a lifetime experience. Visiting this country of happiness is one sure way to make ourselves happy.

Currently we are running following Bhutan tours from Nepal

Nepal Bhutan tour 5 days 4 nights

Bhutan Bumthang cultural tour 8 days 7 nights

Nepal Bhutan cultural tour 5 days 4 nights

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