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Kathmandu by Road – 12 Nights / 13 Days Mansarovar Yatra
Mount Kailash is located close to Lake Manasarovar and Lake Rakshastal. Lord Shiva resides there along with his consort, Goddess Parvati, and their children, Ganesha and Kartikeya. The sources of four major Asian rivers lie close to this mountain and the two lakes. These rivers are the Indus, the Sutlej, the Brahmaputra, and the Karnali (a tributary of the Ganges, fed by Mabja Zangbo). Mount Kailash is considered sacred in four religions: Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, and Bon.
In the Uttara Kanda section of the epic Ramayana, it is said that Ravana attempted to uproot Mount Kailash as retaliation against Shiva, who in turn pressed his right big toe upon the mountain, trapping Ravana beneath it. This representation of Shiva is also referred to as Ravananugraha (the form showing favour to Ravana) while seated upon Mount Kailash.
According to the epic Mahabharata, it is said that the Pandava brothers, along with their wife Draupadi, trekked to the summit of Mount Kailash on their path to liberation, as it is considered to be a gateway to the heaven of the devas, Svarga.
One description in the Vishnu Purana states that the mountain’s four faces are made of crystal, ruby, gold, and lapis lazuli. It is described as a pillar of the world and is located at the heart of six mountain ranges, symbolizing a lotus. The Vishnu Purana also speaks of Shiva sitting in a lotus position, engaged in deep meditation within the confines of the mountain, and fully immersed in a state of perpetual bliss.
TRIP ADVISORY FOR KAILASH YATRA
Please carry at least INR 50,000 for extra expenses such as additional nights’ stay at a hotel or guest house due to any reason. Any extra cost incurred shall be borne by the clients on the spot. Please keep in mind that the Mt. Kailash Yatra is not an enjoyable holiday tour; therefore, you need to be prepared to face hardship and unpredictable situations.
Tour Overview
Tour Duration: 12 Nights / 13 Days
Route: Kathmandu → Tibet → Mount Kailash → Kathmandu
Start & End Point: Kathmandu
Places Covered: Kathmandu • Syabrubesi • Kyirong County • Saga • Lake Manasarovar • Darchen • Dirapuk • Zutulpuk • Dolma La Pass • Yamadwar
Best Time to Travel: May to September
Max Altitude: 5,630 m (Dolma La Pass)
Parikrama of Kailash: 52 km
Altitude of Kailash Peak: 6714 m
Altitude of Manasarovar Taal: 4550 m
Temperature: Maximum 20°C to Minimum –10°C
Parikrama by Walk: 42 km in three days
Distance from Kathmandu: 1050 km (one way)
Parikrama of Manasarovar Taal: 102 km
Climate: Unpredictable
Trip Cost:
For Indian travellers, the trip cost is INR 79,000 / USD 1,600. The Chinese Visa and Tibet Permit are included in the package. Nepal Visa is not required. Travel Insurance is not included.
KAILASH YATRA 2026 – Kathmandu Arrival Dates by Overland
05, 10, 14, 18, 23, 30 May; June, July, August, September 2025.
Full Moon night at Mansarovar for 2026:
31st May, 29th June, 29th July, 28th August, 26th September.
• All necessary trekking and travel permits
• Medical kit bag and emergency oxygen cylinders
• Supporting staff (cooks, sherpas, and helpers)
• Kailash Manasarovar Yatra certificate
• A duffle bag and a backpack
• Down jacket (refundable)
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
- Aarati at Pashupatinath Temple
- Kathmandu Valley sightseeing
- Holy dip & Puja at Lake Manasarovar
- Complete Kailash Parikrama (Kora) in 3 days
- Darshan at Yamadwar – Gateway to Kailash
- Crossing Dolma La Pass (5,630 m)
- Supporting staff including cooks, sherpas & helpers
- Oxygen cylinders & medical kit for emergencies
- Kailash Mansarovar Yatra Certificate
TRIP PAYMENT & CANCELLATION POLICY
Required Documents for Kailash Yatra Booking:
• Passport valid for at least 6 months
• Age bar: 10–70 years
• Scanned passport Xerox copy should reach Balaji Diyo Tours & Trekking Head Office, Kathmandu, 60 days prior
• Original passport should reach 15 days prior to the Yatra at the Delhi office
Kailash Yatra is not a holiday tour. It is a spiritual journey requiring physical fitness, patience, and faith.
Payment Terms
• 30% advance at the time of booking
• Full payment 7 days before Nepal arrival
Cancellation Policy
Our cancellation policy applies in every instance. There will be no exception for any reason. By making reservations with our travel agency or its associates and depositing your advance payment with agents, our representatives, or us, you agree to each of the foregoing terms and conditions and acknowledge that you are thereby bound. You also confirm that you have carefully read and understood the above terms and conditions.
Therefore, we strongly recommend that you purchase trip cancellation insurance. This low-cost insurance protects all deposits and payments should you have to cancel your trip due to personal or family illness. Should you or anyone of your choice purchase this insurance, please deal directly with the insurance company. Baggage and accident insurance are also available.
Included/Excluded
- 3 Nights accommodation in Kathmandu (3-Star Deluxe)
- 01 night hotel accommodation at Syabrubesi in a guest house
- 08 nights accommodation in Tibet on a sharing basis at guest houses
- Kathmandu – Rasuwagadi – Kathmandu transportation by non-AC vehicle
- Tibet group permit and visa fees
- Kathmandu sightseeing by AC vehicle
- All meals on a vegetarian basis
- All transportation in Tibet by AC luxury vehicle
- English / Hindi-speaking Tibetan and Nepali guide
- Supporting truck to carry equipment
- All applicable taxes and service charges
- International air tickets
- Travel insurance, rescue, and evacuation services
- Nepal entry visa fees for NRI
- Horse and porter charges during Parikrama
- Tips for guide, porter, driver, and personal expenses
- Extra hotel charges in Kathmandu in case of early return from Tibet
- Any additional cost due to natural calamities and unforeseen circumstances
- Visa splitting charges and extra transportation costs if returning early from Yatra
- 5% GST (If payment is deposited in our Nepal bank account, no GST charge applies)
Tour Plan
Day 1
Arrival at Kathmandu
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Upon arrival at Kathmandu Airport, you will be greeted and assisted by our representative.
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After completing your customs formalities, transfer to the hotel for check-in.
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In the afternoon, visit Boudhanath Stupa.
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In the evening, attend Aarti at Pashupatinath Temple.
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Drive back to the hotel.
Overnight stay at Kathmandu hotel.
Day 2
Kathmandu Sightseeing
- After breakfast, sightseeing of Kathmandu Valley, including Jal Narayan Temple (Sleeping Vishnu), Swayambhunath Stupa (Monkey Temple), and Kathmandu Durbar Square (Living God Kumari).
- Return to the hotel.
Overnight stay at a hotel in Kathmandu.
Day 3
Kathmandu → Syabrubesi / Dhunche (1,600 m)
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After breakfast, drive to Syabrubesi (145 km, 7–8 hrs).
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Arrive at Syabrubesi and transfer to the hotel for check-in.
Overnight stay at Syabrubesi guest house.
Day 4
Syabrubesi → Kyirong County (2,800 m)
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After breakfast, drive to Rasuwagadi (15 km, 1 hr, 1800 m).
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Complete immigration and customs formalities on the Nepal and China sides, then continue the drive to Kyirong County (35 km, 1 hr, 2800 m).
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Arrive at Kyirong County and transfer to the hotel for check-in.
Overnight stay at Kyirong guest house.
Day 5
Kyirong → Saga (4,500 m)
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After breakfast, drive to Saga crossing the Brahmaputra River (150 km, 6 hrs).
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Arrive at Saga and transfer to the hotel for check-in.
Overnight stay at Saga hotel.
Day 6
Saga → Lake Manasarovar (4,550 m)
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After breakfast, drive towards Manasarovar Lake (450 km, 8–9 hrs).
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Arrive at Manasarovar Lake and transfer to the guest house for check-in.
Overnight stay near the Manasarovar lake.
Day 7
Manasarovar Parikrama → Darchen (4,600 m)
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After breakfast, perform parikrama of Manasarovar Lake by vehicle (102 km, 3 hrs).
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Take a holy bath and perform puja (prayer ritual, homa) at Manasarovar Lake, then continue the drive to Darchen (50 km, 1.5 hrs).
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Arrive at Darchen and transfer to the hotel for check-in.
Overnight stay at Darchen
Day 8
Darchen → Yamadwar → Dirapuk (First Day of Kora)
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After breakfast, take a short drive to Yamadwar and visit Yama Dwar.
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This is the starting point of the Kora.
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Trek to Dirapuk, which is a 12 km trek (7–8 hrs), crossing the west face of Mt. Kailash.
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You will visit the north face of Mt. Kailash.
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Arrive at Dirapuk and transfer to the hotel for check-in.
Overnight stay at Dirapuk.
Day 9
Dirapuk → Dolma La Pass → Zutulpuk (Second Day of Kora)
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After breakfast, trek to Dolma La Pass and proceed to Zutulpuk (22 km, 12 hrs trek).
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This is the most difficult journey throughout the Yatra, as you have to trek up to a height of 5630 m.
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Descend to Gaurikund and trek to Zutulpuk following the river.
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Arrive at Zutulpuk and transfer to the guest house for check-in.
Overnight stay at Zutulpuk.
Day 10
Zutulpuk → Darchen → Saga (Third Day of Kora)
- After breakfast, take a short trek (8 km, 2 hrs) and reach the point where our coach will be waiting.
- Drive to Darchen, merge with other members who were waiting, and proceed to Saga.
- Arrive at Saga and transfer to the hotel for check-in.
Overnight stay at Saga.
Day 11
Saga → Kyirong County
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After breakfast, drive to Kyirong County (150 km, 6 hrs).
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Arrive at Kyirong County and transfer to the hotel for check-in.
Overnight stay at Kyirong County guest house.
Day 12
Kyirong → Kathmandu
- After breakfast, drive to Rasuwagadi and complete Nepal and China border formalities and immigration.
- Continue the drive to Kathmandu via Syabrubesi (165 km, 10–11 hrs).
- Arrive at Kathmandu and transfer to the hotel for check-in.
Overnight stay at Kathmandu.
Day 13
Departure from Kathmandu
- After breakfast, transfer to Kathmandu Airport for final departure.
Yatra concludes with divine blessings.
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