Detailed Itinerary
Day 01: Kathmandu – Rasuwagadhi Border Cross– Kyirong (2800m)
Today the journey starts for Kailash starting in the morning after breakfast in the hotel, as we need get immigration formalities on time at the border and also we have a bit rough and tough way to get border on the hillside driving in Nepal side. Once we reached at the border our representative will help to pass through immigration both Nepal and China side. Then further further 60km drive to Kyirong will be commenced.
Accommodation: Hotel (Twin Bed Sharing)
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 02: In Kyirong - Rest Day for Acclimatization
Today we have one full day at Kyirong valley, We will visit Milarepa cave near by the town and we will stay one more day here for acclimatization to adjust your body to the elevation for comfortable journey toward Kailash.
Accommodation: Hotel (Twin Bed Sharing)
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 03: Drive from Kyirong – Saga (4640m)
Depart from Kyirong and drive through the beautiful Tibetan countryside. The road winds through green valleys and over high mountain passes. Enjoy breathtaking views of the Himalayas and the vast Tibetan plateau. Enjoy the drive with stops for picturesque spots along the way to Saga. Arrive in Saga, a bustling town that serves as a hub for travelers.
Accommodation: 3* Hotel (Twin Bed Sharing)
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 04: Drive from Saga – Paryang – Manasarover (4600m)
Today the road follows toward Mayumla pass (4900m) before reaching Manasarover Lake. You will be witnessed grazing Tibetan Yaks and Sheeps along the way. After arriving Manasarover Lake you will have short walk on the banks of Lake and explore Mount Kailash South Face.
Accommodation: Local Guest House (4 Beds Dormitory)
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 05: Visit Chiu Gompa / Manasarover Circumambulation / Drive to Darchen (4700m)
Morning we will visit Chiu monastery overlooking Mansarover. It is good place to have full view of entire Mansarover Lake too. Day time you be taken for Mansarover circumambulation which is 90km. The road is not paved but it is comfortable on the pleteau. The Mansarover circumambulation tour gives you a different kind of Kailash faces views. And evening we will drive to Darchen food of Kailash for the night stay.
Accommodation: 3* Hotel (Twin Bed Sharing)
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 06: Drive to Tarboche and Kailash Trek Day 01 – Diraphuk (4800m)
After breakfast today journey start from Darchen to start Kailash trek, We first drive around 12km to Tarboche, And then from Tarboche the walking on foot starts for 12 km toward Diraphuk. From Diraphuk the Kailash back face will be visible as a face to face.
Accommodation: local Guest-house (4 Beds/8 Beds Dormitory)
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 07: Kailash Trek Day 02 – Trek over Dolma La (5600m) to Dzutulphuk (4800m)
Today is the toughest day for all Kailash pilgrims. Dolma la stands at 5600m altitude. You will be started your hiking toward pass quite early around 4 AM in the morning in order to get success the pass on time and also today you have quite long way with up and steep down trail. After Dolma La pass the way follows steep down toward Khando Shanglam valley and then you will move forward toward Dzutulphuk for the night.
Accommodation: Guest-house (4 Beds/8 Beds Dormitory)
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 08: Kailash Trek Day 03 Ends– Drive from Darchen to Dzongba or Paryang (4300m)
After 2.5 hrs trekking from Dzutulphuk to Mani wall, You will be picked up from Mani wall by vehicle. After short rest and lunch at Darchen, We will drive following the same route toward New Dzongba or Paryang for the night halt.
Accommodation: Guest-house/Hotel (Twin Bed Sharing)
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 09: Drive from Dzongba/Paryang – Kyirong (2800m)
From Dzongba or Paryang the road follows same until Saga and Pelko lake. After that you the road will be separated toward border town Kyirong and it is 60km far to reach exact border location the Rasuwagadhi.
Accommodation: Hotel (Twin Bed Sharing)
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 10: Drive from Kyirong – Rasuwagadhi Border Cross – Kathmandu (1300m)
Today a short drive toward Border immigration point, From here all Tibetan guide and driver will say you good bye after immigration formalities. You will be checked in Nepal side and have visa for Nepal all will assist by our border representative, after lunch you will have drive toward Kathmandu. The road toward Kathmandu some portion is bumpy but overall it is good countryside road. As the road follows from Langtang national park you could explore local typical Nepalese villages and people along the way. After reaching Kathmandu, we transfer to hotel you booked in Kathmandu.
Accommodation: N/A
Meal: Breakfast & Lunch
# Trip Cost: (Private and Group Joining Trip)
1 Person Group Size Basis: USD 5040
2 Persons Group Size Basis: USD 3045 Per Person
3-4 Persons Group Size Basis: USD 2425 Per Person
5-6 Persons Group Size Basis: USD 2275 Per Person
Fixed Departure Dates and Schedules for 2025:
25th April to 4th May 2025
7th June to 16th June 2025
6th July to 15th July 2025
5th August to 14th August 2025
3rd September to 12th September 2025
3rd October to 12th October 2025
1st November to 10th November 2025
Note: The package can be redesigned or redeveloped as per your taste. For more information please e-mail us at snftnepal@yahoo.de
Important: In case of emergency during the trip, Helicopter will be arranged by Swiss Family Treks & Expedition (P) Ltd. The charges must be paid by the clients themselves.
