Mount Kailash Mansarovar Tour -15 Days 2025/2026

Day 01 Arrival in Kathmandu (1,400 m)

Upon arriving at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, we will greet you with our representative and transfer you to the hotel. The first day is used up to rest due to your journey.

From lunch onward, you will attend the orientation session, where your guide will give a comprehensive briefing about the Kailash Manasarovar Yatra, including the journey ahead, its safety measures, and preparation tips.

You may also meet your fellow travellers and clear any doubts. You may stroll around the nearby areas or relax in your hotel. Dinner will be delivered, and you will stay overnight in Kathmandu.

Day 02 Kathmandu Sightseeing (1,400 m)

After breakfast, you will begin your spiritual journey by visiting Kathmandu's most holy places, which should be a must-visit for any pilgrim visiting Kailash Manasarovar. First, you will visit the iconic Pashupatinath Temple, considered one of the most sanctified Hindu temples devoted to Lord Shiva and located on the banks of the Bagmati River. You will also have a chance to perform rituals and pray for your successful pilgrimage here.

You will get a drive to Guhyeshwari Temple, one of the most holy places related to Goddess Parvati, which is one of the 51 Shakti Peethas. Later, Budhanilkantha will be your last call for today, where you can see an enormous stone carving of Lord Vishnu lying on top of a bed of serpents, basking serenely in a pond. This temple of Lord Vishnu is of great devotion to the pilgrims. In the afternoon, drive back to the hotel for dinner and an overnight stay in Kathmandu.

Day 03 Free Day at Kathmandu (1,400 m)

This day is put aside for relaxation, acclimatization, or to make any last-minute preparations for the journey. You may continue to explore the remaining places of sightseeing at Kathmandu yourself, or you may like to visit local markets for their cultural exposure or procure some last-minute supplies necessary for the pilgrimage.

You may also briefly tour some nearby attractions or relax at your hotel. This is a free day to prepare mentally and physically for the coming trek to Kailash. Meals and an overnight stay in Kathmandu are included.

Day 04 Preparation Day in Kathmandu (1,400 m)

The entire day will be used to complete the border permit and other documents necessary to cross the Nepal-Tibet border. You will be free to arrange your personal things and pack the essentials you will use during the yatra.

Your guide will give a final briefing on the itinerary, road conditions, and cultural or weather information. The luggage should be lightly packed, as high altitude and long drives can be exhausting. After the preparations, you can rest at the hotel for the remaining day. Meals will be available, and you will stay overnight in Kathmandu.

Day 05 Drive from Kathmandu to Kerung Border (1600 m)

Drive to the Kerung border (Kyirong), which takes approximately 8-9 hours over 145 km. Once you reach the border town of Rasuwagadhi, you can complete the immigration formalities and then cross into Tibet.

Starting from the Tibetan side, you will find the place more desolate and mountainous, giving you a glimpse of the difficult terrain ahead. You reach Kerung and check in at your guest house for rest. The altitude is 1,600 m, which is quite reasonable, but you must acclimate yourself. You have meals and an overnight stay in Kerung.

Day 06 Kyirong Acclimatization Day (2,700 m)

This is an acclimatization day to help your body get accustomed to the increasing altitude. Kerung, also known as Kyirong, is a quiet Tibetan town nestled at the foothills of the Himalayas. You will spend your day hiking for short distances around the town and exploring the local area, which delivers stunning views of the surrounding mountains.

From here onward, you will go to a higher altitude in the following days, so rest and try not to overtake your body. Acclimatization is critical to avoid altitude sickness, and it helps your body get tuned gradually. Evening: Return to your guesthouse for rest and meals. You will overnight at Kyirong.

Day 07 Drive from Kyirong to Dongba/Saga (4,450 m)

Right after breakfast, drive from Kyirong to Dongba or Saga, as the road and group progress permit. This drive covers approximately 370 kilometers and takes 6-7 hours. The scenery changes as you ascend to a very arid, high-altitude desert with disfigured mountains and plateaus. You will also pass small Tibetan settlements and herds of yaks that graze by the roadside.

The altitude here is 4,450 meters, so keeping hydrated and pace yourself will be important. Upon arrival in Dongba or Saga, you will check into the hotel for rest and acclimatization. You will be served meals and overnight at Dongba or Saga.

Day 08 Drive from Dongba/Saga to Lake Manasarovar (4,590 m)

This is the day when your spiritual tour to Lake Manasarovar, one of the most sacred lakes in Hinduism and Buddhism, begins. The driving distance from Dongba or Saga to Lake Manasarovar is about 500 kilometers, and the estimated driving time is about 8 to 9 hours. When you finally reach the lake, the turquoise colour of the waters amidst snow-capped mountains, with the iconic Mt. Kailash overlooking it, will leave you spellbound.

Please arrive at the lake and take a holy dip in its waters, which are supposed to cleanse the soul and rid the spirit of sin. Alternatively, say prayers and rituals along its shores.

The altitude on Lake Manasarovar is 4,590 meters; hence, it is highly recommended that you go slow and not overexert yourself. After visiting Lake Manasarovar overnight, you'll be transferred to a nearby guesthouse, where you will be provided with meals accordingly.

Day 09 Lake Manasarovar to Darchen (4575 m)

Have a peaceful time at Lake Manasarovar in the morning and then drive to Darchen town, the base camp for the Mount Kailash pilgrimage. This will be a drive of about 2-3 hours from Lake Manasarovar, some 40 kilometers away from the lake. Darchen lies at an altitude of 4,575 meters, from where one can start the Kailash Kora the next day.

You will spend the rest of the day preparing for the trek, arranging supplies, and adjusting to the altitude. Later in the evening, you can visit the local monastery or explore the town. It includes meal arrangements. Overnight stay in Darchen.

Day 10 Darchen to Dirapuk Trek (4,910 m)

Today is the first day of Mount Kailash Kora, a holy circuit around the mountain. The trek is approximately 18 kilometers from Darchen to Dirapuk and takes about 6 to 7 hours. As the altitude gains, amazing views of Mount Kailash and the surrounding peaks can be seen.

The trail negotiates some uneven and steeply ascending stretches, but your spiritual motive for the expedition will see you through. You will arrive in the late afternoon at Dirapuk, situated at 4,910 meters.

Dirapuk offers a breathtaking view of the north face of Mount Kailash, a sight considered auspicious by pilgrims. You will stay overnight in a guesthouse, where meals will be provided.

Day 11 Dirapuk - Zuthulpuk via Dolma La Pass. (5,600m)

It is considered to be the toughest day of Kailash Kora because one will be crossing the Dolma La Pass—the highest point of the trek, at 5,600 meters. The length of the trek is approximately 22 km and takes about 10 to 12 hours. Climbing up to the pass is quite steep and strenuous. The top offers some great views. One can stop at the top and say some prayers and leave some offerings, following the spiritual custom.

After crossing Dolma La, the trail drops into the Zuthulpuk Valley, where you will see the Zuthulpuk Monastery, believed to be where the Tibetan saint Milarepa meditated. The walk becomes steeper as you drop down into the Zuthulphuk Gorge. Overnight stay in the guesthouse of Zuthulpuk and have meals there.

Day 12 Trek from Zuthulpuk to Darchen, then drive to Dongba/ Saga (4,450 m)

After a last morning of trekking, you will finish the final leg of the Kailash Kora and head back to Darchen. The trek from Zuthulpuk to Darchen covers about 10 kilometres and takes 3 to 4 hours.

Upon arrival in Darchen, you are met by your vehicle and driven back to either Dongba or Saga—a distance of about 350 kilometers. This marks the end of your spiritual tour around Mount Kailash. Stay overnight at a guesthouse in Dongba or Saga, where meals are available.

Day 13 Drive from Dongba/Saga to Kerung (2,700 m)

After breakfast, you will begin driving back from Dongba or Saga to Kerung, an approximately 370-kilometre distance. Driving through the vast Tibetan plateau takes around six or seven hours, and you will have great views of the Himalayas.

You reach a lower altitude, which will surely relieve you after the high-altitude experiences of the last few days. When you reach Kerung, you may rest and relax at your guesthouse. Today is your last night in Tibet before crossing to Nepal again. Meal: B, L, and D, and overnight at Kerung.

Day 14 Drive from Kerung to Kathmandu (1,400 m)

The final day of your tour is the drive back to the Nepal-Tibet border at Rasuwagadhi. Here, after immigration procedures, you enter Nepal. It takes about 2-3 hours by car from Kerung to reach the border. After crossing the border, continue driving to Kathmandu, about 145 km.

You will return to the bustling city with a scenic drive through lush green hills, small villages, and terraced farmland. Arriving in Kathmandu, you check into your hotel for rest. Later in the evening, you may roam around the local marketplaces or rest after a long journey back. You will be provided with meals and will stay overnight in Kathmandu.

Day 15 Departure from Kathmandu

After breakfast, your tour of Mt. Kailash and Lake Manasarovar concludes. Per your flight schedule, you can do some last-minute shopping or sightseeing in Kathmandu if time allows. An agent will transfer you to Tribhuvan International Airport for your departure. You head out with memories of a spiritually fulfilling and adventurous journey to one of the most sacred places on Earth.