8-Day Lhasa to Everest Base Camp Tour
8 Days · From $1,999
Embark on a sacred pilgrimage to the world's summit on this 8-day journey from Lhasa to Mount Everest Base Camp, blending magnificent plateau landscapes with profound Tibetan culture.
Itinerary
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Day 1: Arrival in Lhasa
Upon your arrival in Lhasa, your private driver and guide will be ready to assist. Sit back comfortably in the vehicle, leave all trivial matters to your guide, and enjoy a worry-free transfer and hotel check-in.
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Day 2: Lhasa Cultural Exploration
Morning: Visit Norbulingka, stroll through the park with local Tibetans—oxygen-rich plants may help you acclimatize to the plateau faster. Explore one of Tibet's largest Tibetan Buddhist monasteries to learn about Gelugpa teachings. Afternoon: Watch lively monk debates on ancient scriptures at Sera Monastery, a top Gelugpa monastery with thousands of Vajra Buddha statues.
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Day 3: Lhasa - Potala Palace & Barkhor Street
Morning: Visit the Potala Palace, the world's highest palace complex with magnificent architecture and precious relics. Take photos at Potala Palace Square for a panoramic view. Afternoon: Hike to Jokhang Temple, moved by devout pilgrims. Wander Barkhor Street, an ancient Tibetan-style street with unique shops, restaurants, and a strong religious atmosphere.
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Day 4: Lhasa to Shigatse (Yamdrok Yongtso Lake)
After breakfast, head to Yamdrok Yongtso Lake, one of Tibet's three sacred lakes, with jewel-like blue water that changes hues at different times and angles. Enjoy a bird's-eye view of its ribbon-like shape from Gangbala Pass Viewing Platform, admiring the beautiful blend of S307 Highway and the lake.
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Day 5: Shigatse to Mount Everest Base Camp
Morning: Visit Tashilhunpo Monastery, the main temple of successive Panchen Lamas and one of the "Four Great Monasteries" of the Gelugpa sect. Drive about 6.5 hours to Mount Everest Base Camp, with breathtaking views of the Himalayas along the way. Spend an unforgettable night at the "Roof of the World" and admire the sunset over Mount Everest.
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Day 6: Mount Everest Base Camp to Shigatse
Visit Rongbuk Monastery, the world's highest Tibetan Buddhist monastery (about 5,154m above sea level), 8km from the base camp and a perfect spot to view Mount Everest. Take a clockwise prayer walk, experience Tibetan cuisine like butter tea and tsampa, then transfer back to Shigatse.
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Day 7: Shigatse to Lhasa
After breakfast, drive back to Lhasa (about 6 hours). Traverse the Yarlung Zangbo Grand Canyon, enjoying views of plateau lakes, rivers, snow-capped mountains, and traditional Tibetan villages along the way.
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Day 8: Departure from Lhasa
Your guide and driver will transfer you to Lhasa Airport or Railway Station on time to ensure a smooth departure, concluding this unforgettable pilgrimage to Mount Everest.
What's Included
- ✓Costs for a private, air-conditioned business vehicle throughout the tour.
- ✓Services of a private English-speaking tour guide.
- ✓Hotels, entrance fees to scenic spots (first gate tickets), and meals as listed in the itinerary.
- ✓Travel insurance coverage during the tour (details available on the Insurance Policy page).
- ✓Inter-city flights or high-speed train travel.
- ✓24-hour customer service support during the trip.
- ✓Service fees, covering tour planning, handling, operation, and communication costs.
- ✗Chinese Visa fees.
- ✗Round-trip ticket. (We offer Air Ticket Booking Service, if you need it, please let us know.)
- ✗Personal expenses.
- ✗Meals, transportation transfers, and tourist attraction fees not listed in the itinerary.
- ✗Optional activities recommended at scenic spots or other commercial establishments.
- ✗Luggage overweight charges.
- ✗Optional activities provided by the driver or guide.
- ✗Personal Accident Insurance during Travel .
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