Embark on our 13-Day Tibet Pilgrimage to complete the sacred Mount Kailash Kora. Start from Lhasa’s iconic Potala Palace, cross high Himalayan passes to holy Lake Manasarovar, then trek the 52km outer kora over Dolma La Pass. All Tibet permits, guide, transport & accommodation fully covered.
From The Sacred Spiritual Heart Of Lhasa, Home To The Majestic Potala Palace And Revered Jokhang Temple, Across Vast Ngari Highland Grasslands And The Crystal Waters Of Holy Lake Manasarovar, To The Divine Pyramid Peak Of Mount Kailash — This 13-Day Tibet Pilgrimage Guides You Along The Sacred 52-Kilometer Kora Circuit, Crossing Dolma La Pass To Complete A Once-In-A-Lifetime Spiritual Circumambulation Of The World’s Most Revered Holy Mountain.
Arrive at the Sunshine City in Lhasa, Lhasa Railway Station/Lhasa Gongga Airport, tour guide or working personnel raises signs/Xianhada to welcome the group, and drive to the city hotel to stay and rest to adapt to altitude sickness.<DINING: EXCLUDED> <ACCOMMODATION: LHASA>
After breakfast at the hotel, you will drive to the Potala Palace, a palace style building built in the early 7th century, a world cultural heritage site. Go to the Yaowang Mountain Observation Deck and take a group photo with the RMB 50 scenic spot .
Then, you will drive to the Jokhang Temple, a Tibetan Buddhist temple built in 647 AD, which houses golden statues of Buddha Shakyamuni at the age of 12. City Walk shuttles through the ancient path of turning scriptures on Barkhor Street, walking side by side with believers and appreciating the sentient beings and man's world. <DINING: B. D> <ACCOMMODATION: LHASA>
After breakfast in the hotel, you will go to Zhaji Temple, the only temple of God of Wealth in Tibet, to pray.
Then, you will travel along the Yaye Expressway to Tashilhunpo Monastery was built in 1447 and is one of the six major monasteries of the Gelug sect of Tibetan Buddhism. It has been the residence of Panchen Lama throughout history, and the temple is amazed by its magnificent architecture, exquisite art, and long history. <DINING: B> <ACCOMMODATION: NYINGCHI>
After breakfast at the hotel, you will pass through the Jiacuola Pass in Dingri to reach the Everest National Park. Transfer to a sightseeing bus and arrive at the Everest Base Camp and look up at the world's highest peak.
Then, you will visit the Rongbuk Monastery the highest temple in the world, which was founded in 1899.<DINING: B> <ACCOMMODATION: EVEREST SCENIC SPOT>
After breakfast at the hotel, you will bid farewell to Qomolangma and traverse the Jiawula Pass with its 108 hairpin turns. It is the only observation deck in the world that allows you to admire five 8000 meter snow capped peaks. From here, you can enjoy views of Makaru Peak, Lhotse, Qomolangma, Cho Oyu, and Mount Shishapangma (arranged from left to right).
From a distance, you can see the Mount Shishapangma passing through Peigu Cuo and arriving at Sagar.<DINING: B> <ACCOMMODATION: LHASA>
After breakfast at the hotel, you will arrive at Lake Manasarovar at an altitude of 4587 meters via Maquan River Wetland Park, also known as Mafa Mucuo. It means "Incompetent Victory Lake". It is the most transparent freshwater lake in China and is called one of the three "holy lakes" in Tibet. Later, visit the Ghost Lake in Laongcuo, which is separated from it. <DINING: B> <ACCOMMODATION: DARCHIN>
Enjoy a distant view of the sacred Mount Kailash. Its name means the treasure of snow capped mountains, and it is the hometown of the Tubo Dynasty and the Xiangxiong Dynasty who believed in the Yongzhong Benbo religion. Yongzhong Benbo religion is the primitive religion of the Tibetan people. It is a precious treasure for all sentient beings to escape suffering and find happiness, to achieve peace in the world, and to save suffering, difficulties, and universal salvation..
Kora Route: Tachien → Prayer Flag Square → Chugu Temple → Zhire Temple -
Prayer Flag Square: One of the important landmark starting points of the Kora. A large number of prayer flags can be seen fluttering here. (Note: "Prayer flags" refer to the colorful flags inscribed with Buddhist scriptures in Tibetan culture, which are believed to spread blessings with the wind.) -
Chugu Temple: Perched on the edge of a cliff, the temple offers a spectacular view. From here, you can overlook Lake Manasarovar, a sacred lake in Tibetan Buddhism. -
Zhire Temple: Today’s accommodation spot. The facilities here are relatively basic, but you can enjoy a brilliant, star-studded sky at night.
Warm Reminder: Maintain a steady pace during the Kora. Avoid walking too fast or running to prevent altitude sickness. <DINING: B> <ACCOMMODATION: ZHIRE TEMPLE>
Kora Route: Zhire Temple → Sky Burial Ground → Drolma La Pass (5,630m) → Zuchu Temple → Tachien -
Sky Burial Ground: Located at an altitude of 5,300 meters, this spot offers an unobstructed view of the main peak of Mount Kailash. (Note: Sky burial is a traditional Tibetan funeral practice, and visitors are expected to show respect by maintaining silence and refraining from taking photos.) -
Drolma La Pass: The highest point of the entire Kora route, sitting at an altitude of 5,630 meters. Here, you can hang prayer flags to pray for blessings. Below the pass lies the Lake of Compassion (Tibetan: Tso Kar), a lake believed in local tradition to cleanse one of sins. -
Zuchu Temple: After crossing Drolma La Pass, you will reach Zuchu Temple after a certain distance, and beyond the temple begins a long section of the route that runs along the river valley.
Warm Reminder: Maintain a steady pace during the Kora. Avoid walking too fast or running. Today's route reaches a very high altitude (5,630m). Please pay close attention to your physical condition and take all necessary precautions against altitude sickness. <DINING: EXCLUDED> <ACCOMMODATION: ZUCHU TEMPLE>
Route: Zuchu Temple → Darchen (Final segment of the Kora)
Description: Today's trek covers about 12 km and takes approximately 4-5 hours. The trail follows an open river valley with good, gentle terrain. It's a time to relax, walk at ease, and reflect on the insights and awe gained from the past days of kora. You will arrive in Darchen in the afternoon, successfully concluding your unforgettable Mount Kailash Kora pilgrimage.
After breakfast at the hotel, you will pass by Gongzhucuo, which means Zhongliu Lake, with an altitude of 4768 meters. It belongs to a saltwater lake and the lakeside is a natural pasture.
In the evening, you will check into Saga County.<DINING: B> <ACCOMMODATION: SAGA>
After breakfast at the hotel, you will pass by the National Highway 219, the lake in Langcuo has an elevation of 4300m and an area of 12.1km ². Surrounded by mountains, the lake shore is steep. There is a small island in the lake with a unique scenery.
In the evening, you will check in Shigatse. <DINING: B> <ACCOMMODATION: SHIGATSE>
After breakfast at the hotel, you will visit Tashilhunpo Temple, which was built in 1447. It is one of the six major Gelug sect's temples in Tibetan Buddhism. It is also the residence of the Panchen Lama throughout history, and the temple has left the world amazed with its magnificent architecture, exquisite art, and long history.
Then, you will return to Lhasa via the expressway and the picturesque Yarlung Tsangpo River Valley.
<DINING: B. D> <ACCOMMODATION: LHASA>
Today our guide and driver will send you to the airport or train station and it is time to say your good bye and depart to your next destination. End the trip officially.
Warm Hint：
Before leaving, please recheck if all your belongings are complete to avoid any omissions.<DINING: B> <ACCOMMODATION: EXCLUDED>
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