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World's Highest Road to Everest 7 Day Epic Self Drive Expedition

By VTribe
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$3,444 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 7d
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

Embark on a rare 7-day self-drive adventure from Lhasa to Mount Everest Base Camp (5,200 m) along the legendary Friendship Highway — the world’s highest drivable road.
Share the wheel of a 4×4 and cross the vast Tibetan Plateau: high mountain passes, sacred turquoise lakes, ancient monasteries, and finally face the dramatic north face of Mt. Everest.
We handle everything complex so you can focus on the experience:

All Tibet permits (Tibet Travel Permit + Aliens’ Travel Permit + border pass) are pre-arranged.
Professional lead vehicle, satellite phone, oxygen, oximeter, first-aid kit & high-altitude rescue insurance
Comfortable hotels in Lhasa & Shigatse + authentic guesthouse near EBC

Ideal for adventurous travellers, photographers, overlanders and small groups seeking epic scenery, real freedom and the thrill of driving in the Himalayas.
Ready to conquer the roof of the world from behind the wheel?

Activity location

  • Bakuo Street
    • Ba Kuo Jie
    • 850004, La Sa Shi, Xi Zang Zi Zhi Qu, China

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Bakuo Street
    • Ba Kuo Jie
    • 850004, La Sa Shi, Xi Zang Zi Zhi Qu, China

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12:00 AM, World's Highest Road to Everest 7 Day Epic Self Drive Expedition in English

  • Activity duration is 7 days7d
    7d
  • Opening hours: Sat 12:00 am-11:59 pm
  • English

Pickup included

Language options: English
Price details
AU$3,443.75 x 1 AdultAU$3,443.75
Total
Price is AU$3,443.75

What's included, what's not

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    Lead vehicle communication equipment and satellite phone (for emergency use)
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    In-vehicle medical oxygen tanks, oximeter, and first aid kit
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    Option B includes vehicle rental, fuel, tolls, and parking fees
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    Full tour leader service (English or other languages)
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    All entrance fees
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    Drinking water throughout the journey
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    Tibet Travel Permit and border pass processing
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    6 nights accommodation
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    High-altitude self-driving professional insurance (including emergency medical rescue)
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    International/domestic flights to/from Lhasa
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    Single room supplement
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    Personal expenses (Tibetan costume photoshoot, incense making, souvenirs, etc.)
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    Option A's own vehicle international transport, entry taxes, and related usage fees
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    Driver/tour leader service charge (voluntary)
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    A minimum of 2 guests is required for this tour. Solo travellers please enquire separately.

Know before you book

  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Activity itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Lhasa - Touching the Warmth of Faith

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: snacks, lunch
  • Accommodation: Lhasa boutique hotel

Bakuo Street

  • 2h
Afternoon: Airport/Train station pickup, or assistance with car hire procedures (for those bringing their own vehicles, customs clearance and temporary number plate processing will be completed) Evening: Tour leader guides everyone for a stroll on Barkhor Street, experiencing Tibetan afternoon tea at a century-old sweet tea house, with free time for interaction Night: Welcome dinner (included). Tour leader conducts comprehensive trip briefing, high-altitude driving safety training, and team ice-breaking Accommodation: Lhasa boutique hotel (4-star standard, twin room) Altitude: 3,650 metres

Day 2: Heart of the Sacred City - City Walk on the Kora Path

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: 4-Star Hotel

Potala Palace

  • 3h
  • Admission ticket included
Morning: Potala Palace visit (by reservation, exclusive access). In-depth explanation by tour leader to avoid peak crowds Afternoon: Golden roof of Jokhang Temple and the thousand-year-old Buddha statue. Tibetan costume rental available with professional photographer follow-shot (at own expense) Evening: 3km light hike on Barkhor Street kora path, feeling the pilgrims' footsteps. Climb to the rooftop of a popular café to overlook the ancient city's sunset Accommodation: Lhasa boutique hotel Meals Included: Breakfast

Day 3: Gateway to the Himalayas - Sacred Lakes and Glaciers

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Shigatse comfortable hotel (3-4 star)

Yamdrok Yumtso Lake

  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
Morning: Self-drive over Gangbala Pass (5,030m), overlooking the sapphire Yamdrok Lake view. Convoy travels along the lakeshore road with multiple viewpoint stops Noon: Lunch at Gyantse ancient town (at own expense), visit Gyantse Dzong (anti-British invasion site) Afternoon: Pass by Karola Glacier for close-up observation of the ice tongue. Continue to Shigatse and check in by evening Special Arrangement: Tour leader organises 15-minute silent meditation by Yamdrok Lake, sharing Tibetan water culture Accommodation: Shigatse comfortable hotel (3-4 star) Meals Included: Breakfast Distance: Approximately 360 km

Day 4: Pinnacle of the Road - Driving Towards Mount Everest

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Guesthouse (dormitory rooms, shared bathroom, electric heater)

Tashilhunpo Monastery

  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
Morning: Tashilhunpo Monastery (Panchen Lama's residence), admiring the world's largest gilded copper Buddha statue Noon: After lunch in Shigatse, convoy proceeds along G318 National Highway Afternoon: Cross Gyatso La Pass (5,248m), gateway to Everest National Nature Reserve, where you can see four 8,000m+ peaks: Makalu, Lhotse, Everest, and Cho Oyu Evening: Arrive at Rongbuk Monastery area, check in. Tour leader guides everyone on a hike to the best viewpoint to await sunset on the golden mountain Night: Everest starry sky observation and night talk (weather permitting), tour leader shares mountaineering stories Accommodation: Rongbuk Monastery guesthouse (dormitory rooms, shared bathroom, electric heater) Meals Included: Breakfast Distance: Approximately 350 km

Day 5: Witnessing the Peak - Victory Return via Yarlung Tsangpo Off-Road

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Lhasa boutique hotel

Mt. Everest Base Camp

  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
Early Morning: 5:00 AM wake-up, walk to Everest viewpoint to await sunrise (weather confirmed in advance by tour leader) Morning: Return to Shigatse. Convoy can choose either the regular G318 or the Yarlung Tsangpo River canyon off-road section (decided based on team fitness and weather), experiencing mild off-road driving fun Afternoon: Arrive in Lhasa, check into hotel for rest Night: Celebration dinner (included), awarding "Everest Road Conqueror" certificates, team sharing of highlight moments Accommodation: Lhasa boutique hotel Meals Included: Breakfast, Celebration Dinner Distance: Approximately 450 km

Day 6: Spiritual Depth - Wisdom of the Monks

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Lhasa boutique hotel

Drepung Monastery (Zhebang Si)

  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
Morning: Drepung Monastery (largest monastery of Gelug School of Tibetan Buddhism), visit Tshomchen Main Hall and four Dratsang colleges Afternoon: Watch monk debates at Sera Monastery (15:00-17:00), tour leader translates debate gestures and logic on-site Optional Experience: Tibetan incense-making workshop (additional cost, approximately USD 30/person), hand-making intangible cultural heritage Tibetan incense Accommodation: Lhasa boutique hotel Meals Included: Breakfast

Day 7: Free Departure - Taking Away Plateau Memories

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch
  • Accommodation: Not included

Bakuo Street

  • 2h
Morning: Free time. Tour leader can accompany you to Barkhor Street to purchase souvenirs (yak jerky, thangka, dzi beads, etc.) Afternoon: Airport/Train station transfer, journey ends Meals Included: Breakfast

Location

Activity location

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    Bakuo Street
    • Ba Kuo Jie
    • 850004, La Sa Shi, Xi Zang Zi Zhi Qu, China

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Bakuo Street
    • Ba Kuo Jie
    • 850004, La Sa Shi, Xi Zang Zi Zhi Qu, China

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