Day 1: Arrival in Lucknow – Transfer to Nepalgunj (4-5 hrs):
Your spiritual journey begins with your arrival at Lucknow Airport, where our representative will
greet you. From here, you will be transferred by road to Nepalgunj, a gateway town in western Nepal,
located about four hours away. After check-in at your hotel, the rest of the evening is free for rest and
personal activities , at 07:30PM we will have group breifing for yatra , before we embark on
the sacred journey.
Note: Early arrival in Lucknow is recommended.
Meals : Dinner
Day 2: Fly to Simikot and Free Day (2910m):
Early in the morning, you will take a short but scenic flight from Nepalgunj to Simikot, a remote town
surrounded by the Himalayan ranges (50 mins flight). Accessible only by air, Simikot is also an
important acclimatization stop before entering Tibet. You will spend the day here resting and
preparing for the altitude. Overnight stay will be in Simikot.
Meals : Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Note:
Flights can get delayed or Canceled too due to bad weather which are not in our control
If flight is canceled one can go to Bardia National Park for day trip on their own cost
Early check in at hotel in is subject to availability / Multiple sharing rooms or Non attached rooms
also provided some time if over crowded
Day 3: Helicopter to Hilsa – Drive to Purang (Taklakot, 4000m):
After breakfast, we proceed to Simikot airport and board a helicopter for a short yet thrilling 20
minute ride to Hilsa, situated on the Nepal–Tibet border. From Hilsa, a brief walk takes us to the
immigration office to complete border formalities. Once cleared, you will meet our Tibetan team and
continue by vehicle to Purang (Taklakot), a small town in Tibet. Overnight stay will be arranged in
Taklakot.
Meals : Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Day 4: Drive to Lake Manasarovar and Free Day (4550m):
This day takes us closer to the spiritual heart of the journey. After breakfast, we drive for about one
and a half hours, covering 88 km, to reach the sacred Lake Manasarovar. Considered the holiest of
lakes in Hinduism, Lake Manasarovar is believed to cleanse sins and elevate the soul. Here, you will
begin the parikrama of the lake by vehicle and enjoy the serene energy of the surroundings. Overnight
stay will be at a guesthouse near the lake.
Meals : Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Stay : It will be very basic multiple sharing non attached accommodation
Note: If you need to Hire a Pony/Porter for Parikrama Do inform Our Local Guide on this day so they
can arrange it accordingly, some times it could be difficult to get the pony due to High Demand & we
are not responsible for that
Day 5: Transfer to Darchen and preparation for the Parikrama :
The morning is devoted to spiritual rituals on the banks of Lake Manasarovar. Pilgrims may take a
holy dip, perform pooja, havan, or meditation, and soak in the divine vibrations of the lake. After
these sacred activities, we drive past the mystical Rakshas Tal and continue to Darchen, which can be
considered as the base camp of Mount Kailash. Here we rest overnight, preparing for the most
awaited part of the pilgrimage – the Kailash Parikrama.
Meals : Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Day 6: Kailash Parikrama Begins – Darchen to Diraphuk (12 km) (6-8 hrs):
Today is the day we all are waiting for, after breakfast you will be provided with packed lunch in a
plastic bag which you have to carry on your own with very limited option , first we drive to Yamadwar
which is like 15-20 minutes’ drive & the starting point of Parikrama .
Day 1 of parikrama will be comparatively easy walk of 12km which might take 4 to 6hrs depending
upon every individual, one the way get Darshan of Kailash Parwat , reach diraphuk with devotion
filled heart , overnight at Tea House .
Note: Those Who can not do Parikrama will stay at Darchen Hotel with some additional
cost
If allowed one can visit Astapad , from one can have very good Darshan of South Face & Astapad is a
place where first Jain Trirthankar Guru Rishavdev got enlightenment
Meals : Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Day 7: Diraphuk to Zuthulphuk via Dolma La Pass (5630m):
Today will be the most difficult day of our Yatra, as we have to walk 22Km Crossing through the
Highest Pass in the world “Dolma La Pass” at an altitude of 5630Meters from sea Lever .
Out of 22km walk first 8 to 10km will be tough but once we cross dolma la pass & reach to first
tea house then it will be easy walk till Zuthulphuk , reach there & overnight stay
Meals : Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Day 8: End of Parikrama – Drive to Taklakot
After breakfast, we complete the final trek of the Kailash Parikrama with a three-hour, 8 km trek to
Chongdo, where vehicles will be waiting. From here, we return to Darchen to reunite with those who
did not participate in the trek. After lunch, we drive towards the Nepal border, if time permits, we will
clear immigration formalities, and cross back into Hilsa. If it is not possible then we will stay at
Taklakot.
Meals : Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Day 9: Hilsa – Simikot Heli Fly to Nepalgunj
In the morning, Hilsa to Simikot By Heli and fly from Simikot to Nepalgunj. This day is kept flexible
to account for weather-related delays in flights. On arrival in Nepalgunj, the rest of the day is free to
relax. Overnight stay will be in Nepalgunj.
Note: Early check in at hotel is subject to availability / Hotel Might change due to
nonavailability as its not Pre- Booked due to weather condition
Meals : Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Day 10: Departure to Lucknow
After breakfast, we drive back to Lucknow for your onward journey, bringing your spiritual pilgrimage to a
close. With memories of Lake Manasarovar, Mount Kailash, and the divine experiences along the way, this
journey will remain etched in your heart forever.
Meals : Breakfast