KAILASH MANASAROVAR YATRA VIA KERUNG

Your Holy tour to Mount Kailash and Lake Manasarovar starts with your arrival into Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu. You are greeted and transferred to a hotel, where you check in and relax. The day is yours to rest and recuperate from the journey along with meeting fellow pilgrims. Later in the day, the collection of your passport for the Tibet visa process will be arranged. Enjoy the first meal together with the group, sharing excitement about the spiritual journey that lies ahead. Overnight at a comfortable hotel on a full board basis.

After breakfast at your hotel, today's tour includes a visit to the famous Doleshwor Mahadev Temple, believed to be the head of Lord Kedarnath in India, and exploration of Patan Durbar Square, rich in Newar culture and ancient artistry, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You'll go back to the hotel for lunch and a group orientation briefing about the Kailash Manasarovar Yatra, where your guide will share important insights, preparation tips, and safety guidelines for the journey ahead. The evening concludes with a peaceful dinner and rest at your hotel in Kathmandu.

This day is for seeking divine blessings before undertaking your holy journey. After breakfast, you will be taken to visit Gujeshwori Mata Temple - one of the powerful Shaktipithas dedicated to Goddess Parvati. The group will participate in the Rudrabhishek and Havan rituals to be performed at Pashupatinath Temple, one of the holiest shrines of Lord Shiva. Return to your hotel for lunch after Pashupatinath Darshan. You may rest a while or complete your last-minute packing. Dinner and overnight stay will be at the hotel in Kathmandu.

Start the overland journey to Tibet via Nepal's border after having breakfast. The drive is through lush green hills, with some charming towns and river valleys along the way. Have lunch en route at either Kalika or Dhunche, with breathtaking Himalayan views. Arrive in Timure, check into your mountain lodge, and attend a short group briefing on activities for the upcoming days. The evening is free to relax and acclimatize; later, have dinner and rest.

After breakfast, complete the Nepalese immigration formalities at Timure and proceed either on foot or by vehicle to cross the border into Tibet. After Chinese immigration, you will be driven along newly built roads towards Kerung (Kyirong), your first stop in Tibet. Along the way, deep valleys and snow-clad peaks offer vistas that will mark your entrance into the Tibetan Plateau. Upon arrival in Kerung, check into the hotel and rest to begin acclimatization at the higher altitude. Later, join a group briefing and a basic health check before dinner.

From Lhasa, after breakfast, the group will drive to Saga via winding mountain roads, vast grasslands, and picturesque villages of Tibet. The closer you reach the top, the more breathtaking the views of the Himalayas become. Arrive in Saga and check into your hotel for lunch. The rest of the day is free and is better used to acclimatize to the altitude. Later in the evening, attend an evening health check and a group meeting before dinner.

After breakfast, drive across the barren and beautiful landscape of Tibet to Paryang. From the route, you can see the vast open plains and faraway snow-capped peaks characteristic of the "Roof of the World." Drive for 5-6 hours to reach Paryang and check into your hotel. Spend your afternoon relaxing and saving your energy for upcoming days. Attend the evening group meeting and enjoy a hearty dinner before retiring for the night.

One of the most spiritually important days of this journey - after breakfast, drive towards Lake Manasarovar, considered the holiest lake in Asia. The 350-kilometer drive crosses astonishingly beautiful high-altitude landscapes, and for lunch, picnick en route. Approach Manasarovar, getting your first view of Mount Kailash-this is a moment of ultimate sacredness for every pilgrim. Complete the Parikrama of Manasarovar Lake by eco-bus, taking in its serenity. Check-in at a guest house near Chiu Monastery; tea, dinner, and evening health check.

Early morning, take a holy Havan and Puja at Lake Manasarovar and pray to Lord Shiva for bless­ings and purification of soul and body. After brunch, drive to Tirthapuri, a holy place asso­ciated with the goddess Parvati, and further to Darchen, the base camp for Mount Kailash Parikrama. Arrive at the hotel and rest. In the evening, tea is provided, followed by a briefing session, dinner, and a health check.

After having brunch at your hotel in Darchen, start your sacred Kailash Kora or Parikrama. Drive to Yamadwar, the gateway to the divine trail, and horses and porters will be allocated here. Start trekking through the breathtaking valleys and mountain landscapes toward Diraphuk, which offers magnificent views of the north face of Mount Kailash. The 4–5 hour trek is both physically demanding and spiritually uplifting. Upon arrival, check into your guesthouse and relax over tea, dinner, and a short group meeting.

This is the most challenging and spiritually powerful day of the journey. After breakfast, start off early for your trek to cross the Dolma La Pass, the highest point of Kailash Kora, at 5650m. The ascent is steep but the scene from the top makes it worthwhile-the cleansing of sins and liberating of the soul. After offering prayers at the top pass, descend down towards Zutulphuk, stopping for a packet lunch en-route. This is a 6 to 7-hour long trek on uneven terrain. Later, relax at your guesthouse, followed by an evening meeting over tea and dinner.

After breakfast, trek for about two hours from Zutulphuk to Zhongda, where your vehicles will be waiting. From here, drive to Darchen for lunch and then start the long but scenic drive back to Saga, crossing vast Tibetan landscapes and high mountain passes. Reach Saga and check into the hotel for a well-deserved rest.

Returning Toward the Border After breakfast, drive back from Saga to Kerung, following the same route across the Tibetan plains. Downhill drives give you relief as altitude gradually lowers. Arrive and check into your hotel. Enjoy tea or coffee during a group meeting and health check, followed by dinner.

Farewell Tibet After breakfast, finish the exit formalities at the Tibet border and re-enter Nepal. Continue driving through picturesque hills and riversides to reach Kathmandu. This 6-7-hour journey provides great time for reflection on all the spiritual experiences gathered along the way. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel for rest.

End of Yatra After breakfast, your divine journey ends. Filled with spiritual satisfaction in their hearts, along with lifetime memories, you will be transferred to the airport for your onward journey home or to your next destination. This concludes your Kailash Manasarovar Yatra, a lifetime experience that purifies body, mind, and soul.