Tibet: B2 Route - [Everest Tour] 8-Day Tour

8 days

Moderate

An 8-day tour of Tibet, including the Potala Palace and Mount Everest.

Itinerary: 

Day 1: Arrive in Lhasa, airport/train station pick-up - hotel transfer

Day 2: Tibetan cultural experience, Sera Monastery (If the itinerary falls on a Sunday, only monastery visit - no debate session)

Day 3: Lhasa City: Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, Barkhor Street (Complimentary one-time special meal: Lhasa Tibetan or Nepalese cuisine)

Day 4: Lhasa → Yamdrok Lake → Karola Glacier → Shigatse (Complimentary one-time special lunch: Yamdrok Lake scenic restaurant hot pot experience)

Day 5: Shigatse → Gyalwa Pass → Rongbuk Monastery → Everest Base Camp/Everest Town

Day 6: Everest Base Camp/Everest Town → Gyatsola Pass Viewpoint → Shigatse

Day 7: Shigatse → Tashilhunpo Monastery → Lhasa

Day 8: Departure from Lhasa, hotel pick-up - airport/train station transfer


Regarding gratuities (price does not include driver and guide gratuities): It is recommended that each tourist tip 60 RMB per day (guide: 30 RMB/day, driver: 30 RMB/day).

The Potala Palace is closed on Mondays. If a Monday falls on a group tour, the itinerary will be adjusted. Please confirm the final itinerary with the sales representative.


Group Tour Notes:

 The travel agency reserves the right to adjust the itinerary and order of visits based on current circumstances, provided that all included attractions are visited.

 Both Chinese and foreign tourists are welcome to join our group tours. Taiwanese compatriots and foreign tourists, however, need to apply for a Tibet Entry Permit in advance.


Hotel Notes (This is a fixed group tour product for individual travelers):

Specific hotel requests (i.e., requests from tourists to choose a particular hotel from a list) are not accepted. Our company reserves the right to the final interpretation of hotel selection. Hotel arrangements by the traveler are not accepted.

What's included?

    1. Transportation: Authorized tourist vehicles (7–26 seats); if the group size in Lhasa is fewer than 4 people, a guide will accompany the group via taxi (fare covered by the agency). Group tours may involve changes of vehicles or guides; vehicles may be older and mostly lack air conditioning; stops will occur due to speed limit regulations; waiting times may arise while picking up passengers from various hotels along the route. Limit: one 26-inch suitcase plus a carry-on bag per person (excess luggage must be stored); no refunds for transport costs if a traveler leaves the tour independently.

    2. Accommodation: Standard twin rooms throughout (double beds not guaranteed); solo travelers may share a triple room or pay a single supplement; hotels cannot be pre-selected; no breakfast provided for those not occupying a bed.

    3. Meals: Hotel breakfast included; two complimentary specialty meals (Tibetan/Nepalese cuisine and a Yamdrok Lake mini-hotpot; no refunds if skipped); other main meals are at the traveler's own expense; specialty meals can be scheduled for either lunch or dinner.

    4. Guide: Chinese/English/Bilingual guide; changes of guides or vehicles may occur during group tours.

    5. Admission Tickets: Includes first-entry tickets for all attractions in the itinerary; Everest eco-bus fee included; no refunds for off-season ticket discounts; real-name reservation required for the Potala Palace and Jokhang Temple; alternative attractions can be arranged if a scheduled site cannot be visited.

    6. Permits: Assistance provided for obtaining Tibet Entry Permits for foreign nationals; mainland Chinese tourists are advised to obtain a Border Pass before departure.

    7. Insurance: Comprehensive coverage including travel agency liability insurance, vehicle passenger liability insurance, and travel accident insurance.

    8. Transfers: Free scheduled transfers to/from Lhasa Airport or train station on the tour start/end dates; private transfers at the traveler's expense are required for arrivals/departures outside scheduled times or on different dates. Group transfers involve shared rides with a maximum wait time of approximately 2 hours; private transfers are available at an additional cost for those wishing to avoid waiting.

    9. Complimentary Gifts: One portable oxygen bottle and two bottles of mineral water per person daily; large-capacity emergency oxygen supply on board; guided tour headset for the Potala Palace; one Potala Palace refrigerator magnet.

    10. Comprehensive Service Fee: Includes agency service fees, Potala Palace reservation fees, and meal/accommodation allowances for the driver and guide.

    Exclusions
    • Tip or gratuity
    • Food & drinks

    1 Single Supplement Accommodation is based on double occupancy (except for multi-bed rooms); a single supplement applies if a private room is required.

    2 Accommodation Costs As rooms are pre-paid in full, the traveler is responsible for any accommodation costs arising from changes made to the itinerary after the trip has commenced.

    3 Personal Expenses Personal expenses incurred at the hotel, such as laundry, telephone calls, faxes, pay-per-view TV, beverages, snacks, tobacco, alcohol, etc.

    4 Unforeseen Circumstances The travel agency reserves the right to cancel or modify the itinerary due to force majeure or causes beyond its control (e.g., natural disasters, war, strikes, epidemics), airline issues, insufficient participant numbers, or other special circumstances; any additional costs incurred as a result may be charged to the traveler.

    5 Major Transportation Costs for major transportation to and from Tibet (e.g., airfare or train tickets) are not included in the tour price; if the travel agency arranges these bookings, additional fees will apply.

    Please note
    • Passport required
    • Dress code

    Tour Notes:

    The travel agency reserves the right to adjust the itinerary and the sequence of sightseeing visits based on actual conditions, provided that all attractions included in the itinerary are visited.

    Both domestic and international tourists may join this group tour; however, travelers from Taiwan and foreign nationals are required to apply for a Tibet Entry Permit in advance.

    Reference Hotel List

    Hotel Notes (This is a fixed group tour product):

    Requests for specific hotels (i.e., a traveler designating a particular hotel from the list) are not accepted; the travel agency retains the final right to select the hotels. Arrangements where travelers book their own accommodation are not permitted.

    Tips for Visiting the Potala Palace & Jokhang Temple

    Real-name reservation required; bring your original ID document and enter punctually following the guide's instructions.

    Wear flat shoes and modest clothing (no shorts, miniskirts, or open-toed sandals); remove hats and sunglasses before entering the halls.

    Inside the halls: no loud talking, touching artifacts, photography/videography, beverages, smoking, or open flames.

    It is chilly inside the palace; bring a jacket. The main tour is limited to one hour; guides provide commentary from the outside.

    Passageways are narrow and steep; move in an orderly fashion without crowding, and leave promptly after the tour.

    Tips for Visiting Tibet

    High-altitude travel carries risks; individuals with cardiovascular/cerebrovascular conditions, severe hypertension, or bad colds should not join the tour. Please disclose your medical history truthfully.

    Ensure adequate sleep before the trip; consider taking *Rhodiola rosea* (Hongjingtian) or *Gaoyuan'an* in advance. Rest on the first day of arrival; avoid bathing, strenuous exercise, and alcohol.

    Move slowly; drink plenty of water and eat smaller, frequent meals. Carry high-calorie snacks like chocolate; American ginseng is also recommended.

    There is a significant temperature difference between day and night; nights in high-altitude areas like Everest are cold even in summer, so bring a thick down jacket. Power outages may occur late at night in remote areas; bring a flashlight.

    Long drives and limited facilities compared to other regions; please be understanding. Bring common medications for stomach issues, colds, and minor injuries.

    Time zone is Beijing Time, but daily schedules are about two hours later than in other regions. Intense sunlight and dry air; bring sunscreen, sunglasses, and lip balm.

    Respect Tibetan customs: walk clockwise when circumambulating prayer wheels or visiting temples; do not photograph temple interiors; agree on a fee before photographing locals; avoid eating dog, horse, monkey, or donkey meat; handle *Hada* (ceremonial scarves) with care; avoid sensitive political topics.

    Do not leave the tour group without permission; go out in pairs at night and return to the hotel before midnight. Temple opening and closing times may vary; please be flexible.

    What to bring

      Passport, visa (not required for visa-exempt countries), Tibet Travel Permit

      Warm clothing, medications