Kailash and Manasarovar Journey
Travel across western Tibet to Manasarovar and complete the Kailash kora on a programme arranged around current access.
17 daysWestern Tibet and Kailash
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Kailash and Manasarovar via Lhasa
Combine Lhasa cultural visits with an overland journey to Lake Manasarovar and the Kailash walking circuit.
- Duration
- 24 daysOutline programme
- High plateau and Kailash kora
- TourLhasa, western Tibet and Kailash
- Season
- Late spring to early autumnAsk for current dates
- Experience
- Demanding high-altitude journeyTour
A closer look at the journey.
This programme approaches Kailash through central Tibet, beginning with a flight from Kathmandu to Lhasa and time for cultural visits. The journey then continues through Gyantse, Shigatse and the western plateau toward Lake Manasarovar. Rest time near the lake precedes the approach to Darchen and the start of the Kailash kora.
The full journey brings together cultural sites, long road stages and demanding high-altitude walking. The return in the reference programme is overland to Nepal, so the operating crossing and road connection must be confirmed before booking. Plan the kora, rest days and any non-walking alternative with the wider route, and allow time beyond the programme for your onward travel.
- Cultural time in Lhasa and central Tibet
- Lake Manasarovar before the kora
- A walking circuit around Kailash
The route, day by day.
This is an outline programme. The team will confirm the route and arrangements with you, allowing for weather, access and local conditions.
Day 1Arrive in Kathmandu
Begin the programme with your arrival connection and time to settle in. Meet the local team to review the journey ahead.
Day 2Kathmandu: sightseeing and preparation
Spend the day on the planned local visits, with walking and travel arranged around access and your interests.
Day 3Fly to Lhasa
Take the planned flight connection, subject to the operating schedule and weather. Coordinate the onward stage with the local team.
Day 4Lhasa: rest and sightseeing
Remain in the area with time to rest. Any local walk is selected with your guide according to the conditions and the group.
Day 5Lhasa: second sightseeing day
Spend the day on the planned local visits, with walking and travel arranged around access and your interests.
Day 6Travel to Gyantse
Continue the agreed road or onward travel stage, with stops and the overnight location coordinated locally.
Day 7Gyantse to Shigatse
Continue to the next stop on the programme, with local travel and visits coordinated by the team.
Day 8Shigatse to Lhatse
Continue to the next stop on the programme, with local travel and visits coordinated by the team.
Day 9Lhatse to Saga
Continue to the next stop on the programme, with local travel and visits coordinated by the team.
Day 10Saga to Paryang
Continue to the next stop on the programme, with local travel and visits coordinated by the team.
Day 11Continue to Lake Manasarovar
Continue to the next stop on the programme, with local travel and visits coordinated by the team.
Day 12Rest and acclimatisation near the lake
Remain in the area with time to rest. Any local walk is selected with your guide according to the conditions and the group.
Day 13Travel to Darchen
Continue the agreed road or onward travel stage, with stops and the overnight location coordinated locally.
Day 14Begin the Kailash kora
Follow the planned high-route stage when conditions allow. Your guide confirms the timing, pace and overnight arrangements.
Day 15Continue the kora over the high pass
Follow the planned high-route stage when conditions allow. Your guide confirms the timing, pace and overnight arrangements.
Day 16Complete the kora
Follow the planned high-route stage when conditions allow. Your guide confirms the timing, pace and overnight arrangements.
Day 17Travel toward the Mayum La area
Continue the agreed road or onward travel stage, with stops and the overnight location coordinated locally.
Day 18Continue to Paryang
Continue to the next stop on the programme, with local travel and visits coordinated by the team.
Day 19Paryang to Saga
Continue to the next stop on the programme, with local travel and visits coordinated by the team.
Day 20Travel toward the border region
Continue the agreed road or onward travel stage, with stops and the overnight location coordinated locally.
Day 21Nepal entry arrangements and onward transfer
The actual crossing and road stages are confirmed for the operating programme.
Day 22Return to Kathmandu
Continue to the next stop on the programme, with local travel and visits coordinated by the team.
Day 23Kathmandu: flexible day
Keep this day available for local exploration or adjustments to the preceding travel stages.
Day 24Depart Kathmandu
Complete the programme with the agreed departure transfer and onward travel arrangements.
A clear plan and quotation.
Request an itemised quotation for your group, dates and preferred level of support. Agree the inclusions before booking travel.
Services to discuss
- Local guiding and sightseeing arrangements
- Accommodation standards and the meal plan
- Ground travel and any flights shown in the agreed programme
- Site visits and any local access arrangements
Budget separately
- International travel and connections outside the agreed programme
- Personal travel insurance and personal equipment
- Drinks, personal purchases and optional activities
- Tips and changes requested beyond the agreed programme
Before you set out.
Discuss the sustained altitude, road stages and walking requirements before confirming the journey. The Kailash kora requires separate consideration from vehicle travel.
Accommodation: City hotels and simpler plateau accommodation, with guesthouse or camp arrangements around Kailash where relevant; the full plan must be agreed.
Use the trip preparation guide to plan equipment, travel documents and questions for the team.
Can the visits be tailored?
Discuss your interests and preferred pace with the team. Site access, opening times and travel connections shape the final daily order.
Are the border and road connections confirmed?
They must be confirmed for your travel dates before booking. The reference route does not establish that a particular border crossing or road is operating.
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Dates and quotation
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