Mt Kailash Mansarovar Yatra Ex Lucknow

A representative from Kantipur Holidays will meet us in Lucknow and we will get ready for our drive to Nepalgunj. Upon reaching Nepalgunj, we will get transferred to our designated hotel. You will meet your tour guides and other fellow travelers.

In the evening we will host you a welcome dinner in a typical Nepalese restaurant.

Accommodation: Hotel (Cygnett Krishna)

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Driving Duration: 3 to 4 hours

Activities : Sightseeing

From Nepalgunj, we take a domestic flight to Simikot. Simikot is a small town situated in the northwestern part of Nepal, close to the border with Tibet. Once we reach Simikot, we will take a chartered helicopter flight to Hilsa. The helicopter flight offers stunning views of the Himalayan mountains. We will go through immigration and cross the border to Tibet. From there we take a private vehicle to Taklakot, situated in the Ngari region of Tibet, which serves as the base for travelers visiting Mt. Kailash and Lake Mana Sarovar.

Accommodation: Hotel (Hotel Himalayan)

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Flight Duration: 50 minutes

Heli Flight Duration: 20 minutes

Driving Duration: 1 hour

Activities : Sightseeing

The journey from Taklakot to Lake Manasarovar offers breathtaking views of the Himalayan Mountain range, including Mount Kailash, which is considered a sacred mountain by Hindus, Buddhists, and Jains. The surrounding landscape is dotted with snow-capped peaks, vast plains, and meandering rivers. Travelers can expect to witness some of the most awe-inspiring natural beauty in the world. It is important to plan and prepare carefully for this journey, including acclimatizing properly to the high altitude and taking necessary precautions to ensure a safe and enjoyable trip.

Upon reaching at Manasarovar, we check into a hotel and explore the lake area. We also perform various cleansing rituals like havan and holy baths.

Accommodation: Local Lodge

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Driving Duration: 3 to 4 hours

Activities : Mountaineering

The journey from Lake Manasarovar to Darchen is a unique and spiritual experience that offers travelers stunning views of the Himalayan Mountain range and the opportunity to explore the cultural and religious significance of the area. The route goes through scenic landscapes, high-altitude passes, and rugged terrain. Darchen is considered the starting point for Mount Kailash circumambulation, a pilgrimage that is of great significance to Hindus, Buddhists, and Jains. Once we reach Darchen, we check into our hotel.

Accommodation: Hotel (Hotel Himalaya)

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Driving Duration: 1 to 2 hours

Activities : Mountaineering , Sightseeing

Today after breakfast, our parikrama to Kailash starts. We take the clockwise route. The journey involves a six-hour hike through a deep valley with red rock walls, which creates a beautiful and awe-inspiring atmosphere. Along the way, you will cross a bridge leading to Chhuku Gompa, a monastery located high on a hill, before arriving at Dirapuk. From Dirapuk, you will have a breathtaking view of the north face of Mount Kailash. You will spend the night at Dirapuk before continuing your journey the next day.

Accommodation: Local Lodge

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Trekking Duration: 5 to 6 hours

Activities : Mountaineering

It appears that today will be the most challenging part of your journey. We will climb to the Drolma-la Pass, located at an altitude of 5,750m/19,910ft. The pass is named after Tara, a female Bodhisattva in Tibetan Buddhism, and is adorned with colorful prayer flags. After reaching the pass, you will descend towards Zuthulpuk, where you will see the beautiful Thugje Zinbu, also known as the Lake of Compassion, as well as some ancient meditation caves. You will spend the night at Zuthulpuk before continuing your journey the next day.

Accommodation: Local Lodge

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Trekking Duration: 7 to 8 hours

Activities : Mountaineering

After completing the holy parikrama of Mount Kailash at Darchen, we will gradually wind out of the valley towards Barka plain. From there, we will drive for two hours to Mansarovar Lake, which is considered a sacred site for both Hindus and Buddhists. In Hindu theology, Lake Mansarovar represents purity, and those who drink its water are believed to be transported to the abode of Lord Shiva after death. Buddhists also associate the lake with the legendary Anavatapta Lake, where Queen Maya is said to have conceived Buddha. The religious significance of the lake adds to the spiritual aura of your journey. From Manasarovar, we will start our drive toward Taklakot where we stay overnight.

Accommodation: Hotel (Hotel Himalayan)

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Trekking Duration: 3 to 4 hours

Driving Duration: 5 to 6 hours

Activities : Mountaineering

Early in the morning after breakfast, we say goodbye to the beautiful land of Tibet and drive toward the Nepal border at Hilsa. As soon as we reach there, we take the helicopter flight to Simikot. From Simikot, we take the domestic flight to Nepalgunj admiring the stunning Himalayan range for one last time. Once we reach Nepalgunj, we celebrate our successful completion of the Mt. Kailash tour.

Accommodation: Hotel (Cygnett Krishna)

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Flight Duration: 50 minutes

Heli Flight Duration: 20 minutes

Driving Duration: 1 hour

Activities : Mountaineering

Today marks the end of your Mt. Kailash adventure! You can spend your time exchanging email addresses with your travel companions and sorting through your photos. A representative from Kantipur Holidays will accompany you to the airport or train station in Lucknow. As you travel back home, you'll have ample time to plan your next exciting trip to Nepal.

Meals: Breakfast

Activities : Sightseeing