Leading the Way from Lhasa to Nepal-Lhasa-Shigatse-Mt Everest-Nepal

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Highlights

With this small group, you can head straight from Lhasa to the coiling scorpion-lake of Yamdrok and the glacier-draped Karo-la pass to Gyantse. Then a 90-minutes drive away is Shigatse with its impressive Tashilumpu Monastery. The most popular excursion from the road is to Rongbuk Monastery and Everest Base Camp.

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Day 01
Destinations: Arrive in Lhasa
Activities:Welcome to the “Roof of the World.” On your arrival to Tibet, we will meet you at the airport or train station and transfer you to the hotel . Plan on taking it slow the rest of today, so you can adjust to the altitude. Remember to drink plenty of water and get plenty of sleep for the long journey ahead.
We will arrange 3 star hotel as accommodation.
Meals: Breakfast

Day 02
Destinations: Tour of Lhasa
Activities:This morning you’ll wind your way up through the stunning, awe-inspiring PotalaPalace. Built in 637 AD by SongtsenGampo, it was the former winter residence for the Dalai Lamas and is truly a splendor of Eastern architecture. Next, visit the JokhangTemple, the center of Tibetan Buddhism, also built in the 7th century on the legendary pond of “Wothang.” Later after lunch, witness the famous debate sessions by the monks at Sera Monastery. And finish the day by taking a Kora around the Barkhor. Test your bartering skills with the locals in this push-and-shove economy.
We will arrange 3 star hotel as accommodation.
Meals: Breakfast

Day 03
Destinations: Shigatse
Activities:In the morning you’ll start the drive to Shigatse, via Gyantse on the Southern Friendship Highway. Crossing over the summit of Kamba La (4794 m), you’ll see the tranquil turquoise waters of Lake Yamdrok below; one of the three holiest lakes in Tibet. Far in the distance you’ll spot the towering Mt.NojinKangtsang (7191 m), and the staggering Karo-la Glacier (5045 m). Afterwards, you’ll drive to Shigatse, and overnight there.
We will arrange 3 star hotel as accommodation.
Meals: Breakfast

Day 04
Destinations: Mt.Everest
Activities:This morning you’ll have a chance to visit Tashilumpu Monastery, the home of the Panchen Lama, which is essentially a walled town with cobbled and twisting lanes that revolve around a magnificent monastery. Then be driven to Rongbuk Monastery (optional), the highest monastery in the world. This evening you’ll have the intoxicating view of Mt.Everest. Overnight in local guesthouse or tent.
Meals: Breakfast

Day 05
Destinations: Tingri
Activities:Wake this morning below the stunning north face of Mt. Everest, (8848) the tallest mountain on earth. After breakfast, drive the remaining 8 km to visit Everest Base Camp. Then, drive forward to Old Tingri, where you could enjoy the fabulous views of the 4 peaks above 8,000 meters on earth including Mt. Everest, Luozi, Makalu, Zhuoayou, which are all competing to stand up higher than other peaks on earth.
We will arrange 3 star hotel as accommodation.
Meals: Breakfast

Day 06
Destinations: Transfer to Kodari Border and see off
Activities:In the morning, transfer to the Kodari Border, our guide will help you go through the formalities of China Customs and apply for your Nepali visa, then you need to cross the Friendship Bridge to Nepali side by yourself.
Tips for Nepali Visa:
In Kodari it’s possible to get a Nepali visa. For a single entry visa for 60 days, it costs US$30 cash or the equivalent in rupees; for a GRATIS visa, it is for all tourists who visit Nepal for 3 days or less, or for tourists of SAARC countries and People's Republic of China. And passport size 02 copies of photo are required while applying at any entry points.
Notice：Please notice the size of this group tour should be at least 2 people, if you make the reservation just for one person, please don't make the payment right now and wait for our further confirmation to make the payment.
For the Nepal tour you may do it by yourself or we are also able to offer you a private tour.
Meals: Breakfast

Price Includes

? Hotel accommodation in twin shared room with daily breakfast. Meals as specified in the itinerary (B=Breakfast L=Lunch D=Dinner). Domestic flights, trains or buses as specified in the itinerary Airport tax and fuel fee. Join in car/coach for transfers service and sightseeing program as indicated in the itinerary. Local English-speaking tour guide for transfers and sightseeing program as indicated in each city. Entrance fees to scenic spots as indicated in the itinerary. Service charge and government Taxes.

Price Excludes

Entry or exit China international airfare or train tickets. Air tickets or train tickets which are not specified in the itinerary on the first arrival day and last departure day. Hotel room/cruise cabin single supplement. Personal expenses such as laundry, drinks, fax, telephone call, optional activities, etc. Gratuities to the tour guide, driver and hotel bellboy. You are strongly recommended to tip the excellent services offered by the guide and the driver from 50USD. National tour guide accompany from the arrival city to the departure city in China. Excess baggage charges. Fees for entry visa to China. Traveler insurance. Services not mentioned in the itinerary

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No Cancellation Fees if written cancellation notice is received more than 30 days prior to tour departure!

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