From the temples of Kathmandu to the roof of the world by air: the cultural treasures of Lhasa, a flight over the plateau to Ali, and the divine darshan of Sacred Lake Mansarovar and the three-day Parikrama of Holy Mount Kailash, the eternal abode of Lord Shiva.
This Fly In, Fly Out journey combines the spiritual heart of Kailash Mansarovar with the living heritage of Lhasa – the Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, Sera and Drepung Monasteries and Barkhor Square – before a scenic flight across the Tibetan Plateau to Ali, gateway to the far west of the Xizang Autonomous Region.
Fly across the Great Himalayan Range past Mount Everest to the roof of the world. Explore the ancient city of Lhasa in depth, then fly over the vast Tibetan Plateau to Ali, with an unforgettable aerial darshan of the north face of Mount Kailash, weather permitting, before the divine darshan of Sacred Lake Mansarovar and the three-day Parikrama of Holy Mount Kailash.
On arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, our representative will welcome you with a traditional Rudraksha mala and escort you to your hotel. The remainder of the day is at leisure.
Morning darshan at Shri Pashupatinath Temple, followed by Budhanilkantha Temple, home to the reclining image of Lord Vishnu. The afternoon is devoted to a full Yatra briefing and final packing.
A scenic flight (approx. 1 hour 20 minutes) crossing the Great Himalayan Range with a close view of Mount Everest. On arrival at Gonggar International Airport, transfer to Lhasa city (approx. 60 km, 1 hour) and begin to acclimatise with an evening stroll through the old streets.
Jokhang Temple, the most revered pilgrimage site in the Xizang Autonomous Region, followed by Sera Monastery, renowned for its architecture and the lively afternoon debates of its monks. In the evening, wander the market of Barkhor Square.
Visit the Potala Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and former winter residence of the spiritual and temporal rulers of Lhasa, and Drepung Monastery, once the largest monastery in the region.
Fly to Ali (Ngari Gunsa Airport, approx. 2 hours), then drive across the western plateau to Sacred Lake Mansarovar (approx. 235 km, 4-5 hours). Divine darshan of the lake, with darshan of the southern face (Guru Mukh) of Mount Kailash, Gurla Mandhata (7,694 m), Hor Chu Gompa and Thugu Gompa.
Witness sunrise over Lake Mansarovar with darshan of Mount Kailash, then perform puja and Vedic rituals on the sacred shore. Drive to Darchen via Chiu Gompa and Rakshas Tal, completing the Parikrama of the lake, and prepare for the Kailash Parikrama.
Drive to Yama Dwar and begin the trek to Diraphuk (approx. 13 km, 6-7 hours) with darshan of the west face of Mount Kailash. At Diraphuk, behold the north face, the Kailash Purna Lingam, Nag Swaroop and Diraphuk Gompa.
The most demanding and sacred day of the Yatra: approx. 22 km in 9-10 hours, crossing Dolma La (5,630 m), with darshan of Shivasthali, Ganesh Kund, Ganesh Parvat and Gauri Kund (5,608 m).
A gentle trek of approx. 8 km (3 hours) completes the Kailash Parikrama. Drive to Darchen, then onward to Ali (approx. 250 km, 4-5 hours).
Transfer to the airport for the flight to Lhasa (approx. 2 hours). On arrival, transfer to your hotel, with time for rest and local shopping.
Morning drive to Gonggar International Airport for the flight to Kathmandu (approx. 1 hour 20 minutes). On arrival, transfer to your hotel.
Your sacred journey concludes. Transfer to Tribhuvan International Airport for your onward destination, carrying with you the blessings of Kailash and Mansarovar.
• Arrival and departure transfers.
• Twin or triple sharing accommodation in Kathmandu.
• Darshan at Shri Pashupatinath Temple and Budhanilkantha Temple.
• Lhasa – Ali – Lhasa airfare.
• Good-quality vehicles on the Xizang Autonomous Region side.
• Parikrama of Lake Mansarovar and Mount Kailash.
• All accommodation during the journey as per the itinerary.
• Full-board vegetarian Indian and Continental meals throughout the trip.
• Team leader and experienced staff with personalised service.
• All Xizang Autonomous Region permits.
• Duffel bag.
• Down jacket on a returnable basis.
• First-aid kit, medical oxygen, pulse oximeter, Diamox and other essential medicines.
• All associated taxes and service charges on the Nepal and Xizang Autonomous Region sides.
• Single supplement on both the Nepal and Xizang Autonomous Region sides.
• Kathmandu – Lhasa – Kathmandu airfare.
• Mainland China visa fee.
• Visit to Astapad for the Kailash inner darshan.
• Accommodation at Darchen for those returning midway through the Kailash Parikrama.
• Beverages and expenses of a personal nature.
• Hospital treatment, rescue and evacuation costs.
• Trekking poles and personal gear.
• Guest travel insurance.
• Personal horse and porter charges during the Kailash Parikrama.
• Additional costs arising from unforeseen or unavoidable circumstances.
• Visa split and transportation costs in the event of early exit.
• Tips and gratuities.
The principal expense outside the package cost is the hire of a personal horse and porter for the three-day Kailash Parikrama. The authorities of the Xizang Autonomous Region require that anyone hiring a personal horse must also engage a personal porter. These charges, together with an optional visit to Astapad, are payable locally in Chinese Yuan and are not included in the package cost. Exchange rates fluctuate and will be applied at the prevailing rate.
| Destination | Hotel |
|---|---|
| Kathmandu | 4-Star Deluxe Hotel |
| Lhasa | Hilton or Similar |
| Lake Mansarovar | Hotel Thugu or Similar (attached bathroom) |
| Darchen | Kailash Himalaya Hotel or Similar |
| Diraphuk | Hotel Diraphuk or Similar (new hotel) |
| Zuthulphuk | Hotel Zuthulphuk or Similar (new hotel) |
| Ali | Best Available Hotel |

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