Tibet Tour 15 Days Lhasa to Kailash Trekking Small Group via EBC
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2 weeks 1 day
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Our expertly-designed Mt.Kailash tour starts in Lhasa. You will have 3 days to get acclimatized to the Tibetan Plateau while touring the most iconic Buddhist sites in Lhasa city. Then, we set out on a thrilling journey across Shigatse via historical Gyantse to EBC. The first part of the adventure overlaps the classic travel route of Lhasa to EBC tour and will leave you in awe with amazing Himalayan mountain ranges.
Then we head further west to Darchen via Saga and holy Manasarovar Lake for the long-awaited Mt.Kailash kora. Our Tibetan guide will accompany you to experience the ultimate hoy walk around sacred Mt.Kailash. Finally, you may choose to head back to Lhasa or exit Tibet into Nepal via Gyirong border. Quite flexible, isn’t it! If you have more time or with a deep pocket, you may choose the big loop tour across Mt.Kailash that may travel for nearly a month.
Additional Info
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Book at least 20 days in advance so tour operator may attain your Tibet Permit. Tibet Permit will be delivered to customers' delivery address / hotel address in one city of China. Please note your tour operator will contact you after the booking is confirmed.
Travelers are required to provide photocopy of passports and China L visas at least 20 days prior to travel date.
Please Notice: Customers' airport pick-up and drop-off in Lhasa need be arranged by tour supplier. If customers fly to Lhasa from Kathmandu, please do not apply for China L Visa in advance, because customers need apply for their Tibet Group Visa from China Embassy in Kathmandu via travel agency. Before that, they need ask for invitation letter from tour supplier. If customers fly or take a train to Lhasa from one city of China, they need apply for their China L Visa from China Embassy in their country.
You will be given your contact information on your confirmation voucher which you will receive after your booking, so that you can send your passport and Chinese visa to tour supplier.
Price is based on double occupancy. Single room supplement is subject to availability and additional charge
What To Expect
Lhasa arrival
Accommodations
Overnight at GangGyan Hotel Lhasa, 3 star hotel
Lhasa
When you arrive in Lhasa either by train or flight, Please transfer to GangGyan Lhasa Hotel or Your reserved hotel and report to us you have already checked in. After arriving in Lhasa, you can take a rest and get acclimatized to high altitude. If you feel to go out, then you can go to the Potala Square, where you will enjoy the fountain with different colors and get amazing photos of the Potala and around. Insider Tips: For the new-comers of Tibet, to get acclimatized to the high altitude in Tibet. Having a good sleep in your hotel is a good option. Don not rush to visit attractions inside Lhasa city.
Lhasa Tour - Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, Barkhor Street
Accommodations
Overnight at GangGyan Hotel Lhasa, 3 star hotel
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Breakfast at hotel
DINNER
Dinner
Welcome Dinner at local Tibetan Resturant
Potala Palace
Today's tour will first bring you to the Potala Palace which is the winter palace of the Dalai lama. It was put to use since the 7th Century by the 33rd great king of Tibet. The most valuable collections of Potala Palace are the gilded burial stupas of former Dalai Lamas and meditation Cave of the 33rd great king of Tibet.
Jokhang Temple
Then after lunch, tourists head to Jokhang temple which was founded by the 33rd great king of Tibet in the 7th century. Inside you can see the statue of Buddha Sakyamuni at the age of twelve. Outside, you can see pilgrims making prostrating in front of Jokhang Temple.
Barkhor Street
Around the temple is Barkhor street, where you can do kora (a religious circle of a building or mountain) with pilgrims and locals, and explore the old market. Besides, We can taste Tibetan tea with locals in tea house; The welcome dinner will also be arranged accordingly.
Lhasa Tour - Dadong Village and Sera Monastery
Accommodations
Overnight at GangGyan Hotel Lhasa, 3 star hotel
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Breakfast in Hotel
LUNCH
Lunch
Lunch at local villager's house at Dadong Village
Drepung Monastery (Zhebang Si)
In the morning, you are going to visit Dadong Village, the most beautiful village in Lhasa. Located 25 kilometers southwest of Lhasa downtown, Dadong Village is a well-protected ancient Tibetan village that surrounded by valleys. After arriving, you will visit the Nyimatang Monastery (built in the 11th century), take a light walk in the village, and see what rural life in Lhasa is like. You will also visit a local Tibetan family and enjoy the lunch offered by the family. Notice: here we will not go Drepung Monastery and go Dadong Village instead.
Sera Monastery
In the Afternoon, Tourists will visit Sera Monastery which is another one of the “great three” Gelug monasteries of Tibet. The hot attraction is the Monks debate at around 3 - 5 in the afternoon. In addition, you can tour the Tibetan religious scripture printing house; inside the monastery, you can see three sand Mandalas and colorful Rock Painting of Buddha.
Lhasa- Shigatse via Gyantse (360km)
Accommodations
Shigatse Shigayangcha Hotel, 3 star
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Breakfast in Hotel
Yamdrok Yumtso Lake
In the morning, drive from Lhasa to Shigatse .On the way, drive over the Gampala pass (4790 m), and you will have a glimpse of Yamdrok-tso (4400m) .The Lake is surrounded by many snow-capped mountains and in the distance you can have spectacular views of Holy Mount Nyenchen Khangsar, (7191m) the highest mountain near Lhasa .
Karo La Glacier
Later, we will pass and enjoy the Korola Glacier on the roadside; At Manak Dam Lake, you can hang pray flag at Simila Mountain Pass; Then, we will arrive in Gyantse, historically Tibet's third largest city (after Lhasa and Shigatse).
Palkhor Monastery and Kumbum Stupa
In Gyantse, we will visit the famous Pelkor Monastery and Gyantse Kumbum and enjoy the Far view of Gyangtse Fortress.
Shigatse to EBC 350 km
Accommodations
Overnight in Rongpuk Guesthouse dormbed
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Breakfast in hotel
Tashilunpo Monastery
In the morning, we will visit the home of Panchan Lama - Tashilunpo Monastery. Then, we’ll leave Shigatse after getting your Alien’s travel permit, and then drive to Lhatse, it is a small town where you can have lunch.
Qomolangma National Nature Preserve
After that, we will pass Tsola Pass(4600M), and Gyatsola Pass(5248M). Shortly after we enter Mt. Everest National Nature Reserve, tourists can enjoy the panorama of Himalaya at Gawula Pass(5198m).Then we drive along the New zigzag road to Everest Base Camp(5200m). You can get closer to gaze at the Mt. Everest peak. The sunset of golden Everest peak if time and weather permits at the lodging area.
EBC–Saga (450km)
Accommodations
Overnight in Saga Musenlin Hotel, comfortable class
Rongbuk Monastery
In the morning, you can see the sunrise of Everest Peak if weather permits at the lodging area. Then we will visit the Rongbu Monastery - the unique highest monastery with nuns and monks living together. hen As we head to saga, you can view of the worlds’14th highest peak Mt.Shishapangma (8012m), and Turquoise Lake Peiku tso(4590m). If you are lucky enough, you are very likely to see wild animals like wild donkey, wild antelope etc.
Peikucuo Lake
On the way from EBC to Saga, tourists can enjoy breathtakign vista of Mt. Shishapangma and the Pekutso Lake.
Saga to Darchen, via Lake Manasarover (450km)
Accommodations
Overnight in Darchen Chongqing Hotel, comfortable hotel
Manasarovar Wetland
On the way to Darchen, you will have a chance to appreciate the stunning view of the Saga valley between Gangdise Range and Himayala Range. Meanwhile, the beautiful grassland and local's villages can also be seen. As we cross the Mayomla Pass(5112M), you can enjoy the spectacular vista of Mt. Naimonanyi(7694M). Then we are supposed to pass by the holy Lake Manasarover and finally arrive at the southern foot of Mt.Kailash, the most holy mountain in Tibet.
Darchen-Drirapuk (driving 7km, Trek 13km)
Accommodations
Overnight in Drirapuk Guesthouse, dorm bed
Mount Kailash
In the morning, we are supposed to take eco-bus from Darchen to Sarshung valley. Then we will meet Yaks and porters at Sarshung village. (the cost of hiring yaks, horses, and porters are not included in the package) After that, we can begain the trek (Around 13km) from Sarshung to Drirapuk Monastery along the Lachu valley and rivers. You can enjoy the both west and north face of mountain Kailash today. Finally, we will visit Drirapuk Monastery.
Drirapuk-Dzutrpuk (Trek 18km)
Accommodations
Overnight in Dzutrpuk Guesthouse dorm bed
Zhuomala Mountain Pass
Today, we will trek over Dromala pass(5630m), the highest pass of the Kora. On the way you can have a rest in a teahouse. All the way, you can see locals Tibetans prostrating in the Kora path and beautiful Kadoe Lake when walk downhill. We may also visit Zutulpuk Monastery.
Dzutripuk-Darchen (Trek 7km, driving 5km)
Accommodations
Overnight in Darchen Chongqing Hotel, comfortable class
Manasarovar Forest Park
On the day three of the kora. you will trek 7km to Zongto where you can take bus to Darchen. Along the Kora, you can see piles of Mani Stones. We will end the Trek around noon, rest in the lodging place. (Optional): Taking bath in Lake Manasarova and enjoy hot spring
Darchen-Saga (450km)
Accommodations
Overnight in Saga Musenlin Hotel, comfortable class
Saga County
Drive from Darchen to Saga via Lake Manasorova
Saga to Sakya (350km)
Accommodations
Overnight in Sakya Yuanfu Hotel, comfortable class
Sa'gya County
Drive from Saga to Sakya
Sakya to Shigatse (170km)
Accommodations
Overnight at Shigatse Shigayangcha hotel, 3 star
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Sakya Monastery
In the morning, we will visit ancient Sakya town and you can tour Sakya monastery with amzing murals and huge collection of scriptures and statues.Then we are abou to drive from Sakya to Shigatse.
Shigatse-Lhasa(280km)
Accommodations
Overnight in GangGyan hotel lhasa, 3 star
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Shigatse
We will follow Yalong Valley back to Lhasa. On the way, you can stand on the viewing platform to view the vast Yalong River bed and visit Water Mill making Tibetan Incense material (in Summer, if time permits). Drop off at hotel in Lhasa
Nyemo County
We will follow Yalong Valley back to Lhasa. On the way, you can stand on the viewing platform to view the vast Yalong River bed and visit Water Mill making Tibetan Incense material (in Summer, if time permits). Drop off at hotel in Lhasa
End the tour
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Lhasa
Congratulations, you have complete the 15 days long journey more than 2000kms. If you want to stay longer and book another tour in Tibet, or want us to assist to arrange airport/railway drop-off servicef, please contact us.
Options
15-Day Kailash Package
15-Day Kailash Package
What‘s Included
Liability travel insurance
English-speaking Tibetan guide
Service Charge & Government Taxes
Oxygen cylinder in the car (4L or 7L)
Lunch
Dinner
Tibet Handy Map
Tibet Travel Permit and other necessary permits for Tibet (excluding the Chinese L visa)
Entrance ticket fee of all tourist sites listed in the itinerary, Everest Base Camp Echo bus
All accommodation, Hotels with breakfasts based on twin-sharing in Lhasa and Shigatse
Transportation by comfortable van or minibus with experienced local driver (gasoline is included)
Pick-up / Drop-off service from Airport, train station to Lhasa
The Chinese Visa invitation letter if needed
Drinking water provided during the trip
platform service fee.
All lunches and dinners
Tips to driver and tour guide
Flight/train ticket to Lhasa(we can help if need)
Pickup points
Gongga Airport Hotel
Gongga Airport, Lhasa China
Lhasa Airport
Lhasa China
Cancellation Policy
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
Reviews
116 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Unforgettable Mount Kailash & Saga Dawa Experience
108tramanh,Jun 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our Mount Kailash tour during the Saga Dawa Festival was an incredible once-in-a-lifetime experience. The journey and Kailash Kora were challenging, but the stunning scenery, spiritual atmosphere, and festival celebrations made every step worthwhile. A special thanks to our guide, Phubu Tsering, for his knowledge, patience, and excellent support throughout the trip. Our driver, Nyima, was also fantastic, keeping us safe and comfortable on the long roads across Tibet. Everything was well organized, and the memories will stay with us forever. Highly recommended for anyone seeking adventure, culture, and a truly unique pilgrimage experience.
Discovering myself from the top of the world!
varunb501,Jun 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My incredible journey to Tibet started with a simple message to Tibet Vista. I was quickly connected with Laura from the sales team, who completely simplified the booking process and took the stress out of the technicalities for our Lhasa, Everest Base Camp (EBC), and Mt. Kailash itinerary. They say honesty is the best policy, a trait sometimes hard to find in the travel industry where some guides might just make things up as they go. Not Kiki. She was always upfront and truthful. Because local site conditions and access can change rapidly (especially during this years being the Saga Dawa year), Kiki was constantly working behind the scenes. She tirelessly checked with her local sources and the back office to ensure that before we even arrived at a destination, our entry and tickets were flawlessly sorted. Kiki truly made this trip unforgettable. Here is why she deserves the highest praise: - Deep Cultural Knowledge: Kiki understood the whys, hows, and whats of every historical site we visited. She didn't just recite facts; she went in-depth to give us a profound understanding of the significance and history of these sacred places. - Behind-the-Scenes Magic: We traveled roughly 1,400km from East to West (Lhasa to Mt. Kailash and back). The route is filled with complex regional checkpoints and paperwork (like the Tibetan Travel Permit). Kiki handled every single logistical hurdle flawlessly behind the scenes. As tourists, we never experienced a single delay or had to deal with any of the exhausting paperwork—she completely shielded us from the stress so we could simply enjoy the journey. - Going Above and Beyond: At EBC and Mt. Kailash, I mentioned a personal request: I wanted to photograph the Milky Way. Kiki immediately reached out to her network to find out the best plans and updated me with all the relevant details. Thanks to her extra effort, I had the most incredible 2:00 AM to 4:00 AM photography session with my group members. - Uncompromising Safety & Crisis Management: Traveling at such high altitudes is daunting, but our bus was always fully stocked with oxygen canisters, and Kiki constantly updated us on how to manage our changing altitude. Even when local porters were scarce due to the Saga Dawa festival, she managed to organize everything we needed. When a group member suffered from altitude sickness on the second day of the Kailash trek, Kiki’s true dedication shone. She prioritized her safety, staying behind to personally escort her back to Darchen, while seamlessly handing the rest of us over to a trusted substitute guide so our trek wasn't compromised. Finally, a special mention must go to Lobsang, our driver. Though he had a limited English vocabulary, his skills spoke volumes. Navigating those vast distances, he was always fresh, highly alert, and never once compromised on our safety to get us to our destinations. I cannot recommend this team enough, and Kiki is truly a hidden gem of a guide, going above and beyond to leave her tourists only with a smile and memories to g back with!
Mount Kailash Kora and Ali tour
AbbyH708,Jun 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We do selfdrive this round. And we always use the services from tibet vista. And Jigme be my guide for the 5th time. He always very helpful and explain well for our tour. Thank you
Booking of 15 day trip
madhups2024,May 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I have booked the 15 day trip with Tibet Vista in May. Mia Lee their senior consultant has been very good, compassionate, and proactive in her approach. She guided us fully and explained to us the complexity of the full trip. We are excited to go in September and would recommend Mia for anyone who wishes to undertake this trip
Tibet Awesome Trip
avasha2026,May 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tibet Vista’s guided tour was very enjoyable. The tour spots selection was awesome. My family and I especially enjoyed touring Potolla palace and viewing debating monks at the Sera monestary in Lhasa. Each day gradually increases in altitude, which helped us a lot for getting aclimated with the altitude. Our tour guide, Lhakpa Tenzin, was very knowledgeable on Tibetan history and the Bhuddist faith. He often provided interesting lectures regarding the many statues, chapels, and artworks shown at the many locations we visited. In addition, when I fell ill at Mt Kailash, he was very caring and proactive to ensure my safety. Our trip was fantastic and I would reccomend it to anyone.
Mt. Kailash tour
Kostiantyn N,May 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had some amazing time in Tibet with Lhakpa Tenzin being our guide on the way to Mt. Kailash. Overall planning, care and attention to us exceeded any expectations. Any questions or requests you have, they all were covered and answered. This is definitely an experience you'd like to repeat later in the same setup with Lhakpa :)
Transformative Tibet
V6843ACmichelleb,May 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What an amazing and transformative visit to Tibet, exceeded all our expectations! Felt in very safe hands with Tibet Tour- Kunchok our guide and Karma- kind and hospitable. We did the 17 day tour and highly recommend going to see Guge Kingdom well worth the extra couple of days. The people are beautiful. We had a small group on the bus tour all from around the world! We met some awesome people!! We completed the 3 day trek- without any prior training and new to altitude. I probably would get on stair master beforehand if I had to do it again it isn’t easy 😅 lucky to not get altitude sickness. But you need to be prepared!! Everest Base camp was a pure highlight and lucky to see her in her glory. It was truly an unforgettable experience! Thank you Tibet Tour!!!
The mystic of Mt Khailash
I2754FUnicog,May 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A dream became true with Tibet Vista. And it was more, than I expected. But only because our perfect guide Tserina and the safe and helpful driver Kal loū, all this was possible. Tibet is mytical and amazing. We started in Lhasa for 2 days to explore the city and get the peaceful feeling og Buddhism. Our guide Tserina was so perfect in explaining all Details of it in different monasterys. The next days we went to EBC and had a phantastic view on Everest in the sun. After some days with several monasterys we reached Mt Khailash with a lot of snow. It was very cold and the condition not easy to do the Cora. A lot of decisions had to make, but nothing was difficult for our guide Tserina. She managed everything easy. Thank you so much Tserina for this unfogettable time in Tibel Nico
Great Tibet trip to Kailash and EBC
router1998,May 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It is my honor to be part of 4/28 Kailash first group and have Lhakdon as my travel guide and Kaltse as my driver in this 15 days trip in Tibet. Lhakdon has profound knowledge of Tibet history and provided us great explanations for many questions. During the trip, she paid attentions to every details of our need and co-ordinate the complicated situations well. Her detailed oriented style really helped our group to achieve every goal in this trip. I really appreciated her great work. Kaltse is a perfect driver. He kept the safety of passengers as top priority and drives professionally. He takes care all our needs and stop as requested. He makes our trip so smoothly. Happy to have you as our trip safe guard.
Amazing trip
Safak G,May 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00It was well organised We had a very good driver and a guide (Kaltse and Lhakdon) I felt well supported. Doing Kailash Kora although it was tough completing felt very good and enjoyed it. I am in love with Tibet mountains and people. As Tibet opens to world more feel toilet problem will be solved. I advise anyone who likes hiking in mountains and and adventure to do this tour. yes, I am sure I believe you thank you.
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