About the tour
September 16-27, 2024
Discover the most magical place on Earth - Mount Kailash (locals call it Kailash, but we know it as Kailas) in Tibet! Unique, mysterious and fascinating, this majestic mountain is shrouded in mystery and attracts travelers from all over the world.
Why has Mount Kailash become an object of magical fascination? Many stories attest to the fact that those who have been able to penetrate its dominion have gained incredible discoveries and new depths of knowledge. Thousands of years of history believe that Mount Kailash is not only a physical grandeur, but also a spiritual and mystical place, where every step opens new horizons of thought and allows you to root yourself in the deepest secrets of this world.
A tour to Tibet with a visit to Mount Kailash is not just a trip, it is a sacred journey of self-discovery. Here, amidst the majestic landscapes and the power of nature, the mysterious power of this place is revealed, which gives new knowledge.
Our unique tour offers maximum diversity during the journey. Tibet is not only Mount Kailash, but also many other stunning places that we are ready to show you. From ancient monasteries to beautiful lakes, from meeting the local people and immersing yourself in their culture to sightseeing tours of historical sites, every day of the tour will be filled with new emotions and impressions.
This is an opportunity to immerse yourself in a world of mystery and discovery, in the depths of magic and mysticism of Mount Kailash. A tour to Tibet will be a unique experience that will forever remain in your heart and mind.
Don't miss this opportunity! Unlock the doors of wisdom and experience the most magical mountain, Mount Kailash. A journey that will transform you and expand your horizons. Every step will lead to new discoveries. Let's go to Tibet!
Why has Mount Kailash become an object of magical fascination? Many stories attest to the fact that those who have been able to penetrate its dominion have gained incredible discoveries and new depths of knowledge. Thousands of years of history believe that Mount Kailash is not only a physical grandeur, but also a spiritual and mystical place, where every step opens new horizons of thought and allows you to root yourself in the deepest secrets of this world.
A tour to Tibet with a visit to Mount Kailash is not just a trip, it is a sacred journey of self-discovery. Here, amidst the majestic landscapes and the power of nature, the mysterious power of this place is revealed, which gives new knowledge.
Our unique tour offers maximum diversity during the journey. Tibet is not only Mount Kailash, but also many other stunning places that we are ready to show you. From ancient monasteries to beautiful lakes, from meeting the local people and immersing yourself in their culture to sightseeing tours of historical sites, every day of the tour will be filled with new emotions and impressions.
This is an opportunity to immerse yourself in a world of mystery and discovery, in the depths of magic and mysticism of Mount Kailash. A tour to Tibet will be a unique experience that will forever remain in your heart and mind.
Don't miss this opportunity! Unlock the doors of wisdom and experience the most magical mountain, Mount Kailash. A journey that will transform you and expand your horizons. Every step will lead to new discoveries. Let's go to Tibet!
Tour program
Day 1
Arrival in Lhasa
Welcome to Lhasa! Arrival and rest at the hotel.
On the first day we will rest or, if desired, spend time in leisurely self-guided walks. You can also walk around the old city with a guide who will accompany you during the whole day, until 18:00.
On the first day we will rest or, if desired, spend time in leisurely self-guided walks. You can also walk around the old city with a guide who will accompany you during the whole day, until 18:00.
Day 2
Lhasa
We will visit one of the most famous monasteries in Lhasa, Drepung. It is located outside the city on Mount Gampo Utse. Thousands of monks live and train here and there are very many prayer halls, temples and living quarters. Just below the monastery is a temple
Nechunga, the former residence of the state oracle.
Then we will go to Sera Monastery, where you can see the traditional philosophical disputation of the monks. Here you can do a kora (circumambulation) around the monastery lasting about an hour. The kora is believed to release heavy karma and negative energies.
Nechunga, the former residence of the state oracle.
Then we will go to Sera Monastery, where you can see the traditional philosophical disputation of the monks. Here you can do a kora (circumambulation) around the monastery lasting about an hour. The kora is believed to release heavy karma and negative energies.
Day 3
Lhasa
In the morning we will visit the Potala Palace, which is the largest palace in all of Tibet with a height of 13 floors. The Potala Palace was built in 637 and was later the main residence of the Dalai Lamas for over a thousand years.
Then we will see the Jokang Temple, located in the center of Lhasa, which houses the famous Buddha statue to which pilgrims from all over Tibet come to pay their respects. Around the Jokang Temple is the Barkhor shopping row where you can buy souvenirs from Tibet, Nepal and India. Here we can also enjoy tea at one of the traditional Tibetan rooftop tea houses overlooking the bustling Barkhor.
Then we will see the Jokang Temple, located in the center of Lhasa, which houses the famous Buddha statue to which pilgrims from all over Tibet come to pay their respects. Around the Jokang Temple is the Barkhor shopping row where you can buy souvenirs from Tibet, Nepal and India. Here we can also enjoy tea at one of the traditional Tibetan rooftop tea houses overlooking the bustling Barkhor.
Day 4
Lhasa - Yarlung Tsagpo / Brahmaputra River - Shigatse
Our journey on this day will be 280 km and will take 5 hours. This is the beginning of our journey through the Himalayas, which will start with a transfer to Shigatze along the Brahmaputra River where we will pass several small villages. Upon arrival in Shigatse, which is the second largest city in Central Tibet, we will visit Tashilhunpo Monastery with its famous giant statue of Maitreya Buddha. Tashilhunpo is known not only as the largest monastery in Shigatse County, but also as the residence of the Panchen Lama (the second highest ranking lama, after the Dalai Lama).
Afterward, we will join Tibetan pilgrims for a kora around the monastery, which overlooks the Shigatze Dzong Fortress and the entire city. If time permits, we will take a walk down the old street where we can see traditional Tibetan stores selling household and monastery goods. Those who have been there say that very unusual souvenirs can be found in this old market.
Afterward, we will join Tibetan pilgrims for a kora around the monastery, which overlooks the Shigatze Dzong Fortress and the entire city. If time permits, we will take a walk down the old street where we can see traditional Tibetan stores selling household and monastery goods. Those who have been there say that very unusual souvenirs can be found in this old market.
Day 5
Shigatze - Lake Langa-Tso - Saga
A full day of traveling on mountain roads through 4-5,000-foot mountain passes, from which the
with unparalleled views of the Himalayan chain of peaks. We'll be traveling
through grasslands and countryside and see small lakes and nomadic camps with yaks and sheep.
After about 180 km, we will stop at the beautiful high mountain lake Langa Tso at an altitude of 4300 meters. Herds of yaks and sheep graze around it. In the late evening we will arrive in Saga, a small village near the river Yarlung Tsagpo (Brahmaputra). Overnight stay in Saga.
with unparalleled views of the Himalayan chain of peaks. We'll be traveling
through grasslands and countryside and see small lakes and nomadic camps with yaks and sheep.
After about 180 km, we will stop at the beautiful high mountain lake Langa Tso at an altitude of 4300 meters. Herds of yaks and sheep graze around it. In the late evening we will arrive in Saga, a small village near the river Yarlung Tsagpo (Brahmaputra). Overnight stay in Saga.
Day 6
Saga - Pariang - Darcen
On this day, the journey will be 480 km long and will take 8 hours. Driving through the valley, we will enjoy beautiful views of mountain peaks and vast valleys. Further southwest, the scenery will change to sand dunes, rocky mountains and peaks covered in snow.
Depending on the season, nomads and wandering traders dress in a variety of colorful national dress. For lunch, we will have a stop in the small town of Pariang, which is considered one of the highest altitude towns in the world. In this small town it feels as if the sky is so close, as if by stretching out your arm you can touch it. There are several Tibetan and Chinese restaurants in town, as well as a few market stalls where you can buy cookies, drinks and candies.
Driving past Lake Manasarovar in the afternoon we will get our first glimpse of the mighty peak of Mount Kailash. For the night we will stop in Dharchhen. From anywhere in this small town you can enjoy a close-up view of Kailash
Depending on the season, nomads and wandering traders dress in a variety of colorful national dress. For lunch, we will have a stop in the small town of Pariang, which is considered one of the highest altitude towns in the world. In this small town it feels as if the sky is so close, as if by stretching out your arm you can touch it. There are several Tibetan and Chinese restaurants in town, as well as a few market stalls where you can buy cookies, drinks and candies.
Driving past Lake Manasarovar in the afternoon we will get our first glimpse of the mighty peak of Mount Kailash. For the night we will stop in Dharchhen. From anywhere in this small town you can enjoy a close-up view of Kailash
Dat 7
Darchen - Tirthapuri - Darchen
In the morning we will travel to Tirthapuri, an important shrine in Western Tibet that many pilgrims visit before passing the bark around Kailash. Tirthapuri Monastery stands on a cliff next to the famous hot springs and Vajravahari Cave, where Padmasambhava and his wife Yeshi Tsogyal meditated in the 8th century.
If you wish, there will be an opportunity to walk the kora around the monastery (1 hour trek), where other caves and stupas will be encountered, and at the end of the trek there is a “karma test hole” in the rock - very intriguing)
If you wish, there will be an opportunity to walk the kora around the monastery (1 hour trek), where other caves and stupas will be encountered, and at the end of the trek there is a “karma test hole” in the rock - very intriguing)
Day 8
Darchen - Tarboce - Darchen
Free day at the foot of the Sacred Kailash. We will walk to Tarboche, the place of the official beginning of the bark, marked by a stupa. On the way we will pass the First
Chaktsel Ganges, the first place of prostrations before Kailash. Pilgrims stop here to smoke incense and hang prayer flags. Upon reaching Tarboche, we will have a great opportunity to enjoy the views of Kailash and meditate in the shadow of the Great Mountain.
Not far from Tarboche is the cemetery of the heavenly burial of the 84 Mahasidhas, once consecrated by Padmasambhava himself. If desired, we will walk a little further to the cave where the Bon master Naro Bonchung once meditated.
Chaktsel Ganges, the first place of prostrations before Kailash. Pilgrims stop here to smoke incense and hang prayer flags. Upon reaching Tarboche, we will have a great opportunity to enjoy the views of Kailash and meditate in the shadow of the Great Mountain.
Not far from Tarboche is the cemetery of the heavenly burial of the 84 Mahasidhas, once consecrated by Padmasambhava himself. If desired, we will walk a little further to the cave where the Bon master Naro Bonchung once meditated.
Day 9
Darchen - lake Manasarovar - Saga
In the morning, we leave Darchen and move to Lake Manasarovar, one of the highest elevation freshwater lakes in the world. This turquoise lake is full of fish and swans. Tibetans consider it sacred and call it “Mapham Tso” - the invincible lake. Manasarovar is also sacred to Hindus. Surrounding the lake are 2 sacred mountains, Kailash and GurulaMandala, and the Rashekshi Lake. On the hill by the lake is the Chiu Monastery, which is an ancient monastery of the Drukpa Kagyu school of Tibetan Buddhism. When Guru Rinpoche (Padmasambhava) brought Buddhism from India to Tibet, he stayed in the Land of Snows for 55 years.
When it was time for him to leave Tibet, he meditated for a week in a cave near Lake Manasarovar, which was later replaced by Chiu Monastery. Near the monastery there are hot springs where everyone can bathe. A few kilometers away from Lake Manasarovar is Lake Rakshas Tal, which resembles the shape of a crescent moon. This lake almost always has waves, it is cloudy and windy. There are no fish or algae in the waters of the lake. Locals consider this lake to be the dark beginning, the negative and unknown side of consciousness - also an extremely curious place.
When it was time for him to leave Tibet, he meditated for a week in a cave near Lake Manasarovar, which was later replaced by Chiu Monastery. Near the monastery there are hot springs where everyone can bathe. A few kilometers away from Lake Manasarovar is Lake Rakshas Tal, which resembles the shape of a crescent moon. This lake almost always has waves, it is cloudy and windy. There are no fish or algae in the waters of the lake. Locals consider this lake to be the dark beginning, the negative and unknown side of consciousness - also an extremely curious place.
Day 10
Saga - Shigatze
We will spend the whole day on the road, as there are speed limits on the highway.
There will be short stops for walks and photos. On the way we will see Paiku Tso Lake again and the peaks of Shishapangma, Cho Oyu and others, cross the Yarlung Tsangpo River before Lhatse. Arrival at Shigatse in the late afternoon.
There will be short stops for walks and photos. On the way we will see Paiku Tso Lake again and the peaks of Shishapangma, Cho Oyu and others, cross the Yarlung Tsangpo River before Lhatse. Arrival at Shigatse in the late afternoon.
Day 11
Shigatse - Gyantse - Karo-la Glacier - Yamdrok Lake - Lhasa.
The journey will be 350 kilometers and will take 8 hours.
In the morning we have a two hour drive to the town of Gyantse. Visit Pelkor Chode Monastery with the most ancient Kumbum stupa, which were erected in the 15th century and are located in the northwest part of the city. From the Kumbum stupa you have a magnificent view of the city fortress of Gyantse Dzong on the other side of the city. Next, drive over two mountain passes - Simila (with an artificial lake) and Karola - to Yamdrok Yumtso Lake, which is considered one of the four most revered lakes in Tibet. Weather permitting, we will be able to enjoy a stunning view of Mount Nojin Kansang behind the lake. A little further on, we will make a stop at the lake to walk a little around it. After that, we will drive to Kamba-la Pass (4794m) where we will stop once again to admire the view of Yamdrok Lake and Mount Nojin Kansang before returning to Lhasa.
Back in Lhasa, we will have the opportunity to walk the alleys of the old town and visit all the stores and handicraft workshops we want. And of course, we'll sample the local cuisine!
In the morning we have a two hour drive to the town of Gyantse. Visit Pelkor Chode Monastery with the most ancient Kumbum stupa, which were erected in the 15th century and are located in the northwest part of the city. From the Kumbum stupa you have a magnificent view of the city fortress of Gyantse Dzong on the other side of the city. Next, drive over two mountain passes - Simila (with an artificial lake) and Karola - to Yamdrok Yumtso Lake, which is considered one of the four most revered lakes in Tibet. Weather permitting, we will be able to enjoy a stunning view of Mount Nojin Kansang behind the lake. A little further on, we will make a stop at the lake to walk a little around it. After that, we will drive to Kamba-la Pass (4794m) where we will stop once again to admire the view of Yamdrok Lake and Mount Nojin Kansang before returning to Lhasa.
Back in Lhasa, we will have the opportunity to walk the alleys of the old town and visit all the stores and handicraft workshops we want. And of course, we'll sample the local cuisine!
Day 12
Departure from Lhasa
Transfer to the airport, exchange of photos and impressions)
Cost of participation
Basic Plus
$ 2190
(when staying at a better hotel in Darcena)
- insurance;
- airplane tickets;
- visa to China;
- accommodation and meals in China;
- meals in Tibet (lunches, dinners);
- bus bark around Lake Manasarovar, bathing in Chiu springs;
Not included in the price
- permit to enter Tibet;
- daily accompaniment by an English-speaking Tibetan guide;
- airport transfers;
- logistics throughout the tour;
- all hotels en-route (double occupancy);
- en-route breakfasts at the hotels;
- entrance fees to places mentioned in the itinerary (except bathing in Chiu Springs);
- oxygen tank in the car;
The price includes
Accommodation
Прекрасный отель с видом на горы, здесь спокойно и безмятежно. Уютные номера в стиле британской эпохи представляют собой прекрасное сочетание комфорта и колониальной атмосферы.
Все номера оснащены гостиным уголком, телевизором с плоским экраном и спутниковыми каналам, а так же собственной ванной комнатой с бесплатными туалетно-косметическими принадлежностями. В номерах так же имеется письменный стол и чайник.
Каждое утро в курортном отеле Udaan Dekeling сервируется завтрак «шведский стол».
Среди популярных достопримечательностей рядом с отелем - Гималайский институт альпинизма, зоологический парк, японская Пагода Мира и национальный парк долины Неора. Ближайший аэропорт находится в городе Багдогра, в 70 км от курортного отеля Udaan Dekeling, Darjeeling.
Все номера оснащены гостиным уголком, телевизором с плоским экраном и спутниковыми каналам, а так же собственной ванной комнатой с бесплатными туалетно-косметическими принадлежностями. В номерах так же имеется письменный стол и чайник.
Каждое утро в курортном отеле Udaan Dekeling сервируется завтрак «шведский стол».
Среди популярных достопримечательностей рядом с отелем - Гималайский институт альпинизма, зоологический парк, японская Пагода Мира и национальный парк долины Неора. Ближайший аэропорт находится в городе Багдогра, в 70 км от курортного отеля Udaan Dekeling, Darjeeling.
Shang Bala hotel 3*
Photos from the trip
ИП СЕРКИНА. М.А.
INN: 7710140679
ИП Серкина Марина Александровна
INN: 7710140679
