Lhasa Mount Kailash Tour - 18 days
Highlight
● Scenic flight to Lhasa.
● Explore Potala Palace built in 637 AD.
● Visit Ramoche Monastery, Jokhang Monastery & Sera Monastery.
● Explore the summer palace of Dalai Lama, Norbulingka.
● Cross high passes like Kamba La & Karo La Pass.
● Take a holy bath in turquoise Mansarovar Lake.
● Circulbulate Kailash Parbat.
● Leave your one belonging at Yamasthal so that the master of death, Yamraj can recognize you and allow you to re-born after death.
● Witness stunning views of Himalayan mountains.
Lhasa Mount Kailash Tour is an adventurous journey that will take you to both western Tibet (Mt. Kailash & Mansarovar) and Central Tibet (Lhasa, Shigatse & Gyantse). Lhasa to Kailash Mansarovar Tour is one of the most significant religious tours for Hindu and Buddhist pilgrims. Along with that numerous tourists around the globe also visit this place to see the tempting beauty of the region, breath-taking views of snow-capped Himalayan mountains, stunning turquoise lakes, rich Tibetan culture, and prestigious heritage sites. The remoteness of this part of the world is decorated with Mt. Kailash, Mansarovar Lake, and tales behind them.
It is believed that circumambulating Mount Kailash on foot will carry great luck and prosperity in life. The circumambulation is always made in clockwise as per Hindus and Buddhists, however, Jain and BonPo followers circumambulate in a counterclockwise direction. Tibet Lhasa Kailash Tour is a once in a lifetime journey. The toughest part of the Lhasa Mount Kailash Tour is the Kora (circumambulation) of the hole lake Mansarovar and Mt. Kailash. This place is known as the home of Lord Shiva and his wife Parvati.
We, Peak Explorer has designed our Lhasa Mount Kailash Tour itinerary to let you experience the divine ambiance that flows in the air here to satisfy your spiritual quest. Along with that, you will explore artistic monasteries, hundreds of years old monuments, beautiful gardens, palaces, and several art & artifacts. Every year hundreds and thousands of people go on Lhasa to Mt. Kailash and Mansarovar Tour. You can be also part of this thrilling journey, contact us anytime for further information.
Culture & Ethnic Diversity
Tibetans are the main ethnic group of people residing here. Most of them follow Tibetan Buddhism, where some follow indigenous Bon religion and minorities are Muslim. They have their own ancient art, culture, tradition, values, ethics, cuisine, and architecture. Losar, Shoton, Linka, and the Bathing Festival are the major festivals. You will find many monasteries, temples, and dzongs during the journey that will show you the cultural richness of the area.
Natural Aptitude
You will get to see a wide range of vegetation during Lhasa Mount Kailash Tour. You will see sparsely dense forests, rivers, and hills in the lower region, whereas the elevation gets higher, you will find yourself surrounded by alpine vegetation and snow-capped mountains as well as glacial lakes. Likewise, you will see many range of animals and birds.
Lhasa Mount Kailash Tour difficulty
Most part of the tour is easy as you will be driving from one place to another. However, during the kora and walking up to the Dolma-La Pass will be the toughest part of the journey. Anyone can do this trek, moreover many elderly people visit this place to do korra and get the blessing of Shiva and Parvati.
Altitude Sickness and Prevention
There is no risk of altitude sickness during the Lhasa Mount Kailash Tour. Even though you will be crossing high passes over 5,000 meters, you will stay overnight in low altitude always that will protect you from the high altitude sickness.
Transportation and Bag Pack
Lhasa Mount Kailash Tour 18 days begins with a scenic flight from Kathmandu to Lhasa. From here, you will drive all the way up to Mansarovar. Kailash Parbat Tour is like any other cultural tour where you do not have to carry things that you usually take on treks. You can pack your clothes as per your itinerary. Include your essentials, toiletries, and medical kits.
Food and Accommodation during Lhasa Mount Kailash Tour
During your Mount Kailash Tour, you will stay overnight in the guesthouse/lodge. The room will be pretty nice and cozy in the towns with private washrooms. For food, you will find a wide range of Tibetan, Chinese, Continental, Indian food almost everywhere in the main town. Likewise, on the way, you can find snacks, bars, cold drinks, etc.
Best time to go on Lhasa Mount Kailash Tour
The best time to go on Lhasa Kailash Tour is during the Saga Dawa festival. This festival celebrates the birth, enlightenment, and death of Buddha Sakyamuni. You will find more Indian tourists during this time. Besides this, you can travel to Mount Kailash in the shoulder season. April to October is the tourist season in Tibet and July and August are the peak time of the year.
Lhasa Mount Kailash Tour cost
Lhasa Kailash Tour cost depends on various factors like several days, accommodation, time of the year you are traveling, and facilities you are hoping to get during the journey. The tour cost is designed including all the above things with permits and expenses of guides. However, the tour cost does not include things like tips, personal expenses, and shopping. You can get in touch with us to know more about the tour cost.
Miscellaneous
● Collect adequate information on the weather and temperature.
● Get yourself a good guide book.
● Pack light.
● Maintain body hydration, you don't want to get sick and lazy.
● Walk slow.
● Carry hand cash.
● Do not get obsessed over network and internet.
Day 01-04: Kathmandu (1,300 m) arrival
You will arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport. One of our team representatives will welcome you at the airport, and take you to the hotel. In the evening you will explore the bustling streets of Thamel, and end your day with delicious welcome dinner.
Day 05: Fly to Lhasa from Kathmandu
After a quick breakfast, you will go to the airport and fly to Lhasa. At Lhasa airport, one of our team delegates will pick you and move you to the hotel. The rest of the day is free for you to relax and explore around on your own.
Day 05/06: Lhasa sightseeing
It is a sightseeing day in Lhasa. You will visit the famous Potala Palace built in 637 AD by King Songtsen Gampo. It is the former home of the Dalai Lama on top of a single hill. From here, you will visit Ramoche Monastery and then to Norbulingka. Norbulingka is the summer palace of Dalai Lama. It is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the largest man-made garden in Tibet.
The next day, you will drive 5 km north of Lhasa to visit the most beautiful monastery of Lhasa, Sera Monastery. Back in time, this monastery used to be a shelter for more than 5,000 monks. Further, you will visit Jokhang Monastery. Here, you will see the golden relic of Sakyamuni Buddha, gifted by Chinese Princess Wen Cheng on the occasion of her wedding to the Tibetan King Songtsen Gampo. Later, in the day, you will explore Barkhor Market and end your day doing shopping.
Day 07: Lhasa to Gyantse (3,900 m)
Today, you will drive to Gyantse. Crossing two high passes Kamba La (4,794 m) and Karo La Pass (5,010 m), you will reach Gyantse. On the way, you will also come across Yamdrok Tso, a beautiful turquoise lake.
Day 08: Gyantse to Shigatse (3,800 m)
You will begin your day with a visit to Gyantse stupa. After that, you will continue driving towards Shigatse. Upon reaching Shigatse, you will refresh and visit the famous Tashilumpo monastery, the seat of the Panchen Lama.
Day 09: Shigatse to Lhatse or Tingri (4,350 m/4,000m)
After breakfast, you will drive towards Tingri or Lhatse. Today also you will cross two passes from where you can see great landscape views. You will reach Lhatse, where you will take a lunch break. If you don't want to stay here, you will continue driving and reach Tingri for a night stay.
Day 10: Saga (4,450 m) or Dongba: (Labug-La 5,050 m, Peku-tso and Saga, 245 km)
Today is going to be a long driving day. The path will be sandy and rocky. During the river, you will get to see lovely lakes, and several yaks & sheep. Crossing Brahmaputra River, and reach Saga, a beautiful Tibetan town.
Day 11: Mansarovar (4,558 m)
After a quick breakfast, you will begin your journey towards Mansarovar following rivers and pastures. You will see several snow-covered mountains, rocky peaks, and sand dunes on the way. By the late afternoon, you will reach Mansarovar and have the first glimpse of Holy Kailash Parbat (4,558 m). Mansarovar is one of the holiest lakes for Hindus and home to hundreds of fishes. Around it, you will see Mt. Gurula-Mandata, Kailash Parbat, and Lake Rashekshi.
Day 12: Puja and drive to Tarchen (14,975ft)
You will wake up early in the morning and do puja. The lake has huge religious significance and known for its compassion, tranquility & bliss. After taking a holy bath in the lake, you will head towards Tarchen, the base camp of Kailash Parikrama.
Day 13: Hardest but Holiest day of your pilgrimage Yatra with Dolma-La Pass (18,600 ft) between two valleys
The most awaited day of the trip. Today is going to be the toughest yet the most memorable day of your journey. You will reach Yamasthal, where pilgrims leave back their old clothes or a drop of blood so that Yamraj (the master of death) can recognize the person and allow them to re-born after death. You will reach the top of the Dolma La Pass, where pilgrims and tourists hang prayer flags. From here, you will descend and pass by Parvatisthal and Gauri Kunda. The trail will take you to Zuthal Puk, known as the cave of miracles.
Day 14: End of Kailash Parikrama and drive to Manasarovar
This is the end of Kailash Parikrama. You will drive back to Manasarovar today. After breakfast, you will walk for around three hours and reach where the driving crew is waiting for you.
Day 15: Drive Manasarovar to Dongpa or Saga (460 km)
Leaving Manasarovar behind, you will drive back to Saga. The route will be the same as before.
Day 16: Drive Saga to Nylam or Zang Mu: (296 km)
After having a quick breakfast, you will begin driving towards Nylam. the drive will present you superb landscape views. Upon reaching Nylam, you will rest for the day and celebrate the success of the trip.
Day 17: Drive back to Kathmandu (150 km)
Today, you will drive back to Kathmandu. Upon reaching Kathmandu, you will move to the hotel and rest for the day. In the evening, you will do some shopping in the Thamel and end your day with a farewell dinner organized by the company.
Day 18: Transfer to the airport for your onward flight
After breakfast, one of our team members will take you to the airport for your flight back to your home or next destination
What is Include ?
● Arrival & Departure transportation.
● Guided sightseeing in Kathmandu.
● Accommodation in 3 or 4-star hotel in Kathmandu
Lhasa:
● Kathmandu to Lhasa flight.
● Airport transfer.
● Twin sharing accommodation up to Saga in a standard hotel with breakfast.
● All guided sightseeing tour and entrances.
● Land cruiser Jeep from Lhasa to Saga.
Kailash:
● Kodari – Kathmandu Transfer by Coach.
● 4500 Model Japanese Land cruiser (4 people in 1 Jeep Basis) on Tibet side.
● Support Truck.
● English Speaking Guide.
● Sharing accommodation at Guest Houses & Camping as per Itinerary.
● Trekking Staff Nepali Team Leader.
● Cooks and Sherpa.
● Full board vegetarian meals.
● Camping equipment comprising of Two-men tents/ mattresses / Dining & Kitchen Tents, Sleeping bags, Toilet Tents, Oxygen, Satellite Phone, Yaks & Yak-men for luggage during Kailash Parikrama.
● All permits and Tibet/China Visa fee
What is Exclude ?
● Travel Insurance.
● Evacuation cost.
● Yak and Porter for personal using.
● An additional charge of Serlung Gompa drive.
● Nepal re-entry visa fee (expect Indian Passport Holders).
● Water bottle.
● Tipping to drivers/porters/guides.
● Personal expenses
● Warm jacket.
● Good leather or waterproof fabric boots or shoes with good soles.
● Waterproof jacket.
● Sunglasses.
● Warm hat.
● sunhat and sunscreen.
Group Joining Trips
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Nov 23 | 4589 $ | Guaranteed | |
Nov 29 | 4589 $ | Guaranteed | |
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Mar 15 | 4589 $ | Guaranteed | |
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Group Discount
| Person | Price ( USD $) |
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5 Paxes | 4399$ |
10 Paxes | 4199$ |
Package Review
Trip Duration :
18Days
Difficulty :
Moderate
Max Altitude :
5050m
Meals :
Berakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Best Season :
Spring and Autumn
We offer group discount
| Person | Price ( USD $) |
|---|---|
5 paxes | 4399$ |
10 paxes | 4199$ |