Holy Kailash Tour
Mt. Kailash Itinerary via Kerung
Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu
- Arrive in Kathmandu, Nepal's capital.
- Visit Pashupatinath Temple and Boudhanath Stupa.
- Overnight stay in Kathmandu.
Day 2: Kathmandu Sightseeing and Preparation
- Visit Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple) and Patan Durbar Square.
- Final preparations for the journey.
- Obtain necessary permits.
- Overnight stay in Kathmandu.
Day 3: Drive from Kathmandu to Syabrubesi (1,550m)
- Scenic drive through the Trishuli River Valley.
- View of Ganesh Himal and Langtang National Park.
- Overnight stay in Syabrubesi.
Day 4: Drive from Syabrubesi to Kerung (Gyirong, 2,700m)
- Cross the Nepal-Tibet border.
- Complete immigration formalities.
- Drive to Kerung town.
- Overnight stay in Kerung.
Day 5: Acclimatization in Kerung
- Rest day to acclimatize to the altitude.
- Short hikes in the surrounding area.
- Explore local Tibetan culture.
- Overnight stay in Kerung.
Day 6: Drive from Kerung to Saga (4,600m)
- Scenic drive with views of high plateaus and distant snow-capped peaks.
- Pass through small Tibetan villages.
- Overnight stay in Saga.
Day 7: Drive from Saga to Manasarovar (4,590m)
- Continue the drive through the Tibetan plateau.
- Reach Lake Manasarovar, a sacred lake.
- Perform rituals or take a dip in the holy waters.
- Overnight stay near Manasarovar.
Day 8: Drive to Darchen (4,575m) and Trek to Dirapuk (4,900m)
- Short drive to Darchen, the base camp for the Kailash Kora.
- Start the trek (Kora) around Mount Kailash.
- Trek to Dirapuk Monastery with stunning views of the north face of Kailash.
- Overnight stay in Dirapuk.
Day 9: Trek from Dirapuk to Zuthulpuk (4,835m) via Dolma-La Pass (5,645m)
- Trek over the challenging Dolma-La Pass.
- Visit Gauri Kund (a sacred lake).
- Continue the trek to Zuthulpuk Monastery.
- Overnight stay in Zuthulpuk.
Day 10: Trek from Zuthulpuk to Darchen and Drive to Saga
- Complete the Kora by trekking back to Darchen.
- Drive back to Saga.
- Overnight stay in Saga.
Day 11: Drive from Saga to Kerung
- Retrace your route back to Kerung.
- Overnight stay in Kerung.
Day 12: Drive from Kerung to Kathmandu
- Complete border formalities.
- Drive back to Kathmandu.
- Overnight stay in Kathmandu.
Day 13: Departure from Kathmandu
- Final shopping or sightseeing in Kathmandu.
- Depart from Kathmandu.
Key Points and Highlights
- Cultural Sites in Kathmandu: Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath Stupa, Swayambhunath, and Patan Durbar Square.
- Scenic Drives: Through Trishuli River Valley, Tibetan Plateau.
- Acclimatization: Spend time in Kerung to adjust to higher altitudes.
- Lake Manasarovar: A holy lake with opportunities for rituals and spiritual experiences.
- Mount Kailash Kora: Trekking around Mount Kailash, a pilgrimage circuit known for its spiritual significance.
- Dolma-La Pass: The highest point of the trek, offering challenging yet rewarding experiences.
- Tibetan Culture: Explore Tibetan villages and monasteries, experiencing local traditions and lifestyles.
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