Nepal and Tibet Overland Tour with EBC (fly in/drive out) - 14 Days

A representative from Himalayan trekkers with your nameplate will be waiting for you at the airport. After meeting, greeting and welcoming, you will be transferred to the hotel.

In case of early arrival sightseeing to Pashupatinath temple area and Bouddhanath stupa area. Otherwise, stroll around Thamel and rest in the hotel.

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After breakfast, we have a full day sightseeing of the Kathmandu valley including 4 of the UNESCO World Heritage SIte: Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath Stupa, Kathmandu Durbar Square, and Swoyambhunath Stupa.

Overnight stay at the hotel.

After early breakfast, you will be transferred to the airport for a scenic flight to Gongar airport and transferred to Lhasa where a Tibetan representative of Himalayan trekkers will be there in the Gongar airport.

Free to explore the local markets and streets in the evening.

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Your guided sightseeing begins from the Potala Palace which was the winter palace of the Dalai Lamas from 1649 to 1959. It is one of the holiest complexes of Tibetan Buddhism and also the highest palace on the globe. 

Then, we will move to Jokhang Temple, the holiest Buddhist temple in Tibet which hoses a life-sized image of Lord Buddha. It was built in the 7th century at the center of the old Lhasa town surrounded by Barkhor Street, an ancient round street. 

After exploring the temple, we will take around at the must-see Barkhor Street that offers the original outlook of Lhasa. 

Today we will visit Norbulingka Palace, the summer residence of the Dalai Lamas. This UNESCO World Heritage Site palace has a complex different from most of the monasteries in Tibet. 

We will also visit the popular Drepung Monastery, the most significant monastery in Tibetan history, It is one of the three great Gelug monasteries along with Sera and Ganden monasteries. 

The last sightseeing spot will be Sera Monastery, one of the most beautiful monastery complexes. It was the second-largest monastery in the world which resided more than 9,000 monks. 

Another beautiful night in the city. 

We will have an exciting drive to Gyantse as we drive past the Khamba La pass (4794 m), Yamdrok Tso Lake, Karo La pass (5045m), and many Himalayan peaks from the road. By the late afternoon, we will reach the Tibetan settlement of Gyantse and take a walk around it.

Overnight.

After breakfast, we will visit the Gyantse Dzong, which dates back to the 14th century and overlooks the Gyantse area. We will visit the famous Pelkor Monastery which includes the Gyantse Kumbum. Considered as the largest of the three Kumbums in Tibet, it has nine floors with unique chapels. 

After the morning sightseeing, we take a drive to Shigatse, the second-largest city in Tibet.  After arriving in Shigatse, we will visit the Tashilumpo monastery.

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A scenic drive from Shigatse along the Friendship highway takes us to Shegar today. The drive is full of beautiful scenery. We will drive past the settlement of Lhatse and also drive past the Gyamtso La pass. A brief stop at Natang Monastery is a must. Driving further ahead, we will stop at the Shakya monastery with the biggest gold book in the world.

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After breakfast, we will start driving towards the Rongbuk Monastery. 

In the evening time, you can interact with locals and also observe the evening prayers. Be prepared for the excursion to the highlight of the trip ''Everest Base Camp on the Tibetan side''.

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We will hike from Rongbuk Monastery to reach the northern base camp of the highest peak Mount Everest, Qomolangma in Tibetan. We will explore the area, take pictures of the highest peak, visit the Ronghu Glacier, and return to Rongbuk before sunset.

After enjoying the scenic mountainous view with delicious breakfast, we will further drive to Kayrong.

Kayrong is the border area of China-Nepal.

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After enjoying a good breakfast, we will drive to the border, complete the immigration formalities and enjoy the scenic drive back to Kathmandu.

Free time on your own.

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You can visit the cultural heritage sites, go for a day hike or be part of other interesting activities.

In the evening, farewell dinner with team of Himalayan trekkers.

Overnight.

After breakfast, a representative of Himalayan trekkers will assist and transfer you to the airport 3 hours earlier than your scheduled flight back to your onward destination.

We hope to see you soon.