The roof of the world — monasteries, lakes, and a view of Mount Everest
Journey to the spiritual heart of the Himalayas. Start in Lhasa — the Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, and debates at Sera Monastery. Then drive west across high passes to turquoise Yamdrok Lake, through Gyantse and Shigatse, all the way to Everest Base Camp. This is high-altitude travel at its most rewarding.
Operational review
Route and price basis reviewed October 2026
Private driver and 4WD vehicle; Oxygen canisters in vehicle; Airport transfers
Sustained walking, elevation or demanding terrain may occur; a fitness and access check is required before confirmation.
Four-star accommodation unless the itinerary or dated quote states otherwise; exact hotels remain subject to availability.
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Openings, schedules and supplier availability can change. The dated proposal takes precedence over this planning page.
| Duration | 10 days / 9 nights |
| Group Type | Private (1-6 travelers) |
| Difficulty Level | Challenging |
| Best Season | April-October (not July-August rainy season) |
| Cities Visited | Lhasa, Shigatse, Everest Base Camp, Gyantse |
| Regions | Tibet |
| Price Basis | From price per person based on 2 travelers sharing a room with 4-star hotels in low or shoulder season. |
1,000 rooms rising above Lhasa — the former winter residence of the Dalai Lama and Tibet's most iconic landmark.
Explore Potala Palace →The holiest site in Tibetan Buddhism — pilgrims prostrate themselves before its golden roof at dawn.
Explore Jokhang Temple →Watch monks debate Buddhist philosophy in a lively courtyard — clapping, gesturing, and challenging each other on doctrine.
Explore Sera Monastery →A turquoise holy lake at 4,440m — one of Tibet's three sacred lakes, framed by snow-capped mountains.
Explore Yamdrok Lake →Stand at 5,200m on the north side of the world's highest mountain — sunrise over Everest from Rongbuk Monastery is unforgettable.
Explore Everest Base Camp (Tibet) →Airport pickup. Rest and acclimatize. No activities planned.
Overnight: Lhasa hotel
Morning: Potala Palace (book early — daily visitor limit). Afternoon: Jokhang Temple and Barkhor pilgrimage circuit.
Overnight: Lhasa hotel
Morning: Drepung Monastery. Afternoon: Sera Monastery — watch the famous monk debates.
Overnight: Lhasa hotel
Drive over Kamba La pass (4,794m) to Yamdrok Lake. Continue to Karola Glacier and Gyantse. Visit Kumbum Stupa.
Overnight: Gyantse hotel
Morning drive to Shigatse. Visit Tashilhunpo Monastery — seat of the Panchen Lama.
Overnight: Shigatse hotel
Drive over Gyatso La (5,220m) and Pang La pass. First view of Everest. Arrive at Rongbuk Monastery (5,050m) — world's highest. Continue to EBC tent camp.
Overnight: EBC tent camp
Sunrise over Mount Everest from Rongbuk. Hike or bus to EBC viewpoint (5,200m). Return to Shigatse.
Overnight: Shigatse hotel
Drive back to Lhasa via the Friendship Highway. Free afternoon.
Overnight: Lhasa hotel
Free day for shopping, revisiting Barkhor, or an optional day trip to Namtso Lake.
Overnight: Lhasa hotel
Transfer to Lhasa Gonggar Airport.
Reference Price
Based on double occupancy
Reference price for 2 travelers sharing a room, using 4-star hotels in low or shoulder season.
Single supplement: +$680
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