Kailash Mansarovar Yatra-Overland Route via Kerung 2024 (For Indian)

Upon your arrival in Kathmandu, our team will meet you at the airport, extend a warm welcome, assist you, and transfer you to your designated hotel. Before dinner, our tour manager will provide a brief orientation about the Kailash and Mansarovar Yatra, covering routes and essential do’s and don’ts. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Altitude: 1337m | Distance covered: 6 km | Meals included: Dinner

After breakfast at the hotel, embark on a tour to Shri-Pashupatinath Temple and Budhanilkhantha (Sleeping Vishnu) Temple. Continue your visit to Swyambhunath Stupa. The remaining time is dedicated to preparing for the Kailash Yatra. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Altitude: 1337m | Distance covered: 20 km | Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Early in the morning, post-breakfast at the hotel, commence a bus journey northwest of the Kathmandu valley, passing through beautiful villages and towns. The scenic drive of over 6 hours takes you to Timure Via Syavrubesi, the gateway to Langtang, Ganesh Himal, and the Tamang Heritage trail, reflecting the Tamang population.

Altitude: 2720m | Distance covered: 127 km | Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

From Timure, the journey continues with a 30 min drive to the Nepal-Tibet (China) border called Rasuwagadhi. After completing all immigration and customs formalities in both countries, proceed to Kerung village for an overnight stay at the hotel.

Altitude: 3000m | Distance covered: 25 km | Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After a restful stay in Kerung, the journey today continues with a drive to the world’s highest Tibetan Plateau of Inner Tibet, with dry landscapes. The road joins from Nyalam and Zgangmu near the beautiful lake, Paikutsho. Upon crossing a small pass and a bridge, reach Saga town for an overnight stay at lodges or guest houses.

Altitude: 4100m | Distance covered: 220 km | Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today is dedicated to acclimatizing to the higher altitude. Explore Kerung village, visit nearby markets, temples, and monasteries. Kerung is a significant trading village with Nepal. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Altitude: 4100m | Distance covered: 0 km | Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast in Saga, drive through the pass, descending across the long stretch of Tibetan plains, passing villages, yak herders’ camps, and reaching a village at Parayang. Continue the drive to Mansarovar Lake via Myam la and Horchu town. In the evening, marvel at the spectacular views of Holy Lake Mansarovar. Overnight stay at guest houses.

Altitude: 4560m | Distance covered: 475 km | Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Early morning, after breakfast, our staff will guide you for the circumambulation of Mansarovar Lake, and at the same time, you can have free time for Puja and Hawan on the bank of Mansarovar Lake. After completing the 105 km circumambulation, continue the journey with a 1-hour drive to Darchen, the base camp of Mount Kailash. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Altitude: 4560m | Distance covered: 35 km | Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, the Yatra leads to Tharboche, also known as Shershong, about 15 minutes’ drive. On the way, visit Yam Dewar, believed to rid one of the fear of death and allow the Yatra to proceed without any problems. After circumambulation and entrance through this Dwar, the Kora or Parikrama of Kailash Parbat begins. You will meet your horse, horseman, and porter for the Yatra. From here, the group will divide into two parts, one continuing the Yatra and another returning from Yam Dwar. Those unable to complete the Parikrama will return to the same hotel in Darchen. The trek from here to Diraphuk is about 6 hours, covering 16km gradually uphill walking with magnificent views of Kailash’s south and north face and the terrain landscape. Reach Diraphuk for Purna lingam Darsan of Kailash Parbat in front of your lodge. Overnight stay at the lodge.

Altitude: 4890m | Distance covered: 22 km | Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Morning, after breakfast and Puja of Kailash Parbat, head to Zuthulphuk. Today is the most challenging walk of this Kailash Yatra. Walk uphill until reaching Dolma-la at the highest point of this Yatra, 5670m. From here, the Yatra leads downhill with beautiful views and Darsan of Ganesh Kunda and Gauri Kunda. Reach Zuthulphuk for an overnight stay in guest houses.

Altitude: 4790m | Distance covered: 22 km | Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, the Yatra concludes with a 3-hour walk to Mani wall. Your vehicle will pick you up from the Mani wall, and you’ll drive to Saga village via Darchen. Overnight stay at guest houses.

Altitude: 4100 m | Distance covered: 500 km | Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Drive to Kerung, approximately 7 hours. Complete immigration and custom formality of China and enter Nepal. Drive for another 6 to 7 hours to Kathmandu. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Altitude: 1337 m | Distance covered: 370 km | Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, our staff will guide you with a vehicle for your departure transfer to the airport.

Altitude: 1337 m | Distance covered: 6 km | Meals included: Breakfast