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Introduce

Kang Rinpoche (6656 meters above sea level) is known as the "King ofHoly Mountains" and is the center of the universe recognized by TibetanBuddhism, Bon, Hinduism and Jainism. The circumambulation route is about 52kilometers long and takes 1-3 days to complete. The highest point is Zhuoma LaPass at an altitude of 5630 meters. Along the way, prayer flags are flying andMani piles are everywhere. Believers believe that circumambulating the mountaincan wash away all their sins. The route passes through holy places such asZhire Temple and Sky Burial Platform. Snow-capped mountains, glaciers andplateau lakes complement each other. The dual test of physical strength andfaith makes it a world-class religious hiking holy place.

Nigari South Line is one of the most magnificent self-driving and adventureroutes in Tibet, connecting the "one after another" plateau lakegroup and the Himalayan snow mountain belt. From Yamdrok Lake to ManasarovarLake, passing through the Everest Base Camp, Pekucuo, Gang Rinpoche and Zada Clay Forest,the whole journey is about 1200 kilometers. Along the way, you can admire thesnow-capped peaks of Shishapangma and Namuani, visit the ruins of the GugeDynasty, and feel the vastness and mystery of the "secret land of westernTibet". The best time to travel is from May to October, and you need toprepare a border pass. It is suitable for in-depth travelers who pursue extremescenery.

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Highlight

1. Snow Mountain Pilgrimage Route：For everyone who comes to Tibetall have the same Ali dream. They have vision, unknown and faith. In the end,they all agreed Embark on a pilgrimage to circumambulate mountains, water andpagodas. It is said that if a pilgrim circumambulates the mountain once, hissins will be cleansed, and if he circumambulates the mountain ten times, hewill be able to avoid the sufferings of hell in five hundred reincarnations.Those who turn 108 times can achieve enlightenment.

2. Animal paradise and photography sanctuary: Ngari Prefecture whicn is aparadise for wild animals. There are docile Tibetan wild donkeys ,Tibetanantelopes, ibetan yaks and black-necked cranes.There are also ferocious wolvesand clever foxes.

At the same time, Ali also has the most magnificent and unique naturalscenery: the endless sky and earth, the starry sky, the Guge Kingdom under thesunset, the golden mountain of Mount Kailash, the sunrise and sunset of LakeManasarovar...

3. Meet the most beautiful plateaulakes: Mapang Yumtso, one of the three sacred lakes in Tibet, the "mysteriousghost lake" Laangcuo, the sapphire-like Yamdrok Lake, and Pekucuo, thelargest lake in Shigatse.

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Itinerary

Day 1: All over the world- Gather in Lhasa(3,650m)

Day 2: Lhasa - Zhaji Temple - Tashilhunpo Monastery - Shigatse (3,800m)

Driving: 270 kilometers, approximately 6 hours

Zhaji Temple, located on Zhaji Road in the northern suburbs of Lhasa, isthe only temple in Tibet dedicated to the Wealth Deity. Though modest in size,it enjoys a thriving incense offering and attracts many devoted worshippers.After paying our respects at Zhaji Temple, we drive to Shigatse to visitTashilhunpo Monastery. As the largest monastery in the Shigatse region,Tashilhunpo Monastery holds great significance and belongs to the Gelug sect ofTibetan Buddhism.

Day 3: Shigatse - Lhatse- Gawula Pass (5,210m) - Everest Base Camp (5,200m)

▍Driving: 350 kilometers, approximately 7 hours

We depart from Shigatse and head west towards Everest Base Camp. Along theway, we can overlook five snow mountains with elevations above 8,000 metersfrom the Gawula Pass—from east to west: Mount Makalu, Mount Lhotse, MountEverest, Mount Cho Oyu, and Mount Shishapangma. Our destination for the day,Everest Base Camp, is at an elevation of 5,200 meters, with a straight-linedistance of only 19 kilometers from the summit of Mount Everest. This is alsothe closest place to Mount Everest that ordinary people can reach.

Day 4: Everest Base Camp - Mount Shishapangma - Peigucuo Lake - Saga(4,485m)

▍Driving: 380 kilometers, approximately 7 hours

Today, we officially enter the Ali region, the Roof of the World, where theaverage elevation exceeds 4,500 meters. This vast and sparsely populated areaoffers a unique opportunity to witness rare wildlife, including Tibetanantelope, wild yak, wild donkey, argali, and the black-necked crane. The regionalso boasts stunning and diverse high plateau landscapes. Along the way, we’ll enjoydistant views of the Shishapangma mountain range and have the chance to visitPeigucuo Lake, the largest lake in the Shigatse region, up close. In theevening, we’ll rest at a comfortable hotel in SagaCounty.

Day 5: Saga - Mayomu La Pass (5,200m) - Lake Manasarovar- Ghost Lake -Darchen (4,800m)

▍Driving: 500 kilometers, approximately 8 hours

Traveling along the majestic Himalayan Range, we are greeted bybreathtaking scenery at every turn. Our journey begins with a crossing of theMayomu La Pass, situated at an elevation of 5,200 meters. We then approach theserene Lake Manasarovar—one of Tibet’s three sacred lakes—revered as the “Western Jade Pool.” In the afternoon, we continue on to Mount Kailash, a mountainuniversally regarded as sacred and considered the spiritual center of the worldby Tibet’s Yungdrung Bon tradition, Hinduism, Tibetan Buddhism,and ancient Jainism. As evening falls, we arrive in Darchen, a small townnestled at the foot of Mount Kailash and the traditional starting point for themountain’s sacred circumambulation.

Day 6: Darchen - Chugu Monastery- Horse-Head Fierce King Stone- ZhireMonastery   (5,100m)

▍Hiking: 22 kilometers, 300 meters elevation gain, approximately 7 hours

We begin the sacred circumambulation from our hotel in Darchen. For thefirst 7 kilometers, a scenic shuttle bus takes us directly to the Prayer FlagSquare, leaving only 15 kilometers to trek on foot. The square is adorned withmani stone piles and vibrant prayer flags, and from this point, the sacredMount Kailash comes into view. The trail then turns northward into the LachuValley, following the eastern bank of the river all the way to our lodging forthe night—the Zhire Monastery Hotel. Situated at an elevation of approximately5,100 meters, the hotel offers a remarkable experience: you can gaze directlyupon Mount Kailash from the comfort of your bed.

Day 7: Zhire Monastery - Sky Burial Site - Drolma La Pass (5,630m) -Darchen (4,800m)

▍Hiking: 32 kilometers, 530 meters ascent, 830 meters descent, approximately 12hours

Today’s trek is the most demanding of the entire journey, marked by bothlong distance and high elevation. We typically set out around 4 a.m., equippedwith headlamps to guide us through the early darkness. After passing the skyburial platform, we make the challenging ascent to Drolma La Pass, the highestpoint of the circumambulation, standing at 5,630 meters. From there, we begin asteep descent along a gravel path. On the south side of the pass, we arerewarded with a view of the emerald-colored Toji Lake (托吉措, Tuōjí Cuò), also known as the Lake of Compassion, situated at 5,608 meters.

After the descent, the trail leads into another valley, where we follow theriver downstream, passing several monasteries along the way. Eventually, wereturn to Darchen. Along the latter half of the route, small shops providespots to rest and recharge. For those who find the final stretch toochallenging, transportation is available for the last dozen kilometers back totown.

Day 8: Darchen - Lungkar La Pass- Zanda Earth Forest - Guge Kingdom- Zanda (3,600m)

▍Driving: 260 kilometers, approximately 5 hours

We depart from Darchen towards Zanda, traveling north along the foothillsof the Gangdise Mountain Range. After crossing Mount Aiyi, we enter the uniqueearth forest terrain surrounding Zanda—the Zanda Earth Forest. The ZandaEarth Forest covers an area of hundreds of square kilometers, with the windingXiangquan River flowing quietly through the canyons of the earth forest, makingpeople feel as if they are in an ancient, primitive land. After visiting theZanda Earth Forest, we head to Zanda County Town to stay at a hotel.

Day 9: Zanda - Payang (Colorful Beach) - Gongzhuo Lake- Saga (4,485m)

▍Driving: 700 kilometers, approximately 10 hours

We depart from Zanda County, heading towards Payang, a quaint town inZhongba County. The journey offers a glimpse into a wildlife paradise, where wemay spot wild yaks, Tibetan antelope, Tibetan gazelles, Tibetan wild asses, andan abundance of other wildlife, all set against a backdrop of pristine lakesand endless grasslands. Continuing on, we drive to Saga, where the landscapetransforms into a mesmerizing desert expanse, providing a striking contrast tothe vast, untouched beauty of the surrounding pastoral grasslands.

Day 10: Saga - Lang Lake - Shigatse (3,800m)

▍Driving: 450 kilometers, approximately 7 hours

On the return journey, we pass through Ngari County in the Shigatse region,where we can see Lang Lake, which originates from snow mountains and ice peaks.Here, the terrain opens up to reveal a serene and quiet environment, with lushgrasslands that form an ideal natural pasture. From this tranquil setting nearLang Lake, we continue our journey toward Shigatse.

Day 11: Shigatse - Gyantse - Karola Glacier - Lake Yamdrok- Lhasa

▍Driving: 370 kilometers, approximately 6 hours

Returning from Shigatse, we can see the Noijin Kangsang Snow Mountain (乃钦康桑雪山, Nǎiqīn Kāngsāng Xuěshān) andKarola Glacier, as well as Lake Yamdrok, one of the three holy lakes. As theroad extends endlessly before us, the vastness of the world comes rushing withthe rolling of the wheels—sunshine, white clouds, bluesky, mountains, and ripe highland barley... The journey ends here, but vibrantenergy begins to grow in our hearts.

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Warm tips

1.Best Season: May to October

2.Suitable For: Healthy individuals aged 18-65 years with high-altitudetrekking experience

3.Potential Risks: Two nights at elevations above 5,000 meters, which mayincrease the risk of altitude sickness; one day of strenuous high-altitudetrekking covering 32 kilometers, demanding excellent physical fitness; borderpermits are required.

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COST INCLUDES

1. Accommodation9 nights accommodation: 1 nightin Lhasa, 1 night in Shigatse, 1 night in Dinggye County, 1 night in EverestBase Camp, 2 nights in Saga County, 2 nights in Tachin Town, 1 night in ZhireTemple (2 people/room, same-sex room sharing is accepted by default, someaccommodations are multi-person rooms due to conditions)

2. Transportation：Full fare (5-seater SUV, 7-seater commercial vehicle or 9-seater car),driver salary, meal allowance, and full tolls and highway fees and othertransportation expenses

3.Meals: A welcome dinner on the day of assembly

4. Natural single room difference：Single person registration does not require singleliving, but can accept the difference in single room when same sex room sharingis available

5. Staff：Professional outdoor full-time leader, porter, driver, and early customerservice

6.Safety：Medical oxygen cylinders, satellite phone, first aid kit

7.Service：Travel consultant one-stop booking consultation, travel activityorganization and planning,

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COST EXCLUSIONS

1. Transportation：Transportation costs from the departure point to the meeting/disbandingpoint

2. Single room difference：If a team member requests to stay alone, thedifference will be paid according to the actual hotel fee (the difference insingle room does not need to be paid, and will be borne by our travel agency)

3. Personal consumption：Additional travel expenses and accommodation expensesincurred due to personal reasons

4.Outside the itinerary：All expenses other than the itinerary

5.Others：If the guest fails to complete all the tour items due to personal reasons,or returns to the departure point ahead of schedule, it will be regarded asautomatic abandonment of the activity, and the tour fee paid by the guest willnot be refunded.

6. Force majeure：Other expenses due to force majeure (natural disasters, road interruptions,policy reasons, etc.)