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17-Day Guge Kingdom Trip With Kailash
Ngari, Tibet Autonomous Region From $2600Embark on a mesmerizing 17-day Guge Kingdom trip with Kailash to uncover the mystical beauty of Tibet. This journey invites you to explore sacred sites, ancient ruins, and awe-inspiring landscapes that reveal the soul of this unique land. Start with the spiritual heart of Lhasa, where the Potala Palace and Jokhang Temple showcase Tibetan culture and devotion.
Travel through high-altitude passes and shimmering lakes on your way to Mount Kailash, the holiest mountain revered by multiple faiths. Here, undertake the Kora pilgrimage, known to cleanse sins and renew the spirit. Experience the serenity of Lake Manasarovar, a mirror-like lake revered as sacred by pilgrims.
Continue your Guge Kingdom trip, an ancient realm in Tsada County with ruins, caves, and monasteries that tell stories of Tibetan history and art. This tour combines spiritual discovery with natural beauty, making it a perfect choice for those seeking a deeper connection to Tibet’s cultural heritage.
Insurance: Medical insurance is not compulsory for visa processing; however, we strongly recommend you purchase travel insurance in case any health issues arise during your trip.
Oxygen Cylinder: Our company will provide an oxygen cylinder in case of emergency. While oxygen is typically not needed, some pilgrims prefer to carry their own portable cylinders. You may purchase a small, portable oxygen cylinder in Tibet for approximately 20-30 Yuan each.
Food During the Tour: It is alway easy to get local meals in local restaurants. You can also order veg. and Mon-veg.
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Start your day with a tour of the Potala Palace, the winter palace of the Dalai Lama and a symbol of Tibetan culture. After lunch, explore Jokhang Temple, Tibet’s spiritual heart, where you’ll see the revered statue of Buddha Sakyamuni. Conclude with a stroll around Barkhor Street, joining pilgrims and locals for a traditional kora (circumambulation).
Overnight: hotel in Lhasa (4 star)
Visit Drepung Monastery, one of Tibet’s “great three” Gelug monasteries, followed by the Sera Monastery in the afternoon. At Sera, experience the lively monk debates, a unique Tibetan tradition.
Overnight: hotel in Lhasa (4 star)
Drive from Lhasa to Shigatse. En route, pass Yamdrok Lake and see Mount Nyenchen Khangsar. Continue to Pelkor Monastery and Gyantse Kumbum in Gyantse, Tibet’s third-largest city, before reaching Shigatse.
Overnight: hotel in Shigatse (3 star)
Visit Tashilhunpo Monastery, home of the Panchen Lama, then drive towards Everest Base Camp via Gyatsola Pass. At EBC, marvel at Mount Everest’s peak, with the chance to witness a golden sunset over the mountain.
Overnight: Hotel at EBC.
Watch the sunrise over Mount Everest if weather permits. Journey to Saga, passing Mount Shishapangma and Lake Peiku Tso along the way.
Overnight: Local hotel in Saga.
Travel from Saga to Darchen with scenic views of Saga Valley and the Gangdise Range. Pass the sacred Lake Manasarovar before arriving at Darchen, the starting point for the Kailash Kora.
Overnight: hotel in Darchen.
Begin your Mount Kailash Kora with a short drive to Sarshung Valley, then trek to Drirapuk Monastery. Enjoy views of Mount Kailash’s north and west faces.
Overnight: Guesthouse near Drirapuk Monastery.
Continue the trek over Drolma La Pass (5,630m), the highest point of the Kora, and visit Kadoe Lake en route to Dzutrpuk Monastery.
Overnight: Guesthouse near Dzutrpuk Monastery.
Complete your Kailash Kora trek, ending at Zongto. Return to Darchen for rest.
Optional: Enjoy a bath in Lake Manasarovar or the local hot springs. Overnight: Guesthouse in Darchen.
Discover the ancient Guge Kingdom in Tsada, visiting Tholing Monastery and Tsaparang with its incredible murals and cave city.
Overnight: Guesthouse in Tsada.
Travel back to Lake Manasarovar for another opportunity to enjoy its serene beauty.
Overnight: Guesthouse near Lake Manasarovar.
This Guge Kingdom trip showcases the best of Tibet’s cultural, natural, and spiritual landmarks, making the Kailash and Guge Kingdom tour an unforgettable journey.
The best time to undertake the Guge Kingdom trip is during the summer months, typically from May to September. During this period, the weather is more favorable, and road access to the pilgrimage sites is generally open. However, it is important to note that the region is subject to unpredictable weather conditions, so proper preparation is essential.
Yes, the Guge Kingdom Trip is physically demanding, especially the Kailash Trek (circumambulation of Mt. Kailash). The trek involves high altitudes (up to 5,600 meters), steep climbs, and long hours of walking. Pilgrims should be in good health, physically fit, and ideally acclimatized to high altitudes. Many travelers take Diamox (acetazolamide) tablets to help with altitude sickness.
Yes, pilgrims require a Tibet Visa and a Chinese Entry Permit to visit Kailash Mansarovar, as the pilgrimage passes through Tibet (China). The visa process is typically handled by the tour operator, and you’ll need to provide a valid passport and other documents for processing. Nepal Visa can be obtained on arrival at Kathmandu for most nationalities if you come from Nepal.
Accommodation varies based on the location. In Tibet, you’ll stay in 3-4-star hotels, you’ll find a combination of guest houses, mud houses, and simple hotels on a twin-sharing basis or dormitory-style rooms. For more remote locations, such as near Lake Mansarovar and Mount Kailash, the accommodation can be basic but functional.
For those who are unable to trek or prefer not to, the Kailash Kora (circumambulation) can be completed by vehicle on certain days. However, the Parikrama around the northern face of Mount Kailash (via the Kora route) is considered a spiritual and physical journey, and some pilgrims prefer to do it on foot to experience the full spiritual significance of the pilgrimage.
