Trip Overview

Dare to awaken. Dare to believe. Dare to begin.

We welcome you aboard this sacred path to the centre of the world—Mount Kailash and Lake Manasarovar.

It’s heaven…or is it nirvana over there?

IT’S EVERYTHING

Fixed Departure Dates for 2025 A.D.:

MonthDate
June04 (Full Moon), 12, 19, 26
July03 (Full Moon), 10, 17, 24, 31
August02 (Full Moon), 07, 14, 21, 31 (Full Moon)
September11, 18, 25

Come with us on a transformative journey—one that mirrors the path of life itself. This is not just a tour; it is a pilgrimage of the soul, where myths meet mountains, and gods walk beside you. This is where heaven, nirvana, and inner peace are not just ideas, but experiences.

This sacred expedition is something you dare to do—because it calls on more than just your footsteps. It calls on your spirit, endurance, and belief. It is a journey of physical challenge, spiritual depth, and emotional awakening.

We are honored to be your companions on this sacred path, guiding you through one of the most spiritually powerful and visually stunning landscapes on Earth.

This is more than just travel. This is the ultimate adventure and pilgrimage—a journey that will challenge you, transform you, and stay with you forever.

Trip Duration

12 Nights | 13 Days

Trip Highlights

  • Spiritual Beginning in Kathmandu
  • Scenic Overland Journey into Tibet by Luxury Coach
  • Majestic Mount Kailash – The Abode of Lord Shiva
  • Sacred Waters of Lake Manasarovar
  • Kora – The Holy Circumambulation of Kailash
  • A Journey of Faith, Endurance & Inner Awakening
  • All permits and Visas
  • Vegetarian food throughout the trip
  • Private and Group joining flexibility
  • small groups batch
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Our Hospitable Airport Representative will receive the Guests from TIA (Tribhuvan International Airport), Check in hotel, welcome drinks and refreshment. At evening visit Thamel tourist area.
Dinner and Overnight stay at the hotel in Kathmandu. (D)

After Breakfast, Whilst you proceed for sightseeing with our expert guide; we will be getting everything ready for the trip of tommorow;
Today’s Sightseeing at Pashupatinath, Bouddhanath, Budhanilkantha (Sleeping Vishnu) and Kathmandu Durbar Square:
Dinner and Overnight stay at the hotel in Kathmandu. (BLD)

After breakfast, drive to Dhunche (127 km/6 hrs), Syabrubesi (141 km/7 hrs), or Timure (152 km/8 hrs). Stop for lunch at Trishuli Bazar, then continue your journey. Enjoy the scenic views of villages, mountains, and the Trishuli River along the way

Dinner and Overnight stay at Syabrubesi. (BLD)

After breakfast, drive to Rasuwagadhi or walk to the border from Timure. Complete the immigration process on the Nepal side at Rasuwagadhi. Our Tibetan guide will meet us at the China immigration, where we’ll finish the formalities. (Lunch on the way).
Then, drive to Kyirong (1 hr/40 km).
Dinner and stay overnight at Kerung. (BLD)

After breakfast drive towards Saga (220 km/6hr). En route we will have the opportunity to go to Ganesh Parbat and Lake Peiku Tso then eventually cross the bridge built over River Brahmaputra (also called Yarlung Tsangpo in Chinese) in Saga. On the way we will have packed Lunch.
Dinner and Overnight Stay at Saga. (BLD)

Acclimatisation day in Saga. In this day we can explore this beautiful tiny city with short treks for preparation of Kailash yatra. Saga is the village where the renowned Saga Dawa festival is celebrated. Saga Dawa Festival is the most significant religious festival in Tibet. The Saga Dawa Festival is celebrated on 15th day of the fourth month in Tibetan calendar. The Saga Dawa Festival will be celebrated on 11 June 2025 in the solar calendar.

Dinner and stay overnight at Saga City. (BLD)

After breakfast, drive to the holy and beautiful Lake Mansarovar (4550m), 450 km from Taklakot (6-7 hours). On the way, stop briefly at Rakshas Tal to admire its beauty. Continue to Mansarovar, where we’ll rest, have lunch at the guesthouse, and prepare for the Mansarovar Kora by vehicle. This is a special day as we’ll catch our first glimpse of Mount Kailash and the sacred lake. Take a holy bath in the lake before staying
Dinner and Overnight stay at Mansarovar. (BLD)

Today you can perform Puja/Havan at the Shore of Lake Manasarovar. After Lunch we will drive to Darchen (35 km – 1hrs). You can stroll around the small market of Darchen town in the late afternoon. Today the rooms are basic and the bathroom is on common sharing.
Dinner and Overnight at Darchen. (BLD)

After breakfast, drive towards Yama Dwara. Yamadwar (Tarboche) is the starting point of Kailash Parikrama. Tarboche is also well known as an outer “Astha Path”. It is one of the exciting days walking along the beautiful rocky cliffs; waterfalls with some clouds in the clear blue sky which makes you feel that the Great God Shiva is everywhere with tons of blessings. We see Ganesh Parwat on its side. Time and again the north face of Kailash Parbat will keep on appearing. Overnight at the Guest house. If you are not doing Parikrama, then you will be waiting at Darchen till the group returns from Parikrama; our team will help you arrange accommodation and meals.
Dinner and Overnight stay at Deruphuk. (BLD)

The toughest yet the most rewarding day of the Yatra; Crossing the Dolma-la Pass; Today’s trek is of 22 kms; 8-9 hours walk.
After breakfast, we trek to the east face of Kuberkunda pass (5,636 m) also known as the dolma-la pass and then descending gradually to Zuthulphuk (4760m). Yamasthal should be crossed to reach the Shiva-sthal while your steps go towards the Kuberkunda pass with climbing ropes and other equipment. Once we reach the top we can see many spectacular views of the east face of Mt. Kailash and the origin of the Uma River which is not possible from other spots. From the top, we also can catch a close view of Nandi Hill, Astha Path and more. Then we descended towards Zuthulphuk passing moving rocks. By late afternoon we will arrive in Zuthulphuk- the cave of Miracles, the great ascetic Milerappa is supposed to have performed miracles here.
Diner and Overnight at Zuthulphuk. (BLD)

After early breakfast, we will be picked up at the ending point near Darchen by our vehicle and drive to Darchen where we will merge with the group who didn’t go for parikrama and then together drive to Saga.
Dinner and Overnight Stay at Saga. (BLD)

Early morning breakfast; and then start your journey to return back to Nepal via the same route.
Lunch at kyirong(220 km/ 5-6 hours of drive).; post lunch we proceed further to the border; and completing immigration formalities drive back to Kathmandu – around 5-6 hr/152 KM.
This is a long day drive; but it is worth it to finally get back to Kathmandu.
Dinner and Overnight stay at Kathmandu. (BLD)

Final departure, Nearly 2 hours before your scheduled flight, our company representative will take you to the airport. We assure you that you will get back to your home with the amazing holy experience of Kailash Manasarovar and Nepal. We hope you will enjoy the holy tour and are sure that you will be back for the next pilgrimage tour somewhere in the Himalayas again.

Services Included

• Arrival & departure transportation By private Vehicle
• Tour Guide
• Kailash working Team
• Sightseeing tour with guide.
• 03 night’s hotel at Kathmandu on twin sharing basis with all meals.
• Tibet side: all accommodation in Hotels & Guest House as per itinerary.
• Pure vegetarian meals (breakfast/ Lunch/ Dinner) providing by our counterpart by our staff.
• English and Chinese’s speaking Tour Guide
• English speaking Tibetan guide
• Basic first-aid kit. Oxygen cylinders in bus
• Kailash permit & normal Tibet/ China visa fee.
• Private Transportation required for land transfer in Tibet and Nepal .
• Kailash Parikarma entry fees and permits
• Manasarovar Entry Fees
• All required tax and services charges
• Langtang National Park Entry fees .
• Water ,sweets and fruits in Bus
• Down Jacket ,Duffel bag, Day Pack Bag ,Woolen caps .

Frequently Asked Questions

▪ Horse and horseman per day: 1000 Yuan (during kora/parikrama) ▪ Porter per day: 400 Yuan (during kora/parikrama) ▪ Jeep (daytime/nighttime): 500/800 Yuan (during kora/parikrama) ▪ Extra night at the hotel per room without food: 500 Yuan (during kora/parikrama) Note: The additional expenses incurred due to the delay, accidents, Natural disasters, and political action. • Horse, horseman, Jeep, and porter cost • Rescue or evacuation if needed, Tibet visa split charge • Travel insurance, drinks, laundry, internet/phone calls, and additional transportation cost • In case of the Traveller not going to Kailash Kora due to any reason and staying back in Darchen for those days, The food and accommodation will be on their own. • Incase the traveller not going to continue the trip for any reason and stay back in any place for those days, The food and accommodation on their own.

1. Advance of 25% of the total amount to be provided as token of confirmation. 2. 20 days prior to tour departure date, 100% of the total cost should reach Sarita Holidays Pvt. Ltd account by telex transfer (TT) with the copy of passport of client.

Valid passport for six month and more and passport size photographs copy(scan copy or send to contact person with 25% amount of the entire trip cost is required to be paid. while the rest of the payment should be done 20 days prior your arrival in Nepal before departure of your trip. Please do your planning carefully as per your budget and time. You need to make booking before 40 days of departure dates.

Prices quoted are subject to change as per the change in exchange rates, unavoidable circumstances like climatic change, flight cancellation, internal political situation etc. However there are no any hidden costs. Do mail us for best rates: info@saritaholidays.com

Please be advised that the Kailash Manasarovar Yatra for Indian passport holders has resumed after a five-year hiatus. Due to the anticipated surge in demand, itinerary adjustments may be necessary. The final itinerary will be shared after incorporating any required modifications.

Cancellation time and refund policy are as follow: All the cancelation and refund charges are based on the total cost of tour packages. 1. 75% refundable if cancel before 40 days. 2. 50% refundable if cancel before 20 days. 3. 10% refundable if cancel before 10 days. 3. 0% refundable less than a week.

All the travellers should have valid passport for six month and visa can be obtain from Nepalese embassy or consulate in India, however visa is stamp at the time of arrival in Airport. For yatra you get a group visa and we get entry in group as per size. While submitting passport for visa it’s not necessary to send your old passport.

Sometime due to the unavoidable circumstances like bad climate, political unrest, landslides, health illness, natural disasters which are beyond human control may occur, we will be happy to refer you for any alternative trip to suit you.

A fitness certificate from your doctor is required. Please consult your physician and inform us of any health conditions before undertaking the Kailash Yatra for your safety.

All travellers compulsory have their travel insurance to cover accidents, emergency rescue in case of unfavourable climatic condition.

Any complaints during the trip can be informed to your tour leader or guide immediately or at the office after completion of the trip. The management will try to look into the matter and take action accordingly.

We may collect the personal details and information for official uses. But the information provided by individual will not be shared or published without the individual consent. We respect the privacy of every individual

Luxury and good standard hotel are in the cities like Kathmandu, Nepalgunj, Pulang ,Darchen Lhasa and Shigatse, at other places like manasoravar lake and During Kora of kailash there are guest houses and lodges with basic facilities without any modern amenities.

All pure and freshly cooked vegetarian meals during entire trip of MT.Kailash with experienced Indian and continental cook and Sherpa’s from Nepal .Every Meal would be Buffet.

We have arrange all pure and freshly cooked Indian vegetarian meals whereas all the foods required are transferred from Nepal and fruits juice and vegetables are brought in local market. All our Team and staff will take care of you arrangement from wake up tea to the night bed .

All our trips are led by professional English-Hindi speaking trip leaders, distinct from regular tour guides. With over 30 years of experience, they’ve explored the Kailash region countless times and know it like their backyard. Each has personally guided hundreds of guests from around the world, bringing not just expertise, but their own inspiring life stories that enrich your journey. Our trip leaders are trustworthy, responsible, and fully committed to your comfort and safety. We believe in fair pay, so their salaries are included in the tour price, ensuring they focus solely on delivering the best experience, not on shopping commissions. Their goal is simple: to make your Kailash journey memorable, meaningful, and safe.

While traveling to high-altitude areas above 2,500 meters (9,200 feet), it's common for travelers to experience some form of altitude-related discomfort—regardless of age, gender, or fitness level. The effects vary from person to person, but there are proven ways to reduce the risk and adapt safely. Tips to Prevent Altitude Sickness: 1. Mental Preparation: Stay calm and positive. A relaxed mindset can help reduce symptoms. 2. Physical Fitness: Prepare your body beforehand with regular exercise to improve endurance and adaptability. 3. Rest Before Ascent: Get plenty of rest and sleep well the night before ascending to higher altitudes. 4. Take It Slow: On arrival, move slowly and give your body time to adjust. Avoid overexertion in the first few days. 5. Hydration is Key: Drink plenty of water to stay hydrated. Avoid alcohol and caffeine, as they can increase dehydration. Altitude sickness can affect anyone, but with the right mindset and simple precautions, you can minimize the impact and fully enjoy your journey.

Only US Dollars and Euros can be exchanged for Chinese Yuan (CNY) at banks in Tibet. Indian Rupees (INR) cannot be exchanged in Tibet, so it's best to convert INR to USD or CNY in India or Nepal before your journey. Please note that exchange rates fluctuate daily, and buying and selling rates may differ.

It is mandatory to purchase travel insurance that covers illness, emergency evacuation, accidents, trip cancellation, and medical treatment. Please note that such insurance is not available in Nepal.

Please note that apps like WhatsApp, Facebook, and Google services do not work in Tibet without a VPN. We strongly recommend that all travelers download and install multiple VPNs in advance, as one may not always function reliably. VPNs are essential for accessing most social media platforms in Tibet. Tibet has good mobile network coverage, so you can make calls from almost anywhere. Most hotels offer Wi-Fi, although availability may vary. To stay connected, you can purchase a Chinese SIM card, typically costing around 200 Yuan.

While driving, the inside of the vehicle will be warm, but it will be windy and cold outside. Mornings and evenings will generally be chilly, even inside the hotel, so warm clothing is essential. We recommend bringing the following clothing and accessories with you. Footwear 1. Good well worn-in walking shoes. 2. Warm comfortable trekking boots. Clothing 1. Wool shirts 2. Cotton shirts 3. Regular underwear 4. Thermal underwear 5. Culottes/trousers for women 6. Trousers/shorts for men 7. Wind and rain gear with hood 8. Wool hat/mittens/gloves 9. Other hats 10. Wool and cotton socks 11. Sweaters 12. Lined zip jacket/down jacket with hood 13. Track suit 14. Sleeping clothes Accessories 1. Personal first-aid 2. Toilet Kit 3. Flash light/torch with extra batteries 4. Sun glasses 5. Water bottle 6. Swim suit (for use before and after Tibet trip) 7. Note book, pens, pencils 8. Plastic bags for reading material, film, cameras etc 9. Dust mask, silk scarves for use against dust 10. Sun block cream and lip salve, sanitizer

- Passport (with photocopies)  - Travel Insurance (with photocopies)  - Airline Tickets (with photocopies)  - Some recent two inch colorized photo - RMB Cash  - Credit or debit card