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8 Days Overland Tour from Lhasa to Everest Base Camp

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Our Journey Through the Himalayas to the Majestic Mount Everest Base Camp

We take a minibus to Shigatse, a city located 300 kilometers west of Lhasa, passing picturesque viewpoints, lakes, and stunning mountains along the way.

At key points along the route, hundreds of colorful Tibetan prayer flags flutter in the wind, while adorned yaks, goats, and massive Tibetan mastiffs eagerly pose for photos.

Dressed GoatsDressed Goat to take picture with.

Everything here feels quite unusual to us. Each day, we pass through several checkpoints where drivers and tour guides must present their documentation, and at times, everyone is required to exit the vehicle for passport checks.

By the end, our Tibet travel permit, which is merely an A4 sheet of paper, resembles a stamp album, and unfortunately, we can’t read the text on it, leaving it behind in China.

Yamdrok LakePhoto in front of Yamdrok Lake.

A Peaceful Evening in Shigatse: Monastic Life, Timeless Traditions, and Warm Hospitality

In Shigatse, there is a charming monastery that we arrive at just before closing time, making us nearly the only tourists present. This centuries-old monastery exudes a peaceful, harmonious, and romantic ambiance, especially as we join in on a singing lesson amidst the relaxed atmosphere among the monks.

Tibetan Monastery

The monks laugh and joke, their singing resembling the enthusiastic shouts of a football game. The warm demeanor of the red-clad attendants makes up for everything, and they graciously share the fruits donated by others, recognizing that we are already quite exhausted this evening.

Tibetan Monks

A monk patiently answers our questions about his reasons for joining the monastery and when he will see his family. Having been "guarding" the room since 4:30 a.m., he is now sitting here at 7 p.m., and we hope he can eat soon. At least he is allowed to check his mobile phone.

Tibetan Monks

The abbot radiates a natural and benevolent authority, answering questions with unwavering conviction and remarkable speed, his authenticity evident in every response. In Tibetan monasteries, donations consist not only of food and small banknotes but also of yak butter, with believers arriving with containers to add at least a spoonful to each vessel.

Tibetan Monks

Burning wicks protrude from the vessels, serving as a method for making candles here. Some figures in the Tibetan monasteries are as much as 2,500 years old, while certain buildings date back to the 7th century AD, though most were constructed between the 14th and 17th centuries.

Tibetan Monastery

Anticipation at Everest Base Camp: Hidden Peaks, Monastery Visits, and Life at 5,200 Meters

We board an electric bus for the final stretch to Everest Base Camp I, situated at 5,200 meters above sea level, as excitement mounts. Is the mountain hidden behind the clouds? Our guide warns that conditions can change rapidly, and if clouds gather around the base camp, our chances of seeing the world’s highest peak diminish significantly.

Mt.Everest

The first base camp resembles a tent city for tourists, and we don't encounter any mountaineers; they blend in with the other visitors. We opt for a private room, driven by our concerns about the toilet situation. When we ask why there’s no shower, we learn that it’s discouraged at this altitude as it can weaken circulation. Well, a quick wash will have to do!

Mt.Everest

After the clouds obscure the towering 8,848-meter giant, we decide to visit a charming little monastery filled with yaks. Here, we’re served cooked or dried yak meat three times a day, which has a flavor reminiscent of a blend between tough sheep and beef—but it's surprisingly tasty.

Mt.Everest

Visitors keep the monastery's cylindrical prayer wheels spinning and can also ring the bells. Inside, photography is strictly prohibited. Golden Buddha statues vie for the attention of the few Buddhists and tourists present.

A Glimpse of Everest: Unveiling the Summit, Shared Joy, and Mountain-Top Camaraderie

Next, we make our way to the scree field, believed to offer the best view of the white giant, hoping it will momentarily lift its veil and reveal its face. And then, just like that, we catch glimpses of the summit—first a little, then more, before it vanishes again, and the cycle continues.

Mt.Everest

Mobile phones and cameras light up around us, though most of the photos are likely to be deleted later. Standing in the drizzle, we gaze at the mountain in a trance; it may sound unremarkable, but the experience is marvelous. We’re captivated, unable to suppress our grins—it's a feeling that can only be truly understood by those who stand before this colossal beauty. Perhaps it’s just the mountain air that’s sending us a bit delirious.

Mt.EverestZigzag road to Mt.Everest.

After this captivating natural experience, we enjoy delightful lemon ginger tea and yak meat in a mountain hut, surrounded by a diverse group of international tourists. In our travel group of 13 alone, we represent nine different nationalities, and the stone hut likely hosts even more. The atmosphere is lively and cheerful this evening.

Mt.EverestYaks near the EBC.

The effort to reach this spot was undoubtedly worth it for everyone. Now, however, the temperature has dropped significantly; while we were warm in our thin vests outside the monastery, we now feel the biting cold. Our tour guide is correct: "The weather changes very quickly up here." To add to the chill, the hut door is just a thick curtain, so there's no need for ventilation.

Mt.Everest

A Scenic Farewell to Tibet: Serene Gyirong, and a Final Taste of Tibetan Tradition

For breakfast, we enjoy a selection of teas and omelettes. In Tibet, it's common to drink butter tea or sweet tea, both of which are notably sugary. Thankfully, we arrived early enough yesterday; today, Everest is obscured from view. We press on to our final stop in Tibet, the quaint town of Gyirong, located near the Nepalese border.

The journey unfolds as a picturesque landscape, dotted with breathtaking mountain views, and shimmering deep blue lakes. The town appears quite tranquil, with our guide even picking up some souvenir T-shirts. The streets are lightly trafficked, and children play football and badminton at the intersections, warmly greeting us as we pass.

Tibetan diner with performanceTibetan diner with performance to celebrate the end of the journey.

As a delightful change of pace, we visit a small monastery, where we enjoy a final traditional Tibetan dinner accompanied by live folk music and dancing.

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