Whether you come to photograph or simply gaze at the spectacle, we welcome you to the "Roof of the World" - Mt. Everest. Your trip includes the iconic landmarks-the Potala Palace, inspiring Mt. Everest, and holy Yamdrok Lake as well as countless opportunities to experience the Buddhist cultural touch. You will also visit Rongbuk Monastery, the highest monastery in the world. Experience life of the Tiibetan plateau and discover the magic of the Himalayas.
DAY01: Flight or Train to Lhasa (Elev. 3,650.- m)
Your choice of flying from Beijing/Shanghai/Chengdu/Xian/Chongqing to Lhasa or taking a train from Xining/Lanzhou. Please tell our travel advisor which city you plan to fly from. The flight or train ticket is included. We will arrange a morning flight to Lhasa, and let you have more time to relax and acclimatize in the afternoon.
DAY02: Lhasa
Full day tour for visit of Jokhang and Sera Monastery.
DAY03: Lhasa
Full day tour for visit of Tibetan Landmark-The Potala Palace and also the summer palace of the Dalai Lamas-Norbulingka.
DAY04:Lhasa/Shigatse
Full day adventure with visit of the holy Yamdrok Lake ( at. 4,500.- m ) and the fabulous scenery of Karuola Glacier (at 5,560.- m).
DAY05: Shigatse/Dingri
Half day tour for visit of Tashilunpo Monastery
DAY06: Dingri/Mt. Everest Base Camp (Elev. 5,200.- m)/Shigatse
Full day adventure for visit of the Roof of the World-Mt. Everst and also the highest temple in the world-Rongbuk Monastery at 5,100.- meters.
DAY07: Shigatse/Lhasa
Full day journey along the Yarlung Tsangpo Grand Canyon. You will also pay a visit of a traditional Tibetan village on the way.
DAY08: Depart from Lhasa
Free time for leisure and airport transfer on time. End of service.