Home Destinations Xizang (Tibet) 13 Days Mt. Everest & Holy Lakes Tour

This 13-day journey takes you deep into western and northern Tibet. You will visit holy Mount Kailash, sacred Namtso Lake, the mighty Mount Everest, historic Shigatse, and the amazing Potala Palace in Lhasa. It is a pure tour of faith, snow mountains, holy lakes, and authentic Tibetan culture.

Highlights
Highlight 1: Visit Holy Mount Kailash
Close to the most sacred mountain in Tibetan Buddhism.
Highlight 2: See Mount Everest & Namtso Lake
Enjoy the world’s highest peak and beautiful holy lake.
Highlight 3: Classic Lhasa & Shigatse
Visit Potala Palace and Tashilhunpo Monastery.
Highlight 4: Western Tibet Secret Views
Experience rare and amazing scenery of Ngari.
Highlight 5: Comfort & Safe Service
Professional guide, oxygen support, comfortable hotels.
Highlight 6: No Forced Shopping Pure Tour
Flexible schedule, more time for photos and experience.
Itinerary Day by Day
Chengdu-Tibet(13 days)
Day 1: Arrive in Chengdu.

Welcome to Chengdu, the capital city of Sichuan Province! We have arranged a punctual and efficient airport pick-up service for you to ensure that you arrive at the hotel safely. After checking in, you can visit and sightsee around Chengdu on your own. Wish you a pleasant trip!

Day 2: Chengdu - Lhasa.

We will take a plane from Chengdu and arrive in Lhasa. We will provide an efficient airport pickup service. After checking in, you can take a rest to adapt to the plateau climate, or visit the beautiful downtown area of Lhasa on your own, experience the local customs and taste various snacks.

Day 3: Lhasa - Shigatse.

We will head for Yamdrok Lake, the highest freshwater lake in the world. The blue lake water reflects the sky, forming a breathtakingly beautiful picture together with the snow- capped mountains. It faces the Kanola Glacier across the mountains, just like a sleeping ice beauty with tender feelings. Upon arriving at the altitude of Shigatse, devout believers measure the pilgrimage road with their own flesh and blood.

Day 4: Shigatse - Tashilhunpo Monastery - Mount Everest.

Visit Tashilhunpo Monastery, the residence of the Panchen Lamas of past dynasties. Inside the monastery, purple smoke rises and the candles on the offering platforms flicker. It is a typical representative of Tibetan Buddhism. Traverse the most beautiful National Highway 318 and enter the Mount Everest Protection Area, where you will encounter Rongbuk Monastery, the highest monastery in the world. Here, you can admire the magnificent and majestic appearance of Mount Everest up close.

Day 5: Mount Everest - Peiku Co - Saga.

After enjoying the breathtaking sunrise of Mount Everest in the morning, set off for the most charming glacier group in the Himalayasthe Shishapangma Glacier Group. Under the sunshine, it looks like a glacier garden, glittering with bright starlight and is especially spectacular. Then visit Peiku Co. The peaceful Peiku Co lying in nature is home to various precious wild animals everywhere. The harmonious coexistence of living beings and nature makes the world a bit more wonderful.

Day 6: Saga - Mount Kailash - Darchen.

Visit Mapam Yumco, the sacred freshwater lake with the highest water transparency in China. Its water is crystal clear and the sky and the water merge into one. It sparkles under the sunlight, looking beautiful and mysterious. Look into the distance at Mount Kailash. The lofty and majestic Mount Kailash stands among various mountain ranges, and a sense of shock comes over you.

Day 7: Darchen - Guge Kingdom - Zanda.

Head for Zanda Earth Forest, the largest earth forest in the world in terms of distribution area. Its scenery is particularly unique and spectacular. Visit Xiayi Valley. Its soil layers have various colors from top to bottom, such as white, silver, and brown. It is praised as the “Colorful Earth Forest”. Under the illumination of the sunlight, it looks like an ancient oil painting. Tour the ancient Guge Kingdom with a long history. Its architectural styles are integrated, exquisite and magnificent. All kinds of murals and sculptures in the palaces are lifelike, telling the stories of history.

Day 8: Darchen - Guge Kingdom - Zanda.

Traverse the vast Kunsha Prairie. Herds of cattle and sheep and wildflowers everywhere make this area more vibrant. Head for the international lake, Pangong Tso. Its peculiarity lies in the fact that it is fresh water within China’s territory while it is salt water within Kashmir’s territory. The two integrate with each other, attracting various wild animals around the lake and forming the only natural biological picture in Ali Prefecture.

Day 9: Shiquanhe - Uninhabited Area - Rendo Township.

From now on, we will lead you to travel through the mysterious and desolate uninhabited area. On this barren land, there are countless breathtaking lake and mountain views hidden. We will move forward with the mountains and run with the wild animals, experiencing the mysterious passion that belongs only to Ali.

Day 10: Renqingxiubu Co - Zabuye Salt Lake - Nam Co - Wenbu South Village.

Visit Renqingxiubu Co, which is regarded as a fairyland on earth by the locals. Head for Zabuye Salt Lake, the most stunning and mysterious plateau salt lake. It is as bright as a mirror and stretches as far as the eye can see, making people reluctant to leave. Then go to Zhari Namco, the third largest lake in Tibet. Standing on the isolated island in the middle of the lake and looking around at the whole lake scenery, surrounded by snow-capped mountains and forest seas, it feels like being in a fairy tale world. Arrive at Wenbu South Village and experience the traditional life and cultural charm.

Day 11: Wenbu South Village - Nyima County - Baingoin County.

Arrive at Nyima County, the youngest county in Tibet. Dance heartily with the local residents and experience the unique folk customs. Then head for Siling Co, the largest lake in Tibet. Its lake water is like a sapphire. Around it, there are herds of cattle and sheep and lush grass, presenting a scene of natural peace and harmony.

 

Day 12: Wenbu South Village - Nyima County - Baingoin County.

Head for the sacred lake, Namtso. The natural clear water bay and the blue lake water are just like the sea, surrounded by snowcapped mountains, looking like a fairyland on earth. Standing on the cliff, you can overlook the whole Namtso. It is magnificent, beautiful, elegant and mysterious, making people intoxicated. As the sunset approaches, there are scattered tents dotted around the lake and wisps of cooking smoke rising, giving people endless imagination. Arrive in Lhasa in the evening and raise our glasses together for a wild celebration at last!

Day 13: Lhasa - Chengdu - Return trip.

Return to Chengdu. We will arrange the airport drop off service according to your flight information to ensure that you can return to your warm home on time and safely, thus concluding this pleasant trip to Ali! The beautiful Tibet is looking forward to meeting you again!

Price: What’s Included
  • Accommodation
    Accommodation: 12-night stay in a double standard room of a 4-star hotel
  • Vehicle
    Vehicle: 5-7 passenger VIP air-conditioned travel professional operation business vehicle
  • Transportation
    Transportation: Round-trip air tickets (train tickets) from Lhasa to Chengdu
  • Tickets
    Tickets: Entrance tickets for various scenic spots
  • Dining
    Dining: 9 meals including 1 breakfast and 20 main courses
  • Tour guide
    Tour guide: All-inclusive package
  • Insurance
    Insurance: Travel Accident Insurance
    (If there are elderly people or children, the cost will be refunded or supplemented accordingly; please call for prices during major holidays.)
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