Accessible Tibet Tours

Our Accessible itineraries are customized specifically for the needs of our guests. Despite infrastructure for accessible tourism, there are still very specific factors to consider when planning your tour. Tours are conducted by our experienced tour guides who are helpful and compassionate, willing to go the extra mile.

Kindly note that is very important for us to know medical about the details of the guest in well advance so we plan and prepare accordingly from every perspective.

Accessible programs includes major cities such as Lhasa, ancient capital of Tibet and home of Dalai Lama. Beside it itinerary includes ancient city of Gyantse, 2nd largest city of Tibet Shigatse and many other cities. Visit Rongbuk Monastery and view the spectacular sight of Everest. Life time experience of overland drive through highest plateau on earth.

Testimonial from Julie Anne Kent, Basanta Tibet client

We would like the opportunity to provide some Feedback on the 11 day Tibet lout we had the absolute pleasure of participating in from the 30/10/18 -  08/11/18

To Say this has been one of the most enjoyable and life changing experiences for us all would be an understatement to the world-class, Personalized and caring service provided to us by Tasty and Dawa. Both of these men have gone for above and beyond what could be expected of them and we will never forget them and the beautiful region of Tibet that has touched our hearts and souls.

We would not hesitate to recommend this tour and Tashi our informative and passionate guide and Dawa our hilarious and helpful driver. It has been an experience that will stay with us our entire lives and we are deeply humbled, honoured and blessed to have shared this time with them. We will miss you both so much, Thank you endlessly

– Julie Anne Kent, Australia

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Sample Itinerary

Day 01: Fly to Gongkar Airport & drive to Lhasa (3600m/11811ft) 65 km, 1hr:

Your Tibetan guide will be waiting to welcome you at Gongkar Airport. After immigration formalities, you will drive for around 45 minutes to reach the old city, Lhasa (3660 meters). After checking in at your hotel, you are advised to take rest, drink plenty of fluids and most importantly let your body get used to Lhasa’s high altitude. During afternoon you can go around the hotel area for light walk and sightseeing. O/N at Hotel in Lhasa (BB)

Day 02: SIghtseeing of Jokhang Temple, Barkhor Market & Sera Monastery:

After breakfast you will be briefed about the program and entertain last minute questions. Then your guide will take you on a tour to Jokhang Temple, Barkhor Market & Sera Monastery respectively.

Jokhang Temple: This temple is a seventh-century geomantic temple at the heart of Lhasa is the most sacred temple of all Tibet. It is considered to be a Power Place in all Tibet. Queen Bhrikuti, a Nepalese princess married to King Songtsen Gampo founded Jokhang Temple and in recognition of Queen Bhrikuti the main gate of the temple faces west towards Nepal.  The most impressive structure of the Jokhang Temple is the many chapels surrounding the temple.

Barkhor Market (Bazaar): The most popular Barkhor Market (Bazaar) is a square where Tibetan handicraft items, Buddhist artifacts, carpets, paintings etc. are all in sale for your delight. At the end of the day your guide will escort you back to your hotel. Lhasa offers variety of Restaurant for both Lunch and Dinners.

Sera Monastery: This monastery is approx. 5km drive away from Lhasa. Sera Monastery was founded in 1419. It sits in the prettiest and most charming atmosphere at the base of Mount Purbuchok. Sera Monastery used to be an important center for learning where in the past approx. 5,000 to 6,000 monks resided. Currently about 550 monks are supposed to be living there. The important structures inside the monastery include Coqen Hall, (the main assembly hall), three Zhacangs (Buddhist colleges) and twenty-nine Khangtsens (monk dormitories).The most intriguing feature here is the nine-meter image of Maitraya which was erected in 1419; here one can also witness the practicing of debate among the monks, who pitch their knowledge against each other. 

After detail visit you will drive to hotel. O/N at Hotel in Lhasa (BB)

Day 03: SIghtseeing of Potala Palace (Kora from outside only):

After breakfast you will be briefed about the day’s program. Then your guide will take you on a tour to majestic Potala palace.

Potala Palace: This Palace is also known as the “winter palace”. The imposing structure of the palace dominates the landscape of Lhasa. It is a 13th storied complex monument rising to a height of above 117m which houses 10,000 shrines and over 200,000 images and about 1000 rooms.As you are guided through the ancient chambers of the palace, you get to see Tibetan art at its best. The Potala Palace has a vast array of intricate Tibetan murals and beautiful statues. You will also get to view the tombs of the eight Dalai Lamas. Due to tourist traffic, only one hour is allowed to visit Potala.

After detail visit you will drive to Hotel. O/N at hotel in Lhasa (BB)

Day 04: Excursion of Shal Village:

After breakfast, you will drive to one of the local village of Tibet, Shal village. This village is located approx 10 km (half an hr drive) east of Lhasa with population with aprox 150 families. Shal is an old Village town and most of the people are farmers or nomads. Village is quite popular for potato and barley farming and now interestingly, they have started involving locals, domestic clients self farming. One can go for an hour hike up the village where a holy mountain is located standing up tall overlooking the village. For those fit people can further climb the mountain, if time permits.  The place offers a breathtaking view of the high mountains, fresh flowing stream and the open green pastures.  The best part of this hike is the opportunity to see the nomad's community, during summer time from May to October when they live in the pastures grazing their cattle.

After detail visit you will drive to hotel. O/N at Hotel in Lhasa (BB)

Day 05: Drive to Shigatse (3,900m/12795ft) via Gyantse (3950m /12956ft), visit Khumbum & Pelkhor Stupa 370km, 6 hrs:

After breakfast, leaving Lhasa and a drive of 370km, taking about 6 hours including break for lunch at one of the villages’ en-route. We will drive over two spectacular high passes – the Kampa La at 4750m and Karo La at 5010m, over, and along the beautiful deep blue green Lake called Yamdrok Lake or Turquoise Lake. The landscape of the Tibetan Plateau is truly unusual and spectacular.  We will arrive in Gyantse an old Tibetan Town against a backdrop of magnificent 14th-15th century fortresses and temples.  Here we will visit Pelkhor Chode Temple & Khumbum respectively.

Do not miss the photo opportunity with beautiful Tibetan mastiff and Yak at the Khambala pass, there is certain fee for the photo.

Pelkor Chöde: This Monastery is located in the northeast of Gyantse at 3900 meters above sea level. Pelkor Chode Monastery, or rather  Palcho Monastery in Tibetan language means "auspicious monastery". It was first built in early 15th century and took 10 years to complete. Because it was built when different religious sectors conflicted neck and neck in Tibet, Sakyapa, Kadampa and Gelukpa of Tibetan Buddhism coexist in it. Each religious sector has five to six "Dratsang" (schools) in the monastery. This Monastery occupies a stunning position in the history of Tibetan Buddhism. It features a mixture of pagoda and monastery, whose architectural style reflects the typical feature of monasteries in between late 13th century and mid 15th century. The most symbolic architecture in the monastery is the Kumbum Stupa, which is composed of nine layers of nearly 77 temple halls with a total of 10,000 Buddha statues in halls, niches and on murals, hence the nickname "Ten Thousand Stupa". Pelkor Chode Monastery is also noted for its distinctive sculptures and murals.

Kumbum: Gyantse Kumbum Chorten was commissioned by a Gyantse prince in 1427 and it is the town’s main attraction. The 35 meters high chorten, with its white layers trimmed with decorative stripes and its crown-like golden dome, is awe-inspiring.The interior is equally impressive. Kumbum means 100,000 images in Tibetan. Indeed, there is what seems to be an endless series of tiny chapels. Each chapel is decorated with wall paintings; some have various statues of Buddhas, Bodhisattvas and deities. Most paintings date to the time of the construction of the stupa.There are nine levels, 108 cells and 75 chapels. At the higher levels you can go out to an outdoor terrace and enjoy an incredible view on the town, monastery and surrounding fort.

After detail visit you will drive to second largest city of Tibet, Shigatse. O/N at hotel in Shigatse (BB).

Day 06: Visit Tashilumpho Monastery & Drive to Shegar (4200m/13776ft) 260km, 5hr:

After breakfast you will be visiting Tashilumphu Monastery. This monastery is one of the largest functioning monasteries in Tibet and there is much to explore within its high surrounding walls. There are about 39 amazing chapels inside including the huge Maitreya Chapel coated with gold; its workmanship certainly impresses everyone.After detailed visit of Shigatse, we will visit the local markets for shopping and local sightseeing. Then travel along the Friendship Highway amidst picturesque landscape driving for approx 5 hrs. Past small town of Lhatse. You will be crossing one of the highest Gyatso la pass (5220m) of the tour.  As the route opens into plains, many monasteries and camps of nomadic herders become visible en route to Shegar. O/N at Hotel in Shegar (BB)

Day 07: Drive to Rongbuk (5100m/16728ft), visit Rongbuk Monastery & enjoy view of Everest & drive to Shegar(4200m/13776ft) 200 km, 4 hrs:

After breakfast, away from Shegar, you will drive to the south crossing Pang La pass at 5150m. Along the drive you can bask in the splendor of majestic views of snow-capped peaks from Makalu to Shishapangma. After driving for approximately 100 km, you eventually reach Rongbuk at 5100m. You can visit Rongbuk Monastery & then view spectacular sight of Mount Everest. After an awesome experience you will be drive back to Shegar for your overnight stay. O/N at Hotel in Shegar(BB)

Note: Offer "Lungta" and prayers flag (printed prayers for the peace and good health/happiness) together with your Tibetan Guide. Offering Lungta in high passes and temple is believed to bring good fortune and long life in Tibetan culture.

Day 08: Drive to Shigatse (3,900m/12795ft), 260km, 5hrs:

After breakfast, you will drive to Shigatse. O/N at hotel in Shigatse(BB).

Day 09: Drive to Lhasa via northern route (3600m/11811ft) 280 km, 5hrs:

After breakfast you will drive to Lhasa via northern route and today you will drive along Yarlung Zangbo river at Chushul which is the confluence of the Kyichu river and will be passing through Nyemo country and Rinbung country. Once you reach Lhasa you will drive to Hotel. O/N at hotel in Lhasa (BB).

Day 10: Drive to airport for final departure, 65km, 1 hr:

After breakfast your guide will drive you to airport for final departure.

Rates

Included

  • Twin sharing accommodation as per the itinerary on bed & breakfast (BB) basis.
  • Well experience guide handling the physically challenged guest.
  • Assistant Guide
  • Transportation as per the itinerary by necessary vehicle.
  • Monastery entrance fee
  • Rongbuk Entry Fee & Everest Conservation Fee
  • Tibet Travel permits.
  • Emergency mineral water in the vehicle.
  • Emergency portable oxygen cylinder in the vehicle.
  • Trip briefing by Tibet expert & entertain question.
  • Trip Information pack.
  • Gift pack (prayer flag or string of flag & paper prayer Lungtha).

Excluded

  • Tibet Visa Fee (Acceptable in US$ cash only as per the Nationality).
  • Airfare: Kathmandu – Lhasa – Kathmandu (Fare as per availability).
  • Any arrangements in Nepal.
  • Travel insurance.
  • Expenses during any rescue operation.
  • Lunch and Dinner
  • Alcoholic beverages & bar bills.
  • All expenses of personal nature, phone calls, laundry etc.
  • Gratuity to staff.
  • Services not mentioned herein.