Everest and Rongbuk Small-Trek

This journey through the lands of Tibet is a journey full of superlatives in a territory that is already superb in itself. The highest mountain in the world, the highest monastery in the world, the highest school in the world, the biggest book in the world, and one of the biggest palaces in the world, one of the highest roads in the world, …

Tibet is a vast territory located in one of the harshest places on earth to live. However, or perhaps because of it, Tibet has generated and expanded a millenary culture and a way of seeing the world. It is here that Buddhism reaches a degree of mysticism, integration into society and forms of expression not found in other countries.

Lhasa, the capital of Tibet, not only administrative but also religious, is worth the trip alone. With the Potala Palace overlooking it, walking through its streets, neighbourhoods, buildings and temples, one feels transported to another dimension and imbued with its spiritual power. It is also here that the conflict between the Tibetan personality and the Chinese authorities present in the territory since the occupation in 1950 is most vivid. Tibet’s integration into China has brought some economic, technological and modern advantages, but it has not been able or has not wanted, to be respectful of its culture and way of life.

This itinerary is half by vehicle through the highlights of Tibet on the way from Lhasa to Everest Base Camp and includes a four-day trek from Lo-Tingri, also known as Old Tingri, to Rongbuk Monastery, at the foot of Everest on its northern slope. A camping trek for three nights, with all the cooking equipment and everything necessary for this kind of trek. Although Tibet is not a country with the diversity of scenery and number of treks as neighbouring Nepal, four days of trekking amid breathtaking scenery is always an unforgettable experience.

PRICE INCLUDES
·       All transfers and trips by private vehicle

·       Flight Kathmandu – Lhasa – Kathmandu (fare may vary)

·       China entry VISA and Tibet permit

·       Local English-speaking guide during the whole trip in Tibet

·       Assistant English-speaking guide in Nepal (full guide trip can be booked)

·       1 night with breakfast in Bhaktapur

·       1 night with breakfast in Patan

·       2 nights with breakfast in Kathmandu

·       4 nights with breakfast in Lhasa

·       1 night with breakfast in Shigatse

·       1 night with breakfast in Lo Tingri

·       1 night of basic accommodation with breakfast at Rongbuk in the monastery’s Guest House

·       1 night with breakfast in Sakya

·       1 night with breakfast at Gyantse

·       Camping in tents for the first three nights of the trek.

·       Three meals per day during the four days of the trek according to the detailed plan.

·       Cook during the trek

·       Transport of luggage, gear and food by jeep during the trek

·       All trekking permits

·       Entrance tickets included in all visits to Tibet (there are places where you have to pay to take photos or video).

·       Entrance ticket to Bhaktapur in Nepal

·       All government taxes and VAT

·       Wages, food and accommodation, expenses, and insurance for all staff

PRICE EXCLUDES
·       International flight from/to your origin point to/from Nepal

·       Entry Nepal VISA

·       Lunch & Dinner (except indicated)

·       Tips to staff

·       Hot and cold drinks, phone calls, internet connection or any other personal expense

·       During the trek hot showers, battery charges or any other personal expense

·       Medical and/or travel insurance. For most of our treks you must have a mountain accident insurance that works in Nepal until 5500 meters’ altitude and include helicopter rescue.

·       In general, any concept not specified in this programme, as well as any need for personal assistance in other matters out of the programme

·       No additional costs due to flight cancellations, weather conditions, road closures, etc.

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Visa and entry permit to Tibet -VERY IMPORTANT-
To access Tibet from Nepal, the visa to China and the entry permit to Tibet must be processed at the embassy of the People’s Republic of China in Kathmandu.
They are making things more and more difficult in what seems like a clear attempt to steer Western travellers away from Tibet. Now it takes 5 (working) days and you must go personally to the Chinese Embassy in Kathmandu.
The instructions received by the Chinese Embassy in Nepal are as follows:
 
1- There must be a minimum of 5 people to be eligible to apply for a Tibet visa.
2- You need to produce your hard passport copy (sure you need photos too)
3- 5 days to complete the visa procession.
4- You must be physically present at the China visa application centre for biometric.
 
Please note that visa regulations for Tibet may change at any time without prior notice.
 
* NOTE ABOUT KATHMANDU – LHASA FLIGHTS: The frequency and periodicity of flights in Kathmandu and Lhasa is variable and must be checked at the time of confirming the trip, since there may not be flights every day.