Mount Kailash Tour

Key Points

Start At

Kathmandu

Duration

10 Days

Accommodation

Budget hotels / guesthouses (twin-sharing basis)

Max. Altitude

5,200 m

Meals

Breakfast only

Best Season

may-june

End At

Kathmandu

Trip Overview

Country: Tibet / Mount Kailash (China)
Trip Start From: Kathmandu
Trip End In: Kathmandu
Duration: 10 Days (Drive-in / Drive-out)
Highest Point: Dolma La Pass (5,630 m)
Group Size: Small group departures (minimum group size applies)
Departure: Every month (fixed departures)
Transportation: Private van or bus (as per group size

Highlights

Visa fee is extra (varies by nationality).

Visa processing requires 4 working days (excluding Saturday and Sunday).

Please ensure your passport and required documents are provided on time for permit/visa procedures.

Itinerary Details :

Day 01: Kathmandu – Nyalam (approx. 3,750 m)

  • Early morning drive from Kathmandu toward the border, passing through typical Nepali rural landscapes. After completing immigration and customs formalities, continue uphill to Nyalam, a border town on the Tibetan side.
    Overnight in Nyalam (hotel or similar).

Day 02: Nyalam (Acclimatization Day)

  • Rest day in Nyalam for acclimatization. Light walks and hydration are recommended to adjust to the altitude.
    Overnight in Nyalam.

Day 03: Nyalam – Saga (approx. 4,600 m)

  • Drive across high passes including Lalung La (approx. 5,200 m). Enjoy the turquoise waters of Peiku Tso Lake and spectacular views of Mt. Shishapangma (8,027 m) in the backdrop. Continue through broad river valleys and traditional Tibetan villages before arriving in Saga.
    Overnight in Saga (hotel/guesthouse).

Day 04: Saga – Lake Manasarovar (approx. 5,200 m)

  • A long but rewarding drive deeper into western Tibet. You’ll pass wide valleys, grazing herds of yaks and sheep, rocky peaks, and sand-dune landscapes that reflect Tibet’s arid beauty. As you approach Lake Manasarovar, Chiu Monastery becomes visible on the northwest shore. In clear weather, you may glimpse Mount Kailash in the distance.
    Overnight near Manasarovar (guesthouse).

Day 05: Lake Manasarovar – Darchen (approx. 4,560 m)

  • Explore the sacred lake and its shoreline. Manasarovar is famed for its turquoise water and spiritual significance. Later, drive to Darchen, the gateway town for the Kailash Kora (approximately 1 hour).
    Overnight in Darchen / nearby guesthouse.

Day 06: Darchen – Dirapuk (approx. 4,900 m)

  • After breakfast, begin the Kailash Kora. Meet yak/porter support (if arranged) and trek through meadows and streams along the valley route. The north face of Mount Kailash gradually comes into view. Reach Dirapuk Monastery, a powerful viewpoint for Kailash’s northern wall.
    Overnight at Dirapuk (guesthouse/camp depending on availability).

Day 07: Dirapuk – Zutulpuk (approx. 4,790 m)

  • Today is the most challenging day of the pilgrimage. Trek toward Dolma La Pass (5,630 m), the highest point of the journey, with prayer flags lining the summit. Pass Thukpe Dzingbu / Gauri Kund (Lake of Compassion) and descend into the valley toward Zutulpuk, known for its monastery and meditation caves.
    Overnight at Zutulpuk (guesthouse/camp depending on availability).

Day 08: Zutulpuk – Darchen – Saga

  • Complete the final section of the Kora back to Darchen. After finishing the pilgrimage circuit, drive onward toward Saga.
    Overnight in Saga (hotel/guesthouse).

Day 09: Saga – Nyalam

  • Drive back toward Nyalam, retracing the scenic Himalayan and plateau landscapes. Enjoy final views of wide plains, river valleys, and distant snow peaks.
    Overnight in Nyalam (hotel/guesthouse).

Day 10: Nyalam – Kathmandu

  • After breakfast, drive to the border and complete exit/entry formalities. Our Nepali team will receive the group on the Nepal side and transfer you back to your hotel in Kathmandu.
    Tour service ends in Kathmandu.

Package Include

  • Transportation by private van or bus (as per group size)
  • Accommodation in twin-sharing budget hotels/guesthouses on BB (Breakfast) basis
  • Tibet Travel Permit and Mount Kailash permit
  • Monastery entrance fees (as per itinerary)
  • Sightseeing with an English-speaking Tibetan guide

Package Exclude

  • Nepal re-entry visa fees (if applicable)
  • Lunch and dinner
  • Sleeping bag and down jacket
  • Insurance of any kind
  • Personal expenses (laundry, drinks, tips, etc.)
  • Emergency evacuation costs

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