Kailash Mansarovar Yatra Via Lhasa
15 DAY
Nepal/Tibet
Moderate to Strenuous
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Private Vehicle / Aeroplane
Kailash Mansarovar Yatra via Lhasa covers major cultural sites of Lhasa, Gyantse, Shigatse and pilgrimage site Kailash Mansarovar. The major tour highlights of this tour around Lhasa are Potala Palace, Sera Monastery, Norbulingka Palace, Jokhang Temple, Tibetan traditional Barkhor Squire, Tashilampo Monastery in Shigatse and most sacred Lake Yamdok on the way driving in Gyantse to Shigatse. Our further drive continues various cultural richest Tibetan towns to reach the Kailash region.
Our trip starts with a spectacular Mountain View flight from Kathmandu to Lhasa and overnight for 3 days in the beautiful city of Lhasa. Guided tour and acclimatization in Lhasa for 3 days will be more helpful for your entire trip to adjust your body at high altitudes. After a cultural trip in central Tibet- Lhasa, we further drive to Lake Mansarovar and Mount Kailash which lies in the Ngari region of Tibet. We explore holy Lake Mansarovar and make three days Kailash Parvat Kora/ Parikrama with walking or by a horse. The whole tour of Lhasa Kailash Tour is driving on the well-paved road except three days of Kailash kora.
Day 01 Arrive in Kathmandu (1300 m). Overnight at Hotel
Welcome at the Tribhuvan International Airport Kathmandu. Our representative will greet you and escort you to the hotel for check-in and stay overnight.
Day 02 Kathmandu valley sightseeing and trip preparation. Overnight at Hotel
After breakfast, we start by sightseeing of major heritage sites of Kathmandu valley including Pashupatinath, Swoyambhunath Stupa and Jal Narayan. Back to the hotel and stay at the trip briefing. You will get some free time for shopping and packing for your trip. Stay overnight at a Hotel.
Day 03 Fly Kathmandu – Lhasa Transfer to the airport for your flight to Lhasa. Overnight at Hotel
On your arrival to Lhasa, a cultural city of Tibet, we will meet you at the airport and transfer you to the hotel. Taking it to slow the rest of today, you can adjust to the altitude easier and quicker. You are recommended to drink plenty of water and get plenty of sleep for making an adjustment to the long journey ahead.
Day 04 Sightseeing in Lhasa. Overnight at Hotel
Today we visit Lhasa including Potala Palace which is the oldest palace of Dalai Lama, the first Buddist's temple of the Tibet; Norbulingka Palace and Drepung Monastery. Stay Overnight at Hotel at Lhasa, Tibet.
Day 05 Drive Lhasa - Shigatse (3900). Overnight at Hotel
Further, our way lies in the capital of a province of Tsang - Shigatse - residence Panchen Lama - the second ecclesiastic of Tibet. Early in the morning excursion in a monastery of Tashilhunpo (it is based on 1447), visiting a temple of the Buddha of the future - Maytreya and also other temples of a monastery. Night in hotel.
Day 06 Drive Shigatse - Saga- /4450m 250 Km. Overnight at Hotel
the journey today brings you over two high of more than 5000 mitre passes with fine views. Driving day over the sandy and rocky land of Tibet, other things like lake, nomads chasing thousands of yaks and sheep keep you busy. By the late afternoon, you will cross Bhramha Purtra Riverway to typical Chinese and Tibetan town, Saga for the night.
Day 07 Drive to Manasarover via Paryang (4558m) 277km 8 hours, Overnight at Guest House
The day starts with full of excitement, by the late afternoon you can have the first sight of Holy Kailash Parbat and Manasarovara. Hore, a small village nearby Lake Manasarovar, we will spend a night there.
Day 08 Exploration of Lake Manasarovar and drive to Tarchen (14975ft) 40km. Overnight at Guest House
Manasarovar is the lake of compassion, tranquillity and bliss. After completing the memorable morning Bath and Puja we will be heading towards Tarchen. It is considered as a base camp for the Holy Kailash Parikrama.
Day 09 Kailash Parikrama. Drive to Valley of the God and trek to Derapuk/4909m. Overnight at Guest house
It is one of the exciting days walking along the beautiful rocky cliffs; waterfalls with some clouds in the clear blue sky make you feeling that Great God Shiva is everywhere with tons of blessing to you. Time to time the face of Kailash Parbat will keep on appearing. For 15 km trail it takes almost 6 hrs.
Day 10 Trek to Juthulpuk by crossing Dolma La pass (5613m). Overnight at Guest house
Hardest but Holiest day of your pilgrimage Yatra with Dolma-La (pass) of 18600ft between two valleys. Yamasthal should be crossed to reach the Shiva-sthal while your steps go closer to the pass. Once you reach the top, just do the holiest offering and sit down for meditation to forget yourself. Once your steps go down, Parvati-stal and Gauri Kunda are on the way. By the late afternoon, you will arrive Zuthal Puk (the cave of Miracles. The great ascetic Milerappa is supposed to have performed miracles here).
Day 11 Finish Kailash Parikrama and drive back to Saga. Overnight at Guest house
After walking 3 hours, all the driving crew will be waiting your arrival. By the late afternoon you will be at your lodge in Saga.
Day 12 Drive back to Shigatse. Overnight at Hotel
Easy day onward today. We take easy driving back to Shigatse town which is second biggest town of Tibet. You can make late afternoon walking tour.
Day 13 Drive to Lhasa. Overnight at Hotel
Continue drive to Lhasa city and transfer to Hotel. Prepare your bag for flight back to Kathmandu tomorrow.
Day 14 Fly back to Kathmandu and transfer to Hotel
Early in the morning drive to Gonggar Airport from Lhasa. It is 90 km and takes 2 hours. Reach Kathmandu and transfer to Hotel. Rest
Altitude: 3000m
Day 15 Final Departure to Home or further program in Nepal
We drops you to the International airport for your final departure. Or continue for your further trip in Nepal.
- All arrival & departure arrangement
- Twin Sharing accommodation at Star category Hotel in Kathmandu
- Twin sharing accomodation in Lhasa, Shigaste, Lhatse
- Veg foods (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) in entire trip
- Group Sharing Guest House in Kailash Region from Saga
- One half-day sightseeing tour of Kathmandu valley
- Flight Ticket of Kathmandu - Lhasa - Kathmadnu
- All Entrance fees
- Transportation in Kathmandu by private vehicle
- All transportations by Van / Bus in Tibet/ Kailash
- Applicable entrance fees to visit Monasteries
- Normal Tibet Entry Visa fee
- Special Kailash Parikrama Permit
- One down Jacket to each pilgrim on returnable basis plus Certificate on successful completion of Holy Yatra which retains nostalgic memories even years after undertaking this once-in-a-lifetime pilgrimage tour.
- Oxygen cylinder
- Emergency Rescue Management
- Yak to Carry your goods during Kailash Parikrama
- Emergency evacuations/Rescue expenses, if required.
- Expenses of personal nature
- personal horse and Helper during Kailash round/ parikrama
- Travel & Medical Insurance Permissions and other official formalities
Recommendations for Yatra
The Touch Kailash Team will be providing a Duffel Bag, a 25l Backpack, and a Down Jacket (on a refundable basis), upon your arrival in Kathmandu.
Documents:
Carry a small waist pouch or document bag to organize essential documents:
- Passport with photocopies.
- Photographs.
- Identity card.
- Diary for addresses and contacts.
- Ball pens with spare refills.
- Maps/Charts/Books.
- Travel cheques, credit cards & currency.
- Airline/Railway tickets/vouchers.
- Any other personal documents.
Common Items:
- Big bag for equipment
- Small light trek bag
- Water bottle/Thermos flask (1 liter)
Clothing:
- Enough clothing for the entire journey, including trek suits, leisure wear, jogging trousers, T-shirts, polar fleece, shirts, salwar kameez, etc.
- Wool socks, thick tights, wool monkey cap, scarves, warm light gloves
- Wool/thermal long underwear
- Rainwear (umbrella or raincoat)
Footwear:
- Sports comfortable shoes/trainers (Nike, Adidas, etc.) with a spare pair
- A pair of light slippers
Toiletries:
- Toiletries kit (soap, shampoo, toothbrush, toilet rolls, towels, etc.)
- Sunscreen lotion/cream
- Facial tissues, wet wipes
Camping Items:
- Torch/candle/matchbox/lighter/batteries
- Knife
- Plastic mug
- Dusk masks/face masks
Personal & General Items:
- Regular medicines
- Dark sunglasses
- Favorite food for energy (nuts, biscuits, powdered juice)
- Kapoor/Vicks/Inhaler, etc.
- Binoculars/Camera/extra batteries
- Milk powder for tea
First Aid Kit:
- Typical backpacking kit for minor injuries
- Diamox/Aspirin/painkillers
- Lip balm/Mustard oil/Vaseline
- Plasters
- TCP, salt, mint, Vicks for sore throats
- The Currency for Nepal is Nepalese Rupee, while there are options to exchange at the airport, you may find better exchange rates at the numerous exchange centers in the Thamel Market.
- The Currency used in Tibet is the Chinese Yuan, US Dollars or other currencies are not accepted.
- While US Dollars and major currencies, including Indian Rupees, are accepted in Nepal, this is not the case in Tibet. If you intend to convert your money to Chinese Yuan, you can do so either at international airports or in Kathmandu.
This journey encompasses urban, rural, and remote areas in Nepal and Tibet, resulting in varying accommodations and amenities. Whether it's five-star hotels and guest houses or camping in the breathtaking Himalayan regions under the care of our staff, you can be confident that we will consistently offer the best possible facilities in every instance.
All Travelers must ensure that their passport is valid for a minimum of 6 months from the date of tour completion.
- Indian Passport Holders do not require a visa to enter Nepal.
- All foreign Passport Holders can get their 30 days multiple entry visa to Nepal at the Kathmandu Airport, or online from the Nepal Immigration Website.
- All Visas and Permits along with other needful documents for Tibet will be arranged by Touch Kailash Team.