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Lhasa to Kathmandu Overland Tour via Everest Base Camp

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The Lhasa to Kathmandu Overland Tour via Everest Base Camp begins from Lhasa and ends in Kathmandu. In between, we visit beautiful Tibetan cities and towns such as Gyantse, Shigatse, Sakya, Rongbuk and Kyirong. One of the major highlights of this trip is reaching the base camp of the world’s highest peak, Mt Everest, which we accomplish on the 7th day of our ...
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Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Reach the base camp of the world’s highest mountain, Mt. Everest
    • Catch a glimpse of the marvelous Rongbuk Glacier
    • Savor the stunning views of Shishapangma and Cho Oyu Peaks
    • Explore the mystical Yamdrok Tso Lake
    • Cross the high passes such as Karo La, Khamba La, and Gyatso La
    • Visit popular Tibetan landmarks such as Potala palace and Rongbuk monastery

What's this trip about?

    The Lhasa to Kathmandu Overland Tour via Everest Base Camp begins from Lhasa and ends in Kathmandu. In between, we visit beautiful Tibetan cities and towns such as Gyantse, Shigatse, Sakya, Rongbuk and Kyirong. One of the major highlights of this trip is reaching the base camp of the world’s highest peak, Mt Everest, which we accomplish on the 7th day of our trip. The Lhasa to Kathmandu Overland Tour via Everest Base Camp also allows us to explore the mystical Yamdrok Tso Lake and conquer a few high passes such as Karo La, Khamba La, Gyatso La and Lalung La, along with the beautiful Nazin Kang Sang Glacier. This tour also takes us to popular Tibetan landmarks like Dalai Lama’s Potala and Norbulingka Palaces, Tibet Traditional Hospital, Barkhor Bazaar, Jokhang Temple and Gyantse Dzong. We also visit quite a number of spectacular Tibetan monasteries including, but not limited to Sera, Drepung, Phalkot, Shalu, Tashilhunpo, Khumbum Stupa, Sakya and Rongbuk, the world’s highest monastery. The major highlights of this trip are reaching the base camp of Mt. Everest in addition to catching a glimpse of the marvelous Rongbuk Glacier, and enjoying the spectacular views of Shishapangma and Cho Oyu peaks.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - 12 max
Age rangeUp to 65 years
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityLhasa, Tibet
End CityKathmandu, Nepal

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Nature & Wildlife

Destinations

Activities

  • Culture
  • History
  • Nature

Trip includes

    • Accommodation in Standard Hotels on Twin Sharing Basis
    • Local Guide & Support Staffs
    • All Private Ground Transportation Including Airport Transfers
    • Meals (Breakfast)
    • Tibet Travel Permit
    • Small-Group Tour
    • Guaranteed Departures
    • Lifetime Deposit
    • No Booking Fee

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Lhasa and transfer to hotel

Accommodation: Hotel (Kyichu Hotel)

Travel Distance: 60 km Driving: 1 hour

Maximum Altitude: 3,650m/11,976ft

We arrive in Lhasa either by taking a direct flight from Nepal or via mainland China. If we decide to fly from Nepal, then we get to enjoy...

Day 2: Lhasa Sightseeing: Sera Monastery, Drepung Monastery, Jokhang Temple and Barkhor Bazaar

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Hotel (Kyichu Hotel)

Driving: 5-6 hrs

Maximum Altitude: 3,650m/11,976ft

We visit Drepung Monastery, Sera Monastery, Jokhang Temple and Barkhor Bazaar today. Drepung Monastery, which was built in the 14th cent...

Day 3: Lhasa sightseeing: Potala Palace, Norbulingka Palace and Tibet Traditional Hospital

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Hotel (Kyichu Hotel)

Driving: 5-6 hrs

Maximum Altitude: 3,650m/11,976ft

After breakfast, we begin exploring Lhasa visiting the beautiful Potala and Norbulingka Palaces, better known as Winter palace and Summe...

Day 4: Lhasa to Gyantse via Karo La Pass and Yamdrok Tso Lake

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Hotel (Yeti Hotel)

Travel Distance: 325 km Driving: 5-6 hrs

Maximum Altitude: 5,045m/16,553ft

Today, we take a scenic drive to Gyantse. On the way we cross the Khamba La Pass (4,794m) with a brief halt to sav...

Day 5: Gyantse to Shigatse via Shalu Monastery

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Hotel (Gesar Hotel)

Travel Distance: 95 km Driving: 2 hrs

Maximum Altitude: 3,900m/12,796ft

In the morning, we drive towards Shigatse, the second largest city in Tibet. On the way, we visit Shalu Monastery. F...

Day 6: Shigatse to Rongbuk via Sakya Monastery

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Guest House (Rongbuk Monastery Guest House)

Travel Distance: 390 km Driving: 7-8 hrs

Maximum Altitude: 5,000m/16,405ft

After breakfast, we drive to Rongbuk beginning our journey right through some beautiful v...

Day 7: Rongbuk to Kyirong via Everest Base Camp

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Hotel (Kyirong Hotel)

Travel Distance: 335 km Driving: 7-8 hrs

Maximum Altitude: 5,250m/17,225ft

Early in the morning, we will drive to Everest Base Camp (5,250m/17,220ft.), the foot of the world’s highest mo...

Day 8: Kyirong to Kathmandu

Meals: Breakfast

Travel Distance: 130 km Driving: 8-9 hrs

Maximum Altitude: 1,350m/4,429ft

On completion of the border formalities after breakfast, we travel onward to Kathmandu. The highway connecting Tibet to Nepal via Kyirong passes through the...

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Dates & Availability

Price From $1,999
Price per day$250
Last Updated: 12/17/2021

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

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Camilla

Oct 2018

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Himalayan Glacier stands off the chart when it comes to comparing them with other tour operators in Nepal. Previously, I planned my ABC trek with another tour compan...

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Pablo

Oct 2018

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A dream come true ...

This tour was more of a dream come true than just an awesome vacation. Every section on the trip was perfectly organized. The places we visit in Lhasa was a treat to...

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David

Sep 2017

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EBC off my bucket list

Everest Base Camp was always on my bucket list, but I didn't want to trek along the crowded trek. I approached Himalayan Glacier with other options, and they asked m...

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Viran

Sep 2017

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The experience we would forever cherish

We traveled to parts of Tibet and ended our journey in Kathmandu after marking our presence in Everest Base Camp. The overall trip was incredible, and we had an exce...

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Mary

Jun 2016

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Incredible Holiday!

All the way to Lhasa and then to Everest Base Camp ending the journey in Kathmandu. Our overland tour was perfectly orchestrated, and we had an incredible experience...

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Logistics

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Accommodation

We will be staying at Kyichu Hotel in Lhasa, Yeti Hotel in Gyantse, Gesar Hotel in Shigatse, Rongbuk Monastery Guest House in Rongbuk and Kyirong Hotel in Kyirong. The hotels in Lhasa, Gyantse and Shigatse are 2-3 star hotels, but due to their remote location the hotels in Rongbuk and Kyirong are very basic. It is also possible to upgrade to a better hotel in Lhasa but the accommodations in other cities and towns are the best available ones. All accommodations are on a twin-shared basis. Single supplement will be served on request and will cost 460 USD.

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Meals Included
  • 7 Breakfasts
Age Requirements
Up to 65 years
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