Roof of the World
Tibet: Lhasa and Everest Base Camp · 8 days / 7 nights
From the Potala Palace to the foot of Mount Everest: monasteries, holy lakes, and the highest base camp on earth. We arrange your Tibet Travel Permit — just send us your passport copy 20 days ahead.
Route & overnight stays
Highlights
- Potala Palace and Jokhang Temple in Lhasa
- Drepung and Sera monasteries, monk debates
- Yamdrok Lake and Karola Glacier
- Tashilhunpo Monastery in Shigatse
- Everest Base Camp sunset and sunrise
Day-by-day itinerary
Arrive in Lhasa
Fly into Lhasa (3,650m). Your guide meets you at the airport. Rest at the hotel to acclimatize — no strenuous activity on day one.
Potala Palace and Jokhang
Morning visit to the Potala Palace, winter palace of the Dalai Lamas. Afternoon at Jokhang Temple, Tibet's holiest shrine, then walk the Barkhor pilgrim circuit.
Drepung and Sera
Drepung Monastery, once the world's largest. Afternoon at Sera Monastery for the famous monk debates (except Sundays).
Yamdrok Lake to Shigatse
Drive over Gangbala Pass to Yamdrok, one of Tibet's three holy lakes. Continue past Karola Glacier to Shigatse (3,900m).
Tashilhunpo to Tingri
Tashilhunpo Monastery, seat of the Panchen Lama. Drive to Tingri (4,300m), gateway to Everest.
Everest Base Camp
Drive to Rongbuk Monastery and on to Everest Base Camp (5,200m). Sunset turns Everest gold — the most unforgettable evening of the trip.
Everest sunrise, return
Wake for sunrise over the north face of Everest. Drive back to Shigatse.
Return to Lhasa, depart
Drive back to Lhasa along the Yarlung Tsangpo river. Transfer to airport or railway station.
3, 4 and 5-star hotels
3-star
Comfortable tourist class
Clean, well-located hotels close to transport and dining, with private bathroom, air-conditioning, Wi-Fi and daily breakfast. The sensible-value option for budget-led groups.
4-star
Well-located superior class
Larger rooms, fuller facilities (restaurant, gym, business services) and a stronger breakfast buffet. The standard most travelers choose, and the tier we recommend for this tour.
5-star
International deluxe class
International-brand or leading local deluxe hotels with premium locations and top-level service. Best suited to special occasions and travelers expecting a top-end stay.
Included in the price
- ✓ Private air-conditioned vehicle or coach with licensed driver
- ✓ English-speaking licensed local guide on sightseeing days
- ✓ Accommodation with daily breakfast at the selected standard
- ✓ Entrance fees and activities stated in the confirmed itinerary
- ✓ Airport or railway station transfers stated in the program
- ✓ Travel insurance (subject to final quotation)
- ✓ China-side operational coordination throughout the trip
Not included
- – International flights to and from China
- – China visa fees
- – Domestic flights or high-speed train tickets unless stated
- – Meals not listed in the confirmed itinerary
- – Personal expenses, optional activities and gratuities
- – Services required because of flight disruption or other events outside the confirmed program
Booking notes
- Solo travelers are welcome to inquire. For 2 or more travelers, the tour operates privately by default.
Customize your trip
Add Namtso Lake for a 9-day version, or combine with a Chengdu/Lhasa railway journey.