China · Religious & Spiritual

15-Day Mt. Kailash and Everest Base Camp Tour through Tibet

15 Days Round trip from 中国西藏自治区拉萨市 Hard pace
A Yak
Potala Palace
Mount Kailash

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore the cultural heart of Tibet with visits to Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, and Barkhor Street
  • 02 Visit the great monastic centers of Drepung, Sera, and Tashi Lhunpo to witness Tibetan Buddhist traditions
  • 03 Enjoy breathtaking landscapes at Yamdrok Lake, Karola Glacier, and Peikutso Lake
  • 04 Experience the spiritual significance of Mount Kailash and complete the sacred Kora
  • 05 Discover the beauty and serenity of Lake Manasarovar, one of Tibet's most sacred lakes

Embark on an unforgettable 15-day adventure through the heart of Tibet, covering the cultural and spiritual highlights of Lhasa, Gyantse, Shigatse, Mount Kailash, Lake Manasarovar, and Everest Base Camp. Explore iconic landmarks such as Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, and the monasteries of Drepung, Sera, and Tashi Lhunpo, while taking in breathtaking landscapes including Yamdrok Lake, Karola Glacier, and Peikutso Lake. Experience ancient Tibetan traditions, witness spiritual pilgrimages, and enjoy the dramatic natural beauty of Tibet's vast high-altitude plateaus, sacred lakes, and snow-capped mountains.

Enjoy a distant view of the northern face of Mt. Everest.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 15 Days
Tour type Shared
Activity level Hard
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Cities Lhasa, Manasarovar, Mount Kailash, Shigatse, Darchen, Gyantse
Languages English, Hindi, Mandarin

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Lhasa and Acclimatization

  • Arrive in Lhasa by air or train.
  • Meet your local Tibetan guide at the airport or train station.
  • Transfer to your hotel in Lhasa city.
  • Rest and allow your body to acclimatize to the high altitude.
  • Take an optional evening walk to explore the nearby area at a relaxed pace.

Stay overnight in Lhasa.

2
Day 02

Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, and Barkhor Street

  • Begin your city tour after breakfast.
  • Visit the majestic Potala Palace, the former winter residence of the Dalai Lamas and an iconic symbol of Tibet.
  • Continue to the spiritual heart of Lhasa, Jokhang Temple, a revered pilgrimage site for Tibetan Buddhists.
  • Explore the lively Barkhor Street, a traditional Tibetan market and devotional kora route surrounding the temple.
  • Immerse yourself in local life, shop for handicrafts, and observe Tibetan customs.

Stay overnight in Lhasa.

3
Day 03

Drepung and Sera Monasteries

  • Drive to Drepung Monastery, once the largest monastery in the world and home to thousands of monks.
  • Explore the ancient chapels and gain insight into Tibetan monastic life.
  • In the afternoon, visit Sera Monastery, famous for its dramatic monk debate sessions held in the courtyard.
  • Observe the scholastic discipline and traditions of Tibetan Buddhism.
  • Return to the city and enjoy leisure time in the evening.

Stay overnight in Lhasa.

4
Day 04

Lhasa to Gyantse and Shigatse via Yamdrok Lake

  • Have breakfast at the hotel.
  • Drive toward the western part of Tibet along the Yarlung Tsangpo.
  • Take memorable photos at Yamdrok Lake and Karola Glacier.
  • Visit Kumbum Stupa and Gyantse Pelkor Chode Monastery.

Stay overnight in Shigatse.

5
Day 05

Shigatse to Lhatse through Western Tibet

  • Travel through the wild landscapes of Western Tibet and the Qangtang Plateau.
  • Enjoy stunning views of snow-capped mountains.

Stay overnight in Lhatse.

6
Day 06

Lhatse to Saga across the Plateau

  • Continue the journey into Western Tibet.
  • Enjoy the natural beauty of high peaks and the vast plateau.

Stay overnight in Saga.

7
Day 07

Saga to Darchen via Lake Manasarovar

  • Pass Lake Manasarovar, sand dunes, and enjoy a distant view of Mt. Kailash.
  • Darchen is the main starting point for the Mt. Kailash Kora.

Stay overnight in Darchen.

8
Day 08

Trek from Darchen to Dirapuk

  • Trek through the wild landscape around Mt. Kailash.
  • Experience the spiritual pilgrimage around Mt. Kailash.

Stay overnight in Dirapuk Guesthouse.

9
Day 09

Trek from Dirapuk to Zuktupuk

  • Continue through the wild landscape around Mt. Kailash.
  • Continue the spiritual journey at Mt. Kailash.
  • Experience the beautiful and mysterious close views of Mt. Kailash.

Stay overnight in Zuktupuk.

10
Day 10

Complete the Kora and Drive to Mansarovar

  • Drive to Mansarovar Lake after completing the Mt. Kailash Kora.
  • Visit the sacred and holy Mansarovar Lake.

Stay overnight in Mansarovar Guesthouse.

11
Day 11

Lake Mansarovar to Saga

  • Enjoy the beautiful sunrise view over the sacred Lake Mansarovar.
  • Visit the surrounding landscapes and take time for quiet reflection or a short walk along the lake.
  • Depart for Saga through the dramatic landscapes of the Tibetan Plateau.
  • Pass through small villages and vast stretches of untouched wilderness.

Stay overnight in Saga.

12
Day 12

Saga to Everest Base Camp

  • Enjoy the natural beauty of Peikutso Lake.
  • Experience the great view of Mt. Shishapama, another sacred mountain in Tibet.
  • Enjoy a distant view of the northern face of Mt. Everest.

Stay overnight in a local guesthouse at EBC.

13
Day 13

Everest Base Camp to Shigatse

  • Discover the morning sunrise over Mt. Everest.
  • Make a short visit to Rongbuk Monastery, the world's highest-altitude monastery.
  • Enjoy the snow-capped mountains and vast plateau.

Stay overnight in Shigatse.

14
Day 14

Shigatse to Lhasa via Tashi Lhunpo Monastery

  • After a healthy breakfast at the hotel, visit Tashi Lhunpo Monastery, the seat of the second-highest Lama in Tibetan Buddhism.
  • Drive back to Lhasa along the great Yarlung Tsangpo, the Brahmaputra.

Stay overnight in Lhasa.

15
Day 15

Departure from Tibet

  • Your guide and driver will transfer you to the airport or train station.
  • Depart from Tibet for your next destination.
Potala Palace, Yamdrok Lake, Mount Kailash, Lake Manasarovar

Where this trip takes you

Potala Palace, Yamdrok Lake, Mount Kailash, Lake Manasarovar

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from 中国西藏自治区拉萨市 6 cities · 15 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • One-time pick-up and drop-off service by tourist vehicle from the airport or train station
  • All necessary Tibet Travel Permits arranged
  • Entrance fees to all listed attractions included
  • Hotel accommodation for 10 nights provided
  • Local guesthouse accommodation for 4 nights provided
  • Services of a professional, English-speaking Tibetan guide throughout the tour

What's Not Included

  • Meals not specified or agreed upon in the service package
  • Gratuities for the guide and driver
  • Chinese Visa or Tibet Group Visa required for entry
  • Travel insurance is strongly recommended but not included
  • International and domestic flight or train fares to and from Lhasa
  • Personal expenses such as alcoholic beverages, laundry, phone calls, and other incidental costs

What to bring

  • Sunglasses
  • Sunscreen
  • Mountain sickness tablets
  • A pair of trekking shoes
  • Waterproof jacket
  • Wool hiking socks

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Lhasa, 西藏自治区中国
Tour start
中国西藏自治区拉萨市
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 15 days finish where they began, in 中国西藏自治区拉萨市.

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Single Room $2,400.00 — $2,800.00
Double Sharing $2,400.00 — $2,800.00

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