Kailash Mansarovar Yatra by Road from Kathmandu – 14 Days
14-day / 13-night overland Kailash Mansarovar pilgrimage from Kathmandu via Syabrubesi/Kyirong, Saga, Lake Mansarovar, Darchen and the Mount Kailash parikrama.
This 14-day / 13-night overland pilgrimage begins in Kathmandu and gradually moves through Nepal into Tibet via the Kyirong border route. The extended road itinerary allows staged acclimatization before reaching Lake Mansarovar, Darchen and the Mount Kailash parikrama circuit.
The spiritual core of the journey includes time at Lake Mansarovar and the three-day Kailash parikrama via Dirapuk, Dolma La and Zuthulpuk, subject to health, weather, permit and local operating conditions.
International Permit & High-Altitude Conditions
Tibet Travel Permit, Chinese group visa/entry formalities and other approvals are mandatory. The route reaches extreme altitude and requires medical fitness, gradual acclimatization and strict adherence to guide instructions. Border rules and operating procedures can change.
Tour Highlights
What Makes This Yatra Special
✓ Kathmandu temples✓ Kyirong border route✓ Saga plateau✓ Lake Mansarovar✓ Darchen✓ Dirapuk✓ Dolma La✓ Zuthulpuk✓ Mount Kailash parikrama
Itinerary
A Sacred Progression
Day 1Arrival in Kathmandu
Meet at the agreed pickup point in Kathmandu. Check your travel documents with the coordinator and begin the first leg of the itinerary. The final pickup time is shared before departure.
Day 2Kathmandu Temple Darshan
The focus today is the scheduled darshan. Start according to the local briefing, carry your warm layers and keep the visit within the permitted timings. Visibility and access remain dependent on conditions.
Day 3Kathmandu to Kyirong
Continue along the planned route, with breaks and local stops coordinated by the team. Settle into the scheduled overnight halt and prepare for the following day.
Day 4Kyirong to Cross Border to Gyirong County
Continue along the planned route, with breaks and local stops coordinated by the team. Settle into the scheduled overnight halt and prepare for the following day.
Day 5Gyirong County — Acclimatisation
A slower day is built into the programme. Rest, attend the team briefing and complete the required checks before the next stage of the journey.
Day 6Gyirong to Saga (via Brahmaputra River
Continue along the planned route, with breaks and local stops coordinated by the team. Settle into the scheduled overnight halt and prepare for the following day.
Day 7Saga to Lake Mansarovar
Continue along the planned route, with breaks and local stops coordinated by the team. Settle into the scheduled overnight halt and prepare for the following day.
Day 8Mansarovar Parikrama to Holy Dip to Drive to Darchen
Follow the agreed walking stage with the group and support team. Pace, rest stops and access are reviewed locally; any optional services must be confirmed in your booking.
Day 9Darchen to Derapuk — Parikrama Day 1
Follow the agreed walking stage with the group and support team. Pace, rest stops and access are reviewed locally; any optional services must be confirmed in your booking.
Day 10Derapuk to Dolma La to Zuthulpuk — Parikrama Day 2
Follow the agreed walking stage with the group and support team. Pace, rest stops and access are reviewed locally; any optional services must be confirmed in your booking.
Day 11Zuthulpuk to Darchen to Saga — Parikrama Day 3
Follow the agreed walking stage with the group and support team. Pace, rest stops and access are reviewed locally; any optional services must be confirmed in your booking.
Day 12Saga to Gyirong County
Continue along the planned route, with breaks and local stops coordinated by the team. Settle into the scheduled overnight halt and prepare for the following day.
Day 13Gyirong County to Border to Kathmandu
Continue along the planned route, with breaks and local stops coordinated by the team. Settle into the scheduled overnight halt and prepare for the following day.
Day 14Kathmandu to Departure
Complete the return sector and finish at the agreed drop point. Keep onward travel flexible and allow a buffer for mountain-road or flight delays.
The sequence may change with weather, permits and local access. Confirm the final programme before booking.
Travel Months
Months & Availability
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Package Cost
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Final quotation depends on travel month, group size, room sharing, transport and selected services.
Yatra Essentials
Inclusions & Exclusions
Package Includes
Kathmandu airport transfers as per confirmed schedule
Kathmandu hotel stay and vegetarian meals as per final plan
Kathmandu sightseeing/temple visits as scheduled
Overland transfers to the Nepal–China border and through Tibet
Accommodation in hotels/guesthouses on sharing basis
Vegetarian meals as per confirmed itinerary
Tibet/China permit and group-visa processing assistance as applicable
Tibetan/local guide and support staff
Basic oxygen/first-aid support
Kailash parikrama logistics as per final operating plan
Package Excludes
International airfare to/from Kathmandu
Personal travel and medical insurance including high-altitude evacuation
Pony/porter/yak charges for personal use during parikrama unless booked separately
Personal expenses, tips, beverages and services not listed
Extra hotel/meal/transport cost due to border closure, weather, permit delay or force majeure
Any visa/permit surcharge not included in the final written quotation
Important Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the duration?
The overland programme is 14 days and 13 nights from Kathmandu.
Is a Tibet permit required?
Yes. Tibet Travel Permit and applicable China/group visa formalities are mandatory.
Is the Kailash parikrama included?
The itinerary includes the traditional three-day parikrama subject to health, weather and local operating conditions.
Is the price fixed?
This package is currently shown as price on request; the final quote depends on permit, transport and operating costs.
How difficult is the yatra?
It is a high-altitude international pilgrimage with challenging terrain and a demanding parikrama. Medical fitness and acclimatization are important.