Let’s go…camping on Mt. Everest + Tibet!!!

Monday, April 29

• Visit the splendid Potala Palace, built in the 7th century and once was home to the highest spiritual leaders in Tibet
• Check out the Jokhang Temple’s magnificent architecture – the spiritual center of Tibet
• Stroll the streets of the Barkhor Bazaar, the traditional market in the ancient section of Lhasa, and
• check out various Tibetan and other minorities’ handcrafts
• Visit a local Tibetan family, have local tea and snacks
• Overnight in Lhasa

Tuesday, April 30

• Visit the spectacular Yamdrok Lake
• Drive over to the magnificent Mt. Gangbala glacier
• Arrive in Shigatse, the highest city in the world
• Overnight in Shigatse

Wednesday, May 1

• Drive to Rongbuk, crossing over the Gyatso La Pass at 5,220 meters
• Stop at Rongbuk Monastery, the highest monastery in Tibet, for breathtaking views of Mt.Everest
• Arrive at our destination – Everest Base Camp!
• Stay overnight in Mt. Everest, site of incredible expeditions up the highest place on earth

Thursday, May 2

• Drive from Everest Base Camp to Shigatse
• Arrive in Shigatse and check in to our hotel
• Overnight stay in Shigatse

Friday, May 3

• Check out Tashilhunpo Monastery, which was Built in 1447. Here, we may have the chance to chat with the monks
• Visit a local Tibetan art school for kids (Authorities may deny entry to the art school at certain times of the year.  We are unable to predict this and may need to adjust the itinerary accordingly.)
• Head back to Lhasa while we enjoy spectacular views
• Overnight in Lhasa

Saturday, May 4

• Free morning to chill out or shop for handicrafts in the colorful markets in Lhasa
• Take our flights home departing at or after 14:55

Included – Insured private bus with A/C

Not included– flights to/from Lhasa

Suggested Flights :

Depending on your departure point and schedule.

Please book your flights. It’s really easy with www.ctrip.com! They even have an app. (If you need help booking your flights, a booking fee of 150 RMB per ticket will apply. A Travelers Society member will contact you within 1 working day.)

You must arrive at the suggested arrival time or slightly earlier and meet us at the airport, and leave at or slightly after the suggested departure time.  If your travel arrangements do not allow for this, you will have to arrange for your own transportation.

Included -6 nights – Communal tent at Everest Base Camp + clean double occupancy rooms in 4 star hotels are included in the price. Rooms will be booked on a first come first served basis. If you wish to room alone, the single occupancy fee is an extra 1,700 RMB per person total for 6 nights. Please note that single occupancy availability may be limited. (If needed, we can help you find someone to share. Pairings, in this case, are distributed in order of request submission. If there is an uneven number of travelers, the extra single occupancy fee may apply.) We will be lodging in the hotels in which foreigners are allowed to stay.

*Note: We stay in 4-star hotels in Tibet. While many other trips will book 3-star hotels to lower the cost, we find that there is a huge difference in cleanliness and comfort.

Not Included – Local specialty meals (water/drinks not included)

Price: Book now and get the early bird price of 7,999 RMB or 8,499 RMB if deposit paid after March 20

Due to the length of the permit application process, we generally cannot accept any bookings after March 27. The sooner you sign up, the better.

Includes:

Accommodation, 7 days of ground transportation starting in Tibet, airport pick up (if arrival time is close to the recommended flight), home visit, art school visit, driver allowance, all entrance tickets, first-aid kit, foreigner’s entry permit for Tibet, Everest permit, insurance, 3 coupons, local guide, English/Chinese speaking guide, an experience of a lifetime, and looots of fun!

Does not include:

Transportation to/from Lhasa, meals, tips for guide/driver, donations to children’s home, other personal expenses

*Tips: recommended ~100 RMB per person.

*Donation: 50-100 RMB per person which goes towards food for the children, which we will present onsite  should we be permitted to go to the school

PASSPORT, camera/GoPro, sunscreen, sunglasses, walking shoes, hat, small day pack, power snacks, water container, towel (optional), warm clothes for cool nights/EBC, light clothes for warmer days

*You must have your passport for this trip.

Note: Due to government regulations, Chinese and foreign nationals are generally not permitted to travel together. In light of this, if you are a Chinese national or a foreigner who would like to travel with a Chinese national. please contact us prior to registration at info@travelers-society.com so that we can verify whether or not you are able to join the group.

Cancellation made:

• 50 days or more prior to departure – 100% refund   (a 3% transaction fee may be deducted)
• 49-31 days prior to departure – 50% refund
• 30 days or less prior to departure – no refund

The schedule may be adjusted due to weather conditions, unforeseeable events, etc. For complete information please refer to www.travelers-society.com/terms-conditions. Limited seats available so contact us by Wechat for more info and bookings!!! 

Limited seats available.
Minimum number of travelers to run this trip: 4

Limited seats available.

Payment methods:

1) ICBC Bank Transfer

2) Alipay / Wechat Pay (Open with an external browser to pay with Alipay; if opened within Wechat, it the Alipay option will not appear)

3) Cash on Delivery

4) Credit card payments can be made upon request (a 3% fee will apply)

Do I need a multiple entry visa to go to Tibet?
Nope! You technically will not be leaving China to to go Tibet.  All you need is a Chinese Visa (Residence permit, tourist visa, spousal visa, etc.) and the proper documentation, which will be outlined in detail upon registration.  We will take care of the rest.

Please note that you cannot travel to Tibet if you are in China on a transit visa.

How do I prepare for the altitude?
We will recommend altitude medication to take starting 2 weeks prior to the trip and precautions to take while in Tibet. Exercise prior to the trip is also recommended.

I am renewing my visa/passport, can I still go?
If entire renewal process is complete ~30 days (if less, please contact us directly) prior to departure (when we apply for the permit), there is no issue.  Once we apply for the permit, you must wait until after the trip to change visas/passports.

Please contact us with the details if you intend or in the process of renewing so that we can help you arrange for the permit in good time.

This is it… Your opportunity to take a trip of a lifetime!!!