This journey starts from Kathmandu after one full day rest in an ancient capital of Nepal's. We then take a scenic flight to Lhasa with spectacular mountain views and Tibetan landscape. We spend three nights in Lhasa a Buddhist Capital visiting the famous Potala Palace, the Jokhang, great monasteries and walk through the bustling Barkor market before taking drive towards Manasorvar. We drive through central Tibet via Yamdrok Tso (Turquoise lake), to the historical towns of Gyantse and Shigatse and further by 4-WD jeeps to the famous Rongbu Monastery and day-hike to North Everest Base camp from where the views of the North Face of Mt. Everest is awesome.Continue across the Tibetan Highlands, following the great Yarlung Tsangpo river valley, to the sacred landscape of Lake Manasarovar and Mount Kailash.

The breathtaking views of the snow-capped peaks as well as the views of Tibetan countryside will make the journey an unforgettable one. Witness Buddhist prayer ceremonies, visit the homes of local Tibetans and observe religious customs to help understand the Tibetan religion and life.

After exploring the lake and surrounding area we will follow the 3-day pilgrimage trail around the holy mountain to complete an once-in-a-lifetime kora or parikrama. Afterwards, driver back to Kathmandu.

Day 01 Upon arrival transfer to hotel/welcome dinner followed by brief/hotel
Day 02 Day at leisure/hotel
Day 03 Fly to Lhasa in Tibet (3750m) / Hotel
Day 04 Lhasa sightseeing/hotel
Day 05 Lhasa Sightseeing/hotel
Day 06 Drive to Gyantse via Yamdrok lake/hotel
Day 07 Drive to Shigatse/hotel
Day 08 Drive to Xegar/camp
Day 09 Drive to Rongbuk/camp
Day 10 Excursion to Base Camp and back to Rongbuk/camp
Day 11 Drive to Saga/camp
Day 12 Drive to Dongba/camp
Day 13 Drive to Manasorvar (4440m)/camp
Day 14 Explore Manasorvar, at leisure
Day 15 Drive to Darchen (4600m) and trek or Drive to Tarboche about 2 hr
Day 16 Trek to Dira Phuk Gomba (4800m), about 5-6 hr
Day 17 Trek over Dolma La pass [5630m] camp before Zuthrulphuk Gompa (5050m), about 7-8 hr
Day 18 Trek and drive to North Manasarovar Lake (4440m),
Day 19 Rest at Manasarovar Lake (4440m)
Day 20 Drive to Paryang (4050m), about 5-6 hr or Alternative camp at Dongba
Day 21 Drive to Saga (4300m), about 7 hr or Alternative camp at Piku Tso
Day 22 Drive to Nylam. (3600m), about 6-7 hr or alternative overnight at Zhangmu
Day 23 Drive to Kathmandu ( 1350m), about 6-7 hr
Day 24 Day at Leisure/shopping day/dinner/hotel
Day 25 Drive to airport for return journey

Note: Extension of this tour to visit the ruins of the Guge Kingdom at Tsaparang & Tholing is possible. Customized itineraries for private groups are available. Please contact us for details.

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