Tibet Border Explorer: 7-Day Everest & Nepal Gateway（Gyirong Exit）
This extraordinary route combines Tibet’s iconic cultural landmarks with its most dramatic landscapes — from the sacred .
- Duration : 6N7D
- Tour code : ARIA—TB—2603
- Route : Lhasa – Shigatse – Everest Base Camp – Gyirong
- Tour Type : Private
- Feature：nature-focus, culture-focus, mountains, lakes, World Heritages, border crossing
Short Description
This extraordinary route combines Tibet’s iconic cultural landmarks with its most dramatic landscapes — from the sacred halls of Lhasa to the face of Mount Everest. Drive across the Tibetan Plateau through mountain passes, sacred lakes, and ancient glaciers to reach Everest Base Camp. Continue through the Shishapangma Nature Reserve to Gyirong Valley, the lush Himalayan gateway to Nepal. This journey connects visual wonders, living culture, and the adventurous spirit of the trans-Himalayan corridor.
Highlights
| Lhasa | Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, Barkhor Street, Zaki Temple, Sera Monastery |
| Shigatse | Yamdrok Lake, Karola Glacier, Palha Manor |
| EBC | Gawula Pass , Everest Base Camp |
| Gyirong | Shishapangma Peak, Peikutso Lake, Gyirong Valley |
Day 1 Arrival in Lhasa
Welcome to Lhasa, the City of Sunshine. Your local guide will greet you at the airport or train station with a traditional Tibetan Hada scarf and transfer you to your hotel. Take the rest of the day to rest and acclimatize to the high altitude.
Meals: / Accommodation: Lhasa
Day 2 Lhasa
Immerse yourself in the core cultural landmarks of Lhasa. Visit the magnificent Potala Palace, the former winter residence of the Dalai Lamas and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Then explore Jokhang Temple, Tibet’s most sacred Buddhist shrine, and walk the ancient Barkhor Street circuit, where the devotion of Tibetan pilgrims meets the lively rhythm of local markets.
Meals: B Accommodation: Lhasa
Day 3 Lhasa
Visit Zaki Temple to pray for blessings on your journey ahead. At Sera Monastery, witness the famous Buddhist debates — a dynamic intellectual tradition unique to Tibetan Buddhism. In the afternoon, explore a heritage workshop to make Tibetan incense by hand and paint your own Thangka, connecting deeply with Tibet’s intangible cultural heritage.
Meals: B Accommodation: Lhasa
Day 4 Shigatse
Begin the westward journey to the sapphire waters of Yamdrok Lake, framed by snow peaks and high-altitude grasslands. Continue past Karola Glacier, where you can see the ancient ice tongue up close. Visit Palha Manor, a well-preserved aristocratic Tibetan estate, before arriving in Shigatse for the night.
Meals: B Accommodation: Shigatse
Day 5 Everest
Today, journey to the top of the world. Cross Gawula Pass, where on clear days you can see a breathtaking panorama of five 8,000-meter peaks including Everest. Arrive at Everest Base Camp, stand before the 8848-meter monument, and gaze up at the towering north face of Mount Everest — the highest point on Earth.
Meals: B Accommodation: EBC (Guest House Camps)
Day 6 Gyirong
Continue through the Shishapangma Nature Reserve, where you can admire the majestic Shishapangma Peak and the serene Peikutso Lake. Descend into the lush Gyirong Valley — a dramatic transformation from the arid plateau to a green Himalayan gorge, often called the “Secret Garden of Tibet.” Arrive in Gyirong Town in the evening.
Meals: B Accommodation: Gyirong
Day 7 Departure from Gyirong
Your guide will assist you with border exit formalities at Gyirong Port. Your journey through Tibet concludes here at the Himalayan gateway. We hope the sacred mountains, turquoise lakes, and vibrant culture of the Roof of the World will stay with you as you continue into Nepal. Safe travels.
Meals: B Accommodation: /
Detail About this Package
What’s included
Hotel Accommodation: based on twin share with western style breakfast
Guide Service: excellent English-speaking tour guide service（Other languages available upon request）
Vehicle Service: air-conditioning coach with experienced drivers（Due to high altitude conditions, some vehicles may not be equipped with air conditioning.）
Entrance fees as per itinerary
Free airport transfer (pricing varies depending on time; typically available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM).
24/7 On-Call Support
meals listed in the itinerary
Tibet Travel Permit and all required travel documents for this tour (excluding expedited processing fees)
Additional services include portable oxygen, medical oxygen in the vehicle, bottled mineral water, and more.
What’s excluded
International Airfare
Tips for guide and driver
Personal expenses
Entry Visa
Optional Activities
Domestic Transportation: Internal Air/high-speed train (Economy Class)
Payment processing fees
Add-on Options
| Add-on Name | Description |
| L/D | If you would like to explore more local cuisine, feel free to ask us — we will be happy to recommend the most authentic and distinctive local dishes. |
Hotels
Hotel can make reservations based on your needs.
You can choose your hotel; we offer
- Budget-friendly and clean 3-star hotels
- Comfortable and tidy 4-star hotels
- Luxurious local 5-star hotels
- High-end international 5-star hotels
Since This Is A Private Tour, All Itineraries Can Be Customized Based On Your Needs.
Please feel free to let us know if you have any question, we will be happy to answer.