Overview
The spiritual journey to the Abode of Lord Shiva, Kailash Mansarovar, can now be done at the lowest cost. Mount Kailash, also known as Kailash Parvat, is considered to be the ultimate destination for spiritual seekers from around the world. Similarly, Lake Manasarovar is the final destination for those seeking purity and pilgrimage.
Located in the Tibetan mountain region, Mount Kailash and Lake Manasarovar are both renowned for their natural beauty and tranquility. The lake, which is 88-km in circumference, is called the “Lake of Consciousness” due to its name, “Manas” meaning mind and “Sarovar” meaning holy lake. It is particularly fascinating during the full moon day. This sacred place is revered by different religions including Hinduism, Buddhism, Tibetan, the pre-Buddhist animistic religion and the Jain religion. Taking a bath in the lake is believed to purify all sins committed in life.
At an elevation of 22,022 ft, Mount Kailash is a symbol of pristine beauty and peacefulness, while Lake Manasarovar, located at 14,954 ft, is breathtaking and gives one the feeling of being one with Shiva. The best time to visit Mount Kailash is from May to September.
Vedrahasya will take you on a journey to Mount Kailash and design an itinerary to fit your budget and schedule. Don’t miss the opportunity to visit Mount Kailash, Lake Manasarovar, Raksas Tal, Khojarnath, Atmaa Lingam, Astapad, and Nandi Parbat with us.
Itinerary
Your Arrival Time Our office representative will meet and greet you at Lucknow airport and
drive you toward Nepalgunj which takes around 4 hours. And your flight should reach Lucknow
before 2 PM.
At. 06:00 PM: We will meet for a trip briefing about your tour program. If you are arriving late
(after 4 PM) then we will have a briefing next morning. You can ask all your related questions
during the trip briefing meeting.
Note: The visa application procedure is to be completed in Delhi beforehand. We will ask you for the necessary documents to apply for the visa.
Meal: Dinner Included.
Hotel: Soaltee Westend Premier or Similar (5 Star).
At. 08:00 AM: Early morning after breakfast, our vehicle will pick you up from the hotel to
Nepalgunj airport to catch the flight to Simikot. The flight time is about 1 hour. Simikot (2971m)
is the district headquarters of Humla, a mountain district of Nepal. At Simikot you will walk up
to your hotel. Once you reach there, you will spend the rest of the day there to acclimatize; and if
you have a little more time, you will do a short hike around Simikot.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included.
Hotel: Local Guest House.
Altitude : 2971 m.
At. 08:00 AM: After breakfast, you will walk to Simikot airport and take a helicopter to Hilsa. It takes 20 minutes of flight time to reach Hilsa. You will see the scenic view of green hills and snow-capped mountains along with the deep river gorge of River Karnali from the helicopter. Once you reach Hilsa, after a 30 minute walk from there, you will reach the immigration office and complete your immigration procedures. Our vehicle will be waiting for us on the Tibet side. Then, a 30 minute drive from the border will take you to Taklakot/Purang (3880 m).
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included.
Hotel: Local 3 Star Hotel (Available Best).
Distance covered : 26 KM, Altitude : 3880 m.
This day is designed for rest and acclimatization to adjust to the high altitude, ensuring you are physically prepared for the upcoming trek. Taklakot also known as Purang town at an altitude of 3880 m serves as a great acclimatizing point in this yatra for you. Enjoy a warm breakfast and you can take a leisurely stroll around the Taklakot market. After lunch, you can also walk around nearby areas to familiarize your body with the altitude.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included.
Hotel: Local 3 Star Hotel (Available Best).
Altitude : 3880 m.
At. 07:00 AM: After breakfast, you’ll drive from Taklakot to the sacred Lake Mansarovar (4650
m), covering approximately 70 KM through the breathtaking Tibetan landscapes. In about 30-45
minutes of ride, you slowly approach Lake Mansarovar, where you will also notice Rakshas Taal
on the other side. Upon arrival, marvel at the pristine blue waters of the lake, revered across
multiple spiritual traditions, with the majestic Mount Kailash in the backdrop. Overnight at a
local guest house.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included.
Hotel: Local Guest House.
Distance covered: 110 KM, Altitude: 4650 m.
At. 07:00 AM: Today you can perform Puja/ Havan at the shore of Lake Manasarovar. After breakfast, drive through Darchen to get to Yama Dwara. Darchen, which is 35 KM from Mansarovar, takes around 1 and a half hours to drive. After reaching Darchen, you will further drive towards Yamadwar (Tarboche) which is the starting point of Kailash Parikrama. Passing through the gate of Yamadwar is believed to remove your evil deed from the book of judgment, and you will get a place in heaven.
Your stop today will be at Derapuk, which is about a 10-12 KM trek from Yamadwar. You will walk along the beautiful rocky cliffs and waterfalls with some clouds in the clear blue sky, which makes you feel the omnipotence of Lord Shiva with tons of blessings. As you walk on, time and again, the north face of Kailash Parbat will keep appearing. Once you reach there you can rest your bags and relax. Overnight at the guest house at Derapuk.
Note: If you are not doing Parikrama, then you will be waiting at Darchen till the group returns from Parikrama, with arrangements for accommodation and meals.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included.
Hotel: Local Guest House (we don’t have any choice here).
Distance covered: 35 KM, Altitude: 4700 m
At. 07:00 AM: After breakfast, we trek to the east face of Dolma La Pass (5,600 m) and then descend gradually to Zuthulpuk (4800 m). By late afternoon, you will arrive in Zuthulpuk- the cave of miracles. The great ascetic Milerappa is supposed to have performed miracles here. Overnight at the guest house in Zuthulpuk.
Meals: Breakfast, Packed Lunch and Dinner Included.
Hotel: Local Guest House (we don’t have any choice here).
Distance covered: 22 KM, Altitude: 5600 m
After early morning breakfast, you will walk 3 hours to catch the vehicle which will take you to the Nepal border. Our staff will prepare lunch in Darchen (on the way to Hilsa). After lunch, you will continue to drive to the Nepal border. We will make immigration procedures to exit Tibet and do a short walk to Hilsa on the Nepal side. If you reach early and are able to catch a helicopter, you will fly down to Simikot otherwise you will need to stay in Hilsa
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included.
Hotel: Local Guest House
Hilsa Altitude : 3640M
If you stayed in Hilsa the previous day then you have to take an early morning Heli flight to Simikot. Instantly you will catch another flight to Nepalgunj. Our representative will pick you from Nepalgunj airport and take you to the hotel in Nepalgunj, where you will have lunch and take a rest . At. 4:00 PM: Later in the evening, you can go for an exploration around the local markets, or enjoy the in-house facilities of the hotel and later come back for dinner.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included.
Hotel: Soaltee Westend Premier or Similar (5 Star).
Our vehicle will take you to the Lucknow airport nearly 2 hours before your scheduled flight. The time taken from Nepalgunj to the airport is around 4 hours. So you’ll need to get ready 6 hours ahead of your flight time. 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. If anyone would like to go to Muktinath then the itinerary will be added as per the route
Includes/Excludes
Inclusions
- 1. All necessary airport transfers in Kathmandu.
- 2. A full day pilgrimage sightseeing tour in Kathmandu.
- 3. Kathmandu to Tibet border (Kyirong) and back to Kathmandu transfers by private 4WD
- jeep.
- 4. Private transportation in Tibet by luxury A/C coach. (from Kyirong to Kyirong)
- 5. A support truck to carry kitchen equipment and baggage.
- 6. All (3 nights) accommodations in Kathmandu (3 star) on twin/double sharing basis.
- 7. Best available hotel or guest house accommodation in the Tibetan side.
- 8. All meals (Pure Vegetarian) are included as mentioned in the itinerary.
- 9. Our Nepali team leader and supporting team. (Cooks, Helpers and Sherpas)
- 10. An English speaking Tibetan guide.
- 11. All necessary travel and trekking permits as per our itinerary.
- 12. Permit fee of Nepali guide and supporting Kitchen team. (Cooks, Helpers and Sherpas)
- 13. Oxygen cylinders for emergency use and well equipped medical kit bags.
- 14. One duffle bag, one backpack and one down jacket as a gift from our company.
- 15. Kailash yatra completion certificate. (at the end in Kathmandu)
- 16. All applicable taxes and service charges.
Exclusions
- 1. Personal expenses.
- 2. Cost for extra/additional night accommodation in Kathmandu.
- 3. Food and transport in case of any delay due to weather or unforeseen reason.
- 4. If pilgrims want to leave the group early from the Tibet side for non – disease reasons then USD 100 per person per day has to be paid as penalty to the Tibet side – T.A.R. Foreign Exchange Center (FEC). (Visa splitting charge, accommodation, transportation
- charges will be extra)
- 5. Pony/Horse or Porter hire cost ( Approx 3500 to 4000 Yuan) during the Kailash Parikrama.
- 6. Emergency evacuation cost. (If needed)
- 7. Travel insurance and expenses of personal nature etc. (highly recommended)
- 8. Any international flight tickets.
- 9. Service that isn't mentioned above.
For internal flights, transportation, food, and accommodations, you should bring cash in the form of Indian currency and US dollars, as Nepal widely accepts these forms of payment. However, in China, only Yuan will be accepted. It is recommended to plan your trip and expenses with your tour coordinator to avoid any unexpected monetary needs.
Yes, solo travelers are welcome to join our Kailash Manasarovar Yatra. Our groups are designed to provide a supportive and social environment for all participants.
No, you are not permitted to leave the group unless it is for a severe medical emergency.
To stay connected with your loved ones, it is recommended to purchase a Chinese Sim card from a local shop. This will be the only option for communication as Darchen is the last network zone before entering the Kailash Parikrama for the next 3 days.
Our team will provide Oxygen cylinders in case of emergency, but many pilgrims choose to bring their own Portable Oxygen Cylinder for added safety.
Yes, it is essential to purchase proper travel insurance when traveling to remote areas. This will cover charges for local ambulance, emergency evacuation by helicopter, and all medical bills.