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Day |
Route / Destination |
Accommodation |
Meals |
Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
01 |
Arrival in Kathmandu |
Standard Hotel |
Dinner |
Airport pickup, hotel transfer, Yatra briefing and relaxation |
|
02 |
Kathmandu Sightseeing |
Standard Hotel |
B, L, D |
Visit Pashupatinath Temple, Guhyeshwari, Budhanilkantha & Boudhanath Stupa |
|
03 |
Kathmandu → Nepal–China Border |
Basic Hotel |
B, L, D |
Scenic drive through hills, rivers & mountain roads |
|
04 |
Border → Gyirong (Kerung) / Nyalam |
Standard Hotel |
B, L, D |
Immigration formalities; enter Tibet; dramatic landscape views |
|
05 |
Acclimatization Day |
Standard Hotel |
B, L, D |
Rest, short walks, and altitude adjustment |
|
06 |
Drive to Saga |
Standard Hotel |
B, L, D |
Cross high passes; Brahmaputra River; Tibetan plateau views |
|
07 |
Saga → Lake Mansarovar |
Guesthouse / Mud House |
B, L, D |
First darshan of Mount Kailash |
|
08 |
Manasarovar → Darchen |
Standard Hotel |
B, L, D |
Holy bath, puja rituals & drive to base camp |
|
09 |
Darchen → Dirapuk (Trek) |
Guesthouse |
B, L, D |
Begin Kailash Parikrama; scenic trek with Kailash views |
|
10 |
Dirapuk → Zuthulpuk via Dolma-La Pass |
Guesthouse |
B, L, D |
Cross Dolma-La Pass (5,630m); visit Gauri Kund |
|
11 |
Zuthulpuk → Saga |
Standard Hotel |
B, L, D |
Complete Parikrama; drive back through vast landscapes |
|
12 |
Saga → Kerung / Nyalam |
Standard Hotel |
B, L, D |
Return journey through Tibetan plateau |
|
13 |
Kerung → Kathmandu |
Standard Hotel |
B, L, D |
Border formalities and return to Kathmandu |
|
14 |
Departure |
— |
Breakfast |
Airport transfer and end of Yatra |
Accommodation: Standard Hotel
Meal: Dinner
Highlights: Airport pickup, hotel transfer, and Yatra briefing. Relax after arrival and prepare for the spiritual journey ahead.
Upon arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, our representative will warmly
welcome you and escort you to your hotel. The rest of the day is free to relax after your journey.
In the evening, enjoy dinner and an introduction to the upcoming Yatra. Overnight stay in
Kathmandu.
Accommodation: Standard Hotel
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Highlights: Visit Pashupatinath Temple, Guhyeshwari Temple, Budhanilkantha, and Boudhanath Stupa. Yatra preparation and orientation.
After breakfast, embark on a spiritual sightseeing tour of Kathmandu. The journey begins with a
visit to Pashupatinath Temple, one of the holiest shrines of Lord Shiva, followed by
Guhyeshwari Temple, dedicated to Goddess Parvati. Next, visit Budhanilkantha, also known as
the Sleeping Vishnu, and end the tour at the majestic Boudhanath Stupa, a UNESCO World
Heritage site. After returning to the hotel for lunch, the afternoon will be spent preparing for the
Kailash journey. Overnight stay in Kathmandu.
Accommodation: Basic Hotel
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Highlights: Scenic drive through hills, rivers, and mountain roads. Reach border town and prepare for Tibet entry.
After breakfast, we begin our scenic drive towards the Nepal–China border. Depending on the route,
we will travel either to Rasuwagadhi (Kerung Border) or Kodari (Tatopani Border). The journey takes
approximately 6 hours, passing through winding mountain roads, lush landscapes, and riverside views.
Upon arrival, check into a hotel near the border and overnight stay.
Accommodation: Standard Hotel
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Highlights: Complete immigration formalities and enter Tibet. Begin journey across dramatic landscapes and increasing altitude.
After Breakfast Reach to Nepal/China Border. After completing immigration formalities, you
will meet your Chinese guide and transfer to your bus for the onward journey into Tibet.
Continue driving through high mountain landscapes until you reach Kerung (2,800m) or Nyalam
(3,750m). Upon arrival, check into your hotel and take time to rest. Overnight stay in Kerung or
Nyalam.
Accommodation: Standard Hotel
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Highlights: Rest and short walks to adjust to altitude. Essential for safe high-altitude travel.
Today is dedicated to rest and acclimatization to the increasing altitude. After breakfast, enjoy
light walks and explore the surroundings. This day is important for preparing your body for the
higher altitudes ahead. Overnight stay in Kerung or Nyalam.
Accommodation: Standard Hotel
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Highlights: Cross high mountain passes and witness vast Tibetan plateau. Drive along Brahmaputra River and nomadic landscapes.
After breakfast, continue your journey deeper into Tibet as you drive approximately 245
kilometers to Saga. Along the way, you will cross the Labung-La Pass (5,050m) and pass the
sparkling waters of Pekhu Tso Lake. The vast plateau landscape, with nomads herding yaks and
sheep, creates a timeless view of Tibetan life. By late afternoon, cross the mighty Brahmaputra
River and arrive in Saga, a bustling town where you will check into your hotel. Overnight stay in
Saga.
Accommodation: Guesthouse / Mud House
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Highlights: First Darshan of Mount Kailash. Reach the holy lake surrounded by majestic mountains.
Today is one of the most anticipated and spiritually uplifting days of the Yatra. After breakfast,
embark on a long drive of about 500 kilometers. The route passes through valleys, grazing lands,
sand dunes, and snow-capped peaks, offering breathtaking scenery throughout the journey. By
late afternoon, you will be blessed with your first view of the sacred Mount Kailash and the
turquoise waters of Lake Manasarovar. On arrival at Hore, a village near the lake, settle into your
accommodation. Overnight stay near Lake Manasarovar.
Accommodation: Standard Hotel
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Highlights: Holy bath and Puja at Manasarovar. Drive to Darchen, base camp for Kailash Parikrama.
Early in the morning, participate in holy rituals by taking a dip in the sacred waters of Lake
Manasarovar and performing Puja. The serene lake, considered the highest freshwater lake in the
world, is surrounded by Mount Kailash, Mount Gurla Mandhata, and Lake Rakshastal. After
completing your prayers, drive to Darchen, the base camp for the Kailash Parikrama. Overnight
stay in Darchen.
Accommodation: Guesthouse
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Highlights: Begin Kailash Parikrama. Trek through scenic valleys with close views of Mount Kailash.
Today marks the beginning of your sacred Kailash Parikrama. Trek approximately 18 kilometers
from Darchen to Dirapuk, a journey that takes six to seven hours. The trail passes dramatic rocky
cliffs and cascading waterfalls, with frequent glimpses of Mount Kailash appearing majestically
in the background. Upon reaching Dirapuk, rest in a simple guesthouse. Overnight stay in
Dirapuk.
Accommodation: Guesthouse
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Highlights: Most challenging day. Cross Dolma-La Pass, visit Gauri Kund, and descend to Zuthulpuk.
This is the most challenging yet spiritually rewarding day of the pilgrimage. Begin the steep
ascent to Dolma-La Pass at 5,630 meters (18,600 ft), the highest point of the Yatra. At Shiva-
sthal, pilgrims symbolically leave old clothes, strands of hair, or drops of blood, signifying the
abandonment of past sins. After crossing the pass, descend carefully, passing by Parvati-sthal
and the sacred Gauri Kund. By late afternoon, arrive at Zuthulpuk Monastery, famous for the
meditation cave of the great Tibetan saint Milarepa. Overnight stay in Zuthulpuk..
Accommodation: Standard Hotel
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Highlights: Complete final trek and drive back through vast Tibetan landscapes to Saga.
In the morning, complete the final leg of the Parikrama with a short two-hour trek. Your coach
will be waiting at the end point to take you back to Saga via Darchen. Enjoy the vast, open
Tibetan landscapes as you retrace your route. On arrival in Saga, check into your hotel and rest
after a long but fulfilling journey. Overnight stay in Saga.
Accommodation: Standard Hotel
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Highlights: Return journey with scenic mountain views and gradual descent.
After breakfast, begin the journey back towards the border region, driving to either Kerung (2,800m)
or Nyalam (3,750m) depending on the route permitted by the Chinese authorities. The drive passes
through scenic mountain terrain, offering stunning views of the Tibetan plateau as you descend
gradually towards the border. Upon arrival, check into your hotel and spend the evening at leisure,
reflecting on the sacred journey you have completed. Overnight stay in Kerung or Nyalam.
Accommodation: Standard Hotel
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Highlights: Cross border, complete formalities, and drive back to Kathmandu.
After breakfast, we begin our drive towards the Nepal/China border, where we will complete the
necessary immigration and customs formalities. Upon arrival at the border, you will go through the exit
procedures on the Chinese side, and then proceed with the entry formalities on the Nepali side. This
process may take some time, depending on the flow of travelers and the efficiency of the authorities.
Once all immigration and customs procedures are completed, we will continue our journey back to
Kathmandu. By evening we will reach to Kathmandu. Overnight Stay at Hotel in Kathmandu.
Accommodation: —
Meal: Breakfast
Highlights: Transfer to airport. End of Yatra with blessings and lifelong memories.
After breakfast, our team will assist you with check-out and transfer you to Tribhuvan
International Airport for your onward flight. With blessings from Lord Shiva and memories of a
lifetime, your Kailash Manasarovar Yatra comes to an end.
Note: Any cancellation due to Tibet permit rejection or border closure will follow local Tibet authority rules.
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