| Trip Facts | |
|---|---|
| Destination | Tibet |
| Trip Duration | 16 Nights /17 Days |
| Travel Type | Kailash Mansarovar Yatra (KMY) by Overland |
| Starting point | Kathmandu, Nepal |
| Finishing point | Kathmandu, Nepal |
| Mt. Kailash Height | 6,638 meters from sea level |
| Highest point on trek | Dolmala Pass (5,600 meters) |
| Kathmandu Arrival Date: 2025 | May 2025: 4th( FM ) & 18th || June 2025: 1st (FM), 15th & 30(FM) || July 2025: 13th & 30th(FM) || Aug. 2025: 17th & 28th (FM) || Sept.2025: 7th |
Introduction
Kailash Mansarovar yatra by overland starts from Kathmandu, you will travel by road throughout the journey.
Mount Kailash isn’t simply a mountain but a symbol of belief & faith among four religions: Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism and Bon. The mountain stands near lake Manasarovar and lake Rakshastal. It is the source of four major holy rivers in Asia: the Indus, Sutlej, Brahmaputra and Karnali. People who aren't able to perform a holy bath at Lake Manasarovar go into above rivers with the same belief and faith.
Mansarovar is another holy place toward north of Mt. Kailash. Just as Mt. Kailash does, this lake also holds its own religious value among various religions. Each have their own beliefs and faith about Kailash Mansarovar Yatra as per their devotional texts.
However, we can view Mount Kailash from the Nepalese side, particularly from areas in the northern regions of Nepal, such as Simikot or Hilsa. These areas provide distant views of Mount Kailash across the border in Tibet. Please keep in mind that direct access to Mount Kailash for trekking or circumambulation would require entering Tibet from China, and specific permits are necessary.
If you're interested in a pilgrimage or trekking experience around Mount Kailash, you may need to plan your trip through the Chinese authorities and adhere to their regulations. Organized tours are often available, and it's crucial to obtain the required permits before embarking on such a journey. One can also take a mountain flight from Kathmandu-Nepalgunj to Tibet border side that offers a magnificent close view of holy Kailash and the Mansarovar Lake depending upon the weather and visibility. However, choosing an overland Kailash journey will be the wisest risk-free option where one can take a tour/ Parikrama around the Kailash Parvat, enjoy the live experience of travelling around Mount Kailash, beautiful Mansarovar Lake, Gauri Kunda as well as Rakshas Taal, all having their own religious significance.
Itinerary
We have carefully planned out each day to give you the best possible experience. From exploring historic landmarks to tasting delicious local cuisine, each day is packed with adventure and excitement. Join us as we take you on a journey through some of the most fascinating destinations in the world.
Welcome to Nepal, a representative from Kailash Omyatra 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
08:00 AM – After Breakfast – sightseeing of Pashupatinath Temple, Shakti Peeth, Boudha Stupa and Budhanilkantha.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
After breakfast visit Bhaktapur Durbar square and Dholeshwor mahadev.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Drive to Dhunche (2000m / 127 km / 6 hrs) or Syabrubesi (1600m / 141 km / 7 hrs) or Timure (1983m / 152 km / 8 hrs) . Overnight stay Lodge.
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 Kerung county (2850m) – 1 hrs / 40 km. Overnight stay Guesthouse
Free day at Kerung for acclimatisation
From today, our journey will be precious in every minute. After breakfast, drive towards New Dongba for about 8 hours. En route you will pass Lalung La pass (5,300m), can view great Himalayas range and wide Tibetan dry landscape that make you feel travelling in mountain and desert .Beside that you can also see Mt. Shisha Pangma (8,000m) and Lake Pikuchu. On the way to Saga city you will cross the Holy Brahmapurtr River. Overnight at Hotel
Among the days of the Yatra; today is the important day because today we are going to have Darshan of Lake Mansarovar.
Overnight at Guest house at the bank of Lake Mansarovar (Chui Gumpa)
Stay : Mud Guest House
After the morning breakfast and Puja,Hawan,Holy Bath and Photo session we will drive towards Darchen by making Parikarama of Lake Mansarovar clockwise. It takes around 2:30 hour to reach Darchen. And free day at Darchen. Astapad excursion can be done at extra cost in the free time if Permitted by Army.
Stay : Hotel
After breakfast drive towards Yama Dwate via Darchen.
Yamadwar (Tarboche) which is the starting point of Kailash Parikrama. Tarboche is also well known as an outer “Asthapath”. It is one of the exciting days walking along the beautiful rocky cliffs; waterfalls with some clouds in the clear blue sky make you feel that Great God Shiva is everywhere with tons of blessing to you. We see Ganesh Parwat on its’ side. Time to time the north face of Kailash Parbat will be kept on appearing. Overnight at Guest house.
(If you are not doing Parikrama, then you will be waiting at Darchen – Mud Guest House multiple sharing (if using hotel Himalya /any Chinese Hotel with attached bath rooms then Cost Difference USD50 per person for 2 nights to be paid directly by guest) till Group return from Parikrma; we will arrange accommodation & Meals.
Night Stay :Mud Guest House
Altitude: 4909 m
Today is the most challenging day in our Yatra. Who would like to go for Charan Sparsh (4km one way ). can go Early in the Morning or can go previous day Day 11 after reaching Diraphuk , After Breakfast Trek from Dirapuk to Dolma La Pass (8 km). About 3 kms before reaching Dolma La Pass is steep hill and quite difficult to walk. Also descending from Dolma La Pass is the same for upto 3 km. While descending you can see Gaurikund on the right. After walking for about 2 – 3 hrs we will reach Phedi. After some rest we will start trek to Zuthulpuk (12 km trek for 6 hours). Overnight at Guest house.
Night stay: Mud Guest House.
NOTE: If you are not doing Parikrama, then you will still be waiting at Darchen
08:00AM – After a 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 – 7-8 hrs)
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Back journey, drive to Kerung County. Overnight stay at Guesthouse
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.
You will be free till your flight time. We will drop you at the Airport 3 hours before flight time (30 mins drive).
Cost Table
| Package Type | USD Per Person | INR Per Person |
|---|---|---|
| Deluxe Package | $2,800.00 | N/A |
Booking Amount: $500 USD Per Person
What's Included & Excluded
To help you plan your trip, we have put together a list of what's included and what's not included in your tour package. This will give you a clear understanding of what to expect and help you make any necessary arrangements before your journey begins.
Trip Inclusions
- 6 Night accommodation at Kathmandu on 3 star hotel- Hotel Woodapple / Hotel Moonlight or similar on Twin Sharing basis
- 1 night at Dhunche or Syabrubesi or Timure
- Accommodation at Guest House during Tibet Visit on common sharing basis with Tibetan common toilet.
- Sightseeing of Kathmandu city
- Kathmandu - China Border - Kathmandu by Non - A/C Vehicle
- Tibet group 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.
Trip Exclusions
- Travel insurance / Rescue and evacuation service
- Entrance fee of Monuments at Kathmandu
- Nepal re-entry Visa fee
- To Visit Ashtapad
- 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
- Addition cost due to any political disturbances
- Extra accommodation charges if flight is canceled due to bad weather or 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).
