14-Day Kailash Mansarovar Yatra with Mount Kailash Kora and Dolma La

• Arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu.
• Transfer to the hotel by our representative.
• Free time to rest and recover from travel fatigue.
• Evening introductory briefing covering the journey overview, route conditions, altitude awareness, and important guidelines.
• Opportunity to meet fellow pilgrims.

Dinner and overnight at the hotel.

• After breakfast, visit Pashupatinath Temple, one of the holiest shrines dedicated to Lord Shiva.
• Continue to Boudhanath Stupa, a major center of Tibetan Buddhism.
• The afternoon is reserved for yatra preparation, document verification, final packing, and optional shopping for cold-weather gear.
• Evening health and safety briefing conducted by the Yatra leader, covering travel plans and important guidelines.

Overnight at the hotel in Kathmandu.

• Depart early in the morning for Syabrubesi, the gateway to the Nepal-China border.
• Enjoy a scenic drive along rivers, terraced hillsides, rural villages, and winding mountain roads.
• Stop for lunch en route.
• Arrive in Syabrubesi by evening.
• Take a short walk to stretch after the long drive and explore the small town bustling with yatris, trekkers, locals, guides, and porters.
• Optional visit to a local temple for light activity.

Overnight at a hotel/guesthouse in Syabrubesi.

• After breakfast, drive to the Rasuwagadhi border.
• Complete exit formalities on the Nepal side and enter the Tibet Autonomous Region.
• Finish immigration procedures and continue driving to Kerung.
• Experience the first significant altitude gain of the journey.
• The remainder of the day is kept light for acclimatization.

Overnight stay at a hotel/guesthouse in Kerung.

• Full day dedicated to acclimatization.
• Take short walks around Kerung to help the body adjust to the altitude.
• Guidance on hydration, breathing, and rest is provided by the team.
• Health conditions are monitored throughout the day.
• This day is crucial for reducing the risk of altitude sickness in the following days.

Overnight stay at a hotel/guesthouse in Kerung.

• Drive into the Tibetan Plateau, enjoying breathtaking views of snow-covered peaks, grasslands, and nomadic settlements.
• Lunch is served en route.
• Arrive in Saga, then rest and avoid exertion due to the significant altitude increase.
• Oxygen support is available if required.
• Stay in frequent contact with the trip leader and report your health status.
• Note: From this day onward, the region poses a higher risk of altitude sickness.

Overnight stay in Saga.

• Drive towards the sacred Lake Mansarovar, one of the highest freshwater lakes in the world.
• En route, weather permitting, catch the first distant view of Mount Kailash.
• Arrive at Mansarovar in the afternoon.
• Perform holy rituals, meditation, and prayers by the lakeside.
• An optional special puja ceremony can be conducted today.
• The serene surroundings provide a deeply spiritual atmosphere.

Overnight stay near Lake Mansarovar.

• Early morning spiritual activities at Lake Mansarovar, including holy bathing and prayer rituals, weather permitting.
• After breakfast, drive to Darchen, the base camp of Mount Kailash.
• The afternoon is spent resting and preparing for the upcoming Kailash Kora (parikrama).
• Acclimatize and adjust to the high altitude.

Overnight stay in Darchen.

• Drive a short distance to Yam Dwar, the official starting point of the Kailash Kora.
• Yam Dwar marks the "Gateway of the God of Death," the spiritual threshold of the parikrama.
• Begin a gentle trek along the Lha Chu River through a wide valley.
• Enjoy stunning views of Mount Kailash's western and northern faces.
• Observe prayer flags, mani stones, and sacred landmarks along the route.
• Reach Dirapuk Monastery by afternoon for a close-up view of the north face.
• Spend the evening reflecting on Day 1 and resting for the next challenging day.

• Begin the early morning ascent to Dolma La Pass, the highest and most challenging point of the Kora.
• The trek is steep and demanding, requiring slow and steady walking.
• At the pass, witness prayer flags fluttering in strong winds and offer prayers for strength and blessings.
• Crossing Dolma La symbolizes spiritual death and rebirth.
• Descend carefully to Gauri Kund, a sacred lake associated with Goddess Parvati.
• Continue through rugged terrain to Zutulpuk, completing the longest and most transformative day of the Kora.

• Complete the final, relatively easy section of the Kora.

• Upon reaching the endpoint, board the vehicle and drive back to Saga.

• Celebrate the successful completion of the sacred yatra with fellow pilgrims.

• Spend the evening resting and sharing experiences from the journey.

• Begin the return journey through the Tibetan Plateau.

• Enjoy the gradual descent to help the body recover from the high altitude.

• Arrive in Kerung by evening and rest for the night.

• After breakfast, cross the Nepal-China border and drive back to Kathmandu.

• Arrive by evening and enjoy a farewell dinner to celebrate the successful completion of the yatra.

• Receive the certificate of trip completion from the Holy Kailash Tour Official.

• Your airport representative will bid you farewell at the airport.