15 Days Lhasa Everest Kailash Mansarovar Saga Dawa Festival Small Group Tour
Tour Route: Lhasa - Shigatse - EBC - Saga - Darchen - Mount Kailash - Lake Mansarover - Darchen - Saga - Sakya - Shigatse - Lhasa
Tour Feature
Celebrate Tibet's Holiest Festival
Small Group Tour
$2380
Lhasa
Lhasa
4-12 pax
TKC-SG-11
Overview
Saga Dawa Festival is one of the most important festivals celebrated in Tibet. The festival celebrates the birth, enlightenment and Nirvana of Sakayamuni. During the festival period, many pilgrims flood to Mount Kailash to watch the Tarboche flagpole covered in prayer flags is replaced. It’s a special experience to understand the authentic Tibetan culture and religion.
The 15 day Lhasa Everest Kailash Mansarovar Saga Dawa Festival tour is one of the popular Tibet pilgrimage tours. Tourists can go to the sacred Mt. Kailash Kora and see the holy Lake Mansarovar on full moon dates, which brings you ultimate experience. Because there will be three days trek and about 50km, you need a healthy body to join this group.
At the start of this 15 day tour, you will have first three days acclimatizing visit in Lhasa allows you to see the Potala Palace, Johkang Temple and other famous places. Then, we visit Yamdrok Lake, Karola Glacier across Shigatse via historical Gyantse to EBC. The first part of the adventure overlaps the classic travel route of the Lhasa to EBC tour and will leave you in awe with the amazing Himalayan mountain ranges. Then we head westward to Darchen via Saga and holy Lake Mansaovar for the long-awaited Mt. Kailash Kora. After the trek, you will travel from Darchen to Saga, making a pilgrimage around Lake Mansarovar. Then drive back to Lhasa passing through Sakya and Shigatse. Along the way, you will visit the ancient Sakya Monastery and Tashilhunpo Monastery.
1) Experience unique and authentic Saga Dawa Festival at Mt. Kailash.
2) Face the challenging visit to Mount Everest, enjoy the sunset and sunrise at EBC.
3) Do 3 days pilgrimage kora around the sacred Mount Kailash.
4) Explore the iconic Potala Palace, Drepung Monastery, etc.
Daily Itinerary
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Tour Date
| Hotel Class / Travel Time | June 4, 2025 | May 24, 2026 (Year of the Horse) |
|---|---|---|
| Economic 3-Star Hotels | $2380 (USD100 discount before Dec.31) |
$2200 |
| Comfortable 4-Star Hotels | $2490 | $2490 |
Notice: All prices are in US Dollar / Person.
Discount Policy
Option A: Book Now and Pay $300 deposit within 5 days after sending your inquiry to us
Discount: USD100 per person
Option B: 3 Persons or more to join the same group
Discount: USD50 per person
Option C: Book the tour 3 months in advance
Discount: 5% off per person
Notice: the above discount policies can only be enjoyed either one of them, not A, B, C together.
Cost Details
Inclusion
1. Permit: All necessary Tibet Permits (Incl. Tibet Travel Permit, Aliens' Travel Permit, Border Pass, etc.);
2. Accommodation: all hotels or guestrooms listed in the itinerary;
3. Ticket: All entrance tickets fees for all tourist sites listed in the itinerary;
4. Guide: Professional English-speaking Tibetan local tour guide;
5. Vehicle: 7-29 seats Comfortable Tibet tourist vehicle with licensed and experienced driver;
6. Meal: Breakfasts in the hotel or restaurant;
7. Insurance: Tourists Accident/Casualty Insurance;
8. Drinking water provided during the trip;
9. A container of Oxygen for emergency use;
10. Accommodation and meal allowance to the guide & driver;
11. Arrangements include planning, handling, operational and communication charges.
Exclusion
1. Meal: not specified in the itinerary (Breakfast during the hike, all lunches & dinners).
2. Single room supplement: If you are a solo traveler, you need to share twin room with another tourist (same sex in most cases). You can pay the single room supplement to stay in one room by yourself. And the exact cost depends on market fluctuation in high and off season of Tibet tourism.
3. Tips: If you are satisfied with the service of guide, driver and waiters, you may consider tipping them appropriately ( Tips is not required but expected).
4. International and domestic flight/train (we can offer the ticket booking service at the competitive price).
5. Personal expenses such as laundry, drink, fax, telephone call, optional tour activities, etc.
6. Any losses incurred from the force majeure factor like government control, natural disaster etc.
Travel Tips
Things to Know Before You Book
1. You may experience altitude sickness (such as headaches, insomnia, loss of appetite, etc.) while traveling to Kailash. Therefore, it is essential to conduct altitude acclimatization training in advance and prepare necessary medications, daily necessities to combat altitude sickness.
2. Traveling to Kailash typically takes 10 to 15 days. The exact number of days varies depending on the itinerary. The entire journey involves departing from Lhasa or Kathmandu, passing through a series of high-altitude areas, and finally arriving at Mount Kailash. You can choose the itinerary according to your own needs.
3. Due to the high risks of traveling to Mount Kailash, it's crucial to get comprehensive travel insurance, including coverage for altitude sickness and emergency evacuation. This protects against health issues and unexpected events like trip delays or accidents.
Things to Know After You Book
1. Once you've booked your Kailash tour, always remember that teamwork is crucial, especially during the trek. Mutual support and communication among group members will help you overcome challenges. The guide not only provides commentary but also assists with managing the risks associated with high altitude. Following the guide's instructions will ensure a safe and successful trip.
2. After booking your Kailash trip for a specific month, check the weather forecast for Mount Kailash for that month to ensure you bring appropriate items and equipment for the weather and temperature. If you're unsure where to find the latest weather information for Mount Kailash, you can check our homepage or contact our customer service directly.
3. After booking your Mount Kailash trip, you'll need to plan your route from your departure point to Lhasa or Kathmandu. For example, you could fly to the Chinese Mainland (Chengdu, Xining, Beijing, etc.) and then take the Qinghai-Tibet Railway to Lhasa. Given the large number of people planning to visit Mount Kailash in 2026, we recommend confirming your travel arrangements with our customer service in advance.
4. If unforeseen circumstances affect the rest of the trip, you will need to follow the tour guide's instructions.
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