Kailash Mansarovar Yatra by Road

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Trip Information
  • Trip Duration 9 Days
  • Trip Grade Strenuous
  • Destination Nepal
  • Max. Altitude 4900m
  • Start/End Kathmandu/Kathmandu
  • Trip Type Drive
  • Accommodation Hotel and Lodge
  • Transport Bus/Van/Jeep
  • Best Season (March to September)

Kailash Mansarovar Yatra by Road - Group Joining Tour 2026

The Kailash Mansarovar Yatra by Road is more than a pilgrimage it’s a soul-stirring expedition through one of the most spiritually potent regions on Earth. Traveling across the Tibetan plateau by road offers a slow, meaningful ascent through sacred landscapes, revealing dramatic views and deepening the spiritual connection at every turn. Mount Kailash, standing in majestic isolation, is believed to be the cosmic axis the spiritual center of the universe and is venerated across Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, and Bon traditions. Nearby, the pristine waters of Lake Mansarovar shimmer with mythic significance, inviting pilgrims to perform sacred rituals and immerse themselves in its purifying embrace.

The journey culminates in the Kailash Parikrama, a deeply symbolic circumambulation of the mountain, where each step becomes a prayer and each breath a meditation. The route includes the formidable Dolma La Pass, a high-altitude crossing that tests endurance and devotion alike. Unlike faster aerial routes, the Yatra by Road offers a slower, more contemplative rhythm ideal for those who seek not just to arrive, but to absorb. This is a journey that transcends borders and beliefs, leaving pilgrims with not only memories, but a renewed sense of purpose and spiritual depth.

Major Highlights

  • Take a memorable road trip through the tranquil and gorgeous Tibetan plateau.
  • See the majestic Mount Kailash, which is honored by many spiritual traditions.
  • Visit Lake Mansarovar, a sacred lake where people pray and feel spiritually refreshed.
  • Walk around Mount Kailash, a unique excursion that combines spirituality with physical labor.
  • Climb Dolma La Pass, a high peak that challenges and promotes personal growth.
  • Travel slowly and deliberately, allowing the experience to sink in deeply.
Itinerary
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We're going to drive Kathmandu to Kerung Border early morning in tourist bus or coaster depending upon the number of people in group. It takes around 8 hours to reach Kerung Border depending upon the road condition. Overnight at Hotel Puntsok Rabsal.

    Early morning after breakfast you are heading toward Prayang. The gateway to Mount Kailash, Paryang lies at an elevation of around 4,700 meters. Overnight at Xixiabangma Hotel.

      Wake up early morning take your breakfast and drive to holy Mansarovar Lake. Once you reach. You can pay and do Kora(parikrama) of Mansarovar Lake using government vehicle because our vehicle will not allow to go for Kora (Parikrama). Overnight stay in Lake Manasarovar Guest House.

        Wake up early morning and take a dip in holy Lake Mansarovar and perform Puja (prayer ritual) at Mansarovar Lake. After completing the holy bath drive to Darchen the entrance of Holy Mt. Kailash. Overnight stay in Hotel Jingrui.

          Wake up early morning and take breakfast, After breakfast short drive to Yamadwar. The Kailash kora usually begins on the western edge of Darchen. It is a mild and moderate trek for the first day. The altitude rises slowly and there are some mild ups and downs, which is easy to handle. You'd better begin your trek in the early morning. You may hire a porter and yaks to carry your day packs. Overnight in Guesthouse.

            This is the most challenging part of the 3-day Kora as you will challenge the Drolma La Pass (5630m). and you need to take it extremely careful with the drastic ascent and descent during the trek. As a suggestion, do not stay at Dolma La Pass for too long, the thin air and strong wind might be harmful. After short time rest steep downhill and get to the banks of Lham-chu Khir river. We catch sight of the Holy Pond of ‘Gaurikunda’. We reach the village of Juthulpuk. On our way we can see famous cave of Juthulpuk, Zruthulpuk, also known as ‘the miracle cave’. We will also catch sight of the Buddha’s Footprints along the way. Overnight at Guesthouse.

              We will spend the morning tour nearby Milarepa cave's caves and temples. After breakfast, we will climb for three to four hours to finish our Kora and return to the Zutrulpuk settlement. We'll eat there for lunch before heading back to Saga. Hotel overnight stay.

                We will take a nice ride on paved Tibetan roads back to the settlement of Kerung, which is at the border between Nepal and Tibet. Stay overnight at Tibet site of Kerung, Today is our day off, so we may relax and spend the night at Hotel Puntsok Rabsal.

                  After completing the immigration procedures at the Nepal-Tibet border, It is also time to say good bye to our Tibetan team. We will drive back to Nepal’s capital Kathmandu.

                    What's Included
                    • Tibet Permits, Tibet Visas
                    • Special Kailash Mansarovar Permit
                    • Applicable Entrance Fees to above mentioned places
                    • All ground transportation in private vehicles
                    • Accommodation Twin sharing basis with attached bathroom accept Mansarovar, Dirapuk and Zuthulpuk (Dormitory rooms with common bathroom)
                    • Nepali Guide and Tibetan Guide in Tibet side and One
                    • Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
                    • Drinking Water (2 bottles per day)
                    • Sightseeing Lake Mansarovar, Holy Mount Kailash, Milarepa Cave, Drolma La Pass, Yamadwar, Gauri Kunda
                    • Salary, Food, Drinks, Accommodation, Transportation and Insurance for the Guide and Porter.
                    • Farewell dinner in typical Nepali Restaurant with cultural dance show
                    • All our government taxes, vat, official expenses & service charges
                    • Company Dawn jacket, sleeping bag & duffle bag If required (Refundable after finish trekking).

                    Breakfast

                    • Toasted Bread or corn flex with milk
                    • Potato boiled fried
                    • Fruits
                    • Nepali/Tibetian pickle
                    • Tea/Coffee
                    • Boiled Black chana

                    Lunch/Dinner

                    • Rice
                    • Daal
                    • Sabji (Green vegetables)
                    • Saag
                    • Salad/ Lemon
                    • 2 Bottle waters Every day
                    • Nepali pickle
                    What's not Included
                    • Personal Expenses
                    • Pony – Horseman (Yakman) – Helper
                    • International Airfare
                    • Insurance
                    • Emergency Circumstances
                    • Extra Nights
                    • Manasarovar Kora(parikrama) Vechel