A fuller eastern and central Tibet circuit reaching Everest before Namtso.
BEFORE YOU TRAVEL
Tibet travel documents
International visitors should arrange travel documents before booking transport into Tibet. Requirements depend on nationality, entry status, route and travel dates.
Passport and China entry status. Have a valid passport and the Chinese visa or visa-free entry eligibility that applies to you. Share copies only through the appointed travel operator's secure process.
Tibet Travel Permit. Foreign tourists need Tibet-specific travel approval. A qualified local travel operator will check your itinerary, travel dates, arrival and departure points and arrange the approved services. Travelers using a Taiwan compatriot travel permit should ask the operator about their separate document process.
Extra permissions for some routes. Everest, border areas and other restricted places may require additional travel or border permissions. The operator must confirm what applies to your exact route before accepting a booking.
Plan ahead. Do not book non-refundable travel until the operator has confirmed entry, permits, route access and timing. Carry the approved documents and follow the approved itinerary.
Explore each day and swipe through the places along the way.
Meet your guide at the airport or station, transfer into Lhasa and rest. Keep your first afternoon free to adjust to the altitude.
Overnight · Lhasa
Drive east to Nyingchi with a visit to Basum Tso, subject to approved access and a long travel day.
Basum TsoA forest-framed lake in eastern Tibet.
Overnight · Nyingchi
Explore the forest scenery around Lulang and view the Namcha Barwa range when conditions allow. Return to Nyingchi.
Lulang ForestWooded slopes and mountain views in eastern Tibet.
Mount Namcha BarwaA Himalayan peak rising above the Nyingchi region.
Overnight · Nyingchi
Travel from Nyingchi towards Shannan, with a Ganden Monastery visit only if the route and timing permit.
Ganden MonasteryA hilltop monastery in the Lhasa region.
Overnight · Shannan
Explore Samye and Yumbulagang if current access and the approved itinerary allow, then return to Lhasa.
Samye MonasteryAn early Tibetan Buddhist monastery in the Yarlung valley.
YumbulagangA historic hilltop building above the Yarlung valley.
Overnight · Lhasa
Visit Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple and Barkhor Street, subject to reservations and local guidance.
Potala PalaceLhasa's palace complex overlooking the old city.
Jokhang TempleA sacred temple at the heart of old Lhasa.
BarkhorThe walking streets around Jokhang Temple, with shops and pilgrim routes.
Overnight · Lhasa
Cross the central Tibet landscape via Yamdrok and Karola Glacier to Shigatse.
Yamdrok LakeA turquoise high-altitude lake south of Lhasa.
Karola GlacierA roadside glacier on the route toward Gyantse.
Overnight · Shigatse
Travel via Tingri to the Everest area. Views depend on weather; overnight facilities are basic.
Everest North FaceA viewpoint toward the north side of Mount Everest.
Rongbuk MonasteryA monastery on the approach to Everest's north side.
Overnight · Everest area
Return across the plateau from the Everest area to Shigatse.
Everest North FaceA viewpoint toward the north side of Mount Everest.
Overnight · Shigatse
Visit Tashilhunpo Monastery before returning to Lhasa.
Tashilhunpo MonasteryThe landmark monastery of Shigatse.
Overnight · Lhasa
Travel via Damxung to Namtso and return to Lhasa. This is a very long, high-altitude day, and an overnight alternative may be preferable.
Namtso LakeA high-altitude lake north of Lhasa.
Overnight · Lhasa
Transfer to the airport or railway station for your onward journey. Plan the departure time with your guide.
Onward travel
Potala Palace
Basum Tso
Lulang Forest
Mount Namcha Barwa
Ganden Monastery
Samye Monastery
Yumbulagang
Potala Palace
Jokhang Temple
Barkhor
Yamdrok Lake
Karola Glacier
Everest North Face
Rongbuk Monastery
Everest North Face
Tashilhunpo Monastery
Namtso Lake
Potala Palace
An in-depth route combining eastern Tibet, Lhasa and Everest. Travel days and high-altitude excursions may be adjusted for weather, access and your comfort.
Our tailor-made arrangements typically include hotels, entrance tickets, vehicles, guides, meals and flights. International flights to and from China can be included according to your needs, alongside any domestic flights in your agreed route.
Your pace & priorities
Tell us which places matter most, how much walking you enjoy and whether you would prefer more time in fewer places.
Stays & getting around
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A clear scope
Your proposal identifies the hotels, meals, tickets, guiding and transport included, plus any exclusions. Review payment, cancellation and change terms before confirming.
Booking payments. After you approve the written proposal, the initial payment is normally 30% of the land services price. Flights and other arrangements requiring advance payment are listed separately. Every payment is credited to the agreed total. The remaining balance is normally due 30 days before departure; for a later booking, the proposal states the applicable schedule before you confirm.
The final price and exact inclusions depend on your customised requirements and written quotation. Services and personal expenses not listed in that quotation are not included.
Yes. Tell us your dates, interests, preferred pace and hotel preferences so we can discuss changes to this starting point.
What determines the final price?
Travel dates, group size, accommodation, transport and the experiences you choose shape the quote. Your written proposal sets out the exact services and total price.
How do we start planning?
Use the journey inquiry link to send us your ideas. Review the proposed itinerary, inclusions and booking terms before confirming your arrangements.