EVEREST KHARTA VALLEY BALUNG-RI 20 DAYS
No where in the Himalayas can the immense height of Mount Everest (8848m), the highest point on earth be appreciated as it can be in Tibet. This challenging trek visit the Kharta Valley, Everest, Cho Oyu Base Camp and Balung Ri.
Combined with an overland adventure from Lhasa to Kathmandu, this adventure offers an incredible insight into the beauty and culture of Tibet.
ITINERARY
Day 01 : Fly Kathmandu to Lhasa. Upon arrival at Gonggar airport, you shall be met and transfer provided to Lhasa City. O/nt at Hotel.
Day 02 / 03 : LHASA SIGHTSEEING TOUR
Visit The Potala Palace & Norbulinka Palace, Jokhang Temple, Drepung & Sera Monastery and Barkhor Bazaar. O/nts at Hotel in Lhasa.
Day 04 : Drive to Gyantse via The Lake Yamdrok-Tso. Visit the Khumbum Stupa & Phalkor Monastery. O/nt at Hotel Gyantse.
Day 05 : Embark on a pleasant drive to Shigatse visiting Shalu Monastery enroute. Check into hotel. Later in the afternoon, visit the Bazaar & The Tashilunpo Monastery. O/nt at Hotel Shigatse.
Day 06 : Drive to Xegar. O/nt at Hotel Quomolangma.
Day 07 : Drive to Kharta. Camp.
Day 08 : Trek to Tamoche. Camp.
Day 09 : Trek to Sagar. Camp.
Day 10 : Trek to Pola Tal via Doya Pass. Camp.
Day 12 : Explore The Everest Base Camp. Return to Rongphu for o/nt. Camp.
Day 13 : Drive to Tingri. Camp.
Day 14 : Drive to China Base Camp. Camp.
Day 15 : Trek to Cho - Oyu Base Camp. Camp.
Day 16 : Climb Balung - Ri. Camp.
Day 17 : Return to China Base Camp.
Day 18 : Drive to Tingri. Camp.
Day 19 : Drive to Zhangmu. Proceed further to Kodari. O/nt at Hotel in Kodari.
Day 20 : Your final leg of journey to Kathmandu.
Accommodation on twin sharing & BB basis during tour as per hotel plan, Full board meals during trek, English speaking Tibetan Guide, Sherpa staff, Camping equipment ( Two-men tents, mattress, dining / kitchen / toilet tents ), Japanese landcruiser/s (4WD)+ Support truck, Sightseeing Tours, Monastery entrance fees, Oxygen, Travel Permit, & Tibet / China Visa fee.
Kathmandu / Lhasa flight (USD 273), Airport Tax, Nepal re-entry visa fee, Travel Insurance, Extra cost in the event of landslide for hiring porterage or additional transportation ($10 - $15), approx. Evacuation cost and expenses of personal nature.
