10 Days Lhasa to Everest Base Camp Exploration with Mr. Jamyang: Discover the Taste of Authentic Tibet

Welcome to Lhasa my dear YouTube fans, I will personally greet you at the Lhasa airport, offering you a pristine white Khata to express my blessings. It is your first day in Tibet, please have a good rest for today as you need to adapt to the altitude of the highest plateau in the world.

Stay overnight in the hotel that I have meticulously chosen for you.

Highlights: Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, Tibetan Tea House, Barkor Street Kora, Barkor Back-Street

Today, I will take you to discover the world heritage site Potala Palace and Jokhang Temple on my way. Besides sightseeing and listening to cultural knowledge in big tourist sites, I will accompany you on an excursion to explore the ancient district to see many things in our Tibetan daily life, like having a cup of sweet tea in our bustling tea house, to taste our favorite snack, and to see how we tailor-made traditional cloth. Everything you see will be very authentic as if you are one of our Tibetan people.

We will have dinner together to welcome you come to Tibet, cheers!

Overnight in a Tibetan Style hotel.

Highlights: Drepung Monastery and Sera Monastery Lama Debating

Today, let us delve into the enigmatic existence of Tibetan monks. The life of Tibetan Monks is such mysteries. Through visits to the two largest monasteries in Lhasa, Sera Monastery and Drepung Monastery, I shall expound upon the depths of knowledge within Tibetan Buddhism, and lead you to witness firsthand the arduous lives and diligent work of Tibet's monastic community.

The highlights of today will be at Sera Monastery Debating courtyard to watch the splendid Lama Debating course. You will know how monks study and improve level by level till they become a mater.

Overnight in a Tibetan Style hotel.

Highlights: Yamdrotso lake, Lake side Farm Home Visit, Photo with Tibetan Mastiff, Karola Glacier

Today, we will leave Lhasa westward to Everest Base Camp. I will bring you many interesting experiences along the way.

Our first stop is Yamdrotso Lake, with the color of turquoise water and snow-capped mountain Naiqin Kangsang 7200m standing aside her. We will have lunch at a farmhouse in a village by the lake, to be guests of a developed Tibetan villagers’ home.

On the way to Gyantse, we will see the gorgeous Karola Glacier 5400m right standing aside from the road. When stopping at Karola Glacier, we will embark on a light trek towards a serene lake nestled on the mountain slopes of the glacier. We will get up close to witness the impressive icy boulders and the stunning blue color of the glacial lake, glistening like precious diamonds.

Overnight in Gyantse.

Highlights: Gyantse Pelkor Monastery, Gaint Kumbum, Gyangtse Fortress, Cooking Class in Barley farmhouse

In the morning, we will visit Gyantse Pelkor Monastery and Kumbum, climbing up to the highest point of Gyantse city - Gyangtse Fortress, to view the panorama of the old town of Gyantse.

On the way to Shigatse, we will walk into barley fields and work together with local farmers(if there is a chance). Then, we will go into a farmhouse to make food with the hostess in their traditional kitchen and enjoy our hand-made Tibetan food. We drive to Shigatse at the end of today.

Overnight in Shigatse.

Highlights: Phuntsoling Monastery, Brahmaputra Valley Scenery, Brahmaputra River Bank Picnic

Today’s trip could be an incredible adventure as we veer off the main road and explore a breathtaking path along the stunning valley of Brahmaputra.

Midday, we'll enjoy a delightful picnic lunch by the river while taking in the wild river bed and admiring the many quaint Tibetan villages that line the banks.

Our highlight of the day will be visiting the ancient Phuntsoling Monastery, which is rich in a fascinating history spanning over 500 years with incredible Buddhist wall paintings and preserved ancient buildings.

The day is comprised of one impressive experience after the other, culminating in our arrival at Tingri, the gateway to the wondrous Himalayan range.

Overnight in Tingri.

Highlights: Gawula Pass Himalaya View Platform, Top 4 Highest Peaks of Himalaya, Basom Village Farm Work Experience, Everest Base Camp, Mt. Everest Sunset

After a hearty breakfast, our group will set off toward the ultimate destination of our trip: Everest Base Camp.

Along the way, we will make two unforgettable stops. The first is at Gawula Pass, which we affectionately refer to as the "No. 1 Himalaya view platform" in our tour. At 5,198 meters high, we can take in breathtaking panoramic views of the Himalayan Mountain Range with all the highest peaks in our view.

Our second stop will be at Basom Village, where we will be treated to a unique and authentic dining experience. We will enjoy lunch with a local herds family nestled at the foot of the Himalayan mountains.

After the meal, we will roll up our sleeves and join in on some light housework for 1-2 hours before celebrating with the locals through song and dance to commemorate our approaching Mount Everest.

Finally, we will arrive at the Everest Base Camp area, where we will witness an incredible sunset over the striking mountain range. To cap off an exhilarating day, we will indulge in a hotpot dinner at a local tent restaurant.

Overnight in EBC Tent Guest House.

Highlights: Rongbuk Monastery, Hiking to Everest Base Camp, Café Time at EBC, No. 2 Himalaya View Platform, Sakya Monastery Heritage

Our morning will be spent reveling in the breathtaking sunrise of Mt. Everest, exploring the highest monastery - Rongpuk, hiking the nearby hills, and capturing photos with the towering Mt. Everest in the background. We will also have the luxury of leisure time accompanied by steaming cups of coffee.

For lunch, we will head to Chulop Village, where we will indulge in another mesmerizing view of the Himalayas from our No. 2 Himalaya view platform.

In the afternoon, we will arrive in Sakya, another treasured Tibetan heritage town. The Sakya Monastery is renowned for its massive library of ancient Buddhist scriptures and an extensive collection of historic wall paintings. Notably, the monastery was nominated for the World Culture Heritage list in 2020.

Overnight in Shigatse.

Highlights: Nomadic Life Experience, Open-air Picnic at Pasture, Shugula Pass (5411m), Langma Dancing Hall Farewell Night

After breakfast, our first stop of the day is to visit a picturesque pasture halfway. We'll have the opportunity to observe the locals tending to their cattle and witness their nomadic-rural lifestyle. We'll relish an open-air picnic on the lush grassland and interact with the friendly shepherds.

Our next destination is Chungmu Khangar (7048m), the highest peak on the southern side of the Nyenchen Thangla Ranges. You can take a magnificent group photo with the glacier as if you are embedded in the painting.

Then, we will head to Shugula Pass (5411), Here, you can touch the eternal ice and snow with your own hands.

Finally, we'll drive back to Lhasa to conclude our magnificent trip. The evening is still young, and I'll take you to Langma Dancing Hall for our last night of merriment. Here, we'll indulge in some beer and immerse ourselves in Tibetan folk dance, creating memories that will last a lifetime.

Cheers to a remarkable adventure!

Overnight in Lhasa.

I will escort you to the airport or train station to bid farewell, my dear friends. I cherish each one of you and love you fully!