Overview
Kathmandu - Syabrubeshi - Kerung - Saga - Mansarovar - Darchen - Kailash Parikrama - Zuthulphuk - Darchen - Saga - Kerung - Kathmandu
• Total Duration: 14 Days
• Max. Altitude: 5,700 meters (18,700 ft) at Dolma La Pass during the Parikrama.
• Pilgrimage Focus: Darshan of Mount Kailash, circumambulation (Parikrama/Kora) of Mount Kailash, and holy dip/puja at Lake Mansarovar.
Itinerary
ITINERARY (KAILASH MANSAROVAR YATRA EX KATHMANDU OVERLAND TRIP – 13 NIGHTS & 14 DAYS)
Day 01 – Arrival Kathmandu (1400 Mts. / 4600 ft.): - On Arrival at Kathmandu Airport, you will greet by our office representatives / driver outside of arrival gate. Then continue drive to hotel & meet other members joining in your group. Meal: Lunch if you arrive early & Dinner
Day 02 – Kathmandu cultural Tour: - After breakfast drive to Pashupatinath temple (Darshan, Perform Puja) & Visit Buddanilaknatha then drive back to hotel. Packing and preparation for yatra evening short briefing about further program. Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner at hotel
Day 03 –Drive to Syabrubeshi (1600 mts. /145kms) or Timure (1983Mts. /152 kms.): - This is the first day of the Yatra, Morning after breakfast depart from Kathmandu to Syabrubeshi (1600m / 145 km / 6.5 hrs.) near China border by reserved tourist coach. Meal: Breakfast in Kathmandu, Lunch on the way in good restaurant & Dinner in Syabrubeshi
Day 04 - Drive to Kerung (2850mts.): - Drive to Rasuwagadhi (1800m / 15 km / 45 min from Syabrubeshi), then our Guide will complete custom formalities and continue further drive to Kyirong (2850m) – 1 hrs. / 35 km
Meal: Breakfast in Syabrubeshi, Lunch & Dinner in Kerung
Day 05 - Drive to Saga (4550mts): - After Breakfast drive to Saga / (220 km – 5 to 6 hrs.) en-route passing Thorong La, Paigu-Tso Lake and Brahmaputra River. Meal: Breakfast in Kerung, Packed Lunch enroute & Dinner in Saga
Day 06 - Saga (4550mts): - Entire day free for acclimatization. Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 07 – Drive to Mansarovar (4550mts. / 450 kms): - After breakfast drive from Saga to Mansarovar Lake (7hrs) crossing beautiful places & Conducting Mansarovar Lale Parikrama by Coach (105 km. 03 hrs. Drive) Meal: Breakfast in Saga, Packed Lunch enroute & Dinner in Mansarovar
Day 08 - Drive to Darchen (4600mts. - 35kms): - Morning Take holy Bath in Manasarovar Lake and conduct Pooja, hawan and spiritual activities according to your tradition then drive towards Darchen (1 hrs. drive) Meal: Breakfast in Mansarovar, Lunch & Dinner in Darchen
Day 09 – (Starting of 1st Day Kailash Parikrama) Trek to Diraphuk (4880 mts. – 12kms; 05 to 06 hrs. trek): - After breakfast we will drive to Yamadwar (43Km – 1.5hrs drive). From Yamadwar you can view south face of Kailash Parbat. This is the starting point of Parikrama. Trek 05 – 06 hrs. 12km.On the way to Diraphuk you can view west face of Kailash Parbat on the right side. Yatries who do not want to go parikrama can come back to Darchen and wait for other members to arrive. Yatries who are not able to walk can hire horse for parikrama in Yamadwar at your own cost. Meal – Breakfast in Mansarovar, Packed Lunch during trek & Dinner in Diraphuk
Day 10 – (2nd Day of Parikrama) Trek to Zuthulphuk (4670m. 22km– 08 to 09 hrs. trek): - After breakfast trek from Diraphuk to Dolma La pass (5700m.). This is the most difficult journey throughout the yatra since you have to trek up to 18,600 ft. About 3km before reaching Dolma La Pass is steep hill and quite difficult to walk. Also descending from Dolma La Pass is the same for up to 3km (You can see Gauri Kund on the right) then continue trek to Zuthulphuk. Meal – Breakfast in Diraphuk, Packed Lunch during trek & Dinner in Zuthulphuk
Day 11 – (Ending Day of Parikrama, 8 Km – 3 hrs. trek) Trek to Darchen & Drive to Saga (470Kms. / 07 to 08 hrs. drive): - After breakfast short trek to Maniwall (8 km – 3hrs trek). Our Coach will pick you from there then we will drive to Darchen (3 km.) and merge with other members who are waiting for us to complete parikrama and continue drive back to Saga (7-8 hrs. drive) Meal – Breakfast in Zuthulphuk, Packed Lunch enroute & Dinner in Saga
Day 12 – Drive to Kerung: - Drive back to Kerung (220kms. 05-06 hrs. drive), which is the last stay in Tibet part. Meal: Breakfast in Saga & Packed Lunch enroute & Dinner in Kerung
Day 13 – Drive back to Kathmandu: - Drive from Kerung to border (40kms – 1hrs) and completing immigration formalities drive back to Kathmandu – around 7-8 hr. / 152 km. Arrive at Kathmandu hotel. Meal: Breakfast in Kerung, Lunch enroute in good restaurant & Dinner in Kathmandu
Day 14 – Departure: - After breakfast drive to Kathmandu International Airport to move towards your own destinations. Meal – Breakfast
Package Cost:
Cost per person: INR 2, 25,000.00 Per Person for Indian Passport holders only
GST (Goods and Services Tax): Extra
• Currency in Tibet: The Chinese Yuan (CNY). Can be exchanged from a bank or local money changers.
Cancellation Policy
• After Booking: INR 20,000 is non-refundable.
• 15 days before departure: 50% of the total trip cost.
• 10 days before departure: 90% of the total trip cost.
• 07 days or less before departure: 100% of the total trip cost.
• All cancellations must be sent in writing; verbal cancellations are not accepted.
Kathmandu Arrival Date
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Month
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Date
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May
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07, 14, 21, 25 (Full moon), 28
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June
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04, 11, 18, 24 (Full Moon)
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July
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02, 09, 16, 23(Full Moon), 30
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August
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06, 13, 20, 22(Full Moon), 27
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September
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03, 10, 17, 20 (Full moon)
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NOTE: NRI/Foreigner should arrive Kathmandu before 04 working days then above-mentioned date
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Day
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Route & Key Activities
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Overnight at & Altitude
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Driving/Flying Time
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Trekking Time & Distance
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Meals
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01
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Arrive Kathmandu and transfer to hotel
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Kathmandu *3-star Hotel
1400 Mts./4600 ft
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Dinner
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02
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Kathmandu Cultural Tour
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Kathmandu *3-star Hotel
1400 Mts./4600 ft
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Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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03
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Drive to Syabrubeshi or Timure
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Syabrubeshi
Hotel*
1600 m
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Dsitance:145 Kms
Drive: 6.5 hrs
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Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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04
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Drive to Kerung
Acclimatization Day in Taklakot. Free day for rest and exploring the local market. Critical for adjusting to high altitude.
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Kerung
Hotel*
2,850 m
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Distance:50 Kms
Drive: 2 hrs
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Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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05
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Drive to Saga
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Saga
Hotel*
4550 mts.
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Dsitance:220 Kms
Drive: 5-6 hrs
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Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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06
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Saga Free day for rest and exploring the local market. Critical for adjusting to high altitude.
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Saga
Hotel*
4550 mts.
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Distance:220 Kms
Drive: 5-6 hrs
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Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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07
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Drive to Lake Mansarovar (4550 m). En route see Rakshas Tal and first views of Mt. Kailash & Gurla Mandhata. Perform Mansarovar Parikrama by bus,
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Lake Mansarovar
Basic Mud House
4,550 m / 14,925 ft
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Drive: 1.5 hrs (90 km)
Parikrama by Bus: 3 hrs (105 km)
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Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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08
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Drive to Darchen
Take holy bath in Mansarovar Lake and conduct Pooja
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Darchen
Hotel 3*
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Distance: 35 Kms
Drive: 01 hrs
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Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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09
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Drive to Yam Dwar. Start Kora (Parikrama) - Day 1. Trek to Diraphuk. View the West Face of Kailash.
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Diraphuk
Basic Mud House
4,880 m / 16,010 ft
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Drive: 1.5 hrs (43 km)
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Trek: 5-6 hrs
Distance: 12 km
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Breakfast, Packed Lunch, Dinner
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10
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Kora - Day 2 (Most Challenging). Trek to Dolma La Pass (5700 m) and then descend to Zuthulphuk.
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Zuthulphuk
Basic Mud House
4,670 m / 15,322 ft
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Trek: 8-9 hrs
Distance: 22 km
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Breakfast, Packed Lunch, Dinner
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11
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Kora - Day 3 (Final). Short trek to Maniwall. Drive to Darchen and then back to Saga. Rejoin group.
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Taklakot
*3-star Hotel*
3,900 m
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Drive: ~3-4 hrs
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Trek: 3 hrs
Duration: 07/08 hrs
Distance: 470 km
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Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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12
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Drive to Kerung
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Kerung
Hotel*
2850 mts.
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Distance:220 Kms
Drive: 5-6 hrs
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Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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13
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Drive to Kathmandu
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Kathmandu *3-star Hotel
1400 Mts./4600 ft
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Distance:192 Kms
Drive: 8-9 hrs
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Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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14
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Drive to Airport. Tour concludes. Depart for home destination.
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Breakfast
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Inclusions/Exclusions
What's Included & Not Included:
Included (✅)
✅ All transfers as per program
✅ Nepal Side accommodation as per itinerary
on double/triple sharing basis & Rest on 04 to 06 sharing basis
✅ Arrival departure and sightseeing as per itinerary
✅ Kathmandu/Kerung/Kathmandu by Tourist Bus
✅ All vegetarian meals (B, L, D) as specified
✅ Luxury coach transport in Tibet
✅ Nepali team leader, staff, and Tibetan guide
✅ Chinese Visa, Permits, and Humla fee
✅ 1 Duffel Bag, 1 Day Pack, 1 Jacket
✅ Oxygen cylinder for medical use (with staff)
Not Included (❌)
❌ GST (Extra)
❌ Air tickets to/from Kathmandu
❌ Cost for extra night accommodation
❌ Horse/Porter during Parikrama (at own cost)
❌ Evacuation costs and travel insurance
❌ Expenses of a personal nature
❌ Visa splitting charge if returning early
❌ Any service not mentioned
❌ Tips for Nepali Sherpa/Chinese Team
❌ CNY 200
Booking Requirements & Procedure:
1. Passport Validity: Must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of travel.
2. Passport Pages: Must have a minimum of 2 blank pages.
3. Existing Visa: Any existing valid Chinese visa in the passport must be cancelled before travel.
4. Process:
5. Submit an advance booking amount along with a Xerox copy of your passport.
6. Submit your original passport to the Delhi office 10-15 days before travel for visa processing.
Critical Risk Acknowledgement (As per Operator):
Before booking, Yatries must understand and accept the following:
• The operator is not responsible for accidents or delays in evacuation due to natural calamities in the remote terrain.
• The operator is not liable for any illness due to the hazards of high-altitude travel where emergency treatment is unavailable.
• No refunds will be issued for changes or cancellations imposed by Chinese authorities or other factors beyond the operator's control.
• This is a physically demanding and high-risk journey. Yatries undertake this travel entirely at their own risk.
Essential Packing List & Guidelines:
• Clothing (No Sarees): Indian women pilgrims are strictly advised not to wear sarees.
• Must-Haves: Good quality hiking shoes, woollen thermals, warm trousers, woollen shirts, sweater/jacket, raincoat, woollen cap, gloves, woollen socks.
• Gear: Walking/hiking sticks, torch/flashlight, water bottles, toilet paper, sunglasses, sunscreen (high SPF), towel.
• Medicines: Personal prescriptions and Diamox (for altitude sickness—consult a doctor for dosage).
• Snacks: Energy-giving food like chocolates, dry fruits, toffees, and glucose.
Health Advisory & Altitude Warning:
• Fitness Level: This is one of the toughest high-altitude journeys. You MUST be in excellent physical health.
• Medical Check-Up: A thorough check-up by your doctor is mandatory, especially for those with pre-existing heart or respiratory conditions like asthma.
• Altitude Sickness: Symptoms like headache, nausea, loss of appetite, and breathlessness are common. The acclimatization day in Taklakot is crucial.
• Precautions: Drink 3-4 litters of water daily, avoid alcohol and smoking, do not over-exert, and inform your guide immediately of any severe symptoms.
