Mount Kailash Tour via Lhasa

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About the Destination

Mount Kailash via Lhasa: A Path to Inner and Outer Discovery.

Location

Tibet

Transport

Private

Max Elevation

5,645 m

Highest Point Reached During the Trek.

Duration

13 days

Accommodation

Hotel/Guesthouse

Typical lodges or teahouses during the trek

Best Seasons

May to September

Group

Min. 4 Pax

Difficulty

Strenuous

Start Point

Lhasa

End Point

Kathmandu

Entrance Fee

Required

A permit is required for this trek.

Food

Included

Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner are typically included

Highlights of the Mount Kailash Tour via Lhasa

Scenic flight from Kathmandu to Lhasa or entry via Mainland China
Guided sightseeing in Lhasa: Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple & Barkhor Street
Visit Gyantse, Shigatse & Sakya Monastery
Sacred Lake Manasarovar exploration
3-day Mount Kailash Kora (circumambulation)
Stunning views of Mount Kailash (6,638 m)
Tour concludes at Kerong near Nepal border
Approx. 13-day itinerary, customizable

Trip Summary

The Mount Kailash Tour via Lhasa is a spiritually enriching journey that begins in Lhasa, the capital of Tibet. It offers you the opportunity to explore the sacred Mount Kailash and Lake Manasarovar, as well as key cultural and historical sites in Tibet. The journey typically starts with a 1 hour and 10-minute Trans-Himalayan flight from Kathmandu to Gonggar Airport in Lhasa. Whether you are coming from Mainland China or Kathmandu, upon your arrival in Lhasa, your Tibetan guide will meet you at the airport and escort you to your accommodation, which is 98 km away.

During your stay in Lhasa, you’ll enjoy a two-day guided sightseeing tour of the city, visiting significant Tibetan landmarks like the Potala Palace, the former residence of the Dalai Lama, the spiritual Jokhang Temple, and the bustling Barkhor Street. After exploring Lhasa, your journey continues towards Mount Kailash and Lake Manasarovar, traveling through picturesque Tibetan towns such as Gyantse, Shigatse, and the historic Sakya Monastery.

The main highlight of the tour is the circumambulation (kora) around Mount Kailash, a deeply spiritual experience. The kora typically lasts for three days, allowing you to immerse yourself in the sacredness of the mountain. After completing the kora, the tour concludes in Kerong, a small Tibetan town. The entire tour lasts around 17 days, but it can be customized based on your available time. This route combines spiritual exploration, breathtaking natural beauty, and a deep cultural experience of Tibet, making it one of the most memorable pilgrimages in the world.

Itinerary

Day 01

Arrive in Lhasa (3,650 m) and Transfer to Hotel

Day 02

Lhasa Sightseeing – Sera Monastery, Norbulingka, Jokhang Temple & Barkhor Street

Day 03

Lhasa Sightseeing – Potala Palace & Drepung Monastery

Day 04

Drive from Lhasa to Shigatse (3,900 m) - 350 km

Day 05

Drive from Shigatse to Saga (4,450 m) – 390 km

Day 06

Drive Saga to Paryang (4,558 m) to Mansarovar (4,600 m) - 496 km

Day 07

Drive to Darchen (4,564 m) – 40 km

Day 08

First Day of Kailash Kora – Trek to Dira Puk (5,000 m)

Day 09

Second Day of Kailash Kora – Trek to Zuthulpuk (4,800 m) via Dolma La Pass (5,645 m)

Day 10

Third Day of Kailash Kora – Trek to Darchen (4,564 m) and drive to Manasarovar (4,600 m)

Day 11

Drive from Manasarovar (4,600 m) to Saga (4,450 m)

Day 12

Drive from Saga (4,450 m) to Kyirong (2,700 m)

Day 13

Drive from Kyirong (2,700 m) to Kathmandu (1,350 m)

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