Kailash Manasarovar Yatra Via Lhasa In Zhangmu Out 2027

Trip Features

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  • Price For Indian National : USD 2680 + INRS. 85,000 Per Person
  • Price For Other National : USD 3600 Per Person
  • Total Duration : 14 Days
  • Transportation : Flight & Touristic Vehicles
  • Trek Grading : Moderate to Strenuous
  • Best Seasons : May To September
  • Journey Starts/Ends : Kathmandu In, Nepal
  • Accommodation : Hotel, Lodges & Guest Houses
  • Note: Tour will be Operated with Minimum 25 Participants

Trip Highlights

  • A spiritual journey to Mt. Kailash and awe-inspiring Lake Manasarovar.
  • Scenic Kathmandu–Lhasa flight, offering spectacular Himalayan views and a seamless entry into Tibet.
  • Guided visits to Tibet’s iconic heritage sites: Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, and Tashilhunpo Monastery.
  • The entire trip is led by trained team leaders of an experience of 15 years and supported by professional Sherpa’s.
  • A Qualified High-Altitude Medical Doctor will be Stationed at Lake Manasarovar.
  • A Priest stationed at Lake Manasarovar for Puja.
  • Freshly prepared, hygienic vegetarian meals served throughout the yatra.* Denotes full moon departure.
  • * Denotes full moon departure.

Trip Overview

Tour Cost for Indian National: USD 2680 + INRS. 85,000 Per Person

Tour Cost for Foreign National: USD 3,600 Per Person

Kathmandu / Lhasa  Airfare: Approx. Kathmandu- Lhasa Flight USD 500 – USD 550 Per Person Additional Cost.

SPECIAL NOTES :-

  • FOREIGN NATIONALS JOINING THE ABOVE GROUP, MUST OBTAIN MAINLAND CHINA TOURIST L VISA AT HOME COUNTRY.
  • THE COST FOR FOREIGN NATIONALS JOINING INDIAN GROUP SHALL BE SAME AS ABOVE.

 

Outline Itinerary

Day 01: Fly to Kathmandu (1300 m). Group shall be met at the airport and transfer provided to Hotel.
Accommodation: Hyatt Centric or  Shanker Hotel

Day 02: Darshan of Pashupatinath Temple, Guhyeswari Temple & Sleeping Vishnu at Budhanilkantha. The day is free for final preparation of the Yatra.
Accommodation: Hyatt Centric or  Shanker Hotel

Day 03: After breakfast, drive to the airport for your flight to Lhasa. Upon arrival at Gonggar airport, transfer to Lhasa City (3650 m). Visit Jokhang Temple & Barkhor Bazaar in the evening.
Accommodation: Hotel Manasarovar or Similar

Day 04: Visit the Potala Palace & Sera Monastery.
Accommodation: Hotel Manasarovar or Similar

Day 05: Drive to Shigatse (3800 m / 271 km, 8 hrs). visit  Tashilhunpo Monastery & the free market.
Accommodation: Hotel Getsar or Similar

Day 06: Drive to Saga. (4600 m / 447 km, 8 hrs).
Accommodation: Hotel Lungbugangri or Similar

Day 07: Drive to Lake Manasarovar (4600 m) with the Parikrama  of  the Lake. (478 km / 9 hrs).
Accomodation: Hotel at Trugu

Day 08: AM Stay at Lake Manasarovar for Puja. PM Drive to Darchen. (4670 m / 40 km, 1½ hrs).
Accommodation: Kailash  Himalaya Hotel or Similar

Day 09: Drive to Trek starting point. Trek to Dirapuk. (4860 m, 15 km / 6-7 hrs).
Accommodation: Hotel Dirapuk

Day 10: Trek to Zhuthulpuk (4760 m) crossing over The Dolma La Pass. (18 km / 10-12 hrs ).
Accommodation: Hotel Zhuthulpuk

Day 11: End Kailash Kora. Drive to Saga. (4600 m  / 440 km, 6-7 hrs).
Accommodation: Hotel Lungbugangri or Similar

Day 12: Drive to Nyalam.
Accommodation: Hotel at Nyalam

Day 13: Drive downhill to Zhangmu and exit to Nepal side. Proceed to Kathmandu by Coach.
Accommodation: Hyatt Centric or  Shanker Hotel

Day 14: Transfer to the airport for your departure back home.

Brief Itinerary

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,300 m)

Arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu, where our representative will warmly welcome you. Transfer to Hyatt Centric or Hotel Shanker. 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

Day 02: Kathmandu Sightseeing and Pre-Yatra Briefing

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. Overnight at Hyatt Centric or Hotel Shanker.

Meals: Veg Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 03: Fly to Lhasa – Visit Jokhang Temple & Barkhor Bazaar.

At 6:00 AM, drive to Tribhuvan International Airport for your Himalayan Airlines flight to Lhasa. Upon arrival at Gonggar Airport (3,570m), meet the Tibetan team and transfer to Lhasa City (1.5 hours’ drive) and check in at Hotel Manasarovar or Hampton by Hilton for rest and acclimatization. After lunch, begin your sightseeing program around 2:00 PM with a visit to the sacred Jokhang Temple, the spiritual heart of Tibet, followed by a walking tour around Barkhor Bazaar, the vibrant traditional market area and pilgrim kora route. Sightseeing concludes around 5:00 PM, after which you return to the hotel for rest and overnight at Hotel Manasarovar or Hampton by Hilton.

Meals: Veg Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 04: Visit Potala Palace & Sera Monastery.

After breakfast, begin your morning sightseeing at 9:00 AM with a guided visit to the iconic Potala Palace (3,700m), exploring its ancient chapels, murals, and historical chambers (approx. 2–3 hours). After lunch, proceed to Sera Monastery around 2:00 PM, one of Tibet’s major monastic institutions, where you will explore its courtyards, prayer halls, and academic sections.Return to the hotel around 5:30 PM for rest and overnight stay at Hotel Manasarovar or Hampton by Hilton

Meals: Veg Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 05: Drive to Shigatse (3,800 m | 271 km | 8 hrs) – Visit Tashilunpo Monaster

After breakfast, depart from Lhasa for a scenic drive to Shigatse, Tibet’s second-largest city. The 271-km journey takes approximately 8 hours and passes through dramatic landscapes, high-altitude plateaus, and rural Tibetan settlements. Upon arrival, visit Tashilunpo Monastery, the seat of the Panchen Lama, known for its vast golden statue of the Maitreya Buddha. Explore the monastery complex and nearby traditional market. Check in at Hotel Getsar or similar for an overnight stay.

Meals: Veg Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 06: Drive to Saga (4,600 m | 447 km | 8 hrs)

After breakfast, continue your journey toward Saga, driving across long stretches of Tibetan grasslands, rivers, and snow-capped peaks. The 447-km drive takes around 8 hours, offering breathtaking views of the high-altitude desert terrain. Arrive in Saga and check in at the hotel for rest and acclimatization. Overnight stay in Hotel Lungbugangri Or Similar

Meals: Veg Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 07: Saga to Lake Manasarovar (478 km / 9 hrs, 4,600 m)

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 Hotel at Trugu accommodation.

Meal: Veg Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 08: Lake Manasarovar Puja and Drive to Darchen (40 km / 1.5 hrs, 4,670 m)

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.

Meals: Veg Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 09: Yam Dwar to Dirapuk Trek (15 km / 6–7 hrs, 4,860 m)

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. Optional visit to Charan Sparsh, a 6 km trek, can be arranged with your guide.

Meals: Veg Breakfast, Packaged Lunch, Light Dinner

Day 10: Dirapuk to Zhuthulpuk via Dolma La Pass (18 km / 10–12 hrs, 4,760 m)

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, Light Dinner

Day 11: Complete Kailash Kora and Drive to Saga (4,600 m)

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 Hotel Lungbugangri Or Similar

Meals: Veg Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 12: Saga to Nyalam (3,800 m / 230 km / 7–8 hrs)

After breakfast at 7;30 am, drive from Saga to Nyalam, enjoying the spectacular Tibetan landscapes, vast high plains, mountain passes, and the flowing Brahmaputra River along the route. Observe Tibetan herders, nomadic settlements, and the traditional lifestyle of the Tibetan Plateau. Upon arrival at Nyalam, check in to Hotel Nyalam for rest and overnight stay.

Meals: Veg Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 13: Nyalam to Kathmandu via Kodari Border (approximately 180 km / 7–9 hrs)

After breakfast, drive from Nyalam towards the Zhangmu–Kodari Border, enjoying the scenic Himalayan landscapes along the way. Complete the required China-side immigration and customs formalities before crossing the border into Nepal through the Friendship Bridge at Kodari. After completing the Nepal-side immigration and customs formalities, continue the scenic drive towards Kathmandu. The journey passes through green hills, rivers, waterfalls, terraced fields, and traditional Nepali villages. Upon arrival in Kathmandu, check into Hyatt Centric  or Shanker and relax.

Meals: Veg Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 14: Departure from Kathmandu (1,300 m)

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

Date and Price

Fixed Departures

S.N Start Date End Date Status Note Booking
125th May, 20277th Jun 2027Guaranteed Book Now
212th Jun, 202725th Jun 2027Guaranteed[ Saga Dawa Festival ] Book Now
310th Jul, 202723rd Jul 2027Guaranteed Book Now
411th Aug, 202724th Aug 2027Guaranteed[ Full Moon Departure ] Book Now
511th Sep, 202724th Sep 2027Guaranteed Book Now

Service Include and Exclude

Includes

  • ARRIVAL / DEPARTURE TRANSFERS
  • 3 NIGHTS IN KATHMANDU AT HYATT CENTRIC OR SHANKER ON TWIN SHARING & FULL BOARD BASIS
  • 1 DAY KATHMANDU SIGHTSEEING TOUR WITH CULTURAL GUIDE
  • 2 NIGHTS IN LHASA AT HOTEL MANASAROVAR OR SIMILAR (4 STAR CATEGORY)  WITH BREAKFAST
  • NEPALESE KITCHEN TEAM FROM LHASA – LHASA
  • MONASTERY ENTRANCE FEE INCLUDING POTALA PALACE
  • ACCOMODATION AT SHIGATSE , SAGA & DARCHEN ON TWIN SHARING BASIS
  • ACCOMODATION AT TRUGU AND DURING KAILASH KORA ON DORMITORY STYLE
  • ENGLISH SPEAKING TIBETAN GUIDE
  • TOUR COACH IN TIBET
  • ONE SUPPORT TRUCK
  • VISA FEE FOR INDIAN NATIONAL
  • ALL PERMITS
  • DAILY 3 BOTTLES OF MINERAL WATER
  • FIRST AID KIT & PULSE OXYMETRE

Excludes

  • KATHMANDU / LHASA / KATHMANDU FLIGHT COST
  • MAINLAND  CHINA VISA  FEE FOR NRI NATIONALS
  • TRAVEL INSURANCE
  • EXPENSES OF PERSONAL NATURE
  • COST FOR HIRING PONY & PORTERS