Kailash & Mansarovar Tour Package

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 Arrival in Kathmandu

Arrive in Kathmandu, Nepal's vibrant capital city.
After airport pick-up, transfer to your hotel.
The evening is free to explore the bustling streets of Thamel or to rest before the start of your journey.
Overnight in Kathmandu.

Day 2 Sightseeing of Kathmandu

Morning breakfast at the hotel.
Visit to Pashupatinath Temple.
Visit to Guheswori Temple.
Visit to Budhanilkantha Temple.
Visit to Doleswor Mahadev Temple.
Briefing of the entire program in the afternoon at the hotel.
Packing of luggage and preparation for the Yatra the next day.

Day 3 Kathmandu to Syabrubesi

Drive from Kathmandu to Syabrubesi, a small town near the Tibetan border. The scenic drive takes you through lush green hills, rivers, and terraced farmlands. Drive time: 7-8 hours.
Overnight stay in Syabrubesi.

Day 4 Syabrubesi to Kerung

Cross the Nepal-Tibet border at Rasuwagadhi.
Drive to the Tibetan town of Kerung.
This drive marks the beginning of your journey on the Tibetan Plateau.
Drive duration: 4-5 hours.
Overnight stay in Kerung.

Day 5 Kerung to Saga

Continue your journey towards Saga, passing through high mountain passes with stunning panoramic views of the Himalayas.
Witness the vastness of the Tibetan plateau, dotted with nomadic settlements.
Drive: 6-7 hours.
Overnight in Saga.

Day 6 Acclimatization at Saga

Leisure day to acclimatize at Saga

Day 7 Saga to Lake Manasarovar

Drive towards the sacred Lake Manasarovar, one of the holiest lakes in Hinduism and Buddhism.
Enjoy a peaceful evening by the lake and, if desired, take a holy dip in its pure waters.
The view of Mount Kailash in the distance adds to the spiritual ambiance.
Drive duration: 6-7 hours.
Overnight stay at a guesthouse near Lake Manasarovar.

Day 8 Lake Manasarovar to Darchen

After morning prayers and exploration around Lake Manasarovar, you will drive to Darchen, the base town for the Mount Kailash Kora.
Take the evening to rest and prepare for the next day's trek.
Drive time: 2-3 hours.
Overnight stay in Darchen.

Day 9 Mount Kailash Kora – Darchen to Dirapuk

Start the 3-day Kailash Kora, trekking from Darchen to Dirapuk Monastery.
The trek offers the first close-up views of Mount Kailash's north face, a sacred and awe-inspiring sight for pilgrims.
Trek distance: 13 km, duration: 5-6 hours.
Overnight stay in Dirapuk guesthouse.

Day 10 Mount Kailash Kora – Dirapuk to Zuthulpuk via Dolma La Pass

This is the toughest yet most spiritually rewarding day of the trek as you cross Dolma La Pass, the highest point of the Kora.
You will descend past Gauri Kund, a sacred lake, and continue to Zuthulpuk Monastery.
Trek distance: 22 km, duration: 8-9 hours.
Overnight stay in Zuthulpuk guesthouse.

Day 11 Zuthulpuk to Darchen, Drive to Saga

Complete the Kora, trekking back to Darchen.
After lunch, drive back to Saga.
The sense of accomplishment from completing the Kailash Kora will linger as you retrace your steps across the Tibetan landscape.
Trek: 12 km, 4-5 hours.
Drive: 5-6 hours.
Overnight in Saga.

Day 12 Saga to Kathmandu

Drive: 7-8 hours
Overnight in Kathmandu

Day 13 Departure from Kathmandu

After breakfast, check out of the hotel.
Transfer to Kathmandu Airport to connect with your onward flight.

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Inclusions
Exclusions

Arrival and departure transportation
Sightseeing tour of Pashupatinath and Budhanilkantha
3 nights in a 3-star hotel in Kathmandu on a twin-sharing basis with all meals included, except in Syabrubesi, Mansarovar, and guesthouses during Parikrama
Transfer to Kerung by tourist bus or Scorpio
Accommodation on the Tibet side in a decent hotel or guesthouse
Pure vegetarian meals prepared by our escort for the tour to Kailash (Tibet side)
A/C coach and support trucks
English-speaking Tibetan guide
Nepali tour leader
Duffle bag, backpack, oxygen, and basic first-aid kit
Kailash permit and normal Tibet/China visa fee
Kerung land tax