10 Days Tibet Everest Base Camp and Namtso Small Group Tour
Overview
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1 week 3 days
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Enjoy this multi-day tour and explore Tibet through some of its impressive sights: Potala Palaces, Jokhang temples, Drepung and Sera monastery, snow-capped mountains of Nyenchen Thanglha and holy lakes Yamdrok, real Tibetan villages and nomads. Lhasa is one of the highest cities in the world with the altitude of about 3600 meters and prides the world-highest salt lake Namtso. You will also visit the mystical Buddhist monasteries of the Kumbum Stupa in Gyantse, Tashilhunpho monastery in Shigatse.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Book at least 20 days in advance so tour operator may attain your Tibet Permit. Tibet Permit will be delivered to customers' delivery address / hotel address in one city of China. Please note your tour operator will contact you after the booking is confirmed.
Travelers are required to provide photocopy of passports and China L visas at least 20 days prior to travel date
Please Notice: Customers' airport pick-up and drop-off in Lhasa need be arranged by tour supplier. If customers fly to Lhasa from Kathmandu, please do not apply for China L Visa in advance, because customers need apply for their Tibet Group Visa from China Embassy in Kathmandu via travel agency. Before that, they need ask for invitation letter from tour supplier. If customers fly or take a train to Lhasa from one city of China, they need apply for their China L Visa from China Embassy in their country.
Price is based on double occupancy. Single room supplement is subject to availability and additional charge
Some of the activates might be altered or cancelled due to force majeure like bad weather, close of monastery and activities etc.
Cancellation Policy
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
What To Expect
Lhasa Arrival
Accommodations
Overnight at 3 star hotel (reference: Xinding hotel or similar)
Lhasa
Upon arrival, our Tibetan guide will greet you at the airport or train station. You'll then be transferred to your hotel in downtown Lhasa. Along the way, you can enjoy the spectacular scenery of Yarlung Tsangpo River, Lhasa River, and the typical Tibetan villages. After arriving at the hotel, take some time to rest and acclimate to the high altitude. It's helpful to take it easy for the first few days and remember to stay hydrated by drinking water. Please note that there will be no sightseeing scheduled for today.
Lhasa Tour - Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, Barkhor Street
Accommodations
Overnight at 3 star hotel (reference: Xinding hotel or similar)
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Potala Palace
Today's tour will first bring you to the Potala Palace which is the winter palace of the Dalai lama. It was put to use since the 7th Century by the 33rd great king of Tibet. The most valuable collections of Potala Palace are the gilded burial stupas of former Dalai Lamas and meditation Cave of the 33rd great king of Tibet.
Jokhang Temple
Then after lunch, tourists head to Jokhang temple which was founded by the 33rd great king of Tibet in the 7th century. Inside you can see the statue of Buddha Sakyamuni at the age of twelve. Outside, you can see pilgrims making prostrating in front of Jokhang Temple.
Barkhor Street
Around the temple is Barkhor street, where you can do kora (a religious circle of a building or mountain) with pilgrims and locals, and explore the old market. Besides, We can taste Tibetan tea with locals in tea house; The welcome dinner will also be arranged accordingly.
Lhasa Tour - Drepung Monasteryand Sera Monastery
Accommodations
Overnight at 3 star hotel (reference: Xinding hotel or similar)
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Drepung Monastery (Zhebang Si)
In the morning, you are going to visit Dadong Village, the most beautiful village in Lhasa. Located 25 kilometers southwest of Lhasa downtown, Dadong Village is a well-protected ancient Tibetan village that surrounded by valleys. After arriving, you will visit the Nyimatang Monastery (built in the 11th century), take a light walk in the village, and see what rural life in Lhasa is like. You will also visit a local Tibetan family and enjoy the lunch offered by the family. We will go to Dadong Village instead of Drepung Monastery.
Sera Monastery
In the Afternoon, Tourists will visit Sera Monastery which is another one of the “great three” Gelug monasteries of Tibet. The hot attraction is the Monks debate at around 3 - 5 in the afternoon. In addition, you can tour the Tibetan religious scripture printing house; inside the monastery, you can see three sand Mandalas and colorful Rock Painting of Buddha.
Lhasa (3650m) to Shigatse(3900m) via Gyantse
Accommodations
Overnight at 3 star hotel (reference: Xinding hotel or similar)
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Yamdrok Yumtso Lake
In the morning, drive from Lhasa to Shigatse .On the way, drive over the Gampala pass (4790 m), and you will have a glimpse of Yamdrok-tso (4400m) .The Lake is surrounded by many snow-capped mountains and in the distance you can have spectacular views of Holy Mount Nyenchen Khangsar, (7191m) the highest mountain near Lhasa .
Karo La Glacier
Later, we will pass and enjoy the Karola Glacier on the roadside; At Manak Dam Lake, you can hang pray flag at Simila Mountain Pass; Then, we will arrive in Gyantse, historically Tibet's third largest city (after Lhasa and Shigatse).
Shigatse(3900m) to Everest Base Camp (5200m) via Tingri
Accommodations
Overnight at Rongpuk Guesthouse, Dorm bed
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Qomolangma National Nature Preserve
After getting your Alien’s travel permit, and then drive to Lhatse, it is a small town where you can have lunch. After that, we will pass Tsola Pass(4600M), and Gyatsola Pass(5248M). Shortly after we enter Mt. Everest National Nature Reserve, tourists can enjoy the panorama of Himalaya at Gawula Pass(5198m).Then we drive along the New zigzag road to Everest Base Camp(5200m). You can get closer to gazt at the Mt. Everest peak. The sunset of golden Everest peak if time and weather permits at the lodging area.
Everest Base Camp return to Shigatse
Accommodations
Overnight at Shigatse Shigayangcha Hotel, 3 star
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Rongbuk Monastery
In the morning, you can see the sunrise appear on the top of Mt Everest, and have a full view of the magnificent Mount which stands like a snow-capped pyramid in front of you at Rongpuk, the vantage point for watching Mt. Everest. Then drive back to Shigatse.
Shigatse to Lhasa
Accommodations
Overnight at 3 star hotel (reference: Xinding hotel or similar)
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Tashilunpo Monastery
You will start your day by heading to the Tashilunpo Monastery, which is the seat of Tibet's second highest incarnation, the Panchen Lama. Afterwards, you will be driven 175 miles (280km) back to Lhasa by following Yalong Valley through Friendship Highway. It takes about 6 hours.
Lhasa - Namtso Lake - Stone Elephant Gate
Accommodations
Overnight at Namtso Village, yangdacang hotel or similar
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Lake Namtso
In the morning, drive from Lhasa to Lake Namtso, one of the four holy lakes of Tibet and also the highest saline lake in the world. On the way, you can see snow-capped Nyenchen Thanglha Mountain Ranges and lots of nomads and their tent with grazing yak and sheep densely-populated on the flourishing grassland (in summer). Besides, you can enjoy the view of the Sky-Road Railway with snow mountain background; while standing at the famous Lagenla Pass(5190m), you can view the stunning vista of holy Namtso Lake. Then we can enjoy our time doing a leisurely trek around Tashi Dor Island and along the lakeshore. Drive back to Damxung. (For environment protection, the Lakeshore guesthouses were close by the government.) Stay overnight in Damxung.
Zhaxi Peninsula
There are five holy islets inside Lake Namsto, which are said to be the incarnation of the Five Buddhas. Among them, "Tashi Island " is the largest one that offers a full panoramic view of Lake Namsto.
Namtso Elephant Gate - Lhasa
Accommodations
Overnight at 3 star hotel (reference: Xinding hotel or similar)
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Lake Namtso
After breakfast, you will take an off-road vehicle and a tourist shuttle bus to the Stone Elephant Gate, which is located on the northern shore of Namtso Lake and is considered the most breathtaking site of the lake region. The journey covers about 50 kilometers. The Stone Elephant Gate is a naturally formed rock that resembles a giant elephant, with its long trunk extending into the clear lake, as if devoutly drinking water. Under the azure sky, the snow-capped mountains are reflected in the mirror-like lake, complementing the drifting white clouds and creating a dreamlike, ethereal scene. Prayer flags flutter in the wind, and the sunlight shimmers on the lake like scattered gold, pure and peaceful. After exploring the Stone Elephant Gate, you will begin your return journey to Lhasa in the afternoon. The way back is mostly along well-paved highway, with a stop for lunch along the wa
Lhasa departure
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Lhasa
Congratulations, you have complete the 15 days long journey more than 2000kms. If you want to stay longer and book another tour in Tibet, or want us to assist to arrange airport/railway drop-off servicef, please contact us.
What‘s Included
Liability travel insurance
The invitation letter of China L Visa if needed
English-speaking Tibetan guide
All accommodation, hotels based on twin-sharing with breakfasts. Rongpuk Guest House Dorm bed
Oxygen cylinder in the car (4L or 7L)
Airport/Train station to Lhasa city pick up/drop off
Tibet Handy Map
Tibet Travel Permit and other necessary permits for Tibet (excluding the Chinese L visa)
Entrance ticket fee of all tourist sites listed in the itinerary, Everest Base Camp Echo bus
Transportation by comfortable van or minibus with experienced local driver (gasoline is included)
Drinking water provided during the trip
platform service fee.
Welcome Dinner in local restaurant when group members meet in Lhasa
Lunches and dinners
Tips to driver and tour guide.
Flight/train ticket to Lhasa(we can help if need)
Pickup points
Lhasa Airport
Lhasa China
Options
10Days Namtso Shigatse Package
10Days Namtso Shigatse Package
Reviews
122 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
An unforgettable experience! 🩷🚐🏔️
Compass09126214720,Apr 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was hands down, one of the greatest trips ever! My tour guide was Kiki, and my driver was Tashi. Kiki was so knowledgeable and provided great insights into Tibetan culture and history throughout the trip. She was also super fun to be around - my family and I were super engaged and had a lot of laughs with her around :) She accommodated to our every request, surprised us with lots of food, brought us to amazing lunch & dinner spots (+ hidden gems) and just made the trip a 10/10! My boyfriend also proposed to me at Everest Base Camp, and Kiki (being the amazing photographer that she is), took SO many amazing photos!!!! Kiki and Tashi also surprised us the next day at dinner with a huge cake to celebrate our engagement, which was so so sweet :”) It really shows that they go above and beyond to make clients feel special. Tashi, our driver, was also such a pro. He drove for long hours everyday without complaint. With over 32 years of driving experience under his belt, he was the MVP that made the trip possible for sure. As a person that gets motion sickness quite often, I did not once feel sick whilst in the car thanks to his smooth driving. Thanks Kiki and Tashi for making the trip so unforgettable. To prospective clients, do consider Tibet Vista! :) PS. Air is very dry. Do bring lots of moisturiser. To help with the altitude acclimatisation, do consider taking the train to Lhasa (longer hours, but your body will probably thank you for it).
Perfect Trip with Kiki
F7201NJjonathanc,Apr 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Kiki and Tashi were an integral part of making this trip so enjoyable. They attended to our every need while making every effort to accommodate what we wanted to accomplish on this Tibet trip. Kiki was very knowledgeable and always took the extra step in ensuring we had our best experience. Tashi was impeccable in his driving and navigation and ensured we were safe through the long rides. This trip would not be the same without them and I cannot recommend them enough. 10/10 would do it again.
Journey to Nyingchi
16padmat,Apr 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour guide Jenny was very nice. She explained every attractions and history in great detail, and the itinerary was very flexible—when the peach blossoms faded, she found pear blossoms for us to see instead.
With a group of friends from different countries is special
吳美,Apr 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Tour guide Gonpo was very careful to introduce each attraction More difficult to understand English will also speak to us in Chinese again Driver Pazhu Driving technology is good👍🏼
The best Tibetan team
ssuhuil,Apr 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Gonpo is a tour guide dedicated to propagating Tibetan culture, allowing us to better understand Tibet's place, beliefs, customs, and the daily itinerary is full and rich. Pazhu is a very friendly driver, also very energetic, driving a long time every day very hard but all smiling, thank you for taking us to all places in Tibet to tour, thank you very much, it was a wonderful journey!
A trip to Tibet for a lifetime
yuhanl451,Apr 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Once in Tibet, humans are worth it! This trip will become a nutritious part of my life, whether it is in the Tibetan Buddhist faith seen here or the magnificent nature and pure and simple smile, these beauties have purified my mind, thank you for embarking on this journey, and also the guide Gonpo and the driver Pazhu will share all this to me, so that this trip to Tibet is not just a horse riding but a true understanding of everything in Tibetan culture.
An amazing wonderful trip!
germancQ5819CW,Apr 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Gonpo was amazing, he made the tour even greater! He is always eilling to help, he answer all the questions, and make all of us feel safe. He is really taking care of the safety while being so high. The driver was amazing too, always in time, friendly and taking care of us. Gonpo was the best complement to a wonderful tour, everything really professional, you can tell how well organized is everything even when there were changes needed. So the tour was a 10/10 trip. They took well care of all, and I felt like everything was in order all the time. Will choose them again to another trip on Tibet! Amazing trip!
A perfectly organized and memorable trip
in sc391,Apr 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had an amazing experience with this agency during my trip to Tibet. Everything was very well organized from start to finish, and I always felt in good hands. Even when unexpected situations came up, they handled everything smoothly and professionally, which made the whole experience completely stress-free. Our tour guide Gonpo, truly made a difference in this trip. He was incredibly knowledgeable, explained everything in a clear and engaging way, and was always there for us. He was not only very professional but also genuinely kind, attentive, and always ready to help with anything we needed, which made the experience even more special. A special mention as well to our driver Pazhu, who, despite not speaking English, was incredibly kind and friendly. We even encountered snowy and challenging road conditions, and he drove with great care and professionalism, making us feel safe at all times. I truly recommend this agency to anyone planning a trip to Tibet! I’m sad to be leaving, but I leave feeling happy and fulfilled
Amazing experience in Tibet
jurgitao108,Mar 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Trip to Tibet was the best, the most beautiful travel experience of my life. All organisational questions have been handled very promptly and everything else during the journey was taken care of by Tibet Vista, the group was of the ideal size, the tour guide Kaldor was very knowledgeable, lively, a great photographer and going the extra mile for us whenever possible. It was a real pleasure to travel under his supervision. As a solo female traveler I would recommend this trip to everyone. The beauty of the nature and the Tibetan culture are like much needed vitamins for one’s soul.
Good experiences, nice guide and comfortable accommodations
arkh0mk,Mar 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Good experiences for travel with Tibet Vista, we took 10 days trip in Tibet that include natural and cultural activities, nice and helpful guide and also a driver, the accommodations are comfortable and clean.
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