After touring the ancient palaces, Hindu temple and Buddhist Stupas of Kathmandu valley, we take scenic flight to Lhasa over the Everest and excellent Tibetan landscape. This is probably the best flight to see the Himalaya and Lakes of Tibet. We will then explore great palaces, monasteries and temples in Tibet before driving to Gyanden. After visiting Ganden Monastery we start our 4 days trek over the Tibetan mountains to Samye, the first and holiest monastery of Tibet. The trek through highland yak pastures and over Shugu La pass (5200m/17000ft) takes us to a sacred mountain where many great Buddhist saints and teachers meditated, including Guru Padmasambhava, the founder of Tibetan Buddhism. After visiting Sayme we drive through central Tibet via Yamdrok Tso (Turquoise lake), to the historical towns of Gyantse and Shigatse and further by 4-WD jeeps to the famous Rongbu Monastery and day-hike to North Everest Base camp from where the views of the North Face of Mt. Everest is awesome. After exploring North Everest Base Camp and surrounding area we will follow the 2-day drive over the beautiful Tibetan landscape and get to Kathmandu. The breathtaking views of the snow-capped peaks as well as the views of Tibetan countryside will make the journey an unforgettable one. Witness Buddhist prayer ceremonies, visit the homes of local Tibetans and observe religious customs to help understand the Tibetan religion and life.

Day 01 Upon arrival transfer to hotel/welcome dinner followed by brief
Day 02 Day at leisure/hotel
Day 03 Full day Kathmandu sightseeing/hotel
Day 04 Fly to Lhasa in Tibet (3750m) / Hotel
Day 05 Lhasa sightseeing/hotel
Day 06 Lhasa Sightseeing/hotel
Day 07 Drive to Ganden/ kora around Ganden/camp
Day 08 Trek/camp
Day 09 Trek through high passes /camp
Day 10 Trek through high passes/camp
Day 11 Trek to Sayme and excursion around/camp
Day 12 Drive to Gyantse via Yamdrok lake/hotel
Day 13 Drive to Shigatse/hotel
Day 14 Drive to Xegar/hotel
Day 15 Drive to Rongbuk/hotel
Day 16 Excursion to Base Camp and back to Rongbuk/hotel
Day 17 Drive to Nylam/Guesthouse
Day 18 Drive to Friendship Bridge and to Dhulikhel/hotel
Day 19 Day at Leisure/shopping day/evening farewell dinner/hotel
Day 20 Drive to airport for return journey
Note: If you wan to shortcut this trip without making Everest Base Camp and Central Tibet is also possible. Customized itineraries for private groups are also available. Please contact us for details.