Lhasa to Everest and Kailash Group Tour

As you arrive in Lhasa. Our tour guide will meet you at either the train station or the airport to escort you to your hotel. Depending on your arrival time, if you have free time, you can explore Barkhor Street around the Jokhang Temple.

First, in the morning, you will visit the Jokhang temple. The temple is considered the holiest of all Buddhist temples and Monasteries in the Inner Himalayas, founded in the 7th Century by Tibetan Buddhist King Songtsen Gampo to house the Holiest statue of Lord Buddha. He brought this statue as a dowry for marrying the Chinese Princess Wenchen. There will be thousands of pilgrims Circumambulating, prostrating, and visiting the Holy Temple.

In the afternoon, you will visit the Sera Monastery. The monastery is one of the three largest in Lhasa and central Tibet. The Main disciple of Je Tsongkhapa found it. It is about 600 years old. The main highlight of the monastery visit is the Monks debating Tibetan Buddhist Philosophy. The debating courtyard is open to visitors for observation from 3 pm every weekday. It is fun to watch and photograph, but inside the courtyard, only Mobile Phone Photography is allowed.

First, in the morning, the group will visit Potala Palace. It is the most iconic building in Tibet. It has more than 1,000 rooms and towers above Lhasa city. The palace was first built in the seventh century by King Songtsen Gampo. Later, in the 17th century, the fifth Dalai Lama rebuilt his residence over the ruins of the old palace, which had served as the winter residence for successive Dalai Lamas and the Administrative center for the local Tibetan Government.

In the afternoon, the group will visit the Drepung Monastery. It is one of the three most significant monasteries in Lhasa and central Tibet. In the early 20th century, it was the world's biggest monastic complex. The circuit around the monastery offers spectacular views and takes about an hour.

Distance: 360 km, Elevation: 3840m

Today, we will depart from Lhasa in the early morning to have a better view of Yamdrok Lake and have more time at the attraction of the day. First, we will stop at Yamdrok Lake. It is one of the most sacred lakes in Tibet and the most beautiful. From the lake, you will see Mt Nojin Kangtsang (7191m) in the distance, as in the picture on the left, as you travel along the lakeshore and drive up to the impressive Karola Glacier before arriving at the town of Gyantse.

In Gyantse town, you will find the Palcho Monastery and the very famous Kumbum Stupa. It is the biggest Tibetan Buddhist Stupa in Tibet. From Gyantse, you will drive across the Tibetan Countryside to Shigatse. Shigatse is the traditional seat of the Panchen Lama, the second-highest Lama in the Gelugpa sect of Tibetan Buddhism, and also the second-largest city in traditional Tibet. In the city, you will visit the Tashi Lhunpo Monastic Complex.

Distance 448kms, Elevation: 4640m

Today, we will depart from Shigatse. We will travel 448 Kilometres from central Tibet's Village land to the wilderness of the Northern Tibetan highlands. We might get lucky to spot some wildlife in the region. The Landscape was terrific with the heavenly formation of lights. By the end of the day, you will gain about 300 Meters in elevation.

Distance 493 kms, Elevation: 5000m

This marks the beginning of your authentic experience in the Western wilderness of Tibet.

We will stop over at Manasarovar Lake, one of the three holiest lakes in Tibet. A follower of the Hindu religion believes that taking a bath in this sacred lake would wash away sins from a lifetime. It is perfect for meditating by the lakeshore. After spending some time at the lake, we will continue driving to Darchen. Darchen is the base camp for trekking around Mount Kailash. We will take a rest and prepare for tomorrow.

Distance 54 km, Max Elevation: 5630m

The three-day trek around Mt. Kailash is the highlight of the tour. We will be trekking around the holy Mount for three days. The accommodations and any facilities along the trekking route are minimal. This high-elevation trekking is rugged and steep in some areas. The group members need to stick together and support one another to make this trek.

The first day of our trek will take us 20 kilometers from Darchen around Mt. Kailash to Dira Puk Monastery. You will follow this ancient pilgrimage route with Tibetan Buddhist and Indian Hindu pilgrims. You will stay in a small guesthouse near the monastery. The elevation of Dira Puk Monastery is 5080 meters.

The second day of our trek around Kailash will take us up and over the Dolma La Pass, the highest pass on the circuit at 5630 meters. Excellent mountain and glacier views will follow you for most of the day. From the Dolma La Pass, you will descend to the Zutul Puk Monastery, located at an elevation of 4,820 meters. The total trekking distance on this day is 18 kilometers.

The third and final day of our trek will cover 14 kilometers from Zutul Puk Monastery back to the town of Darchen. After the trek, we will return for one last night along the shores of scenic Lake Manasarovar. There is a hot spring at the Manasarovar Lake. We think it is an excellent idea to soak in a mineral-rich hot spring and take a perfect rest.

Distance 450kms, Max Elevation: 4500m

Today, we will travel back along the same route to Saga.

Distance: 472Km, Elevation: 5200m

Today is another highlight of the tour. We will be Driving from Saga to Mount Everest basecamp at the Rongbuk Monastery. From the Pang-la pass, we will have a distant view of some of the world's highest peaks in the Himalayas: Makalu, Lhotse, Cho Oyu, and Mount Everest. We will take the zig-zag route to Mount Everest Base Camp. We will spend a night at the Tent Guest House, located at the foot of Everest near Rongbuk Monastery.

Distance: 350Km, Elevation: 3840m

In the morning, we will have a fantastic Sunrise view of Everest. Along the Himalayas, the first Sunbeam will light the uppermost peaks, and the sunray will gradually come down into the valleys. After taking in the stunning view of Mt. Everest, we will begin our return journey to Shigatse. We will stop at some farming villages. Upon arrival back to Shigatse, we will have enough time to explore the main market street or hike the pilgrimage path at Tashi Lhunpo Monastery again.

Distance: 280Km, Elevation: 3600m

We will travel back to Lhasa. The distance for the return journey is 280 kilometers, and It will take only 6 Hours of traveling. We will have enough time to do the last-minute souvenir shopping or walk the pilgrimage circuit around Jokhang Temple one more time.