Ancient Temples and magical landscapes
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
Day-1: Kathmandu
Arrive Kathmandu and transfer to HotelDay-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.Day-4: Lhasa
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.Day-6: Lhasa to Gyantse (3950m)
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 airportEnd of services
Tibet Overland to Ghanden | Overland to Everest Base Camp |
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Day-1: Kathmandu Day-2: Kathmandu Day-3: Kathmandu to Lhasa (3660m) Day-4: Lhasa Day-5: Lhasa Day-6: Ganden Monastery and back to Lhasa Day-7: Lhasa to Kathmandu Day-8: Depart |
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 |