15 Days
Difficulty : Moderate
Highest Altitude : 5670m ( Dolma-la)
Best Season : May to Sep
Min People : 01 (Joining Group)
Routes : Kathmandu | Timure |Kerung | Saga | Mansarovar | Darchen | Diraphuk | Zhthulphuk | Kerung | Kathmandu

Tour Details

Kailash Mansarovar Yatra Overland Route: (Kerung) Kathmandu in Kathmandu out 2025

Embarking on an overland journey to the revered Mount Kailash and the Sacred Lake Mansarovar is an unparalleled experience. This once-in-a-lifetime odyssey traverses the formidable Great Himalayas Ranges. Driving through the historic Silk Road over the vast Tibetan Plateau, this adventure offers a unique opportunity to encounter Tibet’s authentic and untouched nomadic communities. The breathtaking scenery surpasses imagination, with tranquil Himalayan plateaus, meandering pathways, and hills that seem as if an accomplished artist has painted them with a vibrant brushstroke.

ABC Adventures proudly presents the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra Via Kerung, an overland expedition that explores the terrains of Kailash Mansarovar, now made accessible by modern road systems and transportation facilities. Each year, ABC Adventures welcomes numerous Hindu pilgrims and travellers around the world, guiding them on a transformative journey to the sacred Holy Mount Kailash and the Sacred Lake Mansarovar. Our mission is to inspire all Yatries to complete the two-day Parikrama around Holy Mount Kailash and partake in a ritual bath in the Sacred Lake Mansarovar, which is believed to cleanse all past mortal sins and pave the spiritual path to heaven. Experience the greatness of nature’s power and feel the divine grace of Lord Shiva on this extraordinary pilgrimage.

Fixed Departure Dates

Arrival	Departure	Status	Remarks
04 May	18 May		Full Moon
25 May	08 June	Confirmed
03 June	17 June	Confirmed	Full Moon
22 June	06 July
01 July	15 July		Full Moon
14 July	28 July	Confirmed
04 August	18 August
31 August	14 September		Full Moon
15 September	29 September
29 September	12 October		Full Moon

Price Includes

Arrival and departure transfer by Private Vehicle.
Twin Sharing Accommodation at Deluxe Hotel in Kathmandu
Sightseeing Tours with monumental entrance fees
Kathmandu / Timure / Kathmandu by Jeep
Eco vehicle for Mansarovar and Kailash Movement
Luxury Vehicle on Tibet Side
All accommodation during trip
Full Board Vegetarian Meals (During Kailash)
2 Bottle Mineral Water Per Day
Team Leader & Experienced Staff with personalized services
All Permits & Tibet/China Visa Fee
Duffel Bag
Dawn Jacket on Returnable Basis
First Aid-Kit, Medical Oxygen, Pulse Oximeter, Diamox and Other Needful Medicines

Price Excludes

Lunch at Kathmandu
Beverage and Personal Nature Cost
Nepal Double Entry Visa Fee (Except Indian)
Rescue & Emergency Cost
Stick and Gears
Insurance and Evacuation Cost
Personal Horse Riding / Personal Porter Charges During Kailash Parikrama
Extra Cost Raised Due to Unforeseen Unavoidable Conditions
Visa Split and Transportation Cost if Pre-Exit

Explore

Darshan of Shri-Pashupatinath temple, Budhanilkhanta Temple, Swayambhunath Stupa etc.
Divine view of Mansarovar Lake, Ravan Lake and Holy Mount Kailash
Holy Bath at Mansarovar Lake
Parikrama of Holy Mount Kailash
View of 4 Faces of Holy Mount Kailash, Yama-Dwar, Driaphuk Gompa, Shivasthali, Ganesh Kund, Ganesh Parvat, Dolma-La, Gauri Kund

Itinerary

Day 01Arrival in Kathmandu (1,337m)

Airport pick-up and transfer to the hotel

Day 02 - 04Kathmandu Sightseeing & Visa Processing

Experience the beauties of Kathmandu Valley, including the iconic Shri Pashupatinath Temple, Budhanilkantha (Vishnu reclining on Snake Bed), World Heritage and UNESCO city Bhaktapur Durbar Square, Doleshwor Mahadev (Head of Kedarnath Mahadev), Kathmandu Durbar Square with Darshana of Kumari Living Goddess) and the world-famous Stupa Swayambhunath. Preparation for your journey ahead.

Day 05Kathmandu to Timure (1,900m)

Scenic drive to Timure (127km, 7 hours)

Day 06Timure to Kerung (3000m)

Border clearance and drive to Kerung (24 km, 1 hour)

Day 07Kerung to Saga (4,610m)

Journey through stunning landscapes to Saga (240km, 4-5 hours)

Day 08Acclimatization Day at Saga

Rest and prepare for higher altitudes

Day 09Saga to Lake Mansarovar (4,560m)

Drive to Sacred Lake Mansarovar (4,560M, 478km, 8-9hrs). Witness breathtaking views of the Sacred Lake Mansarovar (Parikrama) and the southern Façade (Guru Mukh) of Kailash Parbat, Gurlaman-Datta Himalaya, Hor-Chu Gompa, Thu-Gu Gompa, Chiu–Gompa and Ravan Lake also called Rakshes Tal; during the Parikrama of Mansarovar Lake.

Day 10Lake Mansarovar to Darchen (4,670m)

Morning free for spiritual activities; Darshana of Mansarovar Lake and Kailash Parvat at Dawn, Darshana of SunRise over the Mansarovar Lake, Puja Hawana and like Vedic Perform. Drive to Darchen (4,560m, 40km, 1-2 hrs). Rest and prepare for Holy Mt. Kailash Parikrama.

Day 11Darchen to Diraphuk (4,860m)

Drive to Yam Dwar (30 minutes) and trek to Diraphuk. (12km- 6 to 7 hours). If unexhausted, trek further (2-3 hours) to Northern Charan Sparsh

Day 12Diraphuk to Zhuthulphuk (4,760m)

Trek via Dolma-La (5,670m), covering 18km (9-10 hours). Darshana of Shivasthali, Ganesh Kund, Ganesh Parvat and Gauri Kund. Darshana of East Facade of Holy Mt. Kailash while descending to Zhuthulphuk

Day 13Zuthulphuk to Saga

Trek (3 hours) to end the Kailash Parikrama. Drive to Saga (470km 7-8 hours)

Day 14Saga to Kathmandu via Kerung Border

Drive to Kerung border (3 hours). After clearing immigration, drive to Kathmandu (5-6 hours)

Day 15Departure

Conclude your spiritual journey. Depart for your new destination

Accommodation

Destination	Hotel
Kathmandu	Hyatt Place or Similar
Timure	River View Hotel or Similar
Saga	Champion League Hotel or Similar
Lake Mansarovar	Parmarth Ashram or Similar
Darchen	Kailash Himalaya Hotel or Similar
Dirapuk	Hotel Himalaya or Similar
Zhuthulpuk	Hotel Himalaya or Similar