Mount Kailash Tour With EBC Via Lhasa Cost and Itinerary 2026

The first week of the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra via Lhasa and EBC are carefully planned to complete the Tibet Visa Processing and official travel permits required for the Kailash EBC Tour via Lhasa Package. Staying in Kathmandu offers a smooth and gentle beginning to the Lhasa Everest Base Camp Tour, allowing travelers to rest, attend detailed briefings, and prepare mentally for the upcoming Everest Base Camp Kailash Tour. This phase helps the traveler’s body to gradually adapt to altitude before entering into the high-altitude Tibetan Plateau Adventure.

required visa and permits are being processed, travelers can enjoy short and meaningful excursion tour within Nepal, as it allows you to explore some hidden gems of country while enhancing both acclimatization and the spiritual readiness for the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra with Everest Base Camp Via Lhasa. You can visit to UNESCO World Heritage sites in Kathmandu valley such as Swoyambhunath, Kathmandu Durbar Square, Changunarayan Temple. There are other optional trips to Pokhara, Chitwan, Lumbini, Janakpur or short treks like the 3-day Nagarkot Chisapani Trek.

On Day 7 of our Kailash Mansarovar Yatra via Lhasa and EBC, we will take a direct flight from Kathmandu to Lhasa which is a key start to the Kailash Everest Base Camp Tour via Lhasa and Lhasa Everest Base Camp Tour. The flight generally takes about 1–1.5 hours from Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport to the Lhasa Gonggar Airport. During this scenic flight over the majestic Himalayan Plateau, it offers spectacular views of towering peaks on the way, including a rare opportunity to witness the Mount Everest from the left side of the aircraft.

Upon arrival in Lhasa, which sits high on the Tibetan Plateau at an altitude of around 3700 meters, the rest of the day is devoted to acclimatization as you begin the Lhasa to Mount Kailash via Rongbuk EBC Tour. You’ll be transferred to your hotel, take time for good hydration, and relax to adjust to the altitude gain before starting the Everest Base Camp Kailash Tour. In the evening, a short stroll around nearby markets or local streets lets you soak up Tibetan culture and gently prepare for the spiritual journey ahead.

Lhasa sightseeing during the Kailash EBC Tour via Lhasa is truly an enriching experience which combines culture, spirituality and the history. The morning is spent visiting to the iconic Potala Palace, which is former home to the Dalai Lama and offers beautiful panorama of Lhasa city. From there, travelers visit towards Barkhor Market and the sacred Jokhang Temple, where pilgrims from across the Tibet region perform Kora and Prayers, making deeply spiritual atmosphere in the heart of Lhasa.

Then we proceed to Sera Monastery, Drepung Monastery, and Norbulingka, which will allow us to experience and appreciate Tibetan monastic architecture and rituals, and the practices that have been part of the Tibetan way of life for many centuries. Engaging in these practices will allow us to appreciate Tibetan culture and art and understand the beliefs that mentally and spiritually prepare us for the journey ahead. The combination of cultural immersion and spiritual practices will enrich our time in Lhasa and prepare us for the sacred journey ahead.

Today’s journey of the Kailash EBC Tour via Lhasa begins from Lhasa and ends at Shigatse along the classic Lhasa to Kailash and Mansarovar Overland Tour route. We will drive across the vast Tibetan Plateau, by passing through serene landscapes, fluttering prayer flags and the wide-open valleys which create a calm and reflective atmosphere along the journey. The Lhasa to Shigatse route crosses high mountain passes which includes Kamba La (4,794 meters) and Karo La (5,034 meters) and offers a spectacular view of glaciers and snow-covered peaks. A scenic stop at the Turquoise Lake Yamdrok adds a beauty while we supporting gradual acclimatization during our Mount Kailash Mansarovar Yatra via Lhasa.

After descending from the high passes, we will drive towards Gyantse, where the historic Pelkor Chode Monastery reflects the Shigatse region’s rich spiritual and architectural heritage. Along the way, travelers can observe grazing yaks, traditional villages and the expansive valleys which showcase the Tibetan daily life. By late afternoon we will reach Shigatse which is the Tibet’s second largest city and home to the revered Tashilhunpo Monastery. Upon arriving at Shigatse, we will visit Tashilunpo Monastery which resides the second highest spiritual authority in Tibetan Buddhism, the Panchen Lama. This spiritually and meaningfully rich day marks as an important milestone in our Lhasa to Mount Kailash EBC Tour, which integrates both cultural and spiritual enrichment while appreciating the pristine beauty of the Himalayas.

Today, the Kailash Everest Base Camp Tour via Lhasa changes its focus towards the legendary Everest region. After having breakfast, we will depart from Shigatse and the total drive of around 333 Km continues along the expansive Tibetan Plateau, traditional settlements and the highland landscapes while gradually guiding travelers and pilgrims towards Tingri and the Everest Base Camp Lhasa Route. After enjoying lunch at Tingri, a short 7 km drive will take us to Pang La Pass (5,210 meters), where the breathtaking panoramic views of Mount Everest, Makalu, Cho Oyu and Shishapangma await us.

From Pang La Pass, our Kailash Mansarovar yatra with Everest Base Camp via Lhasa route descends towards Tashi Dzong. From Tashi Dzong, we will take a short eco van drive of about 40-45 km towards Rongbuk Monastery which is situated at an altitude of around 5,000 meters, making it as the highest monastery in the world. According to recent rules, pilgrims or travelers are not allowed to have the direct access to the North Everest Base Camp, so closest view of Mount Everest can be observed from Rongbuk Monastery only. Located just 8 km from the North Everest Base Camp, Rongbuk Monastery offers one of the majestic and closest views of the north face of Mount Everest (8,848.86 meters), by providing a truly unforgettable spiritual and Himalayan experience. Travelers will be staying at nearby guesthouses from Rongbuk Monastery and witness the golden sunset and sunrise over the giant Mt. Everest from monastery, completing one of the major highlights of the Lhasa to Mount Kailash via Rongbuk EBC Tour. experience

The journey from Rongbuk Monastery to Saga is a key moment for travelers as they are heading from Mount Everest toward Mount Kailash in western Tibet region. Today’s route covers approximately of 300 km (186 miles) across the high-altitude Tibetan Plateau and typically takes around 6 to 7 hours of driving, which depends on road conditions and the extra stops. After having breakfast, we will depart from Rongbuk Monastery and begin the scenic drive across the vast Tibetan landscapes, while gradually descending towards Saga. Today’s drive is famous for its breathtaking Himalayan vistas and the transitions through the remote Tibet regions. Before leaving from Rongbuk Monastery, most travelers enjoy the jaw dropping sunrise view over the North Face of Mount Everest.

Along the way, we will see Peiku Tso Lake, a beautiful alpine lake at 4,591 meters, with stunning turquoise waters and great photo opportunities for travelers and pilgrims. The route also provides the impressive sight of Mount Shishapangma (8,027 meters) the 14th tallest mountain in the world and the only one above 8,000 meters that is entirely within Tibet China. Travelers will cross several high mountain passes, including Gongtang La Pass, which offers panoramic Himalayan views before arriving at Saga. Saga town is also called as “Happy Land” and upon reaching Saga town, it provides good rest, acclimatization and time to explore the places such as Saga Monastery and nearby natural hot springs. This peaceful stop at Saga prepares travelers and pilgrims for the upcoming Holy Lake Mansarovar Tour and Mount Kailash Parikrama.

Today is one of the longest and the most rewarding days of the Kailash Mansarovar Tour via Lhasa as we drive towards Lake Mansarovar from Saga via Paryang. The total distance from Saga to Lake Mansarovar covers about 450-510 km and takes about 8-9 hours of driving. Upon leaving Saga, the journey follows the sacred Saga to Mansarovar road trip which appears vast plains, alpine meadows and the remote Tibetan settlements which passes through scenic Saga valley, Zhongba and Paryang. After crossing the high Mayum La Pass (5,200 m), the route enters the Ngari Plateau and enhances the spiritual feeling of the Mount Kailash Mansarovar Yatra via Lhasa.

After descending from the Mayum La Pass, the first breathtaking glimpse of Holy Lake Mansarovar welcomes us to the Mansarovar region, which is surrounded by Mount Kailash, Guru Mandhata and the contrasting Rakhsas Tal. This day is considered as one of the major sacred highlights of the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra Tibet. Upon reaching Mansarovar Lake which is located at an altitude of 4,590 meters, pilgrims spend time here performing holy bath, prayers, rituals and the meditation, as it is believed to cleanse the past karmas and is a part of the Lake Mansarovar Pilgrimage. This spiritually important day prepares travelers for the upcoming Mount Kailash 52 Km Parikrama (Kora).

Our day begins with a peaceful morning at the Holy Lake Mansarovar, which is one of the most sacred moments during our Kailash Mansarovar Yatra via Lhasa and EBC. Pilgrims spend more time here absorbing the spiritual energy of the Mansarovar Lake, performing prayers, taking holy dips and other rituals as part of the Mansarovar Lake Pilgrimage. If time allows, we will visit to Chiu Monastery and Rakshas Tal after having breakfast. Visiting these sites adds more depth to our Himalayan Pilgrimage. This gentle morning perfectly starts the spiritual flow of our Lhasa to Kailash and Mansarovar Overland Tour.

After that we will take drive of 1.5 to 2 hours which covers total distance of 40-50 Km towards Darchen across the vast Tibetan Plateau Adventure. This road journey brings us closer to the sacred Mount Kailash at every moment. Darchen located at an altitude of 4,675 meters is the gateway and official starting point for Kailash Outer Circuit Trek. Upon reaching Darchen, we will take proper rest, acclimatization and preparation for trek ahead, as from tomorrow we will begin our official Mount Kailash Outer Parikrama Journey. The rest day at Darchen is really important as it helps to prevent travelers or pilgrims from altitude sickness risk during Kailash Mansarovar Yatra with Everest Base Camp via Lhasa. This pause also helps pilgrims to prepare mentally and physically during Kailash EBC Tour via Lhasa Package.

Today marks as the important spiritual beginning of our Mount Kailash 52 Km Outer Parikrama, and is the most sacred part of our Kailash Mansarovar Yatra via Lhasa and EBC. After taking a short 6 km drive from Darchen, we will reach Yam Dwar. Yam Dwar is also known as “Gateway of the God of Death”. Yam Dwar is named after Hindu God of Death, Yama, who himself is believed to guard the entrance to the divine realm of Lord Shiva. From here our official walk starts and the trail follows towards Lha-Chu valley through rocky paths, fluttering prayer flags and the small monasteries which creates a true and deep spiritual atmosphere.

The trek from Darchen to Derapuk is about 12-15 Km which takes 5-7 hours at a gentle pace, while supporting proper acclimatization and preventing altitude sickness risk during Kailash Mansarovar Yatra with Everest Base Camp via Lhasa. Upon arriving at Derapuk, which is situated at an altitude of 5,080 meters, pilgrims and travelers visit the historic Derapuk Monastery and witness the jaw dropping north face of Mount Kailash rising dramatically ahead. This moment during Kailash EBC Tour via Lhasa Package is one of the most powerful experiences, before we spend overnight in a simple guesthouse.

The second day of the Mount Kailash Parikrama (Kora) is the most challenging section of Kailash Mansarovar Yatra with Everest Base Camp via Lhasa Package. We will start our day early from Derapuk and the trail ascends gradually through the Jarok Donkhang towards Shiva Tsal. Shiva Tsal is a sacred place where pilgrims leave different symbolic offerings, as it is believed to clear the past karmas. This day of the Derapuk to Zuthulpuk trek tests the physical endurance of pilgrims and travelers while deeply enriching the spiritual essence of the Mount Kailash Yatra and making it as the core part during Kailash sacred Himalayan Trek.

From Shiva Tsal, our climb continues towards the high Dolma La Pass (5,630 meters) which is the highest and the toughest section of our Kailash Outer Circuit Trek journey. From here, pilgrims can witness awe inspiring views of the Mount Kailash, and the holy Gauri Kunda Lake. Pilgrims or travelers who are in a good physical condition can descend towards Gauri Kunda, as path here is steep and rocky. After exploring some time at Gauri Kunda, we will enter into a gentler valley which leads us towards Zuthulpuk. Today we cover around 22 km in 9-10 hours and this day is often regarded as the challenging and the spiritual peak of the Kailash EBC Tour via Lhasa Package, which perfectly blends physical hardship with the deeper inner fulfillment.

Today is the final day of Kailash Outer Circuit Trek and marks the sacred completion of the Mount Kailash 52 Km Outer Parikrama and is a deeply fulfilling moment of the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra via Lhasa and EBC. After having breakfast at Zuthulpuk we will take a gentle 2-3 hours walk along the Dzong Chu Valley toward Chong Do, where our holy circuit of Mount Kailash Yatra officially completes. This peaceful day allows quiet reflection for travelers after the challenging journey they had previous day while bringing a deep sense of accomplishment within the Everest Base Camp and Kailash Pilgrimage via Lhasa.

From Chong Do, an eco van will pick us up and takes us back to Darchen which is followed by a long scenic road journey across the Tibetan Plateau towards Saga and covers nearly 400-500 km of total distance. This return journey along the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra with Rongbuk EBC 2026 route gradually descends to lower altitude which helps travelers and pilgrims’ body to recover while letting mind to absorb the spiritual journey. Upon reaching Saga, it brings a meaningful closure to the Mount Kailash Tour and finally begins the Lhasa Everest Base Camp Tour.

Today marks as the final overland journey of the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra with Everest Base Camp via Lhasa as we will be traveling from Saga to Kathmandu. After having breakfast early, we will begin our road journey towards the Nepal-Tibet border, Kyirung (Gyirong). After completing the immigration formalities at Gyirong Port, we will enter into Nepal side which is also called as Rasuwa Gadhi. And then the route descends toward lower elevations, where the vast Tibetan Plateau slowly gives its way to the greener hills, rivers valleys and the scattered villages along the Pasang Lhamu Highway via Syabrubesi. This geographical change beautifully reflects the transition from the high-altitude Himalayan Overland Journey into a livelier and more settled environment, which signals us a gradual return to comfort and activity.

After driving some hours through Syabrubesi and along the Trishuli River corridor, we will reach to Kathmandu, capital city of Nepal and officially concludes our Lhasa to Kailash and Everest Base Camp Pilgrimage Tour and the unforgettable Kailash EBC Tour via Lhasa Package. Reaching to the capital city of Nepal, Kathmandu brings travelers and pilgrims a strong sense of satisfaction and achievement after we spend several days on the North Everest Base Camp Kailash Tour via Lasha Tour. The evening at Kathmandu is free for rest, light walks at Thamel or quiet reflection which allows the entire Himalayan Pilgrimage experience to settle naturally before your final departure to home tomorrow.

After having breakfast, our Mount Face Nepal representative will transfer travelers and pilgrims to Tribhuvan International Airport for their onward journey back to home. The final morning in Kathmandu is kept calm and reflective which offers a quiet pause to look back on the valuable experiences we gain during Kailash Mansarovar Yatra with Everest Base Camp via Lhasa Journey. The 18-Day Kailash and Everest Base Camp Tour with Lhasa ends here, indicating the slow beat and spiritual continuity that dominated our incredible Himalayan Overland Exploration from side to side.

As the Lhasa to Mount Kailash Everest Base Camp Tour ends, the essence of Mount Kailash Yatra, the serenity of Lake Mansarovar, and the charm of the Everest Base Camp Kailash Tour remain deeply in your memory for lifetime. This Kailash Mansarovar Yatra with Everest Base Camp via Lhasa is not defined by distance or difficulty, rather by inner transformation, patience and devotion and this makes the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra via Lhasa and EBC so unique and once in a lifetime