Kailash Mansarovar Yatra by Road – 16 Nights / 17 Days
The most complete Kailash Mansarovar Yatra package 2027 we offer, designed for NRI pilgrims. This 17-day overland pilgrimage from Kathmandu covers the Nepal–Tibet border crossing, Lake Mansarovar, Darchen and the full Kailash Parikrama across stunning Himalayan scenery.
Kailash Mansarovar Yatra by Road – 16 Nights / 17 Days – Day-wise Itinerary
Welcome to Nepal — your spiritual trip to the Abode of Lord Shiva begins now. Arrive at Kathmandu airport and transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day is free for personal activities. Overnight at hotel. Meals: Dinner.
After breakfast, visit Pashupatinath Temple, Guheshwori Shakti Peeth and Jal Narayan (Sleeping Vishnu). In the afternoon, you'll be dropped at the market for shopping needed for the yatra, returning to the hotel by 6 PM. A yatra briefing meeting is held at 7 PM, followed by dinner and overnight stay. Meals: Breakfast & Dinner.
After breakfast, drive to Shivapuri Nagarjun National Park for a hike of approximately 5–6 hours, then return to the hotel for an overnight stay. Meals: Breakfast & Dinner.
Take a day tour of Chandragiri Hills by cable car, offering mesmerising mountain views on a clear day. Overnight at hotel. Meals: Breakfast & Dinner.
A day tour covering the sights of Bhaktapur, with stunning mountain views on clear days. Overnight at hotel. Meals: Breakfast & Dinner.
The true yatra begins today as you leave Kathmandu and drive to Syabrubesi/Timure, small bordering villages on the Nepal side — around 150 km, taking roughly 6–7 hours due to mountainous roads. Overnight at a basic guest house on a sharing basis. Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner.
After breakfast, check out and proceed through Nepal-side immigration, then to the Nepal–China border at Rasuwagadhi Naka (around a 1 km walk) to clear immigration and security checks for Tibet — timing depends on the number of pilgrims crossing that day. After clearing formalities, drive 25 km (about 45 minutes) to Keyrung, your first stop in Tibet. Check in and enjoy a free day. Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner.
After breakfast, travel to Saga, gradually gaining altitude — reaching up to 4,820 metres at the highest point before settling at 4,500 metres in Saga. Lunch en route is a packed meal with limited options. Overnight in Saga. Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner.
Continue on to sacred Lake Manasarovar, arriving via a long road day. Important notes: accommodation at Manasarovar is basic — multiple-sharing rooms with outside toilets. Bathing inside or outside the lake is not permitted. Pooja can be performed independently (no arrangements are made by us). If you need a pony or porter for the Parikrama, contact our local guide on this day — availability can be limited due to high demand, even after payment, and we are not liable if one cannot be secured.Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner.
Travel to Darchen, the last town before starting the Kailash Parikrama — a good opportunity for any remaining shopping. Explore the town at leisure. Overnight at hotel. If permitted, you may visit Astapad for darshan of the South Face — the spot where the first Jain Tirthankar, Guru Rishabhdev, is believed to have attained enlightenment (extra cost applies).Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner.
The day the whole yatra builds toward — after breakfast, a packed lunch is provided to carry with you. A 15–20 minute drive takes you to Yamadwar, the starting point of the Parikrama. Day 1 of the trek is a comparatively easy 12 km, taking 4–6 hours, with darshan of Kailash Parvat en route. Overnight at a tea house in Diraphuk. Notes: those not doing the Parikrama remain at Darchen (same or different hotel, additional cost applies). Accommodation at Diraphuk is basic, multiple-sharing with outside toilets — no bathing facilities or mineral water available. Dinner is typically khichadi or similar.Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner.
The most demanding day of the yatra — a 22 km trek crossing Dolma La Pass at 5,630 metres, the highest pass on the route. The first 8–10 km are the toughest; the remainder to Zuthulphuk is easier walking. Overnight at Zuthulphuk. Accommodation here is also basic, multiple-sharing with outside toilets, no bathing facilities or mineral water.Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner.
The final, easier leg of the Parikrama — an 8 km walk of around 2 hours to the Parikrama end point, where vehicles await to continue on to Saga or New Dongma. Overnight stay. Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner.
After breakfast, check out and proceed to Keyrung for your last night in Tibet. Rest and overnight stay on arrival. Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner.
Travel to the Nepal–China border (around 45 minutes), clear immigration formalities, then drive roughly 7 hours to Kathmandu. Overnight stay on arrival. Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner.
This day is kept as a buffer in case of delays. If free, you can explore Kathmandu Durbar Square and Swayambhunath Stupa, or travel home. Note: ropeway tickets and entrance fees for sightseeing are not included. If departing on this day, inform us at least 3 days in advance so arrangements can be adjusted, with a refund for the unused day.Meals: Breakfast & Dinner.
After breakfast, transfer to the airport as per your onward travel itinerary, marking the conclusion of your holy yatra.
Inclusions & Exclusions
What's Included
Airport transfers by private vehicle
Kathmandu sightseeing on SIC basis
KTM – Border – KTM return journey by Non-AC Scorpio
Tibet side transfers by comfortable bus/van
Pure vegetarian meals (breakfast/lunch/dinner) provided
Meals up to the Nepal-side border at hotel/restaurant
Tibet-side food prepared by our support staff
Packed lunch (limited options) during Tibet transfers
Packed lunch during the Parikrama (guest to carry)
Basic first-aid kit; oxygen cylinders in bus
Kailash permit & normal Tibet/China visa fee
Kailash Parikrama entry fees and permits
Manasarovar entry fees
All required tax and service charges
Down jacket, duffel bag, day pack bag, woollen cap
What's Excluded
International or domestic air tickets
Entrance fees at Kathmandu/Nepal monuments (not included)
All beverages / travel insurance of clients
Emergency evacuation expenses
Horse or porter (direct payable), subject to availability
Expenses of personal services other than specified
Additional cost due to any political disturbance
Additional cost due to natural calamities and unforeseen circumstances
Extra stay in Tibet or Kathmandu
Early-departure penalty: if a pilgrim leaves the group early from the Tibet side for a non-medical reason, USD 200 per person per day (or more) is payable to the Tibet-side T.A.R. Foreign Exchange Center (FEC); visa-splitting, accommodation and transport charges will be extra
5% GST on payments to our Indian bank account
Documents Required for Kailash Mansarovar Yatra by Road - 17 Days
Valid passport with at least 6 months validity from the date of travel
Passport-size photographs (as specified at the time of booking)
Completed Tibet permit application form
Medical fitness certificate (recommended given the high-altitude nature of this route)
Travel insurance documents
Minimum 10,000 Chinese Currency (CNY) to carry, where applicable — see notes below
Note: Exact document requirements can vary by route and current government regulations — our team confirms the complete checklist at the time of booking.
Important Notes
Do not issue an international ticket until we get permit confirmation for the Yatra.
Age limit is up to 69 years only for this Yatra.
Guests are requested to carry a minimum of 10,000 Chinese Currency (CNY) with them.
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