View allWe are very pleased with our Tibet tour, and will contact Great Tibet Tour for my next China tour in 2022.
BeataAA, traveled in September
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- Operator
- Great Tibet Tour
- Hiking & Trekking
- Epic trails and breathtaking landscapes await
- Group Tour
- Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
- Partially Guided
- Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
- Medium Intensity
- Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
- Guided in English
- Group Size 3 - 12
- Ages 12+
Highlights
- Explore Potala Palace and its treasures
- Visit sacred Yamdrok Lake and Karola Glacier
- Trek around mystical Mt. Kailash
- Witness sunrise over Everest Base Camp
- Discover ancient Sakya town and monastery
Itinerary
- Introduction
- Day 1 Arrival In Lhasa
- Day 2 Lhasa Sightseeing
- Day 3 Lhasa Sightseeing
- Day 4 Lhasa- Gyantse- Shigatse, 360km, Approx. 7hrs
- Day 5 Shigatse - Tingri – EBC, 350km, Approx. 7hrs
- Day 6 EBC - Saga, 450km, Approx. 9hrs
- Day 7 Saga - Darchen, 493km, Approx. 8hrs
- Day 8 Mt Kailash Kora①
- Day 9 Mt Kailash Kora②
- Day 10 Mt Kailash Kora③
- Day 11 Zhongba - Lhatse, 470km, Approx. 8hrs
- Day 12 Lhatse - Shigatse, 153km, Approx. 2.5hrs
- Day 13 Shigatse - Lhasa, 280km, Approx. 5hrs
- Day 14 Lhasa Sightseeing
- Day 15 Lhasa Departure
What's Included
- Accommodation
- Guide
- Insurance
- Meals
- Additional Services
- Transport
- Free eSIMTourRadar offers the lead traveler (the person who booked) a free 1GB eSIM for the trip. The eSIM is redeemable only through the TourRadar app 72 hours before departure.
What's Not Included
- Flights
- Additional Services
Where You'll Stay
Dekang Hotel
HotelDays 1, 2, 3, 13, 14Upgrade AvailableThangka Hotel
HotelDays 1, 2, 3, 13, 14Upgrade AvailableShiga Yangcha Grand Hotel
HotelDays 4, 12Upgrade AvailableGesar VIP Hotel
HotelDays 4, 12Upgrade AvailableNomad tents
Campingday 5Upgrade AvailableLunbu Gangri Grand Hotel
Hotelday 6Upgrade AvailableYihao-Eco Smart Hotel
Hotelday 7Upgrade AvailableHimalaya Kailash Hotel
Hotelday 7Guesthouse
GuesthouseDays 8, 9Jima Yongrong Hotel
Hotelday 10Upgrade AvailableIbis Hotel
Hotelday 11Upgrade Available
Operated by
Great Tibet Tour
Number of tours
11
Age Range
2 to 80 years old
Response time
9 hours
Response rate
90%
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- OOliviaJanuary 20th, 2026During the journey around Mount Kailash, the beauty of the landscape and the peaceful surroundings gave me a deep...Show more
Traveled in October 2025 - KkarlaApril 11th, 202415-day Mt.Kailash: Our trip to Mt. Kailash with the Great Tibet Tour was nothing short of extraordinary. From the...Show moreTraveled in April 2024
- KKatiaDecember 1st, 2023I am very happy with the trip, especially the great support from the tour guide, Mr Tenzin during kora. To be...Show moreTraveled in September 2023
- BBeataAASeptember 5th, 2019Finally, we come back home. We are very pleased with our Tibet tour, even if I am a little bit tired. Thanks for...Show moreTraveled in September 2019
- JJonnyJune 4th, 2019I would say it's my most unforgettable experience after a 15-day fascinating adventure especially trekking at...Show moreTraveled in May 2019
Dates & Availability
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- From Monday6 Apr, 2026To Monday20 Apr, 2026EnglishFrom:US $2,163 per personMultiple Room Types
- From Monday13 Apr, 2026To Monday27 Apr, 2026EnglishFrom:US $2,163 per personMultiple Room Types
- From Monday20 Apr, 2026To Monday4 May, 2026EnglishFrom:US $2,163 per personMultiple Room Types
- From Saturday25 Apr, 2026To Saturday9 May, 2026EnglishFrom:US $2,163 per personMultiple Room Types
- From Monday27 Apr, 2026To Monday11 May, 2026EnglishFrom:US $2,163 per personMultiple Room Types
- From Monday4 May, 2026To Monday18 May, 2026EnglishFrom:US $2,163 per personMultiple Room Types
- From Monday11 May, 2026To Monday25 May, 2026EnglishFrom:US $2,163 per personMultiple Room Types
- From Monday18 May, 2026To Monday1 Jun, 2026EnglishFrom:US $2,163 per personMultiple Room Types
- From Sunday24 May, 2026To Sunday7 Jun, 2026EnglishFrom:US $2,163 per personMultiple Room Types
- From Monday25 May, 2026To Monday8 Jun, 2026EnglishFrom:US $2,163 per personMultiple Room Types
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What our customers ask about this tour
The content in our FAQ section is subject to change.
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Tania
Asked on October 29th, 2025I am interested in doing the 15 days tour through Tibet. I was wondering if you also offer the Tibetan entry permit for this journey?
Great Tibet TourOperator•Written October 2025We do provide a Tibet entry permit for this journey, as well as an invitation letter for your China visa application. Porters may get involved on Days 8, 9, and 10, usually within 15 kilos.
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Tania
Traveler•Written October 2025Do your colleagues pick me up at the airport's entrance hall for arrivals in Lhasa? And do i need to get the permit and letter for entering Tibet before I apply for a visa for China?
- Great Tibet TourOperator•Written October 2025
Your tour guide will pick you up at Lhasa Gonggar Airport, usually at exit 5. You should apply for your China visa (without mentioning Tibet) first, then we use your China visa and passport copies to apply for your Tibet travel permit. If you mention Tibet, they will ask you to present your Tibet travel permit. But in Tibet, without your China visa, they will not issue a Tibet travel permit. To sum up, it's a loop and the conflict policy of different government departments. If you book with us, we can provide you a China travel invitation letter and itinerary.
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Tania
Traveler•Written October 2025Do you know if I need the Chinese letter invitation to apply for a Chinese visa?
- Great Tibet TourOperator•Written October 2025
Yes, we can provide an invitation letter and a related itinerary without Tibet for your China visa application.
- Great Tibet TourOperator•Written November 2025
You can enjoy the China visa-free policy this year. There is currently no information on whether this preferential policy will continue next year. If you plan to visit Tibet next year, we will help you keep an eye on the relevant policies.
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Barbara
Asked on February 4th, 2025Can I please ask if instead of doing Kailash Kora, a trip to Guge kingdom (Tholing Monastery, Dongga and Piyang ruins) can be arranged for me? So I will join the group for Kailash Kora but take a deviation from Darchen to Guge Kingdom and then meet the group at Darchen after they complete the Kora?
- Great Tibet TourOperator•Written February 2025
It's available but we will arrange a private guide from Lhasa with you because the group guide will go to Kora. The private tour cost is high.
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Barbara
Traveler•Written February 2025Can I please know cost of 15 days of private guide?
- Great Tibet TourOperator•Written February 2025
We don't have group departures in April and we have a group departure on 4 May you can join. The addtinal fee for replacing the trekking with Guge Kingdom is USD1500 (10-day private guide, the food and accommodation of the private guide, the vehicle operating cost, and the cost diffierence of the hotel)
- Great Tibet TourOperator•Written February 2025
I suggest you consider join the full group and trek with the other group members
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Tammy
Asked on January 29th, 2025Is it possible to fly straight from the UK to take this tour? Are you able to organise the visas for us? I had really wanted to travel from Nepal but it seems there are very few direct flights from Nepal and they are very expensive. Do you offer tours from Nepal?
- Great Tibet TourOperator•Written January 2025
You can fly from UK to mainland China like Beijing, Shanghai then fly to Lhasa to join this tour. We will help you apply for the Tibet Travel Permit. You can apply for the China Visa at your nearby Chinese embassy and we can offer you the supporting documents for the visa interview after you book with us.
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Tammy
Traveler•Written February 2025Do you still have availability for 2 people on 1st August?
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Tammy
Traveler•Written February 2025There is not a 1st of August trip listed only 28th July and 4th August.
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Tammy
Traveler•Written February 2025How do I book onto this tour when it is not showing as an option?
- Great Tibet TourOperator•Written February 2025
We can confirm the 15-day Mt.everest & Mt Kailash Kora Pilgrimage Group Tour on 1 August for you 2 pax now. I will open the date on 1 August now.
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Lesley
Asked on December 31st, 2024any opportunity for a discount if 4 of us book at once?
- Great Tibet TourOperator•Written January 2025
For the departure date of 4 May, we can offer a discount of 6% for you if you can book it in January 2025.
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Lesley
Traveler•Written January 2025The earliest we could visit is in September or October.
- Great Tibet TourOperator•Written January 2025
If you book the tour departure in September or October, we can apply the discount to 8% if you pay 8 months before the departure date.
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Lesley
Traveler•Written January 2025We are a group of 3 now. Would you be able to find another female traveller that could join to avoid the single supplment? We are considering a Sept 25 tour time frame.
- Great Tibet TourOperator•Written January 2025
Yes, we can try our best to find other femal traveller to join the group and avoid the single supplemet. However, we will first charge the single supplement. If there is another traveler to share the room with you, the single supplement will be refunded. We can open a group departure date on 25th Sep for you now.
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David
Asked on December 31st, 2024How much does the tour cost?
- Great Tibet TourOperator•Written January 2025
The cost of our tours varies depending on the season and the specific tour package. Please visit our pricing page for the most current information or reach out through our contact form.
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Sophie
Asked on December 13th, 2024Is accommodation included in the tour price?
- Great Tibet TourOperator•Written December 2024
Accommodation costs are typically included in the overall tour price. Specific details can be found under the accommodation section of our brochure.
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Taylor
Asked on November 20th, 2024Is there a single supplement charge?
- Great Tibet TourOperator•Written November 2024
A single supplement charge is applicable if a traveler opts for single occupancy accommodations. This information can be further clarified on our pricing page or under tour details.
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Nancy
Asked on October 29th, 2024What is the payment policy for the tour?
- Great Tibet TourOperator•Written October 2024
Payments can usually be completed via major credit cards. Full payment details are available on our payment policy page.
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Eva
Asked on September 12th, 20241. There would be tour guide and/or local porter accompanying us during the 3-day trekking in Kailash as well? 2. Does the tour package cover the trekking fees including guesthouse, insurance, oxygen bottle (upon needed to use)? 3. Where should we store luggage (I have 2 big luggage) during the 3 day trekking in Kailash? I would carry a medium backpack only. 4. Do we need to prepare enough food during the 3-day trekking as for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
- Great Tibet TourOperator•Written September 2024
1. Yes, the local tour guide will accompany you during the 3-day trek. 2. Yes, it includes the guesthouse fee, Travel Agency Liability insurance, and oxygen tank for emergency use. However, the insurance is for the accident, so you can buy one by yourself if you need. 3. You can leave the extra luggage in the vehicle, and trek with a backpack only. 4. There are supply stations during the three-day trek, so don't worry about it. Besides, you can prepare some snacks to provide energy.
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Eva
Traveler•Written September 20241. The tour starts on Oct-18. That means that the tour guide will pick us up at airport on Oct-18? 2. I cross-checked the 15-day tours from other company. They offer one welcome dinner and one lunch at local home. Does this tour offer the same?
- Great Tibet TourOperator•Written September 2024
1. Yes, however, we only have a confirmed 16-day Lhasa to Mt.Kailash and Guge Kingdom group tour on 17 Oct. It will visit the Guge Kingdom. The price is USD 2494p.p based on 4-star hotels. Would you like to join? 2. The itinerary includes breakfast. Lunch & Dinner are not included but we will recommend some good ones for you according to your requirements. Usually, it takes 4-15 USD per person for each meal.
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Eva
Traveler•Written September 2024How about the price for 16 day tour with 3 star hotel?
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Rose
Asked on July 19th, 2024I am interested in a group tour up to 15 days. Do you have anything departing on this day?
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Rose
Traveler•Written July 2024I have a flight that arrives at Lhasa on the 18th of August already but your tour starts on the 19th. Can this extra day be accommodated?
- Great Tibet TourOperator•Written July 2024
For 15 days Mt.Everest & Mt.Kailash Kora Pilgrimage Group Tour, we don't have a departure date on 19 Aug. but on 13 Aug. We have 4 Days Lhasa City Essential Group Tour departing on 19 Aug. If you are joining, you can come one day earlier at an extra cost.
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