8 Days Lhasa – EBC- Kathmandu Overland Tour

Overview

The ultimate Tibet journey ends where many begin – in Kathmandu. The 8 Days Lhasa – EBC – Kathmandu Overland Tour (7 nights / 8 days) starts with a flight into Lhasa and follows the legendary Tibet–Nepal highway west across the roof of the world: the sacred Yamdrok Lake, the monastery towns of Gyantse and Shigatse, a night beneath the north face of Everest at Rongbuk, and the dramatic descent from the plateau into the green Kerung valley and across the border at Rasuwagadhi to Kathmandu. A private air-conditioned vehicle, English-speaking Tibetan guide, 3-star or best-available hotels with breakfast, the Tibet Travel Permit and entrance fees are included.

Lhasa, the “Palace of the Gods” at 3,650 m on the northern bank of the Kyichu River, gives you two days among the treasures of Tibetan Buddhism – the Potala Palace, the Jokhang Temple and Barkhor, and the monasteries of Drepung and Sera. The road then climbs over the Kamba La to Yamdrok Lake and the Karo La glacier to Gyantse’s Kumbum, and on to Shigatse’s Tashilhunpo Monastery.

From Shigatse you drive through Lhatse and Tingri and over the Pang La, with its panorama of Makalu, Lhotse, Everest and Cho Oyu, to Rongbuk Monastery and Everest Base Camp (about 5,200 m) for sunset on the north face. After sunrise on Everest, a long, scenic drive past Peiku Tso and Shishapangma brings you down to Kerung, and the next day you cross into Nepal and return to Kathmandu.

Why choose this tour?

A complete Lhasa-to-Kathmandu overland crossing with Everest Base Camp.
Night at Rongbuk with sunset and sunrise on Everest’s north face.
Private vehicle, guide, hotels, Tibet permit and entrance fees included.

Who is it for?

Adventurous travellers in good health. Grade: moderate because of high altitude (up to about 5,200 m) and long drives. Best from April to October. The China visa is not included and depends on where you enter.

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Trip Facts

Tour Code: PTT-TIBET-008
Duration: 8 Days
Program Type: Multidays Tour Program
Maximum Altitude: 5200m
Minimum Pax: 1
Mode of Travel: Land Transport, Air Transport
Start Trip: Lhasa
End Trip: Kathmandu
Program Grading: Easy

Trip at a Glance

Day 01: Fly to Lhasa (from Kathmandu, Beijing or Chengdu) – transfer and acclimatise
Day 02: Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple and the Barkhor
Day 03: Drepung and Sera monasteries – monks' debate
Day 04: Drive Lhasa – Kamba La – Yamdrok Lake – Karo La – Gyantse (about 260 km, 6–7 hours)
Day 05: Drive Gyantse – Shigatse (about 90 km) – Tashilhunpo Monastery
Day 06: Drive Shigatse – Lhatse – Tingri – Pang La – Rongbuk – Everest Base Camp (about 350 km)
Day 07: Everest sunrise – drive Rongbuk – Peiku Tso – Kerung (about 400 km)
Day 08: Drive Kerung – Rasuwagadhi border – Syabrubesi – Kathmandu (about 170 km, 7–8 hours)

Trip Highlights

Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, Drepung and Sera in Lhasa
Yamdrok Lake, Karo La glacier and the Gyantse Kumbum
Tashilhunpo Monastery in Shigatse
Night at Rongbuk with sunset and sunrise on Everest's north face
Everest Base Camp (Tibet side, about 5,200 m)
Overland descent via Kerung and Rasuwagadhi to Kathmandu

Itinerary in Details

Day 01Fly to Lhasa (from Kathmandu, Beijing or Chengdu) – transfer and acclimatise
Transfer about 1 hour | Altitude: 3,650 m | Overnight: Lhasa (3-star hotel)

The flight from Kathmandu crosses the Himalaya to Lhasa, with Everest visible from the left side of the plane on a clear day. Your Tibetan guide meets you at Gonggar airport and transfers you about 60 km to your hotel. Rest for the rest of the day to adjust to the altitude.
- Local meal: thenthuk noodle soup and sweet milk tea.
- OvernightLhasa
- CountryChina
- Travel ModeFly (Kathmandu to Lhasa): 75 min · Drive: 60 km / 1 hr
- Places VisitedLhasa Gonggar Airport, Lhasa
Day 02Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple and the Barkhor
Full-day sightseeing | Overnight: Lhasa

Visit the Potala Palace, built as a fort by King Songtsen Gampo in the 7th century and rebuilt by the Fifth Dalai Lama in the 17th – the seat of religion and politics in Tibet for centuries, with its golden roofs, chapels and tombs of the Dalai Lamas. Then visit the Jokhang Temple, Tibet's holiest shrine, and walk the Barkhor circuit with the pilgrims.
- OvernightLhasa
- CountryChina
- Highest PointPotala Palace
- Altitude3,700m / 12,139ft
- Travel ModeDrive: 10 km / 30 min
- Places VisitedPotala Palace, Jokhang Temple, Barkhor Street
- MealsBreakfast
Day 03Drepung and Sera monasteries – monks' debate
Full-day sightseeing | Overnight: Lhasa

Visit Drepung Monastery (1416), once the largest monastery in the world, and in the afternoon watch the monks' lively debates at Sera Monastery (usually 3–5 pm, Monday to Saturday).
- OvernightLhasa
- CountryChina
- Highest PointDrepung Monastery
- Altitude3,800m / 12,467ft
- Travel ModeDrive: 25 km / 1 hr / 30 min
- Places VisitedDrepung Monastery, Sera Monastery
- MealsBreakfast
Day 04Drive Lhasa – Kamba La – Yamdrok Lake – Karo La – Gyantse (about 260 km, 6–7 hours)
Drive about 260 km / 6–7 hours with stops | Highest point: Karo La about 5,010 m | Overnight: Gyantse (3,977 m)

A spectacular road day. Cross the Yarlung Tsangpo and climb to the Kamba La (4,790 m) for the classic view of Yamdrok Lake, one of Tibet's three sacred lakes, stretching turquoise below the snows of Nojin Kangsang. Drive along the shore and over the Karo La beside a hanging glacier to Gyantse, where you visit the Pelkor Chode Monastery and its Kumbum, a 15th-century nine-level stupa of 77 painted chapels, beneath the hilltop Gyantse Dzong.
- OvernightGyantse
- CountryChina
- Highest PointKaro La Glacier
- Altitude5,010m / 16,437ft
- Travel ModeDrive: 260 km
- Places VisitedKamba La, Yamdrok Lake, Karo La Glacier, Gyantse, Pelkor Chode & Kumbum
- MealsBreakfast
Day 05Drive Gyantse – Shigatse (about 90 km) – Tashilhunpo Monastery
Drive about 90 km / 1.5 hours | Altitude: 3,840 m | Overnight: Shigatse

A short drive through farmland brings you to Shigatse, Tibet's second city. Visit Tashilhunpo Monastery, seat of the Panchen Lamas, with its giant Maitreya statue, and enjoy a free afternoon for the market or rest.
- OvernightShigatse
- CountryChina
- Travel ModeDrive: 90 km / 1 hr / 30 min
- Places VisitedShigatse, Tashilhunpo Monastery
- MealsBreakfast
Day 06Drive Shigatse – Lhatse – Tingri – Pang La – Rongbuk – Everest Base Camp (about 350 km)
Drive about 350 km / 7–8 hours | Highest point: about 5,200 m | Overnight: Rongbuk guesthouse (about 4,980 m)

Drive west through Lhatse and Tingri, then climb the Pang La for a panorama of Makalu, Lhotse, Everest and Cho Oyu. Descend to Rongbuk Monastery, one of the highest monasteries in the world, and continue to Everest Base Camp for sunset on the north face.
- OvernightRongbuk Monastery
- CountryChina
- Highest PointEverest Base Camp (Tibet)
- Altitude5,200m / 17,060ft
- Travel ModeDrive: 350 km / 7 hr / 30 min
- Places VisitedTingri, Pang La, Rongbuk Monastery, Everest Base Camp (Tibet)
- MealsBreakfast
Day 07Everest sunrise – drive Rongbuk – Peiku Tso – Kerung (about 400 km)
Drive about 400 km / 8–9 hours | Altitude: about 2,700 m | Overnight: Kerung

Watch sunrise on Everest, then begin the long, scenic drive west past the lake of Peiku Tso and over the Tong La, with views of Shishapangma, before descending into the green, forested Kerung valley.
- OvernightKerung (Gyirong)
- CountryChina
- Travel ModeDrive: 400 km / 8 hr / 30 min
- Places VisitedRongbuk Monastery, Peiku Tso, Kerung (Gyirong)
- MealsBreakfast
Day 08Drive Kerung – Rasuwagadhi border – Syabrubesi – Kathmandu (about 170 km, 7–8 hours)
Drive about 170 km / 7–8 hours including the border crossing | End of tour in Kathmandu

Drive down the green Kerung gorge to the border, complete Chinese and Nepali immigration formalities at Rasuwagadhi, and continue through Syabrubesi, Dhunche and Trishuli to Kathmandu, where you are transferred to your hotel.
- CountryNepal
- Travel ModeDrive: 25 km / 1 hr · Drive: 145 km / 6 hr / 30 min
- Places VisitedRasuwagadhi Border, Syabrubesi
- MealsBreakfast

Altitude Chart of 8 Days Lhasa – EBC- Kathmandu Overland Tour

Total Driving Time: 17h 30m Total Flying Time: 1h 15m Total Travel Distance: 1,100 km

Driving distance & time shown here are approximate — for city tours the exact distance/duration can vary and isn't always measurable.

Highest point: 17,060 ft / 5,200 m — Day 06 · Drive Shigatse – Lhatse – Tingri – Pang La – Rongbuk – Everest Base Camp (about 350 km)

Services Included

Arrival and Departure transfers
All accommodations in 3 Star category Hotel with Breakfast only [B]
Air Conditioned private Vehicle
English speaking guide
Monument/ Temple Entrance Fees
Tibet Travel permit
All Govt. Taxes.
Mineral Water
Our Personal Care and Attention

Services Excluded

Tipping
Personal Expenses such as laundry, Telephone and Table Drinks
Lunch and Dinner
Any Int’l Air fares up to Lhasa.
China Visa Service and Fee
Your Travel Insurance

Trip Notes

Notes for this tour

Altitude: the tour reaches about 5,200 m at Everest Base Camp and sleeps at about 4,980 m at Rongbuk. Two days in Lhasa and a gradual route help acclimatisation; drink plenty of water and tell your guide about any symptoms. Insurance covering high-altitude evacuation is strongly recommended.
Visa and permits: you need a Chinese visa valid for Tibet (not included – the type depends on where you enter) and a Tibet Travel Permit plus Everest/border permits, which we arrange. Send a clear passport scan at least 3–4 weeks before travel.
Guide and rules: foreigners in Tibet must travel with a licensed Tibetan guide on a fixed itinerary. Photography is not allowed inside most chapels, and permits can occasionally be suspended at short notice by the authorities.
Climate: days are sunny and dry but nights are cold, even in summer; bring layers, a warm jacket, sunglasses, sunscreen and lip balm. April–October is the main season.
Accommodation: the Rongbuk guesthouse and Kerung hotels are simple; bring warm clothes and a sleeping bag liner.
Flexibility: the order of visits may change because of monastery opening times, festivals, weather or permit conditions.

If you want to do this tour from Kathmandu, you need to arrive Kathmandu at least 3 working day before for China visa. China embassy working days are Mon/Tue/Wed/Thu/Fri except Chinese Govt. holiday. During these free day you can buy tours from us or can stay on your own. And if you want to start from mainland China say from Shanghai/Chengdu/Beijing , in this case you can apply and get China visa in your home country and stay one night at least in China before heading to Lhasa for original invitation letter collection purpose. We will send original invitation letter to your hotel in mainland China. Remember China visa taken in your home country is not valid to travel Tibet from Nepal. We have to apply your China visa here in Kathmandu.
Visa fee, air fare, entrance fee, hotel rate subject to increase without prior information.
We need your passport copy by email 15-30 days before the travel date to make travel permit(Invitation letter).
Our price is based on 3 Star hotel, if you want to Upgrade your hotel Please Email us

FAQ

8 days. It starts in Lhasa and ends in Kathmandu. Overnight stops: Lhasa, Gyantse, Shigatse, Rongbuk Monastery, Kerung (Gyirong). The day-by-day itinerary above shows travel times, places visited and meals for each day.

Please see the overview for the best season for this destination – we can advise on weather, festivals and peak periods for your travel dates.

The grade is easy, with a maximum altitude of about 5,200 m. Most healthy travellers manage well, but please take care at high altitude and consult your doctor if you have heart or breathing problems. Children and seniors are welcome with sensible precautions.

In the peak seasons (spring and autumn) most Lukla flights operate from Ramechhap (Manthali), about 4 hours by road from Kathmandu, with very early departures. In other months they may leave from Kathmandu. Flights depend on mountain weather, so please keep 1–2 spare days at the end of your trip.

No technical skills are needed, but you should be in good health and able to walk for several hours a day on uneven mountain trails. Regular walking, hiking and cardio exercise in the weeks before your trip will make it much more enjoyable.

Yes. Travel insurance covering trekking at the maximum altitude of your itinerary, including emergency helicopter evacuation and medical treatment, is mandatory for all trekkers.

Yes, porters are included as stated in the package (normally one porter for two trekkers, carrying up to about 20–25 kg in total). You carry only a small daypack with water, camera, snacks and a warm layer. Extra luggage can be left safely at your hotel.

Arrival and Departure transfers; All accommodations in 3 Star category Hotel with Breakfast only [B]; Air Conditioned private Vehicle; English speaking guide; Monument/ Temple Entrance Fees; Tibet Travel permit; All Govt. Taxes; Mineral Water; and more – see the full Includes list.

Tipping; Personal Expenses such as laundry, Telephone and Table Drinks; Lunch and Dinner; Any Int’l Air fares up to Lhasa; China Visa Service and Fee; Your Travel Insurance.

This package includes 7 breakfasts, as marked on each day of the itinerary. Other meals are at your own cost; your guide will recommend good local restaurants, and vegetarian, vegan and other dietary needs can be catered for.

Yes. We run this tour privately for your group on the dates you choose, and we can tailor it – add extra nights, change or upgrade hotels, add activities, flights or a guide in your language (Russian, German, French, Spanish, Chinese or Hindi on request). Just send us your wishes.

Tour Programs booked and subsequently cancelled shall be subject to cancellation charges as follows. a. Before 60 days no charge. b. within 60 days of start of program ~ 10 %. c. within 21 days ~ 15% of rate. d. within 14 days ~ 20% of rate. e. within 7 days ~ 35% of rate. f. less than 7 days or without notice ~ 50% of rate. Please see the Cancellation Policy section for full details.

Cancellation Policy

Tour Programs booked and subsequently cancelled shall be subject to cancellation charges as follows:
a. Before 60 days no charge
b. within 60 days of start of program ~ 10 %
c. within 21 days ~ 15% of rate
d. within 14 days ~ 20% of rate
e. within 7 days ~ 35% of rate
f. less than 7 days or without notice ~ 50% of rate
g. after arrival in Tibet ~ 100%

Note: Air ticket cancellation charge will be as per airline’s rule.

Booking Policy

A deposit of 20–30% is required to confirm your booking, with the balance due before or on arrival. Visa invitation letters, where required, are issued only after the deposit has been received.

Child Policy

Children under 5 travel free, sharing with parents. Children aged 5–11 receive a discounted rate. Children 12 and above are charged the full adult rate.

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8 Days Lhasa – EBC- Kathmandu Overland Tour

Overview

Why choose this tour?

Who is it for?

Trip Highlights

Itinerary in Details

Altitude Chart of 8 Days Lhasa – EBC- Kathmandu Overland Tour

Services Included

Services Excluded

Trip Notes

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8 Days Lhasa – EBC- Kathmandu Overland Tour

Overview

Why choose this tour?

Who is it for?

Trip Highlights

Itinerary in Details

Altitude Chart of 8 Days Lhasa – EBC- Kathmandu Overland Tour

Services Included

Services Excluded

Trip Notes

FAQ

1. How long is the 8 Days Lhasa - EBC- Kathmandu Overland Tour and where does it start and end?

2. When is the best time to do this tour?

3. How difficult is it, and is it suitable for children or seniors?

4. Do Lukla flights leave from Kathmandu or Ramechhap?

5. Do I need trekking experience?

6. Is travel insurance required?

7. Will porters carry my luggage?

8. What is included in the price?

9. What is not included?

10. Which meals are included?

11. Is this a private tour? Can I customise it?

12. What is the cancellation policy?

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