Tibet Overland 4x4 to Everest Base Camp
Everest Advanced Base Camp Trek, takes one up the North Face of Everest, to camp III. Heading out over the Tibetan Plateau, with an average altitude in excess of 3500m, Tibet is often described as the roof of the world. On this trip, we will follow the Friendship Highway through some of the most beautiful and picturesque landscapes on Earth. We'll pass small Tibetan settlements, nomadic herdsmen wandering across the wide arid plains and awe-inspiring mountain peaks. Equally as fascinating is the wealth of cultural interest and we will have plenty of opportunity to explore this side of Tibet, both in Lhasa and the other towns we pass through on our journey to Kathmandu. We spend 3 nights in Lhasa, staying right in the centre of the old city. This will allow both plenty of time for acclimatisation and easy access to the city's main attractions - the Potala Palace and the Jokhang Temple. Leaving Lhasa in our Toyota Land Cruiser 4 wheel drive, we'll travel through this amazing country. In the towns of Gyantse and Shigatse we explore monasteries and fully immerse ourselves in the Buddhist culture. Without doubt, a highlight of this trip is the visit to Everest Base Camp, and the trek to camp 3 at 6340m., where the sheer grandeur of Everest's north face has to be seen to be believed. This trek takes you as close to the summit of Everest as any non-mountain climber can go, all the way to Camp 3 and the base of the North Col via the East Rongbuk Glacier.
Day-1: Kathmandu
Day-2: Kathmandu
Day-3: Kathmandu to Lhasa (3660m)
Day-4: Lhasa
Day-5: Lhasa
Day-6: Lhasa to Gyantse (3950m)
Day-7: Gyantse (3950m) to Shigatse (3900m)
Day-8: Shigatse to Shegar (4050m)
Day-9: Shegar to Rongbuk (5000m)
Day-10: Optional morning walk to Everest base camp. Drive to Nyalam
Day-11: Drive Nyalam - Kathmandu
Day-12: Departure
Tibet Overland Tour to Everest Base Camp Detailed Itinerary
Day-1: KathmanduArrive Kathmandu and transfer to Hotel
Day-2: Kathmandu
Explore the Kathmandu Valley and visit some of the world heritage sites.
Day-3. Kathmandu to
Lhasa (3660m)
Transfer to the airport for the hour-long flight across the main Himalayan
range. Afternoon at rest to acclimatise to Lhasa's high altitude.
We will visit Lhasa's many monasteries and sites, such as the Sera Monastery, and the Norbulingka, the summer palace of the Dalai Lama.
Day-5: Lhasa
We visit the Potala Palace and Drepung Monastery founded in the 14th century,
and once the largest in the world, with a population of around 10,000 monks. The afternoon, is a time to
relax or further explore the area.
Travelling by jeep along the Friendship Highway we cross the Khamba La (4794m) and continue westwards over another high pass the Karo La (5045m) with incredible glacial views. We spend the night in a Hotel at Gyantse. (261km)
Day-7: Gyantse to Shigatse
(3900m)
After an early morning tour of some of the Gyantse Dzong (14th Century fort) and the Kumbum, a large
stupa,
we head off on a short 90km drive to Shigatse, the second largest city in Tibet. In the afternoon we will explore the area, local monasteries and market. Overnight
at the Hotel. (90km)
Day-8: Shigatse to Shegar (4050m)
We continue along the Friendship Highway, marveling once more at the barren yet spectacular landscape of
Tibet. Beyond the town of Lhatse we cross the highest pass on our journey, the Gyamtso La (5220m). From here we descend to the plains en route to Shegar and overnight at Hotel Quomolongma.(244km)
Day-9: Shegar to Rongbuk (5000m)
On our travels, we are rewarded with uninterrupted views stretching from Makalu
to Shishapangma, with clear views of Everest as we turn into the Rongbuk Valley.
Overnight Guest House.(68km)
Day-10: Rongbuk to Everest Base to Nyalam
We will explore
the surroundings of the Rongbuk Everest base and then drive to a guesthouse in
Nyalam.
Day-11: Drive Nyalam
- Kathmandu
We arrive at the Chinese - Nepalese border, say goodbye to our Tibetan team, pass through customs and
join up with our Nepalese staff. We then head back into Kathmandu, a trip which takes about 5 hours, depending on road and weather conditions. (153km)
(1400m)
Day-12: Departure
Transfer to the airport
End of services
Tibet Tourism and Visas
The roads are also prone to wash ways causing delays or detours and often sections of a road will be closed without prior notice. As such, a good degree of patience is required when travelling to Tibet. We do however, endeavor to make your journey run as smoothly as possible despite these issues.
When entering Tibet from Nepal, Chinese Visas cannot be used. As such, the visa for Tibet must be obtained from the Chinese Embassy in Kathmandu. As visa's are only issued on Mondays, Wednesday's and Thursdays (except if they fall on a Chinese Holiday), tours need to be arranged to suit these visa issue dates, i.e. any one going on a tour departing for Tibet from Nepal, needs to arrive in Kathmandu at least three days before entering Tibet.
When you confirm your trip with us, we will organize your Travel Permit for Tibet, Visa Approval Documents and apply to the Chinese embassy to obtain your visa. We will thus require your full passport details, 3 weeks prior to your arrival at Kathmandu. The final documentation will be done on arrival in Nepal. Please note that visa for Tibet obtained elsewhere has still got to be endorsed by the Chinese Embassy in Kathmandu.
Other Tibet Tours
Advanced Everest Base Camp TrekMt Kailash via Simikot
Mt Kailash via Zhangmu
Kharta Khangshung Trek
Mountain Biking across Tibet
Tibet Overland to Base Camp
Tibet Overland 4 x 4 Tour
| Duration | 12 Days |
| Best time | April to October |
| Sleeping | Hotels and Guesthouse |
For current prices
Price includes
All travel permits
3 nights hotel in Lhasa with
breakfast
1 night hotel
staying Gyantse with
breakfast
1 night hotel
staying Shigatse with
breakfast
1 night hotel in Shegar with breakfast
1 night hotel/Guesthouse in Zhangmu with breakfast
Local English speaking guide
Entrance fees
Hotel in Kathmandu (twin sharing, including
breakfast).
One full day sightseeing in
Kathmandu valley (for Kathmandu joining)
All ground transfer as per our
itinerary
Dinner with Nepalese Cultural
program (for Kathmandu joining)
Visa fee for Kathmandu joining,
excluding $100 supplement for US Nationals.
Prices excludes
International flights
Required airport taxes
Visa's
and vaccinations
Porters tips
Items of clothing, sleeping bags and miscellaneous drinks, etc.
Airport Taxes (see below)
Visa fee supplement of $100 for US Nationals
Extra
expenses and/or additional days caused due to unexpected events
(delays, porterage because of land slides and other natural events.)
