Arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu, where our representative will warmly welcome you. Transfer to Hotel Royal Singhi (4-star) or similar. Kathmandu, the capital of Nepal, is a bustling city with a rich blend of history, culture and spirituality. If time permits, take a short walk in Thamel, the vibrant tourist hub, with its souvenir shops, local handicrafts and cafés. Evening is at leisure to rest and acclimatize, prepare your luggage for the yatra, and enjoy your first taste of Nepali cuisine. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Meals: Veg Dinner

After breakfast, enjoy sightseeing in Kathmandu. Visit Pashupatinath Temple, one of the oldest and holiest temples dedicated to Lord Shiva, situated along the sacred Bagmati River. Witness the ritual ceremonies performed by devotees on the riverbanks. Next, visit Guhyeshwari Temple, an important center for tantric worship dedicated to Goddess Shakti. Continue to Budhanilkantha, famous for the enormous Sleeping Vishnu statue, carved from a single black stone, reclining on the cosmic serpent Ananta Shesha. After returning to the hotel for lunch, attend the pre-departure briefing, covering high-altitude safety, necessary gear, and travel preparations for the Yatra.

Optional: Take an early morning mountain flight for breathtaking views of the Himalayas, including Mount Everest, offering unforgettable photo opportunities.

Meals: Veg Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

After breakfast, embark on a scenic drive to Timure, a small town near the Nepal-Tibet border. The route takes you through terraced hills, rushing rivers, and traditional Nepali villages, offering your first glimpse of the Himalayan foothills. The drive can be long and tiring due to road conditions, so take time to enjoy the breathtaking landscapes and interact with locals in roadside settlements. On arrival at Timure, check into your hotel for an overnight stay and rest before the border crossing.

Meals: Veg Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

After breakfast, begin the scenic drive to Timure, located near the Nepal-China border. The road passes through terraced farmlands, green valleys, traditional villages and flowing rivers. Stop at Dhunche and Trisuli River for refreshments and photos. En route, enjoy panoramic views of Ganesh Himal and Langtang ranges. Timure is a quiet, high-altitude town where travelers can start feeling the Himalayan plateau’s atmosphere. Overnight stay at a comfortable hotel in Kerung

Meals: Veg Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

After breakfast, drive towards Saga, passing through vast grasslands, high passes and Tibetan villages. On the way, you will begin to see the mighty Brahmaputra River (Yarlung Tsangpo) flowing parallel to the road. The river is considered one of the holiest rivers in Tibet, originating from Mount Kailash region and later entering India as Brahmaputra. Enjoy scenic stops along the riverbank, where its wide turquoise waters, dramatic cliffs and open valleys create a mesmerizing landscape.

Meals: Veg Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Today is a full day dedicated to rest and acclimatization at high altitude. You may take gentle walks around Saga and enjoy the serene views of the Brahmaputra River, which flows close to the town. This river, known in Tibet as Yarlung Tsangpo, nourishes the plateau and is deeply revered by pilgrims travelling towards Kailash and Manasarovar. Its peaceful flow and broad valleys offer an ideal setting for relaxed acclimatization. The day will help your body adjust to the altitude, ensuring a comfortable journey ahead.

Meals: Veg Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

After breakfast, drive to the sacred Lake Manasarovar. Stop at Mayumla Pass (4,800 m) for customs formalities, enjoy a packed lunch, and continue through Paryang County. Upon arrival, witness your first view of Mount Kailash reflected in the turquoise waters of Lake Manasarovar. Complete approximately 75% of the lake’s Parikrama. Visit Chiu Gompa Monastery if time permits. Overnight stay at Parmarth Ashram or similar accommodation.

Meals: Veg Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Wake up early for a holy dip and Puja on the lake’s banks, believed to cleanse body and soul. After rituals, drive to Darchen, the base camp for the Kailash Kora. En route, enjoy views of Lake Rakshastal and surrounding Tibetan landscapes. Check into Kailash Himalaya Hotel or similar.

Meals: Veg Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Drive 7 km to Yam Dwar, the ceremonial starting point of the Kailash Kora Trek. Begin trekking toward Dirapuk, passing prayer flags, shrines and open highland plains. Witness stunning views of the North Face of Mount Kailash and experience the spiritual ambiance of this sacred pilgrimage. Overnight stay at a guesthouse in Dirapuk.

Meals: Veg Breakfast, Packaged Lunch and Light Dinner

Begin early for the most challenging day of the Kora. Cross the Dolma La Pass (5,630 m), the highest point of the trek, representing spiritual purification. Descend past Gauri Kund, a sacred lake associated with Goddess Parvati. Arrive at Zhuthulpuk, check into a guesthouse and rest after the physically demanding trek.

Meals: Breakfast, Packaged Lunch and Light Dinner

Finish the Kora trek from Zhuthulpuk to Darchen, then board your vehicle for the drive back to Saga. Along the way, enjoy the serene Brahmaputra River, high plateau vistas and views of Tibetan villages. Take in the sense of achievement and spiritual fulfillment after completing the sacred circumambulation. Overnight stay at Saga hotel.

Meals: Veg Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

After breakfast, drive from Saga to Kerung, enjoying Tibetan landscapes, high plains and the flowing Brahmaputra River. Observe Tibetan herders, monasteries and nomadic life along the route. Overnight stay at Kerung hotel.

Meals: Veg Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Cross the Nepal border at Rasuwagadhi, complete customs formalities and continue the scenic drive to Kathmandu. Enjoy terraced hills, forests, rivers and traditional villages along the route. Arrive in Kathmandu in the evening, check into Hotel Royal Singhi (4-star) or similar and relax.

Meals: Veg Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

After breakfast, enjoy free time for last-minute shopping, or exploring Kathmandu’s bustling streets. Later, transfer to Tribhuvan International Airport for your onward journey, carrying memories of Mount Kailash, Lake Manasarovar, Brahmaputra River, Tibetan plateau and a spiritually transformative pilgrimage.

Meals: Breakfast