Pilgrimage10-12 Days

Mount Kailash Parikrama

The Mount Kailash Parikrama is a focused spiritual trekking tour completing the sacred 52km circumambulation of Mount Kailash. Considered the holiest trek in Asia, crossing the hig...

Duration
10-12 Days
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Max Altitude
5,630m
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Difficulty
Challenging
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Group Size
2-15 People
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Start Point
Lhasa / Kathmandu
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Best Season
May - September

Tour Overview

The Mount Kailash Parikrama is a focused spiritual trekking tour completing the sacred 52km circumambulation of Mount Kailash. Considered the holiest trek in Asia, crossing the high Dolma La Pass at 5,630m. The parikrama is believed to cleanse all sins of a lifetime.

Tour Highlights

3-Day sacred Kailash Parikrama Trek (52km)
Cross holy Dolma La Pass (5,630m)
Dirapuk & Zuthulpuk Monasteries
North face view of Mount Kailash
Lake Mansarovar Darshan
Potala Palace in Lhasa
All permits included
Expert high-altitude guides

Day by Day Itinerary

Day 1

Arrival in Lhasa

Arrive in Lhasa. Meet guide, transfer to hotel. Acclimatization rest day. Evening Barkhor walk.

🏨 Lhasa Hotel🏔️ 3,650m
Day 2

Lhasa Sightseeing

Visit Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple and Barkhor Street. Prepare for the trek ahead.

🏨 Lhasa Hotel🏔️ 3,650m
Day 3

Lhasa to Shigatse

Drive to Shigatse via Yamdrok Lake and Karo La Glacier. Visit Tashi Lhunpo Monastery.

🏨 Shigatse Hotel🏔️ 3,900m
Day 4

Shigatse to Darchen via Saga

Long drive west to Darchen — starting point of the Kailash Parikrama. Pass Pelku Tso Lake.

🏨 Darchen Hotel🏔️ 4,560m
Day 5

Darchen - Lake Mansarovar Day Trip

Day trip to sacred Lake Mansarovar for prayers, puja and holy bath. Return to Darchen.

🏨 Darchen Hotel🏔️ 4,560m
Day 6

Parikrama Day 1 - Darchen to Dirapuk (12km)

Begin the sacred circumambulation. Trek through Tarboche and along the Lha Chu River to Dirapuk Monastery with breathtaking north face views of Kailash.

🏨 Dirapuk Guesthouse🏔️ 5,210m
Day 7

Parikrama Day 2 - Cross Dolma La Pass (22km)

The most sacred and challenging day. Climb to Dolma La Pass (5,630m). Descend to Zuthulpuk Monastery. 8-10 hours trekking.

🏨 Zuthulpuk Guesthouse🏔️ 4,760m
Day 8

Parikrama Day 3 - Complete the Kora (18km)

Final leg of the parikrama returning to Darchen. Completion of the sacred circuit!

🏨 Darchen Hotel🏔️ 4,560m
Day 9

Darchen to Shigatse

Begin return journey. Long drive back east towards Shigatse.

🏨 Shigatse Hotel🏔️ 3,900m
Day 10

Shigatse to Lhasa & Departure

Drive back to Lhasa. Transfer to airport. Tour ends with blessed memories.

🏨 Departure🏔️ 3,650m

Price Includes / Excludes

✅ Price Includes

All accommodation (twin sharing)
English speaking Tibetan guide
Tourist vehicle & driver
Oxygen supply
All entry tickets
Mineral water daily
Tibet Travel Permits
Breakfast daily

❌ Price Excludes

Flight tickets
Personal expenses
Gratuity to guide and driver
Tibet Visa fee
Travel insurance
Lunch & dinner
Personal gear & equipment
Starting From
Contact for Price
Per person (twin sharing)
Duration10-12 Days
DifficultyChallenging
Max Altitude5,630m
Group Size2-15 People
Best SeasonMay - September

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