Tibet Everest Base Camp Tour

Upon arrival at Lhasa Gonggar Airport or the train station, our Tibetan guide will welcome you with a Hada (traditional Tibetan ceremonial scarf) and warm blessings. During the drive to your hotel in downtown Lhasa, you may enjoy views of the Yarlung Tsangpo River (Brahmaputra) and the Lhasa River, the longest and largest rivers in Tibet.

After settling in, take the rest of the day to acclimatize to the high altitude.

Overnight at Hotel.

Today is dedicated to exploring two of Lhasa's most important monasteries. Begin your morning at Drepung Monastery, once home to over 10,000 monks and the largest monastery in Tibet. Walk through the Coqen Hall and learn about Tibetan Buddhist beliefs and key historical figures. Next, visit Loseling College, where you'll get a glimpse into monastic education and the daily lives of monks. 

After lunch, head to Sera Monastery, another of the “great three” Gelug monasteries. Witness the famed monk debates (15:00–17:00, Monday–Saturday), which showcase the unique academic traditions of Tibetan Buddhism.

Overnight at Hotel. Breakfast included.

Begin the day with a visit to the iconic Potala Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and former winter residence of the Dalai Lama. Marvel at the gilded burial stupas of past Dalai Lamas and the meditation cave of the 33rd Tibetan king. Enjoy panoramic views of Lhasa Old Town from the palace. 

Afterward, visit Longwangtan Park, where you can enjoy a different perspective of the Potala Palace and engage in local Tibetan activities. In the afternoon, visit the sacred Jokhang Temple, which houses a revered statue of Buddha Sakyamuni at age 12. Outside the temple, witness pilgrims prostrating. 

Explore Barkhor Street, a bustling market and pilgrimage circuit, where you can walk the kora alongside locals. Conclude the day at a lively Tibetan tea house, savoring sweet tea and learning about local life, and explore Ping’an Courtyard, the oldest residential courtyard in Lhasa, along with the hidden Meru Monastery.

Overnight at Hotel. Breakfast included.

Start the scenic overland journey to Shigatse. Ascend to Gampala Pass (4,794m/15,728ft) for a stunning view of Yamdrok Lake (4,400m/14,436ft), surrounded by snow-capped peaks, including Mount Nyenchen Khangsar (7,191m/23,593ft).

Drive along the lakeshore, visit a local family in a nearby village, and enjoy lunch. Continue past the massive Korola Glacier, with its ice tongue cascading down the mountainside. 

Stop at Simila Mountain Pass, where you can hang prayer flags for peace and health. 

Arrive in Gyantse to explore its historical sites, including the Pelkor Chode Monastery and the unique Gyantse Kumbum, a multi-tiered stupa with intricate chapels. 

Drive through barley fields and farms to reach Shigatse, Tibet’s second-largest city.

Overnight at Hotel. Breakfast included.

After breakfast, drive toward the Mount Everest. Pass through the Gyatsola Pass (5,280m/17,322ft) for your first glimpse of Everest, resembling a budding lotus flower. 

Enter the Mount Everest National Nature Reserve and stop at Gawula Pass (5,198m/17,054ft), which offers panoramic views of the Himalayas, including five of the world's highest peaks. 

Drive along the zigzag road toward Everest Base Camp (5,200m/17,060ft), where Everest’s grandeur becomes increasingly prominent.

Witness the northern face of Everest as it glows golden at sunset and admire the starry sky at night. 

Overnight at Rongbok/EBC Tent Hotel or a nearby village in winter. Breakfast included.

Start the day with a visit to Rongbuk Monastery (5,154m/16,906ft), the world’s highest monastery where monks and nuns live together. 

Drive through the Himalayas toward the Gyirong Valley, witnessing dramatic changes in landscapes—from towering snow peaks to lush forests. Pass by Mt. Shishapangma (8,027m/26,335ft), one of the world’s 14 highest peaks, and the serene Pelku Tso Lake, framed by golden reflections of the surrounding mountains.

As you descend, marvel at cascading waterfalls and deep canyons. 

Overnight at Guesthouse. Breakfast included,

After completing the border formalities at the Nepal-Tibet border, bid farewell to your Tibetan guide and meet your Nepali team. 

Next, cross into Nepal and drive to Kathmandu through rugged terrain and lush green hills. Although the road conditions may be challenging, you'll enjoy breathtaking views of rural landscapes and terraced fields along the way. Breakfast is included.