Lhasa Tour with EBC Trek

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At a Glance
10 Days
Duration
Moderate
Trip Grade
Tibet
Country
5,220m
Maximum Altitude
2 - 10
Group Size
Nyalam
Starts
March - November
Best Time
Overview

Lhasa, literally meaning “Holy Land," is the heart and soul of Tibet and has a history of more than 1,300 years. Offering unique mystery and allure, the Buddhist Kingdom of Tibet has long captured the hearts and minds of the Western world.  The Kathmandu to Tibet Tour covers a vast tract of this ancient land, crossing spectacular passes, through unforgettable landscapes, and heading right into the spiritual heart of the country, Lhasa. In over ten days, the Kathmandu to Lhasa Tour manages to take in a little bit of all the attractions Tibet has to offer.

As an important center, “Lhasa” had administrative power in the 7th century AD, when Songtsen Gampo, a local ruler in the Yarlung Valley, continued the task of unifying Tibet.  On the spot where the Potala is now located, Songtsen Gampo moved his capital to Lhasa and constructed a palace.  The Kathmandu to Lhasa Tour via Everest Base Camp drives over the 'Friendship Highway', along the way stopping at silently enchanting Buddhist monasteries like Sakya, Shalu, Natang, and remote villages untouched by modern civilization.

A generous one night will be spent at Ronbuk, time to take in some unforgettable views of the highest mountain on the planet, Mt. Everest (8,849 m). Further on the road passes through quiet Nyalam, the historical Shigatse and Gyantse, famed for the Gyantse Kumbum. And that's all before the road even comes into Lhasa itself, the spiritual heart of this country. For centuries the home of the Dalai Lama and the target of devout pilgrimages, you could spend happy weeks lost in Lhasa's historical and spiritual treasures. This is convenient as the tour finishes after a day tour of the capital; that’s exactly what you’re free to do. Become one of the lucky few to have experienced first-hand the spiritual energy and sheer beauty of this amazing country.

Our Kathmandu to Lhasa Tour via Everest Base Camp trip consists of two parts. The first leg of the trip begins with excursions in Lhasa, visiting the Potala Palace, Jokhang, Sera, and Drepung Monasteries. Then we drive to Tingri via Gyantse, Shigatse, and Sakya, visiting all the popular monasteries along the way. The second part of the trip will be the Mt. Everest Base Camp Trek from Tingri on the Friendship Highway; it is relatively easy to access. Mt. Everest is "Quomolangma,” which means “The Third Goddess” in Tibetan. The walk is not particularly strenuous—only one low pass must be crossed during the Kathmandu to Lhasa Tour via Everest Base Camp. Near the Everest Base Camp, Rongbuk Monastery has been reconstructed. It is one of the largest monastic complexes in the region. The view from here of the Everest North Face perhaps is the most dramatic of all.

The Mount Everest Base Camp Tour from Tibet is a very comprehensive tour of Tibet with visits to the cultural, historic, and natural attractions of Tibet. Nepal Mother House Treks offers two-week to four-week tours from Kathmandu to Lhasa via Everest Base Camp on a private or group departure basis. If, however, any of our dates are unsuitable for you, we can arrange a private or customized tour to suit your exact requirements and dates. In short, we will make every effort to get you on the tour you want, when you want. The Lhasa Tour via Everest Base Camp is best during June, July, and August. Join us for your entire life experience in Tibet's untrodden holy land.

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Lhasa Tour with EBC Trek Itinerary

We start our tour with an early morning drive through the "Friendship Highway", to Kodari the Nepali border post 5-6 hours drive. After completing immigration and custom formalities drive up hill Tibetan border town to Zhangmu (2,300m). After the formalities we continue our journey through a beautiful gorge to Nyalam crossing the Himalayan range. The Tibetan Guide will meet the Group on arrival at the check post. On the way you will see fantastic view of deep valleys with some overflowing waterfalls. We stay overnight at Nyalam after 4 to 5 hours drive from Nepal border.

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Drive (Approx. 5-6 hours) to Tingri crossing two spectacular passes. Nyalam pass (3,800m) and Lalung La pass (5082m). This drive provides fabulous views of the high mountains including, Mount Everest (8848m) Jugal Himal, Mt. Makalu (8464m) and more. Stay overnight in Lotingri/old Tingri.

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After breakfast we begin the short drive to Rongbuk, where Rongbuk monastery is located. It is the highest monastery in Tibet. Enjoy the unique view of Mt. Everest (Mount Quomolangma) you can have a face to face experience of Mt. Everest, afternoon drive to Base Camp by local bus, walk (16 kms round trip) around base camp, evening time back to Ronbuk. The base camp itself is dry and barren, but the views of Everest more than compensate for this. It is a truly awe inspiring place with the sheer north face of the highest mountain in the world towering above you. Stay overnight in Rongbuk.

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Morning enjoys the sunrise of Mt Everest; we drive down to Lhatse via Xegar. Today we cross the highest pass on our journey, the Gyamtso La (5,220m). From here we descend to the plains, passing lonely monasteries and the camps of nomadic herders, Shortly after leaving Shegar, we turn off the Friendship Highway and head south over the Pang La (5150m) towards the main Himalayan range. The view from the top is incredible with uninterrupted views stretching from Makalu to Shishapangma. Below the pass, Everest initially is hidden from view, but as we turn the corner into the Rongbuk Valley it reappears, more impressive than ever. We stay overnight in Lhatse.

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Today we visit the famous Tashilunpo Monastery, the seat of Panchen Lama until his death in 1989, with its huge Thangka wall which is clearly visible from the north side of the road. In the morning we drive to Sakya (30 Kms) to visit famous Sakya Monastery. This is the ancestral temple of Sakyapa sect of Tibetan Buddhism. It was built in the 6thyear (1073) of the Xining reign of the Song Dynasty (960-1279) by Khon Konchog Gyalpo, the founder of Sakyapa sect of Lamaism. Sakya, meaning "Grey Soil" in Tibetan since the soil surrounding it is gray; it is the central monastery of Sakyapa sect of Tibetan Buddhism. Visit the other Monastery Natang Monastery, in Shigatse. Today, we have longest driving day via Gyatsola Pass 5,220m by crossing Lhatse from where the road to Mt. Kailash bifurcates. We drive approx 6 hours to reach Shigatse for overnight. Stay overnight at Guest House.

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After having breakfast, take time to relax and explore Tibet’s second largest city, Shigatse, including the world famous Tashilumpo Monastery. At the afternoon, we will arrive in Gyantse, a small, historical town along the banks of the Nyang Chu River and home to monastery of Buddha's 1,000 Images. After having lunch we drive to Gyantse where you visit the Khumbum Stupa and Phalkot Monastery. Then we visit Southwestern Lhasa on the northern bank of Nyang Chu River. In the 15th century it served as the capital of a small country. Visit Kumbum Chorten which was built around 1400 AD. It later became the main center for trade with British India. Stay overnight at Guest House.

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Today we reach Lhasa after long drive of approx 8 hours through the ancient villages, yaks, mountains sheep, Crossing the Karo La (5010m) and Kamba La (4794m) pass and Lake Yamdrok Tso and lakes dot our route today, as we cross the famous Brahma-Putra River (Son of Brahma, the creator. Brahma is a Hindu God). You will cross the Yarlung Tsangpo (Brahamaputra) river and see the distant views of the Potala Palace Respectively your final destination awaits-Lhasa for overnight in Lhasa.

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These are your days to explore Lhasa. You will be engaged with sightseeing and excursion of the Potala Palace (A great museum with its proportions and priceless treasures), Jokhang Temple (the holiest of Tibetan shrines, houses two images of the Buddha brought as dowry by Songtsen Gampo's Nepali and Chinese queens) along the bustling street of Barkhor Market. In Lhasa you will also visit Norbu Lingka (the summer palace of the Dalai Lamas), Drepung and Sera Monasteries. Stay overnight at Lhasa.

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Today as per your flight schedule, you will transfer to Gongkar Airport (65 km from Lhasa town) for the onward flight to Kathmandu. With boundless beauty speed below, this is perhaps the most beautiful flight in the world. The flight is 1 hour 30 minutes and is one of the most beautiful flights in the world. On your flight (don't forget to get right side seat) you can see the Yalung Tsangpo River, Lake Yamdruk, Kancenjunga (8,586m), Makalu (8,463m) and Mt. Everest (8,848m/29,021ft).

**Note: Kathmandu to Lhasa flight has not yet resumed, you may use other airports in Mainland China. 

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Included

Lhasa Tour with EBC Trek Cost Details

Includes

  • Airport Pickup and Drop.
  • Tibet Travel Permit, entrance fees.
  • The best available hotel/guest house is available on a BB (bed and breakfast) basis.
  • Twin-sharing hotel accommodation in Lhasa.
  • All land transport in 4-wheel-drive jeeps.
  • Breakfast every day.
  • English-speaking Tibetan Guide and his/her wages, accommodation, and food.
  • All monasteries have entrance fees.

Excludes

  • China Group Visa fees per person (US$ 85.00 for other countries, US$ 155.00 for Canadians, and USA Nationality US$ 175.00).
  • Flight Ticket (Kathmandu-Lhasa/Lhasa-Kathmandu).
  • Lunches & dinners; refreshments; bottled/alcoholic drinks.
  • Any tips (hotels, restaurants, guides, drivers, etc.).
  • Photography charges at monasteries, palaces, and sites.
  • Nepal re-entry visa (multiple entry visas are available).
  • Extras cost for upgrading rooms at hotels if/when applicable.
  • Any cost arising from political disturbances, strikes, cancellation of flights, deviation in program, and delays due to landslides, road blockages, or otherwise.
  • Airfare Lhasa/Kathmandu, Tibet/China visa fee, and urgent visa charge.
  • Things that we don’t mention above in our services (trip cost includes).
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Departure Dates

Except fixed departure date, we have every day departure according to your requirements.

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Essential Information

**Note: The direct flight from Kathmandu to Lhasa has not yet resumed; however, there are connecting flights available via mainland China. The nearest airports in China to Lhasa include Diqing Shangri-La Airport, Xining Caojiabao International Airport, Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport, Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG), and Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport. You can buy a flight ticket according to the airport where are you coming from.