China Tibet Kathmandu Everest Overland

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China Tibet Kathmandu Everest Overland
Tibet
Apr 17 - 29, 2027
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John Ward
$3,950
Deposit: $300

About this trip

JOIN OUR China Tibet Kathmandu Everest Overland Group Tour. April 2027.

I don't know where to start with the highlights of our April 2027 group tour. Let's try:

  • Everest Base Camp (Tibet side)

  • Pandas in Chengdu

  • Chongqinq, China's viral cyberpunk city (home to the world's largest drone show)

  • 2 day train journey from China to Tibet through the Himalayas

  • Lhasa, the ancient Tibetan capital

  • Overlanding from Tibet to Kathmandu, Nepal

  • Supporting our partner school in Tibet with new supplies for the kids

Wow. And all just 13 days. This is a SERIOUS trip! Normally when I plan the trip, there is 1, maybe 2, MAIN events. But this thing has about 7! But I know 13 days is long, and not everyone has enough holiday days to make it. So we if you would prefer to cut-out Chengdu (and the lovely Pandas), Chongqing (and the world's biggest drone show), and the train from China to Tiber (the world's highest train journey!), then you can also opt to book just the Lhasa, Tibet road trip to Kathmandu, Nepal via Everest Base Camp too. That's still an epic, epic journey!

Why Join This Trip?

I’ve been to every country on Earth. People always ask me which places surprised me the most or where I'd visit if I could only visit one country? It's always China. Partly of course because Tibet, strictly speaking, is included there! Tibet is always near the top of any travel list. It’s spiritual, remote, breathtaking and unlike anywhere else I’ve ever visited. Combining it with China’s most exciting city, the world’s cutest animal, one of history’s greatest train journeys and a road trip to Everest before finishing in Nepal…

Honestly? It’s one hell of an itinerary. Even if I do say so myself!

That combined with the fact that China is doing it's best to water down Tibet. It's better to go to Tibet NOW than in 5/10 years. God knows what it'll be like then. Take the opportunity now.

Trip Highlights

  • Explore futuristic Chongqing

  • Watch the world’s largest drone show

  • Visit giant pandas in Chengdu

  • Ride the legendary Qinghai-Tibet Railway

  • Spend two days crossing the Tibetan Plateau by train

  • Explore ancient Lhasa

  • Visit the magnificent Potala Palace

  • Support our partner school in Tibet

  • Drive across the Himalayas

  • Visit Everest Base Camp (North Face)

  • Cross overland into Nepal

  • Explore Kathmandu

Is This Trip For You?

If you’re looking for cocktails by the pool… Probably not. Although having said that, we can probably still squeeze that in (the cocktail part is guaranteed!). But If you want one of the most unique overland adventures anywhere in Asia, you’re in exactly the right place.

Also, There’s no 'trekking' don't worry! No fitness required. We do spend time at altitude, but the itinerary is designed to acclimatise gradually before reaching Everest. Bring your camera. And definitely some warm clothes! We’ll take care of the rest.

What about the charity donation?

Thanks to our Mudita Foundation, and THANKS TO YOU FOR JOINING MY TRIPS, we've donated over $300,000USD to grass root NGOs across the developing world. Thank you!

One of the things I love most about running these trips is that they’re about more than simply seeing incredible places.

I’ve been friends with our local Tibetan partners for well over a decade, ever since I first travelled through Tibet with my mum. Over the years we’ve stayed in touch, and one thing they’ve always spoken about is the importance of supporting local communities in a way that’s genuinely useful.

During our journey, we hope to visit a local school and spend some time with the students and teachers. Rather than arriving empty-handed, we’ll work with our local partners beforehand to identify items that would genuinely be helpful. Whether that’s books, school supplies, sports equipment or other essentials. We’d much rather provide what the school actually needs than simply guess. This isn’t intended to be a publicity exercise or a staged photo opportunity. It’s simply an opportunity to meet local people, learn a little more about life in rural Tibet and, hopefully, leave a small positive impact behind.

As our plans develop closer to departure, we’ll share more details with everyone joining the trip, including if there are any optional ways you’d like to contribute.

What about Chinese Visas and Permits for

Getting into Tibet sounds complicated. BUT that’s exactly why you should travel with us.

Most nationalities can now apply for a Chinese eVisa quickly and easily, and we’ll guide you through that process.

Once that’s sorted, we handle all of the Tibet permit paperwork through our long-standing local partners. We’ve been working with the same trusted team in Tibet for over a decade, so you don’t need to worry about navigating the bureaucracy. We know the process, we know the people, and we’ll make getting to Tibet as straightforward and stress-free as possible.

What's included

All Accommodation

12 nights’ accommodation (plus the iconic Tibet sleeper train)

35-hour Qinghai-Tibet Ra

With a bed!

All transport

All transport throughout the itinerary

Tiber travel permit

We manage the whole thing

All sightseeing Tickets

Local guides

Western Guide throughout

Josh, or Johnny, or Both

Donation

Significant donation to our partner school

Breakfasts

(Except on the train)

What's not included

International Flights

The trip starts in either Chongqing, or Lhasa depending if you do both sections. And finished in Kathmandu, Nepal. We offer free advice on international flights too (we love that stuff!)

Insurance

Mandatory folks. We can recommend.

Airport Transfers

We can assist, but with the apps is cheap and easy these days

Tips

We normally tip our local guides $10 per day per person (so another $100 or so for this trip)

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About your organizer

JW
John Ward
Irish blogger @ onestep4ward.com. Every country in the world, 7 summits, North and South Pole. Now helping some crazy friends go to places they probably shouldn't.

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