Katmandu&Mt.Everest 10 day tour

Route Feature

Lhasa

---Cultural highlights of Lhasa, Gyantse and Shigatse
---Spectacular Everest north side and base camp with monastery Rongbuk
---The great mountain world of Himalaya
---One day sightseeing in Katmandu
It is a spectacular journey. We fly from Chengdu to Lhasa, the political and religious center of Tibet. Pilgrims from all over the country frequent the city Lhasa. We visit Potala Palace the holy landmark of Tibet, and Jokhang the holiest monastery in Tibet.
We will pass by the beautiful Yamdrok Lake and cross over the Karo La (5.010 m) (La=Pass) and Simi La before we reach Gyantse and Shigatse, where we visit the famous monasteries Pelkor and Tashilunpo separately. On the way we have many chances to have panoramic views of lots of splendor mountain passes.
We drive by 4WD vehicle to the Rongbuk Monastery, where we start the breath-taking trekking along the steep north side of the Everest to the Everest base camp. Finally we pass by Tingri and Zhangmu to Katmandu - highlights for itself.

Best time: April--Oct.

Mode of transport: fly in and fly out,Land Cruiser （4pax with one 4WD Jeep）

Total duration: 10 days

Itinerary   (PRIVATE TOUR ONLY)

Day01: Chengdu - Lhasa

In the morning transfer to airport, fly to Lhasa. Upon arrival at the Gongga airport, take another 2-hour-drive to the city downtown (3650 m). Check in and have a good rest.

Day02: Lhasa city sightseeing

Sightseeing lhasa city, visit Potala palace, Jokhang temple ,Barkhor Market.

Day03: Lhasa- Gyantse

In the morning drive to Gyantse along the Kyichu River. One the way , have a fantastic view of the holy lake Yamdrok (4441 m), which is one of the three holy lakes in Tibet. In the afternoon visit Pelkor Monastery as well as the splendid Kumbum Stupa (100-Thousand-Buddha Pagoda) nearby in Gyantse.Overnight at Gyantse

Day04: Gyantse - Shigatse

In the morning drive about 90 kilometers to Shigatse (3880m), which is the second largest city in Tibet.In the afternoon visit Tashilunpo monastery, the seat of the Panchen Lama. Overnight at Shigatse

Day05: Shigatse- Shegar

In the morning drive to Shegar (new Tingri). On the way, if the time is permitting, make an excursion to visit the Sakya Monastery (4.280 m). Overnight at Shegar.

Day06: Shegar – Rongbuk

In the morning drive to Rongbuk, which is the highest temple in the world. In the afternoon we walk 7 km to the Base Camp and do some sightseeing there. Walking or drive by horse vehicle to Rongbuk. Overnight at Rongbuk guesthouse

Day07: Rongbuk – Zhangmu

Get across the 5,000 m high Nyalmo Tong La, With clear view the Shisha Pangma high over 8,000 m on one side and the other side the enormous Gaurisankar ranges stretch forward in the distance. Drive over the Thang-La Pass (5214 m) to Nylam. Afterwards visit the meditation cave of Milarepa. Along the zigzag road we drive down Nyalam (3.600 m) gradually and leave the landscape of the high plateau behind us and see the Himalayas covered in the sea of clouds. Overnight at Zhangmu Hotel

Day08: Zhangmu – Katmandu

Cross the border between Tibet and Nepal to Katmandu, capital of Nepal. The city lies in the southern foot of the Himalaya Range. The geographic location and the people here are quite different from those of Tibetan cities. Surely find many new things. Overnight at Katmandu

Day09: Katmandu

Visit the historic centers of three king's cities of Katmandu, Patan and Bhaktapur or a visit to the sanctuaries of Pashupatinath, Bodhnath and Swayambunath. Overnight at Katmandu

Day10: Katmandu drop off

Transfer to the airport and send off.

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