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Some of the most heart-stopping views of Mount Everest are from Tibet, where the northern flanks of the great massif are unhindered by adjacent peaks or ridges, presenting a breathtaking 13,000 vertical feet of sheer ice and granite. This was the approach used by British mountaineers seeking a way to Everest in the 1920s, and the astonishment they felt upon seeing the great mountain will be equaled, if not surpassed, by your own. Follow in their footsteps on this classic trek (one of our old favorites!), a rare chance to get a close look at the world’s highest peak as well as a heap of other chart-topping mountains. And the trip includes even more: an overland journey across the plains and passes of mysterious Tibet, visits to ancient monasteries suspended in time, and forays to base camps used by climbing expeditions since the early 20th century.

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS

• Trek to the foot of Everest in the footsteps of early British mountaineers
  
• View the stupendous north face of Everest—the most stunning view of the mountain—and a sweeping vista of vast snow-clad peaks
  
• Experience the grandeur of the Tibetan plateau—its cultural highlights, holy shrines, and arid beauty
  

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Day 1 Arrive in Chengdu, China.

Day 2 Fly to Lhasa, Tibet.

Days 3-4 Sightseeing in Lhasa (11,800'), including the Jokhang, Potala Palace, and Ganden Monastery.

Day 5 Drive to Shigatse (12,792'), with time to visit 15th-century Tashilumpo Monastery, one of the most important religious centers of Central Tibet, where pilgrims from the far corners of the country come to pay homage.

Days 6-7 Drive to Tingri (14,000'), crossing two high passes and enjoying views of Everest, Gyachung Kang, Cho Oyu, and the Nangpa La (18,753'), a pass on the old salt trade route into Nepal (now closed). Day hike en route to aid in the acclimatization process.

Days 8-9 Trek across the Tingri Plain with views of Cho Oyu on the horizon. Cross the Lama La (16,600') and descend to the Zomnuk Valley.

Day 10 Continue along the trail and hike up to Rongbuk Monastery (16,150') with Mount Everest as its backdrop.

Days 11-12 Hike up the stony glacier moraine to the base camp (17,000') used by expeditions attempting the east face of Everest, with the majestic bulk of the mountain filling the head of the valley. Optional hike up the East Rongbuk glacier to Camp I at 17,700 feet.

Days 13-14 Drive to Lhasa via Tingri and Shigatse.

Day 15 Fly to Chengdu and depart, or join our extension to Beijing.

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