Mt. Kailash Tour: A Spiritual Journey to the Center of the Universe In Tibetan dialects, Mt. Kailash means Khang Rimpoche, which refers to the precious jewel of snow. Mt. Kailash (6,714 m/22,028 ft) is a spectacular mountain of beauty and grace, with four great cardinal faces. The northern face is believed to be gold, western ruby, southern sapphire, and eastern crystal. This mountain is spiritually venerated and circled by thousands of pilgrims every year, but no one has ever attempted the climb.
The Mt. Kailash overland tour takes you to the spiritual center of the Hindu, Buddhist, Jain, and Bon religions. Hindus believe that Mount Kailash is the holy abode of Lord Shiva. Jain calls it the mountain Astapada and believes it is the place of Tishaba. Likewise, Bon calls it the mountain of Tise and believes it is the seat of Sipaimen, the Sky Goddess.
The Mt. Kailash Mansarovar Tour can be conducted via different routes in Nepal, Tibet, and India. The Kailash Mansarovar tour via Kerung is the most accessible travel route. It takes only 14 days to complete the tour. A trip to Mt. Kailash is an exhilarating travel experience into the remote and far-flung part of the windswept country. The Kailash Mansarovar Yatra package cost includes all the transportation, accommodation, guide, porter, and meal expenses during the tour.
This tour itinerary offers a diverse range of experiences that provide a deeper understanding of Nepalese culture, its people, and the country. Nepal is a paradise for adventure seekers and those seeking peaceful solitude. Asian Heritage Treks invites you to come and explore all that Nepal has to offer. If you have any specific requirements or preferences that you would like to discuss, please don’t hesitate to let us know. We are happy to tailor the itinerary to your needs.
Welcome to Kathmandu, Nepal! Upon your arrival, a representative from Asian Heritage Treks & Travel will greet you at the airport. You will then be promptly transported to your hotel. En route to the hotel, you will pass by notable landmarks, including the Pashupatinath Temple, an open cremation site, and the Narayanhiti Royal Palace Museum, as well as the Garden of Dreams, before arriving in Thamel. Your hotel is conveniently located in the heart of the downtown tourist hub. Our representative will assist you and go over your travel itinerary. You’ll also have ample time to explore the charming streets of Thamel.
Accommodation: an overnight stay at Yatri Suites & Spa or a similar hotel.
Explore Kathmandu’s cultural treasures on a guided tour in a private vehicle. Begin at Kathmandu Durbar Square, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, to admire intricate wood-carved temples and historic structures. Next, head to Swyambhunath, the Monkey Temple, where Buddhist and Hindu traditions peacefully coexist. Enjoy panoramic views of Kathmandu from this hilltop marvel.
Visit Pashupatinath Temple, a vital Hindu pilgrimage site in Southeast Asia. Witness the solemn body cremation ceremonies along the Bagmati River and continue to Guweyswori Temple nearby. Immerse yourself in the local neighborhood.
Next, explore Boudhanath Stupa, another UNESCO gem built in 600 AD, representing Buddhism. After sightseeing, take time to stroll around Boudhanath Stupa before returning to your hotel. This comprehensive journey offers a rich blend of history, spirituality, and culture in the heart of Kathmandu.
Accommodation: an overnight stay at Yatri Suites & Spa or a similar hotel.
After an early breakfast at the hotel in Kathmandu, drive to Syabrubesi, or Timure. Timure is a small town on the Nepal-China border. The drive will take around 8–9 hours by bus. On the way, we will have lunch at Trisuli, and by early evening, we will reach the border.
Accommodation: an overnight stay in a local lodge.
After breakfast, drive to the Nepal/China immigration center. After the immigration process, drive to Kerung by Chinese bus. It will take around 1.5 hours to reach Kerung. Kerung is a small town in Tibet with greenery.
Accommodation: an overnight stay in an available local lodge.
Today, we halt at Kerung for acclimatization. We make a small hike around Kerung village and explore the surrounding areas.
Accommodation: an overnight stay in an available local lodge.
Admiring the wonderful view of snowy peaks, we drive across Lalung La Pass (5,000m). The pass exhibits the best views of Gaurishankar, Shishapangma, and Langtang Himal. Crossing the holy river of Bhramaputra, we reach the village of Saga.
Accommodation: an overnight stay in an available local lodge.
Today is the most important day of the Mt. Kailash tour as we get a view of sacred Lake Mansarovar, an achievement of a lifetime. We perform religious rituals by taking a bath at the holy lake and exploring the surrounding areas.
Accommodation: an overnight stay in an available local lodge.
Today, we make a Kora of Mansarovar, which is also a religious act. It is also a great way to explore the beauty of the lake from different angles. Next, we drive towards the village of Darchen. Along the way, we will be able to get the darshan (view) of holy Mt. Kailash. Darchen was previously known as Lhara and is located right next to sacred Mt. Kailash.
Accommodation: an overnight stay in an available local lodge.
Most of Tibet completes Mt. Kailash Kora in a single day, but for foreigners, it usually takes three days. The Kora trek starts from the charm-free village of Darchen, passing mani walls and skirting the foot of Mt. Kailash. To the left of the Kora trail is the massif of the treeless Barkha Plain, which is dotted with white nomadic tents and herds of sheep and goats.
As we walk beyond the first prostration point, we get a glimpse of the tantalizing south face of Mt. Kailash. We walk across the famous Tarboche flagpole and reach the magical Lha Chu Valley. It is a flat glacial valley receding between the vast, sculpted red towers and huge scree slopes.
We reach our overnight destination (Dira-Puk) by mid-afternoon. Above it is the famous north face of the mountain, some 1,700 m of rock, ice, and snow.
Accommodation: an overnight stay in an available local lodge.
The second part of Mt. Kailash is quite strenuous through high valleys and Shiwa-Tsal Charnel Ground, where pilgrims leave a part of clothing or offer (part of hair, teeth, or blood) to represent their past lives to Dromla-La Pass (5,630m) dotted with prayer flags all over. You can enjoy the view of the stunning Gauri Kund just beneath the Dromla-La Pass.
Accommodation: an overnight stay in an available local lodge.
Today, we climb down steeply and walk along the turquoise-respected lake to reach the beautiful valley of Zutul Puk. Further, after walking through a level and plain route, we trek back to Darchen and drive via the same route as Saga.
Accommodation: an overnight stay in an available local lodge.
Today, we retrace the route we followed before to reach Kerung, the border between Nepal and Tibet.
Accommodation: an overnight stay in an available local lodge.
After completing the necessary immigration formalities, we drive back to Kathmandu via the Langtang National Park route. We drive back to our hotel and take a rest for refreshment.
Accommodation: an overnight stay at the Hotel Yatri Suites & Spa or a similar one.
Your trip will come to an end today. After breakfast, our representative will pick you up with a private van and drop you off at Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport approximately three hours before your scheduled flight back to your home or other destination.
Have a safe journey onward, and we look forward to welcoming you back in the future.
