Introduction of 10 Days Kailash Mansarovar Yatra 2026 from Kathmandu I Book Now
Embark on the 10-Day Kailash Mansarovar Yatra from Kathmandu, the most efficient and fulfilling way to experience Kailash Mansarovar. This journey takes you through the wild and remote corners of Southwest Tibet, offering a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to explore the world’s highest and largest plateau.
As experts in organizing Kailash Tour Packages, Loong Adventures has successfully guided over 500+ pilgrims on this sacred journey, ensuring every aspect of your trip is meticulously planned and executed. With more than 15 years of experience in the travel industry, our seasoned team provides expert guidance, ensuring that your pilgrimage is both spiritually enriching and safe.
The Spiritual Significance of Mt. Kailash
Mt. Kailash, located at an elevation of 6,638 meters (21,778 feet), is revered as the holiest mountain in the world by millions of Hindus, Buddhists, Jains, and followers of the Bon religion. For Hindus, it is the abode of Lord Shiva; for Buddhists, it is Kang Rinpoche, the “Precious Snow Mountain”; for Jains, it is Asta Pada, where their first tirthankara attained nirvana.
The Kailash Parikrama (circumambulation) is a sacred ritual that attracts pilgrims from all corners of the globe. Mount Kailash is not just a peak but the spiritual center of the universe, believed to be the source of the Karnali, Sutlej, Brahmaputra, Yarlung Tsangpo, and Indus rivers, which flow into the Ganges—making it a deeply symbolic journey for spiritual seekers.
Why Choose Loong Adventures for Your Kailash Mansarovar Yatra?
Loong Adventures has earned a reputation for being one of the most trusted names in Kailash Yatra tours. Our team’s expertise stems from over 15 years of experience organizing successful trips, backed by in-depth knowledge of the region’s geography, culture, and spiritual significance.
We’ve guided over 500+ pilgrims on the Kailash Mansarovar pilgrimage, ensuring that each journey is safe, well-coordinated, and spiritually transformative. Our partnership with local Tibetan agencies and adherence to the highest safety standards ensure your trip is handled with the utmost care and professionalism.
With Loong Adventures, your 10-Day Kailash Mansarovar Yatra is more than just a trek; it’s an opportunity for profound spiritual reflection, guided by a team of seasoned experts with deep knowledge of the region.
From expert guidance to safe, comfortable travel, we ensure that your journey to Mt. Kailash and Lake Mansarovar is transformative and memorable.
Book your Kailash Yatra with Loong Adventures today, and embark on a spiritual pilgrimage that will stay with you for a lifetime.
Trip Highlights
- An exciting journey from lush green forest to dry and arid landscapes.
- Enjoy the scenic views around the world’s highest and largest Tibetan plateau.
- Unparalleled vista of the stunning snow-capped peaks on an exciting drive.
- Explore the vast sacred Lake of Manasarover amidst dramatic dry terrains.
- Spiritual and scenic walk, Kora, or circuit of the holy four corners of Mt. Kailash.
- Exceptional views on top holy sites at Droma-La Pass the highest point.
- Guaranteed Best Prices
- Secure & Simple Online Reservations
- Change Trip Dates Easily
- Discounts Available for Groups
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Pooja during Kailash Yatra
Kailash Mansarovar Tour
Kailash parikrama
Mt. Kailash View
Itinerary of 10 Days Kailash Mansarovar Yatra 2026 from Kathmandu I Book Now
Day 01 Drive to Gyirong/Kyirong 2,890 m via Syabrubesi
Depart from the hotel after an early breakfast for an interesting and scenic overland journey to enter Tibet / China.
An exciting drive from Kathmandu city and the valley outskirts, heading north towards Langtang and Ganesh Himal ranges.
The drive takes you uphill through several towns and farm villages to reach Dhunche, the headquarters town of Rasuwa district.
From here, the road winds downhill to Syabrubesi village, close to the borders of Nepal and Tibet / China.
Syabrubesi is also the starting and ending point of various treks around the Langtang and Ganesh Himal regions.
From here, the drive leads on a rough dirt road following a river upstream towards Rasuwagadhi.
The frontier of Nepal with a check-post, after going through the visa formalities, then walk towards Tibet/China.
Our native Tibetan guide and drivers meet and receive you. For a short drive to Gyirong/Kyirong county town, after completing the visa process and security checks.
Gyirong or Kyirong, situated on the back and north sides of Langtang and Ganesh Himal, overnight in the best available lodge, or guest house.
Activity
Drive
Distance
180km
Max Altitude
2890m
Overnight Stay
Kyirong
Meals
L/D
Accommodation
HotelDay 02 Rest day in Gyirong/Kyirong for acclimatization with a short hike.
Enjoying the first overnight in Tibet at Kyirong, and have a rest day for acclimatization before heading to higher Tibetan terrains. At Kyirong, options for short hikes and exploring the town with grand views of the snow-peaks.
As well as observing the Tibetan cultures at Kyirong.
Activity
Rest day
Distance
2km
Max Altitude
2900m
Overnight Stay
Kyirong
Meals
B/L/D
Accommodation
HotelDay 03 Drive to Saga
After a pleasant time at Kyirong with a rest day, the adventure begins with a morning drive following a river past Kyirong.
The drive then enters a river gorge for an hour or more before reaching a wide and dry Tibetan Plateau.
As well as close views of the great turquoise colored Lake of Paigut Tsho. The journey continues heading west, crossing over a few passes to cross a bridge over the Brahmaputra / Yarlung Tsangpo River.
This river is from the glacial source of Mt. Kailash, and after the bridge, it reaches Saga for the overnight stop.
A moderate, newly developed town, slowly growing into a city. Where the road from Shigatse, Lhasa, and Nylam joins.
At Saga, check into a nice hotel, lodge, or guest house, and have time to explore the local cultures and activities.
Activity
Drive
Distance
13km
Max Altitude
4400m
Overnight Stay
Saga
Meals
B/L/D
Accommodation
HotelDay 04 Drive to Manasarover Lake
From Saga on the road to holy Mt. Kailash, a morning drive leads past Saga town, then over a pass.
The road heads downhill to enter the vast southwest of the Tibetan Great Plateau. The drive skirts around the flat plain past a few Yak herder settlements with large tents.
The drive continues towards further west-facing views of distant white peaks that outline the Nepal and Tibet borders.
After a few hours, the drive then heads past the windblown town of Paryang, and the road follows through small villages. Then, reaching a small valley with green meadows by the Sum-Chu River.
This means three streams join the Brahmaputra/ Yarlung Tsangpo River. From here, the drive climbs over the Maium-La Pass at 5,050 m and then towards the eastern side of Lake Manasarover.
The drive leads through Horpa, facing views of Mt. Kailash towards the north-west. The journey continues on the good paved road towards Barkha Plain.
Finally, the day journey completes reaching the western shore of Lake Manasarover, below the old Chu-Gompa.
An amazing monastery tucked in a high overhanging cave, overnight in a lodge/guest-house close to the shore of holy Manasarover Lake.
Manasarover Lake floats beneath the shadow of holy Kailash, the lake believed to have been created with the mind of a Hindu God.
Hence, the name ‘Manas’ comes from ancient Sanskrit words. Manasarover Lake is large and takes about 3-4 days to do the circuit of the lake, where driving takes about four hours.
For pilgrims with time, offer prayer and worship by the lakeshore.
Activity
Drive
Distance
12 km
Max Altitude
4570m
Overnight Stay
Mansarovar Lake
Meals
B/L/D
Accommodation
HotelDay 05 Drive to Darchen
Morning free at Manasarovar to explore the huge lake and the monastery, after lunch, the drive continues with grand views of Mt. Kailash and Gurla Mandhata
7,694 m high.
Then, a short drive of a few hours to reach Darchen, a small town, the starting and ending points of the Kailash Circuit or Kora.
At Darchen, check into a nice and simple lodge with time to browse around the market of Darchen.
An interesting place to observe the Western Tibetan traditional cultures of Buddhist and Bon heritages.
Activity
Drive
Distance
9km
Max Altitude
4600m
Overnight Stay
Darchen
Meals
B/L/D
Accommodation
HotelDay 06 Drive to Taboche and trek to Dhiraphuk
From Darchen, after a pleasant stop, the morning drive leads west of Darchen
to Taboche.
A holy place with grand views of Mt. Kailash’s West Face, from here the walk starts heading north.
Taking it slowly on a dry and windswept valley close to a stream with a gradual climb to Dhiraphuk for an overnight stop.
Dhiraphuk, located north of Mt. Kailash, is a small settlement with few shops and lodges and a small monastery.
Dedicated to the saint and guru Milarepa of the 11th Century, overnight in a simple lodge accommodation.
Activity
Drive & Trek
Distance
9 km
Max Altitude
4900m
Overnight Stay
Dhiraphuk
Meals
B/L/D
Accommodation
LodgeDay 07 Trek to Zutulphuk 4,760 m via Droma-La
Today is the longest and biggest day of the adventure, the morning starts with crossing a stream, then with a steep climb.
Taking it slowly with enough rest as the altitude gains rapidly to reach the top of Dolma-La Pass at 5,630 m.
The highest sport, and a holy place, the black boulder nearby represents the goddess Dolma or Droma (Tara).
The Pass is festooned with prayer flags and offerings; this sacred spot is a physical and spiritual point of the pilgrimage.
From the top, a long descent to the bottom of Lam Chu valley. The walk gets better on a gradual winding path of a few hours to Zutulphuk for the overnight.
This small settlement provides simple and basic lodge accommodations and food. The name Zutulphuk means a place with a cave; this is where poet and saint Milarepa meditated.
Visitors can witness the footprint of Saint Milarepa on the ceiling of the cave.
Activity
Trekking
Distance
7 km
Max Altitude
5630m
Overnight Stay
Zutulphuk
Meals
B/L/D
Accommodation
LodgeDay 08 Trek near Darchen and drive to Saga via Maium-La
Last and final day walk of the circuit or Kora, the morning starts with a gradual walk for a few hours.
The trail follows the Karnali River downstream, which flows through the Western zone of Nepal.
Slowly, the walk ends on reaching a narrow valley and the gorge. To enter a dramatic exit on the river valley just before Darchen town.
Finally, the walk is completed, reaching towards where our transport is parked, and getting on board.
Then, leaving the holy Mt. Kailash area, the drive heads east, and a long overland journey to reach Saga to stay overnight.
Activity
Drive
Distance
18 km
Max Altitude
5050m
Overnight Stay
Saga
Meals
B/L/D
Accommodation
HotelDay 09 Drive back to Kyirong
Last day in Tibet, the morning drive leads across the Yarlung Tsangpo / Brahmaputra River.
Then enters the last of the wide Tibetan Plateau, as the drive heads south toward the border town of Kyirong or Gyirong.
Reaching Kyirong at a good time for afternoon tea, with the last day to enjoy time in Tibet.
Activity
Drive
Distance
180km
Max Altitude
2890m
Overnight Stay
Kyirong
Meals
B/L/D
Accommodation
HotelDay 10 Drive to Kathmandu via Dhunche town
Morning after breakfast, drive to the border of Nepal and Tibet / China after visa formalities.
Cross the border, bidding farewell to the Tibetan guide and drivers.
Then, enter the Rasuwagadhi check-post in Nepal, after visa formalities, our Nepali driver and staff will receive you.
After a short walk and then boarding a vehicle according to group size, the drive reaches Syabrubesi village.
From here on winding up to Dhunche, then the road follows downhill towards the lower warmer farm villages, reaching Trisuli Bazar.
The afternoon drive leads past rural villages and towns to Kakani, a scenic spot. After a short refreshing stop, the drive continues for a few hours, reaching the hustle and bustle city of Kathmandu.
On arrival, check into the hotel rooms, and the rest of the afternoon and evening at leisure.
Activity
Drive
Distance
180km
Max Altitude
1300m
Overnight Stay
Kathmandu
Meals
B/L/D
Accommodation
Hotel
If you are not happy with our itinerary, you can request for the modification as per your need
Includes/Excludes
What's Included?
- Transportation from Kathmandu to Tibet border Rasuwagadhi
- Best vehicles four-wheel drive or similar throughout Tibet.
- In Tibet on Twin sharing rooms on Tourist Standard Hotels on full board,
includes all meals Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner. - Road and traveling permits in Tibet accompanied by Tibetan guide and
drivers. - China Tourist Visa
- Tour & Trekking around Mt. Kailash overnight in basic lodge accommodation
with simple meals. (For strict vegetarians, please inform in advance). - Drive from the Kyirong border to Kathmandu, Nepal with a Nepali escort,
or guide. - From Gyirong or Kyirong onwards in the local lodge with twin sharing basis
includes lunch, dinner/breakfast. - Comprehensive Medical Kit carried by our guide (for oxygen bottles on
request)
What's not Included?
- Personal Travel / Medical Insurance
- Accomodation & Meals in Kathmandu, as well as personal expenses like laundry, soft or hard
drinks in Kathmandu and Tibet (apart from full board). - Gratitude / Tipping of Hotel staff, driver, and tour guide in Nepal and Tibet.
- Personal clothing and gear for tours and treks in Tibet and Kailash include a Down Jacket and Sleeping bags with an inner liner.
- Emergency Evacuation by any means of quick transport to the nearest
medical and hospitals in Tibet or Kathmandu. - Early return or breaking the journey due to personal or medical reasons, all
expenses to be borne by clients in Tibet and Nepal.
10 Days Kailash Mansarovar Yatra 2026 from Kathmandu I Book Now - 10 Days Altitude Chart
Trip Information of 10 Days Kailash Mansarovar Yatra 2026 from Kathmandu I Book Now
The ideal months for the Kailash Mansarovar Overland Tour are April to early October.
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Spring (April–May): Clear blue skies, long daylight hours, and excellent visibility. Average daytime temperature ≈ 10–18 °C; nights can drop below 0 °C with light snowfall possible.
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Summer (June–August): The Tibetan Plateau lies in a rain-shadow zone, so rainfall is minimal despite the South Asian monsoon. Expect dry weather, moderate temperatures, and greener valleys.
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Autumn (September–early October): Crisp, stable weather and the clearest mountain views, though days are shorter and mornings colder (-5 °C to 10 °C).
Travel outside these months is not recommended due to extreme cold and possible road closures in winter.
During the Kailash Overland Journey, travelers can expect a mix of local and international cuisine, accompanied by comfortable lodging in most towns.
Food:
From Kathmandu to Gyirong (Kyirong) and Saga, meals feature a variety of dishes, including Tibetan, Nepali, Chinese, and Sichuan-style cuisine. Common options are fried noodles, rice with vegetables or meat, dumplings (MoMo), soups, and stews. Breakfasts typically include bread, eggs, tea, coffee, and fruit juice. Vegetarian and simple Western-style meals are available in most places.
Accommodation:
Hotels and guesthouses up to Kyirong and Saga are of good standard, many offering attached bathrooms and hot water. During peak season, some lodges may require shared bathrooms due to high demand.
Beyond Manasarovar (Chiu Gompa area), accommodation becomes basic but clean, with limited facilities. At Dhiraphuk and Zutulphuk, travelers stay in simple lodges or monastery guesthouses—carrying a warm sleeping bag and personal snacks is recommended.
Overall, Loong Adventures ensures the best available accommodation and hygienic meals throughout the journey for a safe and comfortable experience.
Tibet, with a total population of around 6 million, is home to a deeply spiritual society shaped by centuries of devotion and tradition. Approximately 91% of Tibetans follow Tibetan Buddhism, while about 8–10% practice the ancient Bon religion, which predates Buddhism and is still observed in regions like Dolpo and Mustang across the Nepal border.
The main Tibetan ethnic groups — Kham, Amdo, and the Drokpa nomads — share a strong bond with Buddhist philosophy and monastic life. Throughout Tibet, monasteries, stupas, and prayer flags symbolize faith, compassion, and harmony with nature.
Small communities of Muslims and Han Chinese settlers also reside in Tibet, particularly in trade centers influenced by the old Silk Route. Despite modernization, Tibetan culture continues to thrive, guided by Buddhist principles of peace, respect, and spiritual balance.
All travelers are required to purchase Travel and Medical Insurance from their home countries. It makes it easier for you to claim some reimbursement if needed. This is a high-altitude journey that takes you to a minimum of 3,000 meters amidst barren and windswept country.
Around the remote South West of the Tibetan Plateau with cold and windy afternoons. Travel Insurance is for the case of delay due to blocked roads with frequent landslides, especially from Syabrubesi to Kyirong.
Where the motorable road is rough and not paved or tarmac, due to the tough terrain. Medical Insurance in case of ill-health during the journey, if it gets worse, needs to be evacuated on a private vehicle. To reach the borders of Nepal at Rasuwagadhi or in Syabrubesi.
From here, Helicopter services are available from the Nepal side for immediate evacuation to transfer to the best hospitals in Kathmandu. All private vehicles or those using the Helicopter service from the Nepal side should be borne by the clients.
Can claim some of the money back from your insurance in the home country with the support of a Medical certificate.
