Kailash Mansarovar, nestled in the remote Himalayas, is a sacred destination revered by followers of Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, and Bon. The pilgrimage to this holy site offers a profound spiritual journey, blending breathtaking natural beauty with deep religious significance.

The Journey: The pilgrimage typically begins in Kathmandu, Nepal, where travelers prepare for the journey ahead. From there, pilgrims cross into Tibet, where the landscape transforms into a mesmerizing high-altitude terrain. The journey to Lake Mansarovar, a serene body of water believed to be the spiritual abode of Lord Shiva, allows pilgrims to perform sacred rituals and purify their souls.

Mount Kailash: The journey continues to Mount Kailash, an iconic peak considered the earthly manifestation of Mount Meru, the center of the universe in Hindu cosmology. Pilgrims undertake the circumambulation of Mount Kailash, a grueling but spiritually rewarding trek that is believed to erase sins and bring enlightenment. This kora, or circumambulation, is a crucial aspect of the pilgrimage, offering a transformative experience as it traverses rugged landscapes and high altitudes.

Spiritual Significance: Kailash Mansarovar is more than just a destination; it is a path to spiritual awakening and self-discovery. The sacred rituals performed at Mansarovar Lake and the challenging kora around Mount Kailash are designed to purify the mind, body, and soul, offering a profound connection to the divine and a sense of peace and fulfillment.

Day 1: Arrive in Lucknow, Drive to Nepalgunj and Check-in (150m | 190 km | 4-5 hrs)
Once you reach Nepalgunj, our staff will meet you in person and guide you to the hotel. Shortly, you will meet with the co-travelers in your batch. A brief trip in the evening will be arranged by our staff.

Day 2: Fly Nepalgunj - Simikot (3415 m) | Airlift to Hilsa by Helicopter | Trek Uphill to Sher (45 min) |Drive to Taklakot (3865 m |40 km | 2 hrs)
Wake up early today to begin your first day of the trip by boarding your scheduled flight to Simikot on a fixed-wing aircraft. Once in Simikot, later that day, a chartered helicopter will fly the whole batch of travelers to Hilsa that has a non-metallic air-strip. Upon due arrival in Hilsa, trek with the Sherpa team for around 45 minutes to reach the Tibetan Border city Sher. In Hilsa, meet with our team in waiting to be driven to Taklakot (Burang) after completing immigration and custom checks. Check into the hotel for night stay at Purang Guesthouse.

Day 3: Acclimatization at Taklakot / Purang (4,755 m)
Spend the day resting at your hotel or go out for a walk to visit the local markets. This day is meant for acclimatization for the tedious yet rewarding Kailash Mansarovar Yatra ahead.

Day 4: Purang to Manasarovar (4,560 m | 110 km | 4-5 hrs)
Today you will visit the holy Mansarovar Lake. Wake up early to freshen up and get ready to be driven to Chui Gompa via a rough terrain near Rakshas Taal. You can bathe in the Mansarovar Lake and for those interested in performing a puja or a havan, free time will be given (on Full Moon trips, it will be a full moon day at Mansarovar for your puja).

Enjoy the night stay at a guest house situated close to Lake Mansarovar.

Day 5: Drive Up To Darchen and Overnight stay (4,575 m| 53 km | 2 hrs )
This morning, after relishing your breakfast, you’ll drive up to Darchen covering a distance of 53 km. It will take you around an hour to complete the distance, post which you can check-in at the guesthouse to keep your belongings. You can spend the rest of the time at your own leisure, or head-out to explore your surroundings.

Day 6: Drive to Yama Dwar (1 hr) | Trek to Dirapuk (4,920 m | 5-6 hrs)
Freshen up in the morning and eat breakfast served hot and fresh. Firstly, you will be driven to Yama Dwar where you will meet Yak and Yak men. This marks the beginning of the parikrama and is the first day of the kora. If you wish to avail the services of a Yak and/or a porter to help you with your luggage, you will hire one right here. In the course of your trek today, you will have the first darshan of Holy Mt. Kailash (North face). Rest in the night at our camp in Dirapuk.

Day 7: Trek to Zuthulphuk via Dolma La Pass ( 5800 m |22 kms | 9-10 hrs )
Wake up to a splendid view sun pouring down of Mount Kailash. After breakfast, trekking uphill will begin. This phase of the trek is difficult to hike and will take you to Dolma La Pass, the highest point on the Kailash Mansarovar trek. From here, descend through an easy terrain to the fields of Zuthulphuk through Gauri Kunda. This part of the trek is a smooth sail and will offer breathtaking mountainous beauty.
After reaching Zuthulphuk, stay overnight in a guesthouse/camp. (Meals served shall include light veg breakfast/fruits/fruit juice/chocolates/water for lunch and a light dinner)

Day 8: Trek to Darchen (10 km | 3-4 hrs) & Drive back to Sher and Continue Exit to Hilsa
Begin early today and set out on a 10 km trek (3-4 hours) to reach the final stop of Kailash Mansarovar Yatra near Darchen. Meet with our team waiting in vehicles to be driven to Sher. On reaching, descend from there and cross a bridge to reach Hilsa. Overnight stay in the hotel/guesthouse.

Day 9: Simikot to Nepalgunj to Lucknow (Helicopter + Flight+Drive)
Wake up to eat a scrumptious breakfast. Following that, take the chartered helicopter to Simikot, and then the connecting flight to Nepalgunj. Arrive in Nepalgunj and collect your leftover luggage from the hotel and drive to Lucknow. Your spiritual journey to Mount Kailash will end here.