Lazimpat, Radisson Hotel Road, Kathmandu
This itinerary is designed to make the sacred Kailash Mansarovar Yatra more accessible by incorporating helicopter services, reducing travel time and physical challenges while still providing a deeply spiritual experience. It is especially suited for pilgrims who wish to undertake this journey efficiently and comfortably without compromising on the essence of the pilgrimage.
Highlights of the Tour
Sacred Destinations: Visit Mount Kailash, regarded as the abode of Lord Shiva, and Lake Mansarovar, a holy site for Hindus, Buddhists, Jains, and Bon practitioners.
Helicopter Convenience: Fly to Simikot and Hilsa, significantly reducing travel time and avoiding long overland journeys.
3-Day Kailash Kora (Circumambulation): Experience the spiritually uplifting trek around Mount Kailash.
Scenic Views: Enjoy breathtaking views of the Himalayas, valleys, and pristine landscapes during the helicopter rides.
Personalized Experience: The shorter travel duration makes it ideal for pilgrims with time constraints or those less physically inclined for extensive trekking.
Arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport.
Meet our tour officer for a warm welcome and transfer to your hotel.
Rest of the day at leisure.
Evening briefing session on your tour at 7:30 PM, followed by dinner at 9:00 PM.
Overnight: Hotel (twin-sharing room with an attached bathroom).
Breakfast at the hotel.
Sightseeing tour of Kathmandu's iconic temples and cultural landmarks.
Transfer to the airport for your flight to Nepalgunj.
Overnight: Hotel in Nepalgunj.
Early morning domestic flight from Nepalgunj to Simikot.
Scenic helicopter flight from Simikot to Hilsa (border town).
Cross the Nepal-China border and drive to Purang (Taklakot).
Overnight: Guesthouse in Purang/Taklakot.
Spend the day acclimatizing to the high altitude in Purang (3700 m).
Optional activities: Explore the local market and surroundings.
Overnight: Guesthouse in Purang.
Breakfast at the guesthouse.
Drive to the sacred Lake Manasarovar.
Explore the lake and visit Chiu Gompa, a monastery on its northern shore.
Overnight: Guesthouse near Lake Manasarovar.
Drive to Yama Dwara, considered the gateway to the Mount Kailash kora (circumambulation).
Begin the trek to Diraphuk, which offers stunning views of Mount Kailash.
Overnight: Guesthouse in Diraphuk.
Early morning start for the most challenging part of the trek, crossing Dolma La Pass at 5600 m.
Descend to the valley and continue to Zuthulphuk.
Overnight: Guesthouse in Zuthulphuk.
Complete the final stretch of the trek near Darchen.
Drive back to Purang, with a stop at Hilsa.
Overnight: Guesthouse in Purang.
Morning helicopter ride from Hilsa to Simikot.
Connect to a fixed-wing flight from Simikot to Nepalgunj.
Overnight: Hotel in Nepalgunj.
Domestic flight from Nepalgunj to Kathmandu.
Rest of the day at leisure in Kathmandu for shopping or relaxation.
Overnight: Hotel in Kathmandu.
Transfer to Tribhuvan International Airport for your departure.