10 Nights / 11 Days – Drive In & Fly Out
Overview
This sacred journey combines the holy Mount Kailash Kora, Lake Manasarovar, and the cultural heart of Central Tibet, offering a once-in-a-lifetime pilgrimage through some of the most spiritually powerful landscapes on Earth.
From high Himalayan passes to ancient monasteries, this itinerary is designed for travelers seeking spiritual depth, cultural immersion, and personal transformation.
🗺 DETAILED ITINERARY
Day 1 – Arrival at Kerung Border
Pick up at Kerung border.
Transfer to Kerung town.
Overnight at medium hotel in Kerung.
Day 2 – Kerung to Saga
Drive from Kerung to Saga across the vast Tibetan plateau.
Overnight at medium hotel in Saga.
Day 3 – Saga to Darchen
Drive to Darchen, the pilgrim center of Mount Kailash.
En route experience:
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Sacred landscapes and spiritual symbols
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Visit Chiu Gompa, a breathtaking monastery overlooking Lake Manasarovar
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Purification rituals at the holy lake
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Preparation for Kailash Kora (arranging yaks & porters)
Overnight at guest house / medium hotel in Darchen.
Day 4 – Kailash Kora Day 1 (Darchen – Diraphuk)
Begin the sacred three-day Kailash Kora.
Trek from Darchen to Diraphuk Monastery (5,050m).
This pilgrimage symbolizes the journey through life, death, bardo, and rebirth.
Highlights:
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Heavenly burial grounds
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North face of Mount Kailash
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Diraphuk Monastery
Overnight at guest house near Diraphuk.
Day 5 – Kailash Kora Day 2 (Diraphuk – Dzutulpuk)
The most challenging and spiritual day.
Ascend to Dolma-La Pass (5,630m) – the highest point of the Kora.
Descend to Dzutulpuk Monastery (4,835m), associated with Guru Padmasambhava.
Overnight at guest house with dormitory accommodation.
Day 6 – Kailash Kora Day 3 & Lake Manasarovar
Complete the final stretch of the Kora back to Darchen.
Lunch at Darchen, then drive to Lake Manasarovar.
Highlights:
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Sacred caves of Guru Rinpoche
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Views of Gurla Mandata (7,894m)
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Distant sight of Nanda Devi
Overnight at guest house (dormitory style) near Manasarovar.
Day 7 – Manasarovar to Saga
Drive approx. 530 km (7–8 hours) back to Saga.
Overnight at medium hotel in Saga.
Day 8 – Saga to Shigatse
Drive approx. 480 km (6–8 hours) to Shigatse.
Overnight at medium hotel in Shigatse.
Day 9 – Shigatse – Gyantse – Lhasa
Morning visit to Tashi Lhunpo Monastery, seat of the Panchen Lamas.
Continue drive via:
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Gyantse Old Town
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Pelkor Chöde Monastery
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High mountain passes on the Friendship Highway
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Yamdrok Tso (Scorpion Lake) & Karola Glacier
Arrive in Lhasa.
Overnight at medium hotel.
Day 10 – Lhasa Sightseeing
Full day sightseeing in Lhasa:
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Potala Palace
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Jokhang Temple
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Sera Monastery or Norbulingka
Overnight at medium hotel in Lhasa.
Day 11 – Departure from Lhasa
Transfer to airport.
End of Tibet tour.
✅ PRICE INCLUDES
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All necessary Tibet travel permits
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Licensed English-speaking local guide
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Accommodation:
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Twin/double sharing rooms in Lhasa, Shigatse, Saga & Darchen
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Dormitory guest houses (4–6 beds) during Kailash Kora & Manasarovar
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Private vehicle for sightseeing as per itinerary
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Daily breakfast at hotels
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Monastery entrance tickets
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Yamdrok Lake & Karola Glacier entrance fees
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Permit delivery service fee
❌ PRICE EXCLUDES
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International & domestic air tickets
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Nepal & China part tour arrangements
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Lunches & dinners
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Personal expenses (shopping, bar, hot springs, etc.)
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International travel & medical insurance
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Chinese visa fee
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Tips for guide & driver
✨ WHY THIS TOUR IS SPECIAL
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Complete Kailash Kora pilgrimage
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Sacred lakes, monasteries & Himalayan passes
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Balanced spiritual journey with cultural sightseeing
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Operated by experienced local experts
