Mt Kailash Heli Overland Ex Kathmandu - 13 Days

Day 1 Aarival in Kathmandu

Upon arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by representatives and transferred to your hotel in Kathmandu. After check-in, you can relax and recover from your journey. In the evening, there will be a detailed tour briefing about the upcoming pilgrimage and travel arrangements. Overnight stay in Kathmandu.

Day 2 Kathmandu Sightseeing

After breakfast, begin a spiritual sightseeing tour of Kathmandu. Visit the sacred Pashupatinath Temple, one of the most important Hindu temples dedicated to Lord Shiva. Continue to Budhanilkantha Temple, famous for its impressive reclining statue of Lord Vishnu resting on a bed of serpents. You will also visit Tibetan monasteries and explore the peaceful spiritual atmosphere of Kathmandu. Overnight stay in Kathmandu.

Day 3 Drive to Syabrubesi by Bus

After breakfast, begin a scenic drive towards Syabrubesi. The journey passes through beautiful hills, terraced farmlands, and alongside the Trishuli River. Along the way, enjoy stunning mountain landscapes and traditional rural villages. Upon arrival in Syabrubesi near the Nepal–China border, check in to your hotel and relax for the evening. Overnight stay in Syabrubesi.

Day 4 Enter Tibet, Drive to Kyirong

Today marks the beginning of your Tibetan journey. After completing immigration formalities at the Rasuwa Gadhi border, you will officially enter Tibet. Continue the drive through breathtaking Tibetan landscapes, surrounded by dramatic mountains and valleys, until reaching the town of Kyirong. Overnight stay in Kyirong.

Day 5 Drive from Kyirong to Saga

After breakfast, drive across the vast Tibetan plateau towards Saga. Along the journey, you will witness magnificent scenery including views of the Brahmaputra River and the beautiful Paigu-Tso Lake. The route offers spectacular views of the high Tibetan landscape before reaching Saga for an overnight stay.

Day 6 Saga to Lake Manasarovar

Today’s journey takes you to the sacred Lake Mansarovar, one of the holiest lakes in the world. Pilgrims believe that bathing or performing rituals here cleanses past sins and brings spiritual purification. Upon arrival, enjoy the peaceful surroundings and perform a vehicle parikrama around the lake while collecting holy water. Overnight stay near Lake Mansarovar.

Day 7 Lake Manasarovar to Darchen

In the morning, perform spiritual rituals and prayers at the holy lake. After this sacred experience, continue the drive to Darchen, the base camp for the Mount Kailash trek. From here, pilgrims prepare for the sacred parikrama around Mount Kailash. Overnight stay in Darchen.

Day 8 Trek from Darchen to Diraphuk

After breakfast, drive to the sacred Yama Dwar, the starting point of the Kailash Parikrama. From here, begin the trek towards Diraphuk, covering approximately 12 kilometers. The route offers breathtaking views of the north face of Mount Kailash and the surrounding Himalayan landscapes. Overnight stay in Diraphuk.

Day 9 Trek from Diraphuk to Zuthulphuk via Dolma La Pass

This is the most challenging and spiritually significant day of the journey. The trek ascends the high-altitude Dolma La Pass, located at about 5,530 meters above sea level. From the pass, enjoy stunning views and visit the sacred Gauri Kund lake. After crossing the pass, descend along a scenic trail until reaching Zuthulphuk for an overnight stay.

Day 10 Zuthulphuk to Darchen to Saga

After breakfast, complete the final part of the trek with a short walk to Chongdo, where vehicles will be waiting. Drive back to Darchen and continue the journey to Saga, enjoying the beautiful Tibetan landscapes along the way. Overnight stay in Saga.

Day 11 Drive from Saga to Kyirong

Begin the return journey by driving from Saga back to Kyirong. The route again passes through the vast Tibetan plateau, offering breathtaking views of mountains, rivers, and high-altitude scenery. Overnight stay in Kyirong.

Day 12 Drive from Kyirong to Kathmandu

After completing border formalities at Rasuwa Gadhi, re-enter Nepal and drive back to Kathmandu. The scenic journey through hills and valleys marks the completion of your overland pilgrimage adventure. Upon arrival in Kathmandu, check in to your hotel for the night.

Day 13 Depature from Kathmandu

After breakfast, transfer to Tribhuvan International Airport for your onward journey. As your tour concludes, take with you unforgettable memories of the sacred Mount Kailash pilgrimage and the incredible landscapes of the Himalayas.