Tour Details

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

After breakfast, embark on a sightseeing tour of Kathmandu’s प्रमुख religious landmarks, including the sacred Pashupatinath Temple, Guheshwori Devi Temple, the magnificent Bouddhanath Stupa, and the revered Budhanilkantha Temple. The afternoon is free for you to relax and make preparations for the upcoming journey. In the evening, attend a tour briefing at the hotel meeting hall, where you will receive important travel information and the distribution of down jackets. Overnight stay in Kathmandu.

After an early breakfast, depart at 7:00 AM for a scenic drive to Syabrubesi (1,600 metres / 145 km) or Timure (1,800 metres / 157 km). The journey takes approximately 6–7 hours to Syabrubesi or 7–8 hours to Timure, following the picturesque Trishuli River and winding through mountain roads, including a few off-road stretches near the border. Upon arrival, check in to your accommodation and relax for the evening. Overnight stay in Syabrubesi / Timure.

After breakfast, drive to Rasuwagadhi (1,950 metres), located approximately 15 km from Syabrubesi, a journey of around 45 minutes. Upon arrival, complete the immigration and customs formalities on both the Nepal and Tibet sides of the border. After the formalities, meet your Tibetan guide and driver before continuing the journey to Kyirong (2,900 metres). The drive covers approximately 35 km and takes about 1 hour. Upon arrival, check in to your hotel and relax. Overnight stay in Kyirong.

After breakfast, drive to Saga (4,400 metres), covering approximately 170 km in around 4 hours. En route, cross the scenic Kyirong High Pass and enjoy breathtaking views of the beautiful Peiku Tso Lake and the majestic Brahmaputra River. A hot packed lunch will be provided during the journey. Upon arrival in Saga, check in to your hotel and relax. Overnight stay in Saga.

After breakfast, embark on a scenic drive from Saga to Chiu Gompa (4,600 metres), covering approximately 510 km in around 9 hours. En route, cross the breathtaking Mayum-La High Pass and enjoy spectacular views while driving along the sacred Lake Manasarovar. A hot packed lunch will be provided during the journey. Upon arrival at Chiu Gompa, check in to your accommodation and relax amidst the serene surroundings. Overnight stay in Chiu Gompa.

In the morning, you will have the opportunity to take a holy bath and perform puja at the sacred Lake Manasarovar, one of the most revered pilgrimage sites in the Himalayas. After lunch, drive to Darchen (4,700 metres), covering approximately 40 km in about 1 hour. Upon arrival, spend some time strolling through the local market for acclimatization and shopping for essential items required for the Kailash Kora or souvenirs. Overnight stay in Darchen.

After breakfast, collect your packed lunch and drive to Yama Dwar (approximately 8 km / 30 minutes), the traditional starting point of the sacred Kailash Kora. From here, enjoy a close view of the majestic south face of Mount Kailash before beginning the trek to Diraphuk (4,950 metres), covering approximately 14 km in 5–6 hours. Pilgrims not participating in the Kailash Kora will remain at the hotel in Darchen. Upon arrival at Diraphuk, check in to your accommodation and rest for the night. Overnight stay in Diraphuk.

Wake up early for the opportunity to witness the breathtaking Golden Kailash, as the first rays of the sun illuminate the sacred peak on a clear day. After an early breakfast, begin the challenging trek from Diraphuk to Zuthulphuk (4,850 metres), covering approximately 22 km in 9–10 hours. En route, cross the highest point of the Kailash Kora, the Dolma La Pass (5,600 metres), and visit the sacred Gauri Kunda, a revered pilgrimage site. Upon arrival at Zuthulphuk, check in to your accommodation and rest after the day’s trek. Overnight stay in Zuthulphuk.

After an early morning trek of approximately 8 km (1.5 hours) to the point near Darchen, drive back to Darchen for breakfast and reunite with the rest of the group. Collect your hot packed lunch before continuing the journey by road to Dongba (4,400 metres), covering approximately 325 km in 6 hours, or further to Saga (4,400 metres), covering approximately 490 km in 8 hours, depending on the travel schedule. Upon arrival, check in to your accommodation and relax after the day’s journey. Overnight stay in Dongba or Saga.

After breakfast, continue your return journey by road to Kyirong Town. The drive covers approximately 335 km in 6 hours from Dongba or 170 km in 4 hours from Saga, passing through the scenic landscapes of the Tibetan Plateau. Upon arrival in Kyirong, check in to your hotel and spend the remainder of the day at leisure, relaxing after the journey. Overnight stay in Kyirong.

After breakfast, drive back to Kathmandu (approximately 195 km / 8 hours) via the Rasuwagadhi border. Complete the required immigration and customs formalities before re-entering Nepal and continue your scenic drive to Kathmandu. Upon arrival, check in to your hotel and relax after the memorable pilgrimage journey. Overnight stay in Kathmandu.

After breakfast, you will be transferred to the airport for your onward flight home. As your memorable journey comes to an end, depart with cherished memories of the sacred pilgrimage and breathtaking landscapes. We wish you a safe and pleasant journey.