- The 8 Days Lhasa to Mt. Everest Base Camp (EBC) Adventure offers a truly unique travel experience in Tibet. You will travel from Mainland China to Lhasa, where you can visit renowned attractions such as Potala Palace and Jokhang Temple while acclimatizing to the altitude.
- As you journey westward from Lhasa toward Mt. Everest, you will encounter remarkable natural and cultural wonders. Along the old Friendship Highway to Gyantse, enjoy stunning views of the sacred Yamdrok Lake and visit the magnificent Karola Glacier.
- On the overland route to Shigatse, the second-largest city in Tibet, you’ll witness breathtaking landscapes filled with snow-capped Himalayan peaks.
- The highlight of the journey is reaching Mt. Everest Base Camp (EBC), a dream destination for travelers worldwide. Here, you can admire the spectacular North Face of Mt. Everest, take a short trek, or capture unforgettable photographs of the stunning surroundings.
- This adventure creates lasting memories through its blend of spiritual heritage, dramatic landscapes, and once-in-a-lifetime experiences.
8 Days Lhasa to EBC Adventure
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$119.00
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- All necessary travel permits to Tibet
- Entrance ticket fees for all the sightseeing spots listed in the program
- Private transportation in Tibet: One tourist vehicle for the whole trip (fuel included)
- Private guide: English-speaking local Tibetan guide
- Breakfast included in the tour cost
- Welcome dinner with traditional show (only for group tours)
- Lodging (twin-sharing basis): 4 nights at a 4★ hotel in Lhasa, 2 nights in Shigatse, and 1 night at Rongbuk or EBC Guesthouse (subject to availability)
- One-time pick-up and drop-off at the beginning and end of the tour (additional transfers charged separately)
- Breakfast for the entire trip
- 3 bottles of mineral water per person per day (total 1500ml)
- Oxygen canisters available in the tourist vehicle throughout the trip
- Lodging and meals for guide and drivers
- First aid kit
- Travel insurance covers trip cancellation and emergency evacuation (recommended).
- Expenses of a personal nature (alcoholic beverages, laundry, phone call, etc.).
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International and domestic flight/train.
Note: We accept flight and train ticket bookings in advance. Please check the updated cost and ticket availability with your travel consultant. -
Meals that are not specified in the itinerary (all lunches/dinners during the tour).
Note: An average meal in Tibet costs approximately USD 5 per person.
Tour Plan
Day 1. ARRIVAL TO LHASA (3650m)
Your guide and driver will greet you at the airport or train station with a white scarf, welcoming you to Tibet. They’ll then transfer you to your hotel, where you can rest and take time to acclimatize to the high altitude of the Tibetan Plateau.
Stay overnight in Lhasa
Day 2. LHASA CITY GUIDED TOUR (B)
Today, you’ll visit the Potala Palace – the iconic symbol of Tibet and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. After lunch, you’ll head to Norbulingka, the traditional summer palace of the Dalai Lama.
Attractions: Potala Palace, Norbu Lingkha
Stay overnight in Lhasa
Day 3. LHASA ESCORTED TOUR (B)
In the morning, you’ll visit Jokhang Temple, the most renowned Buddhist temple in Tibet. Your guide will explain its rich history and profound significance to the Tibetan people in detail. Then you’ll take a short drive to Sera Monastery, one of the largest Gelug sect Tibetan Buddhist monasteries in Tibet. After your exploration of the monastery, make your way to its courtyard – where you’ll see monks gathering in different groups to take part in traditional religious debates.
Attractions: Jokhang Temple, Sera Monastery, Buddhist Philosophical Debate
Stay overnight in Lhasa
Day 4. LHASA TO GYANTSE - SHIGATSE (3900m) (B)
Today you’ll drive to Gyantse – a historic Tibetan town lovingly called the Hero Town. On the way, we’ll stop at Yamdrok Lake, one of Tibet’s most beautiful and sacred lakes, where you can snap photos as much as you like and soak in the breathtaking natural scenery, all framed by snow-capped mountain peaks. After that, we’ll take a gentle short trek along Karola Glacier, a little walk with incredible up-close glacier views. Then we’ll head on to Gyantse to explore two beloved local landmarks: Pelkhor Choede Monastery and Gyantse Kumbum Stupa. You’ll be truly amazed by their exquisite ancient artwork – every detail brims with Tibet’s rich cultural charm.
Attractions: Yamdrok Lake, Mt. Nyenchen Kangsar, Karola Glacier, Gyantse Kumbum Stupa, Pelkhor Choede Monastery
Stay overnight in Shigatse
Day 5. SHIGATSE (3900m) TO EBC (5050m) (B)
We’ll drive to Everest Base Camp (EBC) today, and on the way, we’ll pass Gyawu La Pass. This spot lets us see the magnificent snow-capped mountains that tower over 8000 meters high right in front of us. As we continue our journey to EBC, every turn brings a wonderful surprise: the breathtaking north face of Mount Everest will unfold before our eyes, along with so many other majestic high mountains stretching across the Himalayan ranges. It’s a drive filled with incredible mountain views at every step!
Attractions: Gyawu La Pass, Himalayan mountain ranges, North face of Mount Everest
Overnight in Rongbuk Guesthouse
Day 6. EBC TO SHIGATSE (B)
Morning, you will enjoy the beautiful view of sunrise on Mount Everest and take some memorable photos. Then you can visit Rongbuk Monastery, which is one of the highest-altitude monasteries in the world. Drive back to Shigatse.
Attractions: Sunrise over Mount Everest, Rongbuk Monastery
Overnight in Shigatse
Day 7. SHIGATSE TO LHASA (B)
After a healthy breakfast at the hotel, start a spiritual tour at Tashi Lhunpo Monastery. Then drive back to Lhasa along the Yarlung Tsangpo River.
Attractions: Tashi Lhunpo Monastery, snow-capped high peaks
Overnight in Lhasa
Day 8. DEPARTURE (B)
Your guide and driver will transfer you to Lhasa Gonggar Airport or Lhasa Train Station as per your schedule. You will depart to your next destination with unforgettable memories of Tibet.
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