While in Kathmandu, you’ll have time to rest and prepare for the journey ahead. This important phase includes completing official formalities, processing your Tibet visa, and attending a detailed expedition briefing where you'll be introduced to the team and expedition plan. You’ll also conduct a thorough gear check to ensure all equipment is ready, with an opportunity to purchase or rent any remaining items.

Additionally, you’ll have time for last-minute shopping for personal essentials. This preparation period is designed to make sure you are fully equipped, informed, and mentally ready for the adventure that awaits.

After staying overnight in Timure, we will then resume our journey to Kerung. Kerung is a village in the Solukhumbu District and serves as a trading route between Nepal and China. The road leading to Kerung is equally adventurous and bumpy.

After Kerung, we will then cross the border and enter Tibet, the autonomous state of China. We continuously drive uphill and finally reach Tingri. Tingri is an old settlement in Tibet that used to be an important trading point for farmers in Nepal and Tibet. The beautiful meadows, rivers with fresh water, and picturesque villages make Tingri a beautiful place to stop and acclimatize. 

From Tingri, we drive to Chinese Base Camp for Cho Oyu and stay 2 more days for acclimatization. We must allocate some good time for acclimatization as we will be gaining high altitude within a day as we drive instead of trekking.

We will be driving only to the Chinese Base Camp. After acclimatizing for two more days, we will then trek towards the Intermediate Camp. Our luggage and logistics will be carried by Yaks and Porters till the Intermediate camp. At the altitude of 5400 m, we will set up our intermediate camp with full board tented service.

After the intermediate camp, we then climb up to the Advanced base camp set up at 5700 m altitude. We will segregate the gear and equipment required for climbing and prepare for our climb to Cho Oyu summit. 

The following three and a half weeks are allocated for the climbing period of Cho Oyu (8,188m). During this course, we follow an acclimatization schedule of climbing with equipment and rest days. The summit climb requires setting up three higher camps on the upper flanks of the mountain above the base camp. 

Camp 1 is set up at 6400m which is led by the route following the moraine up the main glacier which then turns towards the east to a tributary glacier requiring the climbers to climb steeply up the scree and snow. 

The route to Camp 2 (7000 m) follows a moderate snow and ice ridge before a small ice serac out to a broad plateau. 

After Camp 2, we need to climb up on a 30-degree snow slope to reach Camp 3 at 7400 m.

On the Summit day, we head towards the Yellow Band, a short but steep wall of rock and ice, technically challenging and demanding. After traversing the Yellow Band, we move up the West Face to the summit plateau. Most climbers stop at a set of prayer flags believing that they have summited the peak but there is still a 15-minute walk across the plateau to reach a point that offers spectacular views of the Gokyo lakes of Nepal, that point is the Summit of Cho Oyu (8,188 m). 

After witnessing the extraordinary views of the mountain ranges including Mt. Everest, Ama Dablam, Nuptse, and mesmerizing Gokyo Lakes, we slowly retrace our trail to the Advanced Base Camp. The summit day requires 10-12 hours of walking on rocks, ice, and snow. 

After the summit push or an acclimatization rotation, you’ll begin your descent by trekking down to Intermediate Camp. This stage allows your body to recover at a lower altitude while maintaining a steady pace. The trail may be technical and requires careful footing, but the drop in elevation often brings a sense of relief and renewed energy.

Along the way, you’ll retrace familiar paths, passing through dramatic mountain scenery. Upon reaching Intermediate Camp, you’ll rest, rehydrate, and reflect on your progress, preparing either for further descent or the next phase of the expedition.

Enjoy a scenic drive to Tingri, a high-altitude town on the Tibetan Plateau. Surrounded by breathtaking mountain views, Tingri serves as an important acclimatization stop before continuing the expedition.

Upon arrival, you'll rest, adjust to the altitude, and prepare for the next stage of your journey toward base camp.

After completing the expedition, you’ll drive back to Kerung, retracing the route through the Tibetan highlands. This marks the beginning of your journey home.

Upon arrival, you’ll rest and complete necessary exit formalities before crossing back into Nepal. It's a time to unwind and reflect on your successful adventure.

You’ll begin the final leg of your journey with a scenic drive back to Kathmandu, descending from the Tibetan Plateau into the lush landscapes of Nepal. The drive offers a chance to relax and reflect on your expedition.

Upon arrival in Kathmandu, you’ll check into your hotel and enjoy a well-deserved rest.

Kathmandu is a beautiful city with numerous attractive destinations. There are many heritages listed in the World Heritage List as well. You can go sightseeing around Bhaktapur, Patan, Bouddhanath Stupa, Swayambhunath, Pashupatinath Temple, or even roam around in the streets of Thamel trying some exotic cuisines. You can get beautiful souvenirs in Kathmandu that you can take back home for your loved ones.

If you have not signed up for any other Add-ons Adventure packages, it’s time to bid you farewell. One of our representatives will drop you off at the airport 3 hours prior to your scheduled departure.