Tibet Everest Base Camp Tour

Tibet Everest Base Camp Tour
At a Glance
  • Duration8 Days
  • Difficulty Level Moderate
  • Max Altitude 4980 M
  • Group Size Up to 10 Pax
  • Starts Kathmandu Airport
  • Ends Kathmandu Airport

Immerse yourself in an obscure 8 days tour to Lhasa, a city of natural wonders and Everest Base Camp, the world's highest glittering mountain. Deep in the picturesque Himalayan Mountains, Lhasa is a jewel of a terminus. Admire the bewildering sights of the Mountains Makalu, Lhotse, Cho-Oyu, Everest, and Xixapangma and concede the magnificent culture and history of Tibetans during your exploration of Potala Palace, the former residence of the Dalai Lama. Norbulingka Palace is the biggest manmade garden in Tibet which is known as the summer palace of Dalai lama. Drepung Monastery, the "great three"Gelug University Gompas of Lhasa along with sera monastery and Garden Monastery built by Jamyang Choge Tashi Palden. Jokhang temple, the most sacred temple in Nepal and considered the ethereal heart of the city located on Barkhar Street is a major attraction and scrutinizes the world’s highest brewery as well.

Everest Base Camp, the world's highest Mt. Everest (8848m) a thrilling adventure owing to an awe-inspiring panorama of stunning mountains, Glittering lakes, marvelous icefall and eccentric Sherpa culture and lifestyle will undoubtedly set your journey to be exceptional. Mostly Everest Base Camp is the dream destination of many travelers who come across the world to set foot in the most stunning place ever. Standing right behind the world's summit and adjacent to the other Himalayas is the resplendent experience you will get once in a lifetime!!!! The unparalleled beauty and holiness, splendid Buddhist monasteries to fabulous lakes, glorious temples, mountain vistas, rich Tibetan culture, beautiful landscapes, the scenic drive are what the Lhasa to Everest Base Camp Tour is made of.

This tour of Lhasa is the ultimate tour for travelers. Not only the cultural as well historical allurement of Lhasa Gyantse and Shigatse but includes stupefying Everest Base Camp,  too. The trip terminates at the remarkable foot of Mount Everest. No matter which places of Lhasa you visit, there is always a place that can startle you and betide the depot of your soul. 

Itinerary

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    After you arrived in Lhasa, you will be welcomed by our Tibetan Guide. Then, you will be dropped off at your hotel at the time to enjoy the scenery along the drive. Check into the hotel and take some rest and get ready for tomorrow's trip!! Overnight at the hotel.

      The stirring journey begins at Sera monastery one of Tibet's largest monasteries was founded in 1419 by Jamgyang Choge, one of the Tsongkhapa's main disciples. Look at the Buddha statues and amazing murals as well as the spectacular views over the monastery filled with roses. Get to know more about the sera monasteries from the monks. Then, you will be moved towards Norbulingka Palace, the biggest manmade garden in Tibet which is known as the summer palace of Dalai lama. The typical park is worth appreciating the stunning scenery on the highland and admiring the palace buildings over 200 years old. Later on, the last destination of the day is Jokhang temple surrounded by Baekhar Street, the most famous and holiest temple in Tibet. It is the ultimate pilgrimage destination for Tibetans Pilgrims. Explore all around the streets and temple then head to your hotel. Overnight at the hotel.

        Start your day with a visit to Potala Palace, renowned as the world's heritage site built over a palace erected by Songsten Gampo over the red hill, Dzong fortress in the city of Lhasa. Witness a glorious building containing the private quarters of Dalai Lama as well as numerous grand staterooms and many important sanctuaries. Thangka is one of the most Tibetan-style paintings you'll ever see during a visit. After getting more info about the palace head into another monastery, Drepung Monastery, the "great three"Gelug University Gompas of Lhasa along with the sera monastery and Garden Monastery built by Jamgyang Choge Tashi Palden. known as the largest monastery, Deprung in the 20th century with 10,000monks. keep your eyes on the numerous treasures like statues, murals, Buddhist classics. Your tour takes an end and you will drop off at the hotel.

          In the morning, get in a car and start your journey from Lhasa to Shigatse. On the way, visit Gampala Pass (4790 m) and take a glimpse of Yamdrok-Tso (4400m) You will witness a lake surrounded by many snow-capped mountains and in the distance, you can have splendid vistas of Holy Mount Nyenchen Khangsar, (7191m) the highest mountain near Lhasa. Later, enjoy the Korola Glacier on the roadside; At Manak Dam Lake, you can hang a prayer flag at Simila Mountain Pass; Then, you will arrive in Gyantse, historically Tibet's third-largest city (after Lhasa and Shigatse).In Gyantse, visit the famous Pelkor Monastery and Gyantse Kumbum and enjoy the Far view of Gyangtse Fortress. After one and a half driving, we arrive in Shigatse, which is the second-largest city in Tibet. In Shigatse, the last visit will be to the traditional Barley Mill and observe the landscape of the Barley Field (in summer). Overnight at the hotel.

            The destination you will be reaching today is Shegar, the small town where you will be granted eminent glimpses of Mountains all the way. As you reach  Gyatso La Pass, enjoy the scenery and take some pictures to make lifetime memories. Then head for the ultimate destination Shegar, an elevation of 4300 meters. In Shegar, you can hike up to the Shelkar Monastery and up along the ruins of the old fortress. At the top, there is a nice view of the mountains surrounding you, including a view of admiring Everest. The distance from Shigatse to Shegar is 250 kilometers (156 miles). Overnight at Hotel.

              After breakfast, you will leave Shegar and drive south crossing over Pangla la passing 5200m overlooking the majestic Himalaya, and eventually arriving at Rongbuck. Explore Rongbuck monastery with the eye-catching view of Everest. Then, enjoy this opportunity to continue further to Everest base camp (5150m) and explore the barren and dry land but it truly is a tremendous place with spectacular views of high mountains like Cho Oyu (8,201m/26,906ft), Shishapangma (8,013m/26,289ft) and, of course, the mighty Everest (8,848m/29,028ft) also known as Mt. Chomolungma in the Tibetan side. The trail is comparatively challenging with the steep and icy trails with rocky dunes and moraine. On reaching the Everest base camp the glimpse of Khumbu icefall and the sight of soaring Everest make you awe-inspiring for a while for sure. After capturing enough photographs and making thousands of memories head back to Shegar for a night's stay.

                Drive to Kerung by over-crossing the high pass of Lulang La (5,050m) from where one can enjoy the magnificent view of Mt. Xishapagma (8,212m) & Mt. Cho Oyu (8,201m). After then, check in to the hotel.

                  The day when you will return back to Kathmandu with a scenic drive throughout the green lush countryside. Enjoy your last drive in Nepal and leave behind Kerung. Upon reaching you will be dropped off at the hotel.

                  Cost Details

                  Cost Includes
                  • All ground transportation by private vehicle including airport transfers
                  • Airfare from Kathmandu to Lhasa in economic class.
                  • Three-star category hotels with breakfast in Lhasa and Shigatse as per itinerary.
                  • Best available Guest House with breakfast at Xegar, Rongbuk and Kerung.
                  • Tibet Travel permits and Chinese group visa.
                  • Highly experienced English-speaking guide including his salary, foods, accommodation, insurance etc.
                  • Local bus transport from Rumbuk - EBC – Rumbuk
                  • All fees for sightseeing and visits to monasteries as per itinerary
                  • All applicable taxes and service charges
                  Cost Excludes
                  • Food and accommodation in Kathmandu
                  • Lunches and dinners during the tours
                  • Travel Insurance
                  • International airfare other than Kathmandu to Lhasa.
                  • Nepal entry and re-entry visa
                  • Personal shopping, laundry, WiFi internet, unless hotels provide free.
                  • Tips for guide and driver
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