Kailash Yatra 12 Days

This might be the ideal package for a journey to Mount Kailash. It gives guests plenty of time to acclimatize enroute to the mountain as the journey is made overland and then you get to skip the drive on the return and fly out by helicopter. This 12 Day tour starts and end in Kathmandu and is a popular option. 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 Hilsa in Nepal. From Hilsa we continue by helicopter to Simikot and then flight back to Kathmandu or drive to Lucknow as per your preference.

What's Included?

Hilsa - Simikot by Helicopter

Simikot - Nepalgunj air ticket

Nepalgunj - Kathmandu air ticket

3 Night accommodation in Kathmandu (3 star hotel)

Accommodation in Syabrubesi & Hilsa

Accommodation at Guest Houses in Tibet

Sightseeing of Kathmandu city (full day)

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

Tibet Visa Fee

All vegetarian meals (breakfast, lunch & dinner)

Transportation in Tibet by Luxury A/C

English speaking Tibetan guide

All Permits Needed as per Itinerary

Supporting crew members (Cooks, Camp Helpers)

Oxygen cylinders for emergency

Duffle bag, Back pack, Cap, Waterproof windcheater (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.

** 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.

Day 2: Kathmandu Sightseeing

Enjoy breakfast in the hotel and at 10am we will leave the hotel for a full day of sightseeing with visits to Pashupatinath Temple, Saktipeeth and Budhanilkantha. At 4pm will have a briefing at the hotel in preparation for the journey. Pack and prepare for your trip.

Day 3: Kathmandu to Dhunche or Syabrubesi

Drive Time: Dhunche (2000m / 130 km / 6 hrs) or Syabrubesi(1600m / 145 km / 6.5 hrs)

Our journey to Tibet begins today with a 6 to 8 hour drive to either Drive to Dhunche or Syabrubesi (another 15km further). Where we will stay at a local tea house. Syabrubesi is a small mountain village in Nepal at the base of the Langtang Range.

Day 4: Drive to Kerung County

Drive Time: Rasuwagadhi (1800m / 15 km / 45 min from Syabrubesi) and Kerung county (3950m / 3 hrs / 105 km)

Today we will drive to Rasuwagadhi for border crossing formalities before continuing to Kerung county also called Gyirong for the night. Today we gain about 2000m in elevation so having some symptoms of Altitude Sickness such as a headache is common but they should resolve in the next day or so.

Day 5: Drive to Saga

Drive Time: Kerung county to Saga (100 km / 5hrs / 4640m)

We will leave from Kerung county after breakfast in the morning and drive to Saga today. Saga lies in a semi-arid plateau and is a major intersection. It's the last stop for travelers to stock up on any significant supplies. Relax in the afternoon and explore the town.

Day 6: Drive from Saga to Mansarovar Lake

Drive Time: Saga to Manasarovar Lake (450km - 7 - 8hrs). Parikrama of Manasarovar (2 hrs - 90 km)

Lake Manasarovar is one of the highlights of the trip and it's well worth the long drive today. We will get an early start around 8am and stay overnight near the lake shore. Upon reaching the lake we will have time to collect water and take in the beauty of the lake. 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.

Day 7: Drive to Darchen

Drive Time: Drive to Darchen (2hrs)

We will have most of the day to spend at the lake and guests may perform Puja (prayer ritual) or simply enjoy the beauty and remoteness of the place. After lunch we will head to Darchen where we will stay overnight at the guest house.

Day 8: Drive to Tarboche & Trek to Dirapuk

Trek Time: Trek to Dirapuk (12kms / 5 to 6 hours / 4860m)

Today begins our circuit, Parikrama, around Mount Kailash. We will start with a short drive to Tarboche and then trek to Dirapuk at 4860m. We have great views of the north face of Mt. Kailash and the opportunity for touching the feet of Mt. Kailash (Charan Sparsh). Stay overnight in the Mud house.

Note: Travelers who are not physically fit can return to Darchen to wait for the group and skip the difficult day 2 of the trek.

Day 9: Outer Kora - Trek to Zuthulphuk via Dolma La Pass

Trek Time: Trek to Zuthulphuk via Dolma La Pass (22km / 7 to 8 hours / 5670m)

This is the most challenging day of the trek as we cross over Dolma Pass at 5680m and we will get an early start at 7am. Once across the pass we will descend to Gaurikund and continue along the river to to Zuthul-puk.

Note: If you are not doing the trek/parikrama, then you will still be waiting at Darchen

Day 10: Finish Trek & Travel to Hilsa or Simikot

We will start around 8am after breakfast for the short 2 hour trek to meet our waiting vehicle. We will head to Darchen to pickup group members that did not complete the trek. Leaving Darchen we will head back to Hilsa in Nepal and if possible continue by helicopter to Simikot.

Day 11: Hilsa or Simikot to Kathmandu or Lucknow

We will proceed from Simikot by helicopter and then flight to Nepalgunj and finally a flight to Kathmandu. Alternatively if you would like we can provide transport to Lucknow in which case it would be the end of the program.

Day 12: Kathmandu Depart

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

Terms

Exclusions

Horse riding expenses during the Mount Kailash Circuit (Kora)

Your travel insurance, Insurance for emergency rescue & evacuation service

Personal expenses and Tip for guide, driver

Extra accommodation charge in Kathmandu, Nepalgunj, Simikot and Hilsa if flight is cancelled due to bad weather or delay in Permit /Visa from Tibet (Please make sure your air ticket is flexible to change dates)

Visa splitting charge and extra transportation cost, if returning early from Tibet.

Any additional cost due to natural calamities and unforeseen circumstances

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