Kailash Mansarovar Tour
This journey is perfect for those who want to focus only on the southwest region of Tibet—we won’t be visiting Lhasa on this trip. Instead, the highlight is a full kora (sacred walk) around Mount Kailash, one of the holiest places on earth. You’ll also spend two peaceful nights by Lake Manasarovar, taking time for prayer and reflection.
This trek is especially meaningful for those on a spiritual pilgrimage, but everyone is welcome—regardless of your beliefs—as long as you show respect for others and the sacred nature of the area.
Mount Kailash, in far western Tibet, is considered the most sacred mountain in Asia. It holds deep spiritual importance for Hindus, Buddhists, and followers of the ancient Bon religion. Pilgrims walk the 53-kilometer circuit around the mountain—clockwise for Buddhists and Hindus, counterclockwise for Bon followers. Completing one full kora is said to wash away the sins of a lifetime.
At 6,714 meters high, with its steep faces and snow-covered summit, Mount Kailash is a stunning and humbling sight. As you walk its base, you’ll feel both the physical challenge and the spiritual energy of this sacred landscape.
Arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport where you will be greeted by our team and transferred to your hotel. An orientation briefing on the Kailash pilgrimage will follow.
After breakfast, visit the Chinese Embassy in Kathmandu for biometric registration. Spend the rest of the day at leisure in Kathmandu.
Enjoy a free day to rest and explore the vibrant streets of Thamel. Your visa will be processed today.
Collect your Chinese visa and visit sacred sites like Pashupatinath Temple, Guhyeshwari, and Sleeping Vishnu. Return to the hotel and prepare for the overland journey.
Begin your road journey from Kathmandu to the border town of Timmure. Enjoy scenic landscapes along the Trishuli River.
After completing immigration formalities at the Nepal-China border, drive to the Tibetan town of Kerung.
Spend the day acclimatizing to the altitude. Light walks and rest are advised.
Enjoy a scenic drive over the high-altitude Lalung La Pass. Visit Paigu-tso Lake and cross the Brahmaputra River before arriving in Saga.
Travel to the sacred Lake Manasarovar via Mayum La Pass. On arrival, take part in the lake parikrama and enjoy the first views of Mt. Kailash.
Begin the day with a holy bath and puja at Lake Manasarovar, then continue to Darchen, the base camp for the Kailash kora.
Begin your spiritual trek around Mount Kailash. Today’s hike to Dirapuk offers stunning views of the mountain’s north face.
This is the toughest yet most sacred day of the trek. Cross Dolma La Pass and visit Gauri Kund. Continue the descent to Zuthulpuk.
Complete the final 7 km of your trek. Drive from Darchen back to Saga, enjoying the majestic scenery along the way.
Drive back toward the Tibet-Nepal border, stopping for the night at Kerung.
Cross the border and return to Kathmandu. Enjoy your final night in the capital.
After breakfast, we will transfer you to Tribhuvan International Airport for your journey home.