( Tibet ) This tour is the shortest and the most direct approach to Mt. Kailash. It is one of the most popular tours to Mt. Kailash & Lake Manasarovar starting from Kathmandu, which commences with an overland journey to Zhang-Mu (the Tibetan border town). The program covers a three days circumambulation tour around Mt. Kailash and a two days stay at the shore of Lake Manasarovar (Chiu Gumpa side). The other days we spend traveling to Mt. Kailash & Lake Manasarovar and returning to Kathmandu. This Mt. Kailash and Lake Manasarovar tour commences from Zhang-Mu and normally ends at Zhang-Mu. But alternatively, we can even end this tour in Lhasa or Khasgar. Saga Dawa Festival – 2025 Saga Dawa Festival is observed as one of the most important festival in Buddhist society all over the world. This festival held each year on the full moon day of the fourth lunar month of the Tibetan calendar. This festival is celebrated in honor of Sakyamuni’s enlightenment. And this auspicious day coincide with three important events in Buddha’s life, Birth, Nirvana and death.
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Mount Kailash, also known as Kailash Parvat, holds the esteemed title of being the spiritual epicenter of the world. Much like the revered Mount Kailash, Lake Manasarovar stands as the ultimate destination for a pilgrimage of purity, drawing individuals from diverse religious backgrounds.
Situated within the Tibetan mountain region, Mount Kailash, with its majestic peak, and Lake Manasarovar, a lake of unparalleled beauty, offer a profound spiritual experience. The term ‘manas’ signifies the mind, ‘sarovar’ denotes a holy lake, and it is aptly named the Lake of Consciousness. This sacred lake captivates observers, especially under the full moon, and spans an impressive circumference of 88 kilometers. Furthermore, it serves as a sacred nexus for various faiths in Nepal, including Hinduism, Buddhism, Tibetan traditions, the pre-Buddhist animistic beliefs, and Jainism. Bathing in the waters of Lake Manasarovar is believed to absolve one of life’s sins.
The Kailash Peak, standing proudly at an elevation of 22,022 feet, and Lake Manasarovar, nestled at 14,954 feet, symbolize untouched beauty and serenity that is truly awe-inspiring, evoking a sense of oneness with Shiva. The optimal time to embark on a journey to Mount Kailash is between May and September.
As of 2025 there have been updates regarding visas and permits for Kailash tours:
The People’s Republic of China has revised its visa and travel permit policies for Tibet and Mount Kailash for the year 2025/26. Travelers and pilgrims planning to visit the Tibet Autonomous Zone now require a special travel permit from the foreign affairs department of China. These permits are issued under the supervision of local travel agencies in China/Tibet. The process involves submitting a copy of the passport and group travel details to obtain an entry permit and a sponsor-granted document. Additionally, all foreigners, except those from India, must complete an 11-page visa application form at the China Visa Center and personally undergo a biometric fingerprinting process. Subsequently, the Chinese embassy dispatches the group travel permit and visa for Tibet and Mount Kailash within 2 to 4 working days.
Therefore, it is advisable for all travelers to arrive at least 2 to 4 working days prior to their planned departure in Kathmandu, Nepal. Additionally, travelers are responsible for covering any extra expenses incurred during these additional days themselves.
Trip Date: 2025 -26 Route:- Kathmadu to Katrhmandu via Kerung
Max elevation 5650M Dolma-la
Saga Dawa Festival – 2025/26
Itinerary
Day 01 Arrive at Kathmandu & Trasfer to Hotel
Day 02 Briefing and preparing visa and tours arrangements, Hotel
Day 03 Drive Kathmandu to Nayalam, overnight at Guest House
Day 04 Rest day for Acclimitazation, over night at Guest House
Day 05 Drive Nyalam To Saga O/N Camp Day
06 Drive Saga to Dhongba, O/N Camp
Day 07 Drive Dhongba, to Tharboche, O/N Camp
Day 08 Attend to the Saga Dawa festival – Camp (..th May 2024, Festival Day)
Day 09 Start of Mt. Kailash Kora to Dira Puk, O/N Camp
Day10 Continue Mt. Kailash Kora over Drom La Pass5650m. to Zutul Puk, O/N Camp
Day 11 End Mt. Kailash Kora and Drive from Darchen to Mansarovar Lake, O/N Camp
Day 12 Drive Manasarovar to Paryang, O/N Camp
Day 13 Drive Paryang to Saga, O/N Camp
Day 14 Drive Saga to Zhangmu, O/N guest house
Day 15 Drive Zhangmu to Kathmandu .
TRIP INCLUDES
- As per itinerary accommodation hotel in Kathmandu on 3 star hotels.
- Hotel in Kathmandu – 3 nights in Hotel ,on twin/double sharing.
- Hotel in Kerung/Tibet – 2 nights in neat an clean Tourist class hotel double/twin sharing.
- Hotel in Saga Tibet – 2 Nights neat and clean Tourist class China Post or similar on twin\triple shearing.
- Hotel in Mansarovar Lake – 1 Night guest house on multiple sharing, outside bathroom without running water.
- Hotel in Darchen – 1 night twin sharing hotel himalaya or similar with limited time hot shower and private bath.
- Lodge in Kailash Kora – 1 night at Derapuk monastery and 1 night in Zutulpuk Monastery multiple sharing mud house, outside bathroom without running water, need to use toilet paper.
- Tour Support Team crews – Cook, Cook helper, guide and driver.
- Fresh cooked vegetarian meal by our cook. Hot and cold drinking water.(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
- Tibet Travel permit and group Visa, Tibetan Guide, All Monastery and Kailash entry permits..
- Professional, reliable, friendly and service oriented Nepali leader fluent speak in English and Hindi language and English speaking Tibetan guide in Tibet.
- Air condition luxury bus and support truck for carrying yatra bag, equipment, food and staff. (Chinese side Chinese bus and Nepal Side Nepali Bus)
- Life saving Oxygen tank, mask-regulator support (for emergency) and first aid kit with high altitude sickness medicine.
- Daily Health check by our train staff (Pulse Rage, Heart breath, Pressure, Oxygen Level)
- Yaks and yaks man to kailash kora for Baggage and Kitchen.
- Travel insurance for Nepali staff only.
- TRIP EXCLUDES
- Personal expenses for Nepal-Tibet
- Personal Travel insurance and Rescue Evacuation on the tour.
- All expenses of personal nature
- Bar bills and Beverage
- Tips for staff
- Photography charges
- Kailash Tour Rescue jeep encase needed if some one go back earlier than group
- Extra cost incurred in case of Landslide or natural problem.
- Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu as per itinerary
- Nepal visa and Re-Entry Nepal visa. (If you have American Passport We need Extra Visa Cost that Cost 120US$ per person)
- International Phone calls and media.
- Personal clothes & equipment for trekking tour
