15-Day Mount Kailash Yatra with Spiritual Journey via Kathmandu and Tibet
Highlights
Mount Kailash
nature, trekking, photography
Private Tour
15 Days
Easy
English, Hindi
Description
Experience a life-changing 15-day journey to Mount Kailash, a sacred pilgrimage that combines deep spirituality with the dramatic beauty of the Himalayas. Begin in Kathmandu with temple visits and cultural orientation before crossing into Tibet via Kyirong. Travel through the vast Tibetan plateau to reach Lake Mansarovar for holy rituals and a dip in the sacred waters. Embark on the Kailash Kora, a three-day high-altitude trek around Mount Kailash, including the challenging Dolma La Pass at 5,645 meters. Along the way, witness ancient monasteries, serene landscapes, and sacred sites while acclimatizing gradually for safety.
Itinerary
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Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,350 m)
- Arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport.
Meet and greet by local representative.
Transfer to hotel and trip briefing.
Overnight stay at hotel in Kathmandu.
Meals: Dinner.
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Day 2: Kathmandu Sightseeing and Yatra Preparation
- Visit the sacred Pashupatinath Temple (UNESCO World Heritage Site).
Visit Jal Narayan (Budhanilkantha).
Complete final preparations for the yatra, including medical checks, packing, and group briefing.
Overnight stay at hotel in Kathmandu.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
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Day 3: Drive from Kathmandu to Syabrubesi (1,460 m) – 140 km / 7 hours
- Begin scenic drive through hills and local villages.
Arrive in Syabrubesi and prepare for next day’s border crossing.
Overnight stay at guesthouse in Syabrubesi.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
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Day 4: Drive to Kyirong (2,700 m) – Border Crossing
Drive to Rasuwagadhi Border.
Complete immigration and customs procedures on both Nepal and China sides.
Enter Tibet and continue drive to Kyirong.
Overnight stay at guesthouse in Kyirong.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 5: Acclimatization Day in Kyirong
- Rest and adjust to altitude.
Light walking and exercise are recommended.
Explore the local surroundings.
Overnight stay at guesthouse in Kyirong.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
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Day 6: Drive to Dongba or Saga (4,600 m) – 375 km / 6–7 hours
- Journey across the Tibetan plateau with stunning landscapes.
Observe the Brahmaputra River and local settlements.
Overnight stay at guesthouse or hotel.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
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Day 7: Drive to Lake Mansarovar (4,590 m) – 450 km / 8 hours
- Witness the first glimpse of the sacred Mount Kailash and Lake Mansarovar.
Take part in a holy dip and rituals at the lake, depending on time and weather.
Overnight stay at guesthouse near Lake Mansarovar.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
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Day 8: Puja and Drive to Darchen (4,575 m) – 40 km / 1 hour
- Perform puja, meditation, and ritual bathing at Mansarovar Lake.
Drive to Darchen, the base point of Mount Kailash.
Prepare for the Kailash Kora trek.
Overnight stay at guesthouse or hotel in Darchen.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
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Day 9: Trek Day 1 – Darchen to Dirapuk (4,900 m) – 12 km / 6 hours
- Begin Kailash Kora (circumambulation) trek.
Walk along the Lha Chu Valley with majestic views.
Arrive at Dirapuk with stunning views of Kailash's north face.
Overnight stay at guesthouse in Dirapuk.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
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Day 10: Trek Day 2 – Dirapuk to Zuthulpuk (4,790 m) via Dolma La (5,645 m) – 22 km / 9–10 hours
- Cross Dolma La Pass, the highest point of the trek.
Witness Gauri Kund during the descent.
This is the most challenging segment of the journey.
Overnight stay at guesthouse in Zuthulpuk.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
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Day 11: Trek Day 3 – Zuthulpuk to Darchen, Drive to Saga
- Complete the final leg of the Kailash Kora.
Drive back to Saga for overnight rest.
Overnight stay at guesthouse or hotel in Saga.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
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Day 12: Drive to Kyirong
- Start return journey across the Tibetan landscape.
Arrive in Kyirong for overnight stay.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
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Day 13: Drive to Kathmandu
Cross the border from Tibet into Nepal.
Drive back to Kathmandu.
Overnight stay at hotel in Kathmandu.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
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Day 14: Rest Day or Contingency in Kathmandu
- Optional rest, shopping, or local sightseeing depending on interest and timing.
A reserve day in case of delays during the yatra.
Overnight stay at hotel in Kathmandu.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
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Day 15: Departure from Kathmandu
- Enjoy leisure time based on flight schedule.
Transfer to Tribhuvan International Airport for departure.
Meals: Breakfast.
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Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price
Adult | |
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1 to 10 | /person |
Child | |
1 to 10 | /person |
This is a private tour |