Enjoy a visit to Drepung Monastery, which is the biggest monastery devoted to Tibetan Buddhism. Learn about the biggest school of Tibetan Buddhism: the Gelug School.

In the afternoon, visit Sera Monastery, comprising a great sutra-chanting hall, a college and 32 dormitories. Watch a monks'debate and enjoy their special "debating dance". Don’t miss the colorful thangka-style murals on the rocks on the hill behind and the great panoramic view of Lhasa city from the monastery.

Overnight in Lhasa

【General rules for visiting temples in Tibet

Cameras are not allowed in the temples or in the debate field, but taking photos with a cell phone is acceptable.

When entering a temple, please take off your hat and sunglasses to show respect. Your shoulders should be covered and you should not wear shorts.

Walk clockwise when visiting Barkhor Street.】

Pilgrimage to the Potala Palace in the morning. Discover the unique construction technology for building the palace when you step up. Enter the white palace and red palace to see exquisite murals, decorated statues, and antiques. Listen to stories of the famous King of the Tubo Kingdom and the Dalai Lamas. View the palace from four selected angles, which will allow you to fully enjoy the beauties of the palace.

Before entering the Potala Palace, you will need to climb about 360 steps, which takes about 30 minutes. Take it easy and have a short break if you like, and take some photos on the way.

Jokhang Temple,it is “Mecca” for Buddhists as it preserves the life-sized golden sitting statue of Sakyamuni when he was 12 years old.

In the late evening , explore Barkhor Street including its local market, admire traditional Tibetan architecture, getting to know the history of Lhasa and its people’s daily life.

Overnight in Lhasa

Lhasa- Lake Yamdrok platform : 2hours

Lake Yamdrok platform- Karola Glacier : 2hours

Karola Glacier- Shigatse: 3hours

Altitude of Lake Yamdrok : 4500m

Karola Glacier:5000m

Altitude of Shigatse : 3836m

Overnight In Shigatse

After breakfast, we will start a 6.5-hour drive (330 kilometers) to the top of the world – Mount Everest. Along the way, you will visit several viewpoints where you can catch glimpses of Everest. The journey culminates with an overnight stay at Everest Base Camp (EBC).

Departing from Shigatse, you'll be accompanied by rural farmland and villages. Approximately 4 hours into the journey, you'll approach Dingri County, where you'll have your first view of Everest from the Dingri Viewpoint.

Upon entering the Everest scenic area, you'll be treated to breathtaking panoramic views of the Himalayan range from Gawula Pass. The 7000 to 8000-meter peaks of the Himalayas stand proudly above the sea of clouds, creating a majestic and awe-inspiring spectacle.

Next, you'll proceed on the dedicated road leading to Everest, with the mountain growing larger and closer until you reach the northern face base camp. From the base camp, Everest appears like a colossal pyramid standing before you.

We will strive to arrive at Everest Base Camp before sunset, allowing you the opportunity to witness the magnificent natural phenomenon of the sunset casting golden hues upon the mountain.

Altitude of Everest Base Camp : 5200m

Overnight in Everest Base Camp

Taking a stroll near the base camp to savor the beautiful moments of the early morning.

After breakfast, the guide will take you to visit Rongbuk Monastery, the world's highest-altitude monastery, famous for being the location where the sea waves engulfed the last piece of land in the movie "2012." It is also an excellent vantage point for capturing the natural and cultural landscapes of Mount Everest.

Then drive to Shigatse and overnight in Shigatse

On the last morning of your return journey from Everest to Lhasa, you will visit the largest monastery in western Tibet, Tashilhunpo Monastery. It has been the seat of Panchen Lamas and is known for its grand scale and magnificent architecture. It houses the world's largest gilded bronze statue, stupas of the Panchen Lamas, and exquisite Buddhist murals.

After the visit to Tashilhunpo Monastery, we will travel back to Lhasa along the Yarlung Tsangpo River Valley. (Depending on the circumstances, We may arrange for guests to return to Lhasa by train.)

Overnight in Lhasa

Your Tibet journey officially concludes today, and We will accompany you to the airport/train station. We appreciate to spend this wonderful time with us in Tibet. Wishing you a safe journey ahead!