14 Days Kailash Mansarovar Yatra (Overland)

Trip Highlights

1. Kathmandu sightseeing including Pashupatinath, Jogeshwari Devi & Jalnarayan Temples.

2. Scenic drive to Kodari (Nepal–China border) with overnight rest.

3. Cross border & drive into Tibet, reach Nyalam (3750 m) for acclimatization.

4. Journey across Tibetan mountains & plains to Saga (4640 m) via Brahmaputra River.

5. Long drive to Lake Mansarovar (4550 m) – first darshan of Mt. Kailash, Mansarovar Parikrama by vehicle & visit Chiu Gompa.

6. Holy dip & puja at Lake Mansarovar, then drive to Darchen (base of Kailash).

7. Begin Kailash Parikrama from Yamadwar (Tarboche) to Diraphuk (4909 m) – stunning views of Kailash North Face & Ganesh Parvat.

8. Challenging trek across Dolma La Pass (5700 m), sacred Gauri Kund, descend to Zutulphuk (4760 m).

9. Complete Parikrama & drive back via Darchen – Saga.

14 Days Kailash Mansarovar Yatra - The Journey of a Lifetime

This amazing 14 Days Kailash Mansarovar Yatra tour will lead you to one of the most revered holy sites in the entire world. The Hindus, Buddhists, and Bon followers, all believe that a walk around this site erases all the sins of life. Simply gazing up at this 6714-meter-high peak is a memory that will last forever. Do not miss this rare opportunity to immerse yourself in ancient culture and religion! The 14 Days Kailash Mansarovar Yatra trip will end with an unparallel drive through the Tibetan plateau. Come join us for this highly religious experience. Pilgrimage to Kailas/ Mansarovar is considered to be the ultimate Journey of a person’s lifetime due to both the difficulty of reaching it and the level of sanctity attached to it.

 Notes

1. For booking scan a color copy of the passport - the First & last page are required.

2. Scan copy of passport - First & last page require Min. 45 Days prior to travel date.

Day 01: Arrive Kathmandu

Arrival in Tribhuvan Airport at Kathmandu, welcome by our tour representative and transfer to hotel. Check into room and refresh. Dinner & Overnight at hotel. 

Hotel: Tibet / Holiday inn Express / Similar
Altitude: 1400m,
Meals : Dinner

Day 02: Kathmandu – Sightseeing

After Breakfast Half Day Sightseeing of Pasupatinath; Jogeshwari Devi and Jalnarayan Temples. Lunch at Hotel. Evening Tour Briefing. Dinner & Overnight at hotel. 

Hotel: Tibet / Holiday inn Express / Similar

Altitude: 1400m,
Meals Included : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 03: Drive Kathmandu - Kodari (110 Km / 4 Hr drive).

After breakfast drive to Kodari by bus. The drive to Kodari is not long in distance but the road and traffic conditions can make it tiring and time taking. Upon reaching Kodari stay in a lodge/guesthouse. Dinner and stay at the guesthouse.

Hotel: Guest House-Multiple Sharing

Distance covered: 140kms,
Altitude : 2300 m ,
Meals Included : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 04: Drive Kodari – Nyalam ( 55 Km / 1 hrs)

After breakfast Drive to the Nepalese border which is about 54 Kms from Kodari.  After immigration formalities the group will cross the border on foot to reach China side. The pilgrims are then transferred on their Chinese bus for onward drive to Nyalam (55 Km). We travel in sturdy and comfortable vehicles that are controlled and guided by Tibetans. The accompanying Nepalese Sherpas get into the coaches after loading the food materials water etc and the onward journey into the Tibetan/Chinese region continues toward the town of Nyalam. On arrival, check into room and take rest for today. Overnight stay will be in a guesthouse at Nyalam in dormitory style.

Hotel: Guest House-Multiple Sharing
Altitude: 3750 m,
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 05: Free day at Nyalam for acclimatization

This day is reserved for rest for acclimatization in Tibet’s tough climate. Our tour manager will assist you for a short Local walking  at Nayalam for warming up your body to adjust with Tibet’s high altitude. Also, you can enjoy the day with chanting Bhajan or Katha in the guesthouse.

Hotel:  Guest House-Multiple Sharing
Altitude: 3750 m, 
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 06: Nyalam – Saga (235 KM / 4-5Hrs.)

After on enjoyable drive through the mountains terrain and then the plains provides us a marvelous. The yearlong Tsangpo (Brahmaputtra River) is crossed over on, past the turn off for the northern route, and arrive at settlement of Saga (4840m). The landscape gradually changes to the high plains of Tibet, soft beautiful and photogenic.. Stay overnight at guest house.

Hotel: Hotel Saga /Equal
Drive: 235 Km (4 – 5 Hrs. Drive).

Altitude: 4640 m

Meals: Breakfast, Packed Lunch, Dinner

Day 07: Saga - Lake Manasarovar Via New Dongba (390Km / 9 hrs drive)

We have very important day today as we are heading to the holiest place at Lake Manasarovar. As per above time schedule, our day begins with breakfast at 0730 AM. On the way before Mayumla Pass (4900 m), we take break for permit formalities and for lunch then continue the journey crossing Mayumla pass and Paryang County. You will have very good opportunity to see first glimpse of Mt. Kailash from the shore of Lake Manasarovar.

Today we will do a Part Parikrama of Mansarovar Lake by another vehicle (Local vehicle).

On the way of Mansarovar Parikrma – Overnight at Guest house at the bank of Lake Mansarovar. You can also see or visit Chiu Gompa Monastery situated in hillock near Guesthouse. Stay in guesthouse in dormitory style.

Hotel: Guest House-Multiple Sharing
Drive: 490 Km / 9 Hrs. Drive

Altitude: 4550 m
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 08: Drive to Darchen

Today Morning – Take holy Dip and perform Puja (prayer ritual) at Mansarovar Lake. Later Drive to Darchen (2 hrs) and Overnight at Darchen. (Optional: Asthapath Visit) – Whoever is willing to do the Asthapath visit (if permitted by the Chinese officials/army), can do by paying an additional cost of CNY 500 – 600 per person. (8-10 km / 30 min drive)

Hotel: Himalya / Any Chinese Hotel with Attached bath room (Trpl Share)

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 09: Drive to Yama Dwara & Trek to Deruphuk (4909 m) – 12 Km Trek.

After breakfast drive towards YamaDwar via Darchen.

Yamadwar (Tarboche) which is the starting point of Kailash Parikrama. Tarboche is also well known as an outer “Asthapath”. It is one of the exciting days walking along the beautiful rocky cliffs; waterfalls with some clouds in the clear blue sky make you feel that Great God Shiva is everywhere with tons of blessing to you. We see Ganesh Parwat on its' side. Time to time the north face of Kailash Parbat will be kept on appearing. Overnight at Guest house. If you are not doing Parikrama, then you will be waiting at Darchen - Mud Guest House multiple sharing (If using hotel Himalya /any Chinese Hotel with attached bath rooms then Cost Difference USD 50 /INR 3000 per person for 2 nights to be paid directly by guest) till Group return from Parikrma; we will arrange accommodation & Meals.

Meals: Breakfast; Packed Lunch; Dinner

Mud Guest House.

Altitude: 4909 m

Day 10: Trek to Zutulphuk (4760 m) (22 km) - passing through Dolma La Pass TOP 5700M)

Today is the most challenging day in our Yatra. Who would like to go for Charan Sparsh  If Permitted  (Restricted by Army Since Last week of Aug-24) (4 km one way) can go Early in the Morning or can go previous day Day 9  after reaching Diraphuk.  After breakfast, Trek from Dirapuk to Dolma La Pass (8 km). About 3 kms before reaching Dolma La Pass is steep hill and quite difficult to walk. Also descending from Dolma La Pass is the same for upto 3 km. While descending you can see Gaurikund on the right. After walking for about 2 – 3 hrs we will reach Phedi. After some rest we will start trek to Zuthulpuk (12 km trek for 6 hours). Overnight at Guest house,

Meals: Breakfast, Packed Lunch; Dinner

Night stay: Mud Guest House.                                                                                     

Altitude:  4760 M / 5700 M-TOP

Day 11: Drive to Saga via Darchen / New Dongba (390 Km / 9 Hrs. Drive)

This is our last trek day and we have to make short trek about 4-5 hours so we wake up in normal time and begin trekking to descend Darchen town. Our transport will pick up us from the mid way to Darchen, up to where the road is accessible and drive to guesthouse at Darchen where our other groups staying and then take lunch there. Then after, we straight forwards continue our drive to Saga.  Stay in a Hotel.

Hotel: Saga / Guest House-Multiple Sharing; Drive: 8 - 9 Hrs

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 12: Drive Saga to Nyalam (245Km / 4–5 Hrs. Drive)

After breakfast we begin our journey towards Nyalam. On the way we pass through the town of Saga, Driving on well pitched roads and mountainous terrain we reach Nyalam for an overnight. Stay in a guest house

Hotel: Guest House-Multiple Sharing

Drive: 4/5 Hrs. Drive
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 13: Nyalam - Kathmandu (175 km / 6 – 7 hrs. drive)

After breakfast drive from Nyalam towards we walk to the Nepalese immigration control in Nyalam, complete the re-entry formalities and get transferred to our hotel in Kathmandu. This should take about 6- 7 hours by bus. Dinner and night stay will be in the Hotel.

Hotel: Tibet/ Holiday inn Express /Similar

Distance: 174 kms, 
Altitude: 1400 m, 
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 14: Final departure from Kathmandu

After breakfast you will be transferred to Airport to board your flight back to home.
Altitude: 1400 m,
Meals: Breakfast

OPTIONAL TOURS:

If someone would like to go to Muktinath (4 Night / 5 Days) then the itinerary will be added as per the route @ USD 760 / INR 40,000 per person

Mountain Flight: Morning 6:00 AM in Kathmandu @ INR 10500 / USD 250
 Notes :

1. Passport must be valid for six month from the date of departure.
2. Age Limit for Yatra 10 - 70 Years (for Indians at the time of entering Tibet Should not Above 70 Yrs) . Foreigners above 70 yrs allow travel.
3. Recommendation for Indians: Please Issue Air Tickets for Kathmandu; as per Name on your Voter ID. ( You Must Carry ORIGINAL VOTER ID to  FLY  Kathmandu)
4. For Indian Passport Holders- Original Passport required 6 - 7 working Days prior to travel date at Delhi office.
5. Keep your return ticket open; sometime due to bad weather condition return journey can be delay. Issue Insured Air Tkts for Date change & Cancellation
6. Foreigners : Get Chinese Tourist Visa from Your Country, Multiple Entry Nepal Tourist Visa You can get on Arrival at Airport or can apply from your country, We will Arrange permit & other services.

COST: Contact us for best prices

Cost Include

1. Airport pick up and drops
2. Sightseeing in Kathmandu: - Pasupatinath; Jyogeshwari Temple etc. ( Half Day)
3. 03 Nights hotel accommodation in Kathmandu (Twin sharing based)
4. 02 Nights in Saga at Hotel Saga / Similar on multiple sharing.
5. Multiple Sharing Room – Dormitory (Best Available Guest house) in rest other places.
6. Group sharing guesthouse in Kailash as per itinerary
7. Buffet Indian veg. meals (breakfast/dinner/packed lunch) during the trip
8. Kathmandu to Tibet Border Transportation by Non A.C. Bus
9. Tibet Side Transportation by Non A.C. Bus/Van; Truck to keep goods, bags and foods
10. Kailash permit and visa fee; Entrance fees of Lake Manasarovar and Kailash
11. Nepalese; Hindi/English Speaking Guides and Chinese/ Tibetan Guides
12. Oxygen cylinder for group
13. 01 Portable Oxygen cylinder. (Extra, you can buy the same from Taklakot in Tibet)
14. Dry Fruits & Glucose
15. Down Jacket, Backpack bag, Duffle Bag and Monkey cap: (ONE each)
16. Certificate of completion of Pilgrimage

Cost Exclude

1. Using extra Nights in hotel/ guesthouse (except the hotels mentioned in the itinerary)
2. Rescue/ evacuation or all the extra costs incurred due to split from the main group or serious health condition
3. Early arrival Nepal in returning from Kailash; Tibet side stay not adjustable in Nepal side.
4. Expenses of Personal nature & Tipping to staffs
5. Any rates increase by Tibet / China in last moment after making booking.
6. Any extra expenses for extra days accommodation in Kathmandu/ Nepalgunj/ Simikot/ Hilsa/ Purang due to bad weather/flight cancellation or any other reason
7. Any extra cost due to late permit/visa from Tibet part
8. Hotel/ Guest house upgrading
9. Travel Insurance & GST
10. If cost increase due to Hike in Tax structure by Govt. of India. Or China
11. TCS if applicable by of India ( Shall be adjusted in your yearly tax)
12. Difference of Normal & Urgent Visa Fee if require.
13. Horse/Pony ride or Personal Porter cost during Kailash Parikrama.
14. The airlines / hotel(s) reserves the right to increase fare / cost at any time without prior notice.
15. In the event of a fare / cost increase, the new fare / cost will apply to all tickets / packages purchased after the effective date of the increase.
16. Anything that is not included in the inclusions
17.  

Kathmandu : Holiday Inn Express /Tibet Equal on Twin Sharing;

Kodari: Guest house

Nalayam : Guest House - Multiple  Sharing Room

Saga :Hotel Saga / Similar in Saga Twin /Trpl sharing Attached Bathroom

Mansarovar: (Tibet)-multiple Sharing Room -Dormitory (Mud Guest house).

Darchen : Hotel Himalya / Equal Chinese Hotel