Lhasa with Mount Kailash Tour

Mount Kailash, located in the far west of Tibet, is around 1,600 to 1,800 km away from Lhasa depending on the route you choose. The southern route and the northern route to Mount Kailash from Lhasa have differences in distance, road conditions, and on-the-way scenery, which appeal to different tourist groups.

Mount Kailash and Lhasa Tour is a pilgrimage and cultural tour within the most famous part of Tibet. The tour covers holy sites in western Tibet, Mount Kailash and Lake Mansarovar. It also covers the historical monuments in central Tibet at Lhasa, Gyantse and Shigatse. Nepal New Generation Trek  provide you best option with the best cost to reach Lhasa and Mount Kailash. We make your memorial tour.

Lies in the western part of Tibet, Mount Kailash and Lake Mansarovar hold important holy places for Hindu, Buddhist, Jain and Bon. Accept that it is also a dream destination for nature and adventure lovers. Lake Mansarovar is a freshwater holy lake at the base of Mount Kailash which is at an elevation of 4590 meters. The biggest river of Asia like Indus, Brahmaputra, Karnali and Sutlej are beginning from Kailash Mansarovar region. Thousand of peoples visit Mount Kailash and Lake Mansarovar every year in best season from May to October month. The main part of this tour is three days Kailash Parikrama, walking around Mount Kailash. This content three days hiking and one-day hiking is tough including 5600 meters high pass Dolma La.

Region
Tibet
Duration
15 days
Level
moderate
Max Altitude
5,644.m
Daily Activity
6-7 hours
Season
May to September
Starting From
$ 3625
Nepal New Generation Trek offer Lhasa with Mount Kailash Tour more then 4
Brief Introduction

This trip begins from Lhasa. You have the option to arrive Lhasa from mainland China or from Kathmandu Nepal. Three nights staying in Lhasa with visiting of main monuments help you to acclimatization your body in high altitude. Historical places like Potala Palace, Jokhang temple, Norbulinka palace, Sera monastery, Drepung monastery and Barkhor squire are a list of visiting while you are in Lhasa. Next historical cities Shigatse and Gyantse are on the way of driving in our Lhasa to Kailash MansarovarTour package. Tashilampo Monastery at Shigatse, Yamdrok Lake one the way driving and visit Gyantse Zhong. After visiting central Tibet and its historical places, we got to enter western Tibet from Saga. Driving route explore your panoramic Himalayan views with lots of decorative high passes. Typical landscape, direct touch with local peoples and their typical Tibetan cultures are fascinating in Mount Kailash and Lhasa Tour.

Highlights of the Trip

Sightseeing Tour in Lhasa, Potala Palace, Norbulinka palace, Drepung monastery, Jokhang temple, Sera monastery and Barkhor squire
Driving via well paved highway
Passing through high passes with decorative Tibetan flags
Visit other major monuments on the way driving
Panaromic mountains and beautiful lakes
Explore local Tibetan cultures and peoples
Holy Lake Mansarovar and Mount Kaiash
3 Days round of Mount Kailash by trekking or with the help of horse

Itinerary

Seeking for a real adventure? Our travel itinerary is based on years of trekking expertise, ensuring that you have a fun and safe vacation. However, like with all such risky excursions, there may be instances where we must change the schedule, possibly without much notice. While we make every attempt to stick to the timetable, we humbly ask for your patience and flexibility if unforeseen circumstances like weather or unforeseen natural events come into play. You may be sure that our knowledgeable guides will adjust as needed to make your tour as enjoyable as possible.

Schedule for each day
Days: 1: Arrive at Tribhuwan International Airport Kathmandu  
After arriving in Kathmandu, a representative from Nepal New Generation will pick us up from the airport and take us to our hotel. In the afternoon, we may take a rest or visit Nepal New Generation’s office. In the evening, there will be a welcome dinner hosted by Nepal New Generation. For dinner, you will be served authentic Nepalese cuisine which will introduce you to the country’s food culture. Overnight in Kathmandu. Included meals:Dinne
Days: 2: Obtain Chinese Visa and Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing Tour  
your sightseeing trip to the Kathmandu Valley. Get ready with your breakfast. Our representative will be in a private vehicle outside your Hotel for your day’s visit. The drive from your Hotel is towards Kathmandu Durbar Square. If you stay in Thamel’s Hotel, it will take 10-15 minutes to get to Kathmandu Durbar Square, depending on traffic conditions. Our guide will briefly explain each of the monuments and the historical significance of Kathmandu Durbar Square as you start visiting there. The drive moves towards Swayambhunath from Kathmandu Durbar Square. It is a 10-15 minute drive from Kathmandu Durbar Square to reach Sawambhunath. At Sawambhunath, travelers can appreciate the 360-degree view of Kathmandu Valley and feel the spiritual ambiance of the temple. The drive moves Boudhanath from Swayambhunath temple. It takes 25-30 minutes to get to Boudhanath stupa from Sawambhunath temple. You will find the same atmosphere and practices at Boudhanath as you saw at Sawambhunath, as both are prominent Buddhist religious sites. Visitors can participate in stupa Circumambulation by spinning prayer wheels at Boudhanath and can appreciate the view of the Stupa while having a delicious meal at the rooftop restaurant.
Days: 3:Fly from Kathmandu to Lhasa (3656m)  
Upon arrival in Lhasa you will be welcomed by your English-speaking Tibetan Guide and Tibetan Driver who will bring you to your hotel. Acclimatization to high altitude: please, drink lots of water and take plenty of rest in order to minimize altitude sickness. Overer night hotel
Days: 4:Exploration Day in Lhasa  
After breakfast at the hotel, we proceed on a sightseeing tour of Lhasa. Visit Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, and Barkhor Street. The rest of the day is free for you to indulge in other leisure activities. Overnight stay at the hotel in Lhasa.
Days: 5:Drive from Lhasa to Shigatse (3800m)  
Adventure starts: we drive West to reach the second largest city in Tibet. First we cross Kampa-la Pass [4797m] and then Karo-la Pass [5050m], where Mt. Noijin Kangsang [7206m] glacier lies near the road. In the middle, we enjoy the unreal turquoise waters of holy lake Yamdrok-Tso. Then we stop in Gyantse town, where we visit the considered best tibetan art paintings in Kumbum Stupa inside Pelkor Chode Monastery. Also from here, we admire the majestic Gyantse Dzong (fortress) overlooking the valley. Finally, we reach Shigatse before dinner. Overnight in Shigatse.
Days: 6:Drive from Shigatse to New Tingri ( 4300 m)  
The journey to New Tingri involves crossing the high pass of Gyatso La [ 5220m] and the opportunitty to view Mt. Everest and the Himalayas for the first time. Before, we visit Sakya Monastery which is is theprincipal seat of Sakyapa Sect founded in 1073 and one of four major Schools of Tibetan Buddhism. Its powerful abbots governed Tibet during the whole of the 13th century until they were eclipsed by the rise of the Gelukpa Sect. Its Mongolian architecture is different from that of temples we seen before. Overnight Tingri.
Days: 7:Drive New Tingri to Everest BC & Saga ( 4640 M)  
Drive to Everest North Base camp (Explore) early in the morning drive to Rongbuk, Everest Base camp. Place of Rongbuk & Rongbuk Monastery at an altitude of 5000meter from sea level the highest in the world is dedicated to the Guru Padma Sambhava. The monastery is a pleasant place to visit but of course the major attraction is the stunning necked hills & snow cover mountains scenery all around, and the view of the world's highest Everest mountain's north face. From here its takes half hour drive to Everest Base camp & altitude of 5200 meters. Explore here and back to Rongbuk and New Tingri, Take Lunch and drive to saga.
Days: 8:Drive from Saga to Manasarovar Lake, Overnight  
After an early morning breakfast at the guest house, we drive to Mansarovar. The drive lasts 7-8 hours and covers a total distance of 560 km of Himalayan landscape that surrounds the crystal clear Lake Mansarovar in the middle of nowhere. It is revered for its place in the Holy Scriptures, as it is sought after for its spiritual significance. On arrival in Mansarovar, we check-in at the guest house. Overnight stay here.
Days: 9:Morning spiritual rituals, Drive Darchen (4560)  
Mansarovar Lake to Darchen (4560 meters – 360 kilometers.) – Drive to Darchen, and overnight stay at guest house. Khojarnath temple, Tirthpuri excursion also can be done by interested pilgrims.
Days: 10:Drive from Darchen to Diraphuk (4890m)  
After an early breakfast, we drive to Tarboche from where Kailash Mansarovar Parikrama begins. Trek to Diraphuk, 12 km from Tarboche. The trail takes about 7 - 8 hours. On arrival, check-in at the camp for dinner and overnight stay.
Days: 11:Trek from Diraphuk to Dolma La Pass ( 5636m) and then to Zuthulphuk (4790m)  
After breakfast, we prepare for our strenuous, yet very rewarding walk to Zuthulphuk. In total, we trek about 22km, taking about 8-10 hours. This is the day every pilgrim talks about, as it is the most difficult day through out the trip. We trek up to Dolma La Pass (5600m), where we will offer some prayers, and descend to Zuthulphuk. Overnight in guest house here.
Days: 12:Trek from Zuthulphuk to end point, drive to Mansarovar to Saga  
After breakfast at the camp, begin a 3-4-hour trek to the end point of Kailash Parikrama. On arrival, board the jeep awaiting your presence and drive back to Mansarovar to Saga. On arrival in Saga, check-in at the guest house for dinner and overnight stay.
Days: 13 Drive from Dongba back to Kerung (2,900m)  
The returning journey continues as you ride back at a leisurely pace to Kerung or Nyalam from Dongba, crossing the border and enjoying the scenery along the way. On reaching Kerung, you can enjoy your free time by engaging in the activities that you prefer, such as enjoying the local delicacies and drinks, or a simple stroll around the town and resting for the night in a nearby tea house or lodge. Accommodation Tea-House Meals Breakfast-Lunch-Dinner
Days: 14 Drive from Kerung to Kathmandu 1400m.  
It is the day when you will formally leave the holy place of Kailash behind, so it is important that you complete the customary formalities, taking in all the natural scenery that the untouched part of Nepal has to offer. You will catch lunch along the way and enjoy the farewell dinner in Kathmandu upon arrival to spend the rest of the night at a comfortable three-star hotel, recalling the tour days, which can be extremely overwhelming, leaving you with deep appreciation towards life, people, nature, and maybe the mighty god himself or herself. Accommodation Three-Star-Hotel Meals Breakfast
Days: 15 Departure transfer to Kathmandu airport  
The airport representative from Nepal New Generation Family will transport you to Kathmandu International Airport around 3 hours before your scheduled flight from where you will depart. Meals: Breakfast included.
Reservation & Date
Friday
10 Jan 2025
Wednesday
31 Dec 2025
$175 Off
$3625
$3800
4 Seats
Available
Services Included
  • If you need single bed room add USD 500 extra 
  • Flight from Kathmandu to Lhasa, transportation back to Kathmandu
  • All days and nights with full board all veg. meals (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner). We provide pack lunch while we drive and during walks on Parikarma
  • All required transportations and sightseeing as per above listed trip itinerary.
  • Entry permit, Kailash Parikarma entry fee 
  • Best available Hotel / Guest house including 2 nights parikarma   
  • English and Hindi speaking Nepalese guide, English speaking Chinese guide, requires Nepalese Sherpa’s,
  • Super Luxury Bus with room for luggage, yak and yak man for carrying luggage during the Parikarma Circuit
  • First aid, maps, etc.  .
  • We provide duffle bag
  • Farewell dinner in Kathmandu
Services Excluded
  • Re- entry visa kathmandu
  • Tibet visa fee is US$:-125.00(If American and Canadian Passport Holder extra US$:-90.00)
  • Tips for guides/porters
  •  Down jackets, 
  • Personal expenses, beverage, cold drinks, phone call, etc.
  • Rescue and emergency cost, medical and hospital expenses
  • Travel insurance, personal riding horse, personal use porter, and international flight tickets.
  • A visit to Khojarnath temple
  • Riding Yak/Horse for Kailash Parikrama (direct payable to Yak/horse holder)
  • Extra night accommodation or any charges in Kathmandu, if arrive early or late in Kathmandu in case of evacuation
Frequently Asked Questions

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Now a days the holy Kailash Yatra heads out along the Tibetan Highway and arrives at Shigatse. En route, travelers get to savor the magnificence of Himalayan panorama dominated by Mt. Everest and Mt. Shishapangma, and other Trans Himalayan peaks. The highlights of Gyantse, the town lying on the highway unfolds prehistoric Gyantse Dzong and Shigatse caters incredible Buddhist culture at Tashilunpo Monastery. Continuing the ride via Lhatse and Saga, we arrive to the imaginary center of Universe, Lake Mansarovar. The next few days are challenging enough as we go for Kailash circumnavigation along the elevated trails that even includes the high pass Dolma-La 5630m. The holy dip travelers take in sacred Mansarovar Lake and the strenuous walk to circumambulate Mount Kailash are considered one of the holiest acts as per the Buddhists and Hindu myths. However, the journey is not attached to its religious significance only, the astounding high altitude landscape, the beauty of nature trail caters are simply the best and the rawest travelers get to see in any part of the world.