China · Religious & Spiritual

8-Day Mount Kailash Spiritual Tour from Lhasa with Manasarovar Darshan

8 Days Round trip from 7VVX+CF4 Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore Lhasa and discover its spiritual and cultural landmarks
02 Visit Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, Drepung Monastery, and Sera Monastery
03 Experience Mount Kailash Darshan without undertaking the Kora
04 Discover sacred Lake Manasarovar amid breathtaking Himalayan landscapes

Experience the spiritual essence of Tibet on this 8-day journey to Mount Kailash without undertaking the Kora. Explore Lhasa's iconic landmarks, including Potala Palace and Jokhang Temple, while discovering Tibetan culture and heritage. Enjoy scenic flights to Ngari, visit sacred Lake Manasarovar, and witness the divine Mount Kailash Darshan. This journey offers breathtaking Himalayan landscapes and a deeply spiritual experience, ideal for travellers seeking cultural insight and sacred blessings in a remote and serene setting.

Experience the spiritual essence of Tibet on this 8-day journey to Mount Kailash without undertaking the Kora.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Lhasa, Manasarovar, Mount Kailash, Darchen

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Arrival in Lhasa and Acclimatisation

Arrive at Lhasa Gonggar Airport and transfer to your hotel.
Rest and acclimatise at an altitude of 3600 metres.

Stay overnight at Shangri La Lhasa, a 5-star hotel on a bed and breakfast basis.

Day 02

Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, and Old Lhasa

Visit Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, Barkhor Market, and the Old Lhasa Quarters at an altitude of 3600 metres.

Stay overnight at Shangri La Lhasa, a 5-star hotel on a bed and breakfast basis.

Day 03

Drepung and Sera Monasteries

Explore Drepung Monastery and Sera Monastery while witnessing traditional monk debates and Tibetan Buddhist practices at an altitude of 3600 metres.

Stay overnight at Shangri La Lhasa, a 5-star hotel on a bed and breakfast basis.

Day 04

Fly to Ngari Gunsa and Drive to Darchen

Transfer to the airport and take a flight to Ali Ngari Gunsa Airport.
Drive to Darchen at an altitude of 4575 metres.

Stay overnight at Yutin InterContinental Hotel, a 4-star hotel on a bed and breakfast basis.

Day 05

Sacred Lake Manasarovar Excursion

Drive to Lake Manasarovar, one of the most sacred lakes in Tibet.
Experience Manasarovar Kora by environmental protection bus.
Drive back to Darchen at an altitude of 4575 metres.

Stay overnight at Yutin InterContinental Hotel, a 4-star hotel on a bed and breakfast basis.

Day 06

Mount Kailash Darshan and Journey to Ali

Drive to Tarboche and experience Kailash Darshan, a divine blessing through sight of Mount Kailash.
Continue the journey to Ali at an altitude of 4255 metres.

Stay overnight at Tibet Ali Hotel, a 4-star hotel on a bed and breakfast basis.

Day 07

Return to Lhasa via Ngari Gunsa

Drive to Ngari Gunsa Airport and take a flight to Lhasa Gonggar Airport.
Transfer to your hotel in Lhasa and relax in the afternoon.
Enjoy a walk around Barkhor and the Old Lhasa Quarters at an altitude of 3600 metres.

Stay overnight at Shangri La Lhasa, a 5-star hotel on a bed and breakfast basis.

Day 08

Departure from Lhasa

Transfer to Gonggar Airport for your onward flight.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from 7VVX+CF4 4 cities · 8 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Accommodation on a twin-sharing basis
7 breakfasts
English-speaking Tibetan guide
Tibet travel permits
Entrance fees for the monuments mentioned in the programme
Transport based on the size of the group: van, minibus, or bus
1 bottle of water every day
A portable oxygen cylinder in the vehicle
Flight tickets for Lhasa - Ngari Gunsa - Lhasa
Manasarovar Kora by Environmental Protection Bus (EV bus)

What's Not Included

Travel insurance, including coverage for all risks and flight cancellation
International and domestic flight tickets to and from Lhasa
Tibet group visa fee if starting the trip from Nepal
China visa if starting the trip from mainland China
Lunch and dinner at restaurants or hotels
Drinks and beverages, including hard drinks, soft drinks, and water
Personal expenses such as phone calls, laundry, and other items
Staff gratuities for the guide and driver
Services not listed in the programme

Know before you go

Present the original Tibet permit at the airline check-in counter before flying to Tibet.
You may fly from your home country to any convenient airport in mainland China.
The original Tibet permit will be delivered to you before your flight to Lhasa.
Allow at least four hours of transit time before your domestic flight to Gonggar Airport.
Use this time to meet the representative, receive the permit, and complete check-in smoothly without any rush.

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