13D12N Mount Everest, Cho Oyu, Shishapangma Private Tour

13D12N Mount Everest, Cho Oyu, Shishapangma Private Tour Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Lhasa

As you arrive in Lhasa, our English-speaking Tibetan guide and driver will pick you up at the airport. We will then escort you to the hotel for check in.

You can spend the rest of the day exploring Lhasa old town at your own leisure.

Day 2: Lhasa one-day discovery tour 

Your first attraction today will be the famous and popular Jokhang Temple. The Jokhang is arguably the second most-visited attraction in Lhasa.

Afterwards, you will walk the small streets of the historic Barkhor for some souvenir shopping and sightseeing.

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Day 3: Lhasa one-day exploration tour

This morning, we will visit the most significant and notable landmark in Tibet, the Potala Palace.

In the afternoon, we will go to Sera Monastery where you can witness Buddhist monks debating in the monastery courtyard. While at the vicinity, you could go for a 1-hour trek around the monastery.

Day 4: Lhasa one-day immersion tour

We’ll start off by exploring Drepung Monastery. Drepung Monastery used to tbe the largest monastery in the world. Right below the monastery is Nechung Monastery, the State Oracle of Tibet’s former home.

Later in the afternoon, we will visit Ramoche Temple and a small convent in the Tibetan Quarter.

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Day 5: Lhasa – Yamdrok Lake – Gyantse (260km, 5.5 hours)

Today we will start our journey out of Lhasa. First and foremost, we will stop by Yamdrok Lake, one of Tibet’s most sacred and beautiful lakes. You will also be able to admire the great Mount Nojin Kangsang, standing tall at 7000 meters.

After visiting the lake, we will drive to Gyantse town. Gyantse is well known for its military fort on top of a hill and its Pelkor Chode Monastery.

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Day 6: Gyantse – Shigatse (90km, 1.5 hours)

Today we will depart from Gyantse to Shigatse, the second largest city in Shigatse.

In Shigatse, we will explore Tashilhunpo Monastery and trek the path around it with other Tibetan worshippers.

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Day 7: Shigatse – Sakya Monastery – Shelkar (New Tingri) (290km, 6 hours)

On day seven of our 13D12N Mount Everest, Cho Oyu, Shishapangma Private Tour, we will head from Shigatse to Shelkar (new Tingri).

On our way to Shelkar, we will stop by Sakya Monastery, established in 1268.

From Sakya Monastery, we will continue our journey towards Shelkar.

Upon reaching Shelkar, we will walk around Shelkar Monastery and hike up to the remains of the old Shelkar Dzong.

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Day 8: Shelkar – Rongbuk Monastery – Everest Base Camp (125km, 4 hours)

From Shelkar, we will set out for Mt. Everest Base Camp. As we cross the Pang La Pass, you will have an all-encompassing view of the Himalayan Mountains. We will then reach Rongbuk Monastery, the highest monastery in the world at 5km above sea level. A few kilometres after Rongbuk Monastery, you will finally reach Mt. Everest Base Camp, which lies at 5200m.

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Day 9: Everest Base Camp – Old Tingri (80km, 3 hours)

Today we will leave the Everest region for the small town of Old Tingri (4335m elevation).

Along the way, you will pass Mt. Cho Oyu, the 6th highest mountain in the world. You will also get million-dollar views of the other Himalayan peaks. Going through this route, we will also explore some small villages.

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Day 10: Old Tingri – Lake Paiku – Mt. Shishapangma – Old Tingri (280km, 5 hours)

This morning, we will take a day trip from Old Tingri to the remote Himalayan Lake Paiku. This amazing lake lies at an elevation of 4585m and is surrounded by snow-capped Himalayan Mountains.

Next, we will go near Mt. Shishapangma, the 14th highest peak in the world at 8013 meters. You will get an up-close view of this peak and many other peaks over 6000 meters.

Later, we will return to Old Tingri for the night.

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Day 11: Old Tingri – Shigatse (295km, 6 hours)

Day eleven will be the day we make our trip back to Lhasa by driving towards Shigatse.

Upon arriving in Shigatse, we will have ample time to walk the scenic path around Tashilhunpo Monastery. You could also explore the streets in around Shigatse.

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Day 12: Shigatse – Lhasa (260km, 6 hours)

On day 12 of our 13D12N Mount Everest, Cho Oyu, Shishapangma Private Tour, we will complete our trip back to Lhasa.

You will have your last shot at experiencing Lhasa and Tibet today.

Day 13: Departure from Lhasa

This is the last day of your 13D12N Mount Everest, Cho Oyu, Shishapangma Private Tour. Nothing lasts forever, so does our time together. We will transfer you to the airport or train station for your next journey.

See you again!

If you think this itinerary is not long and exciting enough, check out our 16D15N Lhasa to Xinjiang Western Tibet Private Tour or 19D18N Changthang Crossing Private Tour.