Mount Kailash Tour by Overland

Kailash Overland Tour via Kerung takes you to the holy land of Mt. Kailash through the newly opened Nepal-Tibet border of Rasuwagadhi-Kerung. The team of Touch Kailash Travels & Tours will embark on a journey to take you to worship and hike around the sacred land of Mt. Kaila

The Kailash overland tour is a spiritual journey and a bucket list for devotees from all over the globe. This Yatra leads you to the holy territory of Mt Kailash through the recently opened Nepal-Tibet border of Rasuwagadhi-Kerung. This route takes you on a pilgrimage to Mt. Kailash to pray and stroll around the sacred region.

The tour will amaze you as it takes you through the spectacular natural beauty of Tibet, fascinating culture, and breathtaking vistas. The excursion entails driving across the high mountain pass, lodging in isolated locations, and passing by the spanning rivers. But the benefits are tremendous.

As an alternative route to Mount Kailash, a Kailash overland tour via the Kerung border began in September 2017. This route has made Mt. Kailash omit accessible from Nepal's fringes.The escorted holy Mount Kailash and Mansarovar tour starts with a sightseeing tour of Kathmandu Valley's world heritage sites. We then enter through the Langtang National Park and cross the Nepal-Tibet border before we arrive at Kerung. We will then approach the towns of Saga and Drive to Darchen via Mansarovar Lake.

Region
Tibet
Duration
13 Days /12 Nights
Level
hard
Max Altitude
5,644.m
Daily Activity
Drive 6-7 hours
Season
June to September
Starting From
$ 2475
Nepal New Generation Trek offer this tour 8 People
Brief Introduction

Mt. Kailash (6714m)is the most sacred mountain in Asia. It is believed to be the physical embodiment of the mythical Mt Meru, said to be the center of the universe or ‘navel of the world’ . Mt. Meru is depicted as a mandala, and its image occurs throughout both Buddhista and Hindu parts of Asia. Mt Kailas is holy to followers of four religions.

To Hindus, Kailash is the abode of Shiva and nearby Manasarobar Lake is the means or soul of Brahma. Tibetans call Kailas Kang Rimpoche. Jains worship it as Mt Ashtapada, the peak from which the religion’s founder, Rishabanatha, achieved spiritual liberation. Followers of Bon-Po, the ancient pre- Buddhist shamanistic religion of Tibet, revere Kailas as the soul of Tibet.

Mt. Kailash has long been an object of worship for four Major religious, for Hindu, it is domain of Shiva, It is also the abode of samvara-a multiarmed, wrathful deity worshipped in the chakrasamvara Tantric cycle of Tibetrian Buddhism. The joins of India also reverse the mountain as the site at which the first of their saints emancipated. And in the ancient Bon religion of Tibet, Kailash was the secred nine storeys Swastika Mountain, upon which the Banpo founder Shenrab alighted from haven.

The 53 Km. Kailash circuit is the holist of all-Hindu as well as Buddist pilgrimages and the beacon, which draws most traveller to western Tibet. It is said that a single Parikarma erases the accumulated sins of a lifetime, while 108 cicurmbulation will achieve Salvation.

High lights of trip:
  • Bus Trip to Kailash Mansarovar across the beautiful Himalayas
  • Lake Mansarovar Parikrama and Homa at bank of Lake Mansarovar
  • 3 days of Kailash Kora
  • Best Available Accommodation during the entire trip
  • Highly experienced Team Leader and Sherpa
  • Support Truck
  • Oxygen Cylinders and bottles
  • Pure Veg Meals will be served which is prepared by Nepali staff
  • 100% Guaranteed Departure, Tibet Permit, and Tibet Visa
Itinerary

Seeking for a real adventure? Our travel itinerary is based on years of trekking expertise, ensuring that you have a fun and safe vacation. However, like with all such risky excursions, there may be instances where we must change the schedule, possibly without much notice. While we make every attempt to stick to the timetable, we humbly ask for your patience and flexibility if unforeseen circumstances like weather or unforeseen natural events come into play. You may be sure that our knowledgeable guides will adjust as needed to make your tour as enjoyable as possible.

Schedule for each day
Days: 1: Arrival in Kathmandu.  
Driving distance: 6 km. Elevation: 1350 meter/ 4429 feet Highlight: Arrival in Kathmandu International Airport/ Meeting and greeting you by our officer & transfer to hotel/ Tour Briefing. Overnight at hotel in Kathmandu
Days: 2 Guided Sightseeing in the Kathmandu Valley  
After a hearty breakfast, at 8.30 am your sightseeing trip will start. You will have a private vehicle and a professional tour guide at your disposal. Today we will visit some heritages listed below: Boudhanath Stupa: Boudhananath is one of the holiest Buddhist sites in Kathmandu. It was built in the 5th century with four pairs of eyes of Lord Buddha in four cardinal directions keeping an eternal watch over the people and their doings. You will find Buddhist pilgrims from Tibet going round the stupa spinning the prayer wheels.
Days: 3: Drive from Kathmandu to Kerung/ Kyirong.  
Driving distance: 175 km. Driving time: 5 to 6 hour. Elevation: 2900 meter/ 9514 feet Highlight: In the morning you drive to Rasuwa Gadhi (newly opened border of Nepal and China). It’s a mountain drive passing through paddy fields, several villages and river. After Immigration and customs formalities on both sides (Nepal & China) drive to Kerung, small town of China. Overnight at guest house in Kerung
Days: 4: Day for acclimatization in Kerung.  
Elevation: 2900 meter/ 9514 feet Highlight: Full day in Kerung for acclimatization purpose. Afternoon excursion to Kerung village. Overnight at guest house in Kerung
Days: 5: Drive from Kerung to Dongba.  
Driving distance: 290 km. Driving time: 6 hour. Elevation: 4500 meter/ 14764 feet Highlight: After breakfast set off your journey to Dongba. En route enjoy panorama of Mount Shishapangma (8021 meter) and other high Himalayan mountains. You pass through Pelkhu tso Lake (4600 meter), a cobalt blue lake and later crossing Brahmaputra river reach in Saga. From Saga further 100 km of drive is to Dongba. Overnight at guest house in Dongba
Days: 6: Drive from Dongba to Mansarovar.  
Driving distance: 370 km. Driving time: 7 hour 30 minutes. Elevation: 4588 meter/ 15052 feet Highlight: It’s amazing drive through unique Tibetan countryside that makes everybody joyful all the time. En route you cross Mayum La Pass (5200m). This is first day to see Mount Kailash and Mansarovar. Reaching Mansarovar you can have holy bath in the lake. Your transport also takes you to round the lake. Night halt will be at guest house of Chu Gompa which is in the shore of Mansarovar Lake. Overnight at guest house in Mansarovar
Days: 7: Drive from Mansarovar to Darchen.  
Driving distance: 30 km. Driving time: 45 minutes. Elevation: 4575 meter/ 15010 feet Highlight: Today you commence your journey to Darchen, base camp of Mount Kailash, after lunch. Till that time you can do Puja (Worship), Havana, Meditation and also go for short Hiking to Chu Gompa (Ancient Buddhist Monastery nearby Mansarovar Lake). After reach to Darchen your guide will assist you if you need horse and porters for your following 3 days trekking around Mt.Kailash. Overnight at guest house in Darchen
Days: 8: Trek from Darchen to Dirapuk. 1st day of Parikarma.  
Driving distance: 8 km. Driving time: 30 min. Trekking distance: 16 km. Trekking time: 5 hour. Elevation: 5080 meter/ 16667 feet Highlight: Morning drive to Shersung. Shersung is trekking (parikarma) starting poing. From here after short walking you reach Tarboche. Here is small temple called Yamdwar by Hindus. Near to this temple you see great flagpole. It is said that here Buddha came with 500 disciples for their supernatural power. You continue walking passing through grassy plain populated by nomads. En route you can view of west face of Mount Kailash. Then you reach at Dirapuk from where you will have good view of the north face of Mount Kailash. Overnight at guest house in Dirapuk
Days: 9: Trek from Dirapuk to Zuthulpuk. 2nd day of Parikarma.  
Trekking distance: 22 km. Trekking time: 7 to 8 hour. Elevation: 4820 meter/ 15814 feet Highlight: Today is little bit harder to walk because to go up all the way to Dolmala passes (5723 meter/18776 feet). It is highest point in all this trip and then way down. From this trail you can have view of back side of mountain and many prayer flags at highest point. Also pool of great compassion at side of route which is called Gauri Kund by Hindus. In Zuthulpuk a temple and shrine is built around Milarepa’s cave where Milarepa, one of the most widely known Tibetan Saints, took dark retreat few years. He printed his hand and feet on the rock. Overnight at guest house in Zuthulpuk
Days: 10: Trek from Zuthulpuk to Darchen. Final day of Parikarma. Drive to Dongba.  
Trekking distance: 10 km. Trekking time: 2 to 3 hour. Driving distance: 395 km. Driving time: 7 hr 30 minutes. Elevation: 4500 meter/ 14764 feet Highlight: Today is short and easy walking day. You walk through grassy plain area along the river. The trekking end point is 4 km before Darchen. Once you reach there your vehicle come to pick up you then drive back to Dongba through the same previous road. Overnight at guest house in Dongba
Days: 11: Drive from Dongba to Kerung.  
Driving distance: 370 km. Driving time: 7 hour. Elevation: 2900 meter/ 9514 feet Highlight: Driving is through same incoming road. Overnight at guest house in Kerung
Days: 12: Drive from Kerung to Kathmandu.  
Driving distance: 175 km. Driving time: 5 to 6 hour. Elevation: 1350 meter/ 4429 feet Highlight: Driving is through same incoming road. Overnight at hotel in Kathmandu
Days: 13 Fly back to home from Kathmandu  
The airport representative from Nepal New Generation Family will transport you to Kathmandu International Airport around 3 hours before your scheduled flight from where you will depart. Meals: Breakfast included.
Reservation & Date
Friday
23 Feb 2024
Tuesday
31 Dec 2024
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$2475
$2475
10 Seats
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Inclusion/ Exclusion

One of the highest freshwater lakes in the world, Mansarovar Lake (4,590 meters) is situated in China's Tibetan Autonomous Region. Hindus, Buddhists, Jains, and Bon adherents all regard Lake Manasarovar as sacred, making it a popular pilgrimage destination. According to Hindu legend, Mansarovar Lake was built by Lord Brahma as a location for meditation and spiritual purification.

A saltwater lake called Rakshas Tal, often called Ravana Tal is about 3 kilometers from Mansarovar Lake. The Hindu epic Ramayana's evil lord Ravana is thought to be the inspiration for its name. Legend has it that Ravana atoned at this lake to appease Lord Shiva.

Rakshas Tal, in contrast to Mansarovar Lake, is thought to be cursed and is regarded as a location of evil. The lake's water is black and gloomy, and craggy cliffs and desolate hills encircle it.

The Lake is renowned for its magnificent view of Mount Kailash in the background and glistening blue water. Mansarovar Lake visitors should be aware of the following:

Services Included
  • 3 Night accommodation at Kathmandu side – 3 star hotel
  • Sightseeing of Kathmandu city (Full day)
  • Kathmandu – China Border – Kathmandu by private coach
  • Tibet group Visa Fee
  • Accommodation at Guest House during Tibet Visit
  • All vegetarian meals (breakfast, lunch & dinner)
  • Transportation in Tibet by Luxury A/C Coach
  • Supporting truck to carry equipment
  • English speaking Tibetan guide
  • All necessary travel & trekking permit as per our Itinerary
  • Supporting crew members (Cooks, Helpers & Sherpas)
  • Oxygen cylinders for emergency use & medical kit bag
  • Escort for airport pick up & drop off
  • All applicable taxes & service charges.
Services Excluded
  • Travel insurance / Rescue and evacuation service
  • Personal expenses
  • Nepal re-entry Visa fee for NRIs
  • To Visit Asthapad
  • Tips for guide & driver
  • Horse riding during the Parikrama
  • Air ticket to Kathmandu & return back to home.
  • Extra Hotel charge in Kathmandu if early return from
  • Tibet or extra stay at Kathmandu
  • Addition cost due to any political disturbances
  • Any additional cost due to natural calamities and
  • unforeseen circumstances
  • Visa splitting charge and extra transportation cost, if returning early from Tibet.
Frequently Asked Questions

The answers to your questions regarding the Nepal New Generation Trek, what this trip entails, and what is needed can be found in the following frequently asked questions. If your question isn't addressed there, don't hesitate to contact us.

You can also extend the Kailash Overland Tour with Muktinath, and add 04 more days to your itinerary. The combination of the Kailash and Muktinath tours takes 16 days to complete. You can make the Muktinath trip before or after the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra. Yolo Hike organizes the Kailash tour via Kerung as a small group tour suitable for your family trip. The Kailash overland tour can be tailored to meet your needs. please email us at info@newgenerationtrek.com to coordinate with our Kailash Tour expert. Are you still confused to make your trip to Kailash and Mansarovar? please get in touch with us at info@newgenerationtrek.com for more details.