7 Days Lhasa to Kathmandu Overland Small Group Tibet Tour via EBC

Recommended by 100% of travelers

Tibet, China

7 days (approx.)
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

Overview

Experience the highlights of Tibet on this week-long overland journey from Lhasa to the Gyirong border with Nepal. Discover the highlights of Lhasa with your guide, including Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, Barkor Street, Drepung Monastery, and Sera Monastery. On the way to the Gyirong border, visit Shigatse, Gyantse, and Everest Base Camp. The tour includes hotel pickup and handles complicated logistics like Tibet travel permits and visas, so you can focus on enjoying the experience.

Hassle-free way to see the highlights of Lhasa and Tibet
Includes accommodation, one welcome dinner, and breakfasts
Travel in comfort by van or minibus, with guide, oxygen tank, and hotel pickup
From the border, you can arrange to take a jeep to Kathmandu
A small group size means a more personalized experience

What's Included

Tibet Travel Permit and other necessary permits for Tibet
The Chinese Visa invitation letter if needed
Transportation by comfortable van or minibus with experienced local driver (gasoline is included)
English-speaking Local Tibetan tour guide
Service Charge & Government Taxes
Drinking water Provided during the trip; Tourist accident/casualty insurance
Tibet Handy Map
Lhasa Airport/Train Station pick up and drop off on designated time
3-star hotels based on twin-sharing, guests houses dorm bed
Oxygen provided in tourist vehicle to guarantee the health of guests
Entrance ticket fee of all tourist sites listed in the itinerary, Everest Base Camp Echo bus
platform service fee.
Breakfast (6)

Breakfast

Nepal jeep transfer from Gyirong border to Kathmandu. 130Km.
The single supplement is not included in the tour cost.
Lunches and dinners
Flight/train ticket to Lhasa(we can help if need)

Meeting and Pickup

You can head directly to your preferred meeting point, or request pickup.

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

Upon arrival, our Tibetan guide will greet you at the airport or train station. You'll then be transferred to your hotel in downtown Lhasa. Along the way, you can enjoy the spectacular scenery of Yarlung Tsangpo River, Lhasa River, and the typical Tibetan villages. After arriving at the hotel, take some time to rest and acclimate to the high altitude. It's helpful to take it easy for the first few days and remember to stay hydrated by drinking water. Please note that there will be no sightseeing scheduled for today.

Meeting points

Select a meeting point

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Operating hours
.9:00 am

Itinerary

Day 1

Arrival in Lhasa, Lhasa Airport/Train Station pick up.

1 Stop

Lhasa (Pass By)

Accommodation: Overnight at XinDing hotel or smilar, 3 Star

Meals: Not included

Day 2

Lhasa Tour - Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, Barkhor Street

3 Stops

Potala Palace

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Jokhang Temple

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Barkhor Street

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Accommodation: Overnight at XinDing hotel or smilar, 3 Star

Meals: Breakfast

Day 3

Lhasa Tour - Drepung Monastery and Sera Monastery

2 Stops

Sera Monastery

2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Drepung Monastery (Zhebang Si)

3 hours • Admission Ticket Not Included

Accommodation: Overnight at XinDing hotel or smilar, 3 Star

Meals: Breakfast

Day 4

Lhasa (3650m) to Shigatse(3900m) via Gyantse

2 Stops

Yamdrok Yumtso Lake

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Karo La Glacier

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Accommodation: Overnight in Shgiatse Shigayangcha Hotel, 3 Star

Meals: Breakfast

Day 5

Shigatse(3900m) to EBC (5200m) via Tingri

2 Stops

Tashilunpo Monastery

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Mount Everest Base Camp

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Accommodation: Overnight at Everest Base Camp Guest House, dorm bed (flexible, depends on situation)

Meals: Breakfast

Day 6

EBC to Gyirong Border 370km

3 Stops

Rongbuk Monastery

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Peikucuo Lake (Pass By)

Gyirong County (Pass By)

Accommodation: Overnight at Kyirong Hotel, Guest house twin room

Meals: Breakfast

Day 7

Gyirong to Nepal border

1 Stop

Gyirong County (Pass By)

Accommodation: Not included

Meals: Breakfast

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Not wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Most travelers can participate
Book at least 12 working days in advance so tour operator may attain your Tibet Permit. Tibet Permit will be delivered to customers' delivery address / hotel address in one city of China. Please note your tour operator will contact you after the booking is confirmed.

Travelers are required to provide photocopy of passports and China L visas at least 20 days prior to travel date.
Please Note: Customers' airport pick-up and drop-off in Lhasa needs to be arranged by the tour supplier. If customers fly to Lhasa from Kathmandu, please do not apply for China L Visa in advance. Customers need to apply for their Tibet Group Visa from China Embassy in Kathmandu via travel agency. Before that, they need to ask for an invitation letter from the tour supplier. If customers fly or take a train to Lhasa from one city of China, they need to apply for their China L Visa from the China Embassy in their country.
A valid passport and China L Visa used to apply for Tibet Permit are required during the travelling period.
Hotels are based on double occupancy (twin-bedded rooms) by default. If you prefer a single room or if room sharing isn’t possible, a single room supplement is required
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers