Kailash Manasarovar Yatra 16 Days

Here is your chance to make the once in a lifetime journey to Mount Kailash the most sacred of all mountains. This 16 Day overland tour starting from Kathmandu is our most popular and affordable Kailash Yatra. Our tour starts with a day of sightseeing in Kathmandu before we make the land journey from Nepal to China via the Kerung Border. Leaving Kathmandu we will head to Syabrubesi a small village at the base of the Langtang Range where we will spend the night. The next morning we cross the border and two days are spent travelling with stops in Gyirong Town and Saga. Leaving Saga we will travel to Manasarovar Lake and spend the night. Lake Manasarovar is a holy lake fed by the glaciers of Kailash and guests will have time for puja and to circle the lake by vehicle. The next morning we will again take rituals at the lake before continuing on a short drive Darchen for the night. The trek starts the next day as we hike to Dirapuk (4860m) and have great views of the north face of Kailash. The second day of trekking is the most difficult part of the journey as we cross the Dolma La Pass (5670m). The third and last day of trekking is a short one and will leave us time to drive back to Saga. We continue from Saga back to Kathmandu over the course of two days.

What's Included?

6 Nights accommodation in Kathmandu (3 star hotel)

1 night accomodation at Timure border at Sonam Guest house or Similar

2 nights accomodation at Kyirong on Phuntsok Khansang Hotel or similar with attached bathrooms

2 nights accomodation at Saga on Xibuyizhan Hotel or similar with attached bathrooms

Accomodation at guesthouse at Mansarovar, Dirapuk & Zuthulphuk on sharing basis - 1 night at each place (Common sharing Tibetan style toilet)

1 night accomodation at Darchen at hotel with attached bathroom

Sightseeing of Kathmandu city

Kathmandu - China Border - Kathmandu by Non - A/C Vehicle

Tibet group paper Visa Fee

All vegetarian meals (breakfast, lunch & dinner)

Transportation in Tibet by Luxury A/C

Supporting truck to carry equipment

English speaking Tibetan guide

All necessary travel & trekking permit as per itinerary

Supporting crew members (Cooks, Helpers & Sherpas)

Oxygen cylinders for emergency use & medical kit bag

Duffle bag, Back pack, Cap, Passport Holder, Waterproof windcheater jacket (Yours to Keep)

Kailash Yatra completion certificate

Airport Transfers in Kathmandu

All Taxes and Service Charges

** The given plan is the suggested plan for reference. It may subject to change season-wise as per the approval from China Authorities.

** Accommodation upgrade to 4 star hotel will cost additional USD 600.

** The guest shall bear any increase in permit fees, visa charges, taxes, transportation, or other charges by the Chinese Government, payable immediately upon notification.

Full Itinerary

Kailash Route Profile

Day 1: Kathmandu Arrival

We will pick you up at the airport in Kathmandu when you arrive and provide transfer to the hotel for the night. Enjoy your free time in the afternoon and evening. Dinner will be provided.

Meal: Dinner Only at Hotel

Hotel: 3 Star Hotel

Day 2: Kathmandu Sightseeing

08:00 AM - After Breakfast - Full day sightseeing of Pashupatinath Temple, ShaktiPeeth and Budhanilkantha.

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Hotel: 3 Star Hotel

Optional: Everest Mountain Flight, Add-on Muktinath Tour (3N / 4D)

Day 3: Chandragiri Hills Temple Visit

08:00 AM - After Breakfast - Drive to Chandragiri.(22 kms - 1 hrs). Visit Chandragiri Bhaleshwor Mahadev Temple and Drive back to Hotel.

Note: Chandragiri Cable car fair is not included in our package cost.

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Hotel: 3 Star Hotel

Day 4: Bhaktapur Sightseeing

08:00 AM - After Breakfast - Drive to Bhaktapur (15 kms- 30min). Visit Bhaktapur Durbar Square, Doleshwor Mahadev and Changu Narayan Temple. Drive back to Hotel.

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Hotel: 3 Star Hotel

Day 5: Kathmandu Sightseeing

08:00 AM - After Breakfast - Sightseeing of Swayambhunath Stupa and Kathmandu Durbar Square. 04:00PM - A short briefing about Kailash Manasarovar Yatra before dinner. Packing and preparation for the trip

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Hotel: 3 Star Hotel

Day 6: Drive from Kathmandu to Dhunche or Syabrubesi or Timure

Drive to Dhunche (2000m/127 km/6 hrs) or Syabrubesi (1600m/141 km/7 hrs) or Timure (1983m/152 km/8 hrs).

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Hotel: Sonam Guest House or similar

Day 7: Drive to Kyirong (2850M)

Drive to Rasuwagadhi (1800m / 15 km / 45 min from Syabrubesi) or 10 to 15 minute walk to border from timure,then complete immigration & custom formalities in Nepal & Tibet side at Rasuwagadhi, and then continue further drive to Kyirong.(2850m) / 1 hrs / 40 km.

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Hotel: 3 Star Hotel - Phuntsok Khansang Hotel or similar

Day 8: Drive to Saga (4550M)

09:00 AM - After Breakfast ? Drive to Saga (220 km - 5 to 6 hrs). As we travel from Kerung to Saga, we shall pass through the rural countryside of Tibet. The drive takes you across the holy Brahmaputra River as well.

Meal: Breakfast, Packed Lunch and Dinner at Saga

Hotel: Xibuyizhan Hotel or similar.

Day 9: Drive from Saga to Mansarovar Lake (4550M)

08:00 AM - Drive towards Mansarovar Lake (450 km - 6 - 7 hrs) crossing beautiful places and stay at the shore of the Lake. Fill spiritual water. Parikrama of Mansarovar Lake by vehicle (3 hrs - 90 km)

Meal: Breakfast, Packed Lunch, Dinner

Hotel: Lake Guesthouse

Day 10: Drive to Darchen (4650M)

Most of the day - Perform Puja (prayer ritual) at Mansarovar Lake

04:00 PM - Drive to Darchen (35 km - 1hrs)

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Hotel: Hotel with attached bathroom

Day 11: First Day of Outer Kora - Trek to Dirapuk (4860M)

10:00 AM - After a short drive, we will reach Tarboche and visit Yama Dwar. This is the starting point for Kora. We will trek to Dirapuk (4860 m) which is a 12 km trek (5-6 hrs). You will visit the North face of Mt. Kailash. Travelers who do not want to trek around (Parikrama) Kailash can go back to Darchen and wait for the rest of the group to arrive from Parikrama.

Note: If you are physically fit and if the Tibetan Government allows it then we will trek further to do Charan Sparsh (Touch Kailash) on this same day and return back to Dirapuk.

Meal: Breakfast at Darchen, Packed Lunch, Dinner

Hotel: Guesthouse

Day 12: Second Day of Outer Kora - Trek to Zuthulphuk (4670M) via Dolma La Pass

07:00AM - Trek from Dirapuk to Dolma La Pass and proceed to Zuthulphuk (22 km trek for 8-9 hours trek). The first stage of the trip is a two-hour ascent to Dolma La Pass (5700 m | 18700 ft). The trail brings us past Yamasthal on our way to Shiva-sthal, with each step bringing us closer to the Dolma-La Pass. There are some tea shops before you reach Dolma La Pass where you can have tea and hot refreshments. After Dolma La Pass, the route descends for an hour before straightening out for 2-3 hours till we reach Zuthulphuk. You'll be able to see Gauri Kunda (The Pond of Goddess Parvati) as well while descending from Dolma la pass.

Meal: Breakfast, Packed Lunch, Dinner

Hotel: Guesthouse

Note: If you are not doing Parikrama, then you will still be waiting at Darchen

Day 13: Drive to Saga (4550M - 470 KMS - 7-8 HRS)

08:00AM - After a short Trek (8kms - 2 - 3hrs) and reach the point where the coach will be waiting, we will drive to Darchen and merge with other members who were waiting and drive to Saga. (470 kms - 7-8 hrs)

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Hotel: Xibuyizhan Hotel or similar

Day 14: Drive Back to Kyirong (2850M - 220 KMS - 5-6 HRS)

We will continue back to Kerung county retracing our route. Today is a fairly easy drive and we will have time for afternoon rest at the guest house.

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Hotel: 3 Star Hotel - Phuntsok Khansang Hotel or similar

Day 15: Drive to Kathmandu (1440M)

Drive from Kyirong to the border (40 kms - 1hrs) and completing immigration formalities drive back to Kathmandu - around 7-8 hr / 152 km. At Kathmandu hotel - Certificate of completion will be provided to you.

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Hotel: 3 Star Hotel

Day 16: Transfer to Kathmandu Airport

This is the last day of the program and we will transfer you to the airport around 2 hours before your flight time.

Meal: Breakfast Only

Terms

Exclusions

Entrance fee during Sightseeing in Nepal

Chandragiri Cable Car fare

Air ticket to Kathmandu & return back to home

Travel insurance / Rescue and evacuation service

Multiple entry Nepal Visa fee for foreigners

Horse and Porter hiring during the Parikrama (Approx 3800 Chinese Yuan for both or 1200 for Porter only)

Tips for staff and Personal expenses

Extra Hotel charge in Kathmandu if early return from Tibet or extra stay at Kathmandu

Extra accommodation charges if flight is canceled due to bad weather or delay in Permit /Visa from Tibet (Please make sure your air ticket is flexible to change dates)

If pilgrims leave the group early from Tibet side for non-disease reasons then USD 100 per person per day has to be paid as penalty to the Tibet side - T.A.R. Foreign Exchange Center (FEC). Also visa splitting charge, accommodation, transportation charges will be extra

Any additional cost due to natural calamities and unforeseen circumstances

5% GST & applicable TCS (Tax Collected at Source) rates for Bank Deposit in our Indian Bank Account

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