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You’ll start in Kathmandu; a visa for Tibet is handled on Day 2.
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Scenic flight to Lhasa
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Two days in Lhasa give time to see Potala Palace and Jokhang Temple; charging costs extra in guesthouses.
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Drive to Shigatse on Day 6; roads can be slow, so expect a long day.
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Stop at Natang and Sakya Monastery; tea houses nearby serve simple noodles and butter tea.
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Overnight at Rongbuk, visit the world’s highest monastery
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Visit Everest Base Camp at 5,200 meters
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Drive through Nyalam before crossing back into Nepal
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Return to Kathmandu by road
Tibet Everest Base Camp Tour
- DestinationTibet
- Duration11 days
- GradeModerate
- ActivitiesTour
- AccommodationHotel | Camp
- Max. Elevation5250m.
- Group SizeMin. 1 Pax
- VehicleFlight | Private Vehicle
- MealsBreakfast Lunch & Dinner (BLD)
- Best SeasonAll Seasons
Highlights
Trip Overview
Tibet Everest Base Camp Tour Experience
Tibet Everest Base Camp Tour – who wouldn’t want to be a part of this adventurous journey? It is a beautiful tour that takes you to the north Everest Base Camp in Tibet and showers you with the lust of mountains, glaciers and Tibetan plateaus in abundance. Everest Base Camp can be reached in two ways: one from the Lukla airport in Nepal and another from the capital city of Tibet, Lhasa. Everest Base Camp Trek in Nepal is a trekking journey, whereas the Tibet Everest Base Camp Tour is an overland tour.
Your main challenge in this tour can be fighting the rising elevation. If you sustain the rising elevation, then you can get right there, on the Everest Base Camp, which is also popularly known as the roof of the world.
Tibet Everest Base Camp Tour combines the fascinating beauty of mountains and plateaus with the historical and cultural fantasies in Tibet. Lhasa city is one of the major attractions. The literal meaning of Lhasa is the place of gods, and as its name depicts, it is a museum to all the historic temples, palaces and monasteries in Tibet. Potala Palace, Sera monastery, Drepung monastery, Jhokhang temple, and Norbulingka palace are some of the must-visit places in Lhasa.
Tibet Everest Base Camp Tour offers an opportunity to visit these places and appreciate the art and architecture manifested in these palaces and monasteries. A sightseeing tour in Lhasa can also be an opportunity to get some insights into the Tibetan Buddhist culture. A visit to Sera and Drepung monasteries can help you interact with the monks and enlighten yourself with the practice and preaching of the Buddhist religion.
Description of the Tibet Everest Base Camp Tour
Tibet Everest Base Camp Tour starts with a sightseeing tour to the UNESCO-listed heritage sites in Kathmandu. The sightseeing tour is followed by a wonderful flight to Lhasa. Upon arrival, you will be escorted to different sightseeing places in Lhasa, which include Norbulingka palace, Sera monastery, Drepung monastery, Potala palace, Jhokang temple and many others.
After the sightseeing tour in Lhasa, you will be headed to Shigatse in a land cruiser. You will be blessed with the striking views of the Tsangpo River and the Yamdok Tso lake. As you reach the Karo La, you will be showered with incredible views of snow-capped mountains and glaciers. The drive is followed by a visit to the Natang and Sakya monastery and then to the Rongbuk valley. You can either walk or drive to Everest Base Camp. at the base camp, you will be blessed with the pinnacles of mountains and Tibetan plateaus from so close. Tibet Everest Base Camp Tour ends with a drive back to Kathmandu via Nyalam from the base camp.
Outline Itinerary
- Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu
- Day 02: Obtain a Chinese visa and sightseeing tour in Kathmandu
- Day 03: Fly to Lhasa (3,656 m / 11,995 ft) | Duration: 1.5 hours
- Day 04: Sightseeing Tour in Lhasa
- Day 05: Sightseeing Tour in Lhasa
- Day 06: Drive to Shigatse (3,850 m / 12,631 ft) | Distance: 250 km (155 miles) | Duration: 5-6 hours
- Day 07: Drive to Tingri (4,348 m / 14,265 ft) | visit Natang and Sakya Monastery | Distance: 280 km (173 miles) | Duration: 6-7 hours
- Day 08: Drive to Rongbuk (5,000 m / 16,404 ft) | Distance: 100 km (62 miles) | Duration: 2-3 hours
- Day 09: Explore Everest Base Camp (5,250 m / 17,224 ft) and then drive to Nyalam (3,750 m / 12,303 ft) | Distance: 200 km (124 miles) | Duration: 6-7 hours
- Day 10: Drive to Kathmandu (1,355 m / 4,446 ft) | Distance: 160 km (99 miles) | Duration: 6-7 hours
- Day 11: Farewell
Trip Itinerary
Welcome to Nepal! A representative from Nepal Intrepid Treks will pick you up at the airport and escort you to the hotel for check in. Overnight at a hotel in Kathmandu.
Included/Excluded
- All the ground transports including airport transfers
- Accommodation in Kathmandu will be at a three star hotel inclusive of breakfast
- Round trip from Kathmandu – Lhasa – Kathmandu (overland drive)
- Permit fees to travel to Tibet
- Accommodation in Lhasa and Shigatse will be at a three star hotel which is inclusive of breakfast
- Accommodation at Rongbuk which is inclusive of breakfast
- All entry tickets and fees during sightseeing tour in Lhasa
- Highly experienced guide and porter
- Other application taxes and service charges
- Chinese visa fees
- Lunch and dinners throughout the journey
- Personal expenses like internet, telephones, laundry, etc
- Nepal entry and exit fees
- Tips for guides and porters, though not mandatory
- Meals not included in itinerary
Dates & Prices
This 11-days Tibet Everest Base Camp Tour begins and ends in , offering a memorable journey of adventure and discovery.
We arrange private trips for individuals or groups of any size, customized for a personal and flexible experience.
General Faqs
Yes, you’ll need a Chinese visa and a Tibet Travel Permit. Your tour operator usually arranges the permit, but confirm this before booking.
Traveller Review
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I was amazed by the monasteries we visited; the entire region was fantastic. The ancient villages perched on the hills surprised us with their unique history and architecture. The variety of colorful paintings and decorations left a lasting impression.
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My guide and porter were extremely helpful and friendly throughout the trek, making the journey safe and enjoyable.
Special thanks to Lal Gurung, Managing Director of Nepal Intrepid Treks, for organizing everything so well. His team made sure everything went smoothly from start to finish.
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Man, this trek was absolutely amazing! I never imagined the Everest Base Camp Trek could be so luxurious and successful. It completely exceeded my expectations.
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The helicopter ride with the stunning views from the top was something I will never forget. Having breakfast at the Everest View Hotel while admiring the world’s highest peak is truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
The people along the way, the warm hospitality, and the diverse culture of the Himalayas were the top highlights for me. I felt deeply connected to the place and its spirit.
Thank you so much to the entire Nepal Intrepid Treks team. Highly recommended for anyone dreaming of the Everest trek with a touch of luxury and personalized care.
Manaslu Circuit Trek – The Closest Mountain Experience
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