Tsedang-Lhasa-Gyantse-Shigatse-Xegar-Rongbuk-Everest Base Camp-Shigatse-Lhasa
Regular Everest Base Camp trip starts in Lhasa and ends in Kathmandu but this trip is out and back type. You will fly into Lhasa-the capital city of Tibet and drive to Tsedang-the gateway to the ancient Yarlung Kingdom. Visit the oldest building of Tibet and other highlights. Follow the bank of Yarlung Dzanbo River towards Lhasa. At Lhasa, tour its cultural highlights for 3 days while you will get properly acclimatized. Set out on 4WD jeep along the high Asian road and conquer the highest passes of the world with stunning views. The journey along the bank of Yamdrok Tso Lake is probably the best drive you ever had in your life. En route, you will have stop over in Gyantse, Shigatse and Xegar where you will tour the famous temples, monasteries and Dzongs before you head up to Rongbuk Monastery from where Everest Base Camp is about an hour walk-trek. Enjoy the unobstructed views of Mount Everest along with other 8 thousanders such as Cho Oyu, Sishapangma etc. Accommodation in monasterys guesthouse in Rongbuk (elevation 16,100ft) is a life time experience. Sunset and sunrise views from Rongbuk are fabulous. After spending a night here, you will take a long day drive back to Shigatse and continue to Lhasa along the Northern Friendship Highway.
Day 01: Flight to Gonkar airport of Lhasa and transfer to hotel. (B) Arrival in Gonkar Airport of Lhasa. You are met and greeted by our representative and drive to Tsedang (58miles, 2 hrs). Check in hotel and take rest for the acclimatization. Accommodation in Tsedang Hotel.
Day 02: At Lhasa (B) Full day sightseeing of Lhasa, visiting Potala Palace-probably the principal target of most of the visitors, Sera Monastery-the last of the three Yellow Sect monasteries to be built in Lhasa and the tour concludes in Norbulinka- the summer palace of the Dalai Lama. Accommodation in the middle range Dhud Gu or Kyichu or Gorkha Hotel
Day 03: At Lhasa (B) Today, you will visit Drepung Monastery-the largest, richest and the most powerful of the three major Yellow Sect monasteries of Tibet, the ancient Jorkhang Temple in the old Tibetan quarter of Lhasa and the Barkhor Street that forms the pilgrim circuit around the Jorkhang Temple. Accommodation in the middle range Dhud Gu or Kyichu or Gorkha Hotel
Day 04: Lhasa-Gyantse (13467ft, 176miles, 6 ½ hrs). (B) Drive to Gyantse-the least Chinese influenced city along the highway. The journey involves crossing of two high passes Kamba La (15,700 ft) and Karo La (16,500ft) and the follows the bank of Yamdrok Tso lake for more than 40 miles. Check in hotel and take rest for the day. Accommodation in Gyantse Hotel of the top end.
Day 05: Gyantse-Shigatse (12,785ft, 57miles, 2 ½ hrs) (B) Visit the highlights of Gyantse such as Pelkor Chode Monastery and Kumbum Stupa. From the stupa, take rickshaw ride back to the parking and drive back to the hotel. Collect your luggage and set out for Shigatse. Check in hotel and after refreshment, visit the famous Tashilunbo Monastery-the principal seat of Panchen Lama-the second most venerated religious leader of Tibet. Accommodation in Shigatse hotel of the top end.
Day 06: Shigatse-Shegar (4050m/13500ft, 182km/121miles, 5 hrs) (B ) Drive to Shegar, also known as New Tingri. The journey involves crossing of two high passes Tropu La ( 16,236 ft) and Gyatso La (17,122 ft). Check in hotel and take rest for a while. Later visit the ruins of historic Shegar Dzong, once the capital of Tingri region. If time permits, visit Shegar Chode Monastery, which is a small Gelugpa institution. Accommodation in Qomolongma Hotel of the top end.
Day 07: Xegar- Dza Rongbuk Monastery. (4980m/16,600ft, 63km/42miles, 2hrs) (B) Drive from Xegar to Dza Rongbuk Monastery in the morning. The journey involves driving over Pang La (5120m/16,794 ft) that rewards you with the views of several 8 thousanders like Makalu, Lhotse, Cho Oyu and Mount Everest. The journey mostly goes through dirt road, passing through several picturesque villages. Upon arrival, check in a guesthouse or monastery accommodation and after refreshment; take an hour walk trek to the Everest Base Camp (5200m/17,333ft). The driver will pick you up at the basecamp and drive you back to Rongbuk monastery.
Day 08: Rongbuk-Xegar-Shigatse (B) Retrace the way back to Shigatse. Top End: Shigatse Hotel*** or Manasarovara
Day 09: Shigatse-Lhasa (B) Drive to Lhasa visa New Road. En route visit Yungdrungling Monastery of Bφns
Activities:
International and internal air fare
Airport Taxes
Chinese visa fee
Lunch and dinner except as indicated.
Travel & Health Insurance.
All extra expenses caused due to nature or unforeseen events. Excess baggage charges
Optional tipping to local staffs, hotels etc.
Items of a personal nature (sodas, alcoholic beverages, laundry, telephone etc.
Trip Grading:
Moderate
Trip Type:
Popular
Group Size:
2-10 pax
Start From:
Lhasa
Finish In:
Lhasa
Highest Altitude:
Gyatso La ( 5, 220m)
Best Season:
April to October
Tour Cost
US$ 1350
Optional Activity
International and internal air fare
Airport Taxes
Chinese visa fee
Lunch and dinner except as indicated.
Travel & Health Insurance.
All extra expenses caused due to nature or unforeseen events. Excess baggage charges
Optional tipping to local staffs, hotels etc.
Items of a personal nature (sodas, alcoholic beverages, laundry, telephone etc.
Trips Highlights
Dalai Lamas's Potala and Norbulingkha Palaces, Drepung -the largest and most powerful of the Gelug monasteries, Sera-one of the largest monasteries of Tibet, ancient Jorkhang Temple and Barkhor Street in old Tibetan quarter of Lhasa.
Spectacular views of Himalayas and Tibetan plateau from Kamba La ( 15,700ft) and Karo La passes ( 16,500 ft).
Yamdrok Tso-the turquoise green water lake.
Kumbum Stupa and Pelkore Chode Monastery in Gyantse.
Shalu Monastery and Tashilunbo Monastery at Shigatse.
Rongbuk Monastery-the center of religious activities of Everest region.
Everest Base Camp North Face with unobstructed views of Mount Everest and other majestic peaks.
Highest passes ( Gyatso La, 5 220m) with great views.
Tibetan villages
Inclusive
Accommodation on twin sharing
Daily Breakfast
All transfers and sightseeing by a private air conditioned car or coach
Sightseeing admission fees
English speaking Tour Guide
Tibet Travel Permit
Exclusive
International and internal air fare
Airport Taxes
Chinese visa fee
Lunch and dinner except as indicated.
Travel & Health Insurance.
All extra expenses caused due to nature or unforeseen events. Excess baggage charges
Optional tipping to local staffs, hotels etc.
Items of a personal nature (sodas, alcoholic beverages, laundry, telephone etc.
