Starting and ending in Lhasa, this 17-day Kailash Manasarovar full moon tour and exploration of the Guge Kingdom delve deeply into western Tibet.
Starting and ending in Lhasa, this 17-day Kailash Manasarovar full moon tour and exploration of the Guge Kingdom delve deeply into western Tibet. You will visit the holy Mt. Kailash and Manasarovar Lake during full moon dates.
Throughout this journey, you'll discover Tibet's most prominent attractions, including Lhasa's iconic sites like Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, Sera Monastery, and more. The adventure extends further to the breathtaking Yamdrok Lake, followed by a drive to behold the mighty Mt. Everest and visit the world's highest Rongbuk Monastery.
Continuing westward, immerse yourself in Ngari, experiencing the sacred Manasarovar, joining local pilgrims in the kora around the holy Mountain Kailash, and unraveling the mysteries of the Guge Kingdom. This tour transcends the ordinary - it's a genuine adventure.
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Lhasa, Get the First Impression of Tibet
Day 2: Lhasa Day Tour: Drepung Monastery and Sera Monastery (B, D)
Day 3: Lhasa Day Tour: Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple & Barkhor Street (B)
Day 4: Lhasa - Gyantse - Shigatse (B, L)
Day 5: Shigatse to Everest Base Camp (B)
Day 6: EBC - Peiku Tso Lake - Saga (B)
Day 7: Saga - Zhongba - Darchen
Day 8: Darchen - Tholing Monastery - Guge Kingdom
Day 9: Dongga - Piyang - Darchen
Day 10: Trek Day One: Darchen - Dirapuk Monastery (13 km)
Day 11: Trek Day Two: Dirapuk Monastery - Zutulpuk Monastery (24 km)
Day 12: Trek Day Three: Zutulpuk Monastery - Darchen (12 km)
Day 13: Darchen - Saga
Day 14: Saga - Gyirong
Day 15: Gyirong - Tingri
Day 16: Tingri - Lhasa
Day 17: Finish This Unforgettable Tour and Depart from Lhasa (B)