Kailash Overland Tour

Today, we’ll check out some of the major destination in the Kathmandu Valley. We’ll start with a visit to Doleshwor Mahadev Temple, which is thought to be the ‘head’ of Lord Kedarnath from Uttarakhand. Next, we’ll dive into the rich culture and history at Bhaktapur Durbar Square, the most well-preserved heritage site in the valley. After an enjoyable day, we’ll return to the hotel for a restful overnight stay.

After Breakfast, we’ll set off on a beautiful 7–8 hour drive along the Pasang Lhamu Highway to Ghattekhola, a quaint village located in the Langtang region, north of Kathmandu. Enjoy the stunning views along the way until we reach our destination and settle in for the night at a cozy guesthouse in Ghattekhola.

After breakfast, we’ll make our way to the Rasuwagadhi-Kerung border, also known as the Friendship Bridge, at the Nepal-Tibet border. This trip takes around 1.5 hours, depending on how long the immigration process takes. Once we cross over, we’ll reach Kerung (Gyirung), the first village in Tibet. You can spend the rest of the day relaxing at a guesthouse.

Our journey to Saga will take us through the scenic passes of Thong La and La Lung, with gentle ups and downs. Along the way, enjoy the breathtaking sights of Lake Peiku Tso and witness the traditional Tibetan lifestyle with yaks and sheep grazing. We’ll spend the night at a hotel in Saga.

We’ll take the day to acclimatize to the altitude in Saga County. Feel free to enjoy some short hikes or wander around the town at your own pace. Relax and soak in the beautiful surroundings before another overnight stay at a hotel in Saga.

After breakfast in Saga, we’ll drive to Mansarovar Lake, the highest freshwater lake in the world, sitting at an altitude of 4,558 meters. Its calm greenish-blue waters are believed to be where Lord Vishnu rests. Surrounded by magnificent peaks like Mt. Kailash and Mt. Gurula-Mandata, you’ll also see the enigmatic Rakshash Taal, which locals say is associated with King Ravana and has poisonous waters. We’ll stay overnight at a guesthouse near Lake Mansarovar.

We’ll start our day embracing our spiritual side with rituals and puja along the peaceful banks of Lake Mansarovar. Each Yatri will receive a bucket of warm holy water from the lake for bathing, prepared by our staff. Once we finish our prayers, we’ll complete the lake’s Parikrama by jeep before heading to Darchen, the base camp for the sacred Mt. Kailash. This small town is right at the foot of the holy mountain, and we’ll spend the night at a hotel in Darchen.

We’ll start our three-day Parikrama with a drive to Tarboche (Darboche), the starting point of Kailash Kora, also known as the Valley of Gods. Here, you’ll find Yamadwar, the entrance to the God of Death. After a few hours of walking, we’ll arrive at Derapuk, which lies directly in front of the stunning North Face of Mt. Kailash. We’ll rest for the night at a guesthouse in Derapuk.

Today is the longest and most challenging day of our Kora. We’ll begin by heading to the village of Jarok Donkhang and then hike towards the sacred Shiva-stal. After a short break, we’ll descend steeply to the banks of the Lham-chu Khir River, where we’ll see the holy Gaurikunda Pond for the first time. Continuing our journey, we’ll reach Juthulpuk, named after the famous Juthulpuk Cave, also known as the Miracle Cave. We’ll even spot Buddha’s Footprints along the way. After a spiritually fulfilling day, we’ll rest at a guesthouse for the night.

In the morning, we’ll visit the nearby Milarepa Cave, exploring its caves and temples. After breakfast, we’ll take a 3–4 hour climb, covering 7 kilometers to complete the final leg of our Kora and return to Darchen. After lunch there, we’ll head back to Saga and stay overnight at a hotel.

We’ll enjoy a smooth ride along well-paved Tibetan roads back to Kerung, located at the border of Nepal and Tibet. Today is a rest day, allowing everyone to relax and unwind. We’ll stay at a guesthouse in Kerung for the night.

After clearing immigration at the Nepal-Tibet border, we’ll drive back to Kathmandu, the lively capital of Nepal. In the afternoon, you'll have some free time for souvenir shopping before returning to your hotel for the night.

As your journey comes to a close, our team will make sure you reach the airport in plenty of time for your flight. We wish you safe travels and hope to see you on another adventure soon!