Adi Kailash & Om Parvat Yatra Ex Kathgodam — 5 Nights & 6 Days

Day by day

Distances and drive times are the ones our own drivers record, not map estimates.

1. 1
   Day 1

   Kathgodam / Haldwani — Kainchi Dham — Jageshwar — Pithoragarh

   The pilgrimage begins early from Kathgodam or Haldwani, where the group meets the tour representative and boards the assigned mountain vehicle. After a short briefing regarding the route, weather, luggage and high-altitude precautions, begin the scenic drive into the Kumaon Himalayas. The first important halt is Kainchi Dham, the renowned Neem Karoli Baba Ashram surrounded by forested hills. Spend time at the temple…

   245 km ≈ 6-7 hrs driving Overnight Pithoragarh Meals Dinner
2. 2
   Day 2

   Pithoragarh — Dharchula — Permit Formalities — Nabi / Gunji

   After an early breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive towards Dharchula, the important border town located beside the Kali River. The road passes through deep valleys, terraced fields, mountain villages and sections overlooking the river that forms part of the India–Nepal border. On reaching Dharchula, complete the required Inner Line Permit verification and documentation formalities. Travellers must keep…

   170 km ≈ 7-8 hrs driving Overnight Nabi / Gunji Meals Breakfast & Dinner
3. 3
   Day 3

   Nabi / Gunji — Jyolingkong — Parvati Sarovar — Adi Kailash Darshan

   Wake up early and prepare for the most important day of the pilgrimage. After breakfast, carry only essential items such as water, dry fruits, personal medicines, rain protection, warm layers and identity documents. Travel by local mountain jeep towards Jyolingkong, situated at approximately 4,762 metres above sea level. The route offers views of high Himalayan terrain, glacial streams, rocky valleys and…

   25 km ≈ Approx. 25 km jeep journey plus 3-4 km trek one way driving Overnight Gunji / Nabi Meals Breakfast & Dinner
4. 4
   Day 4

   Nabi / Gunji — Om Parvat — Kalapani — Vyas Gufa — Dharchula

   After an early breakfast, depart by authorised local jeep towards the Om Parvat viewpoint. The sacred mountain is known for a natural snow formation resembling the symbol 'ॐ'. Clear darshan depends entirely on weather, snowfall, cloud cover and visibility, so the operating team may adjust the departure time to improve the chances of viewing the mountain. Proceed through the remote upper valley towards Kalapani…

   25 km ≈ Approx. 25 km one way plus approx. 85 km return journey driving Overnight Dharchula Meals Breakfast & Dinner
5. 5
   Day 5

   Dharchula — Kumaon Valleys — Patal Bhubaneswar

   After breakfast, check out from the Dharchula hotel and begin the journey towards Patal Bhubaneswar. The road passes through traditional Kumaoni settlements, forested ridges, river valleys and terraced agricultural landscapes. This day provides a gradual return from the restricted high-altitude region to the lower Kumaon hills. Comfort breaks and meal halts may be taken en route depending on road movement. On…

   165 km ≈ 7 hrs driving Overnight Patal Bhubaneswar Meals Breakfast & Dinner
6. 6
   Day 6

   Patal Bhubaneswar — Kathgodam / Lalkuan Departure

   After breakfast, check out from the hotel and begin the return drive towards Kathgodam or Lalkuan. Travel through scenic Kumaon valleys, pine-covered slopes, small hill towns and rural settlements. The return journey is long, and the departure train or onward transport should be booked with a sufficient buffer for mountain-road delays. Comfort and refreshment stops will be taken according to the group's progress and…

   190 km ≈ 8 hrs driving Meals Breakfast

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