Everest North Col Expedition
Everest North Col Expedition
Everest North Col Expedition
Climbing in Tibet
(24 days)
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This is a trip of highlights, from Lhasa and the eighth wonder Potala Palace to the drive along the
Friendship highway to trekking up to the 6380m ABC (sometimes called Camp 3). Then we
climb to 7000m on North Col using the fixed ropes of the Everest expeditions. Wow!
TRIP FACTS
HIGHLIGHTS
6380m - highest trek in the world
7033m North Col climbing on Everest
meet Everest expeditions
spectacular views of Everest
OUTLINE ITINERARY
Day 01 - Arrive Kathmandu
Day 02/03 - Sightseeing in Kathmandu
Day 04 - Fly to Lhasa (3660m)
Day 05/06 - In Lhasa (3660m)
Day 07 - Drive Lhasa - Shigatse (3900m) 280 km
Day 08 - Drive Shigatse - Shegar (4050m) 244km
Day 09 - Rest day at Shegar for acclimatization
Day 10 - Drive to EBC
Day 11/12/13 - At EBC
Day 14 - Trek to Interim Camp (5760m)
Day 15 - Rest day at Interim Camp (5760m)
Day 16 - Trek to Camp 3/ABC (6400m)
Day 17/18 - Rest day at camp 3
Day 19 - Climb North Col
Day 20 - Trek to Base Camp
Day 21 - Spare day
Day 22 - Drive to Nyalam
Day 23 - Drive back to Kathmandu
Day 24 - Depart Kathmandu
DATES
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PRICE
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LEADER
Billie Bierling
PRICE INLUDES
3 star hotel in Kathmandu, single with breakfast
Kathmandu sightseeing tour
Kathmandu-Lhasa flight
twin-share hotels and guesthouses in Tibet
China (Tibet) visa
airport transfers
group transportation by private vehicle
entrance fees and permits as needed
expedition-style trek:
all meals and hot drinks on trek
roomy single tent on trek
PRICE EXCLUDES
insurance, Nepal visa, meals in towns and cities
Kathmandu departure tax
international flights, equipment rental, alcohol and soft drinks, laundry, tipping and other items
of a personal nature
DETAILED ITINERARY
We begin with two full days in Kathmandu then fly to Lhasa, stay 2 full days then drive to
Rongbuk and Everest Base Camp. After some acclimatization we trek up to Everest ABC,
sometimes called Camp 3 at 6340m, and after a couple more days acclimatizing then we climb
up to the North Col at just over 7000m on a day trip, then trek out and drive onto Kathmandu.
Also note that we expect to fly to Lhasa on a Wednesday, assuming there Wednesday flights. If
they have yet to start then we will fly to Lhasa on Tuesday and the whole itinerary will be
brought forward by a day, and there will be one full day in Kathmandu on return.
Early arrival
Arriving early can be a great way to begin unwinding, we will arrange airport transfer and hotel,
no problem.
Usually your leader will meet you at the hotel and show you around Thamel. Thamel is a mass of
energy and chaos with a myriad banners, signs, pumping music shops, bakeries, internet cafes,
restaurants, bars, hotels and eccentrically clad backpackers. Normally we meet at Sam's bar over
a drink before dinner.
We collect your passports ready for processing the Chinese visa tomorrow, and discuss how to
acclimatize for Lhasa.
Day 2 - Kathmandu
Today we’ll explore the sights of Kathmandu and the valley (opens in a new window) with a
good local guide. Many trekkers are already familiar with Kathmandu so we match the
sightseeing itinerary to what people haven't seen before.
Day 3 - Kathmandu
You have a free day and this is a good time to sort out any equipment that you need.
We visit Sera Monastery or Depung Monastery, both are the best preserved monasteries in Tibet.
Within their white-washed walls and golden roofs, several hundred monks live and study.
Norbulingka is the summer palace of the Dalai Lama, a quiet place of gardens and a pleasant
house with impressive murals of Tibetan history and beliefs.
The Jokhang (temple) is the most sacred shrine in Tibet and on public days there is a procession
of devout Tibetans through the complex. This is the real Tibet as it was and is usually a highlight
of the trip. Surrounding the Jokhang is the Barkor - a maze of narrow cobbled streets which is
the central market of Lhasa and since our hotel is close to this you can wander around any time.
The Potala is the icon of Tibet, with its eighth wonder architecture, and dominates the city of
Lhasa. A spectacular building, it contains the private quarters of the Dalai Lama as well as
numerous grand state rooms and many important chapels. There has been a palace on this site
since the 5th or 6th century, but the present palace was constructed in the 17th century.
It is also extremely busy. Once past the ticket office and thru the main courtyard, from that point
you might only be allowed one hour for the interior, you guide will explain the latest rules. You
do have plenty of time prior to the point, however.
During the 1921 expedition a madman attacked their camp stoves here.
Rounding the corner, first Lhakpa Ri Base Camp comes into view, then eventually Everest ABC
(The old "Camp 3"), and this last section is always tough.
Day 24 - depart
Farewell. We take you to the airport for your flight home. We hope you had a fantastic trip, the
journey of a lifetime.
You are welcome to arrive earlier / stay longer in Kathmandu and we can assist with hotels,
tours, showing you around etc.