Mount Kailash, The Holy Mountain

In so many ways this is the ultimate trek and should not be undertaken lightly. However although most of the trekking is relatively easygoing, one is at high altitude for some time which makes the experience physically challenging. Nonetheless, it is hugely rewarding trek to a genuinely remote part of the World. Colours are nowhere more intense than in this mountainous desert and the stars at night have to be seen to be believed.

Mount Kailash is a holy mountain for Hindus and Buddhists and it is forbidden to climb to its summet.  It is not in the Himalayas but is the highest peak in an ancient range, which predates the Himalayan mountains and the Tibetan plateau. It is steeped with mythological significance and is a destination for pilgrims especially Tibetan Buddhists who believe their souls will be cleansed by making the pilgrimage.

After circumnavigating the Mountain we travel to the source of the mighty River Indus. Returning to Kathmandu though Eastern Tibet visiting Lhasa with the great Potala Monastery and passing Mount Everest north face on the return leg of the drive.