Kailash Mansarovar Yatra
Destinations Covered: Kathmandu - Yak Kharkha - Mayumla - Manasarovar - Darchen - Nyalam - Downhill
Yatra Duration: 16 Nights - 17 Days
Day 01: Arrival at Kathmandu
On your arrival in Kathmandu, our executives will receive you at the airport and will transfer you to the hotel.
Kathmandu, the capital and cultural center of Nepal, serves as the gateway for travelers descending on the country. Overnight stay will be at the hotel.
Day 02: Kathmandu
After breakfast, embark on a sightseeing tour of Kathmandu including the Durbar Square, Pashupatinath temple, Bodhnath stupa and the Royal Palace.
The Durbar Square offers a glimpse of the culture and history of Nepal.
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With a history going back to the 400 A.D, the Pashupatinath Temple is regarded the most sacred Shiva temple in the world. It is a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site. Located 7 km from Kathmandu, the massive Bodhnath stupa is the largest stupa in Nepal. Return to the hotel for overnight stay.
Day 03: Kathmandu/ Nyalam
Drive from Kathmandu to the small Tibetan town of Nyalam located at a height of 3750m. The journey of 150 km takes around 8-9 hours. This sleepy border town of Nepal boasts of lush verdant forests all around. Overnight stay at hotel in Nyalam.
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Day 04: Yak Kharkha
After breakfast proceed from Nyalam to Yak Kharkha located at a height of 4675 m.
It will take 8-9 hrs to cover the distance of 240 km. Overnight stay in camps.
Day 05: New Dongba
Drive from Yak Kharkha to New Dongba situated at an altitude of 4500m.
The 160 Km journey through mountainous terrain will take 6-7 hrs. Rest in camps for the night.
Day 06: Mayumla Phedi
In the morning drive from New Dongba to Mayumla Phedi located at a height of 4500m. |
The distance between the two places is 210 km. The journey is an exciting one with snow-capped mountains rising all around the landscape. Overnight stay in camps.
Day 07: Mansarovar
After the customary breakfast, drive from Mayumla Phedi to Manasarovar situated at a height of 4560m. Mansarovar is located 120 km from Mayumla Phedi. Rest for the night in the camp.
Day 08: Mansarovar - Darchen
Embark on a Mansarovar tour by Jeep. The itinerary will include the Chui Gompa.
After that drive to Darchen located at an altitude of 4560 m. Overnight stay at hotel/guest house in Darchen.
Day 09: Darchen - Dira Puk
In the morning drive to Darchen Traboche. It is the starting point of the Kailash Parikrama Yatra to be traversed on foot.
From here you will trek towards Dira Puk located 12 km away at an altitude of 4775 m. Overnight stay in camps.
Day 10: Dira Puk - Zuthul Puk
Start your trek early in the morning to Zuthul Puk located at a height of 4700m. |
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The 22km long trail passes through the Dolma La Pass (5650 m). During the 10-11 hr journey you will be treading on treacherous mountain path. Move to camps to retire for the night.
Day 11: Zuthul Puk - Manasarovar Lake (Hor Qu)
After breakfast begin the 14 km trek to the lake Mansarovar at Hor Qu. Geographically the lake falls in the Tibet region of China. The Mansarovar Lake and Mount Kailash are sacred pilgrimages for thousands of Hindu devotees who take the famous Mansarovar yatra. Mount Kailash is regarded the abode of Lord Shiva. Pilgrims bathe in the lake waters to purge themselves of the sins. The yatra ends here.
Day 12: Manasarovar Lake - Mayumla
Bid adieu to the idyllic surroundings and drive from Hor Qu to Mayumla Phedi. The 120 km journey should take 6-7 hrs. Overnight stay in Camp.
Day 13: Mayumla - New Dongba
Drive from Mayumla Phedi to New Dongba. You will cover the 210 km route in 7-8 Hrs. Retire to camp for overnight stay.
Day 14: New Dongba - Yak Kharka
After breakfast leave New Dongba for Yak Kharka (4675m). You will need 5-6 hr to travel the 160 km journey. Overnight stay in Camp.
Day 15: Nyalam
Drive from Yak Kharka to Nyalam (3750m) located 240 km away. You will journey for 6-7 Hrs. Overnight in Camp.
Day 16: Nyalam - Kathmandu
In the morning drive downhill to capital Kathmandu. The 150 km journey will take 8-9 hrs. Stay at the hotel for the night.
Day 17: Kathmandu
Transfer to airport for your onward journey.
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