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 stop by the world’s highest monastery – Rongbuk Monastery. And then drive along the Himalayan ranges to the Nepal border, you will see clear views of Mt. Lhotse (8516m), Makalu (8485m), Mt.Cho Oyu (8201m), Mt. Shishapangma (8027m).etc. Stop by Peikutso Lake, a stunning alpine lake in the far west Tibet.

Route: Lhasa ⇒ Yamdrok Yumtso Lake ⇒ Gyantse ⇒ Shigatse ⇒ Rongbuk Monastery ⇒ Mt. Everest’s North Face ⇒ view of Mt. Cho-Oyu ⇒ view of Mt. Shishapangma ⇒ Peikutso Lake ⇒ Kyirong county ⇒ Kyirong town ⇒ cross border


Highlights

  • Historic sites of Lhasa
  • Turquoise Yamdrok Lake
  • Mt. Everest’s North Face
  • Kyirong Nepal border

 

Details

  • 8-day trip begins Lhasa, Tibet and ends at the Nepal border
  • 7 nights in hotels
  • Altitude from 3000-5200m

 


Tour Costs

Departures

  • Private group: year-round
  • Group Tour: August 31st – September 7th 2020