Tibet Overland Tour with Everest Base Camp Trek
(LZ-EBC-10)

The classic route across the roof of the world.

From the tiny monastery at Rhongphu the view of Qomolangma (Mt Everest) is absolutely magnificent as it stands alone at the head of the valley - a walk or drive to Base Camp brings you even closer.

Day 1: The flight from Kathmandu to Lhasa is spectacular. From Gongkar airport it is about 1½ hours' drive to Lhasa , first along the Yarlung Tsangpo then into the Kyi Chu Valley .

Days 2-4 : With a relaxed pace to allow for the effects of altitude, explore this fantastic city on the roof of the world. The spiritual heart of Tibet is the Jokhang Temple and every morning is full of life as pilgrims bring offerings of butter and barley flour. The Potala Palace rises above the city and, more than any other sight, symbolizes the history and culture of Tibet . Nearby are the huge monastic universities of Drepung and Sera – still active institutions.

Day 5: A long, yet scenic day's drive across the Khamba La and Kora La (passes), along the shores of Lake Yamdrok Tso to Gyantse. Once an important trading town, Gyantse retains a feel of ‘old' Tibet.

Day 6: In the morning visit Gyantse's monastery – Pelkor Choede – and the justifiably famous Kumbum, within the same complex. There may also be time to visit the dzong (fort) that towers above the town. In the afternoon we make the short (2-3 hour) drive along the valley to Shigatse.

Day 7: Tashilhunpo is the seat of the Panchen Lama, second only in importance to the Dalai Lama. Its numerous halls contain a 21.6-meter wooden statue of Maitreya, the future Buddha and elaborate, jewel encrusted reliquary chorten.

Afternoon we make the short (3 hour) drive along the valley to Sakya monastery. Sakya was the seat of political power in central Tibet from the 10 th to mid 14 th century. The fortified monastery is still head of one of the most important schools of Tibetan Buddhism.

Day 8 : Turn off the Friendship Highway for a stunning drive through Qomolangma National Park to reach the tiny Rhongphu Gompa at 5000m. The view from here is utterly spectacular!

Day 9: Trek or drive the 7kms to Everest Base Camp (5200m) before heading to Lao Tingri via a rough, yet scenic track crossing small rivers and passes.

Day 10: Another high pass gives a last, spectacular view of the Himalaya before we leave the Tibetan Plateau, descending to Zhangmu – on the China-Nepal border.

Completing border formalities the drive back to Kathmandu continues down the Bote Khosi valley.

Note: On day 5 th of above itinerary departure is made from Lhasa. Those clients coming from China mainland to make entry in to Tibet can follow above itinerary. Those who want to reach Lhasa quite earlier than the above itinerary via Kathmandu, Chengdu, Beijing, Xian Shanghai, Xining, Guang Zhou, Zhong Dian or Hong Koing is also possible.

What is Included

• Accommodation Lhasa , Gyantse, Shigatse, Sakya - Twin share
• Other accommodation twin or multi share
• Breakfast
• Transport as per itinerary
• All airport transfers
• Sightseeing as per itinerary
• English speaking interpreter/guide
• Tibet entry permit

What is not Included

• Personal expenses such as drinks, postage, laundry
• Meals apart from breakfast
• International flights and departure taxes
• Visa and passport fees
• Travel insurance
• Emergency evacuation
• Tips and gratuities
• Costs arising from unforeseen events outside the control Royal Mt. Trekking (eg. Landslides)