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Kailash Manasarovar Yatra Spiritual Journey from Kathmandu

By Guru Travels | 1st Public Limited Travel In Nepal
Free cancellation available
Price is €1,311 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 14d
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

Discover the sacred landscape of Tibet on this incredible Kailash Manasarovar Yatra from Kathmandu. Begin your journey with spiritual sightseeing in Kathmandu, visiting revered temples like Pashupatinath and Boudhanath. Travel through stunning mountain scenery towards Lake Manasarovar, where you will partake in holy rituals. The trek around Mount Kailash culminates in a rewarding experience as you ascend Dolma-La Pass, surrounded by breathtaking views. This 14-day pilgrimage offers a unique blend of cultural heritage and natural beauty, perfect for spiritual seekers and adventure enthusiasts alike.

  • 14-day journey exploring sacred sites in Nepal and Tibet
  • Scenic drives through the Himalayas, with views of Mount Kailash
  • Participate in spiritual rituals at Lake Manasarovar and during the trek
  • Guided experience with accommodation and meals included throughout

Activity location

  • Kathmandu
    • Kathmandu, Nepal

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Kathmandu
    • Kathmandu, Nepal

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Nepali Paspport Holder in Multilingual

  • Activity duration is 14 days14d
    14d
  • Opening hours: Mon 00:15-23:45
  • English

Pickup included

Price details
€1,311.30 x 1 Adult€1,311.30
Total
Price is €1,311.30

Indian Passport Holders Only in Multilingual

  • Activity duration is 14 days14d
    14d
  • Opening hours: Mon 00:15-23:45
  • English

Pickup included

Price details
€2,185.50 x 1 Adult€2,185.50
Total
Price is €2,185.50

For General Passport Holders in Multilingual

  • Activity duration is 14 days14d
    14d
  • Opening hours: Mon 00:15-23:45
  • English

Pickup included

Price details
€3,496.80 x 1 Adult€3,496.80
Total
Price is €3,496.80

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Visa fee to Tibet

Know before you book

    • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
    • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
    • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
    • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

Activity itinerary

Day 1: Kathmandu Arrival (1300M)

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: snacks
  • Accommodation: Standard Hotel

Kathmandu

  • 2h
Upon arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, our representative will warmly welcome you and escort you to your hotel. The rest of the day is free to relax after your journey. In the evening, enjoy dinner and an introduction to the upcoming Yatra. Overnight stay in Kathmandu.

Day 2: Kathmandu Sightseeing

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Standard Hotel

Pashupatinath Temple

  • 6h
  • Admission ticket included
Day 02: Kathmandu Sightseeing Accommodation: Standard Hotel | Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner After breakfast, embark on a spiritual sightseeing tour of Kathmandu. The journey begins with a visit to Pashupatinath Temple, one of the holiest shrines of Lord Shiva, followed by Guhyeshwari Temple, dedicated to Goddess Parvati. Next, visit Budhanilkantha, also known as the Sleeping Vishnu, and end the tour at the majestic Boudhanath Stupa, a UNESCO World Heritage site. After returning to the hotel for lunch, the afternoon will be spent preparing for the Kailash journey. Overnight stay in Kathmandu.

Day 3: Drive to Nepal–China Border (Rasuwagadhi or Kodari)

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, snacks, lunch
  • Accommodation: Standard Hotel

Rasuwagadhi (Pass by)

After breakfast, we begin our scenic drive towards the Nepal–China border. Depending on the route, we will travel either to Rasuwagadhi (Kerung Border) or Kodari (Tatopani Border). The journey takes approximately 6 hours, passing through winding mountain roads, lush landscapes, and riverside views. Upon arrival, check into a hotel near the border and overnight stay

Day 4: Drive to Kerung (2,800m) or Nyalam (3,750m)

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Standard Hotel

Kerunga (Pass by)

After Breakfast Reach to Nepal/China Border. After completing immigration formalities, you will meet your Chinese guide and transfer to your bus for the onward journey into Tibet. Continue driving through high mountain landscapes until you reach Kerung (2,800m) or Nyalam (3,750m). Upon arrival, check into your hotel and take time to rest. Overnight stay in Kerung or Nyalam.

Day 5: Rest Day in Kerung or Nyalam

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, snacks, lunch
  • Accommodation: Standard Hotel

Kerunga

  • 4h
Today is dedicated to rest and acclimatisation to the increasing altitude. After breakfast, enjoy light walks and explore the surroundings. This day is important for preparing your body for the higher altitudes ahead. Overnight stay in Kerung or Nyalam.

Day 6: Drive to Saga

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Standard Hotel

Saga County (Pass by)

After breakfast, continue your journey deeper into Tibet as you drive approximately 245 kilometres to Saga. Along the way, you will cross the Labung-La Pass (5,050m) and pass the sparkling waters of Pekhu Tso Lake. The vast plateau landscape, with nomads herding yaks and sheep, creates a timeless view of Tibetan life. By late afternoon, cross the mighty Brahmaputra River and arrive in Saga, a bustling town where you will check into your hotel. Overnight stay in Saga.

Day 7: Drive to Manasarover (4558M)

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, snacks, lunch
  • Accommodation: Mud House

Lake Manasarovar

  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
Today is one of the most anticipated and spiritually uplifting days of the Yatra. After breakfast, embark on a long drive of about 500 kilometres. The route passes through valleys, grazing lands, sand dunes, and snow-capped peaks, offering breathtaking scenery throughout the journey. By late afternoon, you will be blessed with your first view of the sacred Mount Kailash and the turquoise waters of Lake Manasarovar. On arrival at Hore, a village near the lake, settle into your accommodation. Overnight stay near Lake Manasarovar.

Day 8: Puja at Lake Manasarovar – Drive to Darchen (4,575m)

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: standard Hotel

Lake Manasarovar

  • 4h
  • Admission ticket included
Early in the morning, participate in holy rituals by taking a dip in the sacred waters of Lake Manasarovar and performing Puja. The serene lake, considered the highest freshwater lake in the world, is surrounded by Mount Kailash, Mount Gurla Mandhata, and Lake Rakshastal. After completing your prayers, drive to Darchen, the base camp for the Kailash Parikrama. Overnight stay in Darchen

Day 9: Trek to Dirapuk (5,000m)

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Guest Hotel

Dirapuk Monastery (Pass by)

Today marks the beginning of your sacred Kailash Parikrama. Trek approximately 18 kilometres from Darchen to Dirapuk, a journey that takes six to seven hours. The trail passes dramatic rocky cliffs and cascading waterfalls, with frequent glimpses of Mount Kailash appearing majestically in the background. Upon reaching Dirapuk, rest in a simple guesthouse. Overnight stay in Dirapuk.

Day 10: Trek to Zuthulpuk via Dolma-La Pass (5,630m)

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: lunch, breakfast, snacks
  • Accommodation: Guest House

Dirapuk Monastery

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
This is the most challenging yet spiritually rewarding day of the pilgrimage. Begin the steep ascent to Dolma-La Pass at 5,630 metres (18,600 ft), the highest point of the Yatra. At Shiva- sthal, pilgrims symbolically leave old clothes, strands of hair, or drops of blood, signifying the abandonment of past sins. After crossing the pass, descend carefully, passing by Parvati-sthal and the sacred Gauri Kund. By late afternoon, arrive at Zuthulpuk Monastery, famous for the meditation cave of the great Tibetan saint Milarepa. Overnight stay in Zuthulpuk..

Day 11: End of Parikrama – Drive to Saga

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, snacks, lunch
  • Accommodation: Standard Hotel

Saga County (Pass by)

In the morning, complete the final leg of the Parikrama with a short two-hour trek. Your coach will be waiting at the end point to take you back to Saga via Darchen. Enjoy the vast, open Tibetan landscapes as you retrace your route. On arrival in Saga, check into your hotel and rest after a long but fulfilling journey. Overnight stay in Saga

Day 12: Drive to Kerung or Nyalam (2,800m–3,750m)

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Standard Hotel

Kerunga (Pass by)

After breakfast, begin the journey back towards the border region, driving to either Kerung (2,800m) or Nyalam (3,750m) depending on the route permitted by the Chinese authorities. The drive passes through scenic mountain terrain, offering stunning views of the Tibetan plateau as you descend gradually towards the border. Upon arrival, check into your hotel and spend the evening at leisure, reflecting on the sacred journey you have completed. Overnight stay in Kerung or Nyalam

Day 13: Drive to Kathmandu (1,300M)

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Standard hotel

Kathmandu (Pass by)

After breakfast, we begin our drive towards the Nepal/China border, where we will complete the necessary immigration and customs formalities. Upon arrival at the border, you will go through the exit procedures on the Chinese side, and then proceed with the entry formalities on the Nepali side. This process may take some time, depending on the flow of travellers and the efficiency of the authorities. Once all immigration and customs procedures are completed, we will continue our journey back to Kathmandu. By evening we will reach to Kathmandu. Overnight Stay at Hotel in Kathmandu

Day 14: Transfer to Kathmandu Airport

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast
  • Accommodation: Not included

Kathmandu (Pass by)

After breakfast, our team will assist you with check-out and transfer you to Tribhuvan International Airport for your onward flight. With blessings from Lord Shiva and memories of a lifetime, your Kailash Manasarovar Yatra comes to an end

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    Kathmandu
    • Kathmandu, Nepal

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    Kathmandu
    • Kathmandu, Nepal

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