USD 2550
- 13 Nights | 14 Days
- Nepal & Tibet
The Kailash Mansarovar Yatra is a pilgrimage to one of the holiest places in the world, where Lord Shiva is believed to reside with Goddess Parvati. This sacred journey attracts thousands of devotees every year seeking spiritual peace, purification, and moksha (liberation).
Different religions hold their own beliefs about the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra pilgrimage, making it a unique spiritual destination for followers of Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, and Bon religion. It is widely believed that undertaking the Mount Kailash Yatra can cleanse sins and help devotees attain nirvana and freedom from the cycle of birth and rebirth.
One of the most important rituals during the journey is the Kailash Parikrama (Kora)—a sacred walk around Mount Kailash. Devotees believe that completing the parikrama brings immense spiritual merit, and performing it multiple times leads to ultimate salvation.
The journey also includes a visit to the holy Lake Manasarovar, where pilgrims take a sacred bath believed to purify the soul. The serene beauty of the lake, combined with the divine presence of Mount Kailash, makes this Kailash Mansarovar tour a truly life-changing experience.
Located in the Tibet Autonomous Region of China, the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra from Nepal or India is conducted during a limited travel season, typically from May to September. Despite lasting only a few months each year, the spiritual significance and natural beauty of Mount Kailash and Lake Manasarovar continue to attract pilgrims and travelers from across the world.
Kathmandu Arrival Dates:
May 2026: 3rd, 10th, 19th( FM ) & 31st
June 2026: 7th, 14th, 21st (FM) & 28th
July 2026: 5th, 12th, 19th (FM) & 26th
Aug. 2026: 2nd, 9th, 16th (FM) & 30th
Sept.2026: 6th & 13th
Major Highlights:
Trip Duration: 13 Nights /14 Days
Travel Type: Kailash Mansarovar Yatra (KMY) by Overland
Starting point: Kathmandu, Nepal
Finishing point: Kathmandu, Nepal
Mt. Kailash Height: 6,638 metres from sea level
Highest point on trek: Dolmala Pass (5,600 metres)
Day 01: Kathmandu Arrival (1400m) - Overnight in Kathmandu
Welcome to Nepal, a representative will be there at the Tribhuvan International airport to meet & greet you and transfer you to the hotel by private vehicle.
Meal: Dinner Only at Hotel
Day 02: Kathmandu Sightseeing – Overnight in Kathmandu
After Breakfast (08:00AM) – Visit Lord Pashupatinath Temple, Shakti Peeth, Boudhanath Stupa and Budhanilkantha.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 03: Drive from Kathmandu to Dhunche / Timure / Safru Besi (Nepal China Border)
After Breakfast: Drive to Dhunche (2000m / 127 km / 6 hrs) or Syabrubesi (1600m / 141 km / 7 hrs) or Timure (1983m / 152 km / 8 hrs).
Meal: Breakfast, Packed Lunch and Dinner at Saga.
Day 04: Drive to Drive to Kerung County – Overnight in Kerung County
After Breakfast: Drive to Rasuwagadhi (1800m / 15 km / 45 min from Syabrubesi) or 10 to 15 minute walk to border from Timure, then complete immigration & custom formalities in Nepal & Tibet side at Rasuwagadhi, and then continue further drive to Kyirong.(2850m) – 1 hrs / 40 km.
Meal: Breakfast, Packed Lunch and Dinner at Saga.
Day 05: Free for Acclimatization – Overnight in Kerung County
After Breakfast: Free all day. This day is reserved for rest for acclimatization in Tibet’s tough climate. Our tour manager will assist you for a short local walking at Kerung County for warming up your body to adjust with Tibet’s high altitude.
Day 06: Drive to Saga (4550m) – Overnight in Saga
After Breakfast: Drive to Saga (235 km – 5 to 6 hrs).
Meal: Breakfast, Packed Lunch and Dinner at Saga.
Drive Time: 5-6 hrs
Altitude: 4550 m
Day 07: Drive from Saga to Mansarovar Lake (4550m) – Overnight in Mansarovar Lake
08:00 AM - Drive towards Manasarovar Lake (450 km - 6-7 hrs) crossing beautiful places and stay at the shore of the Lake. Fill spiritual water.
Meal: Breakfast, Packed Lunch, Dinner
Drive Time: 6-7 hrs
Altitude: 4550 m
Mud House Stay
Day 08: Drive to Darchen (4650m) – Overnight in Darchen
Most of the day - Perform Puja (prayer ritual) at Manasarovar Lake Parikrama of Manasarovar Lake by vehicle (3 hrs - 90 km)
03:00 PM - Drive to Darchen.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Drive Time: 2 hrs
Altitude: 4650 m
Day 09: First Day of Outer Kora - Trek to Dirapuk (4860m) – Overnight in Dirapuk
10:00AM - After a short drive, we will reach Tarboche and visit Yama Dwar. This is the starting point for Kora. We will trek to Dirapuk (4860 m) which is a 12 km trek (5-6 hrs). You will visit the North face of Mt. Kailash.
Note: Travelers who do not want to trek around (Parikrama) Kailash can go back to Darchen and wait for the rest of the group to arrive from Parikrama.
Meal: Breakfast at Darchen, Packed Lunch, Dinner.
Walk Time: 12 KM (5-6 hrs.)
Altitude: 4860m
Day 10: Second Day of Outer Kora - On to Zuthulphuk (4670m) with Trek to Dolma La Pass
07:00AM - Trek from Dirapuk to Dolma La Pass and proceed to Zuthulphuk (22 km trek for 8-9 hours trek). This is the most difficult journey throughout the yatra since you have to trek up to 5700 ft. From descend to Gaurikund and further trek along the river to Zuthulu-puk.
Meal: Breakfast, Packed Lunch, Dinner
NOTE: If you are not doing Parikrama, then you will still be waiting at Darchen
Walk Time: 22 KM (8-9 hrs.)
Altitude: 4670m
Day 11: Drive to Saga (4550m - 470 kms - 7-8 hrs) – Overnight in Saga
After Breakfast: Short Trek (8kms - 2 - 3hrs) and reach the point where the coach will be waiting, we will drive to Darchen and merge with other members who were waiting and drive to Saga. (470 kms - 8-9 hrs)
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Drive Time: 8-9 hrs
Altitude: 4550 m
Day 12: Drive to Kerung County (3750m) – Overnight in Kerung County
After Breakfast: – Drive to Saga (245 km)
Meal: Breakfast, Packed Lunch and Dinner at Saga.
Drive Time: 6-7 hrs
Altitude: 3750 m
Day 13: Drive from Kyirung to Kathmandu – Overnight in Kathmandu
After Breakfast: Drive from Kyirung to the border (40 kms – 1hrs) and completing immigration formalities drive back to Kathmandu – around 7-8 hr / 152 km. At Kathmandu hotel – Certificate of completion will be provided to you from Nepal Trip Planner.
Drive Time: 7-8 hrs
Altitude: 1400 m
Day 14: Transfer to Kathmandu Airport
You will be free till your flight time. We will drop you at the Airport 3 hours before flight time (30 mins drive).
Cost Includes
- 3 Night accommodation at Kathmandu on 3 star hotel- Hotel Woodapple/ Hotel Moonlight or similar on Twin Sharing basis
- 1 night at Rasuwagadi / Safrubesi / Timure
- Tibet Side Accommodation in Hotel / Guest House with Attached Bathroom- Except Mansarovar and Kailash Parikrma where Mud Guest Houses Multiple Sharing Basis & Common Toilet Available.
- Sightseeing of Kathmandu city
- Kathmandu – China Border – Kathmandu by Non - A/C Vehicle
- Chinese visa Fee
- All vegetarian meals (breakfast, lunch & dinner)
- Transportation in Tibet by Luxury A/C Coach
- Supporting truck to carry equipment
- English speaking Tibetan guide
- All necessary travel & trekking permit as per our Itinerary
- Supporting crew members (Cooks, Helpers & Sherpas)
- Oxygen cylinders for emergency use & medical kit bag
- One duffle bag, One backpack, One cap, One passport holders, & Kailash Yatra completion certificate.
- Escort for airport pick up & drop off
- All applicable taxes & service charges.
Cost Excludes
- Travel insurance / Rescue and evacuation service
- Entrance fee of Monuments at Kathmandu
- To Visit Ashtapad (Charansparsh)
- Tips for guide & driver and Personal expenses
- Horse riding (Around 3500 Yuan) during the Parikrama
- Air ticket to Kathmandu & return back to home.
- Extra Hotel charge in Kathmandu if early return from Tibet or extra stay at Kathmandu
- Additional cost due to any political disturbances or Natural Calamities
- Extra accommodation charges if delay in Permit /Visa from Tibet (Please make sure your air ticket is flexible to change dates)
- If pilgrims leave the group early from the Tibet side for non – disease reasons then USD 100 per person per day has to be paid as penalty to the Tibet side – T.A.R. Foreign Exchange Center (FEC). (Visa splitting charge, accommodation, transportation charges will be extra)
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