Upon arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by our representative and transferred comfortably to your hotel. After completing the check-in formalities, take some time to relax and prepare for the journey ahead. Dinner will be served at the hotel.
Overnight at a hotel in Kathmandu
Begin your day with breakfast at the hotel between 6:00–9:00 AM before setting out for a spiritually enriching city tour of Kathmandu. The first visit is to Pashupatinath Temple, the holiest shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva, located on the banks of the sacred Bagmati River and revered by devotees from across the world. Continue to Budhanilkantha Temple, also known as the Sleeping Vishnu Temple, where the magnificent stone idol of Lord Vishnu rests peacefully on a giant serpent (Sheshnag), creating a deeply serene and divine atmosphere. After completing the sightseeing, return to the hotel for lunch and some time to relax. In the evening, attend a detailed briefing session about the Kailash Yatra, during which important instructions, health precautions, packing guidelines, and overall journey preparations will be thoroughly explained.
After breakfast at 6:00–7:00 AM, begin your scenic drive towards the Nepal–China border, enjoying beautiful Himalayan views of rivers, valleys, and mountain landscapes along the way. Lunch will be provided en route at a suitable stop. Upon arrival at the border, complete immigration and customs formalities before crossing into Tibet (China side), where you will meet your Tibetan guide and driver. Continue the journey to Gyirong (Kyirung) through picturesque mountain roads, and upon arrival, check in to a guest house or basic hotel for rest and acclimatization.
Overnight at a hotel in Kyirung
This entire day is dedicated to acclimatization to help your body gradually adjust to the higher altitude. Enjoy a relaxed morning with breakfast between 7:00–9:00 AM at the hotel or guest house, followed by adequate rest. Later, take a gentle walk around Gyirong (Kyirung) town with your guide, exploring the local market and observing traditional Tibetan lifestyle. You may also visit nearby viewpoints to enjoy the surrounding mountain scenery. Keep yourself well hydrated, avoid strenuous activity, and return to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay.
After breakfast, continue your scenic drive deeper into the vast Tibetan plateau, witnessing the dramatic shift from green valleys to expansive high-altitude plains. Along the way, enjoy breathtaking views of snow-capped peaks, turquoise rivers, wide-open grasslands, and scattered nomadic settlements with grazing yaks and sheep. Your guide will share insights into the unique Tibetan culture, history, and way of life as you travel through this remote and spiritually significant region. Lunch will be served en route at a suitable stop. Upon arrival at your destination, check in to your guesthouse and relax for the evening.
Overnight at a hotel in Dongba / Saga
Today’s spiritually significant journey takes you to the sacred Lake Manasarovar, one of the holiest lakes revered by Hindus, Buddhists, Jains, and Bon followers. After breakfast, begin your drive across the vast Tibetan plateau, enjoying mesmerizing views of open landscapes, distant snow-covered peaks, and crystal-clear skies. Lunch will be served en route at a suitable stop. As you approach the lake, the serene blue waters of Manasarovar set against the dramatic Himalayan backdrop create a truly divine atmosphere. Weather permitting, you will also witness the first breathtaking darshan of Mount Kailash, a deeply sacred and powerful sight for pilgrims. Upon arrival, take time to absorb the spiritual energy of the surroundings before settling in for the night.
Overnight at a hotel in Lake Mansarovar
Begin your day early on the serene shores of Lake Manasarovar with sacred rituals including puja, hawan, and, for those willing, a holy bath in the spiritually revered waters. Surrounded by the tranquil beauty of the lake and the majestic Himalayan backdrop, this deeply spiritual experience is considered one of the most auspicious moments of the pilgrimage. After completing the rituals and offering prayers, return for breakfast and prepare for the onward journey. Later, drive towards Darchen, the base camp town of Mount Kailash, enjoying packed or local lunch en route. Upon arrival in Darchen, check in to your guesthouse and rest in preparation for the upcoming Kailash Parikrama.
Overnight at a hotel in Darchen
After an early breakfast in Darchen, drive a short distance to Yam Dwar, the sacred gateway and official starting point of the Kailash Kora (Parikrama). After offering prayers at Yam Dwar, begin your trek towards Dirapuk Monastery, walking along a gradual trail that follows the Lha Chu Valley. Throughout the journey, you will be blessed with magnificent and close-up views of the towering north face of Mount Kailash, considered one of the most powerful and sacred sights for pilgrims. The trek is steady and scenic, passing prayer flags, flowing streams, and fellow devotees from around the world. Those who are unable to trek can hire a horse or pony at an additional cost (subject to availability), while some may choose to remain in Darchen and await the group’s return. Upon reaching Dirapuk, check into a basic guesthouse and rest for the night amidst the divine Himalayan surroundings.
Overnight at a hotel in Dirapuk
Today is the most challenging and spiritually significant day of the Kailash Parikrama. After an early breakfast at Dirapuk Monastery, begin your steep ascent towards Dolma La Pass (5,600 meters), the highest and most demanding point of the journey. The climb is strenuous due to the altitude and rugged terrain, but pilgrims believe that crossing Dolma-La represents spiritual purification and rebirth. After offering prayers at the pass, start a slow and careful descent over rocky paths and glacier-fed streams towards Zuthulpuk Monastery, a sacred monastery associated with deep meditation and miracles. Packed lunch will be provided along the trekking route. Those who are unable to undertake this physically demanding stretch may choose to stay back at Dirapuk and rest.
Overnight at a hotel in Zuthulpuk
After an early breakfast at Zuthulpuk Monastery, begin the final and relatively easier stretch of your trek, walking for approximately two hours along gentle trails back to Darchen, thus completing the sacred three-day Kailash Parikrama around Mount Kailash. This marks a deeply emotional and fulfilling moment for pilgrims, as the circumambulation is believed to cleanse sins and bring spiritual merit. Upon reaching Darchen, board your waiting vehicle and begin the scenic drive towards Dongba, retracing the vast Tibetan plateau landscapes. Lunch will be served en route at a suitable stop. Upon arrival in Dongba, check in to your guesthouse and rest after the long but spiritually rewarding journey.
Overnight at a hotel in Dongba
After breakfast, begin your return journey across the vast Tibetan plateau towards Gyirong (Kyirung), enjoying once again the sweeping landscapes of high-altitude plains, distant snow-capped mountains, and winding river valleys. The drive offers time to reflect on the profound spiritual experiences of the past days around Mount Kailash and Lake Manasarovar. Lunch will be provided en route at a suitable stop. By evening, arrive in Kyirung and check into your hotel or guesthouse, where you can relax and unwind after the long drive. Enjoy dinner and a comfortable overnight stay.
After breakfast, proceed to the Gyirong (Kyirung) border to complete exit formalities on the China side, followed by immigration procedures to re-enter Nepal. After meeting your Nepali driver and vehicle, begin the scenic drive back to Kathmandu, passing through winding mountain roads, river valleys, and picturesque hillside villages. Lunch will be served en route at a suitable stop. By evening, arrive in Kathmandu and transfer to your hotel for check-in. The rest of the evening is at leisure to relax after the long journey.
After breakfast (served until 10:00 AM), enjoy some leisure time at the hotel until your scheduled airport transfer. Our representative will assist you with the transfer to the airport according to your flight timing.
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