Tibet Tour With Everest Base Camp: Fly In & Drive Out

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8 daysDuration
Private TourPrivate experience, no group joining
20 peopleMaximum group size
2 peopleMinimum to book
5 - 90 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
Easy
Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.

Highlights

Take a trip from Lhasa to Mount Everest Base Camp (Tibetan side)

See the tranquil Yamdrok Lake and the imposing Karola Glacier. Cross high-mountain passes

Explore Lhasa, the capital of Tibet. Visit Drepung & Sera monasteries

Learn more about Tibetan Buddhism and culture

Itinerary

For those drawn to high-altitude wonders and spiritual heritage, the "Tibet Tour With Everest Base Camp: Fly In & Drive Out" offers an eight-day guided exploration through Tibet’s most revered sites. A scenic flight from Kathmandu lands you in Lhasa, where the imposing Potala Palace and bustling Jokhang Temple await. Journey over dramatic mountain passes to Gyantse and Shigatse, visit the sacred Yamadroke Lake, and trek to Everest Base Camp on the Tibetan side—a highlight for both young adults and seniors seeking a blend of adventure and comfort. The tour’s unique selling point is its balanced approach: cultural immersion in ancient monasteries paired with breathtaking Himalayan vistas, all within a well-paced itinerary ideal for those wishing to experience Tibet’s essence without strenuous trekking.

day 1 - Fly from Kathmandu to Lhasa (3,650m)

Take the flight from Kathmandu to Lhasa. Land at Gonngar Airport and drive to Lhasa. The drive from the airport to the city takes around one hour. Check into your hotel on arrival. You are free for the rest of the day.

Accommodation:3 Star Hotel
Meals:Breakfast

day 2 - Discover Lhasa

Visit Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple and Barkhor Bazaar. Also see Drepung and Sera monasteries.

Accommodation: Hotel
Meals:Breakfast

day 3 - Lhasa sightseeing tour continues

Visit Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple and Barkhor Bazaar. Also see Drepung and Sera monasteries.

Accommodation: Hotel
Meals:Breakfast

day 4 - Lhasa – Gyantse (3,950m) –Shigatse

Drive to Gyantse via Yamadroke Lake and the high passes of Kora La (5,010m) and Kamba La (4,794m). See the highlights of Gyantse, including the monasteries of Pholkor and Kumbum. A scenic, 90-minute drive from Gyantse takes you to Shigatse, which is officially known as Xigazê .

Accommodation: Hostel
Meals:Breakfast

day 5 - Shigatse – Xegar (4,200m)

Visit the Panchen Lama’s Tashilhumpu Monastery. Then drive to Xegar, crossing over the Gyatchula Pass (5,200m).

Accommodation: Hotel
Meals:Breakfast

day 6 - Xegar – Ronbuk (4,980m)

Enjoy a scenic, 90km drive to Ronbuk through the beautiful Tibetan countryside. See Ronbuk Monastery, also the highest monastery in the world).

Accommodation: Guest house
Meals:Breakfast

day 7 - Ronbuk – Everest Base Camp – Kerong

Hike up to Everest Base Camp (Tibetan side) early in the morning. Return to your accommodation for breakfast. Drive to Kerong.

Accommodation: Hotel
Meals:Breakfast

day 8 - Kerong – Kathmandu

Today is your last day in Tibet. Drive to the Rasuwagadi border after breakfast. Get done with the necessary border formalities and continue your journey to Kathmandu, where this trip comes to an end.

Meals:Breakfast
 Tibet Tour With Everest Base Camp: Fly In & Drive Out

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What's Included

Accommodation in hotels & guest houses as per the itinerarySightseeing tours carried out by experienced, English speaking Tibetan tour guidesBreakfasts as per the itineraryAirport transfers. Land transport by a van or a busKathmandu to Lhasa airfareEntrance to the monasteriesTibet travel permit and Chinese group visa fees

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My Tibet tour was great, and the information and guidance was excellent.

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Greatest view I've ever seen

The view was great. It was my first time and it was a great experience.

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Can't wait for another trip!

Great trip, full of memorable experiences. Tour guide was great. Can't wait for another trip.

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Amazing

Amazing, 5-star experience with awesome guide and staff members of this awesome tour company. Will come again!

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Aina ThongVerified Traveler
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Heaven on Earth

I with friends had a plan to visit Tibet a long time ago, but had doubts to do it. Luckily we found this tour operator who also manage tour from Kathmandu to Tibet and Everest Base Camp on the Tibetan side This is amazing experience, long trek but we were very happy, all managed well.

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