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Kailash Guge Kingdom Tour

One of the frequently visited holy destinations belonging to the far western region in Tibet.

Trip Code
AMT - TIBET - 103
Best Season

Spring & Autumn

Trip Grade

⭐⭐

Max Altitude

N/A

Accomodation

Teahouses/Lodges

Transportation

Flight/Jeep or Bus

Meals

BB/Full Board

Group Size

Any

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Introduction

Kailash Guge Kingdom Tour constitutes one of the frequently visited holy destinations belonging to the far western region in Tibet. According to Hindu Mythology, Mountain Kailash is the abode to the almighty Lord Shiva and a holy center among various religious groups, including Buddhists and Hindus.

The Mount Kailash visit is not only for climbing purposes but also for a visit as a circuit or KORA of 52km long. As per the legends, immortal Lord Shiva resides at Mount Kailash, where he spent time by making an enjoyable life with Parbati, his divine companion, practicing Yoga and smoking Ganja (a sacred marijuana herb). Other than this, you will be able to visit the Guge Kingdom, which has its main centers as Tholing, Tsaparang and Zanda valleys, known mainly as the ruins prefecture of the Tibetan region.

Kailash Guge Kingdom Tour Highlights

  • Guge, an ancient kingdom, and Kailash Mansarovar, a sacred place are
    the two most frequently visited sacred destinations of western Tibet.
  • Monasteries belonging to the ancient kingdom in Guge are of hundred
    years, but they are until and unless remain in splendid condition. These
    monasteries mainly narrate various stories about the Gautam Buddha.
  • The tour to the Guge Kingdom involves trekking for 3 days
    across Mount Kailash. The trip commences with a drive to Kathmandu to
    get panoramic views of the Himalayan mountains from both Nepal and Tibet.
  • Finally, the tour to the Kailash Guge Kingdom explores the real culture, religion, and tradition of Tibet.

Day by Day Itinerary

Day 01: Drive to Nyalam for Overnight Stay House (3700m).

We will drive from Kathmandu to reach to the guest house in Nyalam at about 3700 meters. During the tour, you will be able to view countless scenic beauties by passing from Dhulikhel, Bhaktapur, and similar others.

Day 02: Nyalam to New Dongba ( 4600m, 390km).

Today, we will take you to New Dongba. On this day, we will pass from large numbers of camps and villages comprised of yak herders, while by reaching at South, you may view snow-capped mountain peaks. Most of the times, you have to drive in plain areas.

Day 03: Journey to Mansarovar at 4558m Overnight Stay.

Today, our team will take you to Mansarovar, from where you may get the first view of the highest freshwater lake named Lake Mansarovar and Holy Mount Kailash. In addition, you may also be able to view a small village nearby the Holy Mansarovar Lake i.e. Hore. Moreover, you will be the part of Mansarovar Lake Parikrama via bus.

Day 04: Exploring Mansarovar Lake and drive for 40km to Tarchen (4575m).

Mansarovar Lake is known as the lake of bliss, tranquility and compassion. Hence, after we complete the sacred bath as well as exploration of Mansarovar Lake in the morning, we will move ahead to Darchen/Tarchen, the base camp of Kailash Parikrama. Meanwhile, we will visit to Chui Gompa.

Day 05: Tarchen to Tarboche and trek to the Dirapuk at 4909m.

Now, we will drive to the valley of Tarboche, the beginning point of the sacred Kailash Parikrama. Even tourists call it Asthapath and it comprises beautifully arranged small rocky mountains, waterfalls, and some of the clouds in the clear yet blue sky. This gives you the feeling about the presence of almighty Lord Shiva at every place with his tons of blessings.

Day 06: Dirapuk to Zuthukpuk via Dolma La Pass at 5613m (110km, 4600m).

Today, our team will give you the opportunity to climb the famous Dolma La Pass height at about 5613m and later on, move gradually at the height of 4760m to Zuthulpuk.

Day 07: Zulthulpuk to the Mansarovar Lake by passing from Darchen (10km).

We will view the beauties of Zulthulpuk by exploring temples, caves and shrines nearby the Milarepa cave. Later on, we will start walking at the flat land for 3 hours nearby Darchen and to reach the Mansarovar Lake.

Day 08: Drive to Zanda at (3650m/11975ft) to visit Tirthapuri.

Our team will drive across the bank of the famous Sutlej River to visit Tirthapuri by driving for 4 hours. Tirthapuri has a close association with Guru Rinpoche i.e. Padmasambhava of the Buddhist religion. Hence, we will hike upwards to view monasteries highlighting the footprints of the famous Guru Rinpoche. We will end our trekking activity for the day by reaching at the town of Zanda/Thada and opt for an overnight stay.

Day 09: Visit the Guge Kingdom via exploration to Tholing and Tsaparang Valley.

Today, we will explore the Tsaparang valley and Tholing region to visit the famous Guge Kingdom. Here, you will find many famous monasteries and ruins of the ancient period. Majority of the valleys will highlight the culture of Buddhism.

Day 10: Drive back to the Lake Mansarovar.

Now, we will start with driving back from the historic Guge Kingdom to reach the Lake Mansarovar.

Day 11: Mansarovar Lake to Saga and finally to Nyalam.

Once we explore the famous Mount Kailash and the Lake Mansarovar, we will move from the same route to return to Saga. Later on, we will reach at Nyalam by driving about 35km.

Day 12: Nyalam to Kathmandu.

Now, our team will take you to your hotel in Kathmandu, so that you may start with the preparation of returning to your native country.

 

Remember:

Our travel planner can customize the itinerary outline as per your duration of stay, purpose of holiday and your preference. Cost of the package also depends upon level of service (deluxe, standard & budget) and as per the group size. You can easily CONTACT US at any time for any queries.

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Additional Information

What is the best time for trekking Tibet ?

The prime time for trekking Tibet is during Spring(March, April and May) and Autumn (October and November). During these seasons the weather will be clear, flowers will bloom on the way, the charm of the atmosphere can be felt by the heart, magnificent views of the Himalayas can be seen and mostly you can explore the wilderness of Tibet freely.

 

What about altitude Sickness ?

Normally, Within 12-24 hours after ascending a certain height(1,500 to 2,500 meter above sea level) altitude sickness symptoms like dizziness, fatigue, loss of appetite, sleep problems, loss of energy, and shortness of breath are seen. In case of any altitude sickness symptoms we will apply medication and descend immediately for acclimatization.

   

Can you go to Tibet without a visa ?

Flying to Tibet directly from international aircraft is not possible. There are two ways to enter the land of Tibet either from Nepal or China. Hence, to visit Tibet we need a special trekking permit for Tibet and Visa of Nepal or China. If you are traveling with us we will manage a Travel Permit to Tibet.

 

How about the weather and traveling seasons in Tibet ?

Tibet is an inland country and is extremely dry for 9 months of the year. It has continental climate usually with warm days and cool nights. Annual temperature variation is significant. Summers are warm and winters are cold. During Autumn and Spring seasons the temperature will be moderate and you will experience little rain which makes these seasons favorable to explore the wilderness of Tibet.

 

Do I need travel insurance to travel to Tibet ?

Yes!! It is recommended to have travel insurance during the trek. It is uncertain that you will not feel sick or get into any accidents during the trek. So, for medical emergencies or as precaution against risks and financial losses that could happen while traveling, insurance is best.

 

What about altitude Sickness ?

Normally, Within 12-24 hours after ascending a certain height(1,500 to 2,500 meter above sea level) altitude sickness symptoms like dizziness, fatigue, loss of appetite, sleep problems, loss of energy, and shortness of breath are seen. In case of any altitude sickness symptoms we will apply medication and descend immediately for acclimatization.

 

What is the food like ?

While traveling to Tibet you will get to taste a lot of Tibetan cuisine, Sichuan cuisine and western style dishes. Tibetan food is mostly made by using meat and less vegetables. If you are a meat lover then it is a great opportunity for you to explore different cuisines. Some of the famous foods are Yak Butter, Tibetan Mo:Mo, Tibetan Sausage, and Dry Meat.

 

Can we travel individually to Tibet ?

Due to restrictions put in place by the Chinese government in its provinces It is not allowed to travel to Tibet as an individual tourist.

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