Kailash Mansarovar is a sacred pilgrimage site located in the Tibetan region of China, revered in Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, and Bon. Here are some key highlights:

Mount Kailash

• Religious Significance: Considered the abode of Lord Shiva in Hinduism, Mount Kailash is a peak that attracts countless pilgrims. In Buddhism, it is associated with the celestial mountain, Sumeru.
• Unique Shape: The mountain stands at about 6,638 meters (21,778 feet) and is notable for its symmetrical, pyramid-like shape, which is strikingly different from other peaks.

Mansarovar Lake

• Sacred Water Body: Near Mount Kailash lies Lake Mansarovar, believed to be the source of purity and liberation. It is one of the highest freshwater lakes in the world.
• Pilgrimage Rituals: Pilgrims often bathe in the lake and perform rituals, believing that it cleanses sins and grants spiritual merit.

Pilgrimage Journey

• Kora (Circumambulation): A significant part of the pilgrimage is the kora, or circumambulation, around Mount Kailash, which is approximately 52 kilometers (32 miles) long. It is believed that completing this trek erases a lifetime of sins.
• Challenges: The journey can be physically demanding, involving high altitudes, rugged terrain, and variable weather. Pilgrims often take several days to complete the kora.

Cultural Impact

• Mythology and Legends: Numerous myths and legends surround Kailash Mansarovar, making it a focal point of spiritual narratives in the religions that revere it.
• Buddhist and Jain Significance: In Buddhism, it’s linked to the teachings of Buddha, while Jains believe it to be the place where their first Tirthankara, Rishabhdev, attained liberation.

Kailash Mansarovar is not just a physical destination but also a profound spiritual journey, drawing thousands seeking connection to the divine.

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.