KATHMANDU – TIBET WITH RONGBUK & EVEREST BASE CAMP: 05
(12 NIGHTS / 13 DAYS)
DAY 01: KATHMANDU
Arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu. A representative from our office will greet you at the airport and transfer to the Hotel. Briefing on your tour itinerary. Afternoon walking tour and exploration of traditional local market “Ason” in old Kathmandu city. Overnight at Hotel.
DAY 02: KATHMANDU
Morning sightseeing of Kathmandu Durbar Square and Swayambhunath. Afternoon Patan Durbar Square and Golden Temple. Overnight at Hotel.
DAY 03: KATHMANDU
Morning sightseeing of Bhaktapur Durbar Square. Afternoon Pashupatinath and Boudhanath. Overnight at Hotel.
DAY 04: KATHMANDU (1300M) – GONGGAR AIRPORT – LHASA (3650M)
Morning fly (1.5 hrs) from Kathmandu to Gogggar airport. The Trans-Himalayan flight will enchant you with the spectacular, breathtaking view if Himalayan ranges. Arrival in Gonggar airport after immigration formality you will meet and greet you offering Khada (Tibetan scarf) by your guide then drive (65 KM – 1 hr) to Lhasa. Day rest for acclimatization. Overnight at Hotel.
DAY 05: LHASA
Morning sightseeing of Potala Palace. Afternoon Jokhang Temple and Barkhor Market. Overnight at Hotel.
DAY 06: LHASA
Morning sightseeing of Drepung Monastery. Afternoon Sera Monastery. Overnight at Hotel.
DAY 07: LHASA – GYANTSE (3950M) via Yamdrok Lake
Drive (265 KM – 5 hrs) to Gyantse via Yamdrok Lake. Afternoon sightseeing of Khumbum Stupa and Pelkhor Chode Monastery. Overnight at Hotel.
DAY 08: GYANTSE – SHIGATSE (3900M)
Drive (90 KM – 2 hrs approx) to Shigatse. Afternoon sightseeing of Tashilumpho Monastery and Local market. Overnight at Hotel.
DAY 09: SHIGATSE – XEGAR / NEW TINGRI (4300M)
Drive (235 KM – 4.5 hrs) to Xegar / New Tingri. Free for rest. Overnight at Hotel.
DAY 10: XEGAR/NEW TINGRI – EBC (4980 M) KYIRONG (2790M)
Early morning drive (110 KM – 3 hrs) to Rongbuk through over Pang La pass (5150m). Visit Rongbuk Monastery (5100m) then walk to the Qomolangma/Everest Base Camp and enjoy the closer view of Mount Everest. Later drive (380 KM – 7 hrs) to Kyirong/Gyirong Town via Old Tingri. Overnight at Hotel.
DAY 11: KYIRONG – RASUWA GADI (1900 M) – KATHMANDU (1300 M)
Morning drive (24 KM – 1 hr) downhill to reach Nepal-China border. After immigration process drive (8 hrs) from Rasuwa Gadi to Kathmandu. Overnight at Hotel.
DAY 12: KATHMANDU
Free day for rest. Evening Farewell Nepalese dinner with culture dance. Overnight.
DAY 13: KATHMANDU
Departure transfer to the airport for your onward flight.
