(Via Kathmandu – Kerung Route)
About this journey
(Via Kathmandu – Kerung Route)
TotalDuration:14Days Altitude:5,700meters (18,700ft) at Dolma La Pass during the Parikrama. Pilgrimage Focus: Darshan of Mount Kailash, circumambulation (Parikrama/Kora) of Mount Kailash, and holy dip/puja at Lake Mansarovar.
Kathmandu Arrival Date
Month Date May 07,14,21,25(Fullmoon),28 June 04,11,18,24(FullMoon) July 02,09,16,23(FullMoon),30 August 06,13,20,22(FullMoon),27 September 03,10,17,20(Fullmoon)
NOTE: NRI/Foreigner should arrive Kathmandu before 04 working days then above-mentioned date
Day Route&Key Activities Overnightat & Altitude Driving/Flying Time Trekking Time & Distance Meals 01 ArriveKathmandu andtransfertohotel Kathmandu *3-starHotel 1400 Mts./4600ft Dinner 02 Kathmandu Cultural Tour Kathmandu *3-starHotel 1400 Mts./4600ft Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner 03 Driveto Syabrubeshior Timure Syabrubeshi Hotel*1600 m Dsitance:145 Kms Drive:6.5hrs Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner 04 Drive to Kerung AcclimatizationDay inTaklakot.Freeday for rest and exploring the local market. Critical for adjusting to high altitude. Kerung Hotel* 2,850m Distance:50 Kms Drive:2hrs – Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner 05 DrivetoSaga Saga Hotel* 4550mts. Dsitance:220 Kms Drive:5-6hrs Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner 06 Saga Free day for rest and exploring the local market. Criticalforadjusting tohighaltitude. Saga Hotel* 4550mts. Distance:220 Kms Drive:5-6hrs Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
07 Drive to Lake Mansarovar(4550 m). En route see RakshasTalandfirst views of Mt. Kailash&GurlaMandh ata. PerformMansarovar Parikramabybus, Lake Mansarovar Basic Mud House4,550 m / 14,925ft Drive:1.5hrs (90 km) Parikramaby Bus: 3 hrs (105km) – Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner 08 DrivetoDarchen Takeholybathin MansarovarLake andconductPooja Darchen Hotel3* Distance:35 Kms Drive:01hrs Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner 09 Drive to Yam Dwar. Start Kora(Parikrama)- Day 1.TrektoDiraphuk. ViewtheWestFace of Kailash. DiraphukB asicMud House 4,880 m / 16,010ft Drive:1.5hrs (43km) Trek:5-6hrs Distance:12 km Breakfast, Packed Lunch, Dinner 10 Kora-Day2(Most Challenging).Trek to Dolma La Pass(5700m)and then descend toZuthulphuk. Zuthulphuk Basic Mud House 4,670 m / 15,322ft – Trek:8-9hrs Distance:22 km Breakfast, Packed Lunch, Dinner 11 Kora-Day3 (Final).Shorttrekto Maniwall. Drive to Darchen and then backtoSaga.Rejoin group. Taklakot *3-star Hotel* 3,900m Drive:~3-4 hrs Trek: 3 hrsDuration: 07/08 hrsDistance: 470 km Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner 12 DrivetoKerung KerungHotel * 2850mts. Distance:220 Kms Drive:5-6hrs Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner 13 DrivetoKathmandu Kathmandu *3-starHotel 1400 Mts./4600ft Distance:192 Kms Drive:8-9hrs Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner 14 Driveto Airport.Tour concludes.Depart for home destination. – Breakfast
GST & CURRENCY INFORMATION
GST (Goods & Services Tax): Extra, as applicable Currency in Tibet: Chinese Yuan (CNY)
(Can be exchanged at banks or authorized local money changers)
CANCELLATION POLICY
After booking: INR 20,000 per person is non-refundable 15 days prior to departure: 50% of the total tour cost will be charged 10 days prior to departure: 90% of the total tour cost will be charged 07 days or less prior to departure: 100% of the total tour cost will be charged Important: All cancellations must be submitted in writing. Verbal cancellations will not be accepted.
The itinerary
- 1Day 1
Arrival in Kathmandu
Altitude: 1,400 m / 4,600 ft On arrival at Kathmandu International Airport, meet our office representative/driver outside the arrival gate. Transfer to the hotel and meet other group members. Meals: Lunch (if arriving early) & Dinner Overnight: Kathmandu
- 2Day 2
Kathmandu Cultural Tour
After breakfast, proceed for a Kathmandu sightseeing tour including: - Pashupatinath Temple – Darshan & Puja - Budhanilkantha Temple Return to hotel. Afternoon free for packing and Yatra preparation. Evening: Briefing session about the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Overnight: Kathmandu
- 3Day 3
Kathmandu to Syabrubesi / Timure
Altitude: Syabrubesi – 1,600 m Distance: 145 km | Drive: 6–7 hrs After breakfast, depart from Kathmandu by reserved tourist coach to Syabrubesi (near the China border). (Subject to road conditions, stay may be at Timure – 1,983 m.) Meals: Breakfast in Kathmandu | Lunch en route | Dinner Overnight: Syabrubesi / Timure
- 4Day 4
Syabrubesi to Kerung (Kyirong)
Altitude: Kerung – 2,850 m Drive to Rasuwagadhi (1,800 m / 15 km / 45 mins). After completing Nepal & China immigration formalities, continue drive to Kerung (Kyirong) – approx. 35 km / 1 hr. Meals: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner Overnight: Kerung
- 5Day 5
Kerung to Saga
Altitude: Saga – 4,550 m Distance: 220 km | Drive: 5–6 hrs After breakfast, drive to Saga, passing through scenic landscapes including Paigu Tso Lake and the Brahmaputra River (Yarlung Tsangpo). Meals: Breakfast | Packed Lunch | Dinner Overnight: Saga
- 6Day 6
Saga (Acclimatization Day
Entire day free for rest and acclimatization, essential for high-altitude adjustment. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Overnight: Saga
- 7Day 7
Saga to Mansarovar Lake
Altitude: 4,550 m Distance: Approx. 450 km | Drive: 7 hrs After breakfast, drive to Mansarovar Lake, crossing beautiful Himalayan terrain. Upon arrival, complete Mansarovar Lake Parikrama by coach (105 km / approx. 3 hrs). Meals: Breakfast | Packed Lunch | Dinner Overnight: Mansarovar
- 8Day 8
Mansarovar to Darchen
Altitude: Darchen – 4,600 m Distance: 35 km | Drive: 1 hr Early morning holy bath at Mansarovar Lake (subject to weather). Perform Puja, Havan, and spiritual rituals as per individual traditions. Later, drive to Darchen, the base for Kailash Parikrama. Meals: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner Overnight: Darchen
- 9Day 9
Darchen – Yamdwar – Diraphuk
(Kailash Parikrama – Day 1) Altitude: Diraphuk – 4,880 m Trek: 12 km | 5–6 hrs After breakfast, drive to Yamdwar (43 km / 1.5 hrs). From Yamdwar, enjoy the South Face view of Mount Kailash and begin Parikrama. Trek to Diraphuk, with views of the West Face of Mount Kailash en route. Pilgrims not undertaking Parikrama may stay back at Darchen. Horse facility available at own cost. Meals: Breakfast | Packed Lunch | Dinner Overnight: Diraphuk
- 10Day 10
Diraphuk to Zuthulphuk
(Parikrama – Day 2 | Most Challenging Day) Altitude: Dolma La Pass – 5,700 m Trek: 22 km | 8–9 hrs After breakfast, trek towards Dolma La Pass (18,600 ft). This is the most strenuous section of the Yatra. En route, view the sacred Gauri Kund. Descend carefully and continue trek to Zuthulphuk. Meals: Breakfast | Packed Lunch | Dinner Overnight: Zuthulphuk
- 11Day 11
Zuthulphuk – Darchen – Saga
(Parikrama – Day 3 / Final Day) Trek: 8 km | 3 hrs Drive: 7–8 hrs After breakfast, short trek to Maniwall. Board coach and drive to Darchen, rejoining other group members. Continue drive to Saga. Meals: Breakfast | Packed Lunch | Dinner Overnight: Saga
- 12Day 12
Saga to Kerung
Distance: 220 km | Drive: 5–6 hrs After breakfast, drive back to Kerung, marking the last stay in Tibet. Meals: Breakfast | Packed Lunch | Dinner Overnight: Kerung
- 13Day 13
Kerung to Kathmandu
Distance: 152 km | Drive: 7–8 hrs Drive to the border, complete immigration formalities, and continue to Kathmandu. Meals: Breakfast | Lunch en route | Dinner Overnight: Kathmandu
- 14Day 14
Departure
After breakfast, transfer to Kathmandu International Airport for onward journey. Meals: Breakfast
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Practical information
BOOKING REQUIREMENTS & PROCEDURE - Passport Validity Passport must be valid for at least six (06) months from the date of travel. - Passport Pages Passport must contain a minimum of two (02) blank pages. - Existing Chinese Visa Any existing valid Chinese visa in the passport must be cancelled before travel. - Booking & Visa Process Submit the advance booking amount along with a clear photocopy of the passport at the time of booking. Submit the original passport at the Delhi office 10–15 days prior to departure for visa processing. CRITICAL RISK ACKNOWLEDGEMENT (As per Operator Guidelines) Before booking, all Yatris must clearly understand and accept the following conditions: - The operator shall not be responsible for accidents, injuries, delays, or evacuation issues caused by natural calamities, adverse weather, or remote terrain conditions. - The operator shall not be liable for illness or health complications arising from high-altitude travel, where emergency medical facilities may not be available. - No refunds will be issued for route changes, delays, or cancellations imposed by Chinese authorities or due to any factors beyond the operator’s control. - This Yatra is a physically demanding and high-risk journey. All participants undertake this pilgrimage entirely at their own risk, after assessing their medical fitness and physical capability. HEALTH ADVISORY & ALTITUDE WARNING - Fitness Requirement: This is one of the most challenging high-altitude pilgrimages. Participants must be in excellent physical health. - Mandatory Medical Check-Up: A complete medical examination by a qualified doctor is mandatory, especially for pilgrims with heart, lung, blood pressure, or respiratory conditions (e.g., asthma). - Altitude Sickness Awareness: Common symptoms include headache, nausea, dizziness, loss of appetite, and breathlessness. The acclimatization day at Taklakot is critical for safe adjustment. - Safety Precautions: Drink 3–4 liters of water daily Strictly avoid alcohol and smoking Do not over-exert or rush during trekking Immediately inform your guide or team leader of any severe or persistent symptoms Nepal Office: WORLD TRADE TRAVEL AND TOURS PVT. LTD. (KATHMANDU, NEPAL) Phone: +977 9851094976, +977 9767982745
Equipment and packing guidance
ESSENTIAL PACKING LIST & GUIDELINES Clothing (Sarees Not Permitted) Indian women pilgrims are strictly advised not to wear sarees during the Yatra. Must-Have Clothing: - Good quality hiking / trekking shoes (well broken-in) - Woollen thermals (upper & lower) - Warm trousers - Woollen shirts - Sweater / insulated jacket - Raincoat / poncho - Woollen cap - Gloves - Woollen socks (multiple pairs) Essential Gear - Walking / hiking sticks - Torch / flashlight (with extra batteries) - Water bottles - Toilet paper / wet wipes - Sunglasses (UV protected) - Sunscreen (high SPF) - Small towel Medicines - Personal prescribed medicines (adequate quantity) - Diamox for altitude sickness (only after consulting your doctor for dosage) - Basic first-aid essentials Snacks & Energy Foods - Chocolates - Dry fruits - Toffees - Glucose / energy supplements
What is the Kerung route for Kailash Mansarovar Yatra?
The Kerung route is an overland journey entering Tibet via the Rasuwagadhi–Kerung border from Nepal. It is considered safer and more comfortable due to gradual altitude ascent.
How many days does the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra via Kerung take?
The Yatra usually takes 13 to 15 days, depending on acclimatization days, weather, and road conditions.
Is the Kerung route suitable for senior citizens?
Yes, the Kerung route is comparatively suitable due to gradual altitude gain. However, pilgrims must be in good physical health and cleared by a medical check-up.
What is the maximum altitude during the Yatra?
The highest point is Dolma La Pass (5,630 meters) during the Kailash Parikrama.
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