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Until 1992, this Himalayan region was closed for foreigners. Nesting on the Tibetan boarder, this region is dominated by giants Annapurna and Dhaulagiri. Situated at the head of the KALI GANDAKI river in north central Nepal, Mustang is naturally and culturally attractive. Tourists in Upper Mustang can opt for the strangely eroded landscape of this remote territory that presents a vibrant mosaic of earth colors- red, yellows, browns and blues. This location is bestowed with ecological diversities, delightful views of snowy peaks, colorful village, monasteries, ancient palaces.

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The Himalayan mountain fastness however nourished some of the unique culture and practices. The vertically raising layers of mountains and series of valleys appear as a giant staircase leading to sky touching snow peaks. Nepal was a refuge for spiritual masters and political mavericks from both India and Tibet for a long time. Rare teachings were passed down and prospered undisturbed by the outside world until recently. In the citadel of the eastern Himalayas, Bhutan persisted with the original form of Tibetan Buddhism and its unique civilization.

This makes it Tibet without Chinese, outside of Tibet. The empty highland of Tibet across the Himalayas is roved only by nomads grazing their yaks and mountain goats. The Buddhist belief fastened people of this vast land together with their religious heads, hundreds of miles away in Lhasa and Xigatse.

Nepal Tibet Bhutan tour is one of the best countries in Asia for religious spirituality as well as for adventure tour and trekking. This trip is designed so the travelers can visit Nepal Tibet Bhutan all these countries with one go.

The combination of 3 different country tour is one most adventure and marvelous attraction and breathtaking view from 3 different Himalayas counties. A traveler can have gimp some view of whole central-south Asia with a single tour. Having a Himalayan dream we will satisfy you and immerse yourself in a glorious trip designed.

Nepal Tibet Bhutan tour occupies the most isolated landmass of the Himalayas at the top of the world. The invincible Himalayan landscape however secured diverse culture and practices unstained until now.

All 3 possess the matchless and beautiful tourism places. Nepal has a wide tourism destination from past. While various adventures sports and this tourist country possess 8 of the 10 highest peaks in the world along with birthplace of Lord Buddha has significant in holy tourism.

Tibet known as the roof of the world is highlighted by Potala palace. You will observe a spiritually enlightened and awakened sentient place of his holy Dalai Lama in this tour. Tour review the Tibetan civilization is a primitive and unique one to the rest of the world along with different monasteries and temple.

The last Shangri-la on earth, Bhutan has a remarkable tourism place, stupa, and palaces. Mostly you will observe a combination of Buddhists religion, philosophy, and art in the sightseeing along with a lot of entertainment event as well as park and zoo.

This tour in newly innovated and start from Kathmandu because of its easy excess and visa process to other parts. Nepal Tibet Bhutan tour Buddhists influence places to promote the country unique culture, tradition, and lifestyle to the outside the world. In fact, Tibet and Bhutan opened its isolated to foreigners.

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Next, we drive to Shigatse and finally to Lotingri which is where the actual trek begins. In between, we also visit a couple of Tibetan landmarks like the impressive Tashilhunpo Monastery, Khumbum Stupa, Phalkot Monastery and others which showcase the rich culture and history of the Tibetans. Reaching the Advanced Base Camp of the world’s highest mountain, Everest guarantees us a sweeping view of the majestic mountain and is sure to be a surreal experience for any adventure enthusiast.

Without the doubt, this Everest Advanced Base Camp Trek Via Tibet is one of the world’s greatest journeys that combines Tibetan awesome culture with the highest trekking route on earth, so close to the summit of Mt. Everest that can be reached without the need for crampons, ice axes or any mountaineering skills.

Flying into Lhasa from Kathmandu you will see the amazing views of four of the highest peaks in the world – the Himalayan giants of Everest, Makalu, Cho Oyu, and Kanchenjunga. We spend several days in our acclimatization and exploration approach to Everest base camp and Advanced Everest Base Camp in Tibet. We witness the sights and sounds of Lhasa and Tibet – Potala palace, Norbulinkha temple, Jorkhang Square, Sera and Drepung monasteries, Namsto Lake on the way to Gyantse and Tashilhunpo monastery in Shigatse – not to miss!

We start our Tibet trekking from Tingri which means you’ll be in good shape and well acclimatize before your ascend to Everest Advanced Base Camp. En route there are yak herders camps and grain farms, moors and meadows and green valleys. We weave through the ice pinnacles and cross the Rongbuk glacier to Rabu La where you can peer over into the Kangshung face of Everest.

On arrival at Rongbuk monastery and Basecamp, you will be astounded by the spectacular and uninterrupted views of Everest’s great North face an awesome and heart throbbing experience. After having acclimatization rest day at Basecamp we head for the steady achievable trek through stunning glaciers and peaks to Advanced Base Camp 3 at 6340 meters, where the sheer grandeur of Kangshung north face of Everest stands just in front of you. You have to see to believe it.

Everest advanced base camp trekking in Tibet is to all who are in good shape, enjoy hiking and traveling and don’t have any underlying health issues that might be worsened by spending nights at high altitudes.

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This is an 11 days trip where you will travel from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj and then to Simikot by flight and take a helicopter ride to Hilsa which is Nepal – China border. After crossing the border we will start a jeep drive to lake Mansarovar, perform a puja and take a holy bath. Next day we will drive to Yam Dwar from where our Kailash parikrama begins.

Kailash Mansarovar Yatra is named after two holy, spiritual and religiously significant sites: Mt. Kailash and Lake Mansarovar. Mt. Kailash (6,638m), familiar to Hindus as Kailash Parvat is the most sacred mountain of Asia. Hindus believe that the mountain is the abode of Lord Shiva and his family. Not only Hindus, but the mountain is also sacred to Buddhist, Jain and Bonpo religions as well. Buddhists believe that Mt. Kailash is the home of Buddha Demchok and Bon, a religion in Tibet believe that the mountain is the seat of all spiritual power. Another major highlight of Kailash Mansarovar Yatra (journey) is Lake Mansarovar, the highest freshwater lake in the world (4500m). Pilgrims believe that drinking water from the lake or taking dip or bath in the lake will wash away all their sins.

Kailash Tour via Simikot is an excellent journey to Mt. Kailash whereby we experience trekking in one of the most remote western parts of Nepal before entering Tibet. We arrive in Kathmandu and spend a day resting and preparing for the trip and fly to Nepalgunj, a city in the western Terai plains of Nepal the next day. On our Simikot to Kailash journey, we travel along ancient pilgrimage routes and trade links, trekking across the border into Tibet. Then the Tibet tour starts with a visit to the Garuda valley, a place believed to be the cradle of the Tibetan civilization during the ancient times when Bon religion was practiced throughout Tibet, long before Buddhism was introduced. Next, we circumambulate Mt. Kailash and tour Mansarovar Lake, both of which hold great natural, cultural and religious significance. The Kailash Tour via Simikot ends in Lhasa which is called the ‘cradle of Tibetan civilization.

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The Upper Dolpo region Trekking is an isolated area in Nepal which has been severely off-limits until only recently, so the traditions and way of life have remained integral. In the autumn of 1990 the first British tour operator organized a trek from east to west, from Pokhara to Jumla through Lower Dolpo. Upper Dolpo Trekking a land of the Himalaya. Upper Dolpo trekking is situated in the western part of the country and upper Dolpo trekking is one of the most remote regions in Nepal.

Upper Dolpo trekking routes passed many enormous mountain ranges – Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, and Kanjiroba, to name but a few – and passed through Lower Dolpo, at one time a small kingdom in its own right. More recently we have repeated the route, with differences and our groups see very few other Europeans so they are inspired greatly about the wild remoteness, the stunning mountain scenery and the fact that the local people had that innocent friendliness peculiar to people who live in excessively remote mountainous regions.

Upper Dolpo trekking adventure begins with tours of UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Kathmandu. We then fly to Nepalgunj and then to Juphal from where we begin our trek in the Dolpo region which was made famous by Peter Matthiessen’s book – The Snow Leopard. Nepal’s first English subtitled movie on Dolpo, The Caravan, was also a huge success and was also nominated for the Oscar Award in the best foreign language film category. During our trek, we pass through interesting villages, trekking routes and meet fascinating people. We also cross a few high Himalayan passes and enjoy the vast and tranquil beauty of Phoksundo Lake. From Shey Gompa, we follow the ancient Trans Himalayan Trade route and return back to Jhuphal as our trek ends. The trek takes you into the wild west of Nepal.

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It is considered one of the best rural trekking adventures in Nepal that, most often than not, circuits around the country’s eastern region. The Kanchenjunga region is among the most remote regions of Nepal. Specifically, the Kanchenjunga Trek takes trekkers through the Kanchenjunga Conservation Area, and the region is named after Mount Kanchenjunga- the world’s third highest Himalayan peak and the second highest Himalayan peak of Nepal. The trek occurs in the northeastern corner of Nepal near Sikkim in the Taplejung district of the country.

Kanchenjunga stands at 8,586m and is one of the unexplored and virgin trekking routes that offers wonderful snow-capped mountains, landscape and exotic scenic view of the Himalayas. You can enjoy different types of small and high snowy peak above 8,000 m and below 8,000m  popular peaks such as Mt. Everest (8,848m), Mt.Makalu (8,201m) and Mt. Lhotse (8,516m) etc.

The lucky trekkers can see massive wildlife during the trekking such as Snow Leopard, Musk deer, Red Panda many more. Kanchenjunga Trekking trail has more exciting and challenging daredevil and popular organizing trip to situated in the Kanchenjunga Conservation Area which is spread over 2,035m sq km from enrich in wildlife diversities also many threatened species of birds such as Impedance Pheasant, Red –Billed Blue Magpie, Shy Dragon, Amphibian and Mammals are found in this region and preserved including Snow-leopard, Himalayan Black Bear, Musk Deer, Red Panda etc. While, Passing along this trekking trail will provide us to observe the remarkable valleys  with their an amazing culture, traditions of the local inhabitants, magnificent views of the frozen lake crystal clear stream, Okthan glacier, an amazing ascend of Rathong and Kabru, glacial excursion around Ramche etc are the best point view of the Kanchenjunga trekking trail.

The journey toward the Kanchenjunga starts from Katmandu to Suketar, Taplejung by domestic airlines, then the trekkers move throughout different places such as the forest including rhododendron covered ridge to Lali-Kharka(2,220m)-Keswa(2,100m)-Mamanke(2,000m) above the sea level then pass along Yamphudin(1,650m) to trek towards Lamite Bhanjying,Torotan, Tseram(3,750m), Ramche(4,360m), Mirgin- La (4,663m) across Gunsa(3,475m), Kyapra, move down to Sakathum(1,600m) then finally descend to Phurumbo then back to Taplejung-Suketar(2,300m). In this way, the memorable and daredevil trek of Kanchenjunga ends.

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Everest Base Camp trekking is one the most popular trekking route around the globe. Opened from 1953, the Everest base camp or simply known as Southern Base Camp among the mountaineers is located at the 5,364 m altitude. This trek is equally exciting with a rare thrill of flying between the high hills to Lukla which opens the gate to a promised land with picturesque views of many surrounding peaks. You will ascend for short while towards Phakding for the first stop.

The following day you will take a wonderful trek to Namche Bazaar – through the trail that passes through numerous forest, farmlands and beautiful Sherpa villages. Namche is the tourist and administrative hub at this region. Hiking around the area there are several villages, especially in Syangboche (3700m) which have their own stories and legends to tell, on the laps of the magnificent mountainous belt of Kangtega, Ama Dablam, Island peak, Nuptse and Lhotse.

On the door step of your lodge you can see the smiling Mt. Everest greeting you and your loved ones. Lots of children do not get chances to be so near to the highest peak in the world and for the old age people, this might be the only chance to get their wishes fulfilled.

You will find the detail on the 14 day EBC trek itinerary for a short trek option.

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Standing over 6000m, Mera peak is the highest trekking peak. It leads into the absolute isolation and in the wilderness with natural surroundings away from human settlements. It is truly a remarkable adventure into the wildest area of Hinku valley in eastern Khumbu region, located at southeast to Mt. Everest. From here you can always observe the amazing landscapes, hills, and valley with snow-capped mountains.
Comparatively, it is tough to climb the Mera peak due to high altitude. The professional guides will fix the ropes and provide proper instructions for your maximum pleasure and ultimate security and safety.

The top of Mera Peak offers an overwhelming panorama of surrounding high mountains from Mt. Everest, Lhotse, Mt. Makalu all the way to Mt. Kanchenjunga in the far eastern horizon.
This magnificent adventure begins and ends with a sweeping scenic short flight to and from Lukla town, the gateway to Everest and to other wonderful areas of Khumbu. You will have to walk through high passes, tranquil forest, summer pasture, and towards moraines and glacial lakes after an adventurous climb to Mera Peak. Your return journey is fixed on the same route back to Lukla, from here concluding this awesome adventure with the scenic short flight back to Kathmandu.

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The local name of Island peak is Imja Tse. It is an isolated peak in Chhukung valley elevation at 6189 m (20,305ft) from the sea level. Actually, this peak is the extension of Mt. Lhotse Shar and it is located between Mount Lhotse and Imja glaciers. It involves one steep and exposed 100 m, ice or snow climb, otherwise a nontechnical snow climb.

The summit of the Island peak offers stunning views of huge south face of Mt. Lhotse (8,501 m), Nuptse (7,879 m), Lhotse Middle Peak (8,410 m) and Lhotse Shar (8,383 m) in the north, Mt. Makalu (8475 m) and Mt. Amadablam (6856m) in the east with beautiful panoramic view of Khumbu region and Chhukung valley.

You will first trek towards Everest Base Camp, Kalapathar then goes Chhukung valley and start climbing the peak. Though climbing this peak does not compulsorily require formal climbing training, you should follow the instructions of the expedition guide. This fabulous adventure includes the visit to Everest Base Camp and Kalapatthar before the climb, allowing proper acclimatization, with enough rest days for practice.

Your adventure starts with an exciting flight to Lukla after you depart to Kathmandu with the permit and then heading higher to the nice villages of Namche-Thyangboche-Pheriche, visiting monasteries and interesting Sherpa cultures of the Buddhist religion.

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