This region is steeped in religion and mythology and every year hundreds of pilgrims traverse some of the remotest and toughest regions of the Himalayas to pay their obeisance to the Lord. It is a land where Lord Shiva lives with his consort Parvati. According to ancient religious texts,the abode of creator Brahma is called Brahmaloka,the abode of Lord Vishnu is called Vaikunta abd the abode of Lord Shiva is called Kailash.
Day 1: Arrive To Kathmandu.
Upon your arrival at the Kathmandu airport, our tour representative will meet you and assist you in smooth transfer to the hotel. Later, check-in at the hotel pre-decided for your stay. In the evening, take a leisurely stroll to explore the nearby areas of Kathmandu. Later, return back to the hotel for a lavish dinner and night stay.
Day 2: Kathmandu Local Sightseeing.
Early morning, after breakfast, proceed to visit the Pashupatinath & Boudhanath Temple, return back to the hotel for lunch. After lunch group will departure to Kodari.2500m – 130km (Nepal-China Border) by private tourist coach. Overnight stay at Guest house.
Day 3: Drive From Kodari To Nyalam (3700m) 35 Km / 2 Hrs.
Drive from Kodari to Nyalam (3700m) 35 Km / 2 hrs.Early mornings after breakfast at 8am Chinese border formalities and passes through.
Day 4: Nyalam (3700m).
On the 4th day, the day is free to relax and acclimatize to the high altitude conditions. In the evening, take a leisurely walk to explore the place for its mesmerizing and alluring beauty. Later, return back to the guesthouse for a sumptuous dinner and overnight stay.
Day 5: Drive To Dongba (4250m) 332km / 7-8 Hrs.
Post breakfast in the morning, get ready to start with the first longest driving day of the trip. While driving through the winding roads drive past beautiful lakes, Peku-Tso and Labug-La. In the afternoon, you will cross the Brahmaputra River before reaching Dongba. Dinner and overnight stay at the guest house.
Day 6: Dongba / Paryang (4500mts. - 335kms) To Mansarovar
After breakfast in the morning, take a road trip from Dongba to Mansarovar. Following a seven hour long drive, reach Mansarovar. Here you will attend the Pooja and Havan at the holy Mansarovar Lake. On your first day at Mansarovar Lake, stay in the well equipped tents located on the banks of the lake. Dinner will be served at the tents.
Day 7: Hawan At Manasarovar (4500m) And Drive To Darchen- 60km.
In the morning, the Tibet Tours staff will set up private bathing tent on the shores of Lake Manasarovar for the traditional sacred bath most pilgrims perform before circumambulating the holy mountain. We then perform puja and hawan on the banks. After lunch, one hour drive to Darchen.
Day 8: Drive To Darboche (8 Km) Trek To Diraphuk (4800m)-12km
The day 8 is the first day of Kailash Parikrama. Post breakfast, you will start your journey. Today the travelers will be required to walk for about 6 to7 hours continuously. After driving to Yumdwari, our journey starts. Overnight stay at Diraphuk in tent.
Day 9: Trek Over The Dolma La Pass- 5650m To Zutulphuk Gompa (4790m) -22km- 9-10hrs
On the 9th day of the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra, you will be required to cross Dolma-La Pass. The erratic weather conditions in Doma-La Pass and at any time snowstorm can fall. Therefore, it is advisable to start your journey as early as possible. On the way, you can have Darshan at Gaurikund but it is very difficult to go and touch. Stay overnight in tent at Zuthulphuk.
Day 10: Zhulthulphuk To Paryang
In the morning, after enjoying the Darshan of the east face of Kailash, enjoy a trek to Kuber Kund, the famous Lake. Later, enjoy trekking trip to Zhulthul Park. Upon reaching Zhulthul park, trek down to reach Darchen and drive towards Mansarovar. Take a dip in the spiritual water from the Mansarovar Lake which is kept in every home and used in various religious practices. In the latter half of the day, trek back to Kathmandu following the same route. Upon arrival in Paryang, enter into our guesthouse for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 11: Paryang To Nyalam
In the morning, after breakfast, take a road trip to reach Nyalam. This will be your last day in the Tibet part. Upon arrival in Nyalam, stay at one of our listed accommodation options. Dinner and overnight stay is scheduled at the guesthouse.
Day 12: Nyalam To Kathmandu
Post breakfast in the morning; move out to fulfill the custom formalities. After completing the custom formalities, get into the car and drive back to Kathmandu. The journey is a 5 hour long drive to reach Kathmandu. Upon arrival in Kathmandu, we will celebrate our successful trip with a banquet for all yatris (pilgrims). check in at the hotel for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 13: Departure
In the morning, after breakfast, check out of the hotel and drive towards airport to board flight for your onward journey.