13D12N · Private Tours · Lhasa + Potala Palace + Mt. Qomolangma + Namtso + Yamdrok Yumtso + Nyingchi & Bome + Laigu Glacier
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Fully flexible itinerary · 1-on-1 customer service · Private car/guide
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Service language:English
Departure city: Lhasa
Pick-up & drop-off methods
Arr. & dep. transfers incl.
Group size
Flexible (travel independently)
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Highlights
Embark on a 13-day journey through Tibet's diverse landscapes, from Nyingchi's forests and Rawu Lake to Everest Base Camp and Namtso, guided by local experts.
Stay at a 5-diamond oxygen-rich hotel in Lhasa and handpicked oxygen-rich hotels in Shigatse and Everest Town, with dinner included. Every stay is chosen for a safe, restful high-altitude trip.
Travel with genuine Tibetan experts and enjoy experienced local drivers and guides, oxygen-assisted itineraries, fully customizable tours, and seamless end-to-end holiday management.
13-day itinerary
Day 1 | Arrive in Lhasa - Lhasa airport/station pick-up - Hotel check-in Meet up This product includes a free pickup service Airport/station pick-up Free pickup service from airport/train station:Lhasa Gonggar International Airport, Lasa(Lhasa) Station Service period: All day(Private car) If your location is outside the free pickup area, you will need to go to the meeting point yourself. If you have any questions, please contact customer support. MorningTransportation Upon arrival at the airport or station, the driver will pick you up and take you to the hotel. After checking in, you are free to explore at your leisure. The staff will inform you of the details via SMS or phone by 20:00 the day before the trip. Please ensure the phone number provided in the order is reachable. Travel: approx. 60 km/1 hr MorningTransportation Schedule for today: private arrival transfer Based on your selected flight or train arrival time, we will arrange a 24-hour private transfer with no ride-sharing or waiting. If there are any changes to your schedule, please notify your dedicated customer service representative immediately. 08:00Notes Travel with confidence on the plateau Travel with confidence; oxygen is available in the vehicle, with complimentary refills if needed. 08:00Breakfast(at own expense) 12:00Lunch(at own expense) 18:00Dinner(at own expense) 19:00Hotel  Senge Kangqiong Grand Hotel 4.4/5 orLhasa Snow Paradise International Hotel (Potala Palace) Friendly reminder: A standard oxygen-enriched room will be arranged for your stay. Please note that specific requests cannot be accommodated during special holiday periods. In the event of last-minute reservations or room unavailability during peak seasons, we will coordinate alternatives with you in advance. Your understanding is appreciated. |
Day 2 | Nyingchi - Sejila Pass (distant view of Namcha Barwa Peak) - Lu Lang Forest - Nyingchi 08:50Breakfast(meals included for adults, children's meals not included) Enjoy a buffet breakfast at the hotel. Meal duration: approx. 1 hr 09:00Transportation After meeting you at the agreed time and location, our private vehicle will take you on a scenic drive to Nyingchi-Lulang for today's exploration. Along the journey, we will cross the Sejila Pass, where on clear days, a distant view of Namcha Barwa Peak is visible. Travel: approx. 470 km/6 hrs 12:30Lunch(at own expense) Meal duration: approx. 1 hr 14:00Attraction  Sejila Mountain 5.2  No. 8 of Best Things to Do in Nyingchi4.5/5 Mountain (Appearance)  Mount Namcha Barwa 7.0 Selected for Best Things to Do in Tibet4.1/5 Snow Mountain Mountain Glacier (Appearance) Activity duration: approx. 20 mins 15:00Attraction  Lulang Forest 5.6 No. 4 of Best Things to Do in Nyingchi4.5/5 Forest (Includes adult tickets) Activity duration: approx. 10 mins 17:00Attraction  Lulang Scenic Area 4.8 4.5/5 Forest Grassland (no tickets required)  Lu Lang Town 4.9 4.7/5 Town (no tickets required) Activity duration: approx. 1 hr 30 mins 18:30Dinner(at own expense) Meal duration: approx. 1 hr 19:30Hotel  Artel Linzhi Poly 4.6/5 orEvergrande Hotel, Nyingchi We have carefully selected quality hotels for your trip and will confirm your accommodation after booking. By default, we assign hotels based on availability and do not accept specific hotel requests. If you wish to specify or choose a different hotel, please contact our customer service for more options. |
Day 3 | Lulang - Tongmai Bridge-Guxiang Lake - Bomi 08:00Breakfast(meals included for adults, children's meals not included) Enjoy a buffet breakfast at the hotel. Meal duration: approx. 30 mins 09:00Transportation Today, you will set off for Bomi, take in natural scenery along the route, and check into a hotel in Bomi for the night. Distance: approx. 280 km 11:00Attraction  Tongmai Natural Barrier 3.6 4.5/5 (no tickets required)  Tongmai Bridge 4.3/5 (no tickets required) Activity duration: approx. 30 mins 12:00Lunch(at own expense) Meal duration: approx. 1 hr 16:00Attraction  Guxiang Lake 4.5 4.6/5 Lake Snow Mountain Mountain (no tickets required) Activity duration: approx. 30 mins 17:00Attraction  Bomi Peach Blossom Valley 4.8 4.8/5 (no tickets required) During the Peach Blossom Festival (3.15-4.20), complimentary access to exclusive scenic spots will be offered for a limited time. These spots will not be included outside the festival period. Please note that the visitation sequence may be adjusted based on blossom conditions. Activity duration: approx. 30 mins 18:00Dinner(at own expense) Meal duration: approx. 1 hr 19:00Hotel  Landscape Hotel 4.6/5 We have carefully selected quality hotels for your trip and will confirm your accommodation after booking. By default, we assign hotels based on availability and do not accept specific hotel requests. If you wish to specify or choose a different hotel, please contact our customer service for more options. |
Day 4 | Bomi - Kuijia Mountain - Midui Glacier - Rawu Lake - Laigu Glacier - Rawu Town
08:00Breakfast(meals included for adults, children's meals not included) Enjoy a buffet breakfast at the hotel. Meal duration: approx. 1 hr 09:00Transportation Today, we will set off to explore Laigu Glacier, followed by a loop tour around Rawu Lake. We will stay overnight at a hotel by Rawu Lake. Travel: approx. 300 km/7 hrs 10:00Attraction  Kuijia Mountain - Songdong Bare Sacred Mountain 3.4 4.0/5 Snow Mountain (Appearance) Activity duration: approx. 10 mins 11:00Lunch(at own expense) Main meals are at your own expense, allowing you to freely choose and savor local specialties according to your personal taste. Meal duration: approx. 1 hr 12:00Attraction  Laigu Glacier 5.2 4.1/5 Glacier (Includes adult tickets) Warm reminder: 1. The tour includes a visit to Laigu Glacier by default, covering the scenic area admission ticket and shuttle bus. 2. Whether you can walk on the glacier ice or visit the Blue Ice Cave depends on the real-time conditions and regulations of the scenic area. Please follow the on-site arrangements and practice responsible tourism. We appreciate your understanding. 3. If you choose to ride horses within the scenic area, you will need to pay the related costs yourself. Thank you for your understanding. Travel Tips: The optimal time to visit Laigu Glacier is from December to March of the following year. During other seasons, the lake in front of the glacier melts, allowing only distant views. The visibility of the Blue Ice Cave also varies with seasonal changes. Please note this. Important Notes: The scenic area may close temporarily due to local conditions. Should this occur, our travel coordinator will work with you to adjust the itinerary based on the current situation. Thank you for your understanding. Activity duration: approx. 4 hrs 16:00Attraction  Ranwu Lake 5.2 No. 1 of Best Things to Do in Basu4.6/5 Lake (Appearance) Activity duration: approx. 1 hr 19:00Dinner(at own expense) Meal duration: approx. 1 hr 20:00Hotel  Pingcuo Kangsang BaSu RanWuhu Fuyang Hotel 4.8/5 Warm reminder: This product prioritizes accommodation at the Pingcuo Kangsang Basu Rawu Lake Oxygen-Enriched Hotel, with the standard room type as the default. Please note that specific hotel assignments are not guaranteed during public holidays. In the event of last-minute bookings or room unavailability during peak seasons, we will contact you in advance to communicate and coordinate alternative arrangements. |
Day 5 | Rawu Lake - Midui Glacier - Highland Pasture - Lulang International Tourist Town 08:00Breakfast(meals included for adults, children's meals not included) Enjoy a buffet breakfast at the hotel. Meal duration: approx. 1 hr 09:00Transportation Today, we will head from Rawu Lake to Lulang International Tourist Town, stopping to visit Midui Glacier and enjoy the scenic views along the G318 National Highway. Travel: approx. 300 km/6 hrs 10:00Attraction  Midui Glacier 5.4 No. 1 of Best Things to Do in Bome4.0/5 Glacier (Includes adult tickets) Activity duration: approx. 1 hr 12:00Lunch(at own expense) Meal duration: approx. 1 hr 17:00Attraction Lu Lang Town 4.9 4.7/5 Town (no tickets required) Activity duration: approx. 1 hr 18:00Dinner(at own expense) Meal duration: approx. 1 hr 20:00Hotel Artel Linzhi Poly 4.6/5 orEvergrande Hotel, Nyingchi Warm reminder: Standard room types are assigned by default. If you have specific preferences regarding your hotel or room type, please contact our customer service in advance or inform your travel butler after placing your order. Please note that specific room assignments are not guaranteed during public holidays. In the event of last-minute bookings or full occupancy during peak seasons, we will contact you in advance to communicate and coordinate alternative arrangements. |
Day 6 | Lulang - Basomtso - Lhasa
08:00Breakfast(meals included for adults, children's meals not included) Enjoy a buffet breakfast at the hotel. Meal duration: approx. 1 hr 09:00Transportation Today's highlight: exploring the Basomtso Scenic Area, followed by a direct return journey to Lhasa. Travel: approx. 540 km/7 hrs 12:00Lunch(at own expense) 14:00Attraction  Basomtso 7.5 No. 3 of Best Things to Do in Tibet4.6/5 Lake (Includes adult tickets)  Tsozong Gongba Monastery 3.7 4.3/5 Temple (Appearance)  Huxin Island 5.1 No. 2 of Best Things to Do in Basomtso4.7/5 Lake Island/Peninsula (Appearance) Includes scenic area operational shuttle service. Travel: approx. 180 km/3 hrs Activity duration: approx. 2 hrs 19:00Dinner(at own expense) Meal duration: approx. 1 hr 20:00Hotel Senge Kangqiong Grand Hotel 4.4/5 orLhasa Snow Paradise International Hotel (Potala Palace) Friendly reminder: A standard oxygen-enriched room will be arranged for your stay. Please note that specific requests cannot be accommodated during special holiday periods. In the event of last-minute reservations or room unavailability during peak seasons, we will coordinate alternatives with you in advance. Your understanding is appreciated. |
Day 7 | Lhasa - Yamdrok Yumtso - Karola Glacier - Shigatse 08:00Breakfast(meals included for adults, children's meals not included) Enjoy a buffet breakfast at the hotel. Meal duration: approx. 1 hr 09:00Transportation Today marks the beginning of your exclusive full-day private journey from Lhasa. Traveling west along the scenic National Highway 318, you will cross the high-altitude Gangbala Pass at 4,990 meters before arriving at the breathtaking Yamdrok Lake, renowned as the Pearl of the Plateau. After exploring this sacred lake, the journey continues to the majestic Karola Glacier. Proceeding further west, you will finally arrive in Shigatse for hotel check-in and rest. Travel: approx. 360 km/6 hrs 30 mins 11:00Attraction  Yamdrok Yumtso 7.4 No. 5 of Best Things to Do in Tibet4.6/5 Lake (Includes adult tickets) Aerial photography: Activity duration: approx. 1 hr 30 mins 12:30Lunch(at own expense) Meal duration: approx. 1 hr 14:00Attraction  Karola Glacier 5.9 No. 2 of Best Things to Do in Shigatse4.3/5 Snow Mountain Glacier (Appearance) Activity duration: approx. 1 hr 30 mins 18:30Dinner(at own expense) Meal duration: approx. 1 hr 19:30Hotel  Qomo Langzong Hotel 4.7/5 We have carefully selected quality hotels for your trip and will confirm your accommodation after booking. By default, we assign hotels based on availability and do not accept specific hotel requests. If you wish to specify or choose a different hotel, please contact our customer service for more options. |
Day 8 | Shigatse - 5,000 km Monument - Sajia Town - Mt. Qomolangma Base Camp 08:30Breakfast(meals included for adults, children's meals not included) Enjoy a buffet breakfast at the hotel. Meal duration: approx. 30 mins 09:00Transportation Today, your exclusive full-day private journey from Shigatse begins. Following National Highway 318, you will first explore the ancient town of Sakya, renowned as the Second Dunhuang for its profound cultural heritage. The journey then continues towards the Zhongla Mountain - Lhotse Viewing Platform, offering admiring views of the desert dunes. Along the scenic Border Dune Road, you will have the opportunity to capture stunning landscape photographs. Finally, you will arrive at the ultimate destination of the day: the Mt. Qomolangma Base Camp. Travel: approx. 330 km/7 hrs 10:30Attraction  318 National Road 5,000 km Monument 4.8 4.5/5 Monument (Appearance) Duration: 10 hrs 50 mins Activity duration: approx. 20 mins 11:00Attraction  No photos yet Sagya Ancient City 3.2 4.0/5 Ancient Settlement (Appearance) Activity duration: approx. 1 hr 30 mins 12:00Lunch(at own expense) Meal duration: approx. 1 hr 18:00Attraction  Mt Qomolangma Base Camp 7.0 4.7/5 Mountain (Includes adult tickets)  Rongbuk Temple at Mount Everest Base Camp 4.7 4.5/5 Temple (Appearance) Complimentary Padded Jacket Rental: Service Description: This itinerary includes a visit to the Qomolangma Base Camp, where you will stay until sunset. Please note that the base camp is windy, and temperatures drop significantly after sunset. Adequate windproof and thermal protection is essential. We recommend that each traveler prepares and carries at least one thick jacket or windproof fleece. If you have not brought suitable attire or require additional cold-weather gear, please inform your travel butler in advance. We can arrange for a cold-proof padded jacket rental in Shigatse for your use. How to Request: Please inform your butler at least one day in advance to make the necessary arrangements. Note: This rental service is exclusively available for the Shigatse - Mt. Qomolangma section of the journey. Important Reminder: During winter, the Mt. Qomolangma area may experience sudden snowfall. Access roads to the scenic area may be subject to traffic control for safety reasons. If the visit becomes temporarily impossible due to severe weather conditions, your travel butler will actively coordinate to adjust the itinerary. Your understanding in such circumstances is greatly appreciated. Activity duration: approx. 1 hr 19:30Dinner(meal included for adults & children) Complimentary: Tibetan-Style Beef Hot Pot in Mt. Qomolangma Town. To enhance your stay on the night at the Mt. Qomolangma Base Camp, where amenities are limited, we are pleased to offer a complimentary Tibetan-style beef hot pot. This special dinner is prepared in the nearby Mt. Qomolangma Town to help you unwind and recover from the journey's fatigue. Please note: As this is a complimentary offering, no refund will be provided if the service is not utilized. We appreciate your understanding. Meal standard: CNY 88/person Meal duration: approx. 1 hr 20:30Hotel  Vienna International Hotel (Zhaxizong Township Zhufeng Road Branch) 4.8/5 orTibethostel Mount Everest Base Camp Oxygen-rich Hotel We have carefully selected quality hotels for your trip and will confirm your accommodation after booking. By default, we assign hotels based on availability and do not accept specific hotel requests. If you wish to specify or choose a different hotel, please contact our customer service for more options. |
Day 9 | Mt. Qomolangma Hotel - Border Sand Dune Highway - Lhotse Peak - Sa'gya Temple - Shigatse 08:00Breakfast(meals included for adults, children's meals not included) Enjoy a buffet breakfast at the hotel. Meal duration: approx. 1 hr 09:00Transportation Today, you will depart from Mt. Qomolangma Town to begin an exclusive full-day private journey. Along the way, you will pass the Border Sand Dune Highway, the Lhotse Viewing Platform, and Sakya Monastery. Afterwards, you will arrive in Shigatse and check in to your hotel for rest. Travel: approx. 310 km/6 hrs 10:00Attraction  Lhotse Peak 3.7 4.0/5 Mountain (View from vehicle) Activity duration: approx. 10 mins 12:00Lunch(at own expense) 15:00Attraction  Sakya Monastery 4.9 4.9/5 Temple Historical Site (Includes adult main entrance tickets) Activity duration: approx. 1 hr 19:00Dinner(at own expense) Meal duration: approx. 1 hr 20:00Hotel Qomo Langzong Hotel 4.7/5 We have carefully selected quality hotels for your trip and will confirm your accommodation after booking. By default, we assign hotels based on availability and do not accept specific hotel requests. If you wish to specify or choose a different hotel, please contact our customer service for more options. |
Day 10 | Shigatse - Tashilhunpo Monastery - Lhasa 08:00Breakfast(meals included for adults, children's meals not included) Enjoy a buffet breakfast at the hotel. Meal duration: approx. 1 hr 09:00Transportation Today, after visiting Tashilhunpo Monastery, the seat of the Panchen Lama, you will return to Lhasa by private vehicle. Travel: approx. 360 km/5 hrs 09:00Attraction  Tashilhunpo Monastery 5.4 No. 3 of Best Things to Do in Shigatse4.6/5 Temple (Includes adult main entrance tickets) Activity duration: approx. 1 hr 12:00Lunch(at own expense) 18:00Dinner(at own expense) 20:00Hotel Senge Kangqiong Grand Hotel 4.4/5 orLhasa Snow Paradise International Hotel (Potala Palace) We have carefully selected quality hotels for your trip and will confirm your accommodation after booking. By default, we assign hotels based on availability and do not accept specific hotel requests. If you wish to specify or choose a different hotel, please contact our customer service for more options. |
Day 11 | Lhasa - Nyenchen Tanglha Viewing Platform - La Ghen La Pass - Namtso National Park - Lhasa 08:00Breakfast(meals included for adults, children's meals not included) Enjoy a buffet breakfast at the hotel. Meal duration: approx. 1 hr 09:00Transportation Today's highlight: exploring the Namtso Lake, and enjoying the scenery of the Nyenchen Tanglha Mountains, Nagela Mountain, and the Northern Tibet grasslands along the way. Travel: approx. 400 km/6 hrs 10:00Attraction  Nyenchen Tanglha Viewing Platform 4.7 4.8/5 Observation Deck (Appearance)  Nyainqentanglha Mountain 5.2 4.5/5 Mountain (no tickets required) Activity duration: approx. 30 mins 11:00Attraction  Laken La 5.5 No. 2 of Best Things to Do in Damxung4.8/5 Mountain (no tickets required) Activity duration: approx. 20 mins 12:00Lunch(at own expense) 13:00Attraction  Namtso National Park 7.8 4.4/5 National Park (no tickets required)  Namtso 7.8 No. 2 of Best Things to Do in Tibet4.5/5 Lake (Includes adult tickets) Activity duration: approx. 3 hrs 19:00Dinner(at own expense) Meal duration: approx. 1 hr 19:00Hotel Senge Kangqiong Grand Hotel 4.4/5 orLhasa Snow Paradise International Hotel (Potala Palace) We have carefully selected quality hotels for your trip and will confirm your accommodation after booking. By default, we assign hotels based on availability and do not accept specific hotel requests. If you wish to specify or choose a different hotel, please contact our customer service for more options. |
Day 12 | Potala Palace - Jokhang Temple 08:00Breakfast(meals included for adults, children's meals not included) Enjoy a buffet breakfast at the hotel. Meal duration: approx. 1 hr 09:10Transportation Today, immerse yourself in Tibetan culture with a guided tour of the Potala Palace and Jokhang Temple. Your personal guide will offer dedicated insights into the history and spiritual significance of these sacred sites. Travel: approx. 3 km/10 mins 10:00Attraction Potala Palace 1. The Potala Palace operates a time-slot real-name reservation system. Tour groups are assigned with random time slots by the system, which may require itinerary adjustments. To request specific time slots, guests may self-book with staff guidance; refunds will be processed accordingly.
2. During peak seasons/holidays/special events, if the attraction is closed or reservations fail, the itinerary will be adjusted to an exterior visit of Potala Palace Square with a full ticket refund (or alternative Lhasa attractions; ticket costs will be adjusted based on actual prices). Potala Palace 8.2 No. 1 of Best Things to Do in Tibet4.7/5 Temple Historical Architecture UNESCO World Heritage-Cultural Site (Includes adult tickets) Guide services: Activity duration: approx. 3 hrs 12:00Lunch(at own expense) Meal duration: approx. 1 hr 16:00Attraction  Jokhang Temple 7.0 No. 6 of Best Things to Do in Tibet4.5/5 Historical Architecture Temple (Includes adult tickets) Guide services: Activity duration: approx. 1 hr 30 mins 16:30Attraction  Barkhor Street 6.6 No. 3 of Night Attractions in Tibet4.7/5 Featured Neighbourhood (Appearance) Activity duration: approx. 2 hrs 18:00Dinner(at own expense) Meal duration: approx. 1 hr 20:00Hotel Senge Kangqiong Grand Hotel 4.4/5 orLhasa Snow Paradise International Hotel (Potala Palace) We have carefully selected quality hotels for your trip and will confirm your accommodation after booking. By default, we assign hotels based on availability and do not accept specific hotel requests. If you wish to specify or choose a different hotel, please contact our customer service for more options. |
Day 13 | Lhasa airport/station drop-off 08:00Breakfast(meals included for adults, children's meals not included) Enjoy a buffet breakfast at the hotel. Meal duration: approx. 1 hr 09:00Transportation Today, a private transfer will be arranged according to your scheduled departure flight time. Should there be any changes to your flight, please promptly contact your designated driver or customer service representative. 12:00Lunch(at own expense) 18:00Dinner(at own expense) Tour ends This product includes airport/station drop-off Free drop-off service to airport/train station: Lhasa Gonggar International Airport Service period: All day(Private car) If the airport/train station is not within the free drop-off area, please make your own arrangements |
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