Witnessing Himalayan views in Lhasa, witnessing monks in debate and prayer, exploring rural villages and lunar landscapes, hiking to Everest base camp.
From the sacred peaks of Tibet to lush green Nepalese valleys, explore the best of the Himalayas on this convenient two-week tour. Discover mighty temples and small outposts on a journey that offers incredible vistas at every turn of the trail. Our expert CEOs will take the hassle out of planning and help you find the secluded spots only the locals know—and leave you with time to explore. In the thin mountain air of Rombuk, the highest monastery in the world, you'll enjoy unparalleled views of Mt Everest. So make sure your camera is charged—you're going to need it.
What's Included
- Entrance to the Potala Palace, Entrance to the Jokhang Temple, Entrance to Pelkor Choede & Gyantse Kunbum, Entrance to Tashilhunpo Monastery, Entrance to Sakya Monastery, Entrance to Qomolangma Nature Preserve
- No meals are included. (Allow USD240-315 for meals not included.)
- Hotels/guesthouses (12 nts), very basic guesthouse with limited facilities (1 nt).
- Plane, local bus, air-con bus
- Chief Experience Officer (CEO) throughout, local guides
- Small group experience; Max 14
Places Visited
- Nepal
- Tibet
Day 1 Kathmandu
Arrive at any time.
Day 2 Kathmandu
Orientation walk in Durbar Square.
Days 3-6 Lhasa
Morning flight to Lhasa. Orientation walk around Barkhor Square and guided tour of the Potala Palace and Norbulinka, Jokhang temple and Sera Monastery.
Day 7 Gyantse
Drive to Gyantse along Yamdrok Tso.
Day 8 Shigatse
Visit to Pelkor Chode Monastery, Gyantse Kumbum and Tashilunpo Monastery.
Day 9 Sakya
Visit to Sakya Gompa.
Day 10 Rombuk and Everest Base Camp
Rombuk is the highest monastery in the world. Hike to Everest Base Camp for a closer view of this magnificent mountain.
Day 11 Lao Tingri
This town may be a small outpost, but the views are truly spectacular.
Day 12 Zhangmu
Leave the Tibetan Plateau and travel to Zhangmu.
Day 13 Kathmandu
Free time to explore the city.
Day 14 Kathmandu
Free to depart any time.
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