Lhasa

Day 1 Arrival in Lhasa

On arrival, a guide will welcome you and take you to your hotel. On the way to your hotel you can admire the Yarlung Tsangpo / Bhamaputra River (the longest and largest river in Tibet) and the Lhasa River.

After arriving in Lhasa, you can rest and get used to the mountain air. If you want to go out, head to Potala Square. In the square you can admire the colour-changing fountain and the magnificent Potala and its surroundings.

Overnight in Lhasa.

Day 2 UNESCO World Heritage Sites – Potala Palace, Johkang Temple and Barkhor Street.

The day starts with a visit to the first UNESCO World Heritage Site of the trip, Potala Palace. The Potala was the main residence of the Dalai Lama until 1959. Tibet’s 33rd Palace. The palace was occupied by the king as early as the 600s. The palace’s most valuable collections are the gilded tombs of the former Dalai Lamas and the 33rd Tibetan King’s tombs. The Tibetan King’s Meditation Room.

After lunch, you will travel to Jokhang Temple, the 33rd Tibetan temple in Tibet. The temple was built in the 600’s by the King of Tibet. The temple was designed to spread knowledge about Buddhism and houses one of the most revered objects of Tibetan Buddhism, a statue of the 12-year-old Buddha Shakyamuni. Next to the temple is Barkhor Street, where you can ‘Korata’ (religious walk around a building or mountain) with pilgrims as well as locals. On the same street you can also find souvenirs.

Overnight in Lhasa.

Day 3 Drepunging and Sera Monasteries

In the morning we visit Drepung Monastery, one of the ‘mighty three’ monasteries of Tibet’s Gelug. The site was founded by Jamyang Choge in 1416, one of Tsongkhapa’s chief disciples.

In the afternoon we visit the monastery of Sera, which, like Drepung, is part of three magnificent monasteries and their region. Sera Monastery was founded by Jamyang Choge in 1419. The afternoon will also include a must-see monastic debate!

Overnight in Lhasa

Day 4
Transfer to the airport, flight home.

Lhasa – Gyantse – Shigatse – Everest base – Lhasa

Day 1 Arrival in Lhasa
On arrival, your guide will welcome you and transfer you to your hotel. On the way to your hotel you can admire the Yarlung Tsangpo / Bhamaputra River (Tibet’s longest and largest river) and the Lhasa River.

After arriving in Lhasa, you can rest and get used to the mountain air. If you want to go out, head to Potala Square. In the square you can admire the colour-changing fountain and the magnificent Potala and its surroundings.

Day 2 Lhasa tour – Potala Palace, Johkang Temple and Barkhor Street
The second day’s tour takes you first to Potala Palace, the Dalai Lama’s winter palace. Tibet’s 33. It was commissioned by the king as early as the 600s. The palace’s most precious collections are the gilded tombs of former Dalai Lamas and the Tibetan 33rd King’s tomb. The Tibetan King’s Meditation Room.

After lunch, you will travel to Jokhang Temple, the 33rd Tibetan temple in Tibet. The temple was built in the 600’s by the King of Tibet. The purpose of the temple was to spread knowledge about Buddhism. The temple houses one of the most revered objects in Tibetan Buddhism, a statue of the 12-year-old Buddha Shakyamuni. Next to the temple is Barkhor Street, where you can ‘Korata’ (religious walk around a building or mountain) with pilgrims as well as locals. On the same street you can also find souvenirs.
Overnight in Lhasa.

Day 3 Drepunging and Sera Monasteries
In the morning, visit Drepung Monastery, one of the three magnificent Gelug monasteries in Tibet. The site was founded by Jamyang Choge in 1416, one of Tsongkhapa’s chief disciples.

In the afternoon, visit the monastery of Sera, which, like Drepung, is part of the three great monasteries and its region. Sera Monastery was founded by Jamyang Choge in 1419. The afternoon monk debate is a must experience!

Day 4 from Lhasa to Shigatse
The fourth day is a drive from Lhasa to Gyantsee. On the way, the group will pass the Gampala Pass and tourists will catch a glimpse of Yamdrok-tso Lake. The lake is surrounded by many snow-capped mountains and in the distance you can see the spectacular scenery of the sacred mountain of Nyenchen Khangsar. Nyenchen Khangsar is the highest mountain near Lhasa.

We continue driving west along the lakeshore, towards Gyantse. Gyantse was historically the third largest city in Tibet (after Lhasa and Shigatse). In Gyantse we visit the famous Pelkor Monastery and the Kumbum Chapel in Gyantse.
After an hour and a half drive we arrive in Shigatse, the second largest city in Tibet. In Shigatse we visit Tashilunpo Monastery, home to Tibet’s second largest incarnation of the Panchen Lama.

Overnight in Shigatse.

Day 5 From Shigatse to the main Everest camp
After obtaining our alien travel permits, we leave Shigatse and drive towards Lhatse. Lhatse is a small village where we will have lunch.
We will then drive to Shegar. With clear weather we can already see Mount Everest in the distance.

After a 4-6 hour drive, we arrive at Rongbuk Monastery. On the way to the monastery, we pass one of the tallest solas in Tibet (Pang la sola 5 050 m). From the pass you can see all five highest points in the world.

Overnight in a tent or in the guesthouse of Rongbuk Monastery.

Day 6 Everest main camp and return to Shigatse
In the morning the sun rises on Mount Everest and you see the spectacular snow-capped Mount Everest in front of you. Rongbuk serves as a lookout point for Mount Everest. Afterwards, you can hike or take a local bus to the main Everest camp (4 km per direction)
After visiting the main camp, you can tour the world’s highest monastic monastery, Ronphu (5,000 m).
In the evening, drive back to Shigatse, where you will also spend the night.

Day 7 From Shigatse to Lhasa
On day seven, we drive along the main road from Shigatse to Lhasa. The total distance is almost 280 km and takes about 6 hours.

Day 8 Departure from Lhasa
Your guide will take you to the airport or train station and assist you on your journey.

Lhasa – Namtso Lake – Yangpach – Lhasa

Day 1 Arrival in Lhasa
On arrival in Lhasa, your guide will welcome you and take you to your hotel. On the way to your hotel you can admire the Yarlung Tsangpo / Bhamaputra River (the longest and largest river in Tibet) and the Lhasa River.

After arriving in Lhasa, you can rest and get used to the mountain air. If you want to go out, head to Potala Square. In the square you can admire the colour-changing fountain and admire the magnificent Potala and its surroundings.
Overnight in Lhasa.

Day 2 Lhasa tour – Potala Palace, Johkang Temple and Barkhor Street
The second day’s tour takes you first to Potala Palace, the Dalai Lama’s winter palace. Tibet’s 33. It was commissioned by the king as early as the 600s. The palace’s most precious collections are the gilded tombs of former Dalai Lamas and the Tibetan 33rd King’s tomb. The Tibetan King’s Meditation Room.

After lunch, you will travel to Jokhang Temple, the 33rd Tibetan temple in Tibet. It was built in the 600’s by the King of Tibet. The purpose of the temple was to spread knowledge about Buddhism. The temple houses one of the most revered objects in Tibetan Buddhism, a statue of the 12-year-old Buddha Shakyamuni. Next to the temple is Barkhor Street, where you can ‘Korata’ (religious walk around a building or mountain) with pilgrims as well as locals. On the same street you can also find souvenirs.

Overnight in Lhasa.

Day 3 Drepunging and Sera Monasteries
In the morning, visit Drepung Monastery, one of the three magnificent Gelug monasteries in Tibet. The site was founded by Jamyang Choge in 1416, one of Tsongkhapa’s chief disciples.

In the afternoon, visit the monastery of Sera, which, like Drepung, is part of the three great monasteries and its region. Sera Monastery was founded by Jamyang Choge in 1419. The afternoon monk debate is a must experience!

Day 4 From Lhasa via Nyenchen Thanglah to Lake Namtso
In the morning, drive from Lhasa to Lake Namtso. On the way you will see Nyenchen Thanglha (snow-capped mountains), many pastoral tents, grazing yaks and sheep living in the dense mountains.

The divine Namtso Lake is one of Tibet’s four sacred lakes and the highest salt lake. A relaxing hike around the lake and on Tashi Island is possible. At night, you can see a magnificent starry sky from the lakeside.

Overnight at the Namtson guesthouse.

Day 5 From Namtso Lake via the hot springs of Yanpachen to Lhasa
Enjoy a bright morning by the lake. In the morning, you can also take an excursion from the lake to Tashi Dori Island and explore the meditation caves. Drive to Dumxung for lunch.

In the afternoon you can enjoy the Yangpachen hot springs (optional) and swim in the outdoor and indoor pools filled with hot spring water.

Departure back to Lhasa. Overnight in Lhasa.

Day 6 From Lhasa to Nyingchi, visit Mila Mountain Pass, Lake Basum
Today we drive from Lhasa to the village of Bay (Nyingchi). On the way we will drive past Mila Pass and arrive at Gamda village.

Then head to Lake Basom tso, 360 km east of Lhasa. Lake Basom Tso is 3 500 metres above sea level, starting at Nyching Tangha Mountain and is a dozen kilometres long. Snow-capped mountains, glacier and trees are reflected on the lake’s surface. There are small islands in the lake, where the Lamaist temple is built.

The journey continues by driving along the Nyiyan river road to Bayi village.

Overnight in Nyingchi.

Day 7 Cypress Reserve – Sekyim Lan pass and Namjia Bawa mountain viewing
Today’s first visit is to the spectacular Cypress Nature Reserve, 15 km from the village of Bay. The Royal Cypress is about 50 metres tall and 2,500 years old.

Afterwards, drive to Sekyim lan Pass and enjoy Namjia Bawa Mountain, visible in the distance. Then continue driving into the lush Luang forest with large trees growing up to 3 700 m above sea level. Distant clouds, snow-capped mountains, endless pine trees and a quiet rustic landscape.
Drive back to Nyingchi. Overnight in Nyingchi.

Day 8 Departure for home

A guide will take you to the airport and assist you on your way to your flight.

Lhasa – Namtso Lake – Gyantse – Shigatse – Lhasa

Day 1 Arrival in Lhasa
On arrival, your guide will welcome you and transfer you to your hotel. On the way to your hotel you can admire the Yarlung Tsangpo / Bhamaputra River (Tibet’s longest and largest river) and the Lhasa River.

After arriving in Lhasa, you can rest and get used to the mountain air. If you want to go out, head to Potala Square. In the square you can admire the colour-changing fountain and the magnificent Potala and its surroundings.

Day 2 Lhasa tour – Potala Palace, Johkang Temple and Barkhor Street
The second day’s tour takes you first to Potala Palace, which was the Dalai Lama’s winter palace. Tibet’s 33. It was commissioned by the king as early as the 600s. The palace’s most valuable collections are the gilded tombs of former Dalai Lamas and the Tibetan 33rd King’s tomb. The meditation room of the Tibetan King.

After lunch, you will travel to Jokhang Temple, the 33rd Tibetan temple in Tibet. The temple was built in the 600’s by the King of Tibet. The purpose of the temple was to spread knowledge about Buddhism. The temple houses one of the most revered objects of Tibetan Buddhism, a statue of the 12-year-old Buddha Shakyamuni. Next to the temple is Barkhor Street, where you can ‘Korata’ (religious walk around a building or mountain) with pilgrims as well as locals. On the same street you can also find souvenirs.

Overnight in Lhasa.

Day 3 Drepunging and Sera Monasteries
In the morning, visit Drepung Monastery, one of the three magnificent Gelug monasteries in Tibet. The site was founded by Jamyang Choge in 1416, one of Tsongkhapa’s chief disciples.

In the afternoon, visit the monastery of Sera, which, like Drepung, is part of the three great monasteries and its region. Sera Monastery was founded by Jamyang Choge in 1419. The afternoon monk debate is a must experience!

Day 4 From Lhasa via Nyenchen Thanglah to Lake Namtso
In the morning, drive from Lhasa to Lake Namtso. On the way you will see Nyenchen Thanglha (snow-capped mountains), many pastoral tents, grazing yaks and sheep living densely in the mountains. The divine Namtso Lake is one of Tibet’s four sacred lakes and the highest salt lake. A relaxing hike around the lake and on Tashi Island is possible. At night, you can see the magnificent starry sky from the lake shore.

Overnight at the Namtson guesthouse.

Day 5 From Lake Namtso via the hot springs of Yanpachen to Lhasa
Enjoy a bright morning by the lake. In the morning, you can also take an excursion from the lake to Tashi Dori Island and explore the meditation caves. Drive to Dumxung for lunch.

In the afternoon you can enjoy the Yangpachen hot springs (optional) and swim in the outdoor and indoor pools filled with hot spring water.

Departure back to Lhasa. Overnight in Lhasa.

Day 6 Gambalan pass, Gyantse, Shigatse

Today we drive from Lhasa to Gyantsee. On the way, the group will pass the Gampala Pass (4 790 m) and tourists will catch a glimpse of Yamdrock-tso Lake (4 400 m). The lake is surrounded by snow-capped mountains and in the distance is the imposing Mount Khangsar (7 191 m), the highest mountain in the vicinity of Lhasa.

We head west along the lake and drive towards Gyantse. Gyantse was historically the third largest city in Tibet (after Lhasa and Shigatse). In Gyantse, we visit the famous Pelkor Monastery.

After half an hour’s drive, we arrive in Shigatse, Tibet’s second largest city.

Overnight in Shigatse.

Day 7 Tashilunpo Monastery, return to Lhasa

In the morning we visit the Tashilunpo Monastery, built in 1447. The monastery houses the world’s largest gold-plated statue of Maitreya and the tombs of all the Panchen Lamas, which contain masses of gold and jewellery.

In the afternoon, drive back to Lhasa. The journey is approximately 280 km and takes 6 hours along the shores of Yarlung Tsangpo/Bhamoutra Lake. The lake is the longest and widest in Tibet.

Overnight in Lhasa.

Day 8 Departure from Lhasa
Your guide will take you to the airport or train station and assist you on your journey.

Lhasa – Yamdrok Lake – Lhasa

Day 1 Arrival in Lhasa
On arrival in Lhasa, your guide will welcome you and take you to your hotel. On the way to your hotel you can admire the Yarlung Tsangpo / Bhamaputra River (the longest and largest river in Tibet) and the Lhasa River.

After arriving in Lhasa, you can rest and get used to the mountain air. If you want to go out, head to Potala Square. In the square you can admire the colour-changing fountain and admire the magnificent Potala and its surroundings.

Overnight in Lhasa.

Day 2 Lhasa tour – Potala Palace, Johkang Temple and Barkhor Street
The second day’s tour takes you first to Potala Palace, which was the Dalai Lama’s winter palace. Tibet’s 33. It was commissioned by the king as early as the 600s. The palace’s most precious collections are the gilded tombs of former Dalai Lamas and the Tibetan 33rd King’s tomb. The Tibetan King’s Meditation Room.

After lunch, you will travel to Jokhang Temple, the 33rd Tibetan temple in Tibet. The temple was built in the 600’s by the King of Tibet. The purpose of the temple was to spread knowledge about Buddhism. The temple houses one of the most revered objects in Tibetan Buddhism, a statue of the 12-year-old Buddha Shakyamuni. Next to the temple is Barkhor Street, where you can ‘Korata’ (religious walk around a building or mountain) with pilgrims as well as locals. On the same street you can also find souvenirs.

Overnight in Lhasa.

Day 3 Drepunging and Sera Monasteries
In the morning, visit Drepung Monastery, one of the three magnificent Gelug monasteries in Tibet. The site was founded by Jamyang Choge in 1416, one of Tsongkhapa’s chief disciples.

In the afternoon, visit the monastery of Sera, which, like Drepung, is part of the three great monasteries and its region. Sera Monastery was founded by Jamyang Choge in 1419. The afternoon monk debate is a must experience!

Day 4 Lhasa – Yamdrok – Lhasa
Today we drive from Lhasa to Yamdrok Lake. The lake is surrounded by numerous snow-capped mountains and the magnificent scenery of Mount Khangsari in the distance. Nyenchen Khangsar is the highest mountain near Lhasa. After the tour, we drive back to Lhasa.

Overnight in Lhasa.

Day 5 Departure from Lhasa
Your guide will take you to the airport or train station and assist you with your departure.

Lhasa – Gyantse – Shigatsu – Everest Base Camp – Tingri – Kathmandu

Day 1 Arrival in Lhasa
On arrival in Lhasa, your guide will welcome you and take you to your hotel. On the way to your hotel you can admire the Yarlung Tsangpo / Bhamaputra River (the longest and largest river in Tibet) and the Lhasa River.

After arriving in Lhasa, you can rest and get used to the mountain air. If you want to go out, head to Potala Square. In the square you can admire the colour-changing fountain and admire the magnificent Potala and its surroundings.

Overnight in Lhasa.

Day 2 Lhasa tour – Potala Palace, Johkang Temple and Barkhor Street
The second day’s tour takes you first to Potala Palace, which was the Dalai Lama’s winter palace. Tibet’s 33. It was commissioned by the king as early as the 600s. The palace’s most precious collections are the gilded tombs of former Dalai Lamas and the Tibetan 33rd King’s tomb. The Tibetan King’s Meditation Room.

After lunch, you will travel to Jokhang Temple, the 33rd Tibetan temple in Tibet. The temple was built in the 600’s by the King of Tibet. The purpose of the temple was to spread knowledge about Buddhism. The temple houses one of the most revered objects in Tibetan Buddhism, a statue of the 12-year-old Buddha Shakyamuni. Next to the temple is Barkhor Street, where you can ‘Korata’ (religious walk around a building or mountain) with pilgrims as well as locals. On the same street you can also find souvenirs.

Overnight in Lhasa.

Day 3 Drepunging and Sera Monasteries
In the morning, visit Drepung Monastery, one of the three magnificent Gelug monasteries in Tibet. The site was founded by Jamyang Choge in 1416, one of Tsongkhapa’s chief disciples.

In the afternoon, visit the monastery of Sera, which, like Drepung, is part of the three great monasteries and its region. Sera Monastery was founded by Jamyang Choge in 1419. The afternoon monk debate is a must experience!

Day 4 From Lhasa to Shigatse
Let’s drive from Lhasa to Gyantsee. On the way we pass the Gampala Pass and catch a glimpse of Yamdrok-tso Lake. The lake is surrounded by snow-capped mountains and in the distance you can see the mighty Holy Nyecnhe Khangsar Mountain. Nyenchen Khangsar is the highest mountain (7,191m) in the Lhasa region.

We continue driving west along the lakeshore, towards Gyantse. Gyantse was historically the third largest city in Tibet, after Lhasa and Shigatse. In Gyantse we visit the famous Pelkor Monastery (Gyantse Kumbum). The Kumbum has nine floors, each with a unique chapel. Kumbum is considered the largest stupa in Tibet.

Overnight in Shigatse.

Day 5 From Shigatse via Tingri to Everest
After obtaining our alien travel permits, we set off towards Lhatse. Lhatse is a small village where we can have lunch.
After lunch we will drive 4-6 hours until we arrive at Rongbuk Monastery. During the drive we will see one of the highest hills in Tibet; Pang La Pass. From the pass you can see the five highest mountain peaks in the world.

Overnight in a tent or in the guesthouse of Rongbuk Monastery.

Day 6 From Old Tingri to Kathmandu
In the morning you can see how the sun rises over Mount Everest. From Rongbuk you have a great view of Everest. After admiring the mountain, you can hike or take a bus to Everest Base Camp (4 km/way).
After the base camp excursion, a visit to Rongphu, the highest monastery in the world. After the monastery, we drive to Old Tingri, where you can enjoy a spectacular view of the entire Himalayan range.

Overnight in Tingri.

Day 7 Gyirong Gate – Kathmandu
In the morning we start driving towards the border – Gyirong Gate. On the way to the border we pass the Nyalam Pass. In the afternoon we arrive at the border and transfer to Kathmandu.

Our guide will drop you off at the border bridge.