Explore Kathmandu's sacred heritage before your Kailash Yatra. Visit ancient temples and stupas while performing rituals for a safe journey.

Route Overview:

• Start Point: Hotel in Kathmandu

• Major Sites Covered: Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath Stupa, Swayambhunath, Jal Narayan Temple

• Special Ritual: Hawan at Pashupatinath

• Stay: 4-star hotel in Kathmandu (twin/triple sharing)

Key Highlights:

• Hawan at Pashupatinath Temple - Seek Lord Shiva's blessings for Kailash Yatra

• Pashupatinath Temple Visit - UNESCO site and top Shiva temple

• Boudhanath Stupa - Among the largest stupas in the world

• Swayambhunath Stupa (Monkey Temple) - Panoramic valley view

• Jal Narayan Temple - See the iconic Sleeping Vishnu statue

• Yatra Prep - Final document & gear check for Mount Kailash

Begin your spiritual road journey from Kathmandu to Syabrubesi, passing through the sacred Langtang region - an ancient trade and pilgrimage route between Nepal and Tibet.

Route Overview:

• Distance: 145 km

• Drive Time: 6-7 hours

• From: Kathmandu (1,300 m / 4,300 ft)

• To: Syabrubesi (1,463 m / 4,800 ft)

• Stay: Guesthouse or hotel with essential amenities

Key Highlights:

• Scenic drive through Langtang Valley - rich in history and spirituality

• Pass traditional villages like Trishuli Bazaar and Dhunche

• See rural Himalayan life, prayer flags, terraced fields, and gushing rivers

• Photo breaks at beautiful Himalayan viewpoints

• Stay overnight at Syabrubesi - base town for the Kailash Yatra via Limi Lapcha

Today, you officially enter Tibet ? the sacred land of Mount Kailash. Drive through the legendary Kyirong Valley, known as the Valley of Happiness, and begin altitude acclimatization for the holy yatra.

Route Overview:

• Distance: ~120 km total

• Drive Time: 4-5 hrs (includes border crossing)

• Route: Syabrubesi - Rasuwagadhi (Nepal) - Kyirong County (Tibet, 2,700 m)

• Stay: Basic hotel in Kyirong (twin/triple sharing)

Key Highlights :

• Cross Nepal-Tibet border at Rasuwagadhi

• Enter Tibet officially for Kailash Yatra

• Scenic drive through Kyirong Valley

• Begin altitude acclimatization

• Overnight stay in Kyirong town

Spend the day in Kyirong (2,700 m) to help your body adjust to the high-altitude conditions of the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra. This rest is crucial for a safe and smooth journey ahead.

Route Overview:

• Location: Kyirong, Tibet

• Stay: Comfortable hotel stay with meals included

Key Highlights:

• Full day for altitude acclimatization

• Gentle walk around Kyirong for circulation

• Stay hydrated and avoid physical exertion

• Important health checks and rest

• Get ready for the sacred Lake Mansarovar journey

After breakfast in Kyirong, begin your scenic drive across the Tibetan Plateau to Saga (4,500 m) ? a key stop on the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra. Covering around 180 km in 4?5 hours, this route offers stunning views of open landscapes, rivers, and remote Himalayan terrain.

Route Overview:

• From: Kyirong (13,500 ft)

• To: Saga (14,700 ft)

• Drive Duration: Approx. 5 hours

• Stay: Comfortable hotel in Saga

Key Highlights:

• Gradual altitude gain for acclimatization

• Cross the sacred Brahmaputra River (Yarlung Tsangpo)

• Panoramic views of the Tibetan Plateau

• See nomadic herders and yaks along the way

• Rest and recharge in Saga before heading deeper into spiritual Tibet

Today marks a spiritual milestone as you travel from Saga to Lake Mansarovar (15,100 ft) ? one of the holiest lakes in the world, created by Lord Brahma. The journey spans 500 km across scenic Tibetan landscapes and takes about 8?9 hours.

Route Overview:

• From: Saga (14,700 ft)

• To: Lake Mansarovar (15,100 ft)

• Distance & Duration: 500 km | 8?9 hours drive

• Stay: Guesthouse near Chiu Gompa

Key Highlights:

• First darshan of Mount Kailash - a deeply emotional and sacred moment

• Holy dip in Lake Mansarovar believed to wash away sins and karmas

• Perform puja, havan, and meditation on the lake's sacred shores

• Collect blessed Mansarovar water as a divine souvenir

• Stay at Chiu Gompa guesthouse with serene views of the lake

Today is a deeply spiritual day as you perform rituals at Lake Mansarovar and travel to Darchen, the base for the Mount Kailash Parikrama.

Route Overview:

• From: Lake Mansarovar (15,100 ft)

• To: Darchen (15,300 ft)

• Distance & Duration: 40 km | 1'2 hours drive

• Stay: Hotel in Darchen

Key Highlights:

• Morning Hawan by Lake Mansarovar for spiritual cleansing
  Take a holy dip believed to wash away sins and karmic debts

• Offer prayers and meditation on the lake's sacred shores

• Short scenic drive to Darchen - base camp for Kailash Kora

• Rest and acclimatization before starting the Parikrama

• Attend briefing and prepare trekking essentials

Start the sacred Mount Kailash Parikrama with a short drive to Yamdwar (Gateway to the Gods), followed by a 13 km high-altitude trek to Deraphuk.

Route Overview:

• Drive: Darchen (15,300 ft) - Yamdwar (15,500 ft)

• Trek: Yamdwar - Deraphuk (16,600 ft)

• Trek Distance: 13 km

• Trek Duration: 5'6 hours

• Stay: Guesthouse at Deraphuk

Key Highlights:

• Yamdwar - Sacred Start Point: Feel divine energy at Yamdwar, marking the entry into Kailash Kora

• Mount Kailash Parikrama Begins: Trek through serene, rugged landscapes with majestic views of Mount Kailash

• Spiritual Significance: The Parikrama is believed to cleanse past karmas and bring deep inner transformation

Experience the spiritual climax of your journey with an early morning trek to Charan Sparsh, the closest point where pilgrims can touch the divine base of Mount Kailash North Face.

Route Overview:

• From/To: Deraphuk (16,600 ft) - Charan Sparsh (18,000 ft) - Deraphuk

• Trek Distance: 6 km (round trip)

• Trek Duration: 6?7 hours (total)

• Stay: Guesthouse in Deraphuk

Key Highlights:

• Charan Sparsh Darshan: Touch the sacred base of Mount Kailash, revered as the center of the universe in Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, and Bon.

• Golden Sunrise: Witness the divine golden rays hitting the Kailash North Face, a powerful spiritual blessing said to cleanse karmic debts.

• Spiritual Awakening: Offer prayers and meditate in the high-energy zone of Charan Sparsh - a place where sages have sought moksha for centuries.

• Return to Deraphuk: Walk back reflecting on this rare and life-changing spiritual experience.

Begin your toughest yet most spiritually powerful day of the Mount Kailash Parikrama, crossing the sacred Dolma La Pass and descending to Zuthulphuk Monastery.

Route Overview:

• Start: Deraphuk (16,600 ft)

• Pass: Dolma La (18,500 ft - highest point of the Yatra)

• End: Zuthulphuk (16,500 ft)

• Distance: 19 km

• Duration: 9-10 hours

• Stay: Guesthouse in Zuthulphuk

Key Highlights:

• Cross Dolma La Pass (18,500 ft) - highest and holiest point of the Kailash Parikrama

• Witness Gaurikund, sacred lake linked to Goddess Parvati

• Experience the toughest trek of the Yatra (19 km, 9-10 hrs)

• Reach Zuthulphuk Monastery, associated with Saint Milarepa

• A day of spiritual transformation and karmic cleansing

Today marks the completion of your spiritual Parikrama around Mount Kailash. After a peaceful morning at Zuthulphuk, you?ll trek to Chongdo and then drive back to Saga via Darchen. This day offers a moment of reflection and fulfillment as your sacred journey around the divine mountain concludes.

Route Overview:

• Trek: Zuthulphuk to Chongdo (10 km | 3-4 hrs)

• Drive: Chongdo to Saga via Darchen (545 km | 9-10 hrs)

Key Highlights

• Complete Kailash Parikrama - Final leg of your sacred Kora

• Spiritual Pause at Chongdo - Reflect and offer gratitude

• Return to Darchen - Collect luggage, quick refresh

• Scenic Drive to Saga - Through Tibetan plateau and river valleys

• Overnight in Saga - Relax after the long journey

Today marks the final return of your sacred Kailash Mansarovar Yatra. As you drive from Kyirong to Kathmandu, enjoy stunning Himalayan landscapes, cascading rivers, and deep valleys — a fitting farewell to this life-changing pilgrimage.

Route Overview:

• From: Kyirong (2,700 m)

• To: Kathmandu (1,400 m)

• Distance: ~265 km

• Drive Time: 10–11 hours (via Rasuwagadhi border)

• Terrain: Mountain roads, river valleys, lush forests

Key Highlights:

• Scenic drive from Tibet to Nepal through the Himalayas

• Border crossing at Rasuwagadhi with immigration support

• Cross rivers, gorges, and quaint mountain villages

• Reflect on the spiritual transformation from your Mount Kailash Yatra

• Optional visit to Pashupatinath Temple or Boudhanath Stupa next day

• Comfortable stay in Kathmandu with hot meals and cozy rest

Airport Transfer

After breakfast, our team will transfer you to Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) for your flight home. Assistance will be provided with luggage and departure formalities.

Farewell & Reflections

• Say goodbye to fellow pilgrims who shared this sacred journey.

• Depart with the divine energy of Mount Kailash and Lake Mansarovar in your heart.

• Carry memories of spiritual growth, peace, and gratitude as you return home.