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8 Days Tibet Everest Base Camp Tour

  • CODE: GDT2236
  • Private Tour
  • Duration: 8 - 12 days
  • Price from: Contact
  • Route: China - Lhasa - Shigatse - Tingri

Overview

Set off on an unforgettable 8-day "Tibet Everest Base Camp Tour" designed by Golden Trail Travel, an adventure that promises to be both spiritually enriching and visually spectacular. Your journey begins in Lhasa, the sacred capital of Tibet, where you'll explore iconic landmarks like the majestic Potala Palace, the revered Jokhang Temple, and the bustling Barkhor Street. Immerse yourself in Tibetan Buddhism by visiting ancient monasteries such as Sera and Drepung.

The tour then takes you on a breathtaking scenic drive through the stunning Tibetan plateau, past the turquoise Yamdrok Lake, and to historical cities like Gyantse and Shigatse, home to the impressive Gyantse Kumbum and Tashilhunpo Monastery. The pinnacle of your adventure is the thrilling visit to Mount Everest Base Camp (EBC) on the Tibetan side, offering unparalleled views of the world's highest peak. This tour is a perfect blend of cultural immersion, historical exploration, and a truly epic encounter with the Himalayas.

Trip Map

Highlight

  • Reach Mount Everest Base Camp: Stand in awe before the majestic Mount Everest, the world's highest peak, from the Tibetan side.
  • Explore Lhasa's Spiritual Treasures: Discover the iconic Potala Palace, sacred Jokhang Temple, and the vibrant Barkhor Street.
  • Visit Ancient Monasteries: Immerse yourself in Tibetan Buddhism at Sera, Drepung, Gyantse Kumbum, and Tashilhunpo monasteries.
  • Witness Breathtaking Scenery: Enjoy panoramic views of the Himalayas, including the stunning turquoise waters of Yamdrok Lake.
  • Experience Tibetan Culture: Gain insights into local life, traditions, and the unique high-altitude environment.

Service

HOTELS
Economy 2*+ Hotels
Superior 3* Hotels
First Class 4* Hotels
Deluxe 5* Hotels
Luxury 5*++ Hotels

Notes:
*All prices are based on per adult, in Double/Twin sharing
Surcharge will be applied for single traveler or single room request

Important Notes:
HOTELS, PROGRAMS & SCHEDULES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE

GUIDE/LEADER:
English speaking guide. French , Germany , Spanish, Italian, Russian  speaking guide can be arranged with on request.

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Itinerary

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Day 1: Arrival Lhasa
Be transferred to the hotelMeals: No mealsRecommended Hotel: In LhasaTips: Lhasa Gonggar Airport (altitude: 3600m) - Lhasa downtown: 100km, 1.5 hours drivingArrival at Lhasa (3600m), capital of the Tibetan Autonomous Region. Your Lhasa tour guide will wait for you at the airport and help you to transfer to the hotel.
Day 2: Lhasa
Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, Barkor StreetMeals: Breakfast, LunchRecommended Hotel: In LhasaTaking a visit to Lhasa, a trip to Potala Palace (1 hours) - largest monastery of its type in the world and official home to Dalai Lama. When finished lunch, move to Jokhang Monastery (1 hour) - where monks receive their official training and education. The surrounding Jokang Monastery of is Barkhor Street (1 hour) - afford us a window into Tibetan culture and an opportunity to buy colorful ethnic handicrafts rarely seen outside of Tibet. After that, drive back to your hotel and free of the rest time.Details in the itinerary:? When visiting Potala Palace:The visiting time of Potala Palace is limited within 1 hour.The temperature inside the palace is lower than the outside, better to take a jacket even in summer days.It is hard to find a washroom inside, better to release yourself in the washroom at the entrance of the attraction.The mainly visiting areas inside including some halls in Red Palace and White Palace? When visiting Jokhang Monastery:The visiting time of Jokhang Monastery is limited within 1 hour.The platform on the second floor offers a good position to view the Jokhang Monastery square and the Barkhor Street.? When visiting Barkhor Street:Visiting Barkhor Street in clockwise direction.Don’t stroll this street too late at the night because the various alleys may cause you lose the direction.Learn to bargain when purchasing things here.
Day 3: Lhasa
Tibet Museum, Norbulingka, Sera MonasteryMeals: Breakfast, LunchRecommended Hotel: In LhasaAfter breakfast, enjoy your one day city tour today that starts with a visit to Tibet Museum (1 hours) - the first modern museum in Tibet. Drive back to the downtown and have the lunch, then continue your tour to Norbulingka Park (1 hour) - a traditional summer palace and residence starting with the 7th Dalai Lama. After that, pay a visit to Sera Monastery (1.5 hours) - to see a monks debating inside the shady courtyard behind the main temple. After that, drive back to your hotel and free of the rest time.Tips: The starting time of the monks debating in Sera Monastery is around 15:00
Day 4: Lhasa - Gyangtse - Shigatse
Yamdrok Lake, Coach to Gyangtse, Pelkor Chode Monastery, Coach to ShigatseMeals: Breakfast, LunchRecommended Hotel: In ShigatseToday, you will drive to Shigatse in the morning. On the way, you can take a short stop at the pure blue Yamdrok Lake (30 min) - one of the three largest sacred lakes in Tibet. And continue to drive to Gyangtse Pelkor Chode Monastery (4000m)- with its unique structure at the foot of Dzong Hill. Then continue your driving to Shigatse (3836m). When arrival Shigatse downtown, have rest of this day in your hotel.Details in the itinerary:? The best time to visit Yamdrok Lake is between July and September. But if you visit this place in rainy day, you may not see the most beautiful moment of this lake? Lhasa downtown - Yamdrok Lake: 105km, 2 hours drivingYamdrok Lake - Gyangtse Parlkhor Monastery: 155km, 4 hours drivingGyangtse Parlkhor Monastery - Shigatse downtown: 95km, 2.5 hours driving
Day 5: Shigatse - Lhatse - Tingri
Tashilhumpo Monastery, Sakya Monastery, Coach to TingriMeals: Breakfast, LunchRecommended Hotel: In TingriIn the morning, you will enjoy a visiting to famous Tashilhunpo Monastery - one of the six big monasteries in Tibet which is the seat of the Panchen Lama. After that, drive to visit Sakya Monastery - the principal monastery of the Sakyapa Sect of Tibetan Buddhism. And then, continue your driving to Tingri (4300m). You will arrival Tingri around the evening. Stay overnight at Tingri. Even though the hotel is simple, the people are very friendly.Details in the itinerary:? The accommodation in Tingri is simple and crude equipment, may be in a guesthouse standard. No enough warm water to supply when accommodation.? Shigatse downtown - Sakya Monastery: 153, 3.5 hours drivingSakya Monastery - Tingri: 136km, 4 hours driving
Day 6: Tingri - Mt. Everest Base Camp - Shigatse
Base Camp of Mt. Everest, Coach to ShigatseMeals: Breakfast, LunchRecommended Hotel: In ShigatseToday, you will need to get up early, generally between 4 a.m. and 5 a.m. for catching a picture of the sunrise of Mount Everest. After a bout 3.5 hours driving on the bumpy road, you will arrival the Mount Everest Base Camp (5200m)in the morning. Stay for a while to appreciating this holy mountain. And then, drive back to Shigatse. It will be a driving day with about 8.5 hours on the road. Stay overnight at Shigatse.Details in the itinerary:? The accommodation in Tingri is simple and crude equipment? Tingri - Mt. Everest Base Camp: 115, 3.5 hours drivingMt. Everest Base Camp - Shigatse downtown: 340km, 8.5 hours driving
Day 7: Shigatse - Lhasa
Coach to LhasaMeals: Breakfast, LunchRecommended Hotel: In LhasaAfter one night rest, be transferred back to Lhasa in the morning. But this time, you will go another way that drive along Yurlong Tsangpu River. So you will have the chance to enjoy the different view out of the window. Lunch will be served on the way.Tips: Shigatse downtown - Lhasa downtown: 265km, 5 hours driving
Day 8: Departure Lhasa
Be transferred to the airportMeals: BreakfastThe time before transfer to the airport is free on your own arrangement. Bid Lhasa a fond farewell as board the flight or get on the train to your next stop.Tips: Lhasa downtown - Lhasa Gonggar Airport : 100km, 1.5 hours drivingService Ends

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1. What types of tours does Golden Trail Travel offer?

Answer: Golden Trail Travel specializes in offering a wide range of travel packages to Vietnam and other Indochina countries such as Cambodia, Laos, Thailand, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Indonesia, China, and Malaysia. We offer themed tours including Classic Highlights, Cycling, Trekking, Beach Holidays, Luxury Honeymoon, Short Trips, Family, Off The Beaten Track, Multi-Country, Motorbiking, Veteran, Food, Students, Luxury, Golf, Photography, Cooking Class, Bird Watching, Indochina Cruises, Kayaking, Muslim-friendly tours, Offroad 4x4WD, Indochina MICE Travel, Cave Expedition, and Helicopter tours.

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