15 Days Mount Kailash and Lake Monasarovar Group Tour

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As one of the most renowned mountain in the world, Mount Kailash has been and will always been the Pilgrimage of the whole Buddhism believers in the world. Its significant cultural and religious carriers as "the center of the world" and the habitat of all the great gods in Buddhism have attracted hundreds of thousands of travelers all over the world come to explore it and to bow over the holiness and grand of this magnificent mountain. But besides this, the Natural sightseeing, the unique Pyramid-shaped crest, the turquoise-like lakes, breath-taking views and glaciers along the road as well as the pious pilgrims contribute the most unique and sincere experience that you will have to learn about Tibet Nature, Culture and People.

Minimum number of people for the trip : 3 person

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Day wise Itinerary

• Day 1 : Arrive in Lhasa (alt. 3600m)

  Accommodation: 3 star hotel.Accommodation: Yak Hotel 3 star or similar
  Welcome to the roof of the world! Our guide will pick you up at the Airport/ Train station and help you settle down at the hotel, if you arrive early, you could rest a bit, or seek out holy city – Lhasa yourself! Lots of water and plenty of sleep would help you adapt to the altitude of Tibet.

• Day 2 : Lhasa Escorted City Tour-1

  Accommodation:Yak Hotel, 3 Star
  
  This morning you'll wind your way up through the stunning, awe-inspiring Potala Palace, Which was built in 637 AD by Songtsen Gampo, it was the former winter residence for the Dalai Lamas and is truly a splendor of Eastern architecture. Next, visit the Jokhang Temple, the center of Tibetan Buddhism, also built in the 7th century on the legendary pond of "Wothang." Later after lunch, witness the famous debate sessions by the monks at Sera Monastery. And finish the day by taking a Kora around the Barkhor. Test your bartering skills with the locals in this push-and-shove economy.

  • Meals & Drinks : Breakfast

• Day 3 : Lhasa Escorted City Tour-2

  Accommodation:Yak Hotel, 3 Star
  
  This morning you'll be guided to Drepung Monastery for the whole morning. And then after lunch time drive to Sera Monastery where you can see the stunning and breath-taking monks debating after 3:00 pm. Of course you will be shown to different shrines to see the statues, hear the different stories, and see the different monks working there, especially pay attention to the champel where there is a Lhasa protection Buddha called Horse-Head Buddha.

  • Meals & Drinks : Breakfast

• Day 4 : Drive to Shigatse via Gyantse

  Accommodation: Shigatse Monasarovar Hotel, 3 Star
  
  In the morning you'll start the drive to Shigatse, via Gyantse on the Southern Friendship Highway. Crossing over the summit of Kamba La (4794 m), you'll see the tranquil turquoise waters of Lake Yamdrok below; one of the three holiest lakes in Tibet. Far in the distance you'll spot the towering massif Mt. Nojin Kangtsang (7191 m), and the staggering Karo-la Glacier (5045 m). Afterwards, you'll drive to Shigatse, and overnight there.

  • Meals & Drinks : Breakfast

• Day 5 : Shigatse - Mt. Everest

  Accommodation: tent or guesthouse
  Today's activity: Skyline train depart at 9:00am 280km 3hrs ,Tashilumpo monastery
  In this morning, we will first visit Tashilunpo Monastery, and then driving directly to Everest base camp and overnight there . Tips: Today the driving time is a bit longer, estimated at least 8 hours. But generally speaking, the route itself Is very smooth and comfortable, thus no need to be occupied by Acute Mountain Sickness.;

  • Meals & Drinks : Breakfast

• Day 6 : Mt. Everest Base Camp - Saga

  Accommodation:budget guesthouse
  Wake up below the stunning north face of Mt. Everest, (8848) the tallest mountain on earth. After breakfast, drive the remaining 8 km to visit Everest Base Camp. Then, drive forward to Saga via Old Tringri, and be wrapped in the endless vistas of the Tibetan plateau.

  • Meals & Drinks : Breakfast

• Day 7 : Saga - Lake Monasaravar

  Accommodation:tent or guesthouse
  Zhongba is 145 km away from Saga. The road is good and the trip can be completed within 2-3 hrs. There is also a small monastery at the western end of town on a hill. From Zhongba onwards the southern road deteriorates. This section of the road has panoramic views of mountains on either side of the road. From Paryang to Lake Manasorovar, There will be several river crossings and we drive past Mayum la pass (5200 M). The scenery is stunning beautiful with panoramic views of the Himalaya

  • Meals & Drinks : Breakfast

• Day 8 : Lake Monasaravar - Mount Kailash

  Accommodation:tent or guesthouse
  About 60 kms north of Lake Manasorovar is Darchen, the main gateway and the village. The monastery at Darchen, Darchen Gon, is a part of the Drukpa sect. The two-story monastery structure in the center of the town serves as a trading post and shelter for pilgrims. Within the dukhang assembly hall are new and old thangka paintings and some statues, the main image is Sakyamuni. West of the gompa is the Mani Lhakhang that has a large, new mani prayer wheel. This is the site where the original old flagpole (a darchen is a flagpole for prayer flags) of Darchen was located. When beginning their kora pilgrimage around Kailash, many pilgrims often circumambulate the Darchen Gon monastery and the Mani Lhakhang before setting out. We organize yaks or ponies for the Kailash circuit trek at Darchen.

  • Meals & Drinks : Breakfast

• Day 9 : Kailash Circuit Trek / Diraphuk 6+ Hours Walking/trekking

  Accommodation:tent or guesthouse
  This Kailash circuit covers 53 kms and can be done in 3 days. We head west in clockwise direction and after a few kilometers the trail climbs up to a cairn at 4730 m from where the southern face of Mt. Kailash comes to view.

  • Meals & Drinks : Breakfast

• Day 10 : Diraphuk / Zutrulphuk, 6+ Hours Walking/trekking

  Accommodation:budget guesthouse
  Today we cross Drolma la pass (5630 M) and Gauri Kund Lake (5608 m) where Hindus worship and immerse themselves in the icy waters of the lake.

  • Meals & Drinks : Breakfast

• Day 11 : Zutrulphuk Trek to Darchen / Drive to Paryang

  Accommodation:budget guesthouse
  The final end of the parikrama is an easy 2-3 hrs walk down to where the river emerges on to the Barga plain. We complete the 3 day circuit trek of Mt. Kailash and head back to Paryang and overnight there.

  • Meals & Drinks : Breakfast

• Day 12 : Paryang - Saga

  Accommodation:budget guesthouse
  Today we will heading from Paryang directly to Saga city. Upon arrival, free time at your disposal.

  • Meals & Drinks : Breakfast

• Day 13 : Saga - Geelong - Lhatze

  Accommodation:budget guesthouse
  Today’s morning,we will drive from Saga to Geelong border and our guide will help you go through the formalities of China Customs and apply for your Nepali visa, then you need to cross the border to Nepali side by yourself.
  Post Tour: On Day 12 Drive back to Lhatze
  
  
  NOTE: For those who expected to leave for other places from Lhasa, today the vehicle would continue drive back to Lhatse, thus we recommend you try to see the border town Zhangmu yourself a bit, it's a mixture of Tibet, Indian, and Nepal culture, various artcrafts and food could certainly attracts you.

  • Meals & Drinks : Breakfast

• Day 14 : Lhatse - Lhasa

  Accommodation:3 Star Hotel in Lhasa
  Today we will continue heading back to Lhasa city, but with a slightly different route, so, sit back, and enjoy the endless Tibet Plateau.

  • Meals & Drinks : Breakfast

• Day 15 : Lhasa Gonggar Airport

  Accommodation:-
  Today's activities: See off (Tour member Exit from Lhasa city finished today

  • Meals & Drinks : Breakfast

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Inclusions

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• Sightseeing

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Price & Rates

* Mentioned prices may vary depending upon date of travel, hotel availability, surge pricing and seasonal rush.

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Payment Terms & Methods :
* Some Advance Percentage of total booking amount
* Airfare/Transport fare to be paid full at one time in advance.

Cancellation & Refund Policy :
* Upon cancellation, refund will be made after deducting the Retention Amount.
* Retention Amount varies as per the number of days left before your package start date.

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