Destinations Covered:
- Kathmandu (2N)
- Syabrubeshi (1N)
- Kyriong (3N)
- Saga / Dongpa (3N)
- Mansarovar (1N)
- Darchen (1N)
- Diraphuk (1N)
- Zuthulphuk (1N)
Attractions
- Pashupatinath Temple, Kathmandu
- Scenic Himalayan views from Simikot and Hilsa
- Karnali River crossing at Hilsa
- Taklakot (Purang) Tibetan markets
- Manasarovar Lake – holy dip and rituals
- First view of Mount Kailash
- Manasarovar Parikrama (circumambulation)
- Yamdwar – Gateway of the God of Death
- North Face of Mount Kailash at Dirapuk
- Dolma La Pass (18,600 ft) and Gaurikund
- Zuthulpuk Monastery & Milarepa’s cave
Itinerary Detail
- Arrival at Kathmandu Airport.
- Meet representatives and transfer to hotel.
- Evening program briefing.
- After breakfast, depart Kathmandu to Syabrubesi (145 km, ~6.5 hrs) near the China border.
- Overnight stay at Syabrubesi.
- Drive to Rasuwagadhi (15 km, 45 min).
- Complete customs, then continue to Kyirong (105 km, ~3 hrs).
- Overnight stay at Kyirong.
- Drive to Saga/Dongba (335 km, ~7 hrs), passing Thorong La, Paigu-Tso Lake, Brahmaputra River.
- Overnight stay at Saga/Dongba.
- Free day for acclimatization.
- Optional walks to adjust to altitude.
- Drive to Mansarovar Lake (~7 hrs).
- Conduct Mansarovar Parikrama by coach (110 km, ~2 hrs).
- Holy dip and pooja at Mansarovar Lake.
- Drive to Darchen (~2.5 hrs).
- Overnight stay at Darchen.
- Short drive to Tarboche (Yamdwar), start point of Parikrama.
- 12 km trek (5-6 hrs) to Dirapuk, North face view of Mount Kailash.
- Non-parikrama participants stay at Darchen/Mansarovar.
- Early trek (22 km, 8-9 hrs) via Dolma La Pass (18,600 ft), descend to Gaurikund.
- Continue along Sindhu River to Zuthulpuk.
- Overnight stay at Zuthulpuk.
- Short trek (2 hrs) to Darchen.
- Rejoin group and drive back to Saga/Dongba.
- Overnight stay at Saga/Dongba.
- Drive back to Kyirong, last stay in Tibet.
- Overnight stay at Kyirong.
- Complete customs formalities and drive back to Kathmandu.
- Overnight stay at Kathmandu.
- Sightseeing tour: Pashupatinath Temple, Budhanilkantha, and cultural landmarks.
- Overnight stay at Kathmandu.
- Transfer to Tribhuwan International Airport for departure.
- Option for additional Nepal visits before return.
Note
- Itinerary is subject to weather and border conditions; extra accommodation costs may apply for early arrival or delays.
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Package Inclusions:
- Arrival/departure transfers in Kathmandu
- 3 nights accommodation in 4-star hotel (Kathmandu) with vegetarian meals
- Kathmandu sightseeing tour
- Transfers to Kyirong by tourist bus
- Tibet-side accommodation in hotels/guesthouses (triple/quad sharing)
- Pure vegetarian meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) in Tibet
- Luxury coach transportation
- Nepali team leader and supporting staff
- English-speaking Tibetan guide
- Chinese group visa and permits
- Duffel bag, day pack, jacket (provided in Kathmandu)
- Oxygen cylinder and first aid kit (Sherpa team)
- Kerung land tax
Package Exclusions:
- Airfare to/from Kathmandu
- Extra nights accommodation if arriving early or delayed
- Horse or porter during Parikrama
- Evacuation costs, travel insurance
- Visa splitting charges or extra transport if returning early
- Personal expenses and extra services not mentioned
