Tour Details

Upon arrival in Kathmandu (1,300 metres), you will be warmly welcomed by our representative with a traditional Rudrakshya mala at the airport and transferred to your hotel. After check-in, spend the rest of the day at leisure, relaxing and acclimatising to the new surroundings in preparation for the journey ahead. Overnight stay in Kathmandu.

After breakfast, embark on a sightseeing tour of Kathmandu, visiting the sacred Pashupatinath Temple and the revered Budhanilkantha Temple. Later in the afternoon, board a scenic 1-hour flight to Nepalgunj (165 metres). Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel and complete the check-in formalities. In the evening, attend a brief orientation program conducted by your tour manager, providing important information about the upcoming journey. Overnight stay in Nepalgunj.

Begin the day with an early morning 1-hour flight to Simikot (2,950 metres), where you will complete the necessary immigration formalities. From Simikot, take a scenic 15-minute helicopter flight to Hilsa. After a short 10-minute walk across the border, continue with a 1-hour drive to Taklakot (3,800 metres), where you will complete immigration and customs formalities on the China side. Upon arrival, check in to your accommodation and rest for the day. Overnight stay in Taklakot.

Today is reserved for acclimatization in Taklakot (Purang), allowing you to adjust to the high-altitude surroundings. You may take a gentle walk around the local market, where you can purchase essential items required for the Kailash Kora or explore the area for souvenirs. Spend the day relaxing and preparing for the upcoming pilgrimage journey. Overnight stay in Taklakot.

After breakfast, embark on a scenic 2-hour drive from Purang to Lake Manasarovar (Chiu Gompa) at 4,560 metres. Upon arrival, undertake the sacred Lake Manasarovar Parikrama, covering approximately 3 hours, including a holy bath and puja at Chiugompa near the revered lake. Spend time soaking in the spiritual atmosphere and breathtaking Himalayan surroundings. Overnight stay in a guesthouse near Lake Manasarovar.

After breakfast and collecting your packed lunch, drive to Yama Dwar via Darchen (approximately 50 km / 1.5 hours). After receiving the darshan of the majestic south face of Mount Kailash, begin the sacred trek to Diraphuk (4,950 metres), covering approximately 14 km in 5–6 hours. Guests not participating in the Kailash Kora will remain at the hotel in Darchen. Upon arrival at Diraphuk, check in to your guesthouse and rest after the day’s trek. Overnight stay in a guesthouse at Diraphuk.

Wake up early in the morning for the opportunity to witness the spectacular Golden Kailash as the first rays of sunlight illuminate the sacred Mount Kailash, weather permitting. After an early breakfast, begin the challenging trek from Diraphuk to Zuthulphuk (4,850 metres), covering approximately 22 km in 9–10 hours. The journey takes you across the highest point of the Kailash Kora, the Dolma La High Pass (5,600 metres), and includes a visit to the sacred Gauri Kunda. Upon arrival at Zuthulphuk, check in to your guesthouse and rest after the day’s spiritual journey. Overnight stay in a guesthouse at Zuthulphuk.

Complete the final stretch of the trek near Darchen (approximately 8 km / 1.5 hours) and drive to Taklakot to complete the required immigration formalities. After completing the procedures, proceed towards Hilsa (approximately 1 hour). If weather and operational conditions permit, take a helicopter flight to Simikot for an overnight stay. In case of any helicopter restrictions, you may need to stay overnight in Hilsa.

Depending on helicopter availability, some passengers may also have the option to fly onward to Nepalgunj to make the following day’s flight arrangements more convenient for the remaining group members. Overnight stay at Potala Guesthouse or similar in Hilsa / Simikot.

Early in the morning, you will take a flight to Nepalgunj and check in to your hotel. If flight seats are available, we will arrange your onward flight to Kathmandu; otherwise, the Kathmandu flight will be scheduled for the following day. Spend the rest of the day at leisure in Nepalgunj. Overnight stay at Hotel Kalptaru or similar in Nepalgunj.

After breakfast in the morning, take a flight back to Kathmandu. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel, complete check-in formalities, and refresh. The rest of the day is free for leisure, shopping, or relaxing at your own pace. Overnight stay at Hotel Ramada Wyndham or similar in Kathmandu.

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before being transferred to the airport for your return flight home. With wonderful memories of your spiritual journey and Himalayan adventure, your tour concludes here. We wish you a safe and pleasant journey ahead.