Lhasa-Everest Base Camp Kathmandu Overland Tour-10 Day

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Lhasa-Everest Base Camp Kathmandu

Overland Tour-10 Day

Introduction

An opportunity to visit the base camp of Everest [5200m] with an experience across the Tibetan

Plateau.

True to its nickname, “the Roof of the world”, Tibet is the highest plateau in the world with anaverage altitude in excess of 3500 meters. Lying to the north of the great Himalayan range which

separates it from its neighbors, India, Nepal and Bhutan, Tibet is more or less an untamed land of

nomads (drokpas), monasteries, yaks, sand dunes, and high altitude desert that goes as far as theeyes can take it.

On this Tibet overland tour you have three days (i.e. 4 nights) in Lhasa to acclimatize and to

absorb the exoticism of Tibetan heritage and to explore this history-laden city to its core. You

will be expertly guided around the most significant and ancient Gompas (monasteries) of Lhasa,Gyantse & Shigatse by your Tibetan guide, who will instruct you on the intricacies and

mysticism of Tibetan Buddhism. With its spectacular mountain scenery and rich Buddhist

culture, Tibet would certainly be a unique mystical destination to visit.You drive down Friendship highway by a luxury Toyota land cruiser 4 WD passing through

small Tibetan settlements where you get upfront views right from your vehicle of nomadic

herdsmen wandering across the wide arid plains amidst a backdrop of awe-inspiring mountain

peaks.A special highlight of this trip is the visit to the Everest base camp where you will be rewarded

with panoramic and breath-taking views of Mount Everest from the north side.

This overland tour will be a mystical delight that will be remembered by the fireside for manywinters to come.

TRIP FACTS

Trip length: 11 DaysGrade: Overland tour

Starts in: Lhasa

Ends in: Kathmandu

Group size: Maximum 12Accommodation: Hotel & Lodge

Transportation: 4WD Land cruiser with support truck

Maximum altitude: 5220m

Lhasa Everest Base Camp Kathmandu Overland Highlights:



* Hike or horse cart ride (your choice) to Mt. Everest north base camp from Rongbuk monastery

* 4 nights in Lhasa, staying near the city's main attractions - the Potala Palace and the JokhangTemple & 1 free day for self exploration in Lhasa.

* Adventurous drive by best 4WD land cruiser across the ‘roof of the world’ with English

speaking best local Tibetan guide.* Inspiring landscapes, superb mountain views, rich Buddhist history & culture & Tibetan

Nomads.

* Hotels / lodges with Tibetan character wherever possible.* Complete hassle free Chinese (Tibet) travel documentation.

* Spectacular flight to Lhasa passing right over Mount Everest and many of the highest peaks in

the world (if you join the trip in Kathmandu

Outlined ItineraryDay 01 - Arrive Lhasa

Day 02 - Lhasa

Day 03 - Lhasa

Day 04 - LhasaDay 05 - Gyantse

Day 06 - ShigatseDay 07 - Shegar

Day 08 - Rongbuk

Day 09 - Zhangmu

Day 10 - Drive Kathmandu

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 Arrive Lhasa (3660m)

You will be met at Gonggar Airport by your Tibetan guide. After immigration formalities, youwill be driven to Lhasa (3650 meters). It takes around 45 minutes to reach the old city. After

checking in at your hotel, you are advised to take rest and take it easy. Drink plenty of fluids and

let your body get used to Lhasa’s high altitude. Note: There is no fixed program arranged for today.

Day 2 Sightseeing in LhasaAfter breakfast, you will be briefed on the day’s program. An experienced guide will take you on

a tour to Sera Monastery, Norbulingka and the Barkhor Square. At the famous Sera Monastery,

you will get an insight into the important aspects of Tibetan Buddhism. You pay a visit to Norbulingka, the summer retreat of the Dalai Lama. Completed in 1956, the handsome building

is ornately decorated with Tibetan carvings and paintings. Jokhang temple provides yet another

glimpse of the rich Tibetan cultural heritage. You will also get the chance to stroll around the

busy Barkhor Square, the nerve centre of Lhasa. After the day’s tour, you will be escorted back to your hotel.

Day 3 Sightseeing in LhasaAfter an early breakfast, you will be escorted by your guide to the majestic Potala Palace. The

imposing structure of the palace dominates the landscape of Lhasa. As you are guided through



the ancient chambers of the palace, you get to see Tibetan art at its best. The Potala Palace has a

vast array of intricate Tibetan murals and beautiful statues. You will also get to view the tombs

of the eight Dalai Lamas. Later in the day you will visit the beautifully landscaped DrepungMonastery where you can observe nuns and monks chanting and performing religious

discourses. After the day’s tour is over, you are escorted back to your hotel for a well- earned

rest. Note: Since only a limited number of visitors are allowed inside the Potala palace every day,the order of sightseeing places will be decided upon by your guide.

Day 4 In LhasaThis day is for you to spend it as you wish. Explore and soak in the sights and sounds of the old

city, revisit a favorite monastery, go for souvenir hunting in the busy local market at Barkhor

Square, or simply sit in a café and watch pilgrims as they circumambulate the Jokhang.

There is also the option of an additional tour to places such as the Tibetan Medical Centre,Ganden Monastery and Tsurphu Monastery. But this additional tour will incur an extra cost.

Day 5 Drive to Gyantse (3950m)

261 km Moving along the Friendship Highway, you drive past Khamba La, at 4794 meter, with a brief halt to savor majestic views of Yamdrok-tso Lake and Nazin Kang Sa, standing at 7252m.On turning westwards, you come across another pass, Karo La at 5045m. If you look at the road,

you can see huge glaciers tumbling down. After driving 261 km, beautifully landscaped Tibetan

villages become visible as you enter the town of Gyantse.Day 6 Sightseeing in Gyantse & drive to Shigatse (3900m) 90km Gyantse prides on Gyantse

Dzong and Kumbum. Gyantse Dzong, a 14th century historical fort, overlooks the entire Gyantse

and the surrounding Nyang Chu Valley. Kumbum has a large gold-domed stupa and housesseveral chapels and Tibetan Buddhist murals. After you enjoy exploring Gyantse, taking a 90 km

drive, you will arrive at Shigatse, the second largest city of Tibet that lies at an altitude of 3900

meter. Tashilhunpo Monastery, being one of the largest functioning monasteries in Tibet is the

major attraction of Shigatse.

Day 7 Sightseeing & drive to Shegar (4050m) 244km.

Today you will traverse along the Friendship Highway amidst picturesque landscape driving past

small town of Lhatse and Gyamtso La pass at 5220m. As the route opens into plains, manymonasteries and camps of nomadic herders become visible en route to Shegar.

Day 8 Drive to Rongbuk (5000m)

68km Away from Shegar, you will drive to the south crossing Pang La pass at 5150m. Along thedrive you can bask in the splendor of majestic views of snow-capped peaks from Makalu to

Shishapangma. After driving for 68 km, you eventually reach Rongbuk at 5000m. You can then

view spectacular sight of Mount Everest. A guest house is available for overnightaccommodation.

Day 09 Drive to Zhangmu (2300m) 181kmYou will drive past Tingri crossing Lalung La pass at 5124m and Shug La pass at 5200m.

Savoring the enchanting views of the surrounding peaks of Shishapangma, Cho Oyu, Menlungtse

and Gauri Shankar, you descend from the arid Tibetan Plateau to verdant Zhangmu on the Nepalese border. After driving for 181 km, you find yourself amidst the lush and verdant



vegetation of Zhangmu at 2300 meter.

Day 10 Drive to Kathmandu (1400m) 123kmA few kilometers drive away from Zhangmu to Friendship Bridge across Bhote Koshi river

brings you to the Immigration Control in Kodari. Here, you will part with your Tibetan guide and

driver, and walk across the river to meet your Nepalese escort who will drive you to Kathmandu.After driving 5 hours for 123 km, you finally arrive in Kathmandu

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