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Tibet Overland Tour via Kyirong – Lhasa – Everest Base Camp

Trip Length: 20 Days

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Embark on an extraordinary Tibet overland tour from Kyirong through Lhasa to the Everest Base Camp. Cross the Nepal-Tibet border at Kyirong and witness the lush highland landscapes before entering the spiritual heart of Lhasa, where you can explore the iconic Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, and the bustling Barkhor Street. Continue through scenic valleys and ancient towns like Gyantse and Shigatse, visiting monasteries and experiencing Tibetan culture. The journey culminates at the North Base Camp of Mount Everest, offering breathtaking views of the world’s highest peak and surrounding glaciers. Along the way, enjoy the vast Tibetan plateaus, turquoise lakes such as Yamdrok, and majestic mountain passes, making this adventure a perfect blend of culture, spirituality, and high-altitude Himalayan exploration.

Trip Facts

Max Altitude 4,950 m
Difficulty Easy
Best Season All Year
Accommodation Hotel / Guesthouse / Monastery Lodge

Tour Itinerary

DAY 1

May 17: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,400 m)

  • Arrive in Nepal's vibrant capital city.
    Airport pickup and transfer to hotel for
    rest.
  • Overnight: Kathmandu
  • Drive: N/A
DAY 2

May 18: Apply for Chinese Visa + Half-Day Kathmandu City Tour

  • Apply for the Chinese group visa and
    enjoy a short sightseeing tour in
    Kathmandu.
  • Overnight: Kathmandu
  • Drive: Approx. 20 km | 1–2 hrs (within city)
DAY 3

May 19: Kathmandu – Sankhu – Nagarkot (2,175 m)

  • Scenic drive through the Kathmandu
    Valley with visits to heritage villages
    en route to Nagarkot.
  • Overnight: Nagarkot
  • Drive: Approx. 40 km | 2–3 hrs
DAY 4

May 20: Nagarkot – Syabrubesi (2,600 m)

  • Full-day drive through forested hills and
    river valleys to reach the border town.
  • Overnight: Syabrubesi
  • Drive: Approx. 168 km | 8–9 hrs
DAY 5

May 21: Syabrubesi – Kyirong Town (2,800 m)

  • Cross the Nepal-Tibet border and
    complete immigration formalities before continuing to Kyirong.
  • Overnight: Kyirong
  • Drive: Approx. 20 km | 1 hr
DAY 6

May 22: Free Day in Kyirong for Acclimatization

  • Rest and adjust to the altitude. Optional short walks or light sightseeing.
  • Overnight: Kyirong
  • Drive: None
DAY 7

May 23: Kyirong – Pekutso Lake – Shegar (4,050 m)

  • Drive across vast Tibetan landscapes with
    a stop by Pekutso Lake en route to Shegar.
  • Overnight: Shegar
  • Drive: Approx. 270 km | 6–7 hrs
DAY 8

May 24: Shegar – Shigatse (3,900 m)

  • Journey to Shigatse, Tibet's second-
    largest city, known for the Tashilhunpo Monastery.
  • Overnight: Shigatse
  • Drive: Approx. 240 km | 6–7 hrs
DAY 9

May 25: Shigatse – Gyantse (3,950 m)

  • A short drive brings you to the historic
    town of Gyantse, home to the Kumbum
    stupa.
  • Overnight: Gyantse
  • Drive: Approx. 90 km | 2.5 hrs
DAY 10

May 26: Gyantse – Yamdrok Lake – Lhasa (3,650 m)

  • Scenic drive past the turquoise Yamdrok Lake and Karo La Glacier to reach Lhasa.
  • Overnight: Lhasa/li>
  • Drive: Approx. 270 km | 6–7 hrs
DAY 11

May 27: Lhasa Sightseeing: Potala, Jokhang, Barkhor

  • Visit the iconic Potala Palace, sacred Jokhang Temple, and the bustling
    Barkhor market.
  • Overnight: Lhasa
  • Drive: Approx. 10 km | Full-day walk/short transfers
DAY 12

May 28: Lhasa Sightseeing: Drepung, Sera & Norbulingka

  • Discover major monastic sites and the summer palace of the Dalai Lama.
  • Overnight: Lhasa
  • Drive: Approx. 30 km | 1–2 hrs (within city)
DAY 13

May 29: Lhasa – Shigatse

  • Retrace the route westward across the plateau back to Shigatse.
  • Overnight: Shigatse
  • Drive: Approx. 350 km | 7 hrs
DAY 14

May 30: Shigatse – Sakya Monastery (4,050 m)

  • Drive to Sakya and explore the famous monastery with its unique gray walls and murals.
  • Overnight: Sakya
  • Drive: Approx. 150 km | 4 hrs
DAY 15

May 31: Sakya – Shegar – Rongbuk Monastery / EBC Area (4,950 m)

  • Head toward Rongbuk, the world's highest monastery near Everest Base Camp.
  • Overnight: Rongbuk Guesthouse
  • Drive: Drive: Approx. 260 km | 6–7 hrs
DAY 16

June 1: Rongbuk – Everest Base Camp Visit – Tingri (4,350 m)

  • Morning view of Everest and return drive
    to Tingri.
  • Overnight: Tingri
  • Drive: Approx. 70 km | 2 hrs
DAY 17

June 2: Tingri – Kyirong (2,700 m)

  • Cross the high plains back toward the
    border at Kyirong.
  • Overnight: Kyirong
  • Drive: Approx. 270 km | 6–7 hrs
DAY 18

June 3: Kyirong – Kathmandu (1,400 m)

  • Re-enter Nepal and enjoy the scenic
    drive to Kathmandu.
  • Overnight: Kathmandu
  • Drive: Approx. 180 km | 8 hrs
DAY 19

June 4: Free Day in Kathmandu

  • Leisure day for shopping or optional
    cultural excursions.
  • Overnight: Kathmandu
  • Drive: N/A
DAY 20

June 5: International Departure

  • Transfer to airport for final departure.
  • Drive: Approx. 6–8 km | 30–45 min
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