Embark on a life-changing spiritual journey to the holy Mount Kailash and sacred Lake Mansarovar, the most revered pilgrimage sites for Hindu, Buddhist, Jain, and Bon devotees. This 12 Nights / 13 Days Kailash Mansarovar Yatra by Road is designed for those who wish to complete the sacred Parikrama (circumambulation) of Mount Kailash and take a holy dip in Lake Mansarovar — believed to wash away a lifetime of sins.
Travel overland through the beautiful Himalayan landscapes of Nepal and Tibet, crossing remote valleys, high mountain passes, and ancient pilgrimage routes. The journey begins and ends in Kathmandu, with guided sightseeing of Pashupatinath Temple and other sacred sites, followed by an adventurous drive to the Nepal–Tibet border, Kerung, Saga, Mansarovar, and Darchen — the base for the Kailash Parikrama.
With full support including experienced guides, Indian vegetarian meals, transport, basic first aid, and local Sherpa and yak services during the trek, this carefully crafted yatra ensures maximum safety, comfort, and spiritual fulfillment.
Optional Extension: Complete your pilgrimage with an optional add-on visit to Muktinath Temple, one of Nepal’s most sacred Vishnu shrines, for extra blessings after the Kailash Yatra.
Join us on this once-in-a-lifetime spiritual adventure and receive the divine blessings of Lord Shiva at the ultimate abode of peace — Mount Kailash.
Arrival in Kathmandu
Arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu OR Kathmandu Bus Station.
Meet our representative at the arrival point.
Transfer to hotel in Kathmandu city.
Rest and acclimatize.
Evening: Short briefing about the trip.
Overnight stay at hotel in Kathmandu.
Breakfast at hotel.
Half-day sightseeing covering:
Pashupatinath Temple: Sacred Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva.
Boudhanath Stupa: One of the largest stupas in South Asia.
Jal Narayan Temple (Sleeping Vishnu) (optional, time permitting).
After sightseeing, free time for last-minute shopping for warm clothes, medicines & essentials.
Final briefing for Kailash Yatra.
Overnight stay at hotel in Kathmandu.
Breakfast at hotel.
Drive from Kathmandu to Timure (near Rasuwa Gadhi border post).
Distance: approx. 165 km | Duration: 7–8 hours drive.
Enroute: Scenic drive through hills, rivers & villages.
Complete exit formalities on Nepal side.
Overnight stay at guesthouse in Timure or nearby.
Breakfast at guesthouse.
After border formalities at Rasuwagadhi, cross into Tibet (China).
Drive to Kerung (Gyirong).
Distance: ~40 km | Altitude: 3,700 m.
Rest day for acclimatization to higher altitude.
Light walking recommended to adjust body to high elevation.
Overnight stay at guesthouse in Kerung.
Breakfast at guesthouse.
Drive to Saga.
Distance: approx. 180 km | Duration: 4–5 hours | Altitude: 4,450 m.
Cross beautiful Tibetan landscape: high passes, rivers & snow peaks.
Pass through Brahmaputra River valley.
Overnight stay at hotel/guesthouse in Saga.
Breakfast at guesthouse.
Drive from Saga to Lake Mansarovar — the sacred freshwater lake.
Distance: approx. 280 km | Duration: 6–7 hours | Altitude: 4,500 m.
Enroute enjoy views of Gaurishankar, Shishapangma, and other Himalayan peaks.
First glimpse of Mount Kailash and Holy Mansarovar Lake.
Perform Holy Bath & Puja at Lake Mansarovar (if time/weather permits).
Overnight stay at guesthouse near Lake Mansarovar.
Morning: Optional rituals and Holy Dip in Lake Mansarovar.
After lunch, drive towards Darchen — base camp of Mount Kailash.
Distance: 46 km | Duration: 1.5–2 hours | Altitude: 4,600 m.
Prepare for Parikrama trek.
Final checks for warm clothes, trekking gear & pack lunch.
Overnight stay at guesthouse/hotel in Darchen.
Early breakfast.
Drive from Darchen to Yamdwar (Tarboche) – gateway for Kailash Parikrama.
Distance: 8 km by drive.
Start 1st day of Parikrama: Trek from Yamdwar to Deraphuk.
Trek Distance: approx. 12 km | Duration: 5–6 hrs | Altitude: 4,890 m.
Beautiful view of North Face of Mount Kailash.
Overnight stay at guesthouse/camp at Deraphuk.
Breakfast at Deraphuk.
Most challenging day of trek: Trek from Deraphuk to Zuthulphuk.
Trek Distance: approx. 22 km | Duration: 9–10 hrs | Highest Altitude: Dolma La Pass 5,630 m.
Cross Dolma La Pass (highest point of trek) & see Gauri Kund.
Steep ascent & descent, physically demanding — yak/horse (optional) for support.
Overnight stay at guesthouse/camp at Zuthulphuk.
After breakfast, trek from Zuthulphuk to trek endpoint (Chandu).
Trek Distance: approx. 8 km | Duration: 2–3 hrs.
End of Kailash Parikrama.
Board vehicle & drive back to Saga/Dongpa via Darchen.
Drive Duration: approx. 6 hours.
Overnight stay at guesthouse/hotel in Saga or Dongpa.
Breakfast at guesthouse.
Drive back to Kerung.
Distance: approx. 180 km | Duration: 5–6 hours | Altitude: 3,700 m.
Rest day for gradual acclimatization back to lower altitude.
Overnight stay at guesthouse in Kerung.
Breakfast at guesthouse.
Drive to Nepal-China border. Complete exit & entry formalities.
Drive back to Kathmandu.
Distance: ~165 km | Duration: 7–8 hours.
Transfer to hotel.
Free time for shopping/rest.
Overnight stay at hotel in Kathmandu.
Breakfast at hotel.
Transfer to Kathmandu airport/bus station as per your onward travel plan.
Yatra ends with blessings of Lord Shiva & Mount Kailash.
Nights hotel stay in Kathmandu with vegetarian meals.
Best available guesthouses/lodges in Tibet (Kerung, Saga, Darchen, Deraphuk, Zuthulphuk).
All meals: pure Indian vegetarian breakfast, lunch & dinner daily (pack lunch during drives & Parikrama).
Kathmandu airport/bus station pick-up & drop-off.
Kathmandu city sightseeing tour with entry permits.
Tibet group visa & all necessary entry permits.
Kailash Parikrama permit & environmental fees.
Super luxury tourist coach for Nepal-Tibet travel.
Supporting truck for luggage & kitchen gear.
English & Hindi speaking Nepalese guide & Chinese Tibetan guide.
Experienced Nepalese Sherpa team for Parikrama support.
Yak & Yak man during Parikrama (for kitchen gear).
Pack lunch & hot meals prepared by experienced Indian cook.
First aid medical kit & portable oxygen cylinder.
Duffle bag, down jacket, day pack (provided as complimentary gifts).
Holy Lake Mansarovar Parikrama by vehicle.
Tips & porterage for personal luggage.
Personal expenses: laundry, phone calls, internet, extra snacks, cold drinks, bottled water, etc.
Rescue & emergency evacuation charges.
Hospital, medical & insurance expenses.
Travel insurance (mandatory, to be arranged by pilgrim).
Any extra cost due to flight delays, weather, or political disturbance.
International air tickets to/from Kathmandu.
Personal horse/pony or porter for Parikrama (if needed, paid directly).
Anything not mentioned under “Inclusions”.
1.This boarding ticket without Rao Travels office stamp is invalid. This ticket will be
collected by the company at the time of boarding.
2. Balance Payment if any is to be paid at our booking office two days prior to the Journey
date & obtain receipt separately otherwise booking will be treated as cancelled and
advance amount will be forfeited.
3. Passengers are requested to keep punctuality. No refund will be made if the passengers
do not come in time at pick up point for what so ever reason.
4. Children above 3 years of age will be charged full fare. It is advised, children to take full seat for
long journey.
5. Purchase entrance tickets from the monuments directly.
6. Tourist will carry their luggage from vehicle parking lot to place of stay at their own responsibility.
7. The managementwill notbe responsible for any loss of article:
8. The company will not be responsible in any manner of any loss of articles in the vehicle or outside
during the tour.
9. The company will not be responsible in any manner of any delay or inconvenience cause to the
tourist during the, journey in case of breakdown of the vehicle, failure of AC or due to any
unforeseen reason which might be beyond the control of the management and &ldquoNO REFUND&rdquo will
be made through to tourists.
10. Passenger are requested to wait at the pickup point given, if the vehicle is late, still if the vehicle does not reach within twenty minutes, then please contact head office immediately for necessary action. Ph. No.: 46131313 / 26144545.
11. The Management reserves the right to make changes &lsquoen-route or omit' any place of visit if it becomes necessary.
12 The management holds the right to shift the tour from bus to cabs / mini cabs / mini bus for any unforeseen reason at any point of time without cancelling the tour FOR WHICH NO REFUND WILLBE MADE. SEATING CAPACITY OF A/C DELUXE, CAN BE ANY TYPE OF VEHICLE.
13. Tourists can make purchases from anywhere they like, the company is not responsible for any kind of purchases and does not recommend any particular shop.
14. Any suggestions / complaints about the tour / vehicle / guide / driver / helper staff may please be communicated to the management at raoraotravels.com or Ph. No. 46131313 / 26144949.
15. No seat numbers are allotted in same-day tours, passengers can seat on first come first serve basis, if seat numbers are not allotted.
16. Any cancellation will be accepted only in writing / e-mail / fax along with timings to be mentioned in letter.
17. Any refunds will be made through cheque only favouring the passengers name in ticket as mentioned.
If you Cancel your Holiday
ANY CANCELLATION WILL BE ACCEPTED ONLY IN WRITING / E-MAIL / FAX ALONG WITH TIMINGS TO BE MENTIONED IN LETTER.
CENCELLATION CHARGES ON TOTAL FARE APPLICABLE AS MENTIONED BELOW :
ONE TO THREE DAYS TOUR: MORE THAN THREE DAYS TOUR:
48 HRS. BEFORE DEPARTURE: -> 25% <- 7 DAYS BEFORE DEPARTUR
24 HRS. BEFORE DEPARTURE -> 50% <- LESS THAN 4 DAYS BEFORE DEPARTURE
LESS THAN 24 HRS. -> 100% <- LESS THAN 4 DAYS BEFORE DEPARTURE
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