Are you looking to join a group trip to Tibet? Do you already have a group, but are looking for another member to join? Traveling to Tibet with like-minded others helps lower costs and creates more fun for all!

Many travelers opt to join a group or welcome other travelers into their group as a way of splitting the costs of hiring a guide and driver. For those looking for a group, we recommend posting on our Looking for Travel Companions blog page, in addition to posting on online travel forums like the Lonely Planet Thorntree Forum.

Groups tend to come together about a month to a few weeks before the trip starts. If you contact us early on looking for a group, check back with us about a month before your departure date to see if we have any groups forming.

We can add travelers to a group as long as there is time to process the permits.

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If you are on a budget and looking for a group to share the costs. We have two groups every month setting for the following tours:

Himalayan Journey Tour - Lhasa -Mt.Everest-Nepal Border /Duration 9 Days

Depart date: 15th and 30th of every month from April -November

Journey through the Himalayas, traveling from Lhasa all the way to the Nepal border. Starting in the Tibetan capital, explore the countless rooms of the grand Potala Palace, receive a blessing from the Jowo Buddha at the holy Jokhang Temple, and barter with locals at the lively Barkhor market. At the edges of the Lhasa valley, visit the famous Drepung Monastery and watch monks debate at Sera Monastery. Drive to the stunning, turquoise Yamdrok Lake before heading to Gyantse and the giant Buddha of Shigatse. Continue on to Mt. Everest, hike up to Base Camp, and then drive along the Himalayan ranges to the Nepal border.

Incredible Everest Tour - Lhasa - EBC - Lhasa / Duration 9 Days.

Depart date: 5th and 20th of every month from April -November

In this tried-and-true trip to the best locations in and around Lhasa, get a glimpse of both modern and traditional life in the Tibetan capital. Rub shoulders with pilgrims in the crowded Barkhor market, offer a butter lamp at the holy Jokhang temple, and peek into the treasure store rooms of the Potala Palace. Watch monks debate Buddhist philosophy at Sera Monastery and hike the monastery’s traditional kora path. At Drepung Monastery, explore the mysterious temple of the Nechung Oracle. Outside of Lhasa, visit the traditional town of Gyantse and go to see the giant Buddha in Shigatse. Drive over rocky mountains and through picturesque valleys on the way to Rongbuk Monastery, the highest monastery in the world. From Rongbuk, head to Mt. Everest and hike up to Base Camp before taking a scenic route back to Lhasa.

Highlights
  Historic sites of Lhasa, Beautiful countryside scenery and Everest Base Camp

Details
  9-day trip begins and ends in Lhasa, Tibet, 8 nights in hotels and guesthouses, Altitude from 3000-5200m

Tour Costs
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Departures
  Year-round

Please check out travellers who are looking for travel partners on our Travel Forum Looking for Travel Companions to Tibet

If your schedule and interests meet following groups, please feel free to join them. We will close each tour 15 days before your departure time.

Group 1. Lhasa -Mt.Everest -Lhasa (7 days)
Depart date: May 21st,2013   2 people confirmed(David and Anne)

Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive in Lhasa [3658m]

Welcome to Lhasa! Transfer to your hotel and get settled.

Day 2: Lhasa

In the morning, visit the Potala Palace, the greatest monumental structure in all of Tibet. The Potala is 13 stories high and holds countless treasures in its many rooms. Built in 637 AD, the Potala has been home to the Dalai Lama lineage for more than a thousand years. Also visit the Jokhang Temple, the holiest temple in all of Tibet. From the rooftop you will see pilgrims from all over Tibet prostrating in front to the Jowo Buddha statue inside the monastery. Afterwards, walk through the Barkhor, a famous shopping street filled with goods and souvenirs from Tibet, Nepal, and India. Spend some time drinking sweet tea in a traditional tea house located on a rooftop overlooking the bustling Barkhor.

Day 3: Lhasa – Yamdrok Lake – Gyantse – Shigatse [3836m], 350km, 7 hours

Beginning your adventure in the Himalayas, drive to Gyantse. Along the way cross over the Kamba la (4794m) and the Karo la passes (5010m).which boast spectacular views. After Kamba la, arrive at Yamdrok Lake, a holy turquoise-colored lake with stunning scenery. In Gyantse, visit Pelkor Monastery and Kumbum Stupa (100 Thousand Buddha Pagoda), both of which were built in the 15th century and are located on the northwestern edge of town. In the afternoon, drive the final 90km stretch to Shigatse, the second largest city in Tibet.

Day 4: Shigatse – Sakya - Shegar (New Tingri) [4500m], 240km, 4 hours

In the morning, see the giant Maitreya Buddha in the famous Tashilhunpo Monastery. Then drive to Shegar over Tso-La pass (4500m) and Gyatso-La pass (5252m). On the way, if time allows, make an excursion to visit Sakya Monastery (4280m). In the afternoon arrive in Shegar. Visit Shegar Monastery or climb up the ruins of Shegar Dzong for beautiful views. Overnight in Shegar.

Day 5: Shegar – Rongbuk monastery [5000m] – Everest Base Camp [5250m], Back to Lhatse

After passing through scenic valleys and driving over rocky mountains, you will reach Rongbuk Monastery, where you will have a fabulous view of Mt. Everest. Rongbuk monastery is the highest monastery in the world. Rongbuk Monastery to Everest is about 8km, and along the way you there are spectacular views of the world’s tallest mountain. Then drive back to Lhatse or Shigatse

Day 6: Lhatse - Lhasa, 430km, 9 hours

Once back in Lhasa, spend some time strolling through the alleys of the old Tibetan quarter and peeking into any workshops or stores that interest you. Take the opportunity to dine on local cuisine, revisit a favorite restaurant, or scout out a delicious place to have supper.

Day 7: Depart Lhasa

Say goodbye to Tibet!

Group 2. Lhasa -Mt.Everest -Lhasa (7 days)

Depart date: Between May 15th - 21st,2013   2 people signed (Agustina and Cesar)

Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive in Lhasa [3658m]

Welcome to Lhasa! Transfer to your hotel and get settled.

Day 2: Lhasa

In the morning, visit the Potala Palace, the greatest monumental structure in all of Tibet. The Potala is 13 stories high and holds countless treasures in its many rooms. Built in 637 AD, the Potala has been home to the Dalai Lama lineage for more than a thousand years. Also visit the Jokhang Temple, the holiest temple in all of Tibet. From the rooftop you will see pilgrims from all over Tibet prostrating in front to the Jowo Buddha statue inside the monastery. Afterwards, walk through the Barkhor, a famous shopping street filled with goods and souvenirs from Tibet, Nepal, and India. Spend some time drinking sweet tea in a traditional tea house located on a rooftop overlooking the bustling Barkhor.

Day 3: Lhasa

Visit Drepung, one of the three most famous monasteries in Lhasa. Drepung is located just outside Lhasa on Gambo Utse Mountain. Once home to as many as 10,000 monks, the enormous monastic complex is the site of many prayer halls, dormitories, and temples. Just below the monastery is the Nechung temple, the former home of the state oracle. Afterwards, visit Sera monastery, where you can watch monks debate in the courtyard. If you enjoy hiking, walk the hour-long circumambulation path around the monastery complex.

Day 4: Lhasa – Yamdrok Lake – Gyantse – Shigatse [3836m], 350km, 7 hours

Beginning your adventure in the Himalayas, drive to Gyantse. Along the way cross over the Kamba la (4794m) and the Karo la passes (5010m).which boast spectacular views. After Kamba la, arrive at Yamdrok Lake, a holy turquoise-colored lake with stunning scenery. In Gyantse, visit Pelkor Monastery and Kumbum Stupa (100 Thousand Buddha Pagoda), both of which were built in the 15th century and are located on the northwestern edge of town. In the afternoon, drive the final 90km stretch to Shigatse, the second largest city in Tibet.

Day 5: Shigatse – Sakya - Shegar (New Tingri) [4500m], 240km, 4 hours

In the morning, drive to Shegar (4350m) over Tso-La pass (4500m) and Gyatso-La pass (5252m). On the way, if time allows, make an excursion to visit Sakya Monastery (4280m). Sakya Monastery is unique because of its medieval Mongolian architecture. Walk up the kora path alongside the monastery to see the ruins of the older buildings, from which you can see great views of the monastery and surrounding valley. In the afternoon arrive in Shegar. Visit Shegar Monastery or climb up the ruins of Shegar Dzong for beautiful views. Overnight in Shegar.

Day 6: Shegar – Rongbuk Monastery [5000m] – Everest Base Camp [5250m], 100km, 8 hours

After passing through scenic valleys and driving over rocky mountains, you will reach Rongbuk Monastery, where you will have a fabulous view of Mt. Everest. Rongbuk monastery is the highest monastery in the world. Rongbuk Monastery to Everest is about 8km, and along the way there are spectacular views of the world’s tallest mountain. You can either take a two-hour hike or ride a bus to Everest Base Camp. Stay the night in a warm yak-hair tent guesthouse run by a Tibetan family. (Alternative accommodation: Rongbuk Monastery Guesthouse). If you feel uncomfortable to sleep at EBC due to altitude, you can drive down to Old Tingri to over night there.

Day 7: Everest Base Camp – Nepal border (Zhangmu) [2300m], 240km, 8 hours
You will see spectacular Himalayan ranges along the way to Nepal border. Once at the border, cross over, pass through immigration and continue on to Kathmandu, or return to Lhasa.

“Lhasa area” = starts and ends in Lhasa

“Lhasa - Nepal” = starts in Lhasa and ends at the Nepal border

Name	Locations	Approx.  Start Date	Notes
Nathan(2)	Lhasa-EBC-Lhasa	April 27th	from Australia
Monica(2)	Taste of Lhasa	May 17th	from USA
Hal(1)	Lhasa-Nepal border	April 5-10th	from USA
Harri(2)	Lhasa-Nepal border	Sept 4-5th	from Finland, via EBC tour
Lesllie	Lhasa-EBC-Lhasa	April 20th	from USA
Jocelyn	Lhasa - Nepal border	Early or middle of May	from USA, via EBC tour
Mariah(2)	Lhasa - Nepal border	Early or mid of Sept	from USA, via EBC tour
Tobias(2)	Lhasa-EBC-Lhasa	May 5-20th	from Germany
Kate	Lhasa - Nepal border	April 5-25th	entry from Kathmandu, Nepal
Yuriy	Lhasa -EBC-Lhasa	Oct 18	from USA
Josephine(2)	Mt.Kailash	May 2nd	from Singapore and entry from Kathmandu

 

We are forming up a group for following itinerary and dates:

Group 1.  Lhasa -EBC -Lhasa,  June 15-20th

Itinerary:
Day 1. Arrive Lhasa
Day 2. Lhasa
Day 3. Lhasa
Day 4. Lhasa- Gyantse -Shigatse
Day 5. Shigatse -Sakya - Shegar
Day 6. Shegar -EBC
Day 7. EBC - Lhatse
Day 8. Back to Lhasa
Day 9. Depart Lhasa

Already 2 people signed and confirmed above itinerary.

Group 2. Lhasa - EBC - Nepal border, Beginning of September:

Itinerary:

Day 1. Arrive Lhasa
Day 2. Lhasa
Day 3. Lhasa
Day 4. Lhasa
Day 5. Lhasa- Gyantse
Day 6. Gyantse - Shigatse
Day 7. Shigatse - Sakya - Shegar
Day 8. Shegar -EBC
Day 9. EBC - Border

Already 2 people confirmed and depart guaranteed

Group 3. June 5th. Depart date fixed

Itinerary: June 5th   Lhasa-Kailash-Kathmandu/Lhasa (12 days)
Day 1: Arrive to Lhasa
Day 2: Lhasa
Day 3: Lhasa
Day 4: Samye-Yamdrok Lake-Gyantse-Shigatse
Day 5: Shigatse-Saga
Day 6: Saga-Old Drongba-Paryang-Darchen
Day 7: Kailash kora day 1
Day 8: Kailash kora day 2
Day 9: Kailash kora day 3 - return to Darchen or Manasarovar
Day 10: Darchen/Manasarovar-Saga
Day 11: Saga-Shigatse
Day 12: Shigatse-airport transfer, end of tour or to Lhasa
Day 13. Depart Lhasa

1 people signed above tour

Group 4. June 2nd   Lhasa-Samye-Guge-Kailash-Kathmandu/Lhasa (17-18 days)  

Depart date is fixed 

Itinerary:
Day 1: Arrive to Lhasa
Day 2: Lhasa
Day 3: Lhasa
Day 4: Lhasa-Samye
Day 5: Samye-Yamdrok Lake-Gyantse-Shigatse
Day 6: Shigatse-Saga
Day 7: Saga-Old Drongba-Paryang-Manasarovar
Day 8: Manasarovar-Tirthapuri
Day 9: Tirthapuri-Guge
Day 10: Guge-Dungkhar-Pyang-Darchen
Day 11: Kailash kora day 1
Day 12: Kailash kora day 2
Day 13: Kailash kora day 3 - return to Darchen or Manasarovar
Day 14: Darchen/Manasarovar-Saga
Day 15: Saga-Sakya
Day 16: Sakya-Shigatse
Day 17: Shigatse-airport transfer, end of tour