Detail Itinerary:
 
DAY 01 ARRIVAL IN LHASA 
 
Once you arrive at Gonggar airport, an easy one hour will take you to your hotel. The remainder of the 
day can be spent relaxing and exploring some of the many sights in Lhasa.
 
DAY 02 LHASA

Visit of “Jokhang Temple”. This temple is the most revered shrine in all of Tibet and is constantly bustling 
with devout worshippers. We will also be given the opportunity to shop in “Barkor”, the crowded central 
market of Lhasa. In the afternoon we will visit “Sera Monastery”, a fifteenth century sprawl of golden roofs 
and whitewashed walls. This well preserved monastery is located just a few miles North of Lhasa and is 
home to several hundred monks.
 
DAY 03 LHASA

A trip to Tibet would not be complete without experiencing the vital “Potala Palace”. This palace is Lhasa's 
cardinal landmark and is a wonder of Eastern architecture. Your first site of this massive structure will be a 
magical moment remembered for years to come. It has been a palace since the fifth or sixth century and 
was once home to the Dalai Lama. This truly amazing day will end with a visit to the “Drepung Monastery”, 
Once the world's largest monastery, housing 10,000 monks, “Drepung Monastery” lies hidden in rocky 
ridges just beyond the city. Surprisingly much of the building was been left untouched throughout the 
years.
 
DAY 04 LHASA

This last day in Lhasa will be free for leisure, exploration, and relaxation. Many choose to explore Lhasa 
further, revisit their favorite monastery, tour additional monasteries, or simply relax around Lhasa. There 
are many wonderful cafes and shops throughout Lhasa. This is the last chance for acclimatization before 
we depart so once again so we recommend you take it easy. 
 
DAY 05 DRIVE LHASA - GYANTSE [3950m] 261 km

Today we begin our overland journey. One of the first sites we will see while traveling along the majestic 
Friendship Highway is the “Khamba La Pass”. The breathtaking view at “Khamba La” allows one to see all 
the way to the summit of “Nazin Kang Sa”, turquoise colored “Yamdrok Lake”. While continuing westward 
we will travel over the “Karo La”, a high pass surrounded by stupendous glaciers. The rest of the day will 
be spent enjoying the many magnificent valleys and exquisite Tibetan villages we will pass through. The 
day will end in the historical city of “Gyantse” where we will spend the night in a hotel.

 
DAY 06 DRIVE GYANTSE [3950m] - SHIGATSE [3900m] 90km

Visit “Gyantse Dzong”. This fort dates back to the fourteenth century and offers some of the most 
amazing views of “Gyantse” and the surrounding valley. Before leaving we will also visit the 
famed “Gyantse Kumbum”. This magnificent tiered structure is the largest Stupa in all of Tibet. If the 
exquisite gold dome is not enough, this Stupa is packed with Tibetan sculptures and paintings. 
The drive today will takes us to the second largest city in Tibet “Shigatse” which provides excellent 
opportunity for both relaxation and exploration. As a group we will explore the local market and 
the “Tahilhumpo Monastery”, one of the largest functioning monasteries in Tibet. It is a great pleasure to 
spend some time exploring the busy cobbled lanes twisting around these ancient buildings. 
Overnight in Wutse or Mansarovar Hotel
 
DAY 07 DRIVE SHIGATSE [3900m] - SHEGAR [NEW TINGRI] [4050m] 244km

The views of this desert plateau will provide some of the most spectacular landscape in Tibet. After 
passing through the small town of “Lhatse” we will cross “Gyatmso La”, the highest pass on our journey. 
The land quickly descends to plains after “Gyatmso La” where we will see many nomadic herders, quiet 
countryside, and monasteries. 
Overnight in Hotel Quomolongma in “Shegar”.
 
DAY 08 DRIVE SHEGAR [4050m] - RONGBUK [5000m] 68km

Today, Our four wheel drive vehicles will takes us South towards the main Himalayan range while passing 
over “Pang La” from where we will enjoy stunning views over “Shishapangma”. In the afternoon we will 
descend into the “Rongbuk valley” and Everest will jump quickly into view. This is your first chance to catch 
a glimpse of this awe-inspiring mountain. 
Overnight at the Gompa Guest House.
 
DAY 09 DRIVE RONGBUK [5000m] - TINGRI [4390m] 65km

This morning is the highlight of the trip heading to “Everest Base Camp”, we will take a horse carriage to 
cover this 8 km distance to reach the “Everest Base Camp”. The view of Mount Everest from such a short 
distance makes the mountain appear even more impressive. It is a truly breath taking experience to 
stare up at the sheer North face of this highest mountain in the world. Mount Everest towers above you in 
a looming yet magical way. 
After Lunch we will get back on the Friendship highway and continue our journey. 
Overnight at Snow Leopard Lodge in Old Tingri.
 
DAY 10 DRIVE TINGRI [4390m] - ZHANGMU [2300m] 181km

We will leave “Tingri”and cross the “|Lalung La” and the “Shung La” from where we wil  have breathtaking 
views over “Shishpangma”, “Cho Oyu”, “Gauri Shankar”. 
In the afternoon we begin descending from the arid Tibetan plateau to the small town of “Zhangmu” which 
is much lower in elevation which makes it greener than the nature we experienced so far. 
Overnight in The “Zhangmu” Friendship Hotel which provides great rooms to relax.
 
DAY 11 DRIVE ZHANGMU [2300m] - KODARI - KATHMANDU [1400m] 123km

We will leave “Zhangmu” in the morning and head to the Nepalese border. The Friendship Bridge lies at 
the Border of China and Nepal and is only a few kilometers from Zhangmu. It spans the 
impressive “Bhote Koshi River”. Sadly we must say goodbye to our Tibetan guide and driver at this point. 
Our Nepalese staff will meet you at the immigration Control in “Kodari” and help with all the reentry 
formalities. The city of Kathmandu, our end destination, lies only five hours to the south. 

*This program is subject to change by replacing two Jeep sightseeing days by two hiking days.


Price per person on a double room basis:

US 3392

Including: 

Accommodation in 4* hotels in Lhasa and the best available in the other cities on a full board basis
All transportation and professional tour guide 
Nepal side border pick up 
International Air Ticket with Gulf Air and Air China Limited

Excluding:

Visa Fees
Insurance fees
Drinks during the meals
All kind of tips
Personal Expenses 


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