Welcome to Nepal! Upon arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, you’ll be greeted by our staff and transferred to your hotel. In the evening, enjoy a welcome dinner and a brief orientation about the trip ahead.
 

After breakfast, embark on a guided tour of the sacred Pashupatinath Temple and the serene Budhanilkantha Temple (Sleeping Vishnu). Return to the hotel for lunch, followed by free time to prepare for the journey ahead. At 5:30 PM, join a short briefing session that includes currency exchange and distribution of essential gear like down jackets.
 

Enjoy a breathtaking one-hour flight to Lhasa, offering spectacular views of Everest, Kanchenjunga, and other Himalayan peaks. Upon arrival, meet your Tibetan guide and take a scenic one-hour drive to Lhasa. The rest of the day is for acclimatization. Take it easy and soak in the serene atmosphere.
 

Today is free day in Lhasa with rest and relax for acclimatization purpose. However, if any of you are interested, we can arrange sightseeing tour of Lhasa city through the assistance of our Tibetan guide. Some of major attraction in Lhasa are: Potala Palace – a UNESCO World Heritage celebrated for its priceless treasury of Buddhist artifacts and bejeweled tombs of past Dalai Lamas. Potala Palace was also the tallest building in the world for 200 years following its construction in 1645. Equally breathtaking are the gardens and sacred spaces of the Norbulingka, the Dalai Lama’s summer residence. Jokhang Temple followed by Barkhor Markets – a bustling road lined with vendors where you can sample the smells and sounds of Tibet, or browse through the Thankas, masks, prayer beads and countless other treasures inherent to Tibetan custom and tradition. 
 

The group will travel along Friendship Highway, passing Khamba La (4794 m), where there will be the opportunity to appreciate majestic views of Yamdrok-Tso Lake, a deep blue body of water renowned for its unique beauty. The group will also see Nazin Kang Sang glacier standing proud at 7252m. Ahead to the west, we will come across another Karo La pass at 5045m. Following further journey, we will enter the town of Gyantse, a stunning example of a traditional Tibetan village filled with beautiful stone farmhouses. Gyantse Dzong and the Kumbum are the jewels of Gyantse, which we will see through drive journey while passing Gyantse town. Then we will take a 95 km drive further to Shigatse, the second largest city of Tibet. Tashilhunpo Monastery is the highlight of Shigatse, as it is one of the largest functioning monasteries in Tibet. This monastery is the residence or official throne of Panchen Lama built in 1447. This is a vast monastery with its own streets, housing sectors, plazas, back alleys and complex of temples and halls. If time permits you can visit on your own expenses. 
 

After early breakfast, we commence extensive destination towards our ultimate trip to Kailash. The finest highway drive to Saga is really scenic and enjoyable. You will pass some high passes and landscape view of some town and villages with lakes on the way. Reaching Saga, our tour leader will distribute the key of rooms for refresh & rest. In the meantime, our staff team will serve tea / coffee and dinner prepare by our cook.
 

Begin early to reach the sacred Lake Manasarovar and Mount Kailash, the pinnacle of the journey. Drive through Mayum-La Pass (5,200 m) and enjoy lunch near the Horchu River. Complete 70% of the Lake Manasarovar Parikrama before settling at Chiu Gompa.
 

Start the day with holy rituals, a Puja or Hawan, and a dip in the sacred lake. After lunch, drive to Darchen, the base camp of Mount Kailash, to prepare for the trek.
 

After breakfast, drive to Sherson near Yama Dwar and begin your trek to Diraphuk. The trek features gradual ascents with stunning views of Mount Kailash’s north face. Break for a packed lunch midway and continue to Diraphuk.
 

This is the toughest day of parikrama. The journey right from the beginning starts going uphill till to Dolma-La (5600 m.) then continue descending to the valley floor, the other side of Dolma-la pass. Dropping down from high pass, you will be lucky to site beautiful holy lake – Gauri Kunda at the right side underneath of hill. After continue descending valley, you will cross short glacier path and then will find tea shop for lunch break. Then after continue easy walk on flat trail but tedious with feel of similar landscape around and never ending. The last leg of the journey is along with the River Bank, up to Zutulphuk. The high light of the day is Shivasthal, Dolma-La and Gaurikunda which are on the way. 
 

Today, the trail is easy & flat, so you will complete the journey within 2 to 3 hours. We will be picked up at the ending point near Darchen by our vehicle, then transferred to Darchen, here you will get lunch and continue to Saga along with all group members. You will have last opportunity to view Lake Manasarovar on the way. We will be drop off at Manasarovar bus stand by Green Bus of Ngari region and will shift to another private bus from Lhasa. Then our journey will retrace back through same way. 
 

Retrace the scenic route back to Shigatse.
 

Travel back to Lhasa via the northern highway, soaking in the unique Tibetan landscapes one last time.
 

The last day in Tibet, we will be transfer to Lhasa airport after breakfast in the hotel. With our sweet memory, our guide will see off us from Lhasa airport. Upon arrival in Kathmandu, our transportation will transfer to the hotel in Kathmandu and be refresh and relax. 
 

Transfer to Tribhuvan International Airport for your departure flight, taking with your unforgettable memories of this spiritual journey.