Kailash Mansarovar Yatra 2026 — Overland Ex Kathmandu

Day by day

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

1. 1
   Day 1

   Arrival in Kathmandu

   Arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport, meet the representative and transfer to the hotel. Rest, hydrate and prepare for the high-altitude pilgrimage ahead.

   ≈ Airport transfer driving Overnight Kathmandu Meals All meals
2. 2
   Day 2

   Kathmandu Temple Darshan & Yatra Briefing

   Morning darshan at Pashupatinath Temple, Guhyeshwari Shakti Peetha and Budanilkantha Temple. Attend a comprehensive afternoon briefing covering health precautions, packing, altitude behaviour, documentation and border procedures.

   ≈ Local sightseeing and briefing driving Overnight Kathmandu Meals All meals
3. 3
   Day 3

   Kathmandu — Syabrubesi / Timure

   Drive through Nepal's forested hills, river valleys and small settlements to Syabrubesi or Timure, the final overnight stop in Nepal before entering Tibet.

   ≈ 7-8 hrs driving Overnight Syabrubesi / Timure Meals All vegetarian meals
4. 4
   Day 4

   Syabrubesi / Timure — Rasuwagadhi Border — Kerung

   Proceed to the Rasuwagadhi border, complete Nepal and China immigration procedures, and enter Tibet. Continue by road to Kerung as the journey begins its gradual ascent.

   ≈ 4-5 hrs driving Overnight Kerung Meals All vegetarian meals
5. 5
   Day 5

   Kerung — Saga

   Travel across the vast Tibetan Plateau through wide valleys, barren hills and high-altitude landscapes. Short stops are planned to support gradual acclimatization.

   ≈ Overland drive across the Tibetan Plateau driving Overnight Saga Meals All vegetarian meals
6. 6
   Day 6

   Acclimatization Day in Saga

   Spend a dedicated acclimatization day in Saga at approximately 4,640 metres. Undertake only light walks, drink sufficient fluids, eat warm meals and rest in preparation for the higher-altitude stages.

   ≈ Rest day driving Overnight Saga Meals All vegetarian meals
7. 7
   Day 7

   Saga — Lake Mansarovar

   Drive to sacred Lake Mansarovar at approximately 4,590 metres. On arrival, experience views of the turquoise lake and distant Mount Kailash. Time is provided for prayer, quiet reflection and a holy dip, subject to weather and local conditions.

   ≈ Overland drive driving Overnight Lake Mansarovar Meals All vegetarian meals
8. 8
   Day 8

   Lake Mansarovar — Darchen

   Spend a calm morning beside Lake Mansarovar before driving to Darchen, situated at approximately 4,575 metres. Darchen serves as the base for the three-day Kailash Kora. Rest and prepare trekking equipment for the Parikrama.

   ≈ Short overland drive driving Overnight Darchen Meals All vegetarian meals
9. 9
   Day 9

   Kailash Kora Day 1 — Darchen to Dirapuk

   Begin the sacred Mount Kailash Parikrama with a trek through the western valley. The north face of Mount Kailash becomes increasingly visible while approaching Dirapuk. Overnight near the Dirapuk monastery area at approximately 4,900 metres.

   13 km ≈ 5-6 hrs driving Overnight Dirapuk Meals All vegetarian meals
10. 10
    Day 10

    Kailash Kora Day 2 — Dirapuk — Dolma-La Pass — Zuthulpuk

    Undertake the most difficult and sacred day of the Parikrama. Ascend to Dolma-La Pass at approximately 5,636 metres, the highest point of the Kora, and then descend past Gauri Kund towards Zuthulpuk. This demanding day requires strong fitness and careful attention to altitude symptoms.

    22 km ≈ 8-9 hrs driving Overnight Zuthulpuk Meals All vegetarian meals
11. 11
    Day 11

    Kailash Kora Day 3 — Zuthulpuk — Darchen — Saga

    Complete the final approximately 12-kilometre section of the Mount Kailash circumambulation. After reaching the endpoint and taking lunch at Darchen, continue by road to Saga. The three-day Kailash Parikrama is completed.

    12 km ≈ Approx. 12 km trek followed by overland drive driving Overnight Saga Meals All vegetarian meals
12. 12
    Day 12

    Saga — Kerung — Nepal Border — Kathmandu

    Drive back through Kerung, complete border and immigration formalities, enter Nepal and continue to Kathmandu for the final overnight stay.

    ≈ Full-day return drive and border crossing driving Overnight Kathmandu Meals All meals
13. 13
    Day 13

    Kathmandu Departure

    After breakfast and according to the flight schedule, transfer to Tribhuvan International Airport. The Kailash Mansarovar Yatra concludes.

    ≈ Airport transfer driving Meals Breakfast or meals according to departure timing

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