Lhasa EBC Overland Tour - 13 days
Highlight
● Scenic flight to Lhasa.
● Explore caves, fascinating gompas, artistic monasteries, exotic cities, and palaces.
● Visit the famous Potala Palace.
● Visit Ramoche Monastery, Sera Monastery, and Jokhang Monastery.
● Explore the summer palace of Dalai Lama, Norbulingka.
● Get to see beautiful landscape.
● Witness stunning views of Mt. Everest, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Cho Oyu, etc.
Lhasa EBC Overland Tour is crafted to present you both irresistible beauty of the Himalayas as well as the rich cultural heritage of Tibet. Located at the highest plateau on Earth, Tibet is also known as the roof of the world. If you are someone who does not have enough time to go on long EBC trek then Everest Base Camp to Lhasa Overland Tour is the perfect option for you. Not only will you get to stand at the foot of the world's highest mountain, Mt. Everest, but also get to explore Tibet and its ancient towns. Moreover, Kathmandu Lhasa Overland Tour does not involve any kind of tough climbing or whatsoever. You will be driving up to the base camp.
During Lhasa EBC Overland Tour, you will cross the high desert plateau, traverse caves, enthralling gompas, artistic monasteries, exotic towns, hidden valleys, and palaces. Along with that, you will get to see spectacular views of Mt. Everest (8,848 m), Mt. Cho Oyu (8,201 m), Mt. Lhotse (8,516 m), Mt. Shishapangma (8,013 m), etc. You will explore places like Potala Palace built in 637 AD by King Songtsen Gampo. It is the former home of the Dalai Lama on top of a single hill. Likewise, you will visit Ramoche Monastery and then to Norbulingka. Norbulingka is the summer palace of Dalai Lama. Similarly, your visit to Sera Monastery and Jokhang Monastery will take you back in time.
We Peak Explorer have designed our Lhasa Tour package to present you incredible Himalayan landscape views and ancient monasteries. Lhasa EBC Overland Tour package is an ideal option for anyone interested to know about the Tibetans and their beliefs.
Culture & Ethnic Diversity
Tibetans are the main ethnic group of people residing here. Most of them follow Tibetan Buddhism, where some follow indigenous Bon religion and minorities are Muslim. They have their own ancient art, culture, tradition, values, ethics, cuisine, and architecture. Losar, Shoton, Linka, and the Bathing Festival are the major festivals. You will find many monasteries, temples, and dzongs during the journey that will show you the cultural richness of the area.
Natural Aptitude
On Lhasa EBC Overland Tour, you will come across low subtropical vegetation to alpine vegetation. You will see a wide range of flora on the way. Driving along with dense forests, you will reach high up where you will only see snow-capped Himalayan mountains.
Lhasa EBC Overland Tour difficulty
Lhasa EBC Overland Tour 13 days is an easy journey as the trip does not include any walking whatsoever. You will be driving all the time from one place to another. There is no involvement of carrying heavy backpacks, steep ascending or descending. People who suffer from motion sickness can find the journey a little exhausting as you will be spending 5 to 6 hours in a jeep/car every day. Take medication beforehand and drink plenty of water.
Altitude Sickness and Prevention
High altitude journey always includes the risk of high altitude sickness also known as Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS). However, during the Tour to Lhasa from Kathmadnu, the chances of getting altitude sickness are very low because you will be spending nights in the lower elevation. Even when you reach the base of the world's highest mountain, Mt. Everest (8,848 m), you will spend the night in the lower elevation.
Transportation and Bag Pack
Lhasa EBC Overland Tour begins with a drive to Syabrubesi and then to Kyirong. From here, you will drive through many villages and towns and reach Everest Base Camp. After spending some time here, you will drive to Sakya, Shigatse, and Lhasa.
Food and Accommodation during Lhasa EBC Overland Tour
During your Lhasa EBC Overland Tour, you will stay overnight in the guesthouse/lodge. The room will be pretty nice and cozy in the towns with private washrooms. For food, you will find a wide range of Tibetan, Chinese, Continental, Indian food almost everywhere in the main town. Likewise, on the way, you can find snacks, bars, cold drinks, etc.
Best time to go on Lhasa EBC Overland Tour
The best time to go on Lhasa EBC Tour is during autumn and spring. Autumn from October to November and Spring from April to May is the peak time of the year when a tourist visits Tibet. The clear sky and pleasant weather make the journey more joyous. Even winter is also a great time to travel to Tibet. Regardless of the cold, the views are prominent, and you will get to see the winter lifestyle of locals and nomads.
Lhasa EBC Overland Tour cost
Lhasa EBC Overland Tour cost can differ as per the company you are traveling with and the services you are having during the journey. We, Peak Explorer have designed our Lhasa EBC Overland Tour itinerary to let you experience the thrill of Everest region and cultural richness of Lhasa. We have a wide range of packages to suit everyone's pocket and needs. Get in touch with us and share your requirements and budget, we will definitely find something for you
Miscellaneous
● Collect adequate information on the weather and temperature.
● Get yourself a good guide book.
● Pack light.
● Maintain body hydration, you don't want to get sick and lazy.
● Walk slow.
● Carry hand cash.
● Do not get obsessed over network and internet.
Day 1-4: Preparation for Trip
From your day of arrival to the fourth day, you will be preparing for the trip and also explore Kathmandu. You will visit several UNESCO World Heritage Sites and other tourist places. Preparation includes taking all the permits and completing visa works. You will arrange gears along with the help of your guide. On the first day, you will have a welcome dinner organized by the company. Other days only breakfast will be provided.
Day 5: Kathmandu to Syabrubesi (137km, 7 hrs)
Today, you will drive to Syabrubesi. The drive will be long and scenic. Upon reaching Syabrubesi, you will explore around and end your day with a delicious dinner.
Day 6: Syabrubesi to Kyirong (40km, 4-5hrs)
After a quick breakfast, you will drive to Kerung/Kyrong border that is 15 km away from Syabrubesi. After completing some formality, you will further drive for an hour to reach your last stop. You will later visit Paba Temple located at 2,850 m. It is a Gelugpa temple built by Tibetan King Songtsen Gampo on the request of his beloved Nepali wife, Princess Bhrikuti.
Day 7: Kyirong to EBC
Today, the drive will take you to Everest Base Camp passing through Peikutso Lake. On the way, you will visit the highest Rongbuk monastery, at Rongbuk. Throughout the drive, you will get to see excellent views of the Himalayan mountains and tempting landscape. After spending some time at the base camp, you will drive to Tingri for a night stay.
Day 8: Everest Base Camp to Sakya
Along with enjoying breath-taking sceneries, you will drive to Sakya. If the weather is clear, you will witness superb views of Mt. Everest and several other mountains. Crossing torrent and lofty mountains, you will pass by wild grassland and reach Sakya.
Day 9: Sakya to Shigatse
You will visit the Sakya monastery established in 1073 is the principal monastery of the Sakya sect of Tibetan Buddhism. This monastery is the seat of the Panchen Lama, Tibet's second highest incarnation. After that, you will drive to Shigatse, where you will visit the famous Tashi Lhunpo monastery. This monastery holds the largest statue of Jampa (future Buddha) in the world.
Day 10: Shigatse to Lhasa via Gyantse
After a quick breakfast, you will begin driving towards Gyantse is a traditional town in between Lhasa and Shigatse. From here, you will cross Karola Pass (5,015 m) and Kambala Pass (4,785 m) along with gorgeous Yamdrok Lake and Brahmaputra (a river) to reach Lhasa.
Day 11: Lhasa Tour - Potala Palace and Johkang Temple
It is a sightseeing day in Lhasa. You will visit the famous Potala Palace built in 637 AD by King Songtsen Gampo. It is the former home of the Dalai Lama on top of a single hill. From here, you will visit Ramoche Monastery and then to Norbulingka. Norbulingka is the summer palace of Dalai Lama. It is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the largest man-made garden in Tibet.
Day 12: Lhasa Tour - Sera & Drepung Monastery
This day is also dedicated to sightseeing in Lhasa. After a delicious breakfast, you will drive 5 km north of Lhasa to visit the most beautiful monastery of Lhasa, Sera Monastery. Back in time, this monastery used to be a shelter for more than 5,000 monks. Further, you will visit Jokhang Monastery. Here, you will see the golden relic of Sakyamuni Buddha, gifted by Chinese Princess Wen Cheng on the occasion of her wedding to the Tibetan King Songtsen Gampo. Later, in the day, you will explore Barkhor Market and end your day doing shopping.
Day 13: Depart from Lhasa
Today, you will head back to Kathmandu or your next destination. One of our representatives will drop you at the airport as per the further plan.
What is Include ?
● Arrival & Departure transportation.
● Guided sightseeing in Kathmandu.
● Accommodation in 3 or 4-star hotel in Kathmandu
Lhasa:
● Kathmandu to Lhasa flight.
● Airport transfer.
● Twin sharing accommodation up to Saga in a standard hotel with breakfast.
● All guided sightseeing tour and entrances.
● Land cruiser Jeep from Lhasa to Saga.
Kailash:
● Kodari – Kathmandu Transfer by Coach.
● 4500 Model Japanese Land cruiser (4 people in 1 Jeep Basis) on Tibet side.
● Support Truck.
● English Speaking Guide.
● Sharing accommodation at Guest Houses & Camping as per Itinerary.
● Trekking Staff Nepali Team Leader.
● Cooks and Sherpa.
● Full board vegetarian meals.
● Camping equipment comprising of Two-men tents/ mattresses / Dining & Kitchen Tents, Sleeping bags, Toilet Tents, Oxygen, Satellite Phone, Yaks & Yak-men for luggage during Kailash Parikrama.
● All permits and Tibet/China Visa fee
What is Exclude ?
● Travel Insurance.
● Evacuation cost.
● Yak and Porter for personal using.
● An additional charge of Serlung Gompa drive.
● Nepal re-entry visa fee (expect Indian Passport Holders).
● Water bottle.
● Tipping to drivers/porters/guides.
● Personal expenses
● Warm jacket.
● Good leather or waterproof fabric boots or shoes with good soles.
● Waterproof jacket.
● Sunglasses.
● Warm hat.
● sunhat and sunscreen.
Group Joining Trips
| Depature Date | Price | Trip Status | |
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Mar 5 | 4399 $ | Guaranteed | |
Mar 9 | 4399 $ | Guaranteed | |
Mar 15 | 4399 $ | Guaranteed | |
Mar 21 | 4399 $ | Guaranteed | |
Mar 27 | 4399 $ | Guaranteed | |
Mar 29 | 4399 $ | Guaranteed | |
Apr 3 | 4399 $ | Guaranteed | |
Apr 7 | 4399 $ | Guaranteed | |
Apr 11 | 4399 $ | Guaranteed | |
Apr 17 | 4399 $ | Guaranteed | |
Apr 23 | 4399 $ | Guaranteed | |
Apr 27 | 4399 $ | Guaranteed | |
Apr 29 | 4399 $ | Guaranteed | |
May 3 | 4399 $ | Guaranteed | |
May 5 | 4399 $ | Guaranteed | |
May 9 | 4399 $ | Guaranteed | |
May 15 | 4399 $ | Guaranteed | |
May 19 | 4399 $ | Guaranteed | |
Oct 2 | 4399 $ | Guaranteed | |
Oct 7 | 4399 $ | Guaranteed | |
Oct 9 | 4399 $ | Guaranteed | |
Oct 12 | 4399 $ | Guaranteed | |
Oct 15 | 4399 $ | Guaranteed | |
Oct 19 | 4399 $ | Guaranteed | |
Oct 25 | 4399 $ | Guaranteed | |
Nov 1 | 4399 $ | Guaranteed | |
Nov 7 | 4399 $ | Guaranteed | |
Nov 15 | 4399 $ | Guaranteed | |
Nov 19 | 4399 $ | Guaranteed | |
Nov 23 | 4399 $ | Guaranteed | |
Nov 29 | 4399 $ | Guaranteed | |
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Group Discount
| Person | Price ( USD $) |
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5 Paxes | 4199$ |
10 Paxes | 4099$ |
Package Review
Trip Duration :
13Days
Difficulty :
Moderate
Max Altitude :
5150m
Meals :
Berakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Best Season :
Spring and Autumn
We offer group discount
| Person | Price ( USD $) |
|---|---|
5 paxes | 4199$ |
10 paxes | 4099$ |