Tibet Tour 8 Days Lhasa to Everest Base Camp Small Group Tour
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This is a classic multi-day tour that provides the opportunity to visit from Lhasa to Everest Base camp. The tour will get you acquainted by covering all main tourist sites like Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, Barkor street, Drepung and Sera monastery with Gyantse Kumbum and Tashi Lhunpho monastery. Tourists can also see natural scenery like the beautiful, sacred lake of Yamdrok Tso, and Karo glacier, and beautiful views of Mt. Everest, the highest mountain in the world, from Everest Base Camp.
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 10 working 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 Note: Customers' airport pick-up and drop-off in Lhasa needs to be arranged by the tour supplier. If customers fly to Lhasa from Kathmandu, please do not apply for China L Visa in advance. Customers need to apply for their Tibet Group Visa from China Embassy in Kathmandu via travel agency. Before that, they need to ask for an invitation letter from the tour supplier. If customers fly or take a train to Lhasa from one city of China, they need to apply for their China L Visa from the China Embassy in their country.
Travelers are required to provide photocopy of passports and China L visas in advance
Price is based on double occupancy. Single room supplement is subject to availability and additional charge
Please Note: Lunched and dinners are excluded, only 1*welcome dinner and 1*lunch included
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 in XinDing Lhasa Hotel or similar, 3 star
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 in XingDing Lhasa Hotel or similar, 3 star
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 Day Tour: Drepung Monastery and Sera Monastery
Accommodations
Overnight in XinDing Lhasa Hotel or similar, 3 star
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. Notice: 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 in Shigatse Shigayangcha Hotel , 3 star
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).
In Gyantse, we will visit the famous Pelkor Monastery and Gyantse Kumbum and enjoy the Far view of Gyangtse Fortress. After one and a half driving, we arrive in Shigatse, which is the second largest city in Tibet. In Shigatse, we may visit traditional Barley Mill and view the landscape of Barley Field (in summer).
Shigatse(3900m) to EBC (5200m) via Tingri
Accommodations
Overnight in Rongpuk Tent Guest house, dorm bed (flexible, depends on situation)
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Mount Everest Base Camp
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.
EBC return to Shigatse
Accommodations
Overnight in Shigatse Shigayangcha Hotel , 3 star
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 in XinDing Lhasa Hotel, 3 star
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 Departure
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Lhasa
You have to leave Tibet by air ot by flight as your Tibet Permit is limited for this tour. 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
Winter care service（from Nov.15 to Feb.15）: Hot Water bottle and Electric blanket to keep warm at Rongpuk Guest House
Liability travel insurance
English-speaking Tibetan guide
Service Charge & Government Taxes
Oxygen cylinder in the car (4L or 7L)
All accommodation, hotels with breakfast based on twin-sharing in Lhasa and Shigatse
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)
Pick-up / Drop-off service from Airport, train station to Lhasa
Drinking water provided during the trip
The Chinese Visa invitation letter if needed
platform service fee.
Welcome Dinner in local restaurant when group members meet in Lhasa
Tips to driver and tour guide
Lunches and dinners
Flight/train ticket to Lhasa(we can help if need)
Pickup points
Gongga Airport Hotel
Gongga Airport, Lhasa China
Lhasa Airport
Lhasa China
Options
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Reviews
636 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Unforgettable trip in a wonderful region
Sightseer57946445346,Apr 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide Lobsang and driver Sangyai were an exceptional team.They both had great humour and above all a warm heart.Lobsangs knowledge was amazing
Incredible Trip to Tibet
cwF9798GO,Apr 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We recently completed the 8-day Lhasa-Everest Base Camp small group tour and had an incredible experience. Our group, was fortunate to get clear views of Mount Everest, Cho Oyu, and other peaks thanks to great weather! Be sure to get plenty of rest in the lead up to your trip and drink lots of water/electrolytes as the altitude at Everest Base Camp is no joke! Our tour guide, Pem, was kind, thoughtful, knowledgeable, and patient, making the experience as enjoyable as it was exciting. I’d highly recommend Pem as a guide for anyone looking to do this tour in the future.
Trip of a lifetime to Tibet Everest!
Cwray1985,Apr 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00From the temples in Lhasa, to the journey over to Everest Base Camp our guide Tenzin Gyaltsen took exceptional care of us and took great pleasure in sharing his culture and country with us. During the time at altitude a couple of our group suffered from altitude sickness, Tenzin went the extra mile to make sure they were provided with oxygen and taken care of. We would have no hesitation in recommending Tenzin to friends and family who come to visit this stunning country
Memories to last a life time
icejaner,Apr 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What an amazing trip this was. From booking the company were very responsive and answered queries quickly The guide Tenzin Gyaltsen was brilliant. He was organised Friendly and very knowledgeable. He made us all feel safe at all times and looked after members of the group that didn’t feel well at timesHis English was good nothing too much trouble A great experience and such great value. Memories to last a life time I would highly recommend the company. The guide and the amazing country
Amazing Trip with wonderful guide Tenzin gyaltsen.
kate m,Apr 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Well organised tour . We saw lots of amazing sights that we weren’t expecting. Our guide Tansin made us feel safe and supported he was knowledgeable and helpful at all times. Highly recommend this trip
Excellent service
cysmp,Apr 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Four of us joined this tour and the overall conclusion is that we are very satisfied with the services starting from the booking agent, Laura Tang, who was very responsive and helpful with our questions and changes. Our guide, Tseyang, to be honest, was not easy to warm up to initially. She seemed to be always in a rush. After warming up however, she was a different person, extremely helpful and making sure we got everything we wanted and hit every highlight we wanted to see/visit. If not for her smoothing the admin processes, we would have been lost many times and spent anxious time and caught in unnecessary delays. With her around, we don't have to worry about a single thing and just followed her and breeze through everything. That is most important for a trip like this to be enjoyable. At the monasteries we visited, she was very patient in explaining all the Buddhism beliefs and answering all our inquisitive questions, which we had plenty. I remember one particular incidence when we were at Qomolangma base camp. There was one particular picture i wanted to take. Tseyang went out of her way to find out where that particular spot is by asking around and brought us to the exact spot. This time, she stayed around and took tons of photos for us. We also requested to visit another monastery last minute and she obliged us to fulfill our request even though it was not on the itinerary. We must also add a word here for the young driver 唐福周 who was excellent. Courteous, always helpful with a smile. More importantly, driving on Tibetan country and mountainous roads need skills and experience. 唐师傅 has plenty. We never for a moment felt unsafe even on those 108 bends road leading to the base camp. Overall, we all agree that they deserve a 5 star rating.
We had a wonderful time!
B9608IZgurpreets,Apr 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a wonderful time! Very well organized and accommodations were top notch. Sangay was our driver and did an excellent job driving us safely through many winding roads. The drives were well paced with lots of stops in scenic stops. The schedule also allowed us to have enough time to rest and explore independently. Our guide was Samsara and he was also excellent. He took care of us and was a wealth of knowledge. Last, Mount Everest literally takes your breath away. Highly recommend doing this at least once in your lifetime!
An unforgettable Everest adventure with the best team!
PABLO A,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I just completed the 8-day tour from Lhasa to Everest Base Camp with Tibet Vista and the experience has been spectacular. The agency has everything perfectly organized, from permits to small logistical details. The places chosen for the meals were ideal allowing the trip to pass without digestive setbacks. Although what really made this trip special was our guide, TinTin. His extensive knowledge of Tibetan history, culture and Buddhism allowed him to gain a better understanding of Tibet. He also gave the explanations speaking in English slowly so that it would be understandable by people who did not master oral English. Also in the visits, in addition to the explanations, he gave us directions of where to get the best photos. He gave us recommendations about health and seeing how we found ourselves with altitude. He also controlled the timing very well to comply with everything set out in the program. His patience in answering our thousand questions and his excellent sense of humor made the long hours of driving through the landscapes of Tibet much more enjoyable. Thanks to Tibet Vista and, above all, to our guide TinTin, who without him would not have been the same, for making this dream come true.
Tibet bucket list - Lhasa to Everest
402julianj,Apr 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic tour with guide Tashiphuntsok. He is very knowledgeable about all Tibet. Giving us a personal guided tour through the Tibetan culture, religion of Buddhism, and culinary delights. He has giving us a memorable experience through the world heritage sites of Tibet. And we’re treated to fantastic photographic opportunities of Everest and monasteries. We were always safe and given great advice when traveling at high altitudes (5300m).
Dream trip to Tibet
Frances K,Apr 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This trip has been a lifelong dream come true! I’m completing the 8 day Lhasa to Everest Base Camp tour. Our guide TinTin has done an amazing job organizing our group. He is fluent in English and has explained all sites in an engaging and insightful manner. Everyone has been well looked after. I also strongly commend Emma in the reservation office that responded to my initial inquiry quickly and accurately, including many changes on my part.
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