Pilgrimage to the sacred Mountain of Tibet

Sacred spaces and stunning landscapes! Magnificent temples, mountain passes, snow-capped peaks, nomad camps, pilgrims – this is truly a journey to stir the senses and nourish the soul.
Explore the holy city of Lhasa - a city of marvels where history and art, commerce and religion meld into an unforgettable experience. Marvel at the great monastic complexes of Gyantse, Shigatse and Sakya.
The 3-day circumambulation of the world's most sacred mountain is tough, but clenses you of the sins of a lifetime - relax afterwards beside Lake Manasarovar, lengendary source of the four great rivers of South Asia.
Of all the destinations in Asia, this is the most sacred and sublime.

Where are you going?
Day 1: Arrive in Kathmandu or Chengdu.
Day 2: Half day walking tour, Kathmandu or Panda Breeding Center, Chengdu.
Day 3: Fly to Lhasa.
Days 4-6: Lhasa - explore this fantastic city including guided tours of the Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, Drepung & Sera Monasteries.
Days 7-8: A scenic drive to Gyantse where you visit Pelkor Choede & Gyantse Kumbum before the short drive to Shigatse.
Days 9-10: Tashilumpo Monastery, seat of the Panchen Lama and Sakya, once the heart of Tibetan political power.
Days 11-13: Magnificent valleys, herds of grazing yak, goats and sheep, passes topped by prayer flags and few permanent settlements mark the journey towards Tibet’s ancient heartland.
Days 14-16: The giant snow-topped pyramid of Kailash stands apart and distinct from those around it, dominating the landscape. The 53-kilometer kora is one of the most sacred of pilgrimage circuits in the world. The four great rivers (Brahmaputra, Sutlej, Indus and Ganges) have their source near Lake Manasarovar. It is an incredibly beautiful lake, usually cobalt blue, though can turn into an angry, churning black during storms.
Days 17-18: Retrace the route as far as Saga before turning south via the mirror-like Piku Tso (lake) towards Nyalam.
Days 19-20: Awesome passes are followed by the dramatic descent to Zhangmu and on to Kathmandu.
Days 21: Depart

What is Included

• Accommodation as per itinerary (Chengdu, Kathmandu, Lhasa, Gyantse Shigatse, Sakya - twin share. Other accommodation twin or multi share)
• Land transport as per itinerary
• Transfers (hotel-airport Kathmandu/Chengdu & airport-hotel Lhasa)
• Sightseeing as per itinerary (Chendu or Kathmandu; Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, Drepung, Sera, Pelkor Choede, Tashilumpo, Sakya, Mount Kailash)
• Yaks or porters to carry personal gear on kora
• English speaking interpreter/guide
• Permits & vehicle fees

What is not Included

• Personal expenses such as drinks, postage, laundry and souvenirs.
• Meals
• International flights and departure taxes
• Visa and passport fees
• Travel insurance
• Emergency evacuation
• Tips and gratuities
• Costs arising from unforeseen events outside the control of Royal Mountain Travel (eg. Landslides)