8 Days Lhasa to EBC Small Group Tour: Sera Monastery, Drepung Monastery , Yamdrok Lake, and Everest
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Arrival in Lhasa
Upon arrival at Lhasa Railway Station, your local guide and driver will greet you and escort you to your hotel in the city. The route follows the picturesque Lhasa River, offering your first glimpse of Tibet’s breathtaking plateau scenery.
After hotel check-in, the remainder of the day is reserved for rest so your body can gradually acclimatize to the altitude.
Altitude Reminder: Lhasa sits at approximately 3,650 meters (11,975 ft) above sea level. As oxygen levels are lower than at sea level, mild altitude discomfort is normal during the first couple of days. Drink plenty of water, enjoy light meals with fresh fruit, and avoid strenuous activity for the best acclimatization.
Meals: /
Accommodation: Taehf PhodragCulture Theme Hotel/Or Upgrade to Lhasa 5-star Senge Kangqiong Grand Hotel
Lhasa – Basum Tso – Nyang River – Nyingchi (390 km)
After breakfast, depart Lhasa and follow the beautiful Nyang River Valley eastward toward Nyingchi. Crossing the Mila Pass (5,013m), the scenery gradually transforms from the dry Tibetan plateau into the lush forests and valleys that have earned Nyingchi the nickname “Switzerland of Tibet.”
Your highlight today is Basum Tso Lake, one of Tibet’s most picturesque alpine lakes. Encircled by evergreen forests and snow-covered mountains, the lake is famous for its crystal-clear water and peaceful island scenery.
Continue through the scenic valley before arriving in Nyingchi, also known as the “Throne of the Sun.”
Complimentary: Authentic Nyingchi Stone Pot Chicken Dinner
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Kaiyuan Mingting Hotel in Nyingchi
Nyingchi – Lulang – Ranwu Lake – Bomi (380 km)
Leave Nyingchi in the morning and travel toward Lulang, crossing the spectacular Sejila Pass (4,515m).
From the pass, enjoy panoramic views over colorful forests and, weather permitting, admire the magnificent Mount Namcha Barwa, one of the most beautiful snow mountains in China.
Continue to Ranwu Lake, where emerald waters reflect towering snow peaks and alpine meadows. Throughout the year, the scenery changes dramatically—from vibrant blues in summer to dreamy mist-covered landscapes in autumn and winter.
Arrive in Bomi for an overnight stay.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hengxin Zangwang Hotel
Bomi – Laigu Glacier – Yalong Glacier – Nyingchi(300 km)
Today’s adventure takes you to the breathtaking Laigu Glacier, one of eastern Tibet’s most spectacular glacier systems.
The glaciers feed several colorful glacial lakes filled with floating ice, while enormous walls of vivid blue ice rise dramatically from the lake’s edge.
From Laigu Village, admire six surrounding glaciers, including the famous Yalong Glacier, stretching approximately 12 kilometers from peaks over 6,000 meters down toward the valley floor.
After concluding the Blue Ice excursion, we returned to Nyingchi to check into our accommodation.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Kaiyuan Mingting Hotel in Nyingchi
Nyingchi – Kading Valley – Lhasa (460 km)
Following breakfast, visit the scenic Kading Valley, a lush canyon often referred to as the “Paradise on Earth.”
Its highlight is the impressive Tianfo Waterfall, nearly 200 meters high, where naturally formed rock patterns resemble Buddhist figures, giving the waterfall its spiritual reputation.
After exploring the gorge’s forests, cliffs, waterfalls and Buddhist legends, return to Lhasa along the scenic highway.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Taehf PhodragCulture Theme Hotel/Or Upgrade to Lhasa 5-star Senge Kangqiong Grand Hotel
Lhasa City Tour: Potala Palace • Jokhang Temple • Barkhor Street
Today’s sightseeing focuses on Tibet’s most iconic cultural landmarks.
Begin with the magnificent Potala Palace, once the winter residence of the Dalai Lamas and the political and religious center of Tibet. Inside are richly decorated chapels, golden stupas, sacred Buddhist artwork, murals and countless cultural treasures.
Continue to the revered Jokhang Temple, Tibet’s holiest monastery, where pilgrims gather daily to worship the sacred Jowo Shakyamuni statue brought to Tibet by Princess Wencheng.
Afterwards, stroll around Barkhor Street, joining pilgrims as they walk the traditional kora while spinning prayer wheels and browsing Tibetan handicraft shops.
Temple Etiquette:
- Please remove hats and sunglasses before entering.
- Avoid touching religious objects or scriptures.
- Photography may be restricted in certain areas.
- Respect local customs throughout your visit.
Complimentary: Traditional Tibetan Welcome Dinner
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Taehf PhodragCulture Theme Hotel/Or Upgrade to Lhasa 5-star Senge Kangqiong Grand Hotel
Lhasa – Yamdrok Lake – Karola Glacier – Shigatse
Depart Lhasa and drive over the Tibetan plateau toward Yamdrok Lake, one of Tibet’s three sacred lakes. Known for its brilliant turquoise waters, the lake sits at an elevation of 4,441 meters and is surrounded by snow-covered peaks, grazing yaks, and traditional Tibetan villages.
Continue to the magnificent Karola Glacier, where immense ice formations descend dramatically from the mountainside, creating one of Tibet’s most impressive glacier landscapes.
Passing through Gyantse, you’ll enjoy views of the historic fortress before continuing across the fertile valley into Shigatse.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Shigatse Cangyu Yabu Hotel
Shigatse – Tingri – Gyatso La Pass – Everest Base Camp – Basong Village
Travel west toward Mount Everest National Nature Reserve, crossing the spectacular Gyatso La Pass (5,220m) before arriving in Shegar (New Tingri).
Visit Rongbuk Monastery, the highest monastery in the world, where colorful prayer flags flutter beneath the towering north face of Mount Everest.
Continue by eco-bus to Everest Base Camp (5,200m) for an unforgettable close-up view of the world’s highest mountain.
If skies are clear, don’t miss the incredible star-filled night sky above Everest.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Basong Vienna Hotel Guesthouse
Everest Base Camp – Gawula Pass – 318 Highway – Shigatse
Rise early to witness the unforgettable sunrise over Mount Everest, as golden morning light illuminates the world’s tallest peak.
After enjoying the breathtaking views, retrace your journey along the winding Himalayan roads, passing famous viewpoints including Gawula Pass and the legendary 318 National Highway, before returning to Shigatse.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Shigatse Cangyu Yabu Hotel
Shigatse – Tashilhunpo Monastery – Lhasa
Visit Tashilhunpo Monastery, the traditional seat of the Panchen Lamas and one of the six great Gelug monasteries. The monastery houses the enormous 28-meter-tall Maitreya Buddha, the largest seated copper Buddha statue in the world.
Later, drive back to Lhasa, passing through the scenic Yarlung Valley, where rivers, wetlands, snow peaks and fertile farmland create one of Tibet’s most beautiful landscapes.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Taehf PhodragCulture Theme Hotel/Or Upgrade to Lhasa 5-star Senge Kangqiong Grand Hotel
Lhasa – Namtso Lake – Northern Tibetan Grasslands – Lhasa
Travel north across the vast Changtang Grasslands, enjoying spectacular views of the Nyenchen Tanglha Mountains, the Qinghai-Tibet Highway, and the open prairie landscapes.
Cross Nagela Pass (5,190m) before arriving at Namtso Lake, Tibet’s largest sacred saltwater lake and one of the highest lakes in the world.
Spend time admiring its crystal-clear blue waters before returning to Lhasa in the afternoon.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Taehf PhodragCulture Theme Hotel/Or Upgrade to Lhasa 5-star Senge Kangqiong Grand Hotel
Departure from Lhasa
After breakfast, transfer to Lhasa Airport or Lhasa Railway Station according to your departure schedule.
Thank you for traveling with us, and we hope to welcome you back to Tibet again in the future.
Meals: Breakfast
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You are consulting 2025-04-12 12-Day Tibet Winter Blue Ice Tour: Lhasa, Nyingchi, Everest Base Camp & Namtso
Fee Description
Discount:
1.) Group Discoount: $50 off for those booking the tour together with 4 or 4 above in total at the same time; $99 off for those booking the tour together with 8 or 8 above in total at the same time.
2.) Early Bird Discount: $15 off for those booking the tour 2 months in advance. $30 off for those booking the tour 4 months in advance. $45 off for those booking the tour 6 months in advance. $60 off for those booking the tour 8 months in advance. $75 off for those booking the tour 10 months in advance.
3.) The two discounts mentioned above can be enjoyed simultaneously.
Tour Includes:
- Permits: Tibet Travel Permit and all required travel documentation.
- Transportation: Comfortable 9 seat tourist vehicle throughout the tour with approximately 20% empty seats for added comfort.
- Driver: Professional local driver with fuel and road fees included.
- Guide: Experienced English-speaking guide.
- Entrance Tickets: Admission fees and shuttle buses for all attractions listed in the itinerary.
- Accommodation: Hotels throughout the tour with daily breakfast; oxygen-equipped hotels in Lhasa and Shigatse. Hotels are subject to availability within the same category. Upgrade to a 5-diamond hotel in Lhasa: +500 RMB/person.
- Insurance: Travel agency liability insurance.
Tour Excludes:
- Transportation: International and domestic flights or train tickets.
- Meals: Lunches and dinners unless otherwise specified.
- Gratuities: Tips for guides and drivers.
- Single Supplement: RMB 2200 for travelers requiring a private room.
Complimentary Services:
- Traditional Khata welcome ceremony upon arrival.
- One bottle of mineral water per person each day.
- One 10L oxygen tank plus two portable oxygen canisters per person.
- Complimentary Nyingchi Stone Pot Chicken dinner.
- Traditional Tibetan welcome dinner.
Notes: If Laigu Glacier is closed, the itinerary will be switched to Midui Glacier; no price adjustments (refunds or surcharges) will apply. If the road to Namtso Lake is closed, the activity will be changed to a Thangka painting workshop in Lhasa city; no price adjustments (refunds or surcharges) will apply.
