Holy City Lhasa

In Lhasa, you will visit the Potala Palace, the tallest and most majestic palace in the world, enter the old city to visit the Jokhang Temple, the most sacred temple in Tibet, watch the monks of Sera Temple dance and debate scriptures, and walk into the Drepung Temple Buddha, the largest temple in Tibet. Meanwhile, We will also take you to participate in colorful folk activities.

Guge Kingdom Ruin

From the 9th to the 17th century, the Guge Kingdom, which successively had 16 hereditary kings, dominated the Ali Plateau, with its rule extending over several million square kilometers. At the height of its power, mysteriously vanished overnight, becoming an eternal enigma till now.

Mt. Kailash Kora

Mount Kailash is known as the most sacred mountain in the world and is the “center of the world” recognized by Tibetan Buddhism, Hinduism, and ancient Jainism. Every year, countless tourists and believers to come here to hike, kowtow, and make circumambulation around the mountain. Believers believe that Kailash has a mysterious magnetic power, a circle around it can eliminate the sins of a lifetime.

Manasarovar Lake

Manasarovar Lake is one of the three sacred lakes in Tibet and the source of four major rivers in Asia. It is the most sacred place in Tibetan Buddhism and Indian Buddhism, the true paradise in the universe, the Shangri-La of the gods, and the paradise of all things.

Donggar Piyang Ruins and Murals

Donggar Piyang, renowned for its Buddhist cave mural site, is the largest discovered Buddhist cave complex in Tibet even China. Comprising deteriorated temples, fortresses, caves, and pagoda forests, it features thousands of exquisitely vibrant and well-preserved Buddhist murals dating from the 7th to the 10th century.

Everest Base Camp and Everest Sunset

The ultimate destination of this journey is the Everest Base Camp, situated at an elevation of 5200 meters. Here you can witness the massive structure of the north face of Mount Everest, As the sun sets in the west, Everest transforms into a golden pyramid, casting a radiant glow. You will spend the night near the Everest Base Camp, marveling at the night sky and the Milky Way.

Medical Oxygen Tanks Equipped with the Vehicle

When traveling to higher altitudes such as Everest, we equip the vehicle with medical oxygen cylinders. If you continuously feel uncomfortable during the journey, you can use the medical oxygen provided for the entire group, ensuring a supply of oxygen for several hours.

Insurance for High-altitude Sickness Assistance

In addition to providing accidents insurance, we have specifically supplemented your coverage with high-altitude sickness. In case you experience high-altitude sickness and require emergency medical assistance during the trip, this service can be utilized to alleviate the financial burden associated with seeking medical attention in a foreign country.

Welcome to Tibet! Upon your arrival, our friendly guide and driver will warmly welcome you at the airport, presenting you with a traditional Tibetan white scarf called “Khata.” With just a one-hour drive on the expressway (70 kilometers), the driver will take you to comfortable hotel in downtown Lhasa. After checking in at the hotel, take the time to rest and acclimatize to the altitude (3,650 meters), ensuring a good and healthy start to your journey on the plateau.

showcasing the essence of Tibetan Buddhism. Monks employ exaggerated body language, engaging in dance-like discussions about Buddhist philosophy, demonstrating their knowledge in a spirited manner.

In the evening, the guide will accompany the group to a traditional Tibetan restaurant for a welcome dinner, marking the beginning of your journey in Tibet.

Today, let’s explore into the treasures of Lhasa, the Potala Palace, the former residence of the Dalai Lama and acclaimed as the world’s highest palace. The Jokhang Temple and Barkhor Street, the Center of Tibetan Faithboth, both designated UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

The Potala Palace, towering majestically over the red hills in the center of Lhasa, was once the religious and political center of Tibet. As you climb the 365 steps to the main building, you’ll explore the Dalai Lama’s former political hall, the prayer halls, and the tomb stupa. Here, you’ll encounter remarkable murals and exquisite Buddha statues, showcasing the accumulated wealth and treasures of ancient Tibet.

The Jokhang Temple, revered for housing the 12-year-old statue of Shakyamuni, is considered the holiest site in Tibet and a lifelong pilgrimage destination for Tibetans. You can join the pilgrims to walk in Barkor street and experience the soul of the city. The guide will also accompany you to a local Tibetan teahouse, offering insight into the social culture.

Drive for approximately 7 to 8 hours (340 kilometers) to reach Shigatse. Along the way, you will visit two breathtaking natural landscapes – Yamdrok Lake and the Karola Glacier. You will enjoy a scenic 20-kilometer drive following the disappearing shoreline of the Lake. We will stop at a village by the lake, where you can walk into the homes of lakeside farmers, explore their households, and indulge in a delightful farmhouse lunch.

In the morning you can enjoy the sunrise on Mount Everest (depending on the weather), or go for a walk near the base camp and enjoy the beautiful morning time on Mount Everest. After breakfast, your tour guide will take you to the Rongbuk Monastery, the highest temple in the world. It is the last place in the world that was engulfed by waves in the “Movie 2012”. This is also the best photography spot to capture the natural and cultural landscapes of Mount Everest.

After leaving Mount Everest, we will drive you to Saga, the gateway to the Ali Plateau in Tibet. On the way you will see Mount Shishapangma, the only peak above 8,000 meters in China, and the beautiful lake Pekucuo at its feet.

You will traverse the gorge formed by the Himalayas and Gangdise Mountains, witnessing the continuous snow-capped mountains on both sides of the gorge. Along the way, you will pass through the pastures, wetlands, and lakes, with magnificent scenery and straight roads. After crossing the 5211m Mayum La Pass, you will catch the first glimpse of Lake Manasarovar and Mount Kailash. Continuing for about 50 kilometers along the lake shore, you will reach the town of Tarchen at the foot of Mount Kailash. Tarchen is the starting and ending point for the Mount Kailash pilgrimage. The town offers a variety of shops, restaurants, and hotels. If you need to hire a porter to carry your luggage and accompany you on the pilgrimage, you can communicate your requirements with the guide, and they will help you to communicate with the local.

The vast wilderness and true uninhabited areas of Tibet begin west of Tarchen, offering a haven for wildlife against the backdrop of the Himalayas. Toling Monastery, a hidden treasure in the Himalayas, boasts exquisite Buddhist murals comparable to the Dunhuang Mogao Caves. The murals depict diverse themes, featuring heavenly scenes, playful animals, intricate patterns, and more. The Guge Kingdom, ruling the western Tibetan plateau for 700 years, disappeared mysteriously 400 years ago. This vanished kingdom leaves behind a splendid legacy, blending Tibetan Buddhism and political history in enduring masterpieces. Overnight at Tzaprang

village Family Guesthouse.

The vast wilderness and true uninhabited areas of Tibet begin west of Tarchen, offering a haven for wildlife against the backdrop of the Himalayas. Toling Monastery, a hidden treasure in the Himalayas, boasts exquisite Buddhist murals comparable to the Dunhuang Mogao Caves. The murals depict diverse themes, featuring heavenly scenes, playful animals, intricate patterns, and more. The Guge Kingdom, ruling the western Tibetan plateau for 700 years, disappeared mysteriously 400 years ago. This vanished kingdom leaves behind a splendid legacy, blending Tibetan Buddhism and political history in enduring masterpieces.

Taking the Mount Kailash sightseeing bus 7 kilometers from Tarchen to SeShong, where the first day of the Mount Kailash kora trek begins, as well as the Sagadawa Festival grand blessing ceremony take place.
 
A new prayer flag poles will be raised by the crowd in the central square and renew the old one. Buddhist followers cheer joyfully, praying for world peace, prosperity, and the well-being of all beings. The chanting of mantras by the monks echoes through the valley, harmonizing with the mysterious Mount Kailash. At this moment, Mount Kailash is extraordinarily sacred.

Today of the Mount Kailash circuit is the most challenging and longest. You will be on a trek to cross the 5630 meters high Dolma La Pass, covering a distance of 24 kilometers.

Starting from Driapuk Monastery before dawn, you will ascend to the mountainside of Dolma La, where you can witness the sunrise over the northwest slope of Mount Kailash. In the morning, you’ll climb over the Dolma La Pass adorned with prayer flags, providing a view of the glacier on the northwest slope of Mount Kailash and the Mercy Lake below the pass. According to legend, bathing in the Lake can cleanse one of a lifetime of sins and lead to rebirth.

In the morning, we will leave Dzultripuk Monastery and continue walking to the ending as well as the starting point of the Mount Kailash circuit, Tarchen. You can take a short rest at the hotel and in the afternoon, we will head to Lake Manasarovar.

The distance from Dzultripuk Monastery to Tarchen is not long, and you can choose to walk or take a 5-kilometer bus ride. Along the valley at the foot of Mount Kailash, you can see a vast plain in the distance, adorned with Lake Manasarovar, and the Naimonanyi Peak 7694m towering beside it.

By the shores of Lake Manasarovar, you’ll spend some delightful moments.

Today we will return to Saga County along the coming road. During the hundreds of kilometers of journey, you will once again enjoy the grasslands and lakes of the Ali Plateau, the snow-capped mountains of the Gangdise Mountains and the Himalayas. When passing Gongzhu Lake, you can stop and walk around the lake or pasture to get close to nature again.

You will return to the snowy expanses of the Himalayas, once again enjoying the breathtaking views of the Himalayan mountain range. Along the way, you will pass by peaks such as Shishapangma, Cho Oyu, and Mount Everest. The foothills of the Himalayas are abundant with lush meadows, herds of cattle and sheep, and the snowy peaks against the backdrop of the blue sky provide an eternal and unchanging scenery.

Concluding the journey to Mount Everest and Mount Kailash, we will return from Dingri to Lhasa. During the journey, we will have another view of Mount Everest and bid farewell to this majestic peak. Passing through Shigatse, we will drive through the Yarlung Tsangpo River Gorge between Shigatse and Lhasa on our way back to Lhasa.