Arrival in Lhasa from Worldwide Destinations

Welcome to Lhasa, the spiritual heart of Tibet, located at an altitude of 3,650 meters (11,975 ft).

Upon your arrival at Lhasa Gonggar International Airport or Lhasa Railway Station, our local driver will warmly welcome you and transfer you to your hotel. Your hotel is equipped with oxygen supply facilities and humidifiers to help you adjust comfortably to the high-altitude environment.

After check-in, spend the rest of the day relaxing and acclimatizing. To minimize the risk of altitude sickness, we recommend avoiding strenuous activities, alcohol, hot showers, and washing your hair on your first day.

If you arrive by train, enjoy beautiful views of the Lhasa River during the short drive into the city. If arriving by air, the one-hour transfer offers your first glimpse of traditional Tibetan villages, vast valleys, and the breathtaking plateau landscape.

Highlights

• Airport or railway station pickup
• Lhasa River Scenic Area
• First impression of the Tibetan Plateau

Meals: Not included

Accommodation:  Hotels with Oxygen Supply in Lhasa

Lhasa Railway Station

Lhasa Gonggar International Airport

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Lhasa Tour: Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple and Barkhor Street

Today’s focus is Lhasa’s two UNESCO World Heritage Sites, offering a close look at the daily faith and life of the people who call this city home.

After breakfast, you will visit the Potala Palace, the former winter residence of the Dalai Lamas and one of the most recognizable buildings in the world. Climbing through its halls, you will take in sweeping views over Lhasa’s old town while learning the history of successive Dalai Lamas through the palace’s chapels and private quarters. Among its most treasured holdings are the gilded burial stupas of former Dalai Lamas and the meditation cave associated with Songtsen Gampo, the 33rd king of Tibet. Afterward, stop by Longwangtan Park at the foot of the palace, where local families gather for folk activities and you can photograph the Potala from a different angle, reflected in the park’s pond.

In the afternoon, you will visit the Jokhang Temple, considered the spiritual center of Tibetan Buddhism. Inside sits a statue of Sakyamuni Buddha said to depict him at age twelve, brought to Tibet as part of a royal dowry over a thousand years ago. Outside, pilgrims from across the Tibetan plateau prostrate themselves before the temple entrance as part of their devotion. Surrounding the temple is Barkhor Street, a circular pilgrim path and market where you can walk the kora alongside locals and pilgrims, browsing stalls selling prayer wheels, jewelry and religious items.

To close the day, your guide will take you to one of Lhasa’s liveliest traditional tea houses, where you can sit down with local Tibetans over a cup of sweet milk tea while your guide shares more about everyday social life in the city.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Overnight in Lhasa

Potala Palace

Jokhang Temple

The Busy Barkhor Street

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Lhasa – Gyantse (3900m) – Shigatse (3800m)

We leave Lhasa in the morning and head for stunning Yamdrok Lake. Travelling along winding mountain roads, we arrive at Gampa La Pass (4,794m). From here, soak in sweeping views of sapphire Yamdrok Lake framed by snow peaks, and we will stop at the lakeside to experience the serene charm of this sacred lake.

Next, we proceed to Karo La Pass for a close look at the grand Karola Glacier. It cascades down the slopes of Mount Noijin Kangsang, presenting an impressive high-altitude scene.

In the afternoon, we tour Pelkor Chode Monastery in Gyantse, famous for the 32m-high Kumbum Stupa. This extraordinary structure has nine levels and 108 chapels, housing countless Buddhist statues and murals. You will have time to wander the stupa and appreciate the profound legacy of Tibetan Buddhism.

We then carry on to Shigatse, marking the end of today’s journey.

Highlights

• Panoramic view of sacred Yamdrok Lake from Gampa La Pass
• Visit the spectacular Karola Glacier at Karo La Pass
• Explore Pelkor Chode Monastery and the iconic Kumbum Stupa
• Transfer to Shigatse for overnight stay

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Hotels with Oxygen Supply in Lhasa Shigatse

Yamdrok Lake

Karola Glacier

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Shigatse – Old Tingri (4300m)

In the morning, we explore Tashilhunpo Monastery, the traditional seat of the Panchen Lama. After the sightseeing, we leave Shigatse and head for Old Tingri. We travel along the Friendship Highway, passing Lhatse and Shegar. While you admire the grand view of Mount Cho Oyu, our guide will finish all necessary preparations for the upcoming trek.

Highlights

• Visit Tashilhunpo Monastery, the revered seat of the Panchen Lama
• Scenic drive along Friendship Highway towards Old Tingri
• View the imposing Mount Cho Oyu on the way
• Final trek preparation done by our guide before Gama Valley hiking

Meals: Breakfast: Included

Accommodation: Overnight at local hotel in Old Tingri

Tashilhunpo Monastery

A Panoramic View of Old Tingri

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Old Tingri-Lungjiang (4510m)

We start our trek from Old Tingri today, crossing the expansive Tingri Plain. The route winds through sections of the Ra-chu Valley, where you can enjoy scenic meadows and spot flocks of sheep and goats grazing freely. In the afternoon, we visit a small monastery in Choelun, a local settlement home to herders and barley farmers.

Highlights

• Trek across the wide Tingri Plain and Ra-chu Valley
• Picturesque alpine meadows with grazing livestock
• Visit a quiet monastery in Choelun, a herder and barley-farming village

Meals: Not included

Accommodation: Camp overnight in a tent

Lungjiang-Lamna-la (5150m)

We venture deep into the mountains for today’s hike, one of the toughest sections of our whole expedition. Most of the day is spent climbing steadily toward Lamna-la Pass. It is a demanding ascent, yet the awe-inspiring views from the summit more than compensate for the hard work. After crossing the pass, we will camp in Lamna-la Valley. You can take a well-deserved break and savour the quiet serenity of these mountain surroundings. This strenuous hike puts your endurance to the test and delivers a deeply fulfilling wilderness experience amid the Himalayas.

Overnight in tent camp.

Highlights

• One of the hardest trekking sections: uphill climb to Lamna-la Pass
• Spectacular mountain panoramas waiting at the pass top
• Wild camping in the peaceful Lamna-la Valley
• A rewarding high-altitude challenge in the Himalayan backcountry

Meals: Not included

Accommodation: Camp overnight in a tent

Lamna-la – Zombuk / Chaya Pass

In the morning, we stop to visit local nomadic families and learn about their distinctive highland way of life. We then carry on trekking via Chaya Pass toward the quiet village of Zombuk, our campsite for the night. You may look forward to a magnificent sunset across the rugged, dramatic mountain terrain.

Highlights

• Visit local nomadic families to discover authentic Tibetan pastoral culture
• Trek across Chaya Pass en route to Zombuk village

Meals: Not included

Accommodation: Overnight camping at Zombuk with stunning mountain sunset views

Trek to Rongbuk & Everest Base Camp

On the last trekking day, we hike towards Rongbuk Monastery and Everest Base Camp. The trail serves up incredible views of towering snow peaks and untouched wilderness. We tour Rongbuk Monastery, the world’s highest monastery, famed for its serene vibe and profound history. When we arrive at EBC, the grand silhouette of Mount Everest will take your breath away.

After the hike, we check into the EBC guesthouse. You can unwind and savour memories of this extraordinary adventure.

Highlights:

• Hike to Rongbuk Monastery, the world’s highest monastery
• Reach Everest Base Camp and admire the grand Mount Everest
• Panoramic views of snow peaks and unspoiled Himalayan scenery

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Overnight at EBC guesthouse to celebrate the end of the trek

Mount Everest

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EBC-Gyawu La Pass-Tingri-Shigatse

After breakfast, we set off by vehicle for Shigatse. We stop at Gyawu La Pass (5,198m), a famous viewpoint overlooking the Himalayas. From here, you can feast your eyes on five towering 8,000-metre snow peaks. This incredible vantage point delivers a stunning panoramic vista of some of the world’s highest mountains.
Overnight in Shigatse.

Highlights:

• Stop at Gyawu La Pass (5198m), the iconic Himalayan viewpoint
• Spectacular panoramic views of five 8,000m peaks
• Scenic drive back to Shigatse

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Hotels with Oxygen Supply in Lhasa Shigatse

Shigatse to Lhasa

We leave Shigatse and transfer you directly to Lhasa Airport or Lhasa Railway Station for your departure. On the ride, you can look back on all the wonderful moments of your Tibet adventure.
Your tour concludes once you arrive at the airport or train station. We wish you a safe trip home and hope to welcome you back to Tibet again.

Meals: Breakfast

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