Kailash Mansarovar Tour 11N 12D Itinerary

The journey to Kailash and Mansarovar 11N 12D from Nepal takes us to one of the stunning places situated at the northwest of Nepal in Tibetan Plateau. Starting off the tour on a road trip from Kathmandu will initially take us to the Nepal-Tibet (China) border- Kyirong/Kerung/Gyirong, crossing the border at 3750m and after 3-night layovers, we reach the most revered holy place Lake Mansarovar (4560m). Taking a dip/bathe, worshipping (puja) and circumambulating this majestic holy lake are the main purpose of the travelers here, besides snapping the vistas.

The next part of the tour is a Kora (circumambulation) of Mt. Kailash (6638m), which will start from Tarboche (Yama-Dwar/ Yama-Sthal), a further westward drive from Darchen. It takes 3 days to complete Kora with 5-6 hours walk a day, where the trail takes us as high as 5,800m- the stunning Dolma La Pass. The trek ends after descending to the Barga plain at a pickup point from where we take a ride back to Lake Mansarovar for a rest. Next day is a return and we follow the same route of arrival while heading back to Kathmandu with a few night halts en route. This Kailash Mansarovar Tour is easy and suits everyone, while some might find it moderate/hard due to Kora of Mt. Kailash. However, one can always skip the Kora part and drive up to Darchen or Tarboche for proximity view of beautiful Mt. Kailash and return to stay at Lake Mansarovar enjoying the place.

  • Day 1 Arrival in Kathmandu (1,300m/4,264ft)

    The first day is the day you arrive at the Land of The Himalayas-Nepal. You will be landing at Tribhuwan International Airport, Kathmandu. We cordially welcome you at the airport and transfer you to our hotel in Kathmandu. After your hotel check-in formalities, you can get refreshed and get some rest to overcome the tiresome long-haul flight, perhaps!

    In the evening, a short briefing session will be held to familiarize you all about your upcoming trips.

    Overnight stay at hotel in Kathmandu.

    • Meals: None
    • Accommodation: Hotel
    • Place: Kathmandu
    • Altitude: 1400m
  • Day 2 Kathmandu (1,300m) – Kerung (2,800m) 165km, 7-8 hours’ drive.

    After breakfast at around 7:00 am, the journey will begin with a drive from Kathmandu to Rasuwagadi, the Nepal-Tibet (China) border. The immigration and customs formalities to cross the border will be taken care of by our staff. After completion, the journey continues towards Kerung. Upon arrival, check-in at the hotel and get refreshed.

    Overnight at the hotel in Kerung.

    • Meals: Breakfast
    • Accommodation: Hotel
    • Place: Kerung
    • Altitude: 2,800m
  • Day 3 Kerung (2800m) Acclimatization day.

    Breakfast at the hotel. Today we will take a rest to acclimatize to the altitude and the environment of Kerung to get rid of the high-altitude sickness. We will have a brief hike in the area as well.

    Overnight at the hotel in Kerung.

    • Meals: Breakfast
    • Accommodation: Hotel
    • Place: Kyirong
    • Altitude: 2,800m
  • Day 4 Kerung – Saga (4,600m) 160km, 5-6 hours’ drive.

    Breakfast at the hotel. Today we will continue our journey. But our trip will be towards Saga at first. We will take a scenic drive through Ghantula pass (5226m) and beautiful Brahmaputra River. Upon arrival at Saga, check-in at the hotel and get refreshed.

    Overnight at the hotel in Saga.

    • Meals: Breakfast
    • Accommodation: Hotel
    • Place: Saga
    • Altitude: 4600m
  • Day 5 Saga – Mansarovar (4550m) 466km, 7-8 hours’ drive.

    Breakfast at the hotel. The day has come to reach Mansarovar today. After breakfast at the hotel, we continue our drive through Dongpa Mahim La Pass and get the opportunity of the first sight of Holy Mt. Kailash and Mansarovar, the breathtaking vistas of the range. Arrive at Lake Mansarovar, check-in at the guest house. Leisure in the evening can be spent beside the beautiful lake.

    Overnight at the guest house in Mansarovar.

    • Meals: Breakfast
    • Accommodation: Hotel
    • Place: Mansarovar
    • Altitude: 4550m
  • Day 6 Explore Lake Manasarover then drive to Darchen (4,660m) 53km.

    Perform a morning Puja (worshipping) and take a holy bath/dip into the lake. Kora (circumambulation) of the Lake Mansarovar. Have breakfast and drive towards Mt. Kailash. But first, we will have an overnight layover at Darchen (4660m), also known as the base camp of Mt. Kailash. Here we will do our final preparation for the trek to circumambulate the holy Mt. Kailash.

    Overnight at the guest house in Darchen.

    • Meals: Breakfast
    • Accommodation: Hotel
    • Place: Darchen
    • Altitude: 4,660m
  • Day 7 Drive to Yama Dwar / Tarboche (7km, 30mins). Trek from Tarboche – Dira Phuk (4,900m) 18km, 5-6 hours.

    After breakfast, we will continue our short drive from Darchen towards the trekking start point called Yama Dwar or Yama Sthal, the gateway to the holy Mt. Kailash. “Tarboche” is the same place but called by the Tibetans. Our vehicle will drop us at the Tarboche, from where we need to indulge in the circumambulation of the Lord Shiva’s heavenly abode- Mt. Kailash.

    All the porters, guides,  travelers will finally gather here along with their yaks (whoever has requested) and have a final check on the gears and everything required during the trek. This is going to be a three-days trek. Today is the first day and we will hike through the stunning hills and waterfalls, under the blue sky facing the breathtaking view of Mt. Kailash, to reach Dira Phuk (4900m). Upon arrival, we will rest at the guest house. Lunch will be served en route and Dinner at the guest house.

    Overnight at the guest house in Dira Phuk.

    • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    • Accommodation: Guest house
    • Place: Dira Phuk
    • Altitude: 4,900m
  • Day 8 Trek from Dira Phuk – Zutul Phuk (4,750m) 20km.

    Breakfast at the guest house early. Before sunrise, we will continue our journey. This is the toughest day for the trek through the rocky-mountains with a steep ascend and descend. The route passes through the highest pass Dolma La pass at 5260m after 4 hours trek, and the descent begins along the Gauri Kunda en route. 1-2 hours of rapid descent brings us to the base of Kunda where the flat land begins. With another 2 hours of comfort walk, we will reach Zutul Phuk (4750m). Upon arrival, we will take our rest at the guest house. Lunch en route.

    Dinner and overnight stay at the guest house in Zuthul Phuk.

    • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    • Accommodation: Guest house
    • Place: Zuthul Phuk
    • Altitude: 4750m
  • Day 9 Trek Zutul Phuk – Finish point. Drive Finish point – Mansarovar - Saga (4500m), 479km, 7-8 hours’ drive.

    After breakfast, we will continue our last day of the trek with a comfortable walk for 2 hours, around 10km to reach the ending point of the trek and where our vehicle will be waiting for us. Reaching the place, our trek ends and we will grab our vehicle and continue to drive towards Lake Mansarovar to pick up our friends who didn’t join the Kora of Mt. Kailash and stay at Mansarovar. After pick up, we then return and continue our drive to Saga. Upon arrival, check-in at the hotel and rest.

    Overnight at the hotel in Saga.

    • Meals: Breakfast
    • Accommodation: Hotel
    • Place: Saga
    • Altitude: 4500m
  • Day 10 Drive from Saga to Kerung (2900m), 160km, 4-5 hours’ drive.

    Breakfast at the hotel. Our return drive continues along the scenic road towards Kerung. After 4-5 hours of drive, we reach Kerung and check-in at the hotel and some rest and refresh.

    Overnight stay at the hotel in Kerung.

    • Meals: Breakfast
    • Accommodation: Hotel
    • Place: Kerung
    • Altitude: 2900m
  • Day 11 Drive from Kerung to Kathmandu (1400m). 189km, 7-8 hours’ drive.

    Breakfast at the hotel. Drive towards the border Rasuwagadhi. Complete the immigration and custom clearance formalities and cross the border heading towards Nepal, where another transportation will be waiting for us for the final journey to Kathmandu. Arrive at Kathmandu in the evening and check-in at the hotel.

    Overnight at the hotel in Kathmandu.

    • Meals: Breakfast
    • Accommodation: Hotel
    • Place: Kathmandu
    • Altitude: 1400m
  • Day 12 Return Departure

    Breakfast at the hotel. Depending upon your departure schedule you will be picked up from the hotel and transferred to the International Airport in Kathmandu. We bid a farewell for your next journey and thankfulness for being with us.

    Thank you!

    • Meals: Breakfast
    • Accommodation: NA
    • Place: NA
    • Altitude: NA
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