1. "Saga Dawa is an important Tibetan Buddhist festival, held each year on the full moon day of
the fourth lunar month of the Tibetan calendar, to celebrate Sakyamuni 's enlightenment." ,
that's what every guidebook will tell you. But actually having been there, to me at that moment
it was more like being part of a magic event, something that gets a total grip on all of your
senses. So what's going on , Each year, they replace the Tarboche flagpole, a huge pole that
stands on the Kailash kora, south of the mountain. People from all over Tibet gather here that
day to attach their prayer flags they brought from home, to pray, and to help erect the flagpole.
The flagpole should stand perfectly upright, or else things are not good for Tibet. The whole
ceremony is led by a Lama from the nearby monastery. It's his job to make it work 'right first
time'.
Itinerary
Day 1(May 27): Nepal, Kathmandu - the capital of Asia :) Nepal, Kathmandu - the capital of
Asia :) Over night in Holy Himalaya or similar (D)
Day 2 (May 28): Boudhanath Stupa, meetings with Tibetan lamas and yogis.
On this day we will go to the heart of Tibetan Buddhism - to the great stupa at Buddnathe .
Here we will visit the Buddhist monasteries and obtain instructions from senior Tibetan lamas to
perform the sacred Kailash Kora around! Over night in Holy Himalaya or similar (B)
Day 3 (May 29). It’s a 50 minutes flight over the sea of snow capped mountains and we will
witness the highest mountain on earth-Mount Everest and other several 8 thousanders. Upon
arrival at Gongar airport of Lhasa, we are met by our Tibetan Guide and driver and we drive 47
miles to Lhasa City (1 hr).
We check in hotel and take rest for acclimatization. We are likely to experience mild symptoms
of altitude sickness that includes light headedness, breathlessness, disorientation, loss of
appetite etc. We drink plenty of water, take enough rest and consume liquid food in meals. We
will have oxygen tank in our car and you can also rent oxygen pillow at your hotel, in case you
are having difficulty in breathing. As we continue to stay in Lhasa’s altitude for another two days,
the effects of altitude should go away in a day or two. Overnight in Shangbala Hotel or Yak
Hotel *** (B)
Day 4 (May 30). Potala Palace, Norbulingkha Palace and Sera Monastery
We begin the day from Potala Palace- the first and foremost residence of the Dalai Lama and
served as the seat of Tibetan government, where all ceremonies of state were held; it housed a
school for religious training for monks and administrators; and it was one of Tibet's major
pilgrimage destinations because of the tombs of past Dalai Lamas. From Potala, we will head to
Norbulingkha Palaces-the summer residence of Dalai Lamas. We will visit the palace of the

2. current Dalai Lama-the 14th. We will have access to his private chamber of Dalai Lama and see
his belongings, such as radios, type writer, etc.
In the afternoon, we visit the Sera Monastery- located in the southern slope of the Serawoze
Mountain in the northern suburb of Lhasa. Sera is one of the six main monasteries of the
Gelugpa sect of the Tibetan Buddhism and one of the three major monasteries of Lhasa. If you
are keen on hiking, we can take 1 ½ -2 hrs long hike on the pilgrimage path of the monastery-
known as kora.
In the afternoon, we will take opportunity to witness the debating ceremony of the monks.
Depending on available time and interest, we might also visit the Tibetan school and
orphanages. Overnight in Shangbala Hotel or Yak Hotel *** (B)
Day 5 (May 31). Drepung Monastery, Jorkhang Temple and Barkhor Street
After breakfast, we drive to Drepung Monastery on the outskirts of Lhasa which was once
Tibet's largest and most influential monastery, with over 10,000 monks. Today, Drepung houses
about 700 monks and attracts pilgrims and visitors from around the world. It was the home of
the Dalai Lamas and the power center of Tibet before the construction of Potala Palace.
From here, we descend and drive back to the city and visit the ancient Jorkhang Temple in the
Barkhor. Jorkhang temple is the holiest shrine in Tibet that attracts crowds of prostrating Tibetan
pilgrims and curious foreign tourists every year. Later, we will stroll on the pilgrimage path of
Barkhor Street that goes around the temple. Overnight in Shangbala Hotel or Yak Hotel *** (B)
Day 6 (June 1): Lhasa (3600m) / Lake Yamdrok Tso (4300m) / Shigatse (3800m) /
Lhatse (4500m), (270 km 9 hours).
Our present journey - one of the most beautiful of all time of our trip, and it includes a visit
to La Caro peak (5045 m). We contemplate the lake Yamdrok Tso and Kamba La (4794
m). Turquoise lake Yamdrok Tso - one of the three holy lakes in Tibet. In Gyanttse we will
visit the fascinating monastery - a huge seven-layer mortar. In which there are images of
deities revered by almost all of Buddhism. By the way, we also see Shigatse . Tibet. The
city is famous monastery Tashilunbo, the residence of the Panchen Lama. Panchen Lama -
the second largest cleric after the Dalai Lama in the Gelugpa tradition of Tibetan Buddhism.
We'll stay a while in an area where a lot of lakes and valleys. Before arriving in Lhatse
contemplating the extraordinary beauty of the Tibetan plateau species, and watching the
severe beauty of nature, we all look deeper into the unity of inner and outer harmony.
Toward evening we find ourselves in Lhatse. Overnight in Shanghai Hotel*** (B)
Day 7 (June 2): Lhatse (4500m) / Saga (4500m) / Zhongba. (300km, 7chasov)
On this day we will go out in Lhatse Zhongba, along the way will pass several mountain lakes,
campgrounds herders, admire the beauty of the mountains and valleys. Here is the main road
leading to Kailash. Near Saga, we will visit a very old Buddhist monastery, which stands on a

3. hillside in a remote location from the people . We will continue our journey along the way
stopped in a small Tibetan town Zhongba, which will also visit a small but very ancient and
powerful Buddhist monastery. In this town we spend the night. Over night Guesthouse (Best
Available) (B)
Day 8 (June 3): Zhongba (4100m) / Darchen (4560m) (260km, 6 hours)
This is the day that we finally, after a long move in jeeps through the numerous highland
plateau we reach Darchen . Hence, a stunning view of the most sacred mountain of Asia -
Kailash . During this move, we will stop in different beautiful places, contemplating and
meditating, like the yogis of ancient Tibet, which were sent to Kailash in search of
enlightenment. Overnight in Guesthouse (Best Available) (B)
Day 9 (June 4): Saga Dawa Festival near Kailash! Saga Dawa Festival is considered one of the
most praznikov important in Buddhism and is celebrated around the world. This celebration
takes place during a full moon in the fourth month of the lunar calendar - the traditional in Tibet
(May-June). The holiday is held in honor of the enlightenment of Buddha Shakyamuni . In this
amazing day matched the most important moments in the life of the Buddha - The Awakening
and care Paranirvanu! It will be a day of celebration and rest before Cora! Overnight in
Guesthouse (Best Available) (B)
Day 10 (June 5): Start the festive holy Kora around Kailash. Darchen - Dira Phuk monastery
(20km, 6 hours) Home holy Kailash Kora around! We will go into Tarboche , a place noted
Tibetan flag, as the beginning place of the Sacred Bark . This is where the saga will Dawa. Our
bark is accompanied by chants and prayers of the monks and local people, worshiping Buddha.
We will go to the mall Lha Chu on the beautiful green valleys and streams, running from Mount
Kailash. We will walk along the river, which will lead us into a narrow canyon with high gabled
peaks and incredible waterfalls. Continuing our way along the valley, we visit the monastery of
Dir Phuk (4.750 m). Built in the 13th century. Ibid - view to the north of Kailash. In conclusion -
overnight in guesthouse Phuk Dir. Overnight in Guesthouse (Best Available) (B)
Day 11 (June 6): The second day of the Sacred Bark. Monastery of Deer Phuk - Drolma La -
Zutul Phuk (20 miles, 6:00) A little far from the valley of Lha Chu, we prepare ourselves to make
the most difficult part of the cortex. We enter the Drolma Chu Valley and head up to the Drolma
La (elevation 5630 meters above sea level), a place which is marked by Tibetan prayer flags. It
is believed, who held the pass - born again . The rest of the way we mostly go down and walk
on a level road. Zuthul Phuk monastery , which we will also visit the road was built near the
famous cave, which is said to have emerged after the events of the two great Tibetan Milarepa
(Buddhist yogi) and Naro Bonchunga (Bonn St.). Zutul Phuk is translated from Tibetan as
"magic cave":) Overnight in Guesthouse (Best Available) (B)
Day 12 (June 7): Last day of Bark! Zutul Phuk - Darchen (12 km, 3 hours). Lake Manasarovar.
The last day of the crust will not be too long and complex. Cora will take about 3 hours for which
we will cross a few streams in the picturesque valley, we contemplate the natural beauty of the
east side of Kailash. Also, we will meditate on the ground forces. We are waiting for a small rise,
which is a magnificent viewing platform, which will be clearly visible way, which we passed.

4. Today we visit the sacred lake Manasarovar , which according to Hindu mythology, was created
the idea of Brahma - the Creator of the Universe . Also on the shore of the lake is an ancient
Tibetan monastery Tradtsii Nigmapa . There are wonderful views of the Kailash Manasarovar
Lake itself and the local valley. Overnight in Guesthouse (Best Available) (B)
Day 13 (June 8): Drive from Manasarovar to Paryang, and then to Saga (420 km, 9:00). On
these day, crowded impressions of the most beautiful way we get back in the saga. Here, have
dinner and spend the night in a comfortable hotel, discussing the experience of the beauty of
Tibet and the Sacred Bark! Overnight in Saga Hotel (B)
Day 14 (June 9): Drive from Saga to Zhangmu (240 km, 6 hours) . Today we continue our
move a mountain. On the way, we meet two beautiful mountain passes. By noon, we arrive at
the lake Pelkutso , where lunch. This is one of the most beautiful lakes in Tibet, it offers views of
the snowy peaks of Mount Shishapangma (8021 meters above sea level), peak Gaurishanker
and many other peaks, located on the Tibetan plateau. We will cross the river Bramhaputra. In
Nilame visit the small Buddhist temple. Here we cross the border and driven to Nepal. Over
night at Caiyun hotel (B)
Day 15 (June 10): Go back to Kathmandu! On this day we are back in Kathmandu, relax, buy
souvenirs and get ready for tomorrow's flight home : Overnight in Holy Himalaya or similar (B,D)
Day 16 (June 11): Fly home :) (B)
Cost :
SERVICE INLCUDED:
* All accommodation in 3star hotel in city other guesthouse on bed and breakfast on twin
sharing basis.
* All entry fees to the sites and monasteries,
* All necessary Tibet entry and road permits,
* 1 Local Tibetan English speaking guide,
* 4 wheel drive (4500 model jeep) with experience driver during Tibet Tour
* National grassland conservation fee for all members, guide and vehicles,
* pack Yaks and Yak men for the luggage,
SERVICE EXCLUDED:

5. * Lunch and dinner,
* Personal insurance.
* Any extra cost in the event of landslides and personal nature expenses.
* Charge incurred as a result of delays beyond social journeys control.
* Anything not specified in the price includes section