Nepal to Tibet via Everest Base Camp Tour

Day to Day Itinerary

• Day 01: Arrival Kathmandu (1300m/4265ft) (Meals: D)

  Arrive at Kathmandu International Airport where you will be warmly welcomed by our representative and check-in to the hotel. The rest of the day is free to explore this historic and vibrant city.

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• Day 02: Drive to Zhangmu (2250m/7382ft) (Meals: B)

  Begin driving north from Kathmandu to Tibet through the breathtaking vistas early in the morning. Approaching Nepal's northern border, begin the ascent to the high altitude Tibetan plateau to Kodari on the Nepal Tibet border. Continue uphill on foot for 1.5-hours (with porters) to reach the border town of Zhangmu. Here we formally clear Chinese immigration and then spend the night in a Chinese hotel at Zhangmu.

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• Day 03: Drive to Shegar (4250m/13944ft) (Meals: B)

  Today’s drive goes from the lush, green lower hills into the dry, arid landscape of the Tibetan plateau. Cross several high passes including the Lalung La (5050m) from which (if weather permits) there is an amazing panorama of the Himalayan range including Mt. Everest – a fitting backdrop to the vastness of the Tibetan plateau.

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• Day 04: Drive to Mt. Everest Base Camp (5150m/16897ft) (Meals: B)

  Early in the morning head from Shigar to EBC. Enjoy a glimpse of 4 mountains which are 8000m high or more, such as Mt. Lhotse (8516m), Mt. Everest (8848m), Mt. Cho Oyo (8201m), and Mt. Makalu (8463m). Then arrive at Rombuk Monastery, the highest monastery in the world.

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• Day 05: Drive to Shigatse (3840m/12599ft) via Lhatse (Meals: B)

  Eake up early in the morning to see the stunning sunrise at the world’s highest peak, Mt. Everest, and walk a little bit in front of it to take some pictures of its true face. Then drive to Shigatse and be wrapped again in the endless vistas of the Tibetan plateau. Visit Sakya Monastery on the way.

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• Day 06: Drive to Lhasa (3650m/11976ft) via Gyantse and Yamdrotso Lake (Meals: B)

  Visit Tashilumpo Monastery which was built in 1447 and then drive to Gyangtse to visit Palkor Monastery and Palchoi Pagoda. On the way, stop off and visit Maracaju la glacier. Next, drive to Lhasa City along Lhasa River.

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• Day 07: Sightseeing in Lhasa (Meals: B)

  Begin at Sera Monastery and then head toward Norbulingka, the summer palace of the Dalai Lama. Visit the Barkhor Markets and roam around the city savoring every tiny detail. Eventually, the tour for the day concludes and you return to the comfort of your hotel.

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• Day 08: Sightseeing in Lhasa (Meals: B)

  Take more time to explore the sites during visits to Potala Palace and Drepung Monastery.

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• Day 09: Drive Tsedang (Meals: B)

  In the morning, depart from Lhasa to Tsedang, a small city in the Yarlung Valley considered the cradle of Tibetan culture. On the way to Tsedang, cross the Yarlung Tsampo River and explore Tibet's earliest monastery, Samye monastery.

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• Day 10: Tsedang (Meals: B)

  A full day of exploring in Tsedang introduces you to the old earth tombs of former kings, the Thandruk Monastery, and Tibet's oldest building, Yambu Lakang, a fort perched high in the mountains overlooking the vast plain.

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• Day 11: Fly back Kathmandu (Meals: B, D)

  Take a last memorable look at the Potala Palace before being transported to the airport for the flight back to Kathmandu and to your hotel. The day can be utilized buying gifts and souvenirs for friends and family. Enjoy one final farewell party.

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• Day 12: Fly back home or extend your holidays (Meals: B)

  If you prefer to stay longer, you can consult us for short tours such as a game drive at national parks, rafting, mountain biking, India, Bhutan tours, etc.

Package Cost

Package cost always depends on the number of people travelling in your group, standard of the hotels you like to take, the mode of transportations you choose as (by private vehicle, tourist bus, plane, 4WD) and the period you are travelling (High season, Low season) etc. Please click on the next tab (INQUIRY/ BOOKING) and send us your inquiry. We will reply you with cost and other necessary details within 24 hours.

Cost Include(s)

• All accommodation throughout the trip as per the itinerary.
• Daily breakfast with all accommodation in both Nepal and Tibet part.
• All necessary ground transfers by private vehicle as per group size.
• English speaking tour guide for sightseeing tours.
• Sightseeing tours as per the itinerary.
• All other activities as per the itinerary.
• Entry fees to temples, monuments during the sightseeing tour.
• Lhasa to Kathmandu flight tickets.
• Tibet Visa Fee and all paper work.
• All taxes and our service charges.

Cost Exclude(s)

• Nepal Visa fee (You can apply online or in Kathmandu airport on your arrival).
• Your International airfare to and from Kathmandu.
• Beverages and alcholoholic drinks.
• All personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, bar bills etc).
• Personal medical and evacuation insurance.
• All other additional charges for additional services.
• Tips for guides and driver (Tipping is expected ).

Trip Start Dates:

• Nepal Tibet Everest Base Camp Tour start dates are flexiable. We can organize this trip on the dates requested by you.

Additional Information:

• Nepal Tibet Everest Base Camp Tour is a well designed program. But again if you like to give any changes on it, it is possible. If you wish to discuss any aspect of Nepal Tibet Everest Base Camp Tour or your suitability for it please contact us by email. If you want to talk to us directly feel free to call us anytime.