Trip Overview

Outline Tour itinerary:

Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu (1,350m.) airport, meet our staff and transfer to Hotel.
Day 02: Pashupatinath Temple Darshan and city sightseeing tour to Boudhnath Stupa in the morning.
Day 03: Fly to Gonggar Airport and drive to Lhasa (3,650m.).
Day 04: An entire day in Lhasa for sightseeing and acclimatization.
Day 05: Drive to Shigatse (3,800m.).
Day 06: Drive to Saga (4,640m.).
Day 07: Drive to the holy lake of Manasarovar (4,560m.).
Day 08: Take a spiritual dip followed by religious Havan and puja conducted on the banks of Lake Mansarovar.
Day 09: Drive to Yamdwar and trek to Dirapuk (4,920m.).
Day 10: Cross over the Dolma La Pass 5,600m. trek to Zhuthulpuk 4,780m., en-route darshan of Gauri Kunda.
Day 11: Conclude Kailash Kora and drive to Saga via Manasarovar Lake.
Day 12: Drive to Kyirong Bazar (2,700m.).
Day 13: Drive to Nepal border at Timure and exit via Syabrubesi (1,462m.) to Kathmandu.
Day 14: Last minute, transfer to airport for your onward journey.

Details Itinerary:
Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu (1,350m.) airport, meet our staff and transfer to Hotel.
Arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport. Be received by our staff that will help in assisting you to get transferred to the hotel. Overnight stay at a hotel in Kathmandu.
Accommodation: Hotel Thamel or Similar.

Day 02: Pashupatinath Darshan and city sightseeing tour to Bodhnath Stupa in the morning.
After breakfast, city sightseeing tour to Pashupatinath and Bodhnath Stupa. Overnight stay at a hotel in Kathmandu.
Accommodation: Hotel Thamel or Similar.

Day 03: Fly to Gonggar Airport and drive to Lhasa (3,600m.).
Take an early morning flight from Kathmandu to Lhasa, which will take approximately 90 minutes of flight time. Arrive at the Gonggar airport. Be received by our staff that will assist you in getting transferred to Lhasa (3,650m.) by surface. The whole day is kept for acclimatizing. Overnight stay at a hotel in Lhasa.
Accommodation: Overnight stay at a hotel in Lhasa.

Day 04: An entire day in Lhasa for sightseeing and acclimatization.
The whole day is kept for sightseeing in Lhasa. Visit Norbulinka Palace, the historic summer palace of Dalai Lama, where government issues and religious activities would be addressed. The following afternoon is spent touring the Jokhang Temple, the fundamental pilgrimage destination of Tibetan pilgrims. It is considered to be one of Tibet’s holiest shrines. In the evening, we take a stroll to Barkhor Bazar, a hive of bazar activity and an astonishing pilgrim jamboree that gives a delightful introduction to Tibet. We visit one of the major monasteries namely, Sera Monastery. The rest of the day is left for relaxation. Overnight stay at a hotel in Lhasa.

Day 05: Drive to Shigatse (3,800m.).
After breakfast, we will drive to Shigatse city and visit the Tashilhunpo monastery, the seat of revered monk, Panchen Lama, second in importance to Dalai Lama. The rest of the day is to enjoy the flea market.

Day 06: Drive to Saga (4,640m.).
We leave Shigatse the following morning and drive to Saga, which is situated along the banks of Brahmaputra. Prepare yourself for breathtaking and astounding views of Tibet. Overnight stay at a hotel in Saga.
Accommodation: Overnight stay at a hotel in Saga.

Day 07: Drive to the holy lake of Manasarovar (4,560m.).
Drive to Manasarovar and experience an energizing and virtual dip, containing special healing properties in the freshwater lake that will revitalize your senses. Feast your eyes with awe-inspiring vistas of the turquoise lake and surround yourself with the epitome of serenity.

Day 08: Take a spiritual dip followed by religious Havan and puja conducted on the banks of Lake Mansarovar.
A spiritual day for meditation on the shores of the lake, we will stay at Lake Manasarovar for Puja and Havan. Later, in the evening drive to Darchen.

Day 09: Drive to Yamdwar and trek to Dirapuk (4,920m.).
Drive to the starting point of the trek, Yamadwar and then, trek to Dirapuk. En-route, observe the magnificent scenes of Kailash, facing west with backdrops of yak caravans and soothing landscapes with sights of fabled monasteries.

Day 10: Cross over the Dolma La Pass (5,600m.) and trek to Zhuthulpuk (4,780m.), en-route darshan of Gauri Kunda.
Trek to Zhuthulpuk with the mighty presence of enchanting Kailash and sublime your senses with the immense beauty of its grandeur.

Day 11: Conclude Kailash Kora and drive to Saga via Lake Manasarovar.
Today, we end Kailash Kora and drive back to Saga.

Day 12: Drive to Kyirong Bazar (2,700m.-6-7 hrs).
Overnight at Kyirong.
Accommodation: Hotel in Kyrong.

Day 13: Drive to Nepal border at Timure and exit via Syabrubesi (1,462m.) to Kathmandu (162 km/9-10 hrs ).
Overnight at Kathmandu
Accommodation: Hotel Thamel or similar.

Day 14: Last minute, transfer to airport for your final departure to back home.

Cost Includes

  • All land transportation by Car, Van, Hiace or, tourist Bus (Airport/Hotel/Airport, tour pick up and drop).
  • 3 Nights Twin Sharing Accommodation at Hotel Thamel in bed and breakfast basis.
  • Sightseeing Tours with monumental entrance fees. (only for pilgrimage)
  • Kathmandu/Lhasa air fare by Sichuan Airlines or Air China.
  • During Yatra, Twin sharing accommodation in Lhasa, Shigatse, Saga and Kyirong.
  • Best available accommodation at Saga, Lake Manasarovar, Darchen and during Kailash Kora.
  • Full Board basis vegetarian 3 meals (B/L/D) set up by our Fixed Kitchen or in Lodge.
  • Daily 2 liters Bottled Mineral Water.
  • English Speaking Tibetan Guide.
  • One team Leader travelling with the group from Cultural Treks and Expedition.
  • All Tibet entry Permits.
  • Tibet/China Visa fee.
  • Complimentary Duffel Bag.
  • Complimentary Shoulder bag.
  • Dawn Jacket on returnable basis.
  • First aid-kit box, Medical Oxygen, Pulse Oxymetre and Gamow bag.

Cost Excludes

  • Personal transportation except above programs.
  • Major meals: Lunch and Dinner during your stay in Kathmandu.
  • Evacuation Cost in the event of emergency.
  • Cost of Hiring Horse/Pony/Porter during the 3 days Kailash Parikarma.
  • Expenses of Personal Nature.
  • Air fare: To and from your country.
  • Nepal entry, re-entry visa fees & international airport departure taxes.
  • Personal travel insurance.
  • Tips for tour crews. (Min. USD 100 each crews as a group sharing basis)

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