Itinerary

Trip Highlights:

• Duration: 10 Days / 9 Nights
• Starting Point: Lucknow
• Mode of Travel: Flight, Helicopter, Road
• Best Time to Visit: May to September
• Difficulty Level: Moderate to High

Day 1: Arrival in Lucknow – Nepalgunj (Drive: 4-5 Hours)

• Arrive in Lucknow and drive to Nepalgunj (152 km, 4-5 hrs).
• Check-in at the hotel and attend a briefing session about the Yatra.
• Rest and overnight stay in Nepalgunj.

 Accommodation: 3-star hotel or similar
Meals: Dinner

Day 2: Nepalgunj – Simikot (Flight: 45 Minutes) – Hilsa (Helicopter) – Taklakot (Drive: 1 Hour)

• Take an early morning flight from Nepalgunj to Simikot (2,910 m).
• Board a helicopter from Simikot to Hilsa (3,640 m).
• Cross the Tibetan border and drive to Taklakot (Burang, 4,755 m).
• Rest for the day to acclimatize to high altitude.

Accommodation: Guesthouse in Taklakot
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Day 3: Acclimatization Day in Taklakot (Rest & Explore)

• A full day to acclimatize and explore the local area.
• Optional visit to nearby monasteries or local markets.

Accommodation: Guesthouse in Taklakot
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Day 4: Taklakot – Mansarovar Lake (Drive: 3-4 Hours, 90 km)

• Drive towards the holy Mansarovar Lake (4,590 m).
• Perform Mansarovar Parikrama (Circumambulation) by vehicle (about 2-3 hours).
• Take a holy dip and perform puja and meditation.
• Stay overnight near Mansarovar Lake.

Accommodation: Guesthouse at Chiu Monastery
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Day 5: Mansarovar – Darchen (Drive: 1 Hour, 40 km) – Yam Dwar – Trek to Dirapuk (Trek: 12 km, 5-6 Hours)

• Morning drive to Darchen (4,670 m) – base camp for Kailash Parikrama.
• Short drive to Yam Dwar (4,800 m) – the starting point of the trek.
• Trek to Dirapuk (4,950 m) – offers a magnificent view of Mount Kailash’s North Face.
• Overnight stay in a guesthouse at Dirapuk.

Accommodation: Guesthouse in Dirapuk
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Day 6: Dirapuk – Dolma La Pass – Zuthulpuk (Trek: 22 km, 9-10 Hours)

• The most challenging part of the trek, crossing Dolma La Pass (5,645 m).
• Visit Gauri Kund, a sacred lake.
• Descend towards Zuthulpuk Monastery (4,790 m) for overnight stay.

Accommodation: Guesthouse in Zuthulpuk
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Day 7: Zuthulpuk – Darchen (Trek: 6 km, 2-3 Hours) – Taklakot

• Trek back to Darchen and complete the Kailash Parikrama.
• Drive to Taklakot for overnight stay.

Accommodation: Guesthouse in Taklakot
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Day 8: Taklakot – Hilsa – Simikot – Nepalgunj (Helicopter & Flight)

• Drive to Hilsa, cross the border, and fly to Simikot by helicopter.
• Take a connecting flight from Simikot to Nepalgunj.
• Overnight stay in Nepalgunj.

Accommodation: 3-star hotel in Nepalgunj
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Day 9: Nepalgunj – Lucknow (Drive: 4-5 Hours) – Departure

• Drive from Nepalgunj to Lucknow (4-5 hours).
• Drop at Lucknow Airport/Railway Station for onward journey.

Accommodation: Not Included
Meals: Breakfast

Package Cost per Person: ₹2,35,000 

Note: Prices vary based on the tour operator, inclusions, and specific services offered.

Inclusions

• Accommodation: Hotels and guesthouses as per itinerary
• Meals: Pure vegetarian (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
• Transportation: Flights, Helicopter, AC Vehicles in Tibet
• Permits & Visa: Tibet Permit & China Visa
• Support: Oxygen cylinders, medical kit, and expert guides

Exclusions

• Personal expenses (shopping, tips, donations)
• Emergency evacuation charges
• Pony/Yak/Horse for Parikrama (available at extra cost)
• Travel Insurance

Cost Details

Payment Options:

• EMI Plans: Starting at ₹8,304/month
• No Cost EMI: Available with select operators

Note: Tax Collected at Source (TCS) is applicable: 5% for expenses below ₹7,00,000 and 20% for expenses above ₹7,00,000.

Booking Information:

• Tour Operators:
  • Trip To Temples
  • Comfort My Travel
  • Pavitra Kailash Yatra

Note: Prices and availability are subject to change. It’s advisable to contact the tour operators directly for the most current information and to make reservations.