Kailash Manasarovar Tour via Kyirong

Trip Overview

Cultural Treks introduces the Kailash Manasarovar via Kyirong, a 14 days Yatra (tour) from Kathmandu via Kyirong, Saga, Mansarovar, Darchen and Kailash. The Kyirong border is located 175 km from Kathmandu and lies in the Rasuwagadi district of Nepal. Due to narrow and basic road construction, it is feasible to estimate that it takes around 8-9 hours from Kathmandu to Syabrubesi via Timure. Kyirong is elevated around 3,000 meters height and staying one day for acclimatization assists to alter your body in high altitude. From Kyirong, we take scenic drive to the villages of Saga, Mansarovar and Darchen with picturesque Mount Kailash surroundings and beautiful Tibetan settlements.

Responding to a joint press conference, with several senior officers from the Chinese government and the Consular General of Nepal in Tibet, an announcement was made that the Rasuwagadi - Kyirong border crossing, the only functioning border linking Nepal to China’s autonomous region Tibet, is now open to foreign travelers as well who wish to travel to Kailash via the “new overland route”. Issued by the Consulate General of Nepal, this major border, which is now open, moderates the travelling distance for pilgrims from all around the world. Since it ceases the compulsion to enter Tibet via flights, this tour has made Mt. Kailash easily accessible from the outskirts of Nepal. After the closure of the Kodari border due to heavy damages received since the 2015 earthquake, this alternative route benefits the travellers who yearn to embark on a journey sans the flight hassle. Our well-prepared itinerary has been crafted according to our client’s requirements from acclimatization to accommodation to transportation, food and other needful information. Our experienced cook provides the best of Vegetarian Indian meals and the staff of Cultural Treks will ensure to make you trip a successful and memorable one.

Outline Tour itinerary:

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu airport (1,350m.), meet our staff then transfers to Hotel.
Day 02: Morning Darshan of Pashupatinath Temple and Sleeping Vishnu at Budhanilkantha. The day is free for final preparation of the Yatra.
Day 03: After breakfast, drive from Kathmandu to Syabrubesi (1,462m.- 122km - 9hrs).
Day 04: Early morning drive from Syabrubesi to Timure (1,800m. - 1hr). Cross over China border and proceed to Kyirong (2700m. - 26km/1 ½ hrs).
Day 05: Stay at Saga. (4,600m.)
Day 06: Spend the day at Saga for a acclimatization.
Day 07: Drive to Lake Manasarovar (4,650m.) with the Parikarma of the Lake (4,78km-9hrs).
Day 08: AM Stay at Lake Manasarovar for Puja and Havan (4,600m.) PM Drive to Darchen (40km -1 ½ hrs).
Day 09: Drive to Trek starting point. Trek to Dirapuk (4,860m.)
Day 10: Trek to Zhuthulpuk (4,760m.- 18km).
Day 11: End Kailash Kora. Drive to Saga (4,600m.).
Day 12: Drive to Kyirong and exit to Syabrubesi.
Day 13: Syabrubesi - Kathmandu by drive then transfer to Hotel.
Day 14: Last minute,transfer to the airport for your onward journey.

Detail Itinerary:
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu airport (1,350m.), meet our staff then transfers to Hotel.
Accommodation: "Hotel Kailash Kutee" or, Similar

Day 02: Darshan of Pashupatinath Temple and Sleeping Vishnu at Budhanilkantha. The day is free for final preparation of the Yatra.
Accommodation: "Hotel Kailash Kutee" or, Similar

Day 03: After breakfast, drive from Kathmandu to Syabrubesi (1,462m.-122km - 9hrs).
Accommodation: Overnight at Lodge

Day 04: Early morning drive from Syabrubesi (1,462m.) to Timure (1,800m. - 1hr). Cross over China border and proceed to Kyirong (2,700m.) (26km - 1 ½ hrs).
Accommodation: Overnight at Hotel

Day 05: Drive to Saga (4,600m.)
Accommodation: Saga Western Post

Day 06: Spend the day at Saga for acclimatization.
Accommodation: Saga Western Post

Day 07: Drive to Lake Manasarovar (4,650m.) with the Parikarma of the Lake (478km - 9hrs).
Accommodation: ParmathAshram

Day 08: AM Stay at Lake Manasarovar for Puja and Havan (4,600m.) afternoon Drive to Darchen (40km - 1 ½ hrs).
Accommodation: Kailash Himalaya Hotel

Day 09: Drive to Trek starting point. Trek to Dirapuk (4,860m.)
Accommodation: Hotel Dirapuk

Day 10: Trek to Zhuthulpuk (4,760m. - 18km).
Accommodation: Zhuthulpuk Guest House

Day 11: End Kailash Kora. Drive to Saga (4,600m.).
Accommodation: Hotel Saga

Day 12: Drive to Kyirong and exit to Syabrubesi (1,462m.).
Accommodation: Overnight at Lodge.

Day 13: Syabrubesi - Kathmandu by drive then transfer to Hotel.
Accommodation: "Hotel Kailash Kutee" or, Similar

Day 14: The day is free until your transfer to the airport for your final departure to back home.

Cost Includes

All land transportation by Car, Jeep, Toyota Hiace or, tourist Bus. (Airport/Hotel/Airport, Kailash tour pick up and drop).
3 Nights Twin Sharing Accommodation at Hotel Kailash Kutee or Similar bed and breakfast basis.
Sightseeing Tours with monumental entrance fees.
Kathmandu/Timure/Kathmandu by private Jeep or Bus.
All ground transportation by 4 WD Land Cruiser, luxury tourist mini/big Bus and support truck for the entire trip. (Tibet Side)
One Support Truck.
Best available accommodation at Kyirong, Saga, Lake Manasarovar, Darchen, Dirapuk and Zhuthulpuk during Kailash Sojourn.
Full Board basis vegetarian 3 meals (B/L/D) set up by our Fixed Kitchen or in Lodge.
Complimentary two bottles mineral water per day.
English Speaking Tibetan Tour Guide.
One Nepali team Leader and experienced support staff from Cultural Treks & Expedition.
All Tibet entry Permits.
Tibet/China Visa fee.
Complimentary Duffel Bag.
Complimentary Shoulder bag.
Dawn Jacket on returnable basis.
First – aid Kit Box.