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From Kathmandu: 8-Day Tibet Tour with Everest Base Camp
Features
- Free cancellation available
- 8d
- Mobile voucher
- Instant confirmation
Overview
- Feel the thrill of standing at the foot of Mount Everest at Base Camp
- Explore the vibrant city of Lhasa and visit the iconic Potala Palace
- Discover the spiritual heart of Tibet at Jokhang Temple and Barkhor Street
- Witness the dramatic monk debates at Sera Monastery in Lhasa
- Enjoy a scenic drive through the Himalayas and visit Yamdrok Lake
Activity location
- Kathmandu
- Kathmandu, Bagmati Province, Nepal
Meeting/Redemption Point
- 7VVX+CF4, Gonggar County, Shannan, Tibet, China, 850614 | We provide shuttle services between Lhasa Airport/Railway Station and city hotels. Upon arrival, our staff will arrange your transfer using: Mini vans/minibuses (for groups) Taxis/public transport (if fewer than 3 people arrive simultaneously) Pro Tip: Book flights/trains close to our scheduled pickup times to minimize wait periods. Drop-off services are also available for departures. Departure time from Lhasa City to Gongga Airport： 06:30 (morning shift 1) 08:00 (morning shift 2) 12:00 (lunch shift) The 70km journey from Gonggar Airport to downtown takes 60 minutes. For departures, arrive at the airport 2 hours early. Train arrivals: We meet you promptly at your scheduled arrival time (no waiting). Unscheduled arrivals: Airport pickup available for an additional fee (contact for pricing).
- Kathmandu, Nepal
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What's included, what's not
- Tibet travel confirmation letter processing service, mailing service within China
- Tickets to attractions listed in the itinerary, Everest eco-friendly car fees
- Special car transport service from Kathmandu to the Tibet border
- Full three-star hotel and local bed and breakfast, including breakfast
- Full travel trolley or bus, intimate and reliable driver service
- Excellent Tibetan English tour guide
- Special lunch and welcome dinner
- Travel personal accident insurance
- Provide on-board medical oxygen for travel in high-altitude areas
- Exquisite Tibetan gifts and maps
- Free shuttle service from airport/train station to hotel
- Transport into Tibet, air tickets or train tickets
- For single tourists who need to live in a separate room, a single room fee will be charged.
- There are some meals that are not included in the quotation for the trip (the tour guide will carefully arrange and recommend your favourite meals, please do it yourself).
- Paid)
Know before you book
- Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs, Smoking
- Not suitable for: People with altitude sickness, People with epilepsy, People with heart problems, People with mobility impairments, People with respiratory issues, Pregnant women, Wheelchair users
What you can expect
7-Day Tibet Adventure: From Kathmandu to Lhasa
Day 1: Kathmandu → Nepal Border
Morning departure from Kathmandu (1,400m)
7-hour scenic drive through Himalayan foothills (130km).
Overnight in Rasuwa Gadi (1,800m) near border
Note: Road conditions are bumpy but offer spectacular mountain views
Day 2: Tibet Entry → Gyirong Valley (2,800m)
Morning border crossing procedures
Meet Tibetan guide and switch to Chinese vehicles
Gentle acclimatisation day in sub-tropical Gyirong Valley:
Cross dramatic iron suspension bridge
Hike through traditional Sherpa villages
Explore lush forests with Himalayan views
Day 3: To Everest Base Camp (5,200m)
Full-day journey (330km) through high plateau:
Stop at turquoise Peiku Tso Lake
Views of 8,027m Shishapangma
Afternoon arrival at Everest North Face Base Camp
Sunset at Kyarala Pass - panoramic view of 4 eight-thousanders
Day 4: Tingri → Shigatse (3,800m)
Morning drive through Tibetan grasslands
Visit Tashilhunpo Monastery:
Seat of Panchen Lama
26m Maitreya Buddha (world's largest gilded bronze)
Ancient scripture printing house
Day 5: To Lhasa (3,650m) via Gyantse
Morning in Gyantse:
Pelkor Chode's 100,000-Buddha Stupa
Unique multi-sect coexistence
Karola Glacier photo stop (roadside glacier)
Yamdrok Lake (4,441m):
20km lakeside drive
Authentic farmhouse lunch
Evening arrival in Lhasa
Day 6: Lhasa Monastery Day
Morning at Drepung (once world's largest monastery)
See monk dormitories & kitchen
Learn about Gelugpa Buddhism
Afternoon at Sera Monastery:
Observe lively philosophical debates
3pm daily debate session (except Sundays)
Day 7: Lhasa Highlights
Morning Potala Palace visit:
365-step climb
Dalai Lama's winter palace
Gold-covered stupas
Afternoon at Jokhang Temple:
Tibet's holiest shrine
Barkhor pilgrimage circuit
Farewell dinner with Tibetan performances
Day 8: Departure
Airport/train station transfer
Recommended flight time: after 10am for altitude adjustment
Location
Activity location
- Kathmandu
- Kathmandu, Bagmati Province, Nepal
Meeting/Redemption Point
- 7VVX+CF4, Gonggar County, Shannan, Tibet, China, 850614 | We provide shuttle services between Lhasa Airport/Railway Station and city hotels. Upon arrival, our staff will arrange your transfer using: Mini vans/minibuses (for groups) Taxis/public transport (if fewer than 3 people arrive simultaneously) Pro Tip: Book flights/trains close to our scheduled pickup times to minimize wait periods. Drop-off services are also available for departures. Departure time from Lhasa City to Gongga Airport： 06:30 (morning shift 1) 08:00 (morning shift 2) 12:00 (lunch shift) The 70km journey from Gonggar Airport to downtown takes 60 minutes. For departures, arrive at the airport 2 hours early. Train arrivals: We meet you promptly at your scheduled arrival time (no waiting). Unscheduled arrivals: Airport pickup available for an additional fee (contact for pricing).
- Kathmandu, Nepal