About Trip

Lhasa to Mt. Kailash Tibet Budget Tour represents the epic trip that offers the striking sites of the Buddhist heritages including the monasteries, chhortens, Dzongs and that are accompanied by the Mt. Kailash and its impressive surroundings. This spiritual tour is both to enjoy the cultural excellence of the Lhasa city and takes you into the wilderness of the Himalayas and the alpine region.  

Mt. Kailash Budget Tour via Lhasa begins with 2 days Lhasa exploration trip, visiting around the world heritage sites. It is the place prevailed by the cultural jewels. The Potala Palace, Sera Monastery, Drepdung monastery are some of them. Tour to Mt. Kailash and Mansarovar is another grand and epic trip to the world renowned Hindu religious sites. Mt. Kailash is the sacred mountain that is regarded as the abode of Lord Shiva. The stunning peak stands for the real image of the sacred piece. Another attraction of the Lhasa to Mt. Kailash Mansarovar tour is the Mansarovar Lake, which is a big Lake that bears the Hindu cultural significance. Every year, thousands of Hindu devotees make awesome trips to Mt. Kailash and Mansarovar and get new insights. The Dolma la (5670 meters) is the highest pass during the tour. You have two options regarding where to conclude the trip. If you are flying back, then drive back to Lhasa or drive directly to the Zangmu and drive to Kathmandu. Nepal Kameleon Holidays organizes your best trips to Tibet with expert arrangements. Please, contact us for the detailed information.         

Highlights:

  • Exclusive tour to the historical Lhasa city
  • UNESCO sites of Lhasa, including Potala Palace
  • The exotic and epic drive to Mt. Kailash and Mansarovar Lake
  •  The Dolma La (5670 meters)
  • Offers new cultural insights

Outline Itinerary

  • Day 01: Arrival at Lhasa (3670m).
  • Day 02: Lhasa Sightseeing. Visit the Potala Palace, Norbulingka Palace and Tibet Museum.
  • Day 03: Lhasa Sightseeing: Visit the Sera Monastery, Drepung Monastery, Jokhang Temple and Barkhor Bazaar.
  • Day 04: Early morning drive from Lhasa to Gyantse (3900 meters). Explore the magnificent panoramic views.
  • Day 05: Drive from Gyantse to Shigatse (3800 meters).
  • Day 06: Drive from Shigatse to Lhatse (4350 meters) via spectacular high passes.
  • Day 07: Drive from Lhatse to Saga (4450 meters).
  • Day 08: Drive from Saga to Paryang (4750 meters).
  • Day 09: Drive from Paryang to Mansarovar (4560 meters). Explore the exotic Himalayan Lake and its incredible surroundings.
  • Day 10: Drive from Mansarovar to Darchen (4560 meters).
  • Day 11: Drive from Darchen to Dirapuk (4890 meters).
  • Day 12: Drive from Dirapuk passing high Dolma – La (5670 meters) all the way to Zuthulpuk (4750 meters).
  • Day 13: Drive from Zuthulpuk to Saga.
  • Day 14: Drive from Saga to Zangmu.
  • Day 15: Drive to Kathmandu.

Trip Note

Further Information of Tibet Tour

Most importantly, all travelers traveling in Tibet are kindly requested to bear in mind that Tibet being remote and isolated by the most formidable Himalayan ranges remain still one of the most captivating but least developed parts in the world. The facilities for the tourists although being upgraded are still at basis and limited scale. So, the visitors are requested not have high expectation in terms of facilities in Tibet. However, we will put all our efforts to make your journey as pleasant as possible.

Beside, the road between Tibet and Nepal is not up to the standard, it is rough, bumpy and full of bends. Particularly, during monsoon (June-August), it can be temporarily obstructed by landslides and erosion. So, a bit sporty wears and shoes are much advised facilitation the travelers to walk over the landslides.

Overcoming Altitude Problem:

Traveling in Tibet is an adventure involving high altitude and could be strenuous. So far, most visitors have only minor effects from the altitude. However, we advise specially the guests with known heart or lungs or blood diseases to consult their doctor before traveling. Mild headache, fever, loss of appetite or stomach disorder can take place before acclimatization.

Our advice: drink 3 litres of water minimum a day. Don't exhaust yourself so much and breathe deep and take a rest more than usual.

Booking and Visa Process:

Minimum 2 weeks in avance a firm booking with full payment along with full passport copy/details (including full name, DOB,place of Birth, Passport No. Date of Issue and Expiry, Profession, Sex, Home Address, Tel No, Office College Name and Address with Contact no etc) should reach us. We arrange China/Tibet Visa from Kathmandu. For Visa procedure, 3 full working days are required with a condition that clients should be available in Kathmandu.

Cancellation:

50 percent of the tour cost will be charged as a cancellation fee if you cancel the tour within 7 days prior to the start of the tour. No refund, thereafter, also no shows, delay arrivals or whatsoever reasons.

Risk Liability

We shall always put all efforts in making your journey smooth and pleasant. However as all Tibet Tours are run strictly under Tibet Tourism Authority, or its agents shall not be responsible of any change or cancellation of the programs due to any unavoidable circumstances such as road blockade, flood, snow, unrest, cancellation of flight, delay arrivals, sickness or accidents, any extra cost incurring there of shall be borne by the clients. So, it is most advisable that clients to have full insurance against medical and personal accidents risks, cancellation insurance is also most advised from your home country.

Detail Itinerary

  • Day 01Arrival at Lhasa (3670m).
  • Day 02Lhasa Sightseeing. Visit the Potala Palace, Norbulingka Palace and Tibet Museum.
  • Day 03Lhasa Sightseeing: Visit the Sera Monastery, Drepung Monastery, Jokhang Temple and Barkhor Bazaar.
  • Day 04Early morning drive from Lhasa to Gyantse (3900 meters). Explore the magnificent panoramic views.
  • Day 05Drive from Gyantse to Shigatse (3800 meters).
  • Day 06Drive from Shigatse to Lhatse (4350 meters) via spectacular high passes.
  • Day 07Drive from Lhatse to Saga (4450 meters).
  • Day 08Drive from Saga to Paryang (4750 meters).
  • Day 09Drive from Paryang to Mansarovar (4560 meters). Explore the exotic Himalayan Lake and its incredible surroundings.
  • Day 10Drive from Mansarovar to Darchen (4560 meters).
  • Day 11Drive from Darchen to Dirapuk (4890 meters).
  • Day 12Drive from Dirapuk passing high Dolma – La (5670 meters) all the way to Zuthulpuk (4750 meters).
  • Day 13Drive from Zuthulpuk to Saga.
  • Day 14Drive from Saga to Zangmu.
  • Day 15Drive to Kathmandu.
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