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Kailash Tour

Kailash Tour

  •   Tibet
  •   Trekking
  •   Mordrate
  •   16 Days
  •   4800m
Kailash Tour
  • Kailash Tour

Kailash Overview & Highlights of this Trip
Kailash overland tour with a visit to Everest Base Camp and a 3-day Kailash Kora is a spiritual adventure that no others can compare. You will enjoy the stunning view of Mt. Everest from different platforms along the way. With an overnight stay at the base camp, you may also have the chance to appreciate the sunset and sunrise at the top of the world. Trip at a Glance
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu
Day 02: Kathmandu to Border ( Nepal-Tibet) Rashuwagadi-Kerung
Day 3:- Saga
Day 4:-Saga - Lake Manasarovar - Darchen
Day 5:-Darchen to Dirapuk Trek
Day 6:- Dirapuk to Zutulpuk Trek
Day 7:-Zutulpuk to Darchen Trek
Day 8:- Darchen - Saga
Day 9:-Saga - Kerung
Day 10: Kerung Border - Kathmandu

What travel documents are required for this Lhasa Mount Kailash Kathmandu tour?
First, Passport Copy advance 30 days require and once you reach Kathmandu you need to obtain a Chinese Visa. With your Chinese visa and a valid passport, you can apply for the Tibet Travel Permit.

As Mount Kailash is situated in the remote western part of the Tibet Autonomous Region, additional travel documents are required for your visit, such as the Alien’s Travel Permit and the Military Permit.

 

Trip Facts

  • Activities

    Trekking

  • Starting Price

    2350 USD

  • Accommodation

    Hotel

  • Max. Altitude

    4800m

  • Best Season

    Autumn

  • Trip Hours/Day

    5-6 Days

  • Trip Grade

    Mordrate

  • Group Size

    2 to 10 Px

Highlights & Attractions

  • Kora (Circumambulation) around Mount Kailash (3 days) – a sacred ritual for Hindus, Buddhists, Jains, and Bonpos
  • Visit Lake Manasarovar, one of the highest freshwater lakes, revered for spiritual cleansing
  • Explore Tirthapuri Hot Springs and ancient caves linked to Guru Rinpoche
  • Witness breathtaking Himalayan landscapes, including Gurla Mandhata and Rakshas Tal
  • Experience Tibetan Buddhist culture in Darchen and Zanda
  • Drive through the Himalayan frontier via Kerung (Gyirong) border

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  • Trip Itinerary
  • Include & Excludes
  • Trip Notes
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Trip Itinerary

  • Day 01:: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,400m)
    Meet and greet at Tribhuvan International Airport. Briefing about the tour. Overnight in Kathmandu.
  • Day 2: : Kathmandu Sightseeing & Preparation
    Visit Pashupatinath Temple (sacred Hindu shrine). Explore Boudhanath Stupa (one of the largest Buddhist stupas). Final permit checks and packing for the journey. Overnight in Kathmandu.
  • Day 03:: Drive Kathmandu to Syabrubesi (1,550m) – 8-9 hrs
    Scenic drive through Nepal’s hills and rivers. Overnight in Syabrubesi.
  • Day 04:: Cross Nepal-China Border (Kerung/Gyirong) – Drive to Saga (4,600m) – 6-7 hrs
    Complete immigration formalities at Kerung (Gyirong) border. Drive through Himalayan valleys to Saga. First night in Tibet (acclimatization). Overnight in Saga.
  • Day 05:: Drive Saga to Lake Manasarovar (4,560m) – 7-8 hrs
    First glimpse of Mount Kailash and Lake Manasarovar. Holy dip in Manasarovar (optional). Sunset meditation by the lake. Overnight at Chiu Gompa (guesthouse).
  • Day 6: : Manasarovar to Darchen (4,560m) – 1 hr drive
    Morning rituals at Lake Manasarovar. Short drive to Darchen (base camp for Kailash Kora). Rest and acclimatization. Overnight in Darchen.
  • Day 7: : Begin Kailash Kora – Trek to Dirapuk (4,900m) – 7-8 hrs
    Start the sacred parikrama (circumambulation). Trek past Yam Dwar (Gate of the God of Death). Views of Kailash North Face. Overnight at Dirapuk Monastery (guesthouse).
  • Day 8: : Trek to Zuthulpuk (4,760m) via Dolma La Pass (5,630m) – 8-9 hrs
    Challenging climb to Dolma La Pass (highest point of the trek). Descend to Gauri Kund (sacred lake). Reach Zuthulpuk (caves of miracles). Overnight in Zuthulpuk.
  • Day 9: : End Kora – Return to Darchen – Drive to Manasarovar – 4-5 hrs
    Final trek segment to Darchen (2-3 hrs). Drive back to Lake Manasarovar. Rest and reflection. Overnight near Manasarovar.
  • Day 10: : Drive Manasarovar to Tirthapuri (4,400m) – 6-7 hrs
    Visit Tirthapuri Hot Springs (associated with Guru Rinpoche). Explore caves and temples. Overnight in Tirthapuri.
  • Day 11:: Drive Tirthapuri to Zanda (3,700m) – 5-6 hrs
    Scenic drive through remote western Tibet. Visit Guge Kingdom ruins (ancient Tibetan empire). Overnight in Zanda.
  • Day 12: : Drive Zanda to Saga (4,600m) – 8-9 hrs
    Long drive back through vast Tibetan plateaus. Overnight in Saga.
  • Day 13:: Drive Saga to Kerung (2,800m) – 6-7 hrs
    Return journey via Himalayan landscapes. Overnight in Kerung.
  • Day 14: : Kerung to Kathmandu – 7-8 hrs
    Cross back into Nepal. Drive to Kathmandu. Celebration dinner. Overnight in Kathmandu.
  • Day 15: : Free Day in Kathmandu
    Free Day in Kathmandu Optional sightseeing or shopping. Relax and reflect on the journey. Overnight in Kathmandu.
  • Day 16: : Departure from Kathmandu
    Transfer to the airport for departure.

Package Includes

  • Tibet Travel Permit & Kailash Special Permit
  • All accommodations (guesthouses, hotels, basic lodges)
  • Meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner during Tibet leg)
  • Experienced guide & support staff
  • Private 4WD vehicles in Tibet
  • Yaks/Ponies for luggage during Kora (personal riding horse at extra cost)
  • Private transport within Tibet & Nepal .

    • Package Excludes

    • Flight ticket of any sector
    • Personal Nature Gear Like Sleeping Bags, Clothing and footwear
    • Alcoholic beverages, bottled drinks (including cold drinks and mineral water),
    • Personal expenses such as laundry, Internet or calls, tips, gifts, souvenirs, etc.
    • Additional cost due to natural calamity and unforeseen circumstance .

    Trip Notes

    Best Time to Visit: May-September (warmer weather, stable conditions).

    Difficulty Level: Challenging (high altitude, long treks).

    This 16-day Mount Kailash pilgrimage tour is a once-in-a-lifetime spiritual adventure, combining breathtaking landscapes with deep religious significance.

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