• Duration 14 Days
  • Trip Grade Moderate

    The moderate grade includes a one-week to fifteen-day itinerary. It can reach up to 5000 meter altitude range, but the trails will be moderate (neither easy nor tough). High altitude may affect walking speed and distance. You need to have acclimatization over 3000 meters.

  • Country Tibet

Have you heard about driving to Everest Base Camp? Well, it may not sound like a possibility, but it is. You can drive to the base of the tallest mountain in the world. You might be wondering how it is possible. Well, for your information, Mount Everest is on the Nepal-Tibet border. That is why there are two base camps: one in the north and one in the south. The south base camp is in Nepal and is the most famous one. However, the north base camp is located on the Tibet side. Unlike the south EBC, you can travel to the north EBC via jeep. The roads are well-made, and the drive is quite scenic.

Our Kathmandu Tibet Everest Base Camp tour package is the finest in the market. It has an excellent itinerary to avoid altitude sickness and offers top-notch service.

If you have ever wanted to stand at the lap of the tallest mountain in the world but couldn't because of the required challenging trek, then this tour package is a great option.

Given the easy accessibility of Everest Base Camp on the Tibet side, you can join this tour with your family, including kids and seniors.

The tour is 100% adventurous and exciting. At the same time, you will also explore the Tibetan heritage, history, and historical sites. Likewise, you will also have ample time in Kathmandu to learn about Nepali culture, history, and traditions.

Highlights

  • Drive to Everest Base Camp comfortably and safely
  • An ideal option for anyone who cannot trek to EBC yet wants to feel like standing at the base of the tallest mountain in the world
  • Spend multiple days in Kathmandu exploring historical sites and learning about Nepali culture, history, art, and architecture.
  • Drive across vast Tibetan pleasure, enjoying arid landscapes, mountain views, lakes, and pastures
  • Explore beautiful Tibetan towns and visit centuries-old palaces, gardens, and monasteries
  • Enjoy Nepalese and Tibetan cuisines and indulge in window shopping

What to expect during the Kathmandu Tibet Everest Base Camp tour 14 days?

The 14-day Kathmandu Tibet Everest Base Camp tour offers a perfect blend of Nepali and Tibetan heritage and a lifetime adventure. Starting from Kathmandu, the capital of Nepal, you will travel across the vast Tibetan plateau via beautiful Tibetan towns to reach the north Everest Base Camp.

The journey has a lot to offer visually, spiritually, culturally, and historically. You will have three full days to visit monuments, galleries, and museums in Kathmandu.

You will visit tourist sites like Monkey Temple, Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhnath Stupa, Kathmandu Durbar Square, Patan Durbar Square, and Bhaktapur Durbar Square. Likewise, you can also visit the Garden of Dreams and Narayanhiti Palace on your free day.

On the fifth day of the tour, you will travel from Kathmandu to Lhasa. The flight will take around one hour and fifteen minutes, during which you can see jaw-dropping views of the Himalayan mountains.

Land in Lhasa and meet our Tibetan representatives at the airport. They will drop you off at the hotel. Take a rest and drink lots of liquid to acclimatize.

You will spend the next two days in Lhasa, visiting historical sites such as Potala Palace, Sera Monastery, Norbulingka, Drepung Monastery, Jokhang Temple, and Barkhor Street. These places will provide a deep insight into Tibetan art, architecture, culture, and beliefs.

From Lhasa, you will drive to Gyantse, crossing Kora La (5,010 m) and Kamba La (4,794 m). While driving to Gyantse, you will see the beautiful views of Yamdrok Lake and Karola Glacier. Visit the Pelkor Chode Monastery in Gyantse.

The next morning, leave Gyantse early and drive to Tashilhunpo and Kumbum monasteries. Explore these places and continue the ride to Shigatse. On the way, you will see the vast yak and horse pastures of Nyangchu Valley.

From Shigatse onwards, you will drive to Rongbuk, crossing the Gyatchula Pass (5,200 m). Along the way, stop at the Sakya Monastery. Rongbuk is the last settlement before the Everest Base Camp. You will stop driving here and walk a couple hundred meters to the base camp.

On this day, you will witness jaw-dropping views of mountains like Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, Cho Oyu, Shisapangma, etc. After exploring EBC, you can spend the night at Rongbuk monastery or return to Shigatse.

You will now drive to Kerung, the border town of Tibet and Nepal. Our team will pick you up at the border and drive you to Kathmandu. You will have one free day in Kathmandu and fly back home the following day.

Kathmandu Tibet Everest Base Camp tour cost 2025/2026

Bookings are open for the Kathmandu Tibet Everest Base Camp tour 2024 and 2025 departures. You can book the tour at the most genuine price with us. Our Kathmandu Tibet Everest Base Camp tour itinerary is not fixed, so we also welcome travelers who want to tailor-make their tour.

Lhasa Everest Base Camp tour best time

You can do the Kathmandu Tibet Everest Base Camp tour throughout the year, but March to May and late September to November are the best times. These months have stable weather and a moderate climate in the Himalayas, and the mountain views are clear and stunning.

Packing list

You will need the following things for the Kathmandu Tibet Everest Base Camp tour:

  • Comfortable clothing
  • A few warm layering prices
  • Comfortable shoes and a casual pair of footwear
  • Breathable underwear, socks
  • Gloves & scarf (depending upon the season you are traveling in)
  • Daypack
  • Reusable water bottle
  • Toiletries (SPF, moisturizer, lip balm, toothbrush, wet tissues, etc.)
  • Necessary documents (passport, visa, passport-size photos, cash)
  • Camera, mobile, extra batteries, power bank, adapter
  • Snacks, journal/pen (optional), and other personal essentials
Itinerary
Trip Plan
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Upon your arrival in Kathmandu, our representatives will greet you at the Tribhuvan International Airport and escort you to the hotel. If you have any immediate questions or need help, please ask our representative. The remaining day is free.

  • Accommodation: Hotel

Start the day bright and early with a delicious breakfast. After breakfast, meet your guide at the hotel lobby for a quick tour briefing. We will provide a private vehicle with a driver for a smooth tour. Visit the famous Monkey Temple, situated on top of the hill.

The view of Kathmandu is superb from here. Then you will visit Kathmandu Durbar Square and Patan Durbar Square. These two durbar squares are open museums. Some parts of the places and temples are limited to the public. Get to know about Nepal's history and culture during the tour.

  • Meals: Breakfast only
  • Accommodation: Hotel

This is another tour day in Kathmandu. Today, you will visit Pashupatinath Temple, one of the significant pilgrimage sites for Hindus in Nepal. Likewise, you will visit the Boudhanath Stupa, the largest stupa in Nepal and the center of Tibetan Buddhism in the country.

The final monument for this day is Bhaktapur Durbar Square. The art, architecture, and rich cultural heritage surrounding this site are phenomenal. The guide will drop you back at the hotel after the tour ends.

  • Meals: Breakfast only
  • Accommodation: Hotel

It is a full free day in the city for you. We have not planned anything on this day. You can spend as you wish. Explore local markets, try Nepali food, and do window shopping. You can also go to a spa, get a massage, etc. Likewise, you can join a yoga session, cooking class, or pottery class. The options are limitless. Note that you have to pay fees for the activities.

  • Meals: Breakfast only
  • Accommodation: Hotel

On this day, you will fly to Lhasa. The flight will take around 1 hour and 15 minutes. You will see breathtaking aerial views of the Himalayan mountains during the flight. Upon landing in Lhasa, our Tibetan representatives will welcome you.

They will escort you to the hotel. Spend a few hours resting and getting acclimatized. Later in the evening, you can visit the local market and explore around your hotel.

  • Meals: Breakfast only
  • Accommodation: Hotel

Today is your first day of sightseeing in Lhasa. You will visit the Potala Palace, one of the finest architectural marvels in Tibet. The intricate designs and art in rooms, halls, chapels, and antique furnishings will leave you in awe.

After exploring the palace, you will drive to Sera Monastery. It is one of the three main monasteries in Tibet. You can see monks engaging in lively debates here, along with unique traditions that have been passed down for centuries.

The final destination for the day is Norbulingka, which once was the palace of the Dalai Lama. This palace's complex architecture and wood/metal craftsmanship are a must-see. It is surrounded by lovely gardens and ponds.

  • Meals: Breakfast only
  • Accommodation: Hotel

You will spend one more day exploring a few other tourist sites in Lhasa. Start the morning with a delicious Tibetan breakfast, and then get ready for the full day of the tour. You will first visit Drepung Monastery.

The monastery once housed 10,000 monks and was home to four colleges. The location of the monastery offers a stunning view of Mt. Gambo Utse as well as an aerial view of Lhasa.

After exploring this place, you will return to your hotel, rest, and later visit the Jokhang Temple. It is one of the notable temples in Tibet. The aurora surrounding the temple is exceptionally divine and soothing.

Likewise, you will end the tour exploring the lively streets of Barkhor Street. It is a popular tourist market in Lhasa with many prayer wheels, souvenirs shops, cafes, and restaurants.

  • Meals: Breakfast only
  • Accommodation: Hotel

We will leave Lhasa early in the morning today. It is around a 6 to 7 hours drive from Lhasa to Gyantse. The highway is very scenic. On the way, you will enjoy arid Tibetan landscapes, mountain views, and small towns.

As the drive continues, you will gradually ascend to Kamba La. The top of the pass offers a wonderful view of Yamdrok Lake. Soon, you will reach Kora La pass. The view of the Karola glacier from the pass is incredible.

From the pass, the road takes you to Gyantse. Here, you will visit the Pelkor Chode Monastery. Situated amidst barren hills, the monastery's exquisite architecture, and centuries-old murals and statues are worth exploring.

  • Meals: Breakfast only
  • Accommodation: Hotel

We have a long day ahead of us. We will leave Gyantse early in the morning and visit Tashilhunpo monastery. It is the home of the Panchen Lama. Likewise, you will also visit the Kumbum monastery.

After a short tour of some tourist sites in Gyantse, you will continue the ride to Shigatse. The road goes via the Nyangchu Valley, where you can see vast yak and horse pastures.

  • Meals: Breakfast only
  • Accommodation: Hotel

Drive from Shigatse to Xegar, crossing the Gyatchula Pass (5,200 m). The ride then continues to Rongbuk, the closest settlement from the other base camp of Mt. Everest. The road is zigzag, and you will visit the Sakya Monastery on the way.

You will enjoy a golden sunset over Mt. Everest if the weather is clear. Witness breathtaking views of mountains like Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, Cho Oyu, Shisapangma, etc. After exploring, return to your hotel in Shigatse to spend the night.

You can spend the night at Rongbuk monastery or return to Shigatse.

  • Meals: Breakfast only
  • Accommodation: Hotel

Today, you will drive back to Kerung. Start driving from Rongbuk early in the morning and enjoy a scenic ride back to Kerung. The highway offers beautiful views of hills, mountains, and lakes. Kerung is a border town on the Tibet side.

  • Meals: Breakfast only
  • Accommodation: Hotel

Complete the border formalities and meet our Nepali team waiting to pick you up on the other side of the border. Enjoy a comfortable ride back to Kathmandu. Our team will drop you off at your hotel. The remaining day is free.

  • Meals: Breakfast only
  • Accommodation: Hotel

You have a free day in the city. Get plenty of rest and enjoy your time in Kathmandu. If you want to do anything, let us know. We will help you book it.

  • Meals: Breakfast only
  • Accommodation: Hotel

You will fly back to your home on this day. Our team will take care of your airport departure.

  • Meals: Breakfast only
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Cost Details
Included
  • All private transport.
  • All Sightseeing in Nepal and Tibet with entrance fee.
  • All Hotels in Nepal and Tibet with Breakfast.
  • An English Speaking Guide.
  • Tibet Visa / Permit fee. (If American and Canadian Passport Holder extra US$ Per person).
  • Lhasa-Kathmandu Flight ticket.
  • All Government taxes Income tax plus VAT.
  • Office services charge.
  • Farewell dinner with cultural program (In Kathmandu).
Excluded
  • Your Travel Insurance
  • International Airfare (Country to Nepal).
  • Lunch and Dinner.
  • Personal expenses such as a drinks, laundry, Charge for photography etc.
  • Nepal visa fee (Nepal re-entry visa fee),
  • Any additional cost due to Natural calamities and Unforeseen Circumstance.
  • Tips for Guides and Drivers.
FAQs

Yes, you can drive to Everest Base Camp from Tibet. The ride will be quite smooth and scenic. You will pass by small Tibetan towns and villages on the way. You can drive up to Rongbuk and hike a few hundred meters from here to reach the north EBC.

To travel to Everest Base Camp on Tibet's side, you must join an organized trip with us. You can book the tour directly from our site or get in touch with us. First, we drive from Kathmandu to the Rasuwagadhi-Kerung border. From Kerung, we drive to the Everest Base Camp.

Yes, both a passport and travel visa are required for the Tibet Everest Base Camp tour.

Yes, you can do the Kathmandu Tibet Everest Base Camp tour with your family. It is one of the easiest ways to reach the base camp of the tallest mountain. At the same time, you will also get to explore Tibetan historical sites and enjoy arid landscapes.

Yes, there is a risk of altitude sickness on this tour. However, following our itinerary, you will spend three nights in Lhasa, which will help you acclimatize. During this three-day duration, we will take you to several historical sites.

Below are some of the basic etiquette you should be mindful about during your tour in Tibet:

  • It is a respectful gesture to take off your hat and sunglasses while entering temples and monasteries in Tibet.
  • Always walk clockwise while walking around the temple, monument, or stupa.
  • Do not touch antiques, paintings, statues, altars, or any sacred items.
  • Do not take pictures without asking inside temples.

In major cities like Lhasa, Shigatse, and Gyantse, WiFi is easily accessible in hotels, cafes, etc. However, in rural areas, the internet can be non-existent. The same goes for the cellular network. Compared to big cities, the networks can be inconsistent in rural areas.

Yes, Tibet does not allow independent travelers to enter the country. So, you must travel with a Tibetan agency and be accompanied by a guide and driver.

You can buy Thangka paintings, beads, jewelry, antiques, singing bowls, tea, Nepali snacks, stones, hemp bags, pashmina, and many other things in Kathmandu.

Likewise in Tibet, you can buy handicrafts, Tibetan rugs, Tibetan Incense, Yak Wool and Yak Products, Tibetan Tea and Butter Tea, Buddhist Statues and Religious Artifacts, clothing, herbal medicines, etc.

You can visit museums, art galleries, and less popular tourist sites. On Saturdays, you can visit farmers markets. Likewise, many activities, such as pottery, yoga/meditation, cooking classes, painting classes, aerial yoga, pilates, and wall climbing, are available at very affordable costs.

Yes, you can extend your tour to Nepal and Tibet. Let us know what you want to do, and we will make the arrangements accordingly. Extra charges apply.

We can curate an itinerary for you, including Nepal, Tibet, and Bhutan.

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