1. Day 01: Kathmandu to Nyalam (3750m)-123Kms.
   Early morning drive (Approx. 5 hours) from Kathmandu to Kodari (1873m). After completing immigration and custom formalities drive up hill to Zhangmu (2300m). This is Tibetan border town. The Tibetan Guide will meet the Group on arrival at the check post and we drive further road climbs and climbs to Nyalam for overnight. On the way you will see fantastic view of deep valley with some overflowing waterfalls. Overnight at Nyalam.

2. Day 02: Nyalam to Tingri (4390m) -147 Kms.
   Drive (Approx. 5-6 hours) to Tingri crossing two spectacular passes. Nyalam pass (3800m) and Lalang La pass (5082m). This drive provides fabulous view of the high mountains including, Mount Everest (8848m) Jugal Himal, Mt. Makalu (8464m) and more. Overnight in Tingri. 

3. Day 03: Tingri (4390m) to Rongbuk (5100m) - 105 Kms.
   Today is easy and short drive to Rongbuk monastery it is the highest monastery in Tibet. Enjoy the unique view of Mt. Everest (Mount Qomolongma), you can have a face to face experience of Mt. Everest.  Afternoon drive & hike to Base Camp then by evening time we back to Rongbuk. The base camp itself is dry and barren, but the views of Everest more than compensate for this. It is a truly awe-inspiring place with the sheer north face of the highest mountain in the world towering above you. Overnight in Rongbuk.

4. Day 04: Rongbuk to Xegar - Lhatse (4050 M) - 245 Kms.
   Mornings enjoy the sunrise of Mt Everest and visit Rongbuk monastery first and it is the highest monastery in Tibet, then drive down to Lhatse via Xegar. Today we cross the highest pass on our journey, the Gyantse La (5220m). From here we descend to the plains, passing lonely monasteries and the camps of nomadic herders, Shortly after leaving Shear, we turn off the friendship highway and head south over the Pang La (5150m) towards the main Himalayan range. The view from the top is incredible with uninterrupted views stretching from Makalu to Shisapangma. Below the pass, Everest initially is hidden from view, but as we turn the corner into the Rongbuk Valley it reappears, more impressive than ever. Overnight in Lhatse. 

5. Day 05: Lhatse to Sukya & Natang Monastery to Shigatse (3900m) - 185 Kms.
   Morning drive to Sakya (30 Kms), visit famous Sakya Monastery. This is the ancestral temple of Sakyapa sect of Tibetan Buddhism. It was built in the 6thyear (1073) of the Xining reign of the Song Dynasty (960-1279) by Khon Konchog Gyalpo, the founder of Sakyapa sect of Lamaism. Sakya, meaning "Grey Soil" in Tibetan since the soil surrounding it is gray; it is the central monastery of Sakyapa sect of Tibetan Buddhism. Overnight at Shigatse.

6. Day 06: Shigatse to Gyantse via Shalu Monastery (3950m)-90kms
   In the morning visit the Tashilumpo Monastery and the free bazaar of Xigaste. After lunch embark on a pleasant 2 hours drive to Gyantse. Here you visit the Khumbum Stupa and Phalkot Monastery.En route you visit Shaulu Monastery. Shalu Monastery is located 20 kilometers southeast of Xigaste. It was first built in 1087. It demonstrates a combination of the Tibet and Han architectural styles. It is famous for its sandalwood slips carved with Buddhist scripture and a jar for filling sacred water. It is said that for years the water does not decrease or deteriorate. The murals in the monastery are rich in contents and excellent in workmanship and are one of the rare fine arts in Tibet. Overnight at Gyantse.

7. Day 07: Gyantse to Lhasa (3650m)-259kms.
   The drive to Lhasa takes 08 hours, crossing 2 passes The Karo La (5010m) and Kamba La (4794m) pass and lake Yamdrok Tso(Turquoise Lake). You will cross the Yarlung Tsangpo (Brahamaputra) river and see the distant views of the Potala Palace. O/N at Lhasa.

8. Day 08: Lhasa Sightseeing Tour
   Foremost, our tour begins with a visit to Sera Monastery. An experienced tour guide also working as an interpreter escorts we to this preserved monastery of white-washed walls and golden roofs. Equally adventurous and exciting tempo builds up while touring Norbulingka, the summer palace of the Dalai Lama. Jokhang Temple is another important sacred site which unravels more deep seated mysteries of Tibetan Buddhism. Visit to Barkhor Market can be quite a change from other visits as we roam around the city savoring every tiny detail from stall hawkers coaxing their clients to purchase their goods to exhibition of Tibetan culture, custom and tradition. Eventually, the tour for the day concludes as you return to the comforts of your hotel.

9. Day 09: Lhasa Sightseeing Tour
   Like the previous day, you experience invaluable insights during your visits to Potala Palace and Drepung Monastery. This 17th century Potala Palace offers an awesome view of entire city and also has private quarters of the Dalai Lama, numerous grand state rooms and chapels. Ancient history has it that Drepung Monastery which was built in 14th century used to shelter around 10,000 monks but as now there has been quite a declination resulting in only few hundreds. Tibetans' respect and belief are immensely knotted with this monastery.

10. Day 10: Departure from Lhasa to Kathmand
    Lhasa to Gonggor airport 90 Kms then flight to Kathmandu just passing right over Mt Kanchenjunga (8586m/ 28,169ft), Mt. Everest (8848m/ 29.028ft), Mt. Makalu (8463m/ 27,766ft) and many more.
    

Departure Dates: Every Tuesday & Saturday through out May to September

Trip Cost: USD 1435.00 Per Person on Joining Basic Including Lhasa - Kathmandu Flight, 3 Night Standard Hotel in Kathmandu & all Pick up and Drop from/to Airport.

The Cost Includes During the Trip

1. Airport / Hotel / Airport pick up & drop by private car / van / bus.
2. 3 Night standard hotel in Kathmandu (2 nights before EBC tour and 1 Night after tour)
3. Lhasa Kathmandu Flight Ticket
4. Basic hotel accommodation during the tour breakfast included. (Mostly twin sharing room)
5. A government licensed English speaking Tibetan Guide during the tour.
   
6. The required number of tour staff during the tour.
7. Food, accommodation, salary, insurance, equipment, medicine for all staff.
8. Japanese Land cruisers (4WD, 4500 model) and Support truck during the Tibet Tour.
9. All ground transportation by four wheel drive (Land cruiser or A/C Bus)
10. Tibet entry permission, Chinese visa, monasteries entry fees etc.
11. Drop by jeep or tourist bus from Kathmandu to Kodari boarder (friendship bridge)
12. All our government taxes.
13. Official expense.
    

Cost Does not Include During The Trip:

Lunch, dinner, drinks, alcoholic beverages, Nepal visa, Nepal Re- entry visa, Travel insurance etc..