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8-Day Tibet Route for Luxury Travelers

Oct 14, 2025 11:29 By Lewis

Our 8-Days Lhasa to Everest Base Camp Tour is our top-promoted and most popular Tibet travel package. This is the go-to choice for those seeking a luxurious Tibet adventure. It covers iconic attractions like Lhasa's grand monasteries and the awe-inspiring Everest Base Camp. The journey combines comfort with cultural exploration, provides high-quality accommodation and offers exclusive breakfast. During this Tibet tour, you'll traverse stunning landscapes, from fertile valleys to towering peaks. Here are some brief introductions about this trip.

Itinerary Day to Day

Day 1: Arrival in Lhasa

Welcome to the Roof of the World! Upon your arrival in Lhasa, our dedicated guide will be waiting to escort you to your luxurious hotel. Take the day to rest and acclimate to the high altitude, preparing for the adventures ahead.

Altitude: 3650 meters

Distance: 70 km / 1 hour

Meals included: none

8-Day Tibet Route for Luxury Travelers

Day 2: Lhasa City Tour

Begin your exploration with a visit to the sacred Drepung Monastery, a symbol of Tibetan culture and history. Continue to the hallowed Sera Monastery, where there is a vividly monks debating to show you the spiritual heart of Tibetan Buddhism.

Meals included : breakfast, welcome dinner

Day 3: Lhasa City Tour

Delve into the rich cultural heritage with a visit to the Potala Palace, and participate in local Tibetan cultural activities such as dancing ans singing at Longwangtan Park. Then, immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of Barkhor Street, where you can shop around to buy your favorite souvenirs. Follow the pilgrimage path around Jokhang temple and enter the Sweet Tea House to experience Tibetan social culture.

Meals Included: breakfast, afternoon tea

8-Day Tibet Route for Luxury Travelers

Day 4: Lhasa to Gyantse to Shigatse

Go for a scenic journey from Lhasa to Gyantse, stopping at the serene lake Yamdrok and the majestic Karola Glacier for breathtaking views. By the lakeside, you can enjoy a home-cooked lunch at a local Tibetan family. Next, continue to Shigatse, and pass through the barley field valley.

Altitude: 3650 - 5030 - 3600 meters

Distance: 360 km / 8 hours

Meals Included: breakfast, farmland lunch at a local home

Day 5: Shigatse to Everest Base Camp

Set off for the Himalayas Scenic Area. Along the way, you pause at Dingri Viewpoint and Gawula Viewpoint where you can feast your eyes on the stunning beauty of Mount Everest and the Himalayas. Just before sunset, you reach Rongbuk Monastery Living Area. If the weather permits, you'll be treated to the breathtaking sight of Mount Everest's sunset at Everest Base Camp, experiencing the magic of nature.

Distance: 340 km / 8 hours

Altitude: 3600 - 4300 - 5200 meter

Meals included: breakfast

Day 6: Everest Base Camp to Shigatse

At dawn, welcome the first rays of sunlight on Mount Everest and admire its morning charm. Then, visit Rongbuk Monastery, the world's highest altitude monastery, feeling its holiness and solemnity. Later, you head back via Dingri County and Saga County. Make a stop at the Himalaya Xilin Viewpoint to marvel at the majestic east slope of Mount Everest and Lhotse.

Altitude: 5200 - 4300 - 3600 meters

Distance: 360 km / 8 hours

Meals Included: breakfast, dinner with song and dance performances

8-Day Tibet Route for Luxury Travelers

Day 7: Shigatse to Lhasa

In the morning, you step into Tashilhunpo Monastery, the largest monastery in Tibet, exploring its ancient religious culture and exquisite architecture. After that, ytake a bus or a train, following the Yarlung Tsangpo River downstream back to Lhasa. Along the way, the river flows gently, and the scenery on both banks is a feast for the eyes.

Altitude: 3650 meters

Distance: 280 km / 5 hours

Meals Included: breakfast

Day 8: Departure from Lhasa

Your Tibet journey comes to an end. Our staff will escort you from the hotel to the airport or railway station, marking the perfect end to this trip.

Altitude: 3650 meters

Meals Included: breakfast

Luxury Accommodations for Your Tibet Trip

During your Tibet trip, indulge in the unparalleled luxury accommodations that our travel agency has meticulously picked. The Thangka Hotel, for example, stands as a haven of opulence, with each room infused with cultural elegance. Boasting plush bedding, modern amenities, and panoramic views of Lhasa's iconic skyline, it offers a blend of tradition and modern comfort. Meanwhile, if you have other hotel preferences, our travel agency is committed to fulfilling all your accommodation needs for your lavish and unforgettable Tibetan adventure.

Conclusion

I sincerely invite you to explore our Tibet tour packages! Please reach out for more details and let us tailor the perfect adventure for you. Your dream Tibet experience awaits!

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34 Comment ON "8-Day Tibet Route for Luxury Travelers"

Jun 21, 2024 2:17
Asked by Ke** from Singapore

Cycling Tour to Mt Kailash

Hi , we are planning a Cycling Trip once Tibet opens for Tourism. The plan is we shall arrive to Kathmandu , travel to the border and enter via Kerung. Can you pls send a day to day Itinerary starting from Kerung - Lake Manasarovar - Darchen - Asthapath. We shall go around Kailash on foot and resume Cycling back to Kerung. We are a Group of 6-8 persons. Thanks Pls send ur reply to Kevin

Jun 21, 2024 2:17
Answered by Tibet Vista

Thanks for your inquiry. Our travel expert will send you a detailed itinerary according to your plan and help you arrange the best trip. Please check your email box.

Jun 21, 2024 12:30
Asked by Debo** from USA

Please can you tell me the prices and dates for the Tibet Luxury Tour.

Also, could you please provide a detailed itinerary - I want to see how many hours are spent on buses/vehicles. Thank you! Deborah

Jun 21, 2024 12:31
Answered by Tibet Vista

Thank you for your inquiry. Travel time by vehicle depends on your route. For tours outside Lhasa, it often involves several hours of driving, with opportunities for short stops in local villages. Our one-on-one travel consultant will contact you to learn more about your plans and provide detailed schedules based on your route.

Jun 20, 2024 6:59
Asked by S** from HongKong

Tibet Tour from HK

May I know if holding Mainland Travel Permit for HK Residents. is it also need to get the visa permit to Tibet and what is the procedure if need to apply? Thank you

Jun 20, 2024 7:00
Answered by Tibet Vista

Dear Shek, Thank you for reaching out and we are here to help. For Hong Kong residents that want to travel to Tibet, a Tibet Travel permit is not required, as long as you have the HKSAR passport, as well as the Home Return Permit (HRP). Officially known as the Mainland Travel Permit for Hong Kong and Macao Residents, the HRP can be issued to Chinese nationals that are permanent residents of Hong Kong in order to enter mainland China. Cheers!

Jun 20, 2024 2:30
Asked by Na** from USA

Is Kailash Mansarovar Trip open for Indian Passport Holder?

Is it open for Indian Passport Holder?

Jun 20, 2024 2:30
Answered by Tibet Vista

Dear Nayak, Thank you for reaching out! We're here to help. Well, for Indian passport holders who plan to visit Mt. Kailash, you have to book your Tibet tour with a licensed Nepali or Indian travel agency that is authorized by the Foreign Affairs Office of TAR or Pilgrim Center (also known as Tibet-India Pilgrim Reception Center) to get your Tibet Travel Permit and run your Tibet tour. If you are an Indian origin who lives outside of India and have another passport, let's say a US or Canadian passport, in this case, we can help you get the Tibet Travel Permit and other travel documents and arrange the Mt. Kailash tours for you.

Jun 16, 2024 9:40
Asked by A** from Singapore

Enquiry on private tour

We are planning a trip from Hong Kong to Tibet during the 12th to 21st of April. We want a private tour that covers all the scenic places as well as the EBC. Please advise an itinerary along with the cost breakdown. Thanks.

Jun 16, 2024 9:40
Answered by Tibet Vista

Dear Azmi, Thanks for your inquiry. A viable option is to fly from HK to Chengdu and later take Chengdu-Lhasa train to Lhasa. You may enjoy the Lhasa to EBC tour from Lhasa to Gyantse, Shigatse, and EBC, which is the most popular itineraries in Tibet. Our travel consultants will have a detailed discussion with you and give you an accurate quotation. Looking forward to seeing you in Lhasa. Best Wishes.

Jun 15, 2024 11:14
Asked by Na** from Canada

We would like to take the train from Xining to Lhasa

Hello We are a family of 3 (2 adults, 1 child) and would like to visit Tibet again in 2025. We would like to take the train from Xining to Lhasa, then stay in Lhasa and mostly just walk around Barkhor, but also visit 3 monasteries: Sera (by bus), Drak Yerpa (by pilgrimage bus) and Tschokhang. We would like to stay in Lhasa for 10 days total, then leave by plane. Can you arrange a permit for this trip for us (3 Canadians)? Best regards, Brigitte Mueller

Jun 15, 2024 11:14
Answered by Tibet Vista

Dear Nancy, We appreciate your message and are here to help. Of course, it is our great privilege to arrange a private Lhasa family tour for your family and help you secure the Tibet Travel Permit and Xining-Lhasa train ticket to Lhasa. Our friendly travel consultants will discuss with you for more details and help you plan an uplifting Tibet tour. Cheers!

Jun 15, 2024 11:12
Asked by Gr** from Canada

The "Tibet Entry Permit" should be apply

I heard from my friend that says there is difference between the above mentioned are: "Individual Tibet Entry Permit" - Individual Entering Tibet is granted. "Group Tibet Entry Permit" - Anyone from the group is Absent, the whole group is deny entry. May I know which one is the correct facts?

Jun 15, 2024 11:12
Answered by Tibet Vista

Tibet Travel Permit, the required travel document for entering Tibet Autonomous Region, has no distinction between individual and group. . What your friends might have mentioned is the Group Visa, specifically required for entry into Tibet from Nepal. You'll have to apply for the Group Visa at the Chinese Embassy in Kathmandu, and you'll need at least four people in your group. You'll all have to enter and leave Tibet together. But if you're entering Tibet from mainland China, you don't need this group thing. Our travel consultant will contact you with more details and help you arrange your trip to Tibet.

Jun 15, 2024 11:10
Asked by Tam** from Singapore

Sightseeing Potala Palace

I would like to travel to Tibet in September 2024 from Kathmandu. Sightseeing Potala Palace, Jokhang temple and many more.

Jun 15, 2024 11:10
Answered by Tibet Vista

Dear Tamang, We appreciate your message and are here to help. September is a perfect time to travel from Kathmandu to Tibet. You can sign up for our 8-day Kathmandu to Lhasa overland small group tour via Gyirong, EBC and Shigatse. This tour has fixed departures on Sept 6/13/20/27 and you can travel with other global travelers to share the tour cost. Another great option is to fly from Kathmandu to Lhasa and book the 8-day Lhasa to Everest Base Camp Small Group Tour to admire the majestic Himalayan range and travel across Lhasa and Shigatse, two of the biggest cities in Tibet. For both ways, our travel agents will help you get your Tibet Travel Permit and other travel documents needed and arrange the accommodations, local expert guide, etc. based on your travel preferences and interests. Cheers!

Jun 15, 2024 11:06
Asked by Ka** from Singapore

plan to travel to Mount Kailash

Hi I am Indian residing in Singapore and plan to travel to Mount Kailash in first week of September. I am all by myself and would like to join any travel group. How do i apply for tibet visa? How do i apply for Chinese visa? Could you help me with Travel Itinerary? Regards.

Jun 15, 2024 11:06
Answered by Tibet Vista

Dear Kadam, We appreciate your message and are here to help. If you are an Indian national with a Singapore passport, you can sign up for our 15-day Kailash and Manasarova Small Group Tour that departs on Sept, 1st. Firstly, you need to go to the Chinese Embassy in Singapore and fill out the application form to apply for the Chinese Visa yourself. After you get your Chinese Visa, you are expected to email the photos of your Singapore passport information page and Chinese Visa page to us to apply for Tibet Travel Permit on your behalf. Remember to do this at least 20 days before your departure to Tibet. We will manage to deliver the Tibet Travel Permit to your hotel in the Chinese arrival city. So, you can show the Tibet Permit and board the flight or train to Lhasa. Our expert travel agents will offer you more details and help you plan a seamless Lhasa to Mt. Kailash tour. Cheers!

Jun 15, 2024 11:04
Asked by Nyen** from India

Lhasa potala place visit and monastery visit

Lhasa potala place visit and monastery visit, we are three people and 2 adults and 1 infant 2 Indian Passport and 1 Nepal passport. we have applied for a China visa also.

Jun 15, 2024 11:04
Answered by Tibet Vista

Dear Nyendak, Thank you for reaching out! Well, if you have applied a China Visa, a great option is to email the image of your Chinese visa page to us and we can help you apply for Tibet Travel Permit on your behalf. So, you can fly from Kathmandu to Lhasa for Tibet visit. A recommended tour for you is 5 Days Lhasa and Yamdrok Lake Small Group Tour where you can visit the landmarks of Tibetan monasteries in Lhasa and explore the holy turquoise Yamdrok Lake on a short excursion. Another important thing to consider is that due to the high elevation and thin air in Tibet, do consult a doctor to decide if it is safe to bring the infant to Tibet for travel with you. Our expert travel consultants will discuss more with you and help you plan a perfect Tibet journey. Cheers!

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