10 Days Nyingchi Peach Blossom Festival and Everest Base Camp Small Group Tour

As you arrive in Nyingchi by flight, our local guide will be expecting you at the airport. Later, the guide will escort you to your hotel.

Stay overnight in Nyingchi.

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Overnight in Nyingchi

In the morning, you'll set off for the "First Village of Nyingchi Peach Blossoms" - Gala Village. Surrounded by mountains on three sides, this village hosts the Nyingchi Peach Blossom Festival. Here, peach blossoms intertwine with barley, snow-capped mountains, and forests, creating an enchanting scene.

Next, you'll traverse the 4,702-meter-high Sejila Mountain Pass. Here, you can hang Tibetan prayer flags for the well-being of your family and friends. On clear days, you'll have the opportunity to overlook the majestic view of Mount Namcha Barwa for the first time.

Continuing the journey, you'll pass through the newly constructed Pailong Bridge and Tongmai Bridge. The spectacular cable-stayed bridges in the high mountain valleys mark the history of the former Tongmai danger zone. Along the 318 National Highway, the rapeseed flowers, peach blossoms, and snow-capped mountains of Suosong Village will accompany you on your travels.

As night falls, you'll arrive in Bome County, which is renowned for its status as a "Peach Blossom Wonderland”.

Stay overnight in Bome.

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Overnight in Bome

In the morning, you'll head towards the peach blossom paradise of Bome - the Bome Peach Blossom Valley, listed by "Chinese National Geography" as one of Tibet's 100 "Most Beautiful Scenic Photography Spots." Compared to other areas in Nyingchi, the peach blossoms here are even more magnificent and wild. The distant mountains and valleys are adorned with blooming peach blossoms, while nearby villages and wheat fields are dotted with delicate pink flowers, creating a picturesque springtime dreamland.

After bidding farewell to the Bome Peach Blossom Valley, you'll travel along a scenic route, passing the enchanting Guxiang Lake, located 33 kilometers away from Bome County. This picturesque dammed lake is an ideal leisure destination.

Continuing westward, you'll reach the captivating village of Lulang. From the Lulang Forest Viewing Platform, you will enjoy the majestic scenery of the snowland forest, with original bushes and dense spruce and pine forests complementing each other.

Next, you'll head to the Lulang International Tourist Town, where you can freely stroll and experience the perfect blend of Tibetan-style architecture and natural landscapes, appreciating the beauty of Tibet's first national-level tourist resort.

Stay overnight in Bayi.

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Overnight in Bayi

After enjoying a delicious breakfast, you'll embark on your journey to Lhasa.

First, you'll head towards one of the most beautiful Nyingmapa lakes in eastern Tibet - Draksum Tso. Resembling a crescent moon nestled amid high mountain valleys, the lake boasts crystal-clear waters and ripples of blue waves, with fish darting playfully, adding an element of endless charm to the scenery.

Standing on the island in the middle of the lake is a Nyingmapa temple with a history of more than 1500 years. Dense and serene forests surround the temple, seemingly guarding this jade-like lake with utmost solemnity. The ancient temple on the lake's heart brings Draksum Tso into profound historical contemplation, while the backdrop of two 5,500-meter-high snow-capped mountains creates an incredibly stunning and awe-inspiring vista.

Stay overnight in Lhasa.

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Overnight in Lhasa

Start the morning from the Potala Palace, a golden feather upon the roof of the world, which Tibetans proudly claim to be the prime miracle since the creation of this world. It was put into use since the 7th century by the 33rd great king of Tibet. The most valuable collections of Potala Palace are the gilded burial stupas of former Dalai Lamas and the meditation cave of the 33rd great king of Tibet.

In the afternoon, you will head to the Jokhang Temple. It is the center of Tibetan Buddhism and the sacred land of Buddhist followers, where innumerable pilgrims come for worship every day. Inside, you can see the statue of Buddha Sakyamuni at the age of twelve, which is the most venerated object in Tibetan Buddhism.

Later, we will take leisurely strolls, meandering through Barkhor Street's handcraft market, carefully selecting souvenirs. Or wander aimlessly, discovering a cozy teahouse along the way. Find a seat by the window, savor a cup of tea, and indulge in contemplation.

Warm Tips:
The tickets for the Potala Palace are sold on a pre-purchase basis and come with specified visiting times. We will flexibly adjust the itinerary based on the actual reserved visiting time. Entry to the Potala Palace requires passing through a security check; carrying hazardous items is strictly prohibited. Photography is also prohibited inside the Potala Palace.

Stay overnight in Lhasa.

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Overnight in Lhasa

After exploring Lhasa, you'll immerse yourself in the endless Tibetan landscape while taking a short hike along the turquoise waters of Lake Yamdrok, one of the three holiest lakes in Tibet. This dazzling lake is usually first spotted from the summit of Gambala Mountain (4700m). It sits several hundred meters below the road and curves like a coiling scorpion, with the massive Mt. Noijin Kangsang (7191m) visible in the distance.

Next, you'll pass by the 5,010m high Karola Glacier before heading to Gyantse. This glacier sits right by the roadside, resembling a serene maiden grooming herself while gazing from afar at the majestic snow-capped mountains.

Upon arrival in Gyantse, you'll visit Pelkor Monastery and the splendid Kumbum Stupa (100-Thousand-Buddha Pagoda) nearby, both built in the 15th century and located in the northwestern edge of Gyantse.

Following this, you'll drive approximately 90 kilometers to Shigatse (3880m), the second-largest city in Tibet.

Stay overnight in Shigatse.

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Overnight in Shigatse

Early in the morning, we set off towards Everest Base Camp, passing through Lhatse, and crossing two mountain passes, Tsola Pass (4600 meters) and Gyatsola Pass (5248 meters). After that, we officially enter the Mt. Everest National Nature Reserve.

Keep your eyes wide open and adjust your sight to take in the majestic views of the Himalayas at Gawula Pass! If it is in clear weather, you can have a glimpse of 4 mountains which is 8000m high or more, such as Mt. Lhotse (8516m), Mt. Everest (8848m), Mt. Qowowuyag (8201m), Mt Mayalu (8463m).

The zigzagging mountain road leads us swiftly forward, and soon we arrive at the tent area of Everest Base Camp. At sunset, the golden sunlight blankets the camp, gradually fading as the sun sinks behind the mountains. Night falls, and the deep black sky is studded with twinkling stars. A brilliant Milky Way stretches across the sky, leaving joyous people under the stars—some chatting in pairs, some lost in their own thoughts. The most beautiful moments are captured here.

Warm Tips:
Everest Base Camp sits at an altitude of 5200 meters, and it's common to experience headaches and difficulty sleeping at night due to altitude. This is a normal occurrence, so there's no need to panic. Continue to take it slow, relax, and savor the beauty of Everest. The symptoms will gradually ease.

Note:
According to the announcement from the Everest area, on this itinerary, tourists can reach Rongbuk Monastery at the highest point. The actual situation depends on the area's announcement. Rongbuk Monastery is the best spot for viewing and photographing Everest.

Stay overnight at tent guest house.

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Overnight at Everest Base Camp

Open your eyes and wake up to the first sunlight shining over the pyramid-shaped summit of imposing Mt. Everest.

Grab your camera for an epic shot and stroll to Rongbuk Monastery, exploring this world’s highest Buddhist compound. If you wish, you can meditate and experience unparalleled tranquility and harmony there. Alternatively, interact with monks and nuns with the help of a guide to learn more about their unique spiritual life.

The temperature can get bitterly cold in the early morning. Make sure to wear enough clothing, such as your down jacket, scarf, and mittens, to protect yourself from the extreme cold.

Finally, we jump into our tour vehicle and bid farewell to the world’s highest peak through the rearview mirror of the van. By following the zigzag roads on the Sino-Nepal Friendship Highway, we head back to Shigatse.

Stay overnight in Shigatse.

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Overnight in Shigatse

After breakfast, you will first visit Tashilhunpo Monastery, one of the six major Gelug monasteries and the traditional seat of successive Panchen Lamas. This monastery was once the political hub of the Tsang.

At Tashilhunpo Monastery, you'll have the opportunity to admire one of the world's largest copper Buddha statues, the towering 28-meter-tall 'Jampa' (Maitreya Buddha statue). This magnificent statue serves not only as a symbol of faith but also as a testament to culture and history.

After that, we'll begin our journey back to Lhasa.

Stay overnight in Lhasa.

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Overnight in Lhasa

Our guide will transfer you to the airport or train station and help you get on board.