Mount Kailash Panorama
SIGHTSEEING AND PILGRIMAGE TOUR

Lhasa to Mount Kailash Tour

  • Carefully curated tours to ensure your safety when visiting Mount Kailash with a well-paced 15-day itinerary
  • Authentic cultural experiences for your unforgettable memories
  • Complete the Kailash pilgrimage with an experienced and caring Tibetan guide
  • Travel with confidence: transparent booking terms and fast replies to help you prepare for the journey.
  • Affordable group tour options with regular departures
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Group tour visiting Mount Kailash in October 2023

Travel from Lhasa to Everest and into remote Western Tibet on this once-in-a-lifetime Mount Kailash adventure. Discover sacred monasteries, stunning Himalayan landscapes, and historical and cultural sites. Kailash is the sacred mountain of four religions: Buddhism, Hinduism, Bon, and Jainism. Complete the 52 km / 32-mile-long kora at high altitude (the highest peak at 5,640 m/18,500 ft.), a pilgrimage believed to cleanse karma and transform those who walk it.

The Fire Horse year 2026

2026 is a rare Horse Year.

It is regarded as one of the most powerful times to visit Mount Kailash and naturally draws pilgrims and travelers from around the world.

If this journey has been on your mind for a while, 2026 is a beautiful time to go, and we recommend booking early to secure your place.

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Tourists jumping for a photo when traveling in Tibet

“I travelled with Wonders of Tibet on the 15 Days Mount Kailash Pilgrimage Tour. Every member of the team that I met delivers high standards of service as mentioned by other clients in their reviews.”

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Group tour visiting Mount Kailash in August 2023

“The trip was enjoyable and interesting. It was a pilgrimage for me. I met with many interesting characters along the way. All of us in the group were above 70 years old. The journey was based on trust.”

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Red and white stupa and view on Mount Kailash

“I joined Wonders of Tibet for a 15-day Mt. Kailash tour in August 2023 and am very impressed with the high standard of organization. Very clear and prompt communication long before our arrival in Tibet and well designed itinerary to ensure we are fully acclimatised”

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Group tour visiting Mount Kailash in August 2023

“I travelled with Wonders of Tibet on the 15 Days Mount Kailash Pilgrimage Tour. Every member of the team that I met delivers high standards of service as mentioned by other clients in their reviews.”

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Lhasa to Mountain Kailash tour map

TOUR OVERVIEW

Main Attractions: Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, Drepung and Sera Monasteries, Yamdrok Lake, Kumbum Stupa, Tashi Lhunpo Monastery, Everest Base Camp, Rongbuk Monastery, Manasarovar lake, Chiu monastery and Mount Kailash.

Duration: 15 days

Cost: Prices start from $1965 (based on standard accommodation, double occupancy in the hotel rooms)

Maximum Elevation: 5,640 m/ 18,600 ft

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trekkers on the Kailash kora

INCLUDED

  • All necessary Travel Permits to travel in Tibet
  • All accommodations based on double occupancy
  • All entrance fees, tickets to the attraction sites, and monasteries outlined in the itinerary
  • Airport pick up and drop off
  • Ground transportation in a clean and comfortable vehicle
  • English-speaking Tibetan guide
  • Breakfast when staying in hotels in Lhasa and Shigatse
  • First Aid Kit
  • Oxygen supply

UPCOMING KAILASH TOUR DATES AND PRICES FOR 2026

  • June, 2026: Starting on 8th & 22nd. Price USD 2115
  • July, 2026: Starting on 5th & 21st. Price USD 2115
  • August, 2026: Starting on 2nd, 18th & 28th. Price USD 2115
  • September, 2026: Starting on 7th & 21st. Price USD 2115
  • October, 2026: Starting on 2nd & 16th. Price USD 1965

2027 Tour Dates

  • April, 2027: Starting on 25th. Price USD 2085
  • May, 2027: Starting on 6th & 21st. Price USD 2085
  • 2027 Special Saga Dawa Festival Tour: June 11th to June 25th. Price USD 2165. Saga Dawa Tour Details
  • June, 2027: Starting on 24th. Price USD 2165
  • July, 2027: Starting on 7th & 20th. Price USD 2165
  • August, 2027: Starting on 2nd, & 17th. Price USD 2165
  • September, 2027: Starting on 1st, 14th & 27th. Price USD 2165
  • October, 2027: Starting on 7th. Price USD 2085

MOUNT KAILASH TREK INFORMATION

Altitude change along Mount Kailash trekking tour

First Day: 20 km/ 12.4 miles. Ascent 335 meters.
Highlights: South and West sides of Kailash, Tarboche flagpole and stupa, Dira Phuk monastery

Second Day: 22 km/ 13.6 miles. Ascent 730 meters. Descent 850 meters.
Highlights: North and East side of Kailash, Drolma La Pass (5,640 m), Buddha footprint

Third Day: 14 km/ 8.7 miles. Descent 215 meters.
Highlights: South side of Kailash, Zutul Phuk

MOUNT KAILASH GROUP TOUR ITINERARY

You arrive at the Lhasa Gonggar Airport or the train station. The airport is 62 km/ 39 miles away from the city, and it takes approximately one hour to get to the hotel from there. On the way to Lhasa, you will enjoy beautiful views of the mountains. The train station is located in Lhasa, and you will only need a short transfer to the hotel.

Depending on the time of your arrival, you might have some free time to spend in Lhasa. Our guides will be happy to advise you on what you can do with your time in Lhasa. After you check in at the hotel, you are welcome to explore the city, visit nearby temples, do some shopping, try delicious Tibetan food in one of the local restaurants, or just take a rest.

Walking around Barkhor Street can be an excellent choice for your first day in Lhasa. You can join crowds of pilgrims, local Tibetans, and monks circumambulating the Jokhang Temple.

Most importantly, on your first day in Tibet, be sure to relax, enjoy your day, and allow some time for acclimatizing.

Lhasa 3,650m / 12,000ft Airport transfer ~1hr · 62km / 39mi Rest & acclimatise Hotel
  • Barkhor Square in front of the Jokhang Temple in Tibet
  • Tibetans walking on the Barkhor Street in Lhasa
  • View on Bakhor Street in Lhasa

Today we visit the two most important religious sites in Tibet.

The Potala Palace was the seat of the Dalai Lamas since the 17th century. We will then go inside and spend approximately 1.5 – 2 hours from the entrance gate to the exit. While there, you will see many of its most famous artifacts.

There will be free time for lunch after visiting the Potala Palace.

Next, we will walk towards the Jokhang Temple. It was built in the 7th century to display the Jowo Shakyamuni Statue – the statue of the 12-year-old Buddha before his enlightenment. The statue was created at the time when the historical Buddha lived. It is elaborately decorated with gold, jewels, and precious stones.

After visiting the temple, we recommend taking a walk around Barkhor Street.

Lhasa Walking tour ~5km Hotel
  • Potala Palace seen from the Chak Pori Hill in Lhasa Tibet
  • The view on the Living Quarters of the Dalai Lama in the Jokhang Temple
  • White Palace in the Potala Palace
  • Monks in the courtyard of Jokhang Temple
  • Two listening deer and the wheel of Dharma Jokhang Temple
  • Potala Palace view from the park in front of it
  • View on Potala Palace from Jokhang Temple in Lhasa, Tibet
  • Nunnery by the Potala Palace

We are visiting the two most important monasteries in the capital.

We will first visit Drepung Monastery, which once was the largest monastery in the world with over 10,000 monks living there. It was the residence of Dalai Lamas before the Potala Palace was built. There will be free time for lunch after the Drepung Monastery.

In the afternoon we are visiting Sera Monastery. It was founded by Tsongkhapa’s disciple in the 15th century. Nowadays it is famous for monks’ debate that you can witness. Debates are a very important part of learning and understanding Buddhism. Monks gather in the courtyard in the shade of the trees to refine their knowledge.

Lhasa Monk’s debate ~3pm Hotel
  • Two monks walking in Drepung Monastery, Lhasa
  • Main assambly hall of Sera monastery in Lhasa
  • Statues of Tsongkhapa and his two disciples in Sera monastery
  • Main Assembly hall of Drepung Monastery in Tibet
  • Sera Monastery in Lhasa
  • Drepung Monastery in Lhasa
  • Monks in Sera Monastery,Lhasa, Tibet

Today we will travel on some of the most beautiful roads in Tibet on our drive to Shigatse. Be prepared to take photos of the breathtaking views as we go up to the highest point of the day – Kamba La Pass (almost 4,800 meters / 15,750 ft).

Our next stop will be at Yamdrok Lake. It is one of the holy lakes in Tibet, and it is famous for its turquoise-colored water. After that, we will head towards Gyantse. On the way there, we will make a stop to see the spectacular glaciers. In Gyantse, we will visit the Pelkor Chode Monastery and Kumbum – the biggest stupa in Tibet.

Finally, we will reach Shigatse late in the evening and stay there overnight.

Lhasa → Shigatse ~360km / 224mi ~8-9hrs driving Kamba La Pass 4,794m / 15,728ft Pelkor Chode Monastery Kumbum Stupa Hotel
  • Stupa in front of Glaciers in Tibet
  • Yamdrok Lake
  • Kumbum Stupa in Gyantse, Tibet
  • Inside of the Gyantse monastery

Today we will be driving through towering mountain ranges, and going through several high passes and Everest viewpoints. We will reach a tent camp near the Everest Base Camp in the evening.

Depending on the traffic and weather conditions, we might have time to visit the Rongbuk Monastery – the highest monastery in the world.

We will stay in a tent for the night. You can order dinner and breakfast there as there is an English menu available.

Shigatse → Everest Base Camp ~340km / 211mi ~7hrs driving 5,050m / 16,568ft Rongbuk Monastery Tent camp overnight
  • Mount Everest and Rongbuk monastery in Tibet
  • Everest Peak seen from Northern side
  • Everest from Tibet side with prayer flags

On the way to Saga, we will see the Phelku Tso Lake surrounded by snow-peaked mountains. You can also see Shishapangma Mountain, one of the mountains above 8,000 meters (8027 m). After that, we will drive up to the high pass with a view of the grasslands.

We arrive at Saga in the evening to have dinner and check into the hotel.

Everest Base Camp → Saga ~355km / 222mi ~7-8hrs driving Phelku Tso Lake View on Shishapangma 8,027m / 26,335ft Hotel
  • Wild donkeys running in the grasslands of Tibet
  • Phelku Tso lake in Tibet
  • Valley views on the way to Saga

On the way to the Darchen, we will stop at the desert area filled with sand dunes (an unexpected change of landscape!). As we cross the Mayumla Pass (5112 m), you can enjoy the spectacular view of Mt. Naimonanyi (7694 m).

Today we will drive through Manasarovar Lake with distance view of Mount Kailash. After a short stop with a view on Manasarovar lake, we are continuously driving towards Darchen. Darchen is located by the Southern foot of Mount Kailash and it is the starting point of our trek around the holy mountain.

From Darchen you can see the Southern Face of Mount Kailash. In the evening, we will pack and get ready for the trek, we are leaving everything else in the hotel.

We are staying at the local hotel overnight. In Darchen you can hire a horse or a porter to help you on the trek (for an additional fee).

Saga → Darchen ~495km / 308mi ~8hrs driving Mayumla Pass 5,112m / 16,772ft Sand dunes stop Prepare for the trek Hotel
  • Wedge of grey geese in the sky above lake Manasarovar
  • Amazing Manasarovar Lake, the sacred lake in Western Tibet
  • Manasarovar lake

We will start our trek very early in the morning. We will be walking around the Kailash in a clockwise direction. From Darchen we will head west towards the area with the main prayer poll and the sky burial place. It is the area where Tibetans celebrate the Saga Dawa Festival, commemorating the day of Buddha’s birth, enlightenment, and death.

Later we will reach the first tea shop on the trek where we will stop for lunch.

In the afternoon, we will continue to the Dira Puk Monastery and stop there for the night (at a guesthouse). From the guesthouse, you will get a spectacular view of the north face of Kailash Mountain.

Darchen → Dira Puk 20km / 12.4mi 4,560m / 14,961ft → 4,860m / 15,945ft Tarboche flagpole South → West → North face of Kailash Early start Guesthouse
  • Traveling on horses around Mount Kailash in Western Tibet
  • First day of trekking around Kailash in Tibet
  • South face of the sacred Mountain Kailash in Tibet
  • West Face of the sacred Mount Kailash in Tibe
  • South face oif Mount Kailash in Tibet

On the second day, we will start the trek very early to go through the highest pass. First, we will walk to the tea house to have breakfast and prepare for crossing the pass. After we are done eating, we will start ascending the pass. The Dolma La Pass is 5,630 meters/ 18,600 ft. high.

Once you reach it, you can see the stunning views of the mountains and the lakes below. There are many colorful prayer flags that people hang there to spread their prayers with every gust of wind.

On the way down, we will cross the river and continue to the next tea shop for lunch and a short break. After that, we will walk to the Zutiulpuk Monastery where we will be staying overnight (in a guesthouse).

Dira Puk → Zutulpuk 22km / 13.6mi Dolma La Pass 5,630m / 18,471ft — highest point North → East face of Kailash Hardest day — early start Guesthouse
  • Dolma La pass the highest point of Kailash kora
  • Gauri Kund mountain lake during the ritual kora around sacred Mount Kailash
  • Eagle flying by the Karma Axe near Mount Kailash
  • Pass Mount Kailash Himalayas range Tibet Kailas yatra
  • Close up view of the North Face of Mount Kailash
  • Horse on the Mount Kailash kora

Today will be our shortest and easiest day. We will be walking through a gorgeous valley following the mountain river. Throughout the day we will see the east side of Mt. Kailash. We will be staying overnight at the hotel in Darchen.

Zutulpuk → Darchen 14km / 8.7mi East → South face of Kailash Easiest trek day Hotel
  • East Face of the sacred Mount Kailash in Tibet
  • Tibetan pilgrims walking kora around Kailash
  • Views on the third day of Kailash kora

In the morning, we will drive to the holy Lake Manasarovar (4558 m), where we will rest after our strenuous trek. We will see Rakshas-Tal Lake. It has a very beautiful bright color, but it is so salty that it is called the “dead lake”.

You can relax on the lake shore surrounded by snow-capped mountains and enjoy the beauty of the lake. In summer, you can see swans. There are always a lot of Tibetans and Hindus praying and walking around the lake.

Alternatively, you can visit a hot spring (approximately 10 min walk). The hot spring provides bathtubs and clean facilities.

We will stay by the Chiu Monastery (Guesthouse, dormitory rooms). We are staying at the guesthouse overnight. The guesthouse has dormitory rooms.

Darchen → Lake Manasarovar ~40km / 25mi ~45 min driving 4,558m / 14,954ft Rest day after trek Guesthouse
  • Chiu monastery near Manasarovar lake in Tibet
  • View on Mountain Kailsh
  • Chiu Monastery in Tibet

Today we will be driving from Manasarovar Lake to Saga. We will make some stops along the way to take photos.

First, we will drive approximately 4 hours to Parayang. From there you can enjoy the view of the mountains in the distance and yak herds. Sometimes, we can spot wild donkeys or antelopes grazing in the grasslands. After lunch, we continue to Saga. We are driving through vast grasslands, where many nomads set up their tents.

We are staying overnight in a hotel in Saga.

We will drive back from Saga to Shigatse, stopping at Langtso Lake. We will stay in a hotel in Shigatse.

In the morning we will visit Tashi Lhunpo Monastery, the seat of Panchen Lamas. This monastery was founded by the first Dalai Lama, and it is one of the most important monasteries in Tibet. You can take photos in some of the chapels for an additional fee.

We will take the Friendship Highway on the way back to Lhasa. It is the most direct route and usually takes around six hours to reach the capital. We will make several stops on the way to enjoy the views of the Brahmaputra River. In the afternoon, you might have some free time to prepare for your departure the next day.

Shigatse → Lhasa ~280km / 174mi ~4.5hrs driving Tashi Lhunpo Monastery Brahmaputra River views Hotel
  • Tashilhunpo Monastery in Shigatse, Central Tibet
  • Brahmaputra River in Tibet
  • Monks at Tashi Lhunpo
  • Tibetan Monastery
  • Tashilhunpo Monastery in Shigatse, Tibet
  • Kelsang Temple in Tashi Lhunpo
  • View on the Tashi Lhunpo monastery in Tibet

Please prepare in advance for your departure. It takes approximately one hour to drive to the airport and around thirty minutes to reach the train station. We will arrive at the airport three hours before your departure flight if you travel to Nepal and two hours before any domestic flight.

Lhasa Airport / Train station Airport: 2hrs before domestic flights

MOUNT KAILASH PILGRIMAGE ROUTE

Mount Kailash Pilgrimage Trek Route

First Day: 20 km/ 12.4 miles. Ascent 335 meters.
Highlights: South and West sides of Kailash, Tarboche flagpole and stupa, Dira Phuk monastery

Second Day: 22 km/ 13.6 miles. Ascent 730 meters. Descent 850 meters.
Highlights: North and East side of Kailash, Drolma La Pass (5,640 m), Buddha footprint

Third Day: 14 km/ 8.7 miles. Descent 215 meters.
Highlights: South side of Kailash, Zutul Phuk

Altitude change along Mount Kailash trekking tour

ALTITUDE ON MOUNT KAILASH TOUR

We start this tour to Kailash in Lhasa at an elevation of 3,650 meters. At this altitude, some travelers can experience mild symptoms of altitude sickness. We spend the first two days in Lhasa to acclimatize and continue the journey to higher areas. Along the way, we will be traveling through various high passes.

By the time we reach Mount Kailash, most travelers will acclimatize to trek around it. The highest point of the trek is 5,640 meters. We reach this high pass on the second day of trekking. If you want additional help while trekking, you can hire porters, horses, or yaks in Darchen before the departure.

Please, consult your doctor about traveling to high-altitude areas if you have any concerns. Your physician might prescribe some medication if it is needed. Always tell your guide if you experience symptoms of altitude sickness. All our guides are trained to respond and we always have an oxygen supply if you need it.

More information on how to deal with altitude sickness: 7 Tips for Altitude Sickness Prevention

HOTELS INCLUDED IN KAILASH GROUP TOUR

Lhasa:
Gang Gyan or BanakShol

3 nights

Twin room in Yak hotel, Lhasa

Tibetan-owned 3-star hotel in the Old Town, Central Part of Lhasa.

Shigatse:
Gesar VIP building

2 nights

Entrance of Gesar hotel in Shigatse

Beautiful 3-4-star hotel with spacious rooms in Tibetan or Western styles.

Saga and Darchen:
Nice local hotels

4 nights

In the room Norling hotel in Saga, Tibet

Simple and comfortable Tibetan-owned hotel with all basic amenities

GUESTHOUSES

In remote areas of Tibet, such as by Manasarovar Lake and while trekking, we don’t have any hotels, only guesthouses. They are very simple, with dormitory rooms. There is no shower and the toilet is outside with a pit hole. However, from these places, we can get some of the best views in Tibet: gorgeous Manasarovar Lake and sacred Mount Kailash.

When visiting Everest Base Camp, we are staying in the tent camp or guesthouse during the colder months when tent camp is closed. You can see more information and photos here:

EVEREST BASE CAMP

PACKING FOR MOUNT KAILASH TOUR

  • Sleeping bag (optional)
  • Inner sheet for your sleeping bag (optional)
  • Hiking boots, ideally waterproof. Gore-Tex could work great in a range of temperatures and even in snow.
  • Water bottle or thermos
  • Rain gear (poncho, backpack cover)
  • Umbrella
  • Small first aid kit and medications
  • Camera with spare memory card and battery
  • Power bank (Must have CCC certification if you are taking it on a flight to or from China)
  • Sunglasses and sunscreen
  • Hat and/or baseball hat for sun protection
  • Towel
  • Gloves
  • Personal toiletries, such as toothbrush and toothpaste, soap, wipes, hand sanitizer, shampoo, toilet paper, etc.
  • Binoculars
  • Money: Chinese Yuan is the only currency accepted in Tibet and there are virtually no ATMs when you leave the cities. Be prepared in advance and take the necessary amount for the duration of your trip outside of Lhasa
  • Personal Journal for making notes and writing a diary
  • flashlight or headlamp

This is only a recommended list. More information on what to pack and suggestions in the article:

PACKING LIST FOR TIBET

INCLUDED/ EXCLUDED IN TOUR PRICE

INCLUDED

  • All necessary Travel Permits to travel in Tibet
  • All accommodations are based on double occupancy. Contact us for a quote on a single-room supplement
  • Breakfast when staying in hotels in Lhasa and Shigatse only
  • Airport pick up and drop off
  • Ground transportation in a clean and comfortable vehicle
  • English-speaking Tibetan guide
  • All entrance fees, tickets to the attraction sites and monasteries outlined in the itinerary
  • First Aid Kit
  • Oxygen supply

EXCLUDED

  • Passport and Chinese visa fees
  • International airfare to and from China or Nepal
  • Photography fees inside monasteries
  • Flight or train tickets to Tibet
  • Lunch and dinner in the cities and all meals outside of Lhasa and Shigatse
  • Travel Insurance
  • Medical expenses
  • Tips for guides, drivers, and porters
  • Porter fees
  • Personal expenses: laundry, shopping, phone calls, etc.

WHY TRAVEL WITH US

Affordable Group Tours and Regular Departures

Travel with Local Tibetan Guides

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ABOUT MOUNT KAILASH TOURS IN TIBET

Hikers on the road towards Mount Everest

WEATHER IN KAILASH REGION

Kailash region in Tibet is located at an average altitude of over 4,500 meters / 14,750ft and can be a lot colder than lower altitude areas.

In summer, daytime temperatures average at 10°C / 51°F on average, reaching 14°C / 57°F on the warmest days. Even in summer, nights are quite cold with temperatures around +2°C / 36°F on average.

WEATHER IN KAILASH REGION
Minivan by the Yamdrok Lake in Tibet

CARS IN TIBET

For our group tours, we use a variety of cars depending on group size and weather conditions. On some days, we will be driving long hours and we are trying to arrange the most comfortable car for your journey.

Here you will find photos and descriptions of cars:

TRANSPORTATION IN TIBET
Minivan by the Yamdrok Lake in Tibet

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED TO TRAVEL TO TIBET

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months
  • When traveling through China: a Chinese visa is required for most travelers who are not visa-exempt (see details and visa application instructions in the “Chinese visa” resource linked below).
  • When traveling through Nepal, a Chinese group visa is issued in the Chinese Embassy in Kathmandu for travelers from Nepal (see details and visa application instructions in the “Chinese Group visa” resource linked below).
    Please note that this visa is currently issued only for groups of 5 people or more.
  • Tibet travel permits: We apply for all necessary permits for you in Tibet
CHINESE VISA CHINESE GROUP VISA

Minivan by the Yamdrok Lake in Tibet

TOUR RESERVATION AND CANCELLATION

It is best to start planning your trip in advance. Most travelers will need to apply for a Chinese visa first. After that, we need to apply for all necessary permits in Tibet, and it usually takes about 15 days to receive them.
That means processing all these documents can take about one month. That’s why it is best to plan your tour no later than 30 days before the tour starting date unless you already have a Chinese visa or hold a passport that allows visa-free travel.

We ask for a 15% deposit to secure your tour with us. This deposit is fully refundable up to 40 days before the tour starting date, minus any possible payment transfer charges from the bank or other services. If you cancel your tour with less than 40 days’ notice, you will be charged an amount equal to fifteen percent (15%) of the Tour Price. If you cancel your tour with less than 10 days’ notice, the cancellation fee is 25% of the tour cost, which we use to cover all expenses of arranging your tour.

TOURS VISITING MOUNT KAILASH

Canyon of Sutlej river in Ngari, Western Tibet

17 DAYS WESTERN TIBET: KAILASH AND GUGE KINGDOM

A private tour takes you from Lhasa, the capital of Tibet, to the most Western part of the country. This tour includes 3 days of trekking around Mount Kailash and visiting the Western part of Tibet. Ngari, the distant Western province, is famous for its clay forest geopark, Tibetan Buddhism studies centers – Thorling, Tsaparang, and meditation caves in the mountains.

TOUR ITINERARY
Tibetan pilgrim on Saga Dawa Festival at Mount Kailash

2026 SAGA DAWA FESTIVAL TOUR TO MOUNT KAILASH

This special tour takes you to the sacred Mount Kailash during the biggest festival of the year. Saga Dawa Festival is celebrated on the day of Buddha’s birth, enlightenment, and death. It attracts thousands of pilgrims from all around Tibet, India, and the world. You will see the greatest diversity of Tibetan national dress as people wear their best clothes for the festival.

TOUR ITINERARY

COMPLETE GUIDE: PREPARE FOR THE MOUNT KAILASH TOUR

All you need to know to get ready for the adventure of a lifetime. Information about required documents, ways to travel, the best season, what to wear and pack, how to prepare physically, and what to expect on your journey.

PREPARE TO VISIT MOUNT KAILASH

why Travel with us?

  • Affordable group tour rates and regular departures
  • Always local Tibetan guides and authentic experience
  • Excellent reviews from our clients
  • Absolutely no forced shopping
  • Support local Tibetan businesses
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CONTACT US TO PLAN YOUR MOUNT KAILASH TOUR

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9 Comments

    1. Thank you for your interest! We will have one group tour to Mountain Kailash in October, starting from October 1st.
      Please, let us know if you have any questions!

      Reply

    1. Dear Melissa,

      Thank you for your question!
      It is very cold in this region in winter and there and no tours. Tours to Kailash run from April until October.

      Thank you!

      Reply

  3. Please send me a quote & details for your tour starting on 1st October Mt Kailash.
    I am currently in Beijing.

    kindest regards,
    Jeremy

    Reply

  4. I am interested in going Oct 1st of 2020.
    May be by myself.
    I am not positive yet. I shall let you know soon as possible.
    I live in Canada, I am a female.

    Reply

    1. Dear Sarita,

      I am very happy that you wish to visit Mount Kailash. We have a group tour starting October 1st. The price for this tour is USD1925 per person. I sent information about all inclusions, visa process and ways to travel to Tibet to your email.

      Talk to you soon!

      Kalsang

      Reply

  5. Wow, what an incredible adventure! Trekking to the majestic Mount Kailash, the spiritual heart of Tibet, is truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

    Reply

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