Mt. Kailash Overland Tour

After you land in Kathmandu, you will meet our team, who will be waiting for you at the Tribhuvan International Airport. We will then arrange your transfer to your booked hotel in Kathmandu. This day is reserved for rest. This will help you overcome jet lag.

After a short rest, you can explore the nearby cultural landmarks of the Kathmandu Valley. You may sit at any of the restaurants, enjoy local meals and observe the beautiful scenery of Kathmandu Valley and its historic buildings. We will meet you in the evening and provide you with a briefing about the tour and explain the itinerary. Afterwards, you can have dinner and rest at your comfortable hotel room.

Meals-  Dinner
Hotel- 4 Star Hotel

Day 2 is your free day in Kathmandu. You can explore city’s cultural treasures while we handle visa processing. This is your free day. So, you can wander around this city at your own pace.

You may start your exploration by visiting Kathmandu Durbar Square. It is a World Heritage Site. You can walk through its ancient courtyards and witness incredible beauty of temples and palaces. Likewise, you can visit the Museum near the square area and wander around the Durbar complex, taking beautiful snaps of the historic buildings.

You may choose to stroll around Thamel in the evening. The streets of Thamel are lively. There are several colorful shops, cafes, restaurants and local stores at this popular tourist hub. You may purchase unique souvenirs or pick up trekking gear if you need. On this free day, you may either head out exploring the city, do some shopping, or just rest at your hotel.

Meals:  Breakfast,
Accommodation: – 4 Star Hotel

You can visit Kathmandu’s popular UNESCO sites on this day. The first destination you can visit is Swayambhunath, which lies at the top of a hill with panoramic views of Kathmandu Valley. It is one of Kathmandu’s spiritually significant landmarks. It is a must-visit place during a free day on the Mount Kailash overland tour.

You can see an ancient stupa, a white dome that is crowned with a golden spire and eyes of the Buddha, at this place. The stupa has prayer wheels, shrines and smaller temples. Afterwards, you can visit the Boudhanath Stupa. You can have a serene and spiritually enriching experience by visiting this site.

This ancient stupa has a massive white dome and golden spire which is adorned with the all seeing eyes of the Buddha. You will see several people walk clockwise around the stupa. The surrounding area is lively, with colorful prayer flags fluttering. You can visit nearby monasteries. By visiting the monasteries, you will get glimpses of Buddhist rituals.

The next destination that you can visit on this day is Pashupatinath Temple. It is located on the banks of sacred Bagmati River. This temple holds great significance to Hindus. It draws several devotees from around the world.

You can observe the vibrant rituals in this world heritage site. In addition, you can get glimpses of Hindu traditions by exploring the temple area. You may also encounter playful monkeys roaming the grounds. You can also see an ancient stone inscription in the temple complex that shows the history back centuries. Exploring this temple will reward you with a unique experience. After visiting the temple, you may head back to your hotel and take much needed rest.

Meals:  Breakfast
Accommodation: – 4 Star Hotel

On Day 4, you can explore the city at your own pace. You can just take required rest before embarking on the spiritually significant Kailash tour. You may also choose to visit places where you can try local delicacies or spend the day shopping if you need any required items for the tour.

The journey demands both physical and mental readiness due to its high altitude challenges. So, you need to ensure that all your travel gear is ready. Make sure to make a checklist and pack all the required items. Have a delicious and hearty dinner and rest well to be prepared for the start of the scenic Mount Kailash Overland Tour.

Meals:  Breakfast
Accommodation: – 4 Star Hotel

Kathmandu Elevation: 1,400 meters

⁠Kerung Elevation: 2,700 meters

Drive Duration: 7 to 8 hours

Your spiritual journey commences from Kathmandu as you will enjoy an adventurous drive through lush hills, continuing onward to the high-altitude terrain of Tibet. You have to cross the Kerung border on this day. We will receive you early in the morning and follow a highway route, navigating winding and rugged mountain roads.

The beautiful views of lush green hills, traditional villages, markets, terraced farms and rivers can be seen along the way. Progressing further towards Kerung, the sights of majestic mountains also come into view, captivating you the entire time. Firstly, you will reach Syabrubesi and reach Rasuwagadhi’s border area in an hour.

At the border, you have to show the Chinese visa and Tibet Travel Permit to gain entry. After completing the procedures on both sides, you will head towards Kerung. Soon afterwards, you can see the beautiful Tibetan Plateau and unqiue surrounding landscapes, that are truly awe-inspiring.

As you reach Kerung, you will be greeted by beautiful sights of cliffs. This area’s magnificent natural beauty is truly exceptional. At Kerung, you can settle comfortably in your booked hotel and rest.

Meals:  Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: – Guest House

This day is your rest day in Kerung. It is crucial to be prepared for the thinner air and higher elevations ahead. Including a day for acclimatization allows your body to gradually adjust so that your upcoming journey will be smoother and safer.

Kerung is a scenic place that offers a quiet yet vibrant atmosphere. Use this day to walk at an easy pace, sip plenty of water, and let your body ease into the altitude. The local markets, warm-hearted residents, and colorful surroundings make this place more charming.

On this day, walk gently around the market and take your time to observe the exceptional landscape. The acclimatization day in the beautiful Kerung will help you stay better prepared for the journey ahead.

Meals:  Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: – Guest Hous

Altitude: 4640m
Distance: 170 km
Driving – 5 hours

First day with a long drive on the desert terrain. Driving past nomad camps and sheep and yak herds. We can see Gaurishankar, Shishapangma and Langtang Himal from the pass. Continue drive through Khunmen Tso, Sinling, Karru Ongchen and Peiku tso Lake (4400m). We will be crossing river Brahmaputra ( “Yarling Tsangpo” in Tibetan ) to reach Saga (4600m). O/n in guest house.

Meals:  Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: – Guest House

Altitude: 4558 m
Distance: 277 km
Driving – 6 hours

Watching the mountains in distance and driving through road we pass through the small town of Zhongba before reaching to Paryang.. Offering the first view of mt kailash and the holy lake only after several hours of drive.

As you approach this serene and sacred lake, historic Chiu Monastery becomes visible on the North West shore of the lake. From this vantage point, you can have a glimpse of majestic Mount Kailash. Manasarovar , the highest fresh water lake with turquoise complexion – surrounded by mt Kailash, Mt. Gurula-Mandata and Lake Rakchyas is simply heavenly. O/n at Guesthouse.

Meals:  Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: – Guest House

Altitude: 4575m
Distance: 110km

Driving – 2 hours (Mansarovar Parikrama)
40km – 1 hour (Mansarovar to Darchen)

After some peaceful hours at the shores of the sacred Lake Manasarovar with the snowy massif of Gurla Mandhata 7694m just across the lake, we drive 40 km to Darchen which serves as the base for Mt kailashkora ( circumlocution). The Kora is 53 km in total and completed in three days. O/n in a Guest house.

Altitude: 4900m
Distance: 14km
Trekking:-  0.5 hours (Darchen to Tarboche Valley)
7km – 5 hours (Tarboche to Drirapuk

Today is our first day  embark on a three – day parikrama. We first drive to the small
settlement of Tarboche, also called as Darboche. It is the  point of the
Kailash Kora, and is also known as the Valley of Gods. Yamadwar, the gatewat
of the God of Death, is located here in Tarboche.

.It is one of the exciting days walking along the beautiful rocky cliffs and waterfalls with some clouds in the clear blue sky. The 15 km trail takes almost 7 hrs. O/n Guest house.

Meals:  Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: – Guest House

Altitude: 4760m
Distance: 19km
Trek :- 8/9 hours (Dirapuk to Juthulpuk

Hardest but Holiest day of your pilgrimage trek , cross Dolma La pass at 5670 m. Once you reach the top, just do the holiest offering and sit down for meditation to forget you. By the late afternoon you will arrive at Zuthul Puk where the great ascetic Milerappa is supposed to have performed miracles. O/N at local guest house

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: – Guest House

Altitude: 4640m
Distance: 290km

You will complete your Kora on this day. Your trek sets off from Zuthulpuk Monastery. You will follow a broad trail alongside a river valley. Along the way, you will see serene meditation caves and mani walls. After walking around 10 kilometers, you will reach Darchen. Then, you will officially complete your sacred Kora.

From Darchen, you will board your vehicle and begin the return drive to Saga. During the drive, you can see the real beauty of the Tibetan plateau. The sights of towering snow clad peaks and open clear skies will enhance your journey. On the way, you will get a chance to see the Manasarovar lake

You may spot yaks roaming the highland plains along the way. The enchanting scenery of terrains will help you stay engaged throughout the journey. By evening, you will reach Saga and stay at your comfortable hotel.

Saga is a key rest stop for both pilgrims and travelers during Mount Kailash overland journey. This town has various amenities like shops, restaurants, guesthouses and hotels. It is a convenient place to rest before continuing to next destination.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: – Guest House

Kerung ⁠Elevation: 2,700 m

On this day, you will drive back to Kerung from Saga. You will also cross the border to enter Nepal on this day. During the road journey, you can see beautiful sights of high altitude plains, lakes and snow clad peaks. In addition, you will be treated to glimpses of monasteries and colorful prayer flags fluttering along the route. The serene atmosphere and snowy peaks will enthrall you throughout the ride.

Soon afterwards, the road winds downward to lower elevations. It takes around 4 hours to reach Kerung from Saga. Then, the journey continues towards the border. The ride to the border takes about an hour. You will complete required procedures at border to enter Nepal.

Then, the road journey continues towards Syabrubesi. You will enjoy the ride through rural landscapes. You will reach Syabrubesi in about an hour. For the night, you will stay at one of the lodges in Syabrubesi

Meals and Accommodation 

Altitude: 1400m
Distance: 175 km
Drive – 8 hours

After having breakfast at Syabrubesi, your journey to vibrant Kathmandu city begins. During the return journey through you, the mesmerizing scenery of green hills, terraced fields, local markets and diverse landscape can be seen.

The drive lasts for around 7 hours. So, you will have enough time to reflect on your incredible Kailash Tour. Afterwards, you will be checking into your hotel in Kathmandu and take rest after the day’s journey.

You may spend the rest of the day as you like. You can either rest or visit nearby sites to witness the capital’s distinctive and perfect blend of traditional and modern buildings.

Meals, Hotel

This is your spare day in Kathmandu. This beautiful city and the nearby districts like Bhaktapur and Lalitpur also have beautiful Durbar Squares, beautiful traditional buildings, temples and local markets. Thus, you can consider exploring these popular destinations of the Kathmandu Valley.

Bhaktapur Durbar Square is a popular world heritage site filled with history which is famous for its temples, wooden traditional courtyards, and a beautiful museum.

You can walk through the square area and witness the exceptional craftsmanship of ancient Nepal. Likewise, after exploring Bhaktapur, you can also visit Patan Durbar Square.

The square is renowned for its beautiful temples, courtyards, and Newar architecture. The architecture, stone sculptures, and lively environment make this area one of the must visit places while in Nepal. You may also just choose to rest in your hotel and stroll around the nearby places or shop for souvenirs. You can use this free day as you wish.

Breakfast ad Hotel

On this day, you will board a flight heading to your next destination. You may complete your packing by considering your time. We will ensure hassle free checkout from your hotel. Afterwards, we will transfer you to airport on a private vehicle for your return flight.

You can then complete the check in and security procedures and take flight to your home or towards the next destination. The beautiful Himalayan scenery can be seen from the plane window which will be a reminder of your tranquil journey to Mount Kailash. We wish you smooth and safe travels and hope to meet you again for another scenic adventure.

Breakfast, Airport transfer