Kailash Mansarovar

The journey

Described as one of the most comfortable and economical ways to undertake the sacred Kailash-Mansarovar Yatra. The overland journey begins in Kathmandu with a visit to Pashupatinath Temple and proceeds via the Nepal-Tibet border at Timure. The route continues through Kyrung, Saga and Paryang to Lake Mansarovar, followed by the Mount Kailash Parikrama (Darchen - Dirapuk - Zuthulpuk). The Yatra concludes in Kathmandu with final prayers at Pashupatinath.

• Pashupatinath, Boudhanath and Budhanilakanth pilgrimage sightseeing in Kathmandu.
• Overland journey through Nepal-Tibet border, Kyrung, Saga and Paryang.
• Holy bath, puja, hawan and tarpan at Lake Mansarovar.
• Chuigumpa hot spring en route to Darchen.
• Kailash Parikrama (~42 km over 3 days) crossing Dolma La, with Gauri Kund darshan weather permitting.
• Yatra Completion Certificate and blessings at Pashupatinath.

How high, day by day

The highest point reached each day, from the itinerary. Rest and drive days are shown between the known points.

Itinerary

1. Day 1

   19 May 2026 — Arrival at Kathmandu (1,350 m)

   Up to 1,350 m

   Arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport, meet and welcome by office representative, transfer to hotel. Overnight at hotel. (D)

2. Day 2

   20 May 2026 — Preparation day and pilgrimage sightseeing

   After breakfast, tour of Pashupatinath temple, Boudhanath stupa and Budhanilakanth temple. Return to hotel, lunch, yatra briefing and preparation. Overnight at hotel. (B/L/D)

3. Day 3

   21 May 2026 — Drive to Timure (1,550 m); 160 km / 8 hrs

   Up to 1,550 m

   Breakfast, drive to Timure, check in to hotel. Dinner and overnight. (B/L/D)

4. Day 4

   22 May 2026 — Drive to Kyrung (2,700 m); 35 km / 1 hr

   Up to 2,700 m

   After breakfast, complete Nepal-side immigration, walk approx. 15 minutes across the Nepal/China Friendship Bridge, complete China-side immigration, meet your Chinese guide and coach drivers, then 1 hour drive to Kyrung. Overnight at hotel. (B/L/D)

5. Day 5

   23 May 2026 — Drive to Saga (4,640 m); 105 km / 4-5 hrs

   Up to 4,640 m

   Scenic landscape, waterfall and the holy Brahmaputra river en route. Overnight at hotel. (B/L/D)

6. Day 6

   24 May 2026 — Full-day acclimatisation at Saga (4,640 m)

   Up to 4,640 m

   Walk around the town and enjoy the scenery to aid acclimatisation. (B/L/D)

7. Day 7

   25 May 2026 — Drive to Mansarovar (4,556 m); 480 km / 7-8 hrs

   Up to 4,556 m

   Holy bath, puja, hawan and Devtarpan (self). Freshly cooked meals served at the lake edge. Overnight at guesthouse. (B/L/D)

8. Day 8

   26 May 2026 — Drive to Darchen (4,664 m); 30 km / 1-1.5 hrs

   Up to 4,664 m

   En route, visit Chuigumpa and its hot spring. Overnight at hotel. (B/L/D)

9. Day 9

   27 May 2026 — Drive to Yamdwar and trek to Dirapuk (4,765 m)

   Up to 4,765 m

   With packed lunch, drive to Tarboche flagpole (first prostration point and sky burial ground). Meet porters/pony caretakers and trek to Dirapuk: 10 km / 5-6 hrs. Overnight at guesthouse. (B/L/D)

10. Day 10

    28 May 2026 — Holy trek to Zuthulpuk (4,700 m, via 5,585 m)

    Up to 5,585 m

    After breakfast cross Dolma La Pass (5,585 m), the highest point of the Parikrama. Overnight at camp/guesthouse. (B/L/D)

11. Day 11

    29 May 2026 — Last trek to Darchen and drive to Paryang

    Up to 4,664 m

    Parikrama ends near Darchen (4,664 m): 14 km / 3-4 hrs trek. Then drive to Paryang (250 km, 3 hrs, 4,464 m). Packed lunch on the way. Overnight at hotel. (B/L/D)

12. Day 12

    30 May 2026 — Drive from Paryang to Kyrung; 310 km / 6 hrs

    Up to 2,700 m

    Drive to Kyrung (2,700 m) and check in. (B/L/D)

13. Day 13

    31 May 2026 — Drive back to Kathmandu

    Breakfast, drive to the border (35 km / 30 mins). Complete China-side immigration, cross the bridge, complete Nepal-side immigration, then drive to Kathmandu (160 km / 7 hrs). Dinner and overnight in Kathmandu. (B/L/D)

14. Day 14

    1 June 2026 — Departure from Kathmandu

    (Printed as a second "Day 13 - 31 May" in the catalogue.) Breakfast, certificate distribution ceremony, then to Pashupatinath temple for blessings. Book the return flight after 2 pm.

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