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Explore Lhasa with EBC - 10 Days

Trip Overview

This Explore Lhasa with EBC - 10 Days package suits for all travelers and nature lovers. If you are looking for the family trip to Tibet, this could be your ideal trip. Exploring the numerous temples, monasteries and palaces will refresh you and gives you an opportunity to feel the unique culture and lifestyle in Tibet. If you are on a family trip, your children will learn a lot about the meaning of respect and love during the visit. And they will also have a chance to observe and learn how ancient monuments are well reserved and should be kept for the next generation as the Tibetans have preserved.
The tour begins by visiting Kathmandu’s UNESCO World Heritage Sites and next day fly from Kathmandu to Lhasa. If it is your first time you are flying on this route then you will feel as if you are flying just above the heaven. The breathtaking views of the Himalayas that you witness your exhaustion and invigorate your spirit. We will drop you at the hotel after the arrival upon Lhasa and you can have all the time you want to get fresh and get acclimatized in the altitude of Tibet. Next two days will be spent by visiting Jokhang Temple, Barkhor market, Potala Palace, Sera and Drepung monasteries in Lhasa and hanging around the street of Lhasa, buying Souvenirs and enjoying the Tour. And further two days we will drive to different settlements to visit and explore numerous monasteries. On the day 8th we will hike to the Base Camp of Mt. Everest and finally, on the day 10th, you will fly back to Kathmandu or your onward destination.

Trip Highlights

  • Guided city tour in Kathmandu
  • Panoramic aerial view of Himalayan ranges during flight
  • Guided sightseeing in Lhasa
  • Visit historical monasteries
  • Potala Palace, Norbulingka, Jokhang temple
  • Strolling at Barkhor Street market and wonderful shopping
  • Scenic drive to Xigatse, Gyantse

Additional Information

We have tried to consign almost all necessary information on the website. However, you might have some confusion regarding the time, cost, and some technical help. So to have further discussion and information about the trip please directly contact us [email protected] and feel free to ring +977-9851116042/9841966352 and talk to us directly at any time.

Day 01:  Arrival at Kathmandu airport (1345meters).
Day 02: Pre-trip Meeting and Sightseeing around Kathmandu valley.
Day 03: Fly from Kathmandu (1,300m) to Lhasa (3,650m)
Day 04 and 05:  In Lhasa
Day 06: Lhasa – Shigatse via Gyantse.
Day 07: Shigatse – Ronbuk via Shegar.
Day 08: Hike to Everest Base Camp
Day 09: Shigatse – Lhasa
Day 10: Drive to the Airport or Train station for the next destination.

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Day 01:  Arrival at Kathmandu airport (1345meters).
Upon your arrival in the Tribhuwan International Airport (TIA) in Kathmandu, you will be greeted by a company representative, who will drop you off at our hotel. After checking in, take a rest or visit Amazing Nepal's office. You may also stroll in the streets of Thamel, a tourist hub in Kathmandu for some souvenir shopping. In the evening, there will be a welcome dinner hosted by Amazing Nepal Trek & Expedition. For dinner, you will be served excellent Nepalese cuisine which will introduce you to the country's authentic food culture. If your flight arrives late, both the meeting and dinner can be scheduled for the following day. Overnight in Kathmandu.
Day 02: Pre-trip Meeting and Sightseeing around Kathmandu valley.
After breakfast, you will set out for sightseeing of the culturally and architecturally rich heritage sites of the Valley. Places such as the Pashupatinath, the world famous temple precinct of the Hindus, the Boudhnath and Swaymbhunath, the world famous Buddhist stupa precinct, and Kathmandu Durbar Square will open up completely a new cultural world of Nepali art and architecture to you. You will also be taken to the Kumari Ghar, where resides the Virgin Goddess. We will also discuss the trip, and you will be introduced to your fellow traveler and our crews. Overnight at Hotel. (Breakfast Included)
Day 03: Fly from Kathmandu (1,300m) to Lhasa (3,650m)
We take an early flight from Kathmandu to Lhasa. As the flight will cross the Himalayan ranges, this is the best opportunity to enjoy the mountainous views while flying. You will get to view the peaks like Mount Everest, Mount Kanchenjunga, Mount Makalu and many others. Upon reaching the Lhasa airport we will drive you to the hotel for overnight stay.
Day 04 and 05:  In Lhasa
These two days You will spend these two days by exploring the most famous sites in Lhasa. you will start our tour with the visit to Sera Monastery, one of the famous monasteries in Lhasa. Lhasa is very famous for numerous temples and monasteries that have unique architecture and design. You will also visit Norbulingka which use to be summer palace of Dalai Lama. There is also the most sacred temple for Tibetan Buddhists called Jokhang temple. You will explore the temple area and Barkhor market. During the second day of your tour in Lhasa, you will continue the exploration of Lhasa. You will be visiting the great  Potala palace of Dalai Lama. The palace was built in the 17th Century and thus has the historical significance. The palace is located at a height from where the entire Lhasa city can be viewed. The palace is huge and built in the extravagant style and unique design. It also has a private quarter of Dalai Lama. You will also visit the 14th Century’s Drepung monastery. Around 10,000 monks used to live in the monastery but now the number is decreasing. It is largest Tibetan monastery which has the religious and historical significance.
Day 06: Lhasa – Shigatse via Gyantse.
Drive to Gyantse via Yamadroke Lake and high passes: Kora LA ( 5,010 m) & Kamba La (4,794 m) – Sight-seeing in Gyantse including Pholkor & Kumbum Monastery. PM: scenic drive to Shigatse (1.5 hrs) through the typical Tibetan Countryside. Overnight at hotel.
Day 07: Shigatse – Ronbuk via Shegar.
Enjoy the scenic drive to Shegar; take some rest and drive further via bumpy road to Runbook. This trip seems a little bit tiring, though the beautiful scenery makes you forget the pain. Overnight at Guesthouse
Day 08: Hike to Everest Base Camp
The day early in the morning, you will hike to Everest base camp. It is a couple of hours hiking; Explore around and drive back to Shegar.  You may use horse craft if you cannot walk to the base camp. Overnight at Guesthouse. [If time permits, drive to Shigatse]
Day 09: Shigatse – Lhasa
Visit Tashilomphu Monastery; Explore around Shigatse and drive back to Lhasa. Overnight at hotel.
Day 10: Drive to the Airport or Train station for the next destination.

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Cost Includes:

  • All airport transfer
  •  All Accommodation on Hotel/Guest House and tent Camp as per the itinerary.
  • All breakfast
  • Kathmandu - Lhasa flight
  • Transportation by 4WD Land Cruiser. 
  • All Sightseen and entrance fee as per the itinerary.
  • All Necessary Travel and Trekking Permit.
  • All required trekking Equipment.
  • English speaking Tibetan guide.
  • Necessary Government taxes and Service charge.

Cost not Includes:

  • Nepal entry visa fee
  • Lunch and dinner
  • Laundry, Telephone call, and hot water Bottle
  • Personal expenses
  • Medical fee if in case of emergency
  • Hiring porter or Horse.(Pony)
  • Rescue and Evacuation Service
  • Any Additional cost due to Natural calamity and Unforeseen Circumstances and etc.
  • Tips for Guide, Driver and Sherpa Staffs
  • All those things not mentioned in 'Cost Includes' section

All prices are in US dollars and do not include international airfare, unless otherwise noted.

TEMPERATURE AND WEATHER:

Weather conditions from March to October in Tibet can be expected to be dry and sunny, with precipitation in July and August. Day time temperatures can be as high as 22 degrees centigrade in Tibet. The average daily temperature will be 10 degrees centigrade, however, the intense sun at higher elevation can make it feel even hotter. Usually, there is an incredible drop in temperature from early afternoon to evening time; temperatures at night time can drop as low as 0 to -15 degrees centigrade at altitudes of 5000 meters, our highest camp during the Kailash Circuit.

FITNESS:
This is considered as a moderate trek, therefore, no specific level of fitness is required.  All those people can join this tour/trek if they think themselves fit and have strong will power. People suffering from cardiac or respiratory problems should consult with their doctor. Morning and evening walk, jogging, stretching, meditation and regular exercise make the journey comfortable for all.

ALTITUDE SICKNESS:
Altitude sickness can effect anyone who gain the elevation too rapidly without proper acclimatization.  We advise to read any book on trekking that has a chapter on this and also consult your doctor before you leave for the trip. Please note that AMS preventive medicines have to be taken by all participants as a precaution measure. Our advice: Drink at least 4 litters of water a day, do not exhaust yourself so much, breathe deep and take more rest than usual. The level of Oxygen become thinner at higher elevation. The inclement weather and high altitude induces certain illness generally not encountered over the plains. Headache, nausea, lassitude, lethargy, breathlessness, general uneasiness [malaise], high irritability, light loss of balance, disorientation, incoherence and insomnia are a few. It is common to all irrespective of the age, sex and physical fitness. Gradual acclimatization is the best answer. Some of symptoms indicate that the body mechanism is readjusting to new environments.
The best idea is deliberately slow down all the activities and observe the following rules: 

  • Rest and relax or do not exert, be excited.
  • Keep talking in low voice or observe silence with a smile.
  • Walk slowly – set one-third of your usual pace.
  • Keep your daypack light.
  • Stop every 20 minutes and take short rest.
  • Whenever you feel uncomfortable, just stop; rest and relax.
  • Ignore the sudden outbursts of fellow trekkers and avoid arguments.
  • Never go too high and too fast.
  • Avoid smoking, alcohol, drugs, and intoxicants.
  • Consume plenty of fluid; never keep your stomach empty.
  • Chant or visualize everything around to suit your pleasant thoughts or put on the earphones and listen to your favorite music. 
  • Be careful not to catch a cold. It is better to be over clothed than under protected. En-route avoid taking bath or drinking water straight from lake, stream or river as your system is not conditioned for this. 
  • Keep your boots/Ked inside. Protect yourself against dust and direct sunshine during the long stretches of driving. Face, feet, and hands must be well protected. 
  • Always talk and listen to your guide or the one with experience. Never leave the group.

CURRENCY:
‘Yuan’ is the currency unit in Tibet, China. Approximately, one US Dollar equivalent to six Yuan. All major foreign currencies are accepted in Zhangmu bank in return for Yuan.  Credit cards are easily accepted.

CUSTOM FORMALITIES:
Valuable goods taken for personal use (Mobile Phones and movie/video camera etc) should be declared at customs office by completing a customs declaration form and brought back to return journey. Antiques must be properly certified; otherwise, they may be confiscated. We strongly advise that not to bring any kind of books, magazines or any published materials against China or its Territory.
TRANSPORTATION:
We will provide flight ticket from Kathmandu to Lhasa and in whole Tibet part will be in Land cruiser/Pajero or Deluxe Tourist Buses as per the group size. Also, we will provide a support truck for luggage and all camping equipment and food supplies.

BRIEFING AND ORIENTATION:
We will arrange a ‘Detail Trip Briefing Program’ in Kathmandu before you leave for the trip. It is very mandatory that all participants attend this briefing. If you have any unsolved queries then you discuss during this meeting.

ACCOMMODATION:
Most of the places rooms are available nowadays. We may use hotel accommodation on twin sharing room basis. Single occupancy room may not be available.

FOOD AND BEVERAGE:
We will all breakfast at the same hotel you stay overnight but you have to look after lunch and dinner yourself. It will be advisable to bring sufficient supplementary food like chocolates, biscuits, nuts, pickles, bhujias, swahilis etc.

VISA AND DOCUMENTS:

To enter Tibet, we organize a group visa, and in order to do this, we will need a copy of your passport at least 30 days prior to the commencement of your trip. Tourism regulations in Tibet are subject to change without prior notice. As per current regulation of Chinese government, Indian passport holders must get a visa from Chinese Embassy Delhi so we collect all passport there. For Others (Except Indian), we collect the passport in Kathmandu at least 2 days before. At least six months validity of passport is needed for visa processing.

GUIDE/ESCORT:
Local English speaking Tibetan Guide will escort the group throughout the tour in Tibet.

PHOTOGRAPHY:
Still, Cameras, Home Video cameras are allowed into Tibet without having to take any permission.

INSURANCE:
We recommend that you have a Travel Insurance against any kind of sickness, emergency rescue, accident hospitalization, flight cancellation etc. as we accept no responsibility for damages or expenses which may arise from mishaps to persons or their belongings during the trip.
COMMUNICATION:
Since the last few years, communication has been improved a lot in Tibet. Most places  such as Nayalam, Saga, Paryang, and Darchen have international phone/wifi facilities. Internet cafes also are found at bigger towns, check with your guide for the best internet cafes in every town.
You will also have a roaming facility added to your mobile phone as it works nicely in Tibet. If you buy a Chinese SIM card at the border, you will be connected almost any time with your friends and family. Please talk to your guide for the latest facilities and schemes on Chinese Mobile Operators.

RISK AND LIABILITY:
Amazing Nepal Trek & Expedition will put every effort to make your journey very smooth and pleasant. However, all the programs in Tibet are conducted strictly under the rules and regulations of China Tibet Tourism Bureau. Therefore, we or our Tibet counterpart shall not be responsible for any change and alterations in the itinerary due to unavoidable circumstances such as landslide, road blockage, flood, snow, and political unrest, cancellation of flight, delay arrival, delay shortage of Land Cruiser Jeep in Tibet and sickness or accidents. Any extra cost incurring there of shall be borne by the clients on the spot. It is most recommended for clients to have full insurance against medical and personal accidents as well as trip cancellation.
TRIP CANCELLATION:
All notice of cancellation must be sent to our office in writing; verbal cancellation will not be accepted. There is no refund for services not used. In case of any cancellation, the booking amount will be completely forfeited. In addition, the following cancellation rules will be applicable to the balance amount payable.

  • 15 days period from tour departure date 30% cancellation.
  • 10 days period from tour departure date 75% cancellation.
  • 5 days and less period no sow 100% cancellation.

Above rules are applicable as per the rules and regulation of China Tibet Tourism Bureau and (IPSC) Indian Pilgrims Service China.

If you want to book a tour package with Amazing Nepal Trek and Expedition and still wondering about the essential equipment for your journey, here we are more than happy to offer our checklist for your references. Please make necessary amendments to our checklist as per your need and convenience. For some case, if you couldn’t get any of these listed equipment/gears in your hometown or you’re in a rush before you fly to Kathmandu, don’t worry! The listed necessary items mentioned below can be easily purchased here.
Except for your day pack, all luggage will be carried by porters. A porter is available for two people who will carry maximum up to 25 kg. So, You have to be careful while packing your Bag or luggage.
 
Moreover, There is an allowance of 15kg per person on the domestic flights. Additional personal items are not needed for the trekking portion of the trip which can be kept in the hotel’s storage room without extra cost.

Below is the checklist of equipment that is required for the trek:
 
HEAD

  • Buff headwear /neckwear
  • Sun hat or scarf
  • Light balaclava or warm fleece hat
  • Sunglasses
  • Head Torch

UPPER BODY

  • Cotton T-shirts or Thermals
  • Fleece jacket
  • Waterproof/windproof jacket
  • Down filled jacket  (Your own Down Jacket is strongly recommended, but Amazing Nepal Trek also supply complimentary down jacket which is needed to be returned after the completion of trek)

LOWER BODY

  • Lightweight cotton pants (long)
  • Waterproof Pants
  • Thermal underwear

FEET

  • Thin inner socks
  • Thick and warm wool hiking socks
  • Comfortable Hiking boots
  • Sneakers /slippers

HANDS

  • Gore-tex gloves

ACCESSORIES

  • Sleeping bag rated to - 20°C (Your own sleeping bag strongly is recommended, but Amazing Nepal Trek also supply complimentary sleeping bags which is needed to be returned after the completion of trek)
  • Trekking bags/duffel bag (Amazing Nepal Trek will supply complimentary water and windproof duffel/kit bag, but one extra big duffel bag/suitcase is necessary for items that are left at the hotel in Kathmandu)
  • Large plastic bags (For keeping items dry inside trek bag)
  • Trekking poles (Optional, Recommended)
  • Water bottle or camel bag
  • Toiletries
  • Towel
  • Sewing Kit
  • Insect repellent, sunscreen, and lip balm
  • The first-aid kit; should contain lip salve, Aspirin, Band Aids, anti-histamine, Imodium or similar tablets for mild cases of diarrhea
  • Re-hydration powder, extra prescription drugs you may be taking if any particular
  • Wet wipes 
  • Reading or writing material

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