Mt. Kailash Tour in Saga Dawa Festival

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Mt. Kailash Tour in Saga Dawa Festival

Trip Overview

Join our 10-day Mt. Kailash Saga Dawa Festival Tour and experience one of Tibet's most sacred Buddhist celebrations. Saga Dawa, observed on the full moon of the fourth month in the Tibetan lunar calendar, commemorates the birth, enlightenment, and parinirvana of Buddha.

Mount Kailash is revered by both Buddhists and Hindus, making it the focal point of the festival. During this special time, thousands of pilgrims gather to perform the sacred Kailash Kora (circumambulation), raise prayer flags, and take part in acts of compassion and devotion.

This spiritual journey combines the holy Kailash pilgrimage with the vibrant atmosphere of the Saga Dawa Festival. Travel through Tibet's stunning landscapes, witness ancient traditions, and immerse yourself in the rich culture and spirituality of the region for a truly unforgettable experience.

Outline Itinerary:

Day 01: Early morning drive from Kathmandu to Kyirung Border 6-7 Hrs - (3750m).
Day 02: Rest for Acclimatization in Kyirung.
Day 03: Drive to Saga (230km – 6 hours) 4400m overnight in the guest house.
Day 04: Drive to Lake Mansarovar (370km – 7 Hours) 4500m overnight in the guest house
Day 05: Attend Saga Dawa Festival at Tarboche. Overnight in the guest house
Day 06: Drive to the Valley of God and start Kailash Kora (making a Circle). Reach Dirapuk (18km – 7 Hours) 4800m. Overnight in Guest house.
Day 07: Second day of Kailash Kora, reach at Zuthulpuk (4760m) via Drolma La pass, 5634m. (19km – 9 Hours) Overnight in Guest house.
Day 08: Last day of Kailash Kora /End of Kailash Kora. Drive back to Saga (16km walk with 3 hrs and Drive to Darchen then to Saga Overnight at Guest House.
Day 09: Drive back from Saga to Kyirung Overnight at Guest House.
Day 10: Drive from Kyirung - to border and Kathmandu (7-8 hrs).

Details Tour Itinerary:

Day 01: Early morning drive from Kathmandu to Kyirung Border 6-7 Hrs - (3750m)

Early morning departure from Kathmandu.
Drive (6-7 hours) to the Nepal-Tibet (Kyirung) border.
Border crossing formalities.
Arrival and overnight stay in Kyirung.
Focus: Initial altitude acclimatization.

Day 02: Rest for Acclimatization in Kyirung

Full day dedicated to rest and acclimatization in Kyirung.
Light walking and local exploration.
Information session on altitude sickness and the trek.
Overnight stay in Kyirung.

Day 03: Drive to Saga (230km – 6 hours) 4400m overnight in the guest house

Drive (230km, 6 hours) across the Tibetan Plateau.
Scenic views and landscape exploration.
Arrival and overnight stay in Saga.
Continued acclimatization at higher altitude.

Day 04: Drive to Lake Mansarovar (370km – 7 Hours) 4500m overnight in the guest house

Drive (370km, 7 hours) to Lake Mansarovar.
Exploration of Lake Mansarovar and surrounding areas.
Overnight stay near Lake Mansarovar.

Day 05: Attend Saga Dawa Festival at Tarboche. Overnight in the guest house

Drive to Tarboche.
Participation in the Saga Dawa Festival, including the flagpole raising ceremony.
Return to the Lake Mansarovar area for overnight stay.

Day 06: Drive to the Valley of God and start Kailash Kora – Dirapuk.

Drive to Darchen (Valley of God).
Start of the Kailash Kora trek.
Trek (18km, 7 hours) to Dirapuk.
Overnight stay in Dirapuk.

Day 07: Dirapuk – Zuthulpuk 4760m)

Trek (19km, 9 hours) across the Drolma La pass (5634m).
Descent to Zuthulpuk.
Overnight stay in Zuthulpuk.

Day 8: End of Kailash Kora and drive to Saga.

Trek (16km, 3 hours) to complete the Kailash Kora.
Drive to Darchen.
Drive from Darchen to Saga.
Overnight stay in Saga.

Day 09: Saga to Kyirung (3750m)

Drive back across the Tibetan Plateau to Kyirung.
Overnight stay in Kyirung.

Day10: Drive back to Kathmandu via Kyirung (7-8 hrs)

Drive (7-8 hours) from Kerung back to Kathmandu.
Border crossing formalities.
Return to Kathmandu.

Cost Includes

Transfer by tourist or private van or tourist bus
Twin-sharing accommodation as per the itinerary on a bed and breakfast (BB) basis
Sightseeing in Tibet by an experienced Tibetan English Speaking guide
Monastery Entrance fees
Emergency Oxygen Cylinder in the Vehicle.
Tibet Travel Permit and Alien Permit

Cost Excludes

Lunch and dinner ($5 to $15 USD per meal depending on the choice of menu you choose)
Train or Airfare of any sectors
Insurance of any kind
Nepal and China Visa fees (Nepal Visa fee $30 on arrival at the airport for 15 days) (Do let us know which
passport you hold so that we can give you the exact visa fee for Tibet)
Expenses of any personal expenses such as drinks, tips, potter charge, etc.
Any trekking equipment.