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Tibet & Kailash · Pilgrimage
Kailash Mansarovar Yatra
A profound 15-day overland journey to Mount Kailash and Lake Mansarovar.
Duration15 days / 14 nights
Highest point5,630 m / 18,471 ft
Best seasonMay to September
Journey styleModerate · Pilgrimage
The journey
At the foot of the sacred mountain.
Regarded as the abode of Lord Shiva and revered across four faiths, Mount Kailash is more than a destination. This route combines temple visits in Kathmandu, a measured ascent across the Tibetan plateau, holy rituals at Lake Mansarovar, Charan Sparsh, and the demanding Kailash Kora.
Permits, transport, vegetarian meals, accommodation, guides, cooks, Sherpas, oxygen, and support staff are arranged so you can focus on the meaning of the journey.
Journey highlights
Mount Kailash DarshanCharan SparshLake Mansarovar PujaDolma La PassDirapuk North Face52 km Sacred Kora
Day by day
The complete pilgrimage.
The route builds in acclimatization and support before the highest and most demanding days of the Kora.
Kathmandu temples & preparation
Visit Pashupatinath and Budhanilkantha; complete visa, equipment, and final route checks.
Kathmandu to Rasuwagadhi
Drive through Nepal's river valleys to the Tibet border region.
Cross into Tibet & drive to Kerung
Complete border formalities and continue into the Tibetan plateau.
Acclimatization in Kerung
A gentle day to rest, walk, and prepare for higher elevations.
Kerung to Saga
Cross the dramatic Tibetan plateau by private overland transport.
Saga to Lake Mansarovar
First views of Mount Kailash, followed by a holy dip, puja, and quiet reflection.
Mansarovar to Darchen
Morning prayers beside the lake, then drive to the gateway of Kailash Parikrama.
Kora begins: trek to Dirapuk
Begin the sacred circuit and reach Dirapuk for a powerful view of Kailash's North Face.
Charan Sparsh
A devotional journey toward the sacred base of Mount Kailash, returning to Dirapuk.
Dolma La Pass to Zuthulpuk
The most demanding and spiritually significant day, crossing the route's highest point.
Complete Parikrama & return to Saga
Finish the Kailash Kora and begin the overland return journey.
Saga to Kerung
Return across the plateau with time to rest and reflect.
Border crossing & Kathmandu
Cross back into Nepal and return to Kathmandu for a farewell dinner.
Final departure
Breakfast and private airport transfer for your onward journey.
Included
Carefully supported.
✓ 4-star Kathmandu hotel on full board
✓ Tibet guesthouses and hotels
✓ Vegetarian breakfast, lunch, and dinner
✓ Tibet group permit and visa fees
✓ Private overland transport and AC coaches
✓ English/Hindi-speaking Nepali and Tibetan guides
✓ Cooks, Sherpas, helpers, and equipment truck
✓ Emergency medical kit and oxygen cylinders
Prepare well
Arrive ready.
✓ Valid passport, photos, and medical fitness documents
✓ Comprehensive high-altitude travel insurance
✓ Broken-in trekking boots and layered clothing
✓ Sleeping bag rated around -15°C to -20°C
✓ Personal medication and altitude advice from your doctor
✓ Early booking for permits and limited departure slots
Enquire now
Ready to begin your Kailash Yatra?
Contact the team closest to you for departure dates, permits, preparation, and a journey designed around your group.
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